The Temperature Control Trainer, Prozessi PX 14, is a tabletop setup for studying temperature control principles. It includes a heating tank with SSR controlled heater, RTD temperature sensor, rotameter, and a digital indicating controller with Ethernet communication. The Temperature Control Trainer supports ON-OFF, PID, and auto tuning studies along with SCADA based monitoring. All components are mounted on a compact support frame for tabletop use.

| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | Temperature control trainer |
| Product code | Prozessi PX 14 |
| Type of Control | SCADA |
| Control Unit | Digital indicating controller with Ethernet communication |
| Temperature Sensor | Type RTD, PT100 |
| Heating Control | Proportional power controller (SSR), Input 4 to 20 mA, Capacity 20 A |
| Heater | Type Electrical 2 coil, Capacity 3 KW |
| Rotameter | 6 to 60 LPH, Make Eureka |
| Process Tank | SS304, Capacity 0.5 lit, insulated |
| Overall Dimensions | 550W x 475D x 520H mm |
| Support Table | 800W x 800D x 750H mm |
Control Unit
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Digital indicating controller with Ethernet communication |
| Model | Prozessi PX 14 |
Temperature Sensor
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | RTD, PT100 |
Heating Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Proportional power controller (SSR) |
| Input | 4 to 20 mA |
| Capacity | 20 A |
Heater
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Electrical, 2 coil |
| Capacity | 3 KW |
Rotameter
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Range | 6 to 60 LPH |
| Make | Eureka |
Process Tank
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | SS304 |
| Capacity | 0.5 lit |
| Construction | Insulated |
Key Features
Experiments
Construction and Design
The Temperature Control Trainer, Prozessi PX 14, is built around a heating tank fitted with an SSR controlled heater. The temperature sensor, rotameter, and digital indicating controller are mounted along with the necessary piping and fittings on a support frame. The frame is designed for tabletop mounting. This construction supports the Temperature Control Trainer in both manual and SCADA controlled modes.
Software
Specially developed SCADA software is provided which helps in learning the principles of control. Different experiments can easily be selected and studied. The software is easy to use, flexible, and includes features like data access, trend plots, data logging, printing, and data export.
Scope of Delivery
Required for Operation
Q1: What does the Temperature Control Trainer help students understand?
A: It is designed for understanding basic temperature control principles using a heating tank, temperature sensor, and digital indicating controller.
Q2: What type of temperature sensor is used?
A: An RTD type sensor, PT100, is used for temperature sensing.
Q3: Can the trainer be monitored remotely?
A: Yes, the controller can be connected to a computer through an Ethernet port for monitoring the process in SCADA mode.
Q4: What control modes are supported?
A: The trainer supports ON-OFF and PID operation, along with open loop and closed loop tuning and auto tuning.
Q5: What software is provided with the trainer?
A: A specially developed SCADA software is provided, offering data access, trend plots, data logging, printing, and data export.