PC3-Series

PC3-Series

PC3-Series

Product catalog summary
Series Overview
Alicat Scientific's P-Series digital pressure gauges and PC-Series pressure controllers are designed for precise measurement and control of absolute or gauge pressure in gases and liquids. The PC-Series includes high-speed proportional control valves for accurate pressure control, with options for backpressure control and remote pressure sensing in the PC3-Series. These instruments are available with corrosion-resistant materials and stainless steel flow bodies, suitable for corrosive environments. All devices come with NIST-traceable calibration and are supported by Alicat's customer service, including a lifetime warranty.

Features
The P/PC-Series instruments feature large displays and touchpads for setpoint control and PID valve tuning. They support both analog and RS-232 digital communications, with customizations available for hazardous environments and portable use. The series offers a wide range of pressure measurements, from 0-30 psia to 0-500 psia for absolute pressure, and 0-1 psig to 0-500 psig for gauge pressure.

Applications
These pressure gauges and controllers are used across various industries, including gas analysis, filter characterization, vacuum coating, and process control. They offer a low turndown ratio of 200:1, high accuracy of 0.125%, and fast control response times of less than 100 ms.

Technical Data
The PC and PC3 controllers allow precise control of absolute, gauge, or differential pressure, with configurations for vacuum or backpressure control. The PCR-Series is suitable for flows over 20 lpm, while the PC3 and PCR3-Series include an external pressure port for remote sensing. Standard specifications include:
  • Accuracy: ±0.25% for standard, ±0.125% for high accuracy
  • Repeatability: ±0.08% full scale
  • Operating range: 0.5% to 100% full scale with a 200:1 turndown ratio
  • Response time: 100 ms (adjustable)
  • Operating temperature: -10 to +50 ºC
  • Ingress protection: IP40

Communication and Power
The controllers feature monochrome LCD or color TFT displays with integrated touchpads. They offer digital output options like RS-232, RS-485, and PROFIBUS, and analog output options including 0-5 Vdc, 1-5 Vdc, 0-10 Vdc, and 4-20 mA. Electrical connections include various pin configurations, with supply voltages ranging from 12-30 Vdc.

Mechanical Specifications
The PC and PC3 controllers have dimensions of 4.1”H x 3.6”W x 1.1”D with 1/8” NPT female process connections, while the PCR and PCR3 controllers measure 5.5”H x 2.9”W x 5.5”D with 3/4” NPT female connections. They are compatible with various fitting types, and additional ranges are available upon request.
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Catalog excerpts

PC3-Series-1

Digital Absolute or Gauge Pressure Measurement and Control Series Overview Alicat Scientific P-Series digital pressure gauges accurately and rapidly measure the absolute or gauge pressure of process gases and liquids. PC-Series pressure controllers provide precise control of pressure via customized high-speed proportional control valves. For backpressure control, the PC Series is available with downstream valves and inverse valve control algorithms. Alicat’s PC3-Series pressure controllers incorporate a remote pressure sense port for control of flow into a process that is distant from the controller. Each instrument within the P/PC/PC3 Series is also available with corrosion-resistant wetted materials and stainless steel flow bodies. These devices belong to the PS/PCS/PCS3 line of pressure gauges and controllers for corrosives. All pressure instruments come with NIST-traceable calibration sheets. Alicat backs every P/PC-Series pressure instrument with generous customer support, including free technical phone support, prompt recalibration service and a lifetime warranty. Alicat P/PC-Series pressure gauges and controllers feature large integrated displays. PC-Series controller touchpads enable setpoint control access and PID valve tuning. The P/PC Series comes with both analog and RS-232 digital communications. Extensive customizations are available, including Class 1, Div 2 ATEX/ CSA ratings for use in hazardous environments and battery operation for portable gauges (PB Series). Applications Alicat Scientific P/PC-Series digital pressure gauges and controllers are used in a variety of industries, from gas analysis and filter characterization to vacuum coating and process control. A low 200:1 turndown ratio, available 0.125% accuracy, 0.2% full-scale repeatability and <100 ms control response times ensure optimal performance of pressure control processes. The P/PC Series is available in full-scale absolute pressure ranges from 0-30 psia to 0-500 psia, and in fullscale gauge pressure ranges from 0-1 psig to 0-500 psig.

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PC3-Series-2

Technical Data for PC, PC3, PCR, and PCR3 Single Valve Pressure Controllers Alicat PC-Series pressure controllers allow the precise control of absolute, gauge or differential pressure. These units can be configured for vacuum pressure or backpressure control. PCR-Series pressure controllers are best for flows greater than 20 lpm. PC3 and PCR3-Series pressure controllers are fitted with an external pressure port for sensing and controlling pressures at a remote point in the system. Standard Specifications (Contact Alicat for available options.) Performance Full scale pressure < 2” H2O Accuracy...

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