(ny Systematic multiloop control Flexible & modular: the KS vario multiloop controller system

Modular, intelligent, open KS vario: The system components The modular KS vario multiloop controller system has been developed specifically for temperature treatment processes, whereby the basic version consists of a controller module and a field bus coupler. These two components already provide a fully operatio- nal control unit with 4,6 or 8 loops. Simply by adding the required number of individual I/O modules, the system is expandable up to 30 control loops with minimum extra cost. Hereby, no more I/O modules are required than those needed for the actual number of inputs & outputs. Moreover,...

Control functions All conventional control modes including master/slave and valve motor control are selectable per channel. Two self-tuning options are available for determining the best control para- meters: during start-up or at setpoint. Individual sampling rates starting at 100 ms are adjustable for each channel. Controller modules • Thermocouples or resistive sensors • Integrated heating current monitor • Expandable up to 30 control zones Additional functions Several special functions such as controlled start-up for plastics processing machines are standard features of the basic version....