DIAGNOSTIC CONTROLLER

IDC24-AF

Val Controls intelligent diagnostic controller in a flameproof enclosure

Advanced Valve Diagnostics Controller i a flame- and explosion proof enclosure

The standard configuration of the IDC24-AF is designed to be able to handle all tasks a diagnostic controller could be used for. Furthermore it is equipped with an extension interface which makes it possible to add extra hardware functionality on customer request.

The Flame and explosion proof enclosure made in stainless steel extra-low carbon with an exceptional resistance corrosion against sulfuric, hydrochloric, acetic, formic, and tartaric acids; as well as against acid sulfates and alkaline chlorides.

Sales contact for product enquiry or custom solutions

sales@valcontrols.com

Tel. +45 7547 0600

 

SPECIFICATIONS

DOCUMENTATION

Manuals, certificates etc.

BROCHURE

Product overview, technical etc.

Valve control - standard functions

• PST - Partial Stroke Testing

• FST - Full Stroke Testing

• SOT - Solenoid Valve Testing

• Online Valve Monitoring

• Hydraulic Power Unit Control

• SIL 1-4 approved with 3rd party certificate

 

Electrical connections

Power supply                  

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24VDC - device power consumption <2W

Digital output (SOV, LEDs etc.)

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6 x 24VDC (48W @ 24VDC)

Position sensor

                     

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4-20mA - 2-wire
4-20mA - 4-wire

Digital input

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4 x wet input

Transmitter loop

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4-20mA

Communication options

4-20mA Control loop with HART v.7

Modbus RTU - RS485

Foundation Fieldbus H1

Control and configuration software

Configuration

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ValConnect

Control and monitoring

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Val Controls Diagnostics Centre (VCDC)

Display

The display is a four lined graphical display with backlight feature and adjustable contrast.

On the display you can see the status of the valve system, check position & pressure, start tests and perform diagnostics.

 

Indication LEDs

The LED indicators can display various messages;

• Valve open or closed

• Valve movement in progress

• ESD active

• MTControl locked or unlocked

• Local control mode enabled

• If the pump active

USB connection

The USB connection can be used to connect the IDC24 to a PC with ValConnect installed. ValConnect can be used to configure and control the IDC24 from the PC.

To learn more about ValConnect click here.

MTControl

The MTControl eliminates the need to open the units Ex D enclosure to operate the push buttons. The magnetic sensors placed below the push buttons, will detect magnetic signals from the MTControl pen provided by Val Controls.

To learn more about MTControl click here.

 

Description

The IDC24-AF (Advanced Flameproof) enclosure option with the possibility to add a local control panel with optional push buttons.

Specifications

Dimensions (lxwxh)

Weight

Ingress protection

Temperature range

Enclosure material

Glands

                     

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337x200x160mm

7 kg

IP66

-40° - +60°

SS316L

8 x M20

Ex specifications

ATEX

 

II 2 G Ex deb IIC T4/T5/T6
II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T120°C/T100°C/85°C Db
-40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60°C/55°C/40°C

IECEx

II 2 G Ex deb IIC T4/T5/T6
II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T120°C/T100°C/85°C Db
-40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60°C/55°C/40°C

UKCA

II 2 G Ex deb IIC T4/T5/T6
II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T120°C/T100°C/85°C Db
-40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +60°C/55°C/40°C

Custom options

In close cooperation with our sales & engineering team we can provide you a custom solution that meets the exact requirements for your project. Val Controls works directly with end-users, contractors, OEMs and suppliers of SIS and DCS to ensure we deliver the best possible product.

Our custom options for the Diagnostics Controller are typically various local control panels, custom software solutions, pressure sensor or bespoke enclosures.

Please don't hesitate to contact our sales team if you have an enquiry regarding a custom solution:

 

Contact us >

Image: IDC24-AF custom with pressure sensor and local control panel

IDC24 CASE STUDIES

HIPPS system with Partial Stroke Testing

Solenoid Operated Valve (SOV) Testing

Replacement of Smart Valve Monitoring (SVM) Unit