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Modbus & Serial Output Transmitter
for Thermocouple & RTD Temperature

 Exceptional linearity & accuracy at high update rates.
DIN Rail mounted, digitally programmable.

4-20 mA Current Transmitters for AC RMS Voltage or Current

 
CE Mark      RoHS Mark
Made in California

Standard Features

  • Input for thermocouple types J, K, T, E, N, R, S
  • Input for 100 ohm platinum RTDs with DIN and ANSI curves
  • 2, 3 or 4-wire RTD connection with lead resistance compensation
  • Upscale or downscale open sensor indication
  • User selectable spans from entire TC or RTD range down to 15.0°
  • Output update rate to 60/sec
  • RS232 or RS485 serial communications, half or full duplex, isolated
  • Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII or Micron ASCII protocol
  • Easy setup with PC-based Instrument Setup Software
  • DIN rail mount housing only 22.5 mm wide
  • Detachable screw-clamp connectors
  • Dual solid state relays for alarm or control, isolated
  • 0-10V, 4-20 mA or 0-20 mA analog output, scalable, isolated
  • Universal AC power, 85-264 Vac
  • Priced Reasonably (basic temperature transmitter)
    Options:
  • Low voltage power, 10-48 Vdc or 12-30 Vac

Description

The Micron Modbus & serial output  temperature transmitter provides a linearized, highly accurate, stable and repeatable transmitter output for multiple thermocouple types and 100 Ohm platinum RTDs. The transmitter accepts the outputs of types J, K, T, E, N, R or S thermocouples, plus 100 ohm platinum RTD’s with DIN alpha of 0.00385 or ANSI alpha of 0.00392. The thermocouple or RTD type and temperature range, specified in °C or °F, are user-selectable.

Signal conditioner for Laureate Thermocouple & RTD Temperature TransmitterAll ranges for all temperature sensor types are digitally calibrated at the factory, with calibration data stored in EEPROM on the signal conditioner board.  This allows signal conditioner boards and ranges to be changed in the field with no need for recalibration. Cold junction compensation automatically corrects for temperature variations at the thermocouple reference junction at the transmitter. Open sensor indication is standard and may be set up to indicate either upscale or downscale. RTD excitation is provided by the transmitter. RTD connections can be of the 2-, 3- or 4-wire type. For 3- and 4-wire connections, the transmitter automatically compensates for lead resistance of the sensor.

Fast read rate at up to 50 or 60 conversions per second while integrating the signal over a full power line cycle is provided by Concurrent Slope (Pat 5,262,780) analog-to-digital conversion. High read rate is ideal for peak or valley capture and for real-time computer interface and control.

LTM Series serial output transmitters send data via an isolated serial port, which is user configurable for RS232 or RS485 and full or half duplex operation. Three protocols are user selectable: Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII, or Micron ASCII. Modbus operation is fully compliant with Modbus Over Serial Line Specification V1.0 (2002). The Micron ASCII protocol allows up to 31 Micron devices to be addressed on the same RS485 data line. It is simpler than the Modbus protocol and is recommended when all devices are Microns. It also allows use of Micron Datalogging Software.

Standard features of Micron transmitters include:

  • Serial data output, isolated. User selectable RS232 or RS485, half or full duplex, Modbus or Micron ASCII protocol.
  • Dual solid state relays for control or alarm, isolated. Rated 120 mA at 130 Vac or 170 Vdc.
  • Analog transmitter output, 16-bit, user scalable and isolated. User selectable 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA or 0-10V levels.
  • Universal AC power supply for 85-264 Vac.

Easy Transmitter programming is via Micron's Instrument Setup Software, which runs on a PC under MS Windows. This software can be downloaded from this website at no charge. The required transmitter-to-PC interface cable is available from Micron (P/N CBL04).


Specifications
Micron Modbus & Serial Output Transmitter
for Thermocouple & RTD Temperature

Thermocouple Input

TC Type
Range
Conformity Error
J
-210°C to +760°C
-347°F to +1400°F
0.09°C
0.16°F
K
-244°C to +1372°C
-408°F to +2501°F
0.1°C
0.17°F
T
0°C to +400°C
-257°C to 0°C
+32°F to 752°F
-430°F to +32°F
0.03°C
0.2°C
0.05°F
0.36°F
E
-240°C to +1000°C
-400°F to +1830°F
0.18°C
0.32°F
N
-245°C to +1300°C
-410°F to +2370°F
0.10°C
0.17°F
R
-45°C to +1768°C
-49°F to +3214°F
0.17°C
0.31°F
S
-46°C to +1768°C
-51°F to +3213°F
0.12°C
0.22°F
  

Applicable to all thermocouple types

Calibration
Input resistance
Input current
Max lead resistance
Overall accuracy
Span tempco
Reference junction tempco
Span tempco
Over-voltage protection
NMR at 50/60 Hz
CMR, DC-60 Hz
CMV, DC-60 Hz
Open sensor indication
NIST Monograph 125 (IPTS-68)
1 Gohm
100 pA
1 kohm max for rated accuracy
±0.01 of full scale ±2 counts
±0.003% of reading/ºC
±0.02 deg/deg
±0.003% of reading/ºC
125 Vac
80 dB plus selectable filter from 80 ms to 9.6 s time constant
120 dB with 500 W imbalance
250 Vac from power and earth grounds
0 mA or > 20mA output, selectable

PT 100 RTD Input

RTD Alpha
Range
Conformity Error
DIN
.00385
-202°C to +850°C
-331°F to +1562°F
0.03°C
0.05°F
ANSI
.003925
-202°C to +631°C
-331°F to +1168°F
0.04°C
0.07°F
   
Applicable to all RTD types
Calibration, DIN
Calibration ANSI
Configuration
Excitation current
Overall accuracy
Span tempco
Zero tempco
Sensor lead resistance
   tempco per conductor
Over-voltage protection
Open sensor indication
IEC 751 (IPTS-68)
NIST Monograph 126
2, 3 or 4-wire connection
0.2 mA
±0.01 of full scale ±2 counts
±0.003% of reading/ºC
±0.03 deg/deg
2-wire, 10 mdeg/W/deg up to 10 W
3 & 4-wire, 10 mdeg/W/deg up to 100 W
125 Vac
0 mA or > 20mA output, selectable

Thermocouple & RTD

Serial Data Output (standard)
Signal Types
Data Rates
Output Isolation
Serial Protocols
Modbus Modes
Modbus Compliance
Digital Addressing
RS232 or RS485 (half or full duplex)
300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 baud
250V rms working, 2.3 kV rms per 1 min test
Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII, Micron ASCII
RTU or ASCII
Modbus over Serial Line Specification V1.0 (2002)
247 Modbus addresses.
Up to 32 devices on an RS485 line w/o a repeater.
Analog Output (standard)
Output Levels
Compliance, 4-20 mA
Compliance, 0-10V
Output Resolution
Output Accuracy
Output Isolation
4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10 Vdc (jumper selectable)
10V ( 0-500 ohm load )
2 mA ( 5 kOhm load or higher)
16 bits (65,536 steps)
0.02% of output span plus conversion accuracy
250V rms working, 2.3 kV rms per 1 minute test
Dual Relay Output (standard)
Relay Type
Load rating
Two solid state relays, SPST, normally open, Form A
130 mA at 140 Vac or 180 Vdc
Power Input
Standard power
Low power option
Power frequency
Power isolation
Power consumption
85-264 Vac or 90-300 Vdc (DC operation not UL approved)
10-48 Vdc or 12-30 Vac
DC or 47-63 Hz
250V rms working, 2.3 kV rms per 1 min test
2W typical
Mechanical
Case Dimensions
Case Mounting
Electrical Connections
120 x 101 x 22.5 mm
35 mm rail per DIN EN 50022
Detachable screw-clamp plugs
Environmental
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Relative Humidity
Protection
Cooling Required
0°C to 55°C
-40°C to 85°C
95% at 40°C, non-condensing
NEMA-4X (IP-65) when panel mounted
Mount transmitters so that ventilation holes are at top and bottom.
Leave 6 mm (1/4") between transmitters, or blow air by means of a fan.

PIN OUTS
Micron Modbus & Serial Output Transmitter
for Thermocouple & RTD Temperature

2-wire RTD connection to Laureate temperature transmitter

Micron temperature transmitters allow 2, 3 or 4-wire RTD hookup to the J5 connector. The transmitter applies an excitation current of 0.2 mA, which it monitors to make ratiometric corrections for excitation supply variations.

In 2-wire hookup, the transmitter senses the voltage drop across the 100 ohm RTD and both lead wires. The effect of the lead wires can be measured and subtracted by shorting out the RTD during transmitter setup.

In 3- and 4-wire hookup, the transmitter senses the voltage drop across the 100 ohm RTD and both lead wires as well as the voltage drop across the RTD and one lead wire. This allows the transmitter to determine the effect of one lead wire and mathematically subtract the effect of both lead wires.

3-wire RTD connection to Laureate temperature trasnmitter

4-wire RTD connection to Laureate temperature transmitter

Operation as a Fast ON/OFF Controller or Supervisory Monitor

Temperature controller operation of Laureate temperature panel meterWith the optional dual solid state relay output option, which has a typical response time of only 17 ms, Micron temperature meters and transmitters can serve as extremely fast and accurate ON/OFF controllers for closed-loop temperature control. They can also serve as supervisory process monitors and provide alarms or shutoffs when processes exceed normal limits.

Multiple setpoint operating modes are individually selectable for each relay, as explained in the dual-setpoint controller page. Relay duty cycles and chatter can be minimized with programmable hysteresis and time delays. A band deviation operating mode can be selected for each relay, where an alarm is generated whenever the reading is a selected number of counts above or below the setpoint. With Modbus, relay operation can be non-latching or latching, with reset provided by digital commands.

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