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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Watlow Temperature Controls ~ EZ-Zone


Watlow is standardizing on their EZ Zone controllers, the newest and very highly capable temperature / process controllers on the market. All the controllers share the same base chip/board so can talk to each other and are programmed in very similar fashion.



Watlow's temperature and process controllers offer easy-to-use, accurate and reliable solutions for applications requiring single and multiple loops of control.

Temperature and process controllers include one or more sensor inputs with open-loop break detection and multiple outputs for control and alarms. Various configurations offer auxiliary analog inputs, automatic tuning, TRU-TUNE®+ adaptive control, and ramp and soak profiling. Output options include analog process, switched DC and mechanical, solid state and no-arc hybrid relays. Other features include countdown timer, user-customizable menu, burst fire output control, failed heater/load detection and NEMA 4X (IP65, IP66).

EZ-ZONE controllers offer additional features and options including application blocks with timers and counters, on-board data logging, SENSOR GUARD backup to protect loads should a sensor fail, AUTO CLONE™ automatic configuration backup and restore, standard bus communications, wide ambient-temperature operating range, Class I, div 2 rating, SD card expandable memory, USB connectivity and free configuration software.

The EZ-ZONE® PM panel mount controller from Watlow®
offers control options to reduce system complexity and the
cost of thermal loop ownership. You can order the EZ-ZONE
PM as a PID controller, an over/under limit controller or these
functions can be combined into an integrated controller. You
also have the option to integrate a high amperage power
controller output with a high-performance PID controller and
an over/under limit controller in one space-saving, panel
mount package. A number of communication options are
available to support your connectivity needs.
Because the EZ-ZONE PM controller is highly scalable, you
only pay for what you need. This controller is available in 1⁄32,
1⁄16, 1⁄8 and 1⁄4 DIN panel mount packages. If you are looking for
a PID controller, an over/under limit controller or an
integrated controller, the EZ-ZONE PM will make your
life easier.

The Watlow EZ-Zone PM express panel mount controller is an industry leading PID controller tht allows for optimal performance utilizing simple contol and menu functionalitywithout complex features. The EZ-Zone PM express is ideally suited for basic applications and usage levels.

The Watlow EZ-Zone PM express is the next generation of controllers leveraging the strong legacy of Watlow's Series 93, series 935 and series SD controllers where easy to use features are needed for basic applications. It includes one universal input and the option for up to two outputs and is available in 1/32 or 1/16 DIN panel mount packages.

The EZ-ZONE® RM controller family offers products that
simplify thermal system management. The EZ-ZONE RM
family is comprised of six module types: an integrated on
or off PID control, monitoring and over/under temperature
limit module, a high-density on or off PID control module,
a high-density limit only module, an input/output (I/O)
expansion module, a high-density monitor/scanner module
and a data logging and field communications access
module. A system is configured by connecting any
combination of module types to address specific application
needs. The EZ-ZONE RM is extremely flexible and scalable
allowing you to mix and match I/O to configure 1 to 152
control loops and up to 256 monitor points.



Please visit our Watlow Web site.

or call 216-360-9800

Sunday, February 21, 2010

Penberthy Sight Flows and windows for visual indication


Penberthy offers one of the industry’s most complete lines of sight flow indicators and sight windows with our FLUIDVISION™ product line. They include ANSI, Teflon®/Tefzel® lined, FM approved dual-window, armored, full-view, threaded window and low-flow gaseous models. All popular sizes and materials of construction available, with flanged, threaded and special connections, as well as rotator, flapper, drip-tube or plain indicator styles. Also includes threaded, oblong and conventional sight windows.


Models
SF Plain NPT Sight Flow Indicator
SFF NPT SFI (Flapper)
SFR NPT SFI (Rotator)
SFD NPT SFI (Drip Tube)
SFG NPT SFI (Gaseous)
SF-F Plain Flanged Sight Flow Indicator
SFF-F Flanged SFI (Flapper)
SFR-F Flanged SFI (Rotator)
SFD-F Flanged SFI (Drip Tube)
SFG-F Flanged SFI (Gaseous)
SFB Plain Ball Type SFI
SFB-F Flanged Ball Type SFI

Powerful flow streams are mastered by heavy-duty construction.
Available in flanged models only, these Sight Flow Indicators meet tough ANSI standards for 300# and 600# requirements. Made from single-piece, cast-construction bodies, these SFIs are available with all five styles of Penberthy indication.

Models 300#
SM-F Plain Flanged Sight Flow Indicator
SMF-F Flanged SFI (Flapper)
SMR-F Flanged SFI (Rotator)
SMD-F Flanged SFI (Drip Tube)
SMG-F Flanged SFI (Gaseous)
SFB Plain Ball Type SFISFB
SFB-F Flanged Ball Type SFISFB-F

Dual-Window Sight Flow Indicators provide two glass discs on each side, so that if either glass should fail for any reason, the other window can temporarily withstand pressures until the unit can be repaired or replaced. Dual-Window Sight Flow Indicators and Factory Mutual System Approved Dual-Window Sight Flow Indicators are available in 150# NPT Models and 150# and 300# Flanged Models. FM-Approved 150# units are rated for 150 psig. FM-Approved 300# units are rated for 300 psig.

Models
150# NPT Dual-Window

DWFPlain Dual-Window NPT SFI
DWFFDual-Window NPT SFI (Flapper)
DWFRDual-Window NPT SFI (Rotator)
DWFDDual-Window NPT SFI (Drip Tube)
DWFGDual-Window NPT SFI (Gaseous)

Dual windows are comprised of two glass discs held in position by a metallic housing, internal shims and gaskets (pictured above).

The double, tempered glass window design provides added protection in applications where there is:

External mechanical impact - if the outer glass is cracked or shattered, the inner glass can temporarily continue in service until the unit can be repaired or replaced.

Abnormal compressive forces - in maintenance or replacement situations, the housing assists in alignment of the glass and can absorb uneven or excessive compression.

Thermal shock - in high temperature applications the inner and outer glass protect one another from an extreme thermal gradient. The air pocket between the glass provides an insulative effect.

Corrosion/erosion - if the inner glass is weakened and it breaks, the outer glass can temporarily contain the fluid, withstand the pressure, and continue in service until the unit can be repaired or replaced.

Full-View Sight Flow Indicators provide maximum, 360° viewing of fluid dynamics.
Available in NPT threaded-end and flanged designs, these Sight Flow Indicators are designed to enhance the visibility of process media as it passes through the glass cylinder. Full 360° viewing area expands the number of positions and locations in which the unit can be mounted for full visibility.

SNVPlain NPT FV Sight Flow Indicator
SNVDNPT FV SFI (Drip Tube)
SNLPlain Large Cylinder FV SFI
SNV-FPlain Flanged FV Sight Flow Indicator
SNVD-FFlanged FV SFI (Drip Tube)

The Full-View Sight Flow Indicators are recommended for low-pressure applications where maximum visibility is needed. In addition to standard length models, Penberthy offers customized lengths up to 48", in 1/8" increments.

Full-View Sight Flow Indicators are unique because the "character" of the liquid can be viewed. In other words, a typical sight flow allows observation of liquids through a glass pane. The Full-View sight flow allows observation of liquids in transit through a more dynamic, 3-dimensional pipeline. Designing the Full-View to match the pipe diameter streamlines the liquid flow through the sight flow and helps avoid solids settling.

Units are best suited for vertical applications. Horizontal mounting is acceptable if there is no mechanical strain imposed on the glass cylinder. Flange mounting studs are provided with SNV-F and SNVD-F flanged models for convenient flange-to-flange connections. Providing customized studs reduces the possibility of damaging the glass or flange by selecting an inappropriate bolt size or torquing the Full-View Sight Flow Indicator beyond its proper limit. To enhance quality and performance, the Full-View Sight Flow Indicator uses ductile iron rather than gray iron as the standard material of construction.

Please visit Anderson-Bolds for more information and to purchase Penberthy products.

Saturday, June 6, 2009

Watlow Power Controls

Anderson-Bolds sells Watlow Power Controls.

Watlow solid state power controllers complement the rapid switching required by PID temperature controls and help deliver optimum system performance and service life. Available in 1-phase and 3-phase/2-leg and 3-leg configuration, Watlow power controllers meet most industrial heating applications. Random, zero cross or phase angle fire options allow for a variety of applications.






















DIN-A-MITE® SCR

The DIN-A-MITE family is the ideal solid state replacement for mercury displacement relays (MDRs) in an easy-to-install, compact, touch-safe package. The solid state power controllers provides SCR control, heatsink, wiring and touch-safe exterior in one package. By designing the DIN-A-MITE as a total power controller unit, the need to prep wires for terminals, locate the right heatsink and determine adequate terminations is eliminated. It's a complete package you can install easily with CONTROL CONFIDENCE®.

Four DIN-A-MITE styles meet most power controller needs with ratings from 18 to 100 amps with voltages from 24 to 600V~(ac). The four models match load requirements with 1-phase, 3-phase/2-leg and 3-phase/3-leg switching. The controllers also provide a convenient DIN-rail and sub-panel mount package.

ControllersAmpsConfigurationsFiring Options
DIN-A-MITE AUp to 25 ampsSingle-PhaseContactor or Burst Fire
DIN-A-MITE BUp to 40 ampsSingle- & Three-PhaseContactor or Burst Fire
DIN-A-MITE CUp to 80 ampsSingle- & Three-PhaseContactor, Bust, Phase
DIN-A-MITE DUp to 100 ampsSingle-PhaseContactor or Burst Fire

Applications

  • Semiconductor processing
  • Plastics processing
  • Heat treating
  • Drying ovens
  • Foodservice equipment
  • Petroleum/chemical
  • Lighting equipment
  • Glass processing
  • Furnace/oven
POWER SERIES Microprocessor-based SCR
  • Ratings from 65 to 250 amperes
  • Offers extensive system and heater diagnostics features and agency approvals

For over thirty years Watlow® has been manufacturing solid state power controllers. Watlow's new POWER SERIES represents the latest in SCR power controller technology. This microprocessor-based product offers features and application flexibility unmatched by any other SCR power controller on the market today.

Capabilities include single-phase and three-phase models from 65 to 250 amps. Field configurable phase angle or zero-cross firing improves application flexibility on site where you need it. 50/60Hz independent operation means you can operate almost everywhere in the world without special calibration considerations. Serial communications utilizing Modbus® protocol allow for remote control setup, and monitoring of load status from a nearby computer station or control room.

On-board semiconductor fusing improves reliability by protecting the SCRs from heater short circuits. Plus, on-board heater bakeout and control diagnostics can help eliminate initial start up problems. All this in a touch-safe package that can be quickly and easily mounted in your control cabinet.

FeaturesBenefits
Microprocessor-based technology
  • Extremely versatile, field configurable
Snap-fit on a pre-mounted plate
  • Easy installation
Models 65 through 250 amp ratings
  • Handles a wide range of loads
Adjustable soft start
  • Application flexibility
Heater and control diagnostics capabilities
  • Monitor actual heater and control performance
Electrically touch-safe package
  • Increased safety for installer and users
Serial communications with Modbus® RTU protocol
  • Computer control and/or monitoring
Multi-zone capability
  • Increased application flexibility, reduced panel space

Applications

  • Semiconductor processing
  • Plastics processing
  • Heat treating
  • Drying ovens
  • Food processing
  • Petroleum/chemical
  • Lighting equipment
  • Furnace/oven
  • CSA, VDE and UL® recognized contactor
  • Ratings from 18 to 50 amperes single phase
  • Single solid state relays from 10 to 75 amperes

The new SERIES CZR solid state contactor from Watlow®provides a low-cost, highly compact and versatile solid state option for controlling electric heat. With DIN-rail and back panel mounting standard on every controllers, the CZR allows for simple and quick installation.

The extensive capabilities of the SERIES CZR include single-phase, 24 to 50 amp zero-cross and random switching up to 600V~ (see output rating curve). The unique integrated design removes the guesswork associated with selecting a proper heat sink and precise terminations for the application.

This controller holds many agency approvals and is ideal for applications that require UL®, CSA and CE approvals. SERIES CZR contactors are available inVac/dc (ac/dc) input contactor versions. All configurations are model number dependent and factory selectable.

The SERIES CZR is reliably backed by a two-year warranty from Watlow.

FeaturesBenefits
DIN-rail or standard panel mount
  • Versatile, quick and low-cost installation
Compact size
  • Reduces panel space; less cost
Touch-safe terminals
  • Increases safety for installer and operator
Mercury free
  • Environmentally safe
Faster switching with solid state
  • Saves energy and extends heater life
UL® 508 recognized, CSA LR700195 certified and CE 60950, VDE 0805 applied for
  • Applications requiring agency approval
Back-to-back SCR design
  • Rugged design

Applications

  • Semiconductor processing
  • Plastics processing
  • Heat treating
  • Drying ovens
  • Food processing
  • Petroleum/chemical
  • Lighting equipment
  • Furnace/oven
When it comes to power control, Watlow can provide the right controller built with quality in the USA.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Watlow Electric Heating

Anderson-Bolds is an authorized Watlow Distributor and channel partner.


Watlow is the largest custom designer and manufacturer of industrial electric heaters, sensors, controllers and software; with offices and manufacturing facilities around the world.
Watlow brings its thermal expertise to numerous applications, including semiconductor, analytical instrumentation, medical equipment, plastics processing, foodservice equipment, packaging, aerospace and others.


Watlow manufactures a myriad of types of heaters. Included in the Watlow mix are:



Advanced Ceramic Heaters

When you need a lot of power in a small package, the ULTRAMIC® 600 puts the performance of advanced ceramics to work for you. Constructed of aluminum nitride (AlN), the ULTRAMIC 600 can operate up to 600°C (1112°F) and deliver ultra-fast ramping of up to 150°C (270°F) per second for rapid thermal cycling applications.

Band & Nozzle Heaters

Led by the high performance MI (mineral insulated) Band heater, the patented, flexible THINBAND® heater and the standard mica band heater for specialized constructions, Watlow's band and nozzle heaters are ideal for every type of plastics processing equipment.

Cartridge Heaters

The Watlow FIREROD® heater enters its 50th year of industry leading expertise as the premier choice in swaged cartridge heating. With premium materials and tight manufacturing controls, the FIREROD heater continues to provide superior heat transfer, uniform temperatures and resistance to oxidation and corrosion even at high temperatures.
FIREROD offers many delivery programs to meet your needs: same day shipment, Ship-to-Stock or Just-in-Time. And our experience in customized engineering is reflected in over 250,000 FIREROD cartridge heater designs. Stock or made-to-order, the Watlow FIREROD delivers heat in a hurry.

Cast-in Heaters

When Watlow creates a custom-engineered cast-in product, the result is more than just a heater. It's a "heated part" that becomes a functional component of your equipment, designed in the exact shape and size you need. The IFC heated part consists of a Watlow heater element built into custom metal shapes designed specifically for your application.

Ceramic Fiber Heaters

Ceramic fiber heaters integrate a high temperature iron-chrome-aluminum (ICA) heating element wire with ceramic fiber insulation. Numerous stock, standard and/or custom shapes can be provided, achieving the "heated insulation" concept for your high temperature, non-contact applications. The ceramic fiber insulation isolates the high temperatures inside the heated chamber from the outside. The heaters are low mass, fast heating, with high insulation values and self-supported heating elements that offer some of the highest temperature heating capabilities within the Watlow family of heater designs.

Circulation & Process Heaters

Watlow's circulation heaters are compact heating solutions for fluids such as purified and inert gases, supercritical fluids and liquids like de-ionized water for use in semiconductor and electronics industries as well as for general liquid and gas heating applications.
Watlow's industrial process heater lines of immersion, circulation and duct heaters are used to heat a myriad of high and low viscosity fluids ranging form de-ionized and process water, oils, solvents, rinse agents, caustic solutions, etc. to process gases like air, nitrogen, purified and inert gases as well.

Coil & Cable Heaters

The versatile Watlow cable heater can be formed into a variety of shapes as dictated by its many applications. These small diameter, high performance units are fully annealed and readily bent to your desired configuration.

Flexible Heaters

Flexible heaters from Watlow are just what the name implies: thin, bendable and shaped to fit your equipment. You can use your imagination to apply heat to the most complex shapes geometries conceivable without sacrificing efficiency or dependability.
Click here to find out more about Watlow's syringe heaters. You can also view a short animated presentation demonstrating a syringe heater application.

Multicell Heaters

The multicell heater from Watlow offers independent zone control for precise temperature uniformity, loose fit design for easy insertion in and removal from the equipment and extreme process temperature capability. The heaters are available with up to eight independently controllable zones and one to three internal thermowells for removable sensors. Custom assemblies are available

Nozzle/Slip-on Heaters

Watlow offers a full line of hot runner nozzle heaters for the plastics industry as well as slip-on heaters for the medical and analytical industries. While every heater has a unique set of capabilities, each nozzle heater is designed to meet specific application requirements. Whether you require high performance, high temperature or high watt density Watlow has the heater to best fit your application. Watlow's family of nozzle/slip-on heaters include, THERMASLEEVE™ nozzle, MI nozzle, syringe, thick film cylindrical, mica nozzle, coiled nozzle, mini-coil nozzle and metric mini K-RING® nozzle heaters

The THERMASLEEVE nozzle heater is a low profile, high-performance electric heater with rapid thermal response that allows the heat to be created precisely where it is needed. The patented manufacturing technology features a computer-controlled laser cutting technique that precisely generates the power distribution pattern. The heater is designed to have intimate contact with the surface of the nozzle, which optimizes heat transfer. This intimate contact combined with lower heater mass contributes to rapid thermal response to and from the nozzle tip. This helps reduce cycle times and ensures high quality final parts.

Polymer Heaters

For the latest in heating technology from Watlow, specify a heated plastic part in your next product. Watlow's heated plastic parts combine resistive heating elements with thermoplastic compounds to create a heated assembly. Watlow utilizes standard compression molding techniques to produce heated plastic parts that are durable, safe and cost-effective

Radiant Heaters

With Watlow's diverse RAYMAX® radiant heater line, we have a solution for almost any application requiring radiant heat. Our capabilities cover a wide range of needs, from contamination-resistant panel heaters to fast-responding quartz tubes to rugged tubular elements and high temperature ceramic panels.
Applying radiant heaters can be complicated. Watlow's engineering staff has the level of training required to help you meet your application requirements, providing a high degree of technical support such as conducting testing for your application at our facility, calculating your watt density and temperature requirements, and recommending system components such as sensors and controllers. With our experience in a wide range of industries, chances are Watlow has already helped someone handle a radiant heating application like yours.

Strip Heaters

Watlow's mica and 375 strip heaters are the versatile solution for a number of applications. They can be bolted or clamped to a solid surface for freeze and moisture protection, food warming and other applications. The 375 finned strip heaters are commonly used for air heating, drying ovens and space heaters

Thick Film Heaters

Watlow layers thick film resistor and dielectric materials on quartz and stainless steel to produce high performance industrial heaters. The thick film heaters provide very fast temperature response and uniformity on a low-profile heater. Thick film heaters are ideal for applications where space is limited, where conventional heaters can't be used, when heat output needs vary across the surface, or in ultra-clean or aggressive chemical applications.

Tubular Heaters

Watlow's WATROD tubular heater elements and flat FIREBAR elements are designed primarily for direct immersion in liquids such as water, oils, solvents and process solutions, molten materials as well as air and gases. By generating all the heat within the liquid or process, these heaters are virtually 100 percent energy efficient. These versatile heaters can also be formed and shaped into various geometries for radiant heating and contact surface heating applications. UL® and CSA component recognized elements available.


Watlow also manufactures their own sensors and controls. The new line of EZ-Zone heaters is state of the art. The Watlow sensor plant can deliver custom sensors within a week or less.





Examples of Watlow controllers are :

Integrated Controllers

Watlow has released four revolutionary integrated controller products: the EZ-ZONE® PM panel mount controller, the EZ-ZONE ST integrated control loop, the EZ-ZONE RM multi-loop integrated controller and the EHG SL10 process controller and safety limit. All of these modular products combine multiple functions into one integrated control system leading to:
Fewer components
Fewer aggravations
These products give you the ability to utilize just one component. These products' advanced designs give you the ability to add or subtract modulars as your requirements change.

Single-Loop PID Controllers

All Watlow single-loop auto-tuning temperature and time/temperature profiling controllers are available in 1/32, 1/16, 1/8 and 1/4 DIN sizes. Agency-approved Watlow single-loop, auto-tuning temperature controllers automatically set PID control parameters for optimum system performance. Manual settings also permit on-off, P, PI or PID control modes.
Watlow's time/temperature profiling (ramping) controllers set new standards of performance. All are available with a broad range of industry standard I/O and communication options.
All Watlow single-loop controllers are designed and manufactured to withstand harsh industrial environments and come with a three-year warranty for CONTROL CONFIDENCE®. These single-loop PID controllers are complete with auto-tune for easy setup and both compatible for environmental chamber and semiconductor manufacturing applications.


Multi-Loop PID Controllers

All Watlow® multi-loop time/temperature controllers offer auto-tuning which automatically sets PID control parameter for optimum system performance. Watlow’s multi-loop controllers feature manual settings permitting on-off, P, PI or PID control modes.
With up to 32 control loops, Watlow PID controllers deliver the options and performance demanded by complex process applications. Each time/temperature controller offers a wide range of I/O options with exceptional accuracy. Inputs can be multiple and mixed, including thermocouple, RTD and process. Multiple job/recipe storage makes batch setups fast. Versatile alarms, serial communications and remote operation or data logging round out the features.
These Watlow multi-loop controllers are designed and manufactured to withstand harsh industrial environments, and come with a three-year warranty for CONTROL CONFIDENCE®.

Limits/Alarms

Watlow® single- and multi-loop limits/alarm controllers provide a low-cost solution for single- and multi-channel, redundant temperature monitoring. These limits and alarms can continuously monitor thermocouples, RTDs or thermal switches. Agency approved performance in safety limit applications, including UL®, CSA, A.G.A. and FM (on some models). All are available with industry standard I/O options. All Watlow limit/alarm controllers are designed and manufactured to withstand harsh industrial environments, and come with a three-year warranty for CONTROL CONFIDENCE®.


Power Switching Controllers

Watlow solid state power controllers complement the rapid switching required by PID temperature controls and help deliver optimum system performance and service life. Available in 1-phase and 3-phase/2-leg and 3-leg configuration, Watlow power controllers meet most industrial heating applications. Random, zero cross or phase angle fire options allow for a variety of applications.


Thermocouples

Watlow provides more than 80 years of manufacturing, research and quality for your temperature sensing needs. A tremendous stock of general application, mineral insulated, base and noble metal thermocouples are available.
Hundreds of thermocouples are available as part of our Rapid Ship sensor program. These sensors are shipped directly to you in one or two days.
Watlow also has three new surface temperature sensors. The MICROCOIL™, radio frequency thermocouple probe and true surface thermocouples all incorporate isothermal physical principles to achieve superior surface temperature measurement. The isothermal design provides accurate sensing because the areas of the temperature sensor that are exposed to normal process variances are positioned outside the thermal gradient.


RTDs and Thermistors

Watlow's platinum resistance elements are specially designed to ensure precise and repeatable temperature versus resistance measurements. The sensors are made with controlled purity platinum wire and high purity ceramic components. They are constructed in a unique, strain-free manner.
Several RTD styles are available in the recently revamped Rapid Ship sensors program. These sensors are delivered straight to you in one to two days.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Anderson-Bolds ~ Since 1934

Anderson-Bolds has been in the heating and control business since 1934. Mr. A Anderson and Mr. E Bolds joined forces and combined lines to form the firm. The main product line was Chromalox electric heat and soon followed by ASCO solenoid vales and Fenwal Temperature Controls in 1939.

Throughout the years our goal has been to provide engineering help to our customers whether they are OEM's industrial users or other distributors. We are capable of sizing heaters or drives, providing layouts for snow melting or suggesting automation ideas with our industrial computers or HMI's.

Anderson-Bolds' sales engineers can figure wattage requirements for any heating job, process or comfort or can figure flow and or Cv for valves, solenoid valves, control valves or jet pumps. We are here to help with your problem applications to provide the correct product for the job.

Some of our product lines today are Watlow Heaters, Q'Mark Heaters, Toshiba, Fenwal, Parker Valves, Robertshaw Industrial, Meltric, Penberthy, Automatic Timing and Controls, Barksdale, Carlo Gavazzi, Jefferson Valves, Tapeswitch,  Air King Fans and Danfoss.