PCD3-Series

PCD3-Series

PCD3-Series

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Alicat Scientific PCD-Series digital pressure controllers are designed for precise and rapid control of absolute or gauge pressure in closed systems. They utilize dual high-speed proportional control valves, eliminating the need for bleed valves and continuous outgassing. The PCD3-Series includes a remote pressure sense port for distant volume pressure maintenance. Corrosion-resistant options are available in the PCDS and PCD3S Series, with all instruments featuring NIST-traceable calibration and a lifetime warranty.
Features: The controllers have large integrated displays with touchpads for setpoint control and PID valve tuning. They support both analog and RS-232 digital communications, with extensive customization options including ATEX/CSA ratings for hazardous environments.
Applications: These controllers are used across various industries for tasks such as leak checking, fuel cell testing, fluid dispensing, and process control. They offer a 200:1 turndown ratio, 0.125% accuracy, 0.2% full-scale repeatability, and <100 ms control response times.
Technical Specifications:
  • Full-scale pressure ranges from 0-30 psia to 0-500 psia and 0-1 psig to 0-500 psig.
  • Standard accuracy of ±0.25% for pressures ≥ 2” H2O, with a high accuracy option of ±0.125%.
  • Repeatability of ±0.08% full scale, zero and span shift of 0.02% full scale per °Celsius.
  • Operating temperature range from -10 to +50 °Celsius, with IP40 ingress protection.
  • Compatible with non-corrosive gases, with options for aggressive gases in the PCDS and PCRDS-Series.
Communication and Power:
  • Monochrome LCD or Color TFT display with integrated touchpad.
  • Digital output options include RS-232, RS-485, and PROFIBUS.
  • Analog output options include 0-5 Vdc, 1-5 Vdc, 0-10 Vdc, and 4-20 mA.
  • Supply voltage ranges from 12-30 Vdc, with specific requirements for 4-20 mA outputs.
Mechanical Specifications:
  • PCD dimensions: 4.1”H x 4.8”W x 1.1”D with 1/8” NPT Female connections.
  • PCRD dimensions: 5.5”H x 10.6”W x 2.3”D with 3/4” NPT Female connections.
  • Compatible with various fittings including Swagelok® and Parker®.
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Catalog excerpts

PCD3-Series-1

Digital Absolute or Gauge Pressure Control for Closed Systems alicat.com/pcd Series Overview Alicat Scientific PCD-Series digital pressure controllers precisely and rapidly control absolute or gauge pressure within closed systems via dual customized high-speed proportional control valves. This dual-valve design pairs a dedicated inlet valve with a dedicated exhaust valve, eliminating the need for bleed valves and costly continuous outgasing. Alicat’s PCD3-Series pressure controllers further incorporate a remote pressure sense port for maintenance of pressure in volumes that are distant from the controller. The PCD and PCD3 Series are also available with corrosion-resistant wetted materials and stainless steel flow bodies in the PCDS and PCD3S Series. All pressure instruments come with NIST-traceable calibration sheets. Alicat backs every PCD-Series pressure controller with generous customer support, including free technical phone support, prompt recalibration service and a lifetime warranty. Alicat PCD-Series pressure controllers feature large integrated displays with touchpads that enable setpoint control access and PID valve tuning. The PCD 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. Applications Alicat Scientific PCD-Series digital pressure gauges and controllers are used in a variety of industries, from leak checking and fuel cell testing to fluid dispensing 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 PCD 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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PCD3-Series-2

Technical Data for Alicat PCD and PCDR Dual Valve Pressure Controllers Alicat’s PCD and PCDR Dual Valve Pressure Controllers accurately and efficiently control pressure within a closed system with a minimum loss of expensive gases through the exhaust process. PCDR-Series pressure controllers are best for flows greater than 20 lpm. Standard Specifications (Contact Alicat for available options.) Performance PCDR Controllers Full scale pressure < 2” H2O Accuracy Consult Factory Full scale pressure ≥ 2” H2O Standard Accuracy Full scale pressure ≥ 2” H2O High Accuracy Option Zero Shift and Span Shift...

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