Temperature Controllers

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Temperatures within a machine or process can fluctuate slightly and that change, if unnoticed, can ruin products. That’s why having an accurate temperature controller that is easy to use and monitor is important. Big Bear Instruments offers a full list of temperature controllers that are equipped with the best comprehensive control for most temperature and process control loops. They are designed to be reliable in the most demanding manufacturing or scientific applications. Sort by manufacturer, series, controller type, DIN size, or input type to find the best controller for your needed application. Find the right temperature controller for your application today.

  • Gefran 2850T Multifunction Controller

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    2850T Multifunction controller is an all-in-one device. It combines precision PID controllers, secure datalogging, batch reporting, Set Point Programmer (Ramp & Soak), and powerful function block that will allow customized programs with sequence control configurability. The brilliant 3.5” touch graphic interface makes extremely clear the visualization of process parameters. This technology also provides the capability, from the front of the controller, to be configured without the need of connected PC. The 2850T meets the high accuracy standards of the Aerospace and Automotive Industries with CQI9 and AMS2750.

    • Operator interface color touch screen display, 3,5“
    • Up to 8 PID control loops
    • Cascade PID control, ratio, and proportional valves
    • Advanced PID control loop tuning
    • Fully configurable analog signal
    • AMS2750 and CQI9 compliance
    • Data Log, Trend Charts, and Batch Report with Real Time Clock
    • Historical files encrypted or open format (CSV)
    • USB for data export and parameter export/import
    • Profile programming with ramps and soak
    • Up to 250 stored profile programs.
    • Synchronous and asynchronous profile programmer
    • Configurable logic and math operations (GETlogic)
    • Customizable operator graphic interface (GETview)
    • 3 password protected user levels
    • Energy meter (kWh)
    • HMI/SCADA data exchange via Modbus TCP
    • Interface language selection
    $2,201.68
  • Gefran 3850T Multifunction Controller

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    3850T Multifunction controller is an all-in-one device. It combines precision PID controllers, secure datalogging, batch reporting, Set Point Programmer (Ramp & Soak), and powerful function block that will allow customized programs with sequence control configurability. The brilliant 7” touch graphic interface makes extremely clear the visualization of process parameters. This technology also provides the capability, from the front of the controller, to be configured without the need of connected PC. The 3850T meets the high accuracy standards of the Aerospace and Automotive Industries with CQI9 and AMS2750.

    • Operator interface color touch screen display, 7“
    • Up to 16 PID control loops
    • Cascade PID control, ratio, and proportional valves
    • Advanced PID control loop tuning
    • Fully configurable analog signal
    • AMS2750 and CQI9 compliance
    • Data Log, Trend Charts, and Batch Report with Real Time Clock
    • Historical files encrypted or open format (CSV)
    • USB for data export and parameter export/import
    • Profile programming with ramps and soak
    • Up to 250 stored profile programs.
    • Synchronous and asynchronous profile programmer
    • Configurable logic and math operations (GETlogic)
    • Customizable operator graphic interface (GETview)
    • 3 password protected user levels
    • Energy meter (kWh)
    • HMI/SCADA data exchange via Modbus TCP
    • Interface language selection
    $3,104.90
  • Gefran Series 1200 PID Controller, 1/8 DIN

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    Complete operator interface, protected by Lexan membrane to guarantee an IP65 faceplate protection level.
    Composed of 4 keys, double 4-digit green LED display, 4 red signal LEDs for the 4 relay/logic outputs and 3 additional LEDs with programmable function to signal the instrument’s various function states.
    The main input for the variable to be controlled is universal, and allows connection of a wide variety of signals: thermocouples, resistance thermometers, thermistors, normalized linear inputs, all with possibility of custom linearization set from the faceplate. Input type is selected entirely from the faceplate and requires no external adapter shunts/dividers.
    A second auxiliary analog input from current transformer is available. You can select one of the two presettable setpoints, select Manual-Automatic mode, reset the alarm memory, or enable the hold function by means of the digital input.
    The instrument provides up to 4 outputs: relay (5A, 250VAC/30VDC cosφ = 1) or logic (24V ± 10% (10Vmin a 20mA)).
    An analog output in voltage or in current is also available. The functions of each output are freely configurable from the faceplate. In addition to the control and alarm outputs, you can also have outputs that repeat the state of the digital or retransmission input by process variable, setpoint, deviation, alarm trip points and values acquired via serial line.
    An additional output (24VDC, 30mA max.) is available to power outside transmitters.
    The serial communication option is RS485, with MODBUS RTU protocol and maximum speed of 19200 baud (485). The instrument’s entire programming procedure is made easier by grouping the parameters in function blocks (CFG for control parameters, Inp for inputs, Out for outputs, etc.).
    The instrument can also select the parameters to be displayed based on its hardware configuration, which automatically hides irrelevant parameters.
    The instrument is supplied with an “EASY” configuration calling for just a few parameters (only those pertaining to the model ordered and essential to the controller’s operation). In this way, you just have to set the setpoint and the alarm, then launch self-tuning with the specific button.
    For even simpler configuration, you can use a PC programming kit consisting of a cable and a guided program for Windows environment.

    $351.25
  • Gefran Series 1250 PID Controller, 1/8 DIN

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    Large LCD display with customization of colors assigned to PV, SV and F display, of color of plastic faceplate, and of logo.

    Graphic display of power, output current or valve position.

    Scrolling alphameric display of 25 messages (32 letters each), completely configurable and savable, in three languages.

    Thanks to language selection and clear scrolling messages for diagnostics, alarms, and process state, the controller speaks the user’s language.

    • Operator interface with large LCD Display, customizable, with choice of colors
    • Scrolling diagnostics messages, configurable, in the selected language
    • Easy, guided configuration, copy/paste parameters even with power off
    • Preventive maintenance with energy counters (kWh) and load switching
    • 16 function block applications
    • Timer, setpoint and algorithm programmer for controlling motorized valves
    • Advanced tuning of control parameters
    • Different password levels
    • Universal input configurable for thermocouples, resistance thermometers, linear inputs
    • Remote setpoint input
    • Relay, logic, isolated analog outputs
    • Up to two CT inputs for interrupted load diagnostics
    • RS485 serial communication in Modbus RTU
    • Controller assembly removable from the front for quick replacement.
    • Accuracy 0.2%, sampling time 60 ms
    $371.28
  • Gefran Series 1350 Controller PID, 1/4 DIN

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    Large LCD display with customization of colors assigned to PV, SV and F display, of color of plastic faceplate, and of logo.

    Graphic display of power, output current or valve position. Scrolling alphameric display of 25 messages (32 letters each), completely configurable and savable, in three languages.

    Thanks to language selection and clear scrolling messages for diagnostics, alarms, and process state, the controller speaks the user’s language.

    $418.08
  • Gefran Series 1600 Controller PID, 1/8 DIN

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    Microprocessor controller, format 48×48 / 96×96 (1/8 DIN – 1/4 DIN) manufactured using SM Technology.

    The instrument provides a complete operator interface, protected by a Lexan membrane that ensures level IP65 faceplate protection.

    It has 4 keys, two green LED displays, each with 4 digits, 4 red indicating LED’s for the 4 logic or relay outputs, and a further 3 LED’s that are programmable to indicate the various operational states of the instrument.

    The main input for the process variable is universal and provides the possibility to connect many types of input sensor: thermocouple type J, K, R, S, T, B, E, N, Ni-Ni18Mo, L; resistance thermometer Pt100 3-wires; thermistor PTC; ilinear inputs 0-50mV, 10-50mV, 2-10V, 0-10V, 0-20mA, 4-20mA, and potentiometer, all with the possibility of custom linearisation that can be defined using the faceplate keys.

    The type of input is selected from the faceplate keys and no external shunts or adapter are required. A second auxiliary isolated analogue input is available, which can also be configured for a linear input (0-10V, 2-10V, 0-20mA / 4-20mA), for remote setpoint, potentiometer or current transformer.

    The auxiliary input function is completely configurable, including the possibility of a custom linearization. It is possible to configure the 2 available isolated digital inputs for selection of up to 4 local setpoints; start, stop and reset of internal timer; Auto/Man, Loc/Rem functions; alarms memory reset; input hold function.

    The instrument can have up to 4 relay (3A/250V) or logic (12Vdc, 20mA) outputs and up to 2 islolated analogue outputs in voltage or current.

    The function of each output is completely configurable by faceplate.

    The available functions include: control output, alarm output, timer, digital input repetition, retransmission of process value, setpoints, deviation, alarm setpoint or value read from digital communication.

    The Heat/Cool adjustment offers the possibility of setting the cooling parameters in relation to the type of water, oil or air fluid.

    A further isolated output (10 or 24Vdc, 30mA max.) is available for powering external transmitters or potentiometers.

    The serial communication interface RS485 (RS232C compatible) makes it possible to read or modify any parameter and to govern the instrument online (local/remote manual/automatic commu-tation, internal timer control, direct control of outputs).

    Protocols available: MODBUS RTU and CENCAL (Gefran).

    Using these it is possible to write to any of the instrument parameters.

    All the programming procedures of the instrument are facilitated by the grouping of the parameters in function blocks (CFG for the control parameters, Inp for the inputs, Out for the outputs, etc) and by the possibility of selecting a simplified menu for entering the most frequently used parameters.

    To simplify the configuration even further, a programming kit is available for PC, which includes a menu driven configuration program for Windows and the necessary cable to connect the instrument.

    $656.74
  • Gefran Series 1650 Double loop PID Controller, 1/8 DIN

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    Large LCD display with customization of plastic front panel color and logo. Graphic display of power, output current or valve position. Scrolling alphameric display of 25 messages (32 letters each), completely configurable and savable, in three languages. Thanks to language selection and clear scrolling messages for diagnostics, alarms, and process state, the controller speaks the  user’s language.

    • Operator interface with large LCD display and three configurable bar graph
    • Scrolling diagnostics messages, configurable, in the selected language
    • Easy, guided configuration, copy/ paste parameters even with power off
    • Preventive maintenance with energy counters (kWh) and load switching
    • 32 function block applications
    • 8 math application blocks
    • Timer, setpoint and algorithm programmer for controlling motorized valves
    • Advanced tuning of control parameters
    • Different password levels
    • 3 universal inputs configurable for thermocouples, resistance thermometers, linear inputs
    • AMS2750/CQI-9 conformant
    • 2 PID control loop
    • 2 setpoint programmers (128 steps in 16 programs)
    • Relay, logic, isolated analog outputs
    • Up to two CT inputs for interrupted load diagnostics
    • RS485 serial communication in Modbus RTU
    • Removable faceplate for immediate replacement
    • Sampling time 60 ms
    • Modbus RTU master/slave
    • Modbus TCP slave
    • Bridge Modbus RTU/TCP
    • Webserver
    • Weekly clock (RTC)
    $488.80
  • Gefran Series 1850 PID Controller double loop, 1/4 DIN

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    Large LCD display with customization of plastic front panel color and logo.

    Graphic display of power, output current or valve position.

    Scrolling alphameric display of 25 messages (32 letters each), completely configurable and savable, in three languages.

    Thanks to language selection and clear scrolling messages for diagnostics, alarms, and process state, the controller speaks the  user’s language.

    • Operator interface with large LCD display and three configurable bar graph
    • Scrolling diagnostics messages, configurable, in the selected language
    • Easy, guided configuration, copy/ paste parameters even with power off
    • Preventive maintenance with energy counters (kWh) and load switching
    • 32 function block applications
    • 8 math application blocks
    • Timer, setpoint and algorithm programmer for controlling motorized valves
    • Advanced tuning of control parameters
    • Different password levels
    • 3 universal inputs configurable for thermocouples, resistance thermometers, linear inputs
    • AMS2750/CQI-9 conformant
    • 2 PID control loop
    • 2 setpoint programmers (128 steps in 16 programs)
    • Relay, logic, isolated analog outputs
    • Up to two CT inputs for interrupted load diagnostics
    • Removable faceplate for immediate replacement
    • Sampling time 60 ms
    • Modbus RTU master/slave
    • Modbus TCP slave
    • Bridge Modbus RTU/TCP
    • Webserver
    • Weekly clock (RTC)
    $546.00
  • Gefran Series 450 PID Controller, 1/16 DIN

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    The series 450 temperature controller, measuring 48x48mm (1/16 DIN), offers simplicity of use and high quality of control. The input from temperature sensors is “universal” and configurable with type J, K, R, S, T, B, E, N thermocouples and with 3-wire Rt100 resistance thermometers.

    The user interface has a complete double display with green LEDs, 4 keys, and two red LEDs to signal active outputs.

    The Lexan® membrane on the front panel guarantees an IP65 protection level for these products. The controller outputs, freely configurable as control output and alarm output, are available in a 5A/250VAC relay version or in a logic signal version to drive solid state relays.

    The input signal read speed (120msec) and the tested PID control algorithm with selftuning and autotuning parameter functions guarantee accurate and stable control even for rapid and discontinuous heating systems.

    Series 450 models are factory-configured to satisfy most industrial heating applications (input for probe J, hot PID setting, 10 second cycle time) and can always be modified from keyboard and from PC with a few parameters grouped on intuitive menus.

    A programming kit for PC is available, consisting of a cable and a user-friendly program for Windows with Wizard pages, oscilloscope for process analysis, saving of parameter recipes, and ability to reset factory parameters.

    A settable software protection code (password-protected) lets you limit access to internal parameters to various levels, up to total protection.

    • Universal input configurable from faceplate
    • Accuracy better than 0.2% f.s. under nominal conditions
    • Control output: relay, logic
    • Function: PID heat, PID cool
    • 1 alarm with  completely configurable functions
    $134.74
  • Gefran Series 600 Standard PID Controller, 1/16 DIN

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    Microprocessor controller, format 48×48 (1/16 DIN) manufactured using SMT.

    Provides a complete operator interface protected by a Lexan membrane that ensures level IP65 faceplate protection.

    It has 4 keys, two green LED displays, each with 4 digits, 4 red signal LED’s for the 4 logic or relay outputs, and 3 other programmable LED’s to signal the various operational states of the instrument.

    The main input for process variable is universal, and many types of signals can be connected: thermocouples, resistance thermometers, thermistors, normalized linear inputs, all with possibility of custom linearization using the faceplate keys.

    The type of input is selected from the faceplate keys; no external shunts are required.

    A second auxiliary analog input from the current transformer is also available.

    With the isolated digital input you can select: one of the two presettable setpoints, select Manual-Automatic mode, reset the alarms memory, or enable the hold function.

    The instrument can have up to 4 outputs: relay (3A, 250V) or logic (12Vdc, 20mA).

    An analog output in voltage or current is also available.

    The function of each output is freely configurable from the faceplate keys.

    In addition to control and alarm outputs, you can have outputs that repeat the state of the digital or retransmission input by process variable, setpoint, drift, alarm limits and values acquired from serial line.

    Another isolated output (at 10 or 24Vdc, 30mA max.) is available to power external transmitters.

    The serial communication option (available in RS485 standard) allows connection to supervision systems and PLCs with two protocols: GEFRAN CENCAL and MODBUS RTU.

    Instrument programming is facilitated by grouping parameters in functional blocks (CFG for control parameters, Inp for inputs, Out for outputs, etc.).

    The instrument can also select display parameters based on hardware configuration, automatically masking irrelevant parameters.

    The instrument is supplied with an “EASY” configuration with just a few parameters (only those for the model ordered and essential for controller operation).

    In this way, you just have to set the setpoint and alarm, and launch selftuning from the button. The 600 does all the rest.

    A PC programming kit is available for even simpler configuration, composed of a cable and a guided program for Windows environment (see data sheet code 80020).

    • Universal input configurable from faceplate
    • Accuracy better than 0.2% f.s. under nominal conditions
    • Control output: relay, logic, Triac or continuous
    • Hot/cold function with selection of cooling fluid
    • 3 alarms with completely configurable function
    • Analog retransmission output
    • Isolated digital input with configurable function
    • Auxiliary input for CT (TA) (50mAac)
    • Heater break or probe short-circuit alarm
    • Self-tuning, Auto-tuning, Soft-start, bumpless Man/Auto function
    • Double set, set ramp, timed output function
    • Optically isolated RS485 serial line.
    • Protocol: GEFRAN CENCAL or MODBUS RTU
    • Self-diagnosis
    • Rapid configuration from PC with GF_eXpress packet
    $251.68
  • Gefran Series 650 PID Controller, 1/16 DIN

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    Large LCD display with customization of colors assigned to PV and SV display, of color of plastic faceplate, and of logo. Scrolling alphameric display of 25 messages (32 letters each), completely configurable and savable, in three languages. Thanks to language selection and clear scrolling messages for diagnostics, alarms, and process state, the controller speaks the user’s language.

    • Operator interface with large LCD Display, customizable, with choice of colors
    • Scrolling diagnostics messages, configurable, in the selected language
    • Easy, guided configuration, copy/paste parameters even with power off
    • Preventive maintenance with energy counters (kWh) and load switching
    • 16 function block applications
    • Timer, setpoint and algorithm programmer for controlling motorized valves
    • Advanced tuning of control parameters
    • Different password levels
    • Universal input configurable for thermocouples, resistance thermometers, linear inputs
    • Remote setpoint input
    • Relay, logic, isolated analog outputs
    • Up to two CT inputs for interrupted load diagnostics
    • RS485 serial communication in Modbus RTU
    • Removable faceplate for immediate replacement
    • Sampling time 60ms
    $282.88
  • Gefran Series 800 PID Controller, 1/16 DIN

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    Microprocessor controller, format 48×48 (1/16 DIN) manufactured using SMT.

    The instrument provides a complete operator interface, protected by a Lexan membrane that ensures level IP65 faceplate protection.

    It has 4 keys, two green LED displays, each with 4 digits, 4 red indicating LED’s for the 4 logic or relay outputs, and a further 3 LED’s that are programmable to indicate the various operational states of the instrument.

    The main input for the process variable is universal and provides the possibility to connect many types of input sensor: thermocouple type J, K, R, S, T, B, E, N, Ni-Ni18Mo, L; resistance thermometer Pt100 3-wires; thermistor PTC; linear inputs 0-50mV, 10-50mV, 2-10V, 0-10V, 0-20mA, 4-20mA, and potentiometer, all with the possibility of custom linearisation that can be defined using the faceplate keys.

    It is possible to activate correction of the input using a linear function defined by way of two points on it.

    The type of input is selected from the faceplate keys and no external shunts or adapter are required.

    A second auxiliary isolated analogue input is available, which can also be configured for a linear input (0-10V, 2-10V, 0-20mA / 4-20mA), for remote setpoint, potentiometer or current transformer.

    The auxiliary input function is completely configurable, including the possibility of a custom linearization. It is possible to configure the 2 available isolated digital inputs for selection of up to 4 local setpoints; start, stop and reset of internal timer; Auto/Man, Loc/Rem functions; alarms memory reset; input hold function.

    The instrument can have up to 4 relay (3A/250V) or logic (12Vdc, 20mA) outputs and up to 2 islolated analogue outputs in voltage or current.

    The function of each output is completely configurable by faceplate.

    The available functions include: control output, alarm output, timer, digital input repetition, retransmission of process value, setpoints, deviation, alarm setpoint or value read from digital communication.

    A further isolated output (10 or 24Vdc, 30mA max.) is available for powering external transmitters or potentiometers.

    The serial communication interface RS485 (RS232C compatible) makes it possible to read or modify any parameter and to govern the instrument online (local/remote manual/automatic commutation, internal timer control, direct control of outputs).

    Protocols available: MODBUS RTU and CENCAL (Gefran).

    The optional serial communications can be Current Loop, RS232 or RS485, while the protocol can be selected between Gefran (Cencal) and Modbus.

    Using these it is possible to write to any of the instrument parameters.

    All the programming procedures of the instrument are facilitated by the grouping of the parameters in function blocks (CFG for the control parameters, Inp for the inputs, Out for the outputs, etc.) and by the possibility of selecting a simplified menu for entering the most frequently used parameters.

    To simplify the configuration even further, a programming kit is available for PC, which includes a menu driven configuration program for Windows and the necessary cable to connect the instrument (see data sheet cod. 80021).

    $544.96