Product category:
Monitoring and sensor equipment and systems
News Release from: Banner Engineering | Subject: SureCross Wireless Network
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 22 August 2007
Wireless temperature sensing simplified
Analog thermocouple and RTD instrumentation nodes for the SureCross wireless network facilitate easy, rugged wireless temperature sensing for high repeatability and fast response time.
Banner Engineering has released analog thermocouple and RTD instrumentation nodes for Banner's SureCross Wireless Network The nodes are available in versions to support thermocouple/thermistor inputs and two-, three- and four-wire RTDs
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 29 May 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
Related stories
Compact ultrasonic sensors push-button programmed
Compact ultrasonic sensors feature an advanced microprocessor design, push-button programming and bright diagnostic status LEDs located directly on the sensor housing.
Lasers offered at under $155 for precise sensing
Retroreflective laser sensors, at less than $155.00, feature an extremely small, tightly collimated 4mm laser sensing beam for precise sensing at ranges up to 18m.
They facilitate easy, rugged wireless temperature sensing for high repeatability and fast response time, requiring no calibration by the user.
List price for a Gateway and Instrumentation Node pair is US$1,438.
The SureCross Thermocouple Node supports up to three thermocouple inputs, one thermistor input and two discrete (sinking) inputs.
Further reading
Large job lights guide assemblers on picking
Parts verification sensor features large bright green and red job lights that provide distinct visual cues to guide assemblers through a part picking sequence and warn of incorrect procedure. out-of-s
Sensors beam through dusty/mist-laden environments
High-power sensors provide maximum excess gain (burn-through) for accurate reliable sensing in applications with heavy fog, dust and industrial process contamination.
Laser sensors detect small objects reliably
Laser sensors feature a mechanically adjustable sensing cutoff point that allows them to reliably detect extremely small objects with relatively low reflectivity such as verifying punched holes.
It has two discrete (NMOS sinking) outputs.
Users can choose from 11 configurable thermocouple options, demonstrating an extensive temperature sensing range from -200 deg C to +2,320 deg C, depending on configuration.
The Node defaults to the J-type thermocouple, which senses temperatures ranging from -180 deg C to +750 deg C and offers a plug-and-play solution ideal for remote or difficult to access locations.
In addition, the Thermocouple Node uses integrated cold junction compensation to provide reliable temperature sensing suitable for a wide variety of applications.
The RTD Node supports up to four three-wire Pt100 (DIN .00385) RTDs and offers a temperature sensing range of -200 to 482 deg C.
Additional temperature sensing types are available.
This technology demonstrates high-performance temperature sensing with exceptional accuracy.
Nodes work in conjunction with a Gateway on the SureCross Wireless Network and are housed in a rugged IP67 housing.
Both 900MHz and 2.4GHz frequency communication models are available, providing advanced wireless temperature sensing capabilities from practically anywhere.
In addition, with Banner's innovative FlexPower capability, the Nodes can be powered by 10-30V or energy-saving 3.6-5.5V DC power, solar power, or Banner's exclusive 3.6V FlexPower battery module.
This novel battery module can provide power to the Node and temperature sensing device for years of continuous operation.
Senior application engineer, Banner Wireless Division, Chris Dales, said: "The SureCross Wireless Network was designed for industry to provide an integrated wireless solution with advanced monitoring and actuating capabilities.
With the new SureCross Thermocouple and RTD Nodes, robust, reliable temperature sensing is made simple".
He continued: "The Nodes are available in several configurations to deliver application-specific results without requiring custom calibration, and both models support global communication standards.
For tank farms, industrial plant operations and many more applications where success is dependent upon accurate temperature monitoring, SureCross Instrumentation Nodes provide a rugged, easy-to-apply solution".
** Applications - the SureCross Wireless Network uses a centralized Gateway system controller to monitor and/or control I/O in up to 15 Nodes, delivering superior sensing with high operational reliability and optimum security.
Thermocouple and RTD Nodes facilitate quick, accurate temperature sensing for a variety of challenging industrial applications, including the following.
* Motor temperature analysis for preventative maintenance operations.
* Remote temperature control of difficult-to-access equipment.
* Dairy bulk tank temperature monitoring.
* Barn temperature monitoring.
* Refrigerated storage system temperature management.
SureCross Thermocouple and RTD Nodes also offer several features that make them particularly easy to set up and use, as follows.
* Bidirectional Rx/Tx communication.
* No calibration necessary - integrated solution with plug-and-play connectivity.
* Robust, durable IP67/NEMA 6 housing.
* Available with internal or external antennas.
* Advanced power options including exclusive FlexPower battery module, line power or solar power.
* 900MHz and 2.4GHz systems for global applications.
* Ability to employ Nodes to monitor multiple systems at once.
** About Banner - Banner Engineering is the world's leading manufacturer of wireless networks, ultrasonic and photoelectric sensors, vision sensors, electronic machine guarding systems, fiber optic assemblies and precision measurement systems.
• Banner Engineering: contact details and other news
• Email this article to a colleague
• Register for the free Manufacturingtalk email newsletter
• Manufacturingtalk Home Page
Search the Pro-Talk network of sites
