Detcon
Model 10 & 12 Single Sensor Control Card Systems

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"Superior Safety Through Modular Redundancy"

• Modular plug-in design
• 2 to 16 channel packaging (NEMA 1, NEMA 4X, NEMA 7)
• Outputs 4-20 mA, RS-485 Modbus™, alarm relays
• Control module status and parameters accessible via RS-485
• Programmable relays standard (up to 3 alarms + 1 fault)
• Alarm reset, silence, and calibration inhibit
• Five year fixed-fee service policy

Model 10C Features two alarm relays, a four-character alpha-numeric display w/scrolling operator interface, and range of detection programmable from 1.00 to 9999 (ppm, %, ppb)

Model 12B Features three alarm relays, a three-character seven segment display, and range of detection programmable from 1.00 to 999 (ppm, %, ppb)

Detcon Model Series 10 and 12 gas detection and alarm systems consist of single sensor control cards that can be integrated into one system design to create multi-function monitoring and control of a wide range of field devices. Field devices include gas detection sensors, flame and fire detection devices and process sensors. Each control card is capable of supervising a single field device, displaying current status of that device and providing alarm relay outputs once user-configured limits are detected. Gas detection control modules display the real time concentration of a wide range of toxic gases, combustible gas, and oxygen sensors that output a 4-20 milliamp signal. The flame detection module displays the real time status of any flame detector with a 4-20 milliamp output signal. The alarm annunciator module can be used to monitor smoke and thermal detectors, pull stations, and any dry contact closure device.

Detcon
Model X40 Gas Detection Alarm & Control Systems

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"The Low Density Application Choice"

• NEMA 4X & NEMA 7 Enclosure Options
• Sensor Input Options: 4-20mA or Serial RS-485
• Completely User/Field Programmable
• 3 Adjustable Alarm Level Relays, 1 Fault Condition Relay
• Alarm Inhibit During Calibration with Automatic Timeout
• Alarm Silence Configuration Option
• Addressable RS-485 Serial Communication


Detcon Model Series X40 systems are a family of control products that supervise from 1 to 32 inputs, display the real time status of each input and output critical alarm action in accordance with user configurable requirements. Each system is housed in a NEMA 4X weather proof enclosure (NEMA 7 optional). The product series includes a Model 140-N4X, 240-N4X, 440-N4X, 840-N4X, 1640-N4X, and 3240-N4X, respectively a single, dual, four, eight, sixteen, and thirty-two channel input capacity.

The design is a microprocessor based control circuit that can supervise and display the condition of virtually any type of field mounted gas detection sensor or process control function with a 4-20mA analog signal, a serial RS-485 output or a contact closure. Gas sensor types include combustible gas, oxygen deficiency, and more than 40 toxic compounds. Process inputs include, but are not limited to, temperature, humidity, pressure, liquid level, and flow. Additional safety devices such as stand alone thermal detectors, smoke detectors and flame detectors can also be incorporated into a system application.

The controller is completely user programmable. A backlit alpha/numeric display provides real time reading and status for each field device. The display is also used to provide simple menu driven operator interface during system pro­gram­ming including type of input, range of sensitivity, alarm level adjustment and alarm relay configuration. One of the unique features of Model X40 control systems is logging of calibration and alarm history. Historical calibration and alarm data can be displayed on the LCD or the data can be downloaded to a PC via the RS-232 serial port.

Detcon Model MCX-32
Multi-Channel Integrated Control System

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"The Economically Intelligent Choice"

• 64 channel capacity
• Large LCD with touch-screen user interface
• Analog, digital or Modbus RTU serial input capability
• Readily field expandable with auto configuration capability
• Versatile distributed I/O installation options
• Lightning & over-voltage protection standard
• Data logging of alarms, calibration, comm errors, faults, peak and average readings

Detcon Model MCX-32 is a multi-channel integrated control system with a capacity of 64 active channels. It can receive and supervise inputs from a wide range of field devices with either a 4-20mA DC or serial output. The standard serial protocol is RS-485 Modbus RTU. This unique system design features “auto-configuration” of addressable devices that are located in a device library. The Model MCX-32 controller provides a unique combination of “auto configuration” simplicity and ease of use with customizable expansion capabilities.

The Model MCX-32 controller features a flexible design that allows the user to customize a system by choosing from a selection of individually addressable field devices or use addressable input and output modules. Detcon’s full range of gas sensors (purchased separately) can be used to create a gas detection system consisting of toxic gas, combustible gas, and/or oxygen deficiency. A wide range of field devices such as liquid level, temperature, pressure, flow, etc., can also be configured for input to the control system. Four standard I/O modules are available: a 4-channel 4-20mA input module (DA-4), a 4-alarm relay output module (RL-4), a 4-channel 4-20mA output module (AO-4), and a 4-relay contact input module (DI-4). I/O modules are din-rail mounted and stackable allowing for seamless system expansion. The I/O modules may be mounted within the main system enclosure or in separate enclosures suitable for the area classification where installation will occur. In many cases using distributed I/O nodes can significantly reduce wiring and installation costs.

The real time status of each active sensor is displayed on a backlit LCD Touch Screen that also serves as a user interface. Display formats include field device function, tag name, current reading and alarm status. Each input can be configured for up to 3 alarm levels. A fourth alarm output is dedicated to fault diagnostics of field devices and internal operating systems. Each system application can include either common and or a limited number of discrete alarm relays. Model MCX-32 accepts Type I or Type II compact flash cards for data logging. Alarms, calibrations, comm errors and faults are logged. Hourly peak and average readings for each channel is also logged. Other features include one-touch Alarm Inhibit, Alarm Reset, and Alarm Silence (Acknowledge) functions. The MCX-32 includes a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet Port. This allows users to remotely monitor the MCX-32 from desktop PC or handheld device with an Internet connection. An addressable RS-485 Modbus RTU slave port is available for communication with higher level automation and control systems such as PLC’s, PC’s and Distributed Control Systems.

The Model MCX-32 is available in 4 enclosure options – Model MCX-32-N1P NEMA 1 panel mount, Model MCX-32-N1R NEMA 1 rack mount, Model MCX-32-N4X NEMA 4X epoxy fiberglass, and MCX-32-SS NEMA 4X 316 Stainless Steel. The control system can be powered by 110-230 VAC or 24 VDC. Model MCX-32 Integrated Control Systems are intended for installation inside buildings or under cover avoiding direct sunlight.

Detcon
Model 880A/S Multichannel Alarm & Control System

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"The High Density Application Choice"

• PLC based Modbus™ master control system
• 2 addressable slave ports
• Distributed I/O options
• Simple menu driven programming
• 8 inch color touch screen
• Front panel LED status indicators
• USB drive alarm event logging
• NEMA 1 and NEMA 4X packaging

Two Communication Choices + Remote

• Analog - up to 72 gas detection sensors & field devices
• Serial - up to 32 gas detection sensors & field devices

Detcon Model 880A/S is a PLC based control system designed to monitor and control multiple gas detection sensors and other field devices. The main unit is programmed as a Modbus master with two options available; Model 880A-N4X for analog input field devices and Model 880S-N4X for addressable field devices. The system is completely configurable without the need for engineering or PLC programmer support. Selection of the number of active channels, gas type, range of measurement, and alarm relay logic are all simple menu driven tasks accomplished by navigating through and using a series of configuration screens featuring touch screen simplicity.

The Analog version (880A-N4X) has a system capacity of up to 72 field devices using distributed I/O nodes consisting of Detcon Model DA-4 for 4-20 mA DC inputs, Detcon Model DI-4 for digital inputs and Detcon Model RL-4 for alarm relay outputs. Power and din rail access are provided locally for up to eight I/O modules for both 880A-N1R and 880S-N1R. The Serial version (880S-N4X) is specifically designed for installations with up to 32 RS-485 addressable devices. The system features an 8-inch color touch screen that includes system configuration, utilities, and alarm history. The main screen displays the current reading and alarm status of up to 8 field devices at a time. Touch tabs at the top of the screen are used to navigate to additional screens of up to 8 field devices (9 tabs for Analog, 4 tabs for Serial). A tab will change to red shading if a device on its screen creates an alarm condition. Each sensor and/or field device can be selected from its main screen for viewing of its current status, configuration parameters and a graph of recent gas concentration levels.

Detcon Model 880 systems feature a USB port that is used for data logging and recording alarm history. Bulk memory thumb drives can be installed for high density installations.

Detcon Model 880R-N4X is a remote display designed to operate in conjunction with Detcon Model 880 PLC-based control systems. The 880R-N4X features a touch-screen operator interface and mimics the display functions of the main Model 880 system controller. It can be installed up to 1000 feet away. Digital data repeaters can be added to extend this distance.