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What is a Gefran?

GEFRAN Products Suppliers in Mumbai, India. GEFRAN, established in 1969 is an Italian company that leads in the industrial automation industry. It provides innovative solutions in temperature, pressure, and motion measurement and monitoring. Its sensor, control, drive, and complete automation systems are accurate and reliable.

Some of its key products include:

  • GEFRAN 600 Control Unit: This is one of the mainly used programmable controllers meant for applications like extrusion lines and ovens. PID control, self-tuning, and MODBUS communication are supported. It is available in:
    1. Basic Version: Up to three outputs.
    2. Expansible Version: Up to four outputs with extended functions.
    3. 1000 & 1200 Series: More precise and modular for big automation systems.
  • GEFRAN is famous for high-end dependable automation technology.

GEFRAN 600 Controller Overview:

The GEFREN 600 Controller is a versatile microprocessor-based unit that is commonly used in industrial applications such as an extrusion line, injection press for plastics, heat punches, rubber presses, packaging machines, food processing plants, die-casting plants, and ovens. Its function is meant to control temperature. It applies well with complex systems requiring accuracy, reliability, and automation.

Technical Data:

  • Inputs:
    1. 0.2% f.s. ± 1 digit.
    2. Sampling Time: 120 msec.
  • Thermocouple Inputs (TC):
    1. J: 0.1000°C / 32.1832°F
    2. K: 0.1300°C / 32.2372°F
    3. R: 0.1750°C / 32.3182°F
    4. S: 0.1750°C / 32.3182°F
    5. T: -200.400°C / -328.752°F
    6. B: 44.1800°C / 111.3272°F
    7. E: -100.750°C / -148.1382°F
    8. N: 0.1300°C / 32.2372°F
    9. L-GOST: 0.600°C / 32.1112°F
    10. U: -200.400°C / -328.752°F
    11. G: 0.2300°C / 32.4172°F
    12. D: 0.2300°C / 32.4172°F
    13. C: 0.2300°C / 32.4172°F
    14. (NI-Ni18Mo): 0.1100°C / 32.2012°F
    15. -1999.9999
  • Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD):
    1. /3 wires PT100: -200.850°C / -328.1562°F
    2. JPT100: -200.600°C / -328.1112°F
  • PTC and NTC Inputs:
    1. PTC: 990Ω, 25°C; -55.120°C / -67.248°F
    2. 1KΩ, 25°C; -10.70°C / 14.158°F
  • Faceplate Description (DC - Linear Inputs):
    1. Settable from: -1999.9999, 0.60mV / 12.60mV, 0.10V / 2.10V, 0.5V / 1.5V, 0.1V / 0.2.1V, 0.20mA / 4.20mA.
    2. Input Impedance:
      1. Ri > 1MΩ for 60mV, 1V
      2. Ri > 10KΩ for 5V, 10V
      3. Ri = 50Ω for 20mA
  • 32-segment custom linearisation can be inserted.
  • Auxiliary Input:
    1. Input for current transformer: 50mAac, 50/60Hz, Ri=10Ω
  • Digital Input:
    1. Ri = 4.7KΩ (24V, 5mA); insulation 1500V or no-voltage contact.
    2. Configurable functions: man/auto selection, local/remote, set/reset outputs, and alarm memory reset.
  • 4 configurable outputs:
    1. OUT1-OUT4: relay only
    2. OUT2: relay, logic, Triac, digital insulated
    3. OUT3: relay, logic, digital insulated, continuous or analog retransmission
    4. Relay: 5A at 250Vac/30Vdc, cos ϕ =1
    5. Logic: 24Vdc ±10% (10V min at 20mA)
    6. Digital Insulated: Optoinsulated MOS output, 1500Vrms equivalent to NO contact, Vmax 40Vac/Vdc, Imax 100mA, Load ON max 0.8Ω.
    7. Triac: 20.240Vac ±10%, 50/60Hz, 1A max, I2t = 128A²sec, Leakage current 1.5mA max at 200Vac.
    8. Continuous: 0.10V, Rload ≥ 250KΩ; 0/4.20mA, Rload ≤ 500Ω for heating/cooling control output only.
    9. Retransmission: 0.10V, Rload ≥ 250KΩ; 0/4.20mA, Rload ≤ 500Ω max resolution 12 bit.
  • Serial Line:
    1. Isolated 2/4 wires, RS422/485 interface (baud rates: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200).
    2. Protocol: GEFRAN CENCAL or MODBUS.
  • Power Supply:
    1. Standard: 100.240Vac ±10%
    2. On request: 11.27Vac/dc ±10%
    3. 50/60Hz, max. 10VA
    4. Internal fuse protection is not serviceable by the user.
  • Transmitter Power Supply:
    1. 24V ±10% non-stabilized, 30mA; 15V for transmitter, 30mA; short-circuit protection.
  • Ambient Conditions:
    1. Working Temperature Range: 0.50°C
    2. Storage Temperature Range: -20.70°C
    3. Humidity: 20.85% Ur non-condensing.
  • Weight:
    1. 160g in complete version.
  • With these technical parameters, it is evidenced that the GEFRAN 600 Controller has advanced capabilities as well as an area of application and limits of operation.

Main Features of the GEFRAN 600 Controller

  • Common Input: Programmable from the front panel for different types of signals, such as thermocouples and RTDs.
  • High Precision: Better than 0.2% precision over nominal conditions.
  • Control Outputs: Relay, logic, triac, continuous, and digital isolated outputs.
  • Programmable Alarms: Three completely programmable alarm functions.
  • Self-Diagnosis: Assures maximum reliability through self-diagnostic features.
  • Operator Interface: The operator interface is protected with a Lexan membrane with IP65 faceplate to provide dust and water protection.

Applications of GEFRAN 600 Controller

One of the most flexible GEFRAN 600 Controllers can be applied to most industries. Some other significant applications include the following:

  • Extrusion and Injection Molding- Maintains accurate temperature control in processing materials.
  • Food Processing- Determines the regulation of temperatures so that there is no contamination and food safety.
  • Cooling and Heating Systems- Maintains heating and cooling through controlled processes in different areas, such as ovens and dryers.
  • and Synthetic Fiber Production- Makes sure that products have constant quality control because of regulated temperatures.

Benefits of the GEFRAN 600 Controller

  • Input: An input of various universal inputs permits to establish numerous types of signals, thus providing it wide applicability
  • Customization: Alarms and control outputs as well as auto-tuning can be customized. This postulates that the controller can be made suitable for the specific needs of an industry.
  • Advance Control: The controller gives self-tuning capabilities, PID controls, and multiple setpoints among others. These features make it one of the most precise and efficient tools in process control.
  • Communication Compatibility: The controllers are easily integrated to supervisory control systems and PLCs as it support MODBUS RTU and GEFRAN CENCAL protocols.

User Interface and Ease of Use

The GEFRAN 600 Controller comes with an IP65-rated Lexan membrane that protects it against dust and water. The controller possesses four keys for operation, two LED displays for showing process variables and setpoints, and extra LEDs to illustrate the output and operational status.

Conclusion

GEFRAN 600 Controllers are the robust solutions for producing precise temperature and process control in any industry. Whether for packaging or food processing or any of its many applications, this controller is engineered to improve operational efficiency and productivity. The advanced features of the GEFRAN 600 Controller, flexibility, and reliability make it a great leader in industrial automation solutions.

For more details or for discussion regarding how the GEFRAN 600 Controller can suit your needs, contact Pushpa Automation today.