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The ASPYRE® AT is a family of flexible, compact and scalable smart SCR power controllers. It features multiple advanced firing and control mode algorithms combined with sophisticated diagnostics. The ASPYRE AT integrates easily with EZ-ZONE® RM, PM PLUS® and RMA PLUS™ controllers as part of a Watlow® ecosystem solution. |
Features and Benefits |
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Key component of a Watlow ecosystem solution |
- Integrates with EZ-ZONE® RM, RMA PLUS™ and PM PLUS® controllers for a complete solution including Modbus® TCP,EtherNet/IP™, or EtherCAT® communication
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- Eliminates discrete wiring between temperature controllers and power controllers for each heater through the highspeed backplane interface with Watlow controllers
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- Enables data collection and diagnostics from the power controllers
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- Customizes for your application with programmable function blocks including logic, math, compare and more
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High accuracy current and voltage measurement |
- Characterizes process performance
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- Supports comparing (fingerprinting) equipment operation
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Integrated, scalable solution |
- Allows connection from the temperature control system at one point communicating with up to 16 power controllers
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- Offers greater than 60% reduction in wiring footprint and costs compared to other multi-zone systems
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- Eliminates need for current transformer and associated wiring with integrated current measurement
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Industry-leading design and serviceability |
- Offers a robust SCR design to meet a rugged industrial environment’s high quality and reliability needs
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- Enables fast troubleshooting by providing helpful thermal system diagnostics
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100KA short circuit current rating (SCCR) |
- Enables greater protection in the event of a short circuit
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c-UL® 508 Listed |
- Shortens project schedules, agency testing and expenses
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Closed-loop control on: Voltage, current or power |
- Compensates for line voltage variations and thermal component tolerances (e.g. heater wattage, insulation variation, etc.)
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Load firing modes: Zero-cross, burst fire, phase angle, soft start |
- Handles a wide range of load types
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- Protects and extends the life of connected loads
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Open heater and shorted SCR indication |
- Minimizes production downtime with easy to understand, intelligent, troubleshooting diagnostics
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Integrated USB for configuration |
- Easily and safely program configuration settings with electronics powered through USB connection
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- Eliminates a user from having to work in a high voltage, hazardous environment. High voltage to controller or system panel can be turned off while setting controller configuration
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Heater bakeout |
- Protects heater on startup
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- Eliminates labor and time associated with checking for wet heaters
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Cooling options |
- Integrates DIN-rail mountable heat sink option for simplifying implementation
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- Offers base plate option for flexibility in removing heat from the electrical box
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