
Temperature, Process and
Strain Controllers
CNi Series
CNi32, shown smaller
than actual size.
TM
CNi16, shown
smaller than actual size.
Universal Inputs
Accuracy at 25°C: ±0.5°C temp
nominal, 0.03% rdg ±0.03%
range process and strain
Totally Programmable
Color Displays (Visual
Alarms)
User-Friendly, Simple to
Configure
Free Software
Full Autotune PID Control
Embedded Internet
Connectivity Optional
RS232 and RS485 Serial
Communications
Optional
Built-In Excitation
2 Control/Alarm Outputs;
Choice of DC, Pulse, Solid
State Relays, Mechanical
Relays, Analog Voltage
and Current
U Output 3 Retransmission:
Isolated Analog Voltage
and Current Optional
U NEMA 4 (IP65) Front Bezel
U Temperature Stability
±0.04°C/°C RTD and
±0.05°C/°C Thermocouple
@ 25°C (77°F)
U Front Removable and
Plug Connectors
U AC or DC Powered Units
U Ratiometric Mode for
Strain Gages
U Programmable
Digital Filter
FM
APPROVED
CNi8, shown smaller than actual size.
The OMEGA® iSeries is a family of
microprocessor-based instruments
offered in three true DIN sizes.
All of the instruments share the same
set-up and configuration menu and
method of operation, a tremendous
time saver for integration of a large
system. The iSeries family includes
extremely accurate digital panel
meters “DPi” and single loop PID
controllers “CNi” that are simple to
configure and use, while providing
tremendous versatility and a wealth
of powerful features.
The CNi Series covers a broad
selection of transducer and
transmitter inputs with 2 input models.
The Universal temperature and
process instrument (CNi models)
handles 10 common types of
thermocouples, multiple RTDs and
several process (DC) voltage and
current ranges. This model also
features built-in excitation, 24 Vdc @
25 mA. With its wide choice of signal
inputs, this model is an excellent
choice for measuring or controlling
temperature with a thermocouple,
RTD, or 4 to 20 mA transmitter.
The strain and process instruments
(CNiS models) measure inputs from
load cells, pressure transducers,
and most any strain gage sensor as
well as process voltage and current
ranges. The CNiS has built-in
5 or 10 Vdc excitation for bridge
transducers, 5 Vdc @ 40 mA or
10 Vdc @ 60 mA (any excitation
voltage between 5 and 24 Vdc is
available by special order). This
CNiS model supports 4- and 6-wire
bridge communications, ratiometric
measurements. The CNiS features
fast and easy “in process” calibration/
scaling of the signal inputs to any
engineering units. This model also
features 10-point linearization which
M-9
CNi8DV, shown smaller
than actual size.
allows the user to linearize the signal
input from extremely nonlinear
transducers of all kinds.
Control Functions
The iSeries can control simple
manual operation to ON-OFF and
full Autotune PID control. (Selectable
preset tune, adaptive tune, PID,
PI, PD control modes.) The dual
control outputs can be configured
for a variety of independent control
and alarm applications such as heat/
heat, heat/cool, heat/alarm, cool/
cool, cool/alarm or alarm/alarm.
The ramp to setpoint feature allows
the user to define the rate of rise to
setpoint, minimizing thermal shock
to the load during start-up. For
applications that do not require PID
control, just simplified programming,
there are 2 options available: -AL
Limit Alarm and -SM Simplified Menu
ON-OFF control.
Programmable Color Display
The iSeries are 1⁄8, 1⁄16 and 1⁄32 DIN
controllers featuring the big iSeries
color-changing display. The digits are
twice the size of typical 1⁄8 DIN panel
meters. The iSeries feature the only
LED displays that can be programmed
to change color between GREEN,
AMBER, and RED.
Embedded Internet and
Serial Communications
Featuring optional “embedded
Internet” the iSeries connect directly
to an Ethernet network and transmit
data in standard TCP/IP packets, or
serve Web pages over a LAN or the
Internet. The iSeries are also available
with serial communications. The user
can select from the pushbutton menu
between RS232, RS422, and RS485,
with straightforward ASCII commands
or MODBUS.

To Order Visit omega.com/cni_series for Pricing and Details
Model No. Size/Cutout Input Type Output 1 Output 2 Other Features
CNi3222
CNi3223
CNi3224
CNi3233
CNi3242
CNi3243
CNi3244
CNi3252
CNi3253
CNi3254
CNi833
CNiS833
CNi8A33
CNi8C33
CNiS8C33
CNi8DH33
CNiS8DH33
CNi8DV33
CNiS8DV33
CNi1633
CNi16A33
CNi16D33
CNiS1633
CNiS16D33
Comes with complete operator’s manual.
Ordering Examples: CNi3233-C24-DC, 1⁄32 DIN temperature/process meter with two relay outputs plus RS232 and RS485 and 12 to 36 Vdc
power supply.
CNi16D22-EIT, 1⁄16 DIN dual display temperature/process meter with two SSR outputs plus ethernet with embedded web server.
Ordering
Suffix
-AL
-SM
Networks Options
-EIT
-C24
-C4EIT
Power Supply
-DC
Factory Setup
-FS
-FS(RTD-1N)
-FS(RTD-2N)
Software (Requires Network Option)
OPC-SERVER
LICENSE
*1 Ethernet options are not available for the CNi8A, CNi8C, CNi16, CNi16A or CNi32 controller.
*2 “-DC”, “-C24”, and “-C4EIT” not available with excitation.
*3 Analog output is not available with “-AL” units.
*4 CNi8A0x-AL or CNi16A0x-AL contains 1 alarm and 1 analog retransmission.
*5 “-SM” option not available on CNiS strain models.
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process 0.5 A SSR 0.5 A SSR —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process 0.5 A SSR Relay —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process 0.5 A SSR DC pulse —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process DC pulse 0.5 A SSR —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process DC pulse Relay —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process DC pulse DC pulse —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process Analog 0.5 A SSR —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process Analog Relay —
1
⁄32 DIN Temperature/process Analog DC pulse —
1
⁄8 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay —
1
⁄8 DIN Strain/process Relay Relay —
1
⁄8 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay Analog Output
1
⁄8 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay Compact Depth
1
⁄8 DIN Strain/process Relay Relay Compact Depth
1
⁄8 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay Dual Display
1
⁄8 DIN Strain/process Relay Relay Dual Display
1
⁄8 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay Dual Display
1
⁄8 DIN Strain/process Relay Relay Dual Display
1
⁄16 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay —
1
⁄16 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay Analog Output
1
⁄16 DIN Temperature/process Relay Relay Dual Display
1
⁄16 DIN Strain/process Relay Relay —
1
⁄16 DIN Strain/process Relay Relay Dual Display
Description
Limit alarm version (alarms only, no PID control)
Simplified menu (on/off control or alarms, no PID)
*3*4
*5
Ethernet with embedded Web server
Isolated RS232 and RS485/422, 300 to 19.2 Kb
Ethernet with embedded Web server + isolated RS485/422 hub for up to 31 devices
12 to 36 Vdc, 24 Vac; 20 to 36 Vdc for dual display, ethernet, or isolated analog output option
*2
*1
*2
Factory setup and configuration
Customized "CNiS" model for MIL-T-7990B nickel RTD input, 0 to 200°C (32 to 392°F)
Customized "CNiS" model for MIL-T-7990B nickel RTD input, -40 to 300°C (-40 to 572°F)
OPC server/driver software license
M
M-10

Common Specifications
(All
i/8, i/16, i/32 DIN)
Universal Temperature and
Process Input (DPi/CNi Models)
Accuracy @ 25°C: ±0.5°C temp nominal; 0.03%
Resolution: 1° /0.1°; 10 µV process
Temperature Stability:
RTD: 0.04°C/°C
TC @ 25°C (77°F): 0.05°C/°C
Cold Junction Compensation
Process: 50 ppm/°C
NMRR: 60 dB
CMRR: 120 dB
A/D Conversion: Dual slope
Reading Rate: 3 samples/s
Digital Filter: Programmable
Display: 4-digit 9-segment LED
10.2 mm (0.40"); i32, i16, i16D, i8DV
21 mm (0.83"); i8 10.2 mm (0.40") and
21 mm (0.83"); i8DH RED, GREEN,
and AMBER programmable colors
for process variable, setpoint and
temperature units
Input Types: Thermocouple, RTD,
analog voltage, analog current
Thermocouple Lead Resistance:
100 Ω max
Thermocouple Types (ITS 90):
J, K, T, E, R, S, B, C, N, L (J DIN)
RTD Input (ITS 68): 100/500/1000 Ω
Pt sensor, 2-, 3- or 4-wire; 0.00385 or
0.00392 curve
Voltage Input: 0 to 100 mV, 0 to 1V,
0 to 10 Vdc
Input Impedance: 10 MΩ for 100 mV
1 MΩ for 1 or 10 Vdc
Current Input: 0 to 20 mA (5 Ω load)
Configuration: Single-ended
Polarity: Unipolar
Step Response: 0.7 sec for 99.9%
Decimal Selection:
Temperature: None, 0.1
Process: None, 0.1, 0.01 or 0.001
Setpoint Adjustment:
-1999 to 9999 counts
Span Adjustment:
0.001 to 9999 counts
Offset Adjustment: -1999 to 9999
Excitation (Not Included with
Communication): 24 Vdc @ 25 mA
(not available for low-power option)
rdg ±0.03% range process
and strain
Universal Strain and Process
Input (DPiS/CNiS Models)
Accuracy: 0.03% reading
Resolution: 10/1µV
Temperature Stability: 50 ppm/°C
NMRR: 60 dB
CMRR: 120 dB
A/D Conversion: Dual slope
Reading Rate: 3 samples/s
Digital Filter: Programmable
Input Types: Analog voltage and current
Voltage Input: 0 to 100 mVdc,
-100 mVdc to 1 Vdc, 0 to 10 Vdc
Input Impedance: 10 M
Ω for 100 mV;
1 MΩ for 1V or 10 Vdc
Current Input: 0 to 20 mA (5 Ω load)
Linearization Points: Up to 10
Configuration: Single-ended
Polarity: Unipolar
Step Response: 0.7 sec for 99.9%
Decimal Selection: None, 0.1, 0.01
or 0.001
Setpoint Adjustment:
-1999 to 9999 counts
Span Adjustment: 0.001 to 9999 counts
Offset Adjustment: -1999 to 9999
Excitation (Optional In Place Of
Communication): 5 Vdc @ 40 mA;
10 Vdc @ 60 mA
Control
Action: Reverse (heat) or direct (cool)
Modes: Time and amplitude proportional
control; selectable manual or auto PID,
proportional, proportional with integral,
proportional with derivative and anti-reset
Windup, and on/off
Rate: 0 to 399.9 s
Reset: 0 to 3999 s
Cycle Time: 1 to 199 s; set to 0 for on/off
Gain: 0.5 to 100% of span; setpoints 1 or 2
Damping: 0000 to 0008
Soak: 00.00 to 99.59 (HH:MM), or OFF
Ramp to Setpoint:
00.00 to 99.59 (HH:MM), or OFF
Auto Tune: Operator initiated from
front panel
Control Output 1 and 2
Relay: 250 Vac or 30 Vdc @ 3 A (resistive
load); configurable for on/off, PID and ramp
and soak
Output 1: SPDT, can be configured as
alarm 1 output
Output 2: SPDT, can be configured as
alarm 2 output
SSR: 20 to 265 Vac @ 0.05 to 0.5 A
(resistive load); continuous
DC Pulse: Non-isolated; 10 Vdc @ 20 mA
Analog Output (Output 1 Only):
Non-isolated, proportional 0 to 10 Vdc or
0 to 20 mA; 500 Ω max
Output 3 Retransmission
Isolated Analog Voltage and Current
Current: 10 V max @ 20 mA output
Voltage: 20 mA max for 0 to 10 V output
Network and Communications
Ethernet: Standards compliance
IEEE 802.3 10 Base-T
Supported Protocols:
TCP/IP, ARP, HTTPGET
RS232/RS422/RS485: Selectable from
menu; both ASCII and MODBUS protocol
selectable from menu; programmable
300 to 19.2 Kb; complete programmable
setup capability; program to transmit
current display, alarm status, min/max,
actual measured input value and status
M-11
RS485: Addressable from 0 to 199
Connection: Screw terminals
Alarm 1 and 2 (Programmable)
Type: Same as output 1 and 2
Operation: High/low, above/below,
band, latch/unlatch, normally open/
normally closed and process/deviation;
front panel configurations
Analog Output (Programmable):
Non-isolated, retransmission 0 to 10 Vdc
or 0 to 20 mA, 500 Ω max (output 1 only);
accuracy is ± 1% of FS when following
conditions are satisfied: input is not scaled
below 1% of input FS, analog output is not
scaled below 3% of output FS
General
Power: 90 to 240 Vac ±10%, 50 to 400
*, 110 to 375 Vdc, equivalent voltage
Hz
Low Voltage Power Option: 24 Vac
12 to 36 Vdc for DPi/CNi/DPiS/CNiS;
20 to 36 Vdc for dual display, ethernet
and isolated analog output from qualified
safety approved source
**,
Isolation
Power to Input/Output: 2300 Vac
per 1 minute test
For Low Voltage Power Option:
1500 Vac per 1 minute test
Power to Relay/SSR Output:
2300 Vac per 1 minute test
Relay/SSR to Relay/SSR Output:
2300 Vac per 1 minute test
RS232/485 to Input/Output:
500 Vac per 1 minute test
Environmental Conditions:
All Models: 0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)
90% RH non-condensing
Dual Display Models:
0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F), 90% RH
non-condensing (for UL only)
Protection:
DPi/CNi/DPiS/CNiS32, i16, i16D, i8C:
NEMA 4X/Type 4 (IP65) front bezel
DPi/CNi8, CNi8DH, i8DV:
NEMA 1/Type 1 front bezel
Approvals: UL, C-UL, UKCA, CE per
EN61010- 1:2001, FM (temperature
units only)
Dimensions
i/8 Series: 48 H x 96 W x 127 mm D
(1.89 x 3.78 x 5")
i/16 Series: 48 H x 48 W x 127 mm D
(1.89 x 1.89 x 5")
i/32 Series: 25.4 H x 48 W x 127 mm D
(1.0 x 1.89 x 5")
Panel Cutout
i/8 Series: 45 H x 92 mm W
(1.772 x 3.622"),
i/16 Series: 45 mm (1.772") square,
1
⁄16 DIN
i/32 Series: 22.5 H x 45 mm W
(0.886 x 1.772"),
Weight
i/8 Series: 295 g (0.65 lb)
i/16 Series: 159 g (0.35 lb)
i/32 Series: 127 g (0.28 lb)
No CE compliance above 60 Hz.
*
** Units can be powered safely with 24 Vac
power, but no certification for CE/UL are claimed.
1
⁄8 DIN
1
⁄32 DIN