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The Liquitron™ DP5000 Series pH Controllers are designed for a variety of industrial pH applications including metal
finishing, water treatment, printed circuit board manufacturing and waste treatment.
The DP5000 is a microprocessor-based pH controller with a backlit customized display and tactile keypad for ease of
programming. The DP5000 allows independent programming of control methods (‘ON/OFF’ or ‘PROPORTIONAL’) for
acid (Pump A) or base (Pump B) dosage. Independent high and low pH alarms may be set with activation of the ‘Alarm
relays.’ A third relay output is available for activating a solenoid valve or other devices.
The controller is compatible with any pH electrode that generates a mV signal and allows incorporation of platinum 1000 W
automatic temperature compensation (ATC) elements. Two point or single point pH calibrations may be performed. Timer
functions for pump ‘Run’ time and solenoid ‘Delay’ times can be programmed to operate a solenoid pump valve. An
‘Advanced Menu’ allows selection of special features such as a ‘Point 3’ (inflection point) for the control profiles of the
acid or alkali pumps for finer control. The DP5000 features continuous non-volatile memory back-up, voltage selection,
pre-amplifier outputs, flow and level switch inputs as standard. 4-20 mA recorder output is optional.
2.0Unpacking
Your carton will contain the items shown in Figure 1. Please notify the carrier immediately if there are any signs of damage
to the controller or its parts. Contact your LMI Distributor if any of the parts are missing.
There is a number label on the inside cover of the unit; for easy reference, you should note the model and serial numbers
on the front cover of this instruction manual.
Be sure that the unit has a plug and voltage code compatible with the power source that you intend to use.
CAUTION
Environment
The housing is corrosion and spray resistant but should not be subjected to excessive spray or ambient temperature over
122° F (50° C). Never immerse the unit.
Installation
The DP5000 Controller should be mounted on a solid, stable surface. pH adjustment pumps should be installed following
the manufacturer’s recommendations. For installations requiring longer cables, consult your distributor. The electrode
installation will vary, depending on the process used. In general, the temperature electrode and pH electrode should be
mounted together, and placed far enough downstream from the source of pH adjusting solution that sufficient mixing may
occur, but close enough to eliminate hydraulic lag time of response. Refer to the typical installation diagrams on the
following page.
3.1Mounting the Electronic Enclosure
The DP5000 control module is supplied with integral wall mounting flanges. It should be hung with the display at eye level,
on a vibration-free structure, in a location where liquids will not be splashed on it. All four (4) top-mounting holes should
be used for structural stability. The control module requires the following clearances:
Electrical installation of the DP5000 Series pH Controllers consists of plugging the control module into a proper line outlet.
Based on model number, the following voltages and receptacles are required:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, the control or metering pump must be plugged into a ground outlet with
ratings conforming to the data on the control panel. It must be connected to a good ground. DO NOT USE
ADAPTERS! All wiring must conform to local electrical codes.
Connect the pH adjustment pump(s) to the terminal strip for ‘ON/OFF’ control (connect to receptacles directly for 115 V
models) or to cables for ‘PROPORTIONAL’ control. Connect the pH electrode to the BNC connector on the right side of
the control module. Take care not to twist or strain the wires. If equipped, connect the ATC cable (1000 Ω at 32° F
[0° C]) through the cable gland below the BNC connector to the terminal strip. You may optionally connect an alarm,
solenoid, flow switch and low level switch. You may also connect the mA connections (with the option fitted). The ± 5
V supply for electrode pre-amplification is also accessed on the terminal strip. There is a 500 Ω maximum resistance
for 4-20 mA option (refer to Figures 4 and 5).
Typical US field installation would include a 6 ft (2 m) AC cord wired and two (2) 1 ft (30 cm) AC receptacles (‘ON/OFF’
mode) or two (2) 10 ft (3 m) pump drive cables (‘PROPORTIONAL’ mode) installed. A BNC receptacle would be installed
for the pH probe.
Connect the two (2) pumps appropriately. Install the probe, run the cable back to the controller and attach to BNC receptacle.
If the probe is farther than 25 ft (7.6 m) from the controller, a pre-amp may be desirable to reduce noise effects. If this is
the case, run +5 V/-5 V as required by your preamp. Current draw must not be greater than 10 mA.
If a flow switch and/or low-level tank switch is available, run wires to the controller - entering through one of the spare
cable ports. Remove the appropriate jumper(s) and attach the external wires. Polarity does not matter. Wire size #20-22
is adequate.
Alarm relays 1 and 2 are provided to signal an out of tolerance condition externally. These are Form C contacts, providing
a common, a normally open and a normally closed connection.These terminals provide power output.
A solenoid drive relay is provided that can be connected to drain a tank when the pH is within programmed limits. This
form C contact provides a common, a normally open and a normally closed connection. A delay can be programmed after
initially entering this programmed zone, to allow conditions to settle within the tank. The duration of solenoid ON time
is separately programmable. Wire size #16-18 is adequate. These terminals provide output power (main voltage).
The optional 4-20 mA PCB provides a fully programmable 4-20 mA output based on the pH readings. The optional PCB
plugs into the back of the computer pc board, as shown in Figure 6.
There are two (2) versions of the DP5000, one is the ‘ON/OFF’ Output and the second is ‘PROPORTIONAL’ Output.
The On/Off Output DP5000 pH Controller will operate any pH adjustment pump(s) which operate on the same line voltage
as the controller itself. Combined continuous controlled load must not exceed 4A @ 115 V or 2A @ 230 V. To ensure
efficient control, the pumps should be capable of delivering at least 150% of the maximum pumping requirement. Install
and calibrate the pumps according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
The Proportional Output DP5000 pH Controller will operate any LMI A9, A7, B9, B7, C9, C7, E7 or L7 pump, or any
other pump which operates by providing direct proportional response to a modulated pulse input signal. The pumps must
be set to the ‘external’ control mode. To ensure efficient control, the pumps should be capable of delivering at least 150%
of the maximum pumping requirement. Install and calibrate the pumps according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
3.4Keypad and Display
The DP5000 pH Controller menu allows the user to input all the variables necessary to customize the controller for the
application. The keypad is used for all programming (see Figure 7).
Figure 7: Keypad
Keys:
This key is used to set up the control profile for the acid dosing pump. (Holding the key for five (5) seconds
will allow priming of Pump A) (Factory setting 90 SPM).
This key is used to set up the control profile for the base (alkali) dosing pump. (Holding key for five (5)
seconds will allow priming of Pump B) (Factory setting 65 SPM).
This key is used to program the high and low alarm points and hysteresis (ON/OFF mode). It also allows
programming of the mA output when installed.
This key is used to program ‘run times’ for Pumps A and B, ‘delay times’ 1 and 2 for actuating and controlling
a solenoid valve (when programmed ‘ON’ in the advanced features menu). This key also allows setting of
the ‘manual temperature’ and the controller response rate ∆ pH. If pump run time is over 11:01 hours, the
run time is disabled. The pump will not be stopped and will run continuously.
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This key when pressed will display details of the last successful electrode calibration. (Holding this key for
five (5) seconds will allow entry into a new calibration procedure [single or two point]).
Pressing this key will cause the display to alternate showing various settings. (Holding the key for five (5)
seconds will allow entry to the ‘advanced features’ menu).
This key is used for starting and stopping (run or edit) the pumps and changing set points in the controller.
It changes the mode of the controller from ‘RUN’ to ‘OFF.’
These keys are used to change values on the display.
Simultaneously pressing these two (2) keys will lock the keypad to prevent casual tampering.
Pressing them a second time will unlock the keypad. (Wait five (5) seconds between locking and
unlocking).
4.0OPERATION
4.1Default Settings
In the default mode, as shipped from the factory without any extended features programmed in the ‘menu’, the controller
is set to operate two (2) dosing pumps towards a single desired pH region as defined by the set points. It will do this in one
of two ways, ‘ON/OFF’ or ‘PROPORTIONAL,’ shown graphically below:
Figure 8: ON/OFF Control Figure 9: Proportional
When the unit is plugged in, the computer powers up and the display illuminates. The display flashes the pH reading and
‘OFF’. This indicates the pumps will not operate and the unit is in the ‘OFF’ mode. When the
controller starts and switches into the ‘RUN’ mode.
Example: (Proportional Controller)
This display shows a pH value of 12.0. Pump A is
flashing indicating that the acid pump is in
operation. The pump will stop pumping after 46:35
minutes if set point is not reached.
For two (2) seconds in every eight (8) seconds the
display shows pump speed in pulses/minute. The
pulses/minute displayed relates to the pump that is in
operation.
alarm point (12.5), the ‘ALARM’ flashes and the
alarm relay is activated.
Throughout this manual, the term ‘pulse’ is used to describe the mechanical stroke of the pump, as strokes per minute
(SPM).
4.1.1Proportional Mode
The unit is shipped preset at the factory for the ‘PROPORTIONAL’ or ‘ON/OFF’ mode. To change the unit to the opposite
mode see ‘Advanced Menu List,’ Option 2, on page 20.
Controller must be in ‘OFF’ mode to program changes.
Figure 10: Pump A Control Profile
Pressing
switches the mode back and forth from RUN’
to ‘OFF’. The pH set points and pump speed (pulses/min) can
be changed only in the ‘OFF’ mode.
(1) ...... Press
(2) ...... Press to the increase/decrease the pH value of Set
Point 1 for turning on ‘Pump A’.
(3) ...... Press
(4) ...... Press
again.
to increase/decrease pump speed (pulse/min) for
set point 1.
(5) ...... Press again.
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(6) ...... Press to increase/decrease the pH for Set Point 2.
It is highly recommended that the hysteresis (pump off function) be used to prevent relay chatter.
The function of the hysteresis is to prevent pump relay chattering. It operates by allowing the pump to be turned on when
the control point plus (or minus) the hysteresis value has been met, but does not allow the pump to turn off until the control
point has been met. The chosen value will be used for both upper and lower set points.
The hysteresis, or dead band, designates how many pH units beyond set point the pump runs before turning off. Any value
from 0 to 14.00 is acceptable. If use of this function is undesirable, set it to 0.
Example: If the lower set point is pH 4.0 and the hysteresis has been set at 0.50, a falling pH will cause the pump to activate
at pH 3.50 and it will run until reaching set point (4.0).
4.2Alarms
Controller must be in ‘OFF’ mode to program change Set Points.
(1) ...... Press to display Alarm data.
(2) ...... Press
(Pump B)
(3) ...... Press
Alarm Point 2.
(4) ...... Press
(Pump A).
to program Alarm Point 1 (low pH).
to save Alarm Point 1 value and to move to
to program Alarm Point 2 (high pH).
(5) ...... Press to save Alarm Point 2 value and to move to
Alarm Hysteresis.
(6) ...... Press
to program Alarm Hysteresis.
This is the point where the alarm turns off.
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If the 4-20 mA option board is installed, the following screens
will appear. If these do not appear and the 4-20 mA PCB is
installed, go to Section 4.6, Advanced Menu, and program
option “7” to “1” and option “6” to “1”.
CALIBRATE will be visible and the ‘mV/pH’ and ‘%’ (slope) of
the previous calibration will be displayed. The display will alternate
between ‘mV/pH’ and ‘°
C.’
‘2 Point’ indicates that the previous calibration was a two-point
calibration.
‘1 Point’ indicates that the previous calibration was a one-point
calibration.
4.4New Calibration
For two-point calibration, the default settings are Buffer 1 = 7.00 pH and Buffer 2 = 10.00 pH but these values may be
changed.
Because it is not always possible to transfer the temperature probe from the process to the pH buffer, automatic
temperature probe detection can be switched off in pH calibration mode.
The calibration parameters (temperature, ATC [automatic temperature compensation] or manual, buffer pH and one or two
point calibration) of the previous calibration are the initial values for the current calibration.
If the LMI temperature cable and probe are connected, then the computer automatically selects and uses this ATC
(automatic temperature compensation) during calibration. If no temperature probe is connected, then ‘MANUAL’
will be selected during calibration. You must manually measure the temperature of the process being controlled and
enter that value here.
The unit must be placed in the ‘OFF’ mode. The unit cannot be calibrated in the ‘Run’ mode.
Calibration (e.g., 2 Point)
(1) ......
+ 5 seconds
Hold the ‘CALIBRATE’ key down for five (5) seconds.
‘CALIBRATE’ will start flashing.
put the probe in ‘Buffer 2’. Wait for the mV value to
settle.
(9) ...... Press
again. This will accept the second
calibration value and will display the ‘mV/pH’ (and ‘%’
Slope) result of the calibration.
(10) .... Press
again to accept this calibration and exit
calibration mode. Press any other key to abort calibration.
For a single-point calibration, only one (1) buffer is used. The theoretical value for pH 7.00 is used to complete the
Calibration Curve.
If the calibration is unsuccessful (slope < 70% or offset > ± 30 mV)
and ‘ERROR CALIBRATE’ and ‘E7’ are displayed; the calibration
should be repeated or else the controller reverts to using the ‘last
successful’ calibration performed.
A slope of less than 70% indicates a dirty/faulty probe or contaminated buffer.
4.5Pump Timers and Solenoid Valve Control Timers
It is not possible to change timer values while in ‘RUN’ mode. Unit must be in the ‘OFF’ mode to change values and
settings.
Pump Run Time:
This timer is set to the maximum time the pump can be on. If the timer is set to over 11:01 hours, the pump will run
continuously.
This timer is started when a pump is on and the pH value is outside the set points. The controller will stop the pumps when
the time reaches ‘0’ and activate ‘ALARMS.’ The run time is reset each time the pH enters the desired set point region.
Solenoid Delay Pump Valve Time:
The Solenoid Valve Relay output may be activated when the pH is within the set points for the time specified by ‘Delay
1.’ This may be used for system integration and for emptying a batch tank etc.
The ‘Delay 1’ Timer defines the period to allow pH and system parameters to settle.
The ‘Delay 2’ Timer (ON time) defines how long the valve will stay open. When these Delay Timers are active, pump
dosing cannot take place but the DP5000 will monitor the pH. The ‘Delay 2’ timer starts when the outputs are activated.
If the pH drifts outside of the set point and range, the solenoid relay will be deactivated.
If a ‘Delay 2’ time goes below one hour, then the display will change to ‘minutes : seconds’ from ‘hours : minutes.’
The smoothing of the input signal is determined by delta
(pH) time. The ‘Response Rate’ is the time that the
computer display takes before it updates the pH readings.
The following values can be programmed (min : sec):
When 00 : 01 is programmed the controller responds to a change in input in one (1) second.
If 00 : 10 is selected the controller responds to a change in input in ten (10) seconds. (i.e., the value displayed is the average
of the 10 previous 1 second readings.)
Examples: The sampling time (delta) is 00 : 10 and the current reading is 2.00 pH.
When the pH input is increased instantaneously to 12.00 pH, the display will respond as follows:
Seconds 01234567891011
pH2345678910111212
If the sampling was 00 : 01 seconds, the response would be:
Seconds 01234567891011
pH21212121212121212121212
Press the key to advance to set temperature.
This setting is relevant when no temperature probe
(1000 Ω platinum RTD) is connected.
Display Key:
While in the Run Mode the
key can be pressed once to display current parameters. Each screen will come up for
three (3) seconds and then returns to pH display or System Run automatically (screens shown below are: mV, °C, and mA).
+ 3 Seconds
+ 3 Seconds
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Similarly, the Pump Control Points can be displayed while in the ‘RUN’ Mode by pressing the ‘Pump A’ or ‘Pump B’ keys
The most frequently replaced part is the pH electrode (not supplied with controller), which will deteriorate with age.
Refillable electrodes should be checked for level frequently, and replenished with filling solution as necessary. An electrode
may also fail because of:
•aging (slow response to changing pH)
•coatings over the glass bulb (slow response to changing pH)
•abrasion of the glass bulb (shift in calibration)
•chemical attack
•breakage
If you experience instability or lack of response, check the electrode, replace if necessary and recalibrate. Follow
manufacturer's recommendation for cleaning the electrode.
Take care not to damage input cables, or allow the connections to get wet.
6.0Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting and repair of the malfunctioning unit should only be attempted by qualified personnel using caution to
ensure safety and limit unnecessary damage.
Should an error or alarm condition occur, the controller will alert the operator by flashing an ‘ERROR MESSAGE’. These
messages are depicted on the following page with a brief explanation.
Flow Switch, Remote ON/OFF, Spares. All low voltage inputs active low, i.e., the
active state is when the switch is closed. The switch must be capable of switching 2
mA at ± 15 VDC.
Pulse Pump A and B, Alarm.
All low voltage outputs capable of switching 2 mA at + 24 VDC. The pulse output
frequency range will be 0-100 per minute. The pulse output active low. The pulse
width 100 ms in the active (low) state.
Opto-Isolated NPN transistor open collector configuration.
Nine key membrane keypad with tactile response.
(The switches are multiplexed 3 x 3.)
Polyester with a hard coat finish
2.6 N to 3.3 N
0.65 mm 6-way gold plated Berg clincher type 65801-035
The temperature input interfaces to a platinum 1000 ohm RTD probe.
PT1000 (Platinum, 1000 Ω base resistance)
± 0.9° F (± 0.5° C)
32° F to 212° F (0° C to100° C)
± 1.8° F (± 1° C)
± 0.02 pH (500M Ω probe ambient cycle 32° F to 113° F [0° C to 45° C])
0.01 pH
0-14 pH
1013 Ω
1016 Ω
700 V
Relays
Alarm Relays (2):
Solenoid Valve Relay (1):
Current/Voltage Rating:
Contact Type:
Pump ON/OFF Relay (2)
(ON/OFF CONTROL)
Fuse:
LCD Display
Operating Voltage:
Operating Temperature
Viewing Area:
Backlight:
Memory Backup
Data Retention No Power:
Fuse protected
Electromechanical
115/230 VAC, 10 A/6 A
10A, 115 VAC or 6A, 230 VAC
Normally open and normally closed contacts
(FORM C) Change over relay
115 V/230 VAC, 10 A/6 A (NO)
ON/OFF Relays are Fuse Protected
(FORM C). Normally open relay
4 A, 250 VAC time delay (Anti-surge)
5 V
32° F to +122° F (0° C to +50° C)
1.2 x 1.8 inches (30 x 46 mm)
An 8 emitter (dual LED type), double row, reflective backed, backlight module will be
used. The light output color and reflective backing color will be high performance green.