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MX16 Gas Control Panel

Description

The MX16 controller comes pre-configured from the factory to accept a 4-20mA signal from a suitable CH4 gas detector. The MX16 can provide a 24vDC supply to the gas detector.

Features

  • Single channel gas controller
  • Low Cost and Easy to Install
  • Integrated Relays
  • Easy to read large graphic and multi-language LCD back-lit display
  • Soft-touch Keys for Embedded Menus
  • RS485 Modbus comms for remote supervision

Applications

  • Monitoring build up of Methane in enclosed areas.
  • Gas Leaks in Boiler Rooms
  • Gas Releases in Battery Charging Areas
  • Water Water Treatment Plants
  • Petrochemical Industry
  • Laboratories

Specifications

General Specifications

Dimensions: 265 x 266 x 96mm
Ingress protection IP55
Cable entries:

 

 3 M16 cable glands, 4 to 8 mm² (8 to 11 AWG) outer diameter cable
2 M20 cable glands, 6 to 12 mm² (7 to 9 AWG) outer diameter cable
Display:

 

 LCD back-lit display + smart keys
Display in grayscale in case of fault
Bar graph with alarm threshold
Visual indicators: 6 LEDs, 5 LEDs for Detector Status Line, 1 LED fault indicator and 1 LED Power Condition
Buttons: 5 smart keys, 1 audible alarm accept/reset button
Digital Output: RS485 Modbus communication, proprietary protocol, 9600 Baud
Operating Environment: Temp: -20°C to +50°C, Humidity 5 – 95%RH
Power Supply: 100-240vAC 50-60 Hz (35W)
Consumption: 250 mA max (without captor)

Alarms

Per channel:
 4 alarm levels (A1, A2, A3, Overscale, Underscale) + 1 Fault
Programmable thresholds: Instantaneous or averaged values, falling alarms, manual or automatic acknowledgement
On-board relays:

 

 2 alarm relays
1 fault relay (non-configurable)
Dry contact relay
Dry Contact Relay, RCT, 250vAC, 5A
Digital output: RS485 Modbus RTU Comms

 

Configured for Gas Detector

Gas Detected: CH4 (Methane)
Range: 0-100% LEL
Power Supply:
 24vDC

 

Gas Detector Connection Diagram

MX16 4-20mA Detector Connection

Please ensure that local regulations are adhered to when installing detectors to the MX16 control panel, with suitable circuit breakers or barriers for the any hazardous area installation. The MX16 controller must be installed in a non-hazardous area.