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ASPYRE® Intelligent Power Controllers

ASPYRE® Intelligent Power Controllers

ASPYRE® Intelligent Power Controllers

Product catalog summary
Overview of ASPYRE® Intelligent Power Controller
The ASPYRE® power controller family offers advanced features to simplify applications and enhance performance. Key features include an easy-to-read pixel display, quick access to SCRs, and intuitive configuration via ASPYRE® PC software and USB connectivity. An application wizard aids in automatic configuration based on load type, and built-in diagnostics facilitate troubleshooting. Replaceable semiconductor fuses enhance serviceability.
Modular and Smart Design
Models such as DT248-300 and DT148-060 offer 20 firing combinations to suit various load types, advanced control modes to protect heaters, and six power control modes for optimal thermal performance. The controllers support multiple digital and analog I/O for enhanced system control.
Improved Process Control
ASPYRE® controllers provide closed-loop temperature control with power feedback to maintain constant temperature, accommodating a wide range of load types including UV lamps, transformers, and silicon carbide elements.
Cost Efficiency and Integration
The UL® 508 rating reduces labor and project costs, while the compact design minimizes cabinet space and shipping expenses. Integrated functions reduce system complexity and installation labor. ASPYRE DT models consolidate multiple functionalities into a single device, including SCR switching, data logging, and communication capabilities.
Connectivity and Automation
ASPYRE® controllers offer extensive connectivity options, including USB ports, Wi-Fi, and support for communication protocols like Modbus® and Ethernet IP. These features facilitate automation and integration into larger systems.
Quality and Reliability
ASPYRE® controllers are designed for high performance and reliability, with a robust SCR design, compliance with UL®, CE, RoHS, and W.E.E.E. standards, and a 100KA SCCR rating. They undergo rigorous testing to meet industrial standards.
Installation and Maintenance
The WATROD™ Circulation Heater Installation & Maintenance Manual outlines procedures for ensuring proper megohm values and methods for addressing low megohm readings. These include baking out the heater or energizing it at low voltage.
Global Support
Watlow provides worldwide technical support and sales offices across North America, Asia, Europe, and Latin America, ensuring comprehensive service and support for their products.
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To Elevate Your System with an intelligent power controller family that simplifies your application while offering cutting-edge features

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Modular and Smart Design Easy to Use and Service >> Easy to read real character pixel display >> Quick access to SCRs minimizes production downtime >> Simple to configure with ASPYRE® configuration PC software and plug and play access via USB device port >> Intuitive application wizard automatically recommends controller configuration settings based on load type >> Intelligent troubleshooting with built-in diagnostics >> Easy to access replaceable semiconductor fuses

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Improved Process Control For a Wide Variety of Load Types >> 20 firing combinations to align IR Short Wave Lamp with a variety of load types >> Advanced control modes Silicon Carbide Molybdenum Disilicide protect heater from damage on start up and extends overall heater element life Transformer Inductive Normal Resistance >> Six available power control modes to maximize thermal performance UV Lamp >> Multiple digital and analog I/O to increase system control functionality Closed-Loop Temperature Control With ASPYRE Power Control Feedback Without Power Control Feedback Power feedback can immediately...

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Semi Fuses Closed^ Loop Power Closed k Loop Curren Model functionality of multiple devices > UL® 508 rating results in reduced labor and project costs > Smaller footprint and less weight than legacy power controllers reduces cabinet space and shipping expenses > Integrated design reduces system complexity, inventory and labor to install and wire > ASPYRE DT features SCR switching, voltage sensor, data logging, Wi-Fi, current sensor, semiconductor fusing, user interface, communications, relay alarm, cooling fan, back-up power supply and more in one device

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> USB device port (file transfers -configuration or data log) > Wireless Wi-Fi and mobile application > Communication protocols 485 Modbus® RTU (up to 2), Modbus® TCP, Ethernet IP, Profibus DP, Profinet

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Industry-Leading DesignFor High Quality and ReliabilityHigh Performance Validated With Stringent Testing Meets or Exceeds Industrial Test Standards > 3 year factory warranty > Robust SCR design with high I2t rating > Passes rigorous Watlow test standards > Agency compliance - UL®, CE, RoHS, W.E.E.E. > UL® 508 shortens project schedules, agency testing and expenses

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Protects Heaters on Start-Up Megohm heater circuit precheck Reduces start up costs and production delays Megohm Test Proceedure Watlow process heater bundle WATLOW ELECTRIC MFG CO. WATROD™ Circulation Heater Installation & Maintenance Manual I&M NUMBER: 316-42-5-1 1. Megohm precheck During shipping and/or storage, the possibility of absorption by the insulation material within the element is possible. To ensure proper megohm values a minimum 500 VDC megohm meter (Megger) should be used to ensure that the megohm reading between the heater terminal and the heater sheath is more than 10 megohms...

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Find out more about Watlow and how we can provide thermal solutions for your company: Phone: 1-800-WATLOW2 (1-800-928-5692) E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.watlow.com Watlow Products and Technical Support Delivered Worldwide North American Technical Support & Sales Offices Asian Technical Support & Sales Offices European Technical Support & Sales Offices United States & Canada 1-800-WATLOW2 Singapore Taiwan United Kingdom Latin American Technical Support & Sales Office Mexico ©2017 Watlow Electric Manufacturing Company

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.