Product Profile of Process Automation Controller
The ISO 9001 certified company Forbes Marshall offers Process Automation Controller. PAC 353 is a microprocessor based industrial controller designed for use in a broad range of process applications. The Process Automation Controller 353 can serve as a simple single loop controller or as a multi-loop controller with complete control and logic functions for a small unit batch or continuous process. The fieldbus and networking options of PAC 353 enable it to function as an integral element in a plant control / information system.
Features and Benefits of Process Automation Controller:
- Affords easy integration with and migration to existing systems
- Multiple loop capabilities for indication, control, logic, or sequencing accommodate comprehensive process control needs
- Scalable hardware provides lower entry costs, without limiting future needs
- Full configuration capability via front faceplate push-buttons allows quick field changes without requiring additional tools
- Ethernet networking option provides higher speed, peer-to-peer communications.
- RS485 MODBUS network connection allows multi-drop wiring for operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, or configuration from a system workstation
- Local Instrument Link [LIL] networking option provides integration with existing systems
- Front panel PC connection accommodates local configuration, monitoring, or troubleshooting using the graphical configuration software
- Removable Real Time Clock/Configuration Board [RTC/CB] option minimizes maintenance and complexity via a simple board replacement technique that stores a complete copy of the control strategy configuration
- Factory Configured Options [FCOs] facilitate fast configuration for common applications.
- Password protection provides individual security for various plant personnel
- LonWorks digital fieldbus provides flexible I/O expansion and reduced wiring costs for continuous and discrete variables
- Hardware designed to support emerging field bus technologies for both field and network connections ensures smooth plant integration.
- Graphical configuration program provides a choice of function block or ladder logic configuration
- Short case design allows mounting in 12 inches deep cabinets coated circuit boards ensure reliable operation and environmental integrity
