The Scientific Test HC-500 is a modular heater controller system engineered for precise thermal management in industrial heating applications. Built around a CPU-unit (CU) architecture, the HC-500 integrates with output-cards (OCs) to control heating elements and communicates with master controllers—PLCs or PCs—via proprietary or industrial protocols. The system delivers deterministic power control through a master-slave topology, supporting multiple interface options including HC-NET, HC-COM, PROFIBUS-DP, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, RS232, and RS485.
Technical Specifications
• Power Supply: +24 Vdc required
• Bus Architecture: HC-BUS cable length per CU limited to 3 meters maximum
• CPU-Unit (CU2) Dimensions: 4.07 × 1.77 × 4.61 inches
• CPU-Unit (CU2) Weight: 0.18 kg (0.4 lb)
• Enclosure Rating: IP20, plastic housing
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 45 °C (32 to 113 °F)
• Humidity Tolerance: ≤75% relative humidity, non-condensing
• Connector Types: Screw terminals (X2, X7, X8) rated for 0.1 to 1.5 mm² cable (AWG 28–16)
• Screw Torque Specification: 0.5 to 0.6 Nm (4.4 to 5.3 lb in)
– Key Features
• Modular design with independent output-card expansion
• Dual interface support: HC-NET and HC-COM proprietary protocols
• Industrial Ethernet compatibility: PROFIBUS-DP, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP
• Serial communication: RS232 and RS485 options
• HEX-switch configuration (S1, S2, S3) for system setup
• Diagnostic LCD port (X9) and USB connectivity
• Master-slave control architecture for networked multi-CU systems
– Typical Applications
• Precision thermal control in manufacturing processes
• Industrial heating element management
• Multi-zone temperature regulation via networked controllers
– Compatibility & Integration
The HC-500 operates as a slave device requiring integration with a PLC or PC master controller. Supports both legacy HC-NET protocol and modern HC-COM interface. Extended system reach beyond 3 meters achievable through multiple networked CPU-units reporting to a single master device.
