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How to Convert Multiple Signals to Resistance

The DRN3.1 Another Fail Safe Interface in the problem solving arsenal

 

The DRN3.1 Another Fail Safe Interface in the problem solving arsenal  

 

 

The DRN3.1 Another Fail Safe Interface in the problem solving arsenal

FAIL SAFE CONNECTIONS TO A FIXED RESISTANCE OR ORIGINAL CONTROLLER 

Product
Type
 Features
DRN3.1
Analog, Pulse, or Floating Point to Resistance
Analog inputs of 0-5, 1-5, 0-10, 2-10, 0-15, 3-15 VDC, 0-20 or 4-20 mA. Floating Point rates of change of 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, and 240 seconds. Pulse inputs of .02-5 sec., .1-25.5 sec., .59 to 2.93 seconds, .1 to 10 seconds, .023 to 6 seconds, and 0-10 second Duty Cycle Pulse (sampled in a 10 second window). On a power failure, fails to original controller, or the value of the resistance connected at the failsafe terminals.

 

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How to Convert Multiple Signals to Resistance

  The DRN3.1 Another Fail Safe Interface in the problem solving arsenal       FAIL SAFE CONNECTIONS TO A FIXED RESISTANCE OR ORIGINAL CONTROLLER  Product Type  Features DRN3.1 Analog, Pulse, or Floating Point to Resistance Analog inputs of 0-5, 1-5, 0-10, 2-10, 0-15, 3-15 VDC, 0-20 or 4-20 mA. Floating Point rates of change of 30, 45, 60, 90, 120, and 240 seconds. Pulse inputs of .02-5 sec., .1-25.5 sec., .59 to 2.93 seconds, .1 to 10 seconds, .023 to 6 seconds, and 0-10 second Duty Cycle Pulse (sampled in a 10 second window). On a power failure, fails to original...

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Uses for AAR Interface

Two unique uses for the AAR that may solve a problem for you.

Problem: From one analog signal I want to turn ON a load when the analog signal increases to a certain value, and if it continues to increase, OFF again.

Two unique uses for the AAR that may solve a problem for you

Solution:

  • Set R1 to turn ON at (?) 6 mA.
  • Set R2 to turn OFF at (?) 10 mA

As the signal input to the AAR increases to 6 mA the load will turn ON. As the signal input to the AAR continues to increase to 10 mA, the load will turn OFF.

Problem: From one analog signal I want to turn a motor ON at low speed when the signal increases to a certain value, and to high speed if the signal continues to increase above a certain value.

Two unique uses for the AAR that may solve a problem for you

Solution:

  • Set R1 to turn ON at (?) 6 mA.
  • Set R2 to turn ON at (?) 10 mA

When relays R1 and R2 are off, High and Low speed are OFF.

When relay R1 is energized, Low speed is ON.

When relays R1 and R2 are ON, High speed is ON, Low speed is OFF.

Product
Type
 Features
AAR
Analog to Two Adjustable Trip Level Relays (adjustable dead-band)
Voltage or Current Input, Selectable fixed or adjustable dead-band - Field Adjustable "ON" and "OFF" Trip Levels, Power Consumption: 45 mA, Contact Ratings 10 amps @ 120 VAC, Input Impedance: 0- 12 VDC/1,000,000 ohms, 0-24 VDC/20,000 ohms, and 0-20 mA/499 ohms.

 

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Uses for AAR Interface

Two unique uses for the AAR that may solve a problem for you. Problem: From one analog signal I want to turn ON a load when the analog signal increases to a certain value, and if it continues to increase, OFF again. Solution: Set R1 to turn ON at (?) 6 mA. Set R2 to turn OFF at (?) 10 mA As the signal input to the AAR increases to 6 mA the load will turn ON. As the signal input to the AAR continues to increase to 10 mA, the load will turn OFF. Problem: From one analog signal...

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Solution for a Manual Override Specification: MAO vs MDO

The MAO (Manual Analog Override) and MDO (Manual Digital Override) allow for manual interruption and simulation of the building automation system’s control signal.

Manual Analog Override

Manual Analog Override

The MAO also makes an innexpensive and effective 2 channel signal generator for start-up or bench testing

The MAO was designed to add 2 channel analog override control similar to an Hand/Off/Auto switch. When the MAO is in Auto mode the control signal is passed directly from the input to the output.

When in Manual mode the MAO can produce a 0-5, 0-10, 0-15 VDC or a 0-20 mA signal. The MAO override output signal is controlled with a single turn potentiometer.

When power is lost or removed the MAO output will default to the original input control signal.

The MAO also provides a single status feedback signal that can be configured with different values of resistors. Each channel can send back a unique resistance which allows for the identification of which channel is in override mode.

The override status can also be configured for N.C. or N.O. operation.

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Manual Digital Override

Manual Digital Override

The MDO was designed to add 4 channel digital override control, similar to a Hand/Off/Auto switch.

When in Auto mode, the MDO will pass a signal of 0-24 VDC or 0-24 VAC from the input to the output.

When the override switch is placed in manual mode, the output is then controlled by an ON/OFF switch. The switch in the on position sends the voltage from the power supply to the output. AC or DC can be used. When power is lost or removed the MDO output will default to the original input control signal.

The MDO has a single channel feedback status that can be configured with different values of resistors for individual channel override identification.

The override status can also be configured for N.C. or N.O. operation.

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Solution for a Manual Override Specification: MAO vs MDO

The MAO (Manual Analog Override) and MDO (Manual Digital Override) allow for manual interruption and simulation of the building automation system’s control signal. Manual Analog Override The MAO also makes an innexpensive and effective 2 channel signal generator for start-up or bench testing The MAO was designed to add 2 channel analog override control similar to an Hand/Off/Auto switch. When the MAO is in Auto mode the control signal is passed directly from the input to the output. When in Manual mode the MAO can produce a 0-5, 0-10, 0-15 VDC or a 0-20 mA signal. The MAO override output...

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INTRODUCING: THE WT-4000 Direct Digital Thermostat

The WT-4000 Series Digital thermostat is a non-invasive, direct digital control for non-installation replacement of existing pneumatic thermostats.

Product Highlights

Product Highlights

  • 20% money savings realized with programmable scheduling
  • 30% energy savings with occupancy sensor
  • Non-invasive, no valve installation
  • Easy, no-wire installation <30 minutes
  • Easy read, on-unit temperature
  • Zone-by-zone installation
  • Labor and energy savings (with self calibration)
  • 4-year battery life

NOW AVAILABLE TO ORDER

Product Features

  • Pneumatic to digital
  • Programmable schedule
  • Direct replacement for many existing pneumatic thermostats & applications (DA/RA)
  • No wire installation (batteries included)
  • Self-calibrating
  • Air leak detection
  • Easy temperature reading on unit display
  • Auto seasonal changeover
  • Occupancy sensor contact
  • Wireless communication to central BAS
  • Continuous zone monitoring*
  • Remote setpoint control*

*with gateway and building automation system

 

Benefits

  • Extend life of existing pneumatic systems
  • Move from 24/7 operation to occupied/unoccupied schedules
  • Continuous monitoring of room conditions
  • Reduced maintenance
  • Visibility to trend data & central automate building
  • Allows for phased upgrade to building systems
  • Reduces project cost
Product Code  Description
WT-4002-MCR Wireless pneumatic-to-DDC room thermostat, two-pipe, DA/RA dual control action, Celsius display; can be configured in the field for stand-alone applications
WT-4002-MCM Wireless pneumatic-to-DDC room thermostat with binary dry contact input for an occupancy sensor (field furnished), two-pipe, DA/RA dual control action, Celsius display; can be configured in the field for stand-alone applications
WT-4002-MFR Wireless pneumatic-to-DDC room thermostat, two-pipe, DA/RA dual control action, Fahrenheit display; can be configured in the field for stand-alone applications
WT-4002-MFM Wireless pneumatic-to-DDC room thermostat with binary dry contact input for an occupancy sensor (field furnished), two-pipe, DA/RA dual control action, Fahrenheit display; can be configured in the field for stand-alone applications
WT-ROUTER Router that extends the range of transmissions between the WT-4000 Series Pneumatic-to-DDC Room Thermostat and the WT-BAC-IP Gateway in mesh network applications, to accommodate physical distances up to 750 ft (229 m), overcome physical barriers, and provide for multiple transmission routes
WT-BAC-IP Gateway and BACnet® server that acts as a bridge between the devices in a mesh network application and the BACnet client
A-4000-1037 In-line oil indicating supply airfilter, barbed connections for 1/4 in. (6 mm) O.D. polytubing, 125 psig (861 kPa) maximum input pressure, five in-line filters per package
WT-BATTERY 3.6 VDC, 2700mAh, size AA lithium batteries compatible with WT-4000 Series Room Thermostats, four batteries per package
INTRODUCING: THE WT-4000 Direct Digital Thermostat

The WT-4000 Series Digital thermostat is a non-invasive, direct digital control for non-installation replacement of existing pneumatic thermostats. Product Highlights 20% money savings realized with programmable scheduling 30% energy savings with occupancy sensor Non-invasive, no valve installation Easy, no-wire installation <30 minutes Easy read, on-unit temperature Zone-by-zone installation Labor and energy savings (with self calibration) 4-year battery life NOW AVAILABLE TO ORDER Product Features Pneumatic to digital Programmable schedule Direct replacement for many existing pneumatic thermostats & applications (DA/RA) No wire installation (batteries included) Self-calibrating Air leak detection Easy temperature reading on unit display Auto seasonal changeover Occupancy sensor contact...

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How to mount ACI products on DIN rail

If you need to mount ACI products on DIN rail we have the solution. All ACI snap track is pre-punched to accommodate DIN rail clips. These clips snap into the back of the snap track through the pre-punched holes, and the assembly snaps onto the DIN rail.

  • Specify DRC when ordering interface
  • Accommodates all ACI products that mount in snap track
  • Installs and removes exactly as any DIN rail mounted product
How to mount ACI products on DIN rail
    Product
    Type
    Features
    DRC Kit
    Two (2) DIN Rail Clips (per snap track)
     
    Snap into pre-punched holes on back of snap track. Removes from DIN rail with screwdriver or pry tool, just as any DIN rail mounted device. Can be removed from snap track if use changes

     

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    How to mount ACI products on DIN rail

    If you need to mount ACI products on DIN rail we have the solution. All ACI snap track is pre-punched to accommodate DIN rail clips. These clips snap into the back of the snap track through the pre-punched holes, and the assembly snaps onto the DIN rail. Specify DRC when ordering interface Accommodates all ACI products that mount in snap track Installs and removes exactly as any DIN rail mounted product Product Type Features DRC Kit Two (2) DIN Rail Clips (per snap track)   Snap into pre-punched holes on back of snap track. Removes from DIN rail with screwdriver...

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