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The NEWPORT® i8 is a 1/8 DIN size (96mm x 48mm) Digital Panel Meter featuring the big iSeries color-changing display. The digits are twice the size of typical 1/8 DIN panel meters.
The iSeries meters feature the only LED displays that can be programmed to change color between GREEN , AMBER, and RED at any set point or alarm point.
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The “i8” model is available as an extremely accurate programmable digital panel meter with no outputs or with dual outputs for controlling or alarming functions. The user can easily program the i8 for any control or alarming requirement from simple on-off to full autotune PID with a choice of Form C SPDT relays, Solid State Relays, DC pulse, and Analog (voltage and current) outputs.
Other options include isolated programmable analog output, serial communications, Modbus and Ethernet. Fully Isolated Analog Output for retransmission of the process value is available in addition to the control and alarm relays (specify model i8A33).
Universal Inputs
The innovative iSeries offers the broadest selection of signal inputs available on one industrial instrument. The choices are easily selected from the Menu with four front panel pushbuttons, or by serial communications.
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The Universal Temperature & Process instrument (model "i") handles ten common types of thermocouples: K, J, T, E, R, S, B, C, N, and J DIN, multiple RTD's, and several Process (dc) Voltage ranges: 0-100 millivolt, 0-1 Volt, 0-10 Volt; Process Current range: 0-20 mA. This model also features built-in excitation, 24 Vdc @ 25 mA. with it's wide choice of signal inputs, this model is an excellent choice for measuring or controlling temperature with a thermocouple, RTD, or 4-20mA transmitter. |
The Strain & Process instrument (model " iS") measures inputs from Load Cells, Pressure Transducers, and most any strain gauge sensor as well as several Process (dc) Voltage ranges: 0 to 100 mVdc, -100 mVdc to 1Vdc and 0 to 10 Vdc; Process Current range: 0-20 mA. The "iS" has built-in excitation of 5 Vdc @ 40mA or 10 Vdc @ 60mA for bridge transducers. This "iS" model supports 4 and 6 wire bridge configurations, ratiometric and non-ratiometric measurements. The "iS" features fast and easy "in-process" calibration/scaling of the signal inputs to any engineering units. This model also features 10 Point Linearization which allows the user to linearize the signal input from extremely nonlinear transducers of all kinds.
The MIL Standard Nickel RTD with MIL-T-7990B curve is available as a Factory Setup.
Ordering Example: iS833-C24-FS (FS: preset for MIL-T-7990B curve, please specify range and accuracy).
Analog Output
The optional analog output can be programmed within a range of 0-10 Vdc or 0-20 mA. It is selectable as either a control output or as a calibrated retransmission of the process value-a unique feature among controllers.
Built-in Excitation Standard
Any excitation voltage between 5 and 24 Vdc is available by special order. Built-in excitation is not available with optional -C24 isolated RS-232/ RS-485 serial communications, -C4EI Ethernet option or -DC option.
Control Functions
The iSeries can control simple manual operation to ON-OFF and full Autotune PID control. (Selectable preset tune, adaptive tune, PID, PI, PD control modes.) The dual control outputs can be configured for a variety of independent control and alarm applications such as heat/heat, heat/cool, heat/alarm, cool/cool, cool/alarm or alarm/alarm. The ramp-to-setpoint feature allows the user to define the rate of rise to setpoint, minimizing thermal shock to the load during start-up. Maximum ramp time: 99.59 (HH.MM), Soak: 00.00 to 99.59 (HH.MM), Damping: 1 to 8 in unit steps.
For applications that do not require PID control, iSeries controllers are available in two special models that offer simplified programming. The iSeries “Limit Alarm” model (specify –AL option) is a conventional limit alarm. The iSeries “Simplified Menu” model (specify –SM option) offers simplified programming. The menu flowchart is similar to programmable digital panel meters that are used for on/off control or alarms. (Please see the iSeries operator’s manuals for programming details.)
Optional Embedded Internet and Serial Communications
Featuring optional "Embedded Internet" (specify -EI option) the iSeries are the first instruments of their kind that connect directly to an Ethernet network and transmit data in standard TCP/IP packets, or even serve Web pages over a LAN or the Internet.
The iSeries are also available with serial communications. The -C24 serial communications option includes both RS-232 and RS-485 which can be selected from the menu as well as both a straightforward ASCII protocol or MODBUS. The -C4EI option includes both Ethernet and RS-485 ASCII/MODBUS on one device. |

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iSeries FAMILY
The NEWPORT®
iSeries
is a family of microprocessor-based instruments offered in three
DIN sizes. All of the
instruments share the same set-up and configuration menu and method
of operation, a tremendous time saver for integration of a large
system.
The
iSeries
displays feature
unique 9-segment LED characters which greatly improves alphanumeric
representations. The 7-segment LED characters found on most
instruments are adequate for presenting numbers, but not letters.
Words are easier to read with the unique 9-segment LED characters
on the iSeries, which makes
operating and programming simpler and easier.
Programmable
Color Display
The NEWPORT®
iSeries are the first complete
series of 1/8, 1/16 and 1/32 DIN process control instruments
with totally programmable color displays. The display can be
programmed to change color at any set point or alarm point. iSeries LED displays are considerably bigger, brighter and therefore more visible than displays for conventional instruments with the same DIN size. The segments in the i/8 are 21 mm (0.83") high.
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iSeries
Change Color at any Setpoint
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For example,
the instrument can be programmed to display the process value
in GREEN
during warm-up, switching to AMBER
to signal the normal operating range, and in RED
to signal an alarm condition. The changes in color are quickly
seen from a distance, and machine operators can intuitively
react to changing conditions. The colors can be programmed to
change back when the value drops back below the alarm point
or to "latch" on until being reset by the operator.
The instrument can also be programmed to display only one unchanging
color: GREEN, AMBER,
or RED. This is a useful
way to let an operator identify, at a glance, process values
in three separate locations, or to display three different measurements
such as Temperature, Pressure, and Flow.
The innovative NEWPORT®
iSeries
of meters/controllers features an extended Five (5) YEAR warranty
at no extra charge. The iSeries
packs a wealth of power and features into the smallest of packages,
utilizing COB (chip-on-board) and SMT (surface mount technology)
assembly techniques and automation. Every iSeries
instrument is thoroughly calibrated and tested at several stages
throughout production. The iSeries
offers the highest accuracy for industrial instrumentation at
0.03% of reading. The analog-to-digital conversion utilizes
proprietary 20-bit ASIC (application specific integrated circuit)
patented algorithms and smart filtering.
Free Software
Free
software is provided for easy set-up, configuration and data
acquisition with the NEWPORT®
iSeries.
Free
ActiveX Controls
Free ActiveX Controls are provided for the iSeries,
making it easy to integrate the iSeries with information systems using "ActiveX Containers" such as
Microsoft Visual Basic and Microsoft Excel as well as with popular
OLE and OPC compliant data acquisition, process control, and
industrial automation software from NEWPORT®,
GE Fanuc, Intellution, Rockwell Automation,
iconics, and Wonderware among others.
Factory Setup and Configuration
Make installing your iSeries meter or controller easier by ordering it preconfigured by the
factory. You specify the input types, scaling
if applicable, set points, alarm points, etc. and we will program
the instruments to your specific requirements in our calibration
lab prior to shipment. For a checklist of factory setup parameters,
please consult your NEWPORT® applications engineers.
Custom
Configurations
Custom color bezels and enclosures are available for Original
Equipment Manufacturers. Enhance the appearance of your equipment
design with custom colors. Consult the NEWPORT®
OEM Group.
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1) Analog Output (Option 5) and Ethernet Options are not available for the i8A controller.
2) Isolated Analog Output and Ethernet options are not available in the compact case.
3) -DC, -C24, or -C4EI not available with excitation.
4) Analog Output (Option 5) is not available with -AL units.
5) For i8Axx-AL: one Alarm & one Analog Retransmission.
6) Strain iS8 and/or Isolated Analog Output i8A are not available with -SM units.
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Option Descriptions
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METER OPTIONS
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Select i8 for Standard 1/8 DIN Meter i8C for Compact case (note - Isolated Analog and Ethernet options are not available in the compact case) i8A for Isolated linear analog output (note - Analog output (option 5) and Ethernet options are not available for this i8A controller) i8DH for 1/8 DIN Meter Dual Display Horizontal i8DV for 1/8 DIN Meter Dual Display Vertical iS8 for 1/8 DIN Strain Meter
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Control Outputs
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Select 00 for No Output 22 for Two Solid State Relays 23 for One Solid State Relay - Form C SPDT 24 for 1 SSR for Pulse 10V dc 33 for 2 Relays - Form C SPDT 42 for Pulsed 10 V dc and SSR Relay 43 for Pulsed 10 V dc and Form C Relay 44 for 2 pulsed 10 V dc 52 for Analog Output and SSR 53 for Analog output and Relay 54 for Analog output and pulse
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NETWORK OPTIONS
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Select Nothing(leave field blank) for No network option -C24 for Isolated RS-232 and RS-485/422 300 to 19.2 k baud -EI for Ethernet w/ Embedded Web Server (not available for compact case) -C4EI for Ethernet w/ Embedded Web Server + Isolated RS-485/422 (not available for compact case)
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POWER SUPPLY OPTIONS
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Select Nothing(leave field blank) for Standard power input for 90 to 240 Vac/dc, 50 to 400 Hz -DC for 12-36 Vdc, 24 Vac (Internal Excitation is not available with this option)
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Menu Option
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Select Nothing(leave field blank) for no option -AL for for Limit Alarm Version (Alarm Menu, No PID Control) -SM for for Simplified Menu Version (ON/OFF Control, No PID Control)
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Menu Option
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Select Nothing(leave field blank) for no option -FS for Factory Setup and Configuration
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Keywords: Temperature Meter, Process Meter, Strain Meter, PID Controllers
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