West Pro EC44 1/4th DIN Profiler/Controller
The West Pro EC44 has been designed to simplify user operation through an intuitive HMI combined with easy-to-use configuration and simulation software, Blue Control©.
This allows the controller to be used by a variety of personnel without compromising the functionality available.
Quick access to important product information is also facilitated with a front USB port.
The West Pro EC44 controller is well suited to challenging applications such as: plastics, extrusion and rubber, industrial ovens and furnaces, laboratory and test equipment, environmental chambers, boiler and steam processes, food and beverage, packaging.
West Pro EC44 Features
- 1/4 DIN format
- Single, two loop, cascade or ratio control
- Graphical / text display (red/green backlit LCD)
- Profiler 256 segments shared by up to 64 programs
- USB configuration and data access
- Modbus RS485 or Modbus TCP Ethernet
- Up to 5 PID sets
- Gain scheduling
- Datalogger with real time clock
- Standards CE, UL
Fast and easy front panel setup for both for simple and advanced control tasks
The West Pro EC44 simplifies user setup with a step by step wizard configuration saving working through several menus for initial setup. A Logical menu structure for intuitive navigation allows fast changes and updates to individual settings.
Configure controllers without connecting to a PC
Configuration files can be downloaded to a controller using a flash memory stick via the front USB port allowing for fast programming. Settings can also be read via the USB port to clone additional devices or configure a replacement. Datalog files can also be extracted locally via the USB for convenient access of process data.
Easy access user operation
The West Pro EC44 pages are formatted to show users important process information on a single page, minimising the steps to access data and settings. A colour change green/red LED backlight provides easily recognisable alarm indication to improve response times for corrective action.
Comprehensive control and much more
The West Pro EC44 includes many features to ensure good control performance on a wide range of applications. Single or dual loop capability in a single device, cascade, valve and ratio enhanced control with support features such as real time clock, timer, gain scheduling and profiler ensure Pro EC44 has the flexibility for a process system needs. In addition datalogging, trending, USB, Ethernet options add even more capability to an already powerful device.
Fast configuration via configuration interface
Direct access for programming is available via a top of controller connection port. The interface provides easy and fast access with Blue Control© software to configure the controller or drilldown into process issues with minimal disruption.