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Q446-0000
ACTIONI/Q
®
Q446
AC Powered Bridge Input
Signal Isolator
Provides an Isolated DC Output in Proportion
to a Bridge/Strain Gauge Input
Adjustable Bridge Excitation
Field Configurable Input Ranges
Field Configurable Output Ranges
TouchCAL Technology
Description
The Q446 is a DIN rail mount, bridge or strain gauge input signal
conditioner with 1800VDC isolation between input, output and
power. Advanced digital technology combined with ASIC technology
allows the Q446 to be field configured for virtually any Bridge input
to DC output within the limits specified. The input can be set via DIP
switches for any one of 11 voltage ranges from 10mV to ±200mV (see
Table 1). The output is linear to the input and can be set for either
0-5V, 0-10V, 0-1mA or 4-20mA, direct or reverse acting.
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TouchCAL
The Q446 utilizes TouchCAL technology which greatly simplifies
calibration. Once the unit is configured via DIP switches, the
pushbutton is used to precisely calibrate the minimum and
maximum levels. The thermal drift and mechanical variability of
the potentiometers has been removed and replaced with a
digitally stable circuit. Additionally, the inherent zero and span
interactivity of potentiometer based analog amplifier circuitry is
removed, providing 100% non-interactive adjustment.
TouchCAL provides more than 90% offset of the zero value and
adjustment down to 10% of the full scale input span for most of
the 11 switch selectable input ranges. For example, the DIP switch
configured 0-100mV input range could be calibrated via
pushbutton for 0-40mV (i.e. 60% span reduction) or offset to a
range of 60-100mV (i.e. 60% offset and 60% span reduction). If the
output was configured for 0-10V, then 60-100mV input would
correspond to the 0-10V full scale output. Thus, an input range
such as 90-100mV is possible using the 0-100mV range. A TARE
function is also provided to allow batch offsets.
Technology
DIN Rail Mounting with IQRL
Universal AC Power 85 to 265 VAC
SnapLocTM Plug-in Terminals
the input signal is above the calibrated range or slowly if the input
signal is below range. It is on continuously when the unit is
functioning within the calibrated range.
The yellow (IN) LED is on while calibrating the input and the red
(OUT) LED is on while calibrating the output.
Application
The Q446 bridge input signal conditioner is useful in isolating
ground loops and interfacing bridge sensors to data acquisition
and control systems.
Three-way isolation completely eliminates ground loops from any
source. Isolation protects expensive SCADA systems from ground
faults and provides filtering for noise reduction which can be a
significant problem with millivolt bridge signals.
Wide ranging flexibility allows the user to easily zero out deadloads in weighing systems or configure bipolar input ranges for
tension-compression or vacuum-pressure bridge applications.
High density DIN rail mounting offers an extremely compact
solution for saving valuable panel space.
Configuration
The Q446 can be configured for input ranges from 10mV to +/200mV, with 90% input offset, or it will adjust down to 10% of
fullscale input span (except on 10mV, +/-5mV range where
maximum offset or gain adjustment is 50%).
To calibrate the input within the DIP switch configured range, simply
apply the high input signal and push the CAL button. The low input
signal is then applied and pushing the CAL button again stores the low
input signal (these steps are reversed for reverse mode operation).
The high and low input levels are stored in nonvolatile memory
and correspond to the high and low output levels. These output
levels are precisely adjusted using the input signal.
Diagnostic LEDS
The Q446 has three diagnostic LEDs. The green (RUN) LED is used
for diagnostics to indicate that power is on. It will flash quickly if
Unless otherwise specified, the factory presets the Model Q446 as
follows:
Input Setting:
Input Range: 0 to 30mV (3mV/V)
Excitation: 10V
Operation: Direct
Output: 4 to 20mA
For other I/O ranges, refer to the tables.
0 to 50mV
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WARNING: Do not change switch settings with power applied.
Severe damage will result!
1. With power off, snap off the faceplate by lifting the right edge
away from the heat sink. Slide off the metal heatsink.
2. Note that the module has two eight position switch blocks, one
for input and one for output.
3. Choose the desired ranges from Tables 1-4. Return the heatsink
to its original position and attach the faceplate before beginning
calibration.
Calibration
For best results, calibration should be performed in the operating
installation, allowing at least one hour for thermal stability of the
system. If pre-calibration on a test bench is preferred, then an
output load equal to the input impedance of the device connected
to the Q446 output is recommended, along with a 1 hour warm up
period.
1. For best results install the module on to a piece of DIN rail or
the I/Q Rail mounting accessory. See the I/Q Rail data sheet for
details.
Note: An I/QRail is required to power the modules. See ordering
information.
2. Connect the input to a calibrated DC source and the output to
a voltage or current meter. Apply power and allow the system to
reach thermal equilibrium (approximately 20 minutes).
3. Adjust the input signal to the desired maximum and observe that
the green LED is on or flashing. Push the CAL button and hold it
down for six flashes of the yellow LED (until the yellow and green
LEDs are flashing), then release the button.
Note: To quit the calibration mode and reset the unit, push the CAL
button again and hold for more than 5 seconds. Or wait for more
than two minutes and the unit will time-out and automatically
reset to the previously stored calibration.
Note: For the reverse operating mode (SW1-6 closed), input the
minimum signal in step 4 of calibration.
4. The yellow and red LEDs will be on. Push the CAL button. Apply
the maximum input signal level desired and push the CAL button
to store. The yellow LED will now be on.
Note: For the reverse operating mode (SW1-6 closed), input the
maximum signal in step 5 of calibration.
5. Apply the minimum input signal level desired and push the CAL
button to store. The green and red LED will now be on.
6. Adjust the input signal while monitoring the output signal until
the output is at the desired maximum level (e.g. 20.00mA), then
push the CAL button to store (the red LED will be on).
7. Adjust the input signal while monitoring the output signal until
the output is at the desired minimum level (e.g. 4.00mA), then push
the CAL button to store (the yellow, green and red LEDs will be on).
8. To finish calibration, push the CAL button once again. The green
LED will be on if the input is within the calibrated range.
Note: The TARE function is enabled by depressing the TARE/(CAL)
until the yellow LED flashes at least once and less than six times. The
input present at that time will be used as the TARE value and the
output will be the minimum output when the module was calibrated.
Table 1: Input Range Settings
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Figure 1: Q446 Calibration Flow Chart
Figure 2: Bridge Reference Designations
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Specifications
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Input:
Voltage:
Full Scale Range: 10mV to ±200mV (Table 1).
Impedance: >1M ohm
Overvoltage:
Intermittent 400V, max.
Continuous 264V, max.
Common Mode (Input to Ground):
1800VDC, max.
Pushbutton Adjustment:
Effective zero offset: >90%
Effective span turn down: >90% except for 10mV & +/-5mV
range in which 50% is max. zero offset and span turndown
Operation: direct or reverse acting
Output:
Voltage:
Output: 0-5V, 0-10V
Impedance: <10 ohms
Drive: 10mA, max. (1K ohms, min. @ 10V)
Current:
Output: 0-1mA, 0-20mA, 4-20mA
Impedance: >100K ohms
Compliance:
0-1mA; 7.5V, max. (7.5K ohms, max.)
0-20mA; 12V, max. (600 ohms, max.)
4-20mA; 12V, max. (600 ohms, max.)
Bridge
Excitation:
1 to 10VDC, 120mA max. Current drive decreases at 10mA/V below
5V (e.g. 4V, 110mA max.)
Accuracy (Including Linearity, Hysteresis):
±0.1% typical, ±0.2% maximum of selected input range at 25°C.
Stability:
±0.025%/°C typical, 0.05%/°C maximum, of selected full scale input range.
Output Noise (maximum):
0.1% rms of span, or 10mV whichever is greater.
Response Time (10 to 90%):
<200mSec., typical.
Common Mode Rejection:
DC to 60Hz: 120dB, 100dB (0 -1mA, range)
Isolation:
1800VDC between input, output and power.
LED Indication (Green):
Input Range (approx.)
>110% input: 8Hz flash
<0% input: 4Hz flash
Humidity (Non-Condensing):
Operating: 15 to 95% @ 45°C
Soak: 90% for 24 hours @ 65°C
Temperature Range:
Operating: 0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)
Storage: -25 to 70°C (-13 to 158°F)
Power:
Consumption:
2.7W typical (one 350 ohm bridge),
5W max. (four 350 ohm bridges).
Range: 100-240VAC
Shipping Weight:
0.54 lbs.
Wire Terminations:
Screw terminals for 12-22 AWG
Agency Approvals:
UL recognized per standard UL508.
CSA certified per standard 22.2 No. 0-M91 and 142-M1987.
Ordering Information
Models & Accessories
Specify:
1. Model: Q446-0000;
2. Specify optional I/QRail, type and quantity (required)
3. Accessories: (see Accessories)
4. Optional Factory Custom Calibration, specify C620 - with desired
input and output ranges.
Accessories
ActionI/Q modules mount on standard TS32 (model MD02) or TS35 (model
MD03) DIN rail. In addition the following accessories are available:
MD02 TS32 DIN rail
MD03 TS35 x 7.5 DIN rail
IQRL-2002 2 Position I/QRail & DIN rail
IQRL-2004 4 Position I/QRail & DIN rail
IQRL-2008 8 Position I/QRail & DIN rail
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