Universal Process / Temperature Controllers
Temperature Controller fits into tight spaces.
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Model 3216, 1/16 DIN controller measures 90 mm deep and includes text display, proprietary Instant Accuracy® system, and 5 on-board process recipes with 48 parameters per recipe. Text display relates parameters and scrolls in marquee fashion. Offerings include universal input and power supply, ability to download custom input curves, digital communications, IP65 rating, and current transformer input. Outputs are configurable for heating, cooling, and alarms.
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Eurotherm Introduces a New Feature-Rich 1/16 DIN Controller With Text Displays and it Fits Into Tight Places
LEESBURG, VA, USA, June 23, 2003 - Eurotherm, a worldwide leading manufacturer of temperature controllers and process instrumentation, announces a new temperature controller, the model 3216. This controller is only 90 mm deep and has been designed with machine builders and OEM's in mind. The 3216 has a text display, high accuracy input, 5 on-board process recipes (48 parameters per recipe) and Eurotherm's patented "Instant Accuracy"® system. The text display makes it easy for anyone to use or configure the controller. If a user scrolls to a parameter and hesitates a few seconds, the text display begins scrolling in marquee fashion. The display gives a description of that parameter in plain English (or one of 3 other languages). Ordering, configuration and maintenance have been simplified to simple code that completely specifies the functionality and configuration.
Features of the 3216 that make it an excellent choice are universal input, universal power supply, the ability to down load custom input curves, digital communications, IP65 rating and the availability of a current transformer input for monitoring load current. In addition, Eurotherm has released a new version of its graphical configuration software (iTools). The configuration interface is extremely small (about the size of a pack of cigarettes) and allows the controller to be configured without connecting it to a power source.
"This controller offers the best value available, for the price, in terms of both features and ease of use." said Jim Overturf, VP of Marketing, Eurotherm. He adds, "Our customers have told us that controllers are getting too complicated. The text messaging display and on-line help go a long way toward reducing the machine builders problems."
The outputs are configurable for heating, cooling and alarms.
About Eurotherm
Eurotherm, part of the Production Management Division of Invensys plc, is one of the world's leading automation and controls companies and a major supplier to the world's processing and equipment manufacturing industries. An ISO 9000 company, Eurotherm's products include temperature and process controllers and indicators, data recorders and data acquisition systems, signal conditioning and complete process automation solutions.
About Invensys plc
Invensys is a global leader in production technology. The group helps customers improve productivity, performance and profitability using innovative services and technologies and a deep understanding of their industries and applications.
Invensys Production Management works closely with customers to increase performance of production assets, maximize return on investment in production and data management technologies and remove cost and cash from the supply chain. The division includes APV, Avantis, Eurotherm, Foxboro, IMServ, SimSci-Esscor, Triconex and Wonderware. These businesses address process and batch industries - including oil and gas, chemicals, power and utilities, food and beverage, and personal health care - and the discrete and hybrid manufacturing sectors.
Invensys Rail Systems is a global leader in the design, manufacture, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety related rail signaling and control systems as well as a complete range of rail signaling and communications products. The business includes Westinghouse Rail Systems Limited (WRSL), Dimetronic Signals, Safetran Systems, Burco Services, Westinghouse Signals Australia and Foxboro Transportation. WRSL was recently awarded two contracts valued at more than $1.3 billion for the renewal of signaling on the London Underground.
Invensys also currently serves other market sectors through its Development Division. The businesses in this division are: Appliance Controls, APV Baker, Baan, Climate Controls, Hansen Transmissions, Lambda, Metering Systems, Powerware and Teccor. Invensys is actively seeking to develop these businesses through equity partners or new owners.
Invensys operates in more than 60 countries, with its headquarters in London. For more information, visit www.invensys.com.
Invensys is a trademark of Invensys plc.
