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PDC Multi-Channel Controller

Key Features

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Up to 8 analog transmitters or up to 128 digital transmitters
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RS485 communication with digital transmitters
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Relay output modules
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Scrolling two line LCD display
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LED alarm indicators
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Completely field programmable
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Low, mid and high alarm setpoints
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Audible alarm with silence button
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Four wire daisychain wiring
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Eight onboard SPDT relays
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RoHS compliant circuit boards
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Optional BACnet® output module
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CSA & UL certified

Description
Specifications
Technical Library
Product Codes
Accessories

PDC multi-channel controller is a programmable analog or digital controllers designed to handle a large number of remote transmitters and perform a wide range of control functions. The micro-controller based circuit provides the user with an almost unlimited range of configuration possibilities including simple or complex zoning, changing alarm set points, time delays and relay addressing. The PDC controller can accept inputs from up to 8 analog transmitters or can handle up to 128 digital transmitters on a RS485 communication bus.

Functions that can be set include relay assignment, time delays on make or break, complex zoning, sensor types and ranges, alarm set points and much more. The controller has a two line backlit LCD display that actively scrolls through all programmed channels and displays the gas name, concentration and alarm status. The PDC features LED alarm indicators, audible alarm with silence button, and RoSH compliant circuit boards.

Use with any CETCI analog transmitters, AST or ATW series, or digital transmitters, DST series. Each PDC is pre-programmed at the factory, and is completely field adjustable using a boardmounted push button keypad.

APPLICATIONS

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Parking Garages
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Repair Shops
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Arenas
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Pools
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Food Processing Plants
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and many more

Sensors

Mechanical

PDC Standard Multi-Channel Controllers
Enclosure:	Rugged, locakable, powder painted 18 gauge steel
Weight:	4.2 kg (9.2 lb)
Size:	12.3" x 12.3" x 4.2" (311 mm x 311 mm x 106 mm)

PDC-W Watertight Multi-Channel Controllers
Enclosure:	Watertight Fibreglass
Weight:	4.2 kg (9.2 lb)
Size:	14.0" x 12.0" x 8.0" (356 mm x 305 mm x 203 mm)

Electrical

Power Requirement:	90 - 240 VAC, 47 - 63 Hz
Current Draws:	500 mA (controller only)
Outputs:	4 - 20 mA signals
Relay:	8 dry SPDT contact, 5 amps @ 240 V each
Wiring:	Analog: 3 wire shielded Digital: Daisychain only, shielded 2 wire, 14 gauge stranded power 2 wire, 18 gauge twisted pair network

Input / Output

User Interface

Environmental

Operating Temperature:	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 100°F)
Humidity:	10 - 95% RH non-condensing

Note: Measurements above are sensor dependant.

Certifications

	CSA Certified
	UL Certified

Drawings

Board & Wiring Drawing
PDC Analog Board & Wiring< Drawing PDC Analog Controller
PDC Digital Board & Wiring Drawing PDC Digital Controller

Display Drawing
PDC Exterior LCD Display Drawing PDC Exterior LCD Display
PDC Interior LCD Display Drawing PDC Interior LCD Display

Wiring Drawing
PDC System Wiring Drawing
PDC Wiring Outputs Drawing PDC Wiring Output Drawing

Layout Drawing
PDC System Layout Drawing PDC System

Metal Protective Guards
Large Metal Protective Guards Drawing Large Metal Protective Guard Drawing

Product Specifications

PDC Product Specifications

PDC Wiring Specifications

Engineering Specification Samples

Carbon Monoxide (CO) & Combustible Gas (e.g. Propane (C₃H₈))
PDC, DST-ECO & DST-SCB Carbon Monoxide (CO) & Propane (C3H8) for Digital Multichannel System PDC, DST-ECO & DST-SCB for Digital Multi-Channel Gas Detection System
PDC, DST-ECO & DST-SCB for Parking Garages

Carbon Monoxide (CO) & Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂)
PDC, AST-ECO & AST-END Carbon Monoxide (CO) & Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) for Analog Multichannel System PDC, AST-ECO & AST-END for Analog Multi-Channel System
PDC, DST-ECO & DST-END Carbon Monoxide (CO) & Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) for Freight Handling Areas PDC, DST-ECO & DST-END for Freight Handling Areas

Carbon Monoxide (CO), Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂) & Propane (C₃H₈)
PDC, DST-ECO, DST-END & DST-SCB for Digital Multi-Channel System

Ozone (O₃)
PDC-A08 & AST-EO3-W for Hydro Power Generation

Propane (C₃H₈)
PDC-A08 & AST-CCB-X for Tank Bunker & Gen Room

Miscellaneous Files

PDC Standard Multi-Channel Controllers

Analog, up to 2 inputs	PDC-A02
Analog, up to 8 inputs	PDC-A08
Digital, up to 8 inputs	PDC-D08
Digital, up to 16 inputs	PDC-D16
Digital, up to 24 inputs	PDC-D24
Digital, up to 32 inputs	PDC-D32
Digital, up to 64 inputs	PDC-D64
Digital, up to 96 inputs	PDC-D96
Digital, up to 128 inputs	PDC-D128

Standard Option

BACnet output module	BAC
Industrial horn, 103 dB, remote	H
Strobe light, 4	L
Relay module, 8 relays each, remote	RRM-8
Analog output module, 8 4-20 mA outputs each	RAO-8
Power supply, 24 V, remote	RPS-24V
CAN network bridge	CNB-2
Strobe & horn combo, remote	RSH-24

PDC-W Watertight Multi-Channel Controllers

Analog, up to 2 inputs	PDC-A02-W
Analog, up to 8 inputs	PDC-A08-W
Digital, up to 8 inputs	PDC-D08-W
Digital, up to 16 inputs	PDC-D16-W
Digital, up to 24 inputs	PDC-D24-W
Digital, up to 32 inputs	PDC-D32-W
Digital, up to 64 inputs	PDC-D64-W
Digital, up to 96 inputs	PDC-D96-W
Digital, up to 128 inputs	PDC-D128-W

Watertight Option

BACnet output module	BAC
Industrial horn, 103 dB, remote	H
Strobe light, 4	L
Relay module, 8 relays each, remote	RRM-8
Analog output module, 8 4-20 mA outputs each	RAO-8
Power supply, 24 V, remote	RPS-24V
CAN network bridge	CNB-2
Strobe & horn combo, remote	RSH-24

Metal Protective Guard

» 16 gauge, clear anodized metal protective guard
» Larger size for controllers & self-contained systems
» Smaller size for analog & digital transmitters

Calibration Kit

» Full selection of calibration gases from stock
» All required calibration accessories for field and shop calibration
» Full service and calibration shop for fixed gas detection instruments