West PlastX8 is a discrete 1/8 DIN controller, designed specifically for plastic extrusion processes. Users benefit from a simple menu structure with pre-populated setup fields with default parameters for plastic applications.
Control options include Heat, Heat/Cool as well as offering setpoint ramping to help protect against heater burnout.
The versatile PlastX controller can also be used as a standalone process indicator to measure melt temperature.
- Economic solution to precision temperature control of extruders
- Suitable for both single screw, twin screw, plastic or rubber
- Fast Configuration with one page set-up guide
- Each controller selectable as heat only, heat/cool, or indicator
- On/Off button for disabling zone
- LEDs for Low Alarm, Band Alarm, and Autotuning
| Product Category: | Single Loop Controller |
| Dimensions and Size: | W96m x H48mm x D100mm, 1/8 DIN |
| Primary input type: | Universal (TC, RTD, DC Linear mA/mV) |
| Output type: | Relay, SSD, Triac |
| Max outputs: | 3 |
| Control type: | PID,ON/OFF, Manual, Alarm, Ramp to setpoint |
| Power supply: | 100-240V AC 50-60Hz |
| Communications: | RS485 serial (Modbus) |
| Certifications: | CE, UL, ULC, CSA |
Datasheet: West_DS-PLXx-1-EN-515
Instruction Manual: West_59557-3-PLASTX-Concise-Manual-EN
Quick Manual: West_PLASTX8-Quick-Start-Guide
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