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True AC RMS Voltage or Current
4-20 mA Current Transmitter

4-20 mA Current Transmitters for AC RMS Voltage or Current

CE Mark      RoHS Mark

DIN Rail mounted, digitally programmable.
High accuracy at high update rates.

Features

  • 0.2, 2, 20, 200, 300V & 600V AC input ranges.
  • 2, 20, 200 mA and 5A AC input ranges.
  • All ranges factory calibrated.
  • AC coupled, frequencies from 10 Hz to 10 kHz.
  • Crest factor of 2.4 at full scale input.
  • 4-20 mA or 0-10V isolated transmitter outputs, user selectable.
  • Output resolution: 0.025% of span (12 bits).
  • Output accuracy: ±0.1% of full span.
  • DIN rail mount package only 22.5 mm thick.
  • Powered by AC or DC.
  • Detachable screw-clamp connectors.
  • Easy setup using PC-based Instrument Setup Software.
  • Optional dual solid state relays for alarm or control.
  • Optional custom curve linearization (Extended main board).

Description

Laureate 4-20 mA output, AC RMS input transmitters provide six voltage ranges and four current ranges, all factory calibrated and jumper selectable. The 200.00 mV and 2.0000 V ranges provide a high input impedance of 22 Mohm to minimize the load on the voltage signal. A special 5.000A range accepts the output of 5A current transformers, with no need for a stepdown transformer. The current readings can easily be scaled digitally as needed.

True RMS precision circuitry is used to determine the root-mean-square of complex waveforms from 10 Hz to 10 kHz. Spikes up to 2.4 times the maximum of each range are accurately measured. This provides a crest factor (Vp / Vrms) of 240 for a signal amplitude of 1% of full scale, decreasing to 2.4 at 100% of full scale.

Frequency and amplitude operating range of Laureate True AC RMS Transmitter

Maximum error as a function of frequency
and signal amplitude

Laureate AC RMS input transmitters duplicate the performance and programmable features of their Laureate AC RMS digital panel meter counterparts. Features include optional dual solid state relays for local alarm or control. The transmitters are housed in a DIN rail case that is only 22.5 mm (0.89") thick. Signal connections are via detachable screw-clamp plugs.

In addition to the 4-20 mA output that would typically be used for signal transmission in an industrial environment, a 0-10V analog output is selectable. Either selection provides 12-bit (0.025%) resolution of output span and is ultra-linear to within one bit. The output tracks the reading that would be transmitted digitally. For AC RMS signals, output accuracy is ±0.1% of full scale input.

Output isolation from signal and power grounds is provided by a separate on-board transmitter power supply, thereby eliminating potential problems caused by ground loops. The supply can an drive 20 mA into a 500 ohm (or lower) load for 10V compliance, or 10V into 5K ohm (or higher) load for 2 mA compliance.

Transmitter programming is via a three-terminal RS-232 port using Laurel's PC-based Instrument Setup Software. This software can be downloaded from this website at no charge. The required transmitter-to-PC interface cable is available from Laurel (P/N CBL03).

Specifications
Laureate 4-20 mA Transmitters, AC RMS Voltage or Current Input

AC RMS Input

Range

Resolution Input Ohms
Voltage Ranges
& Input Resistance
(1% to 100% of full scale)
 
 

  200.00 mV  
2.0000 V
20.000 V
200.00 V
600.0 V

10 µV
100 µV
1 mV
10 mV
100 mV

22 Mohm
22 Mohm
1 Mohm
1 Mohm
1 Mohm

Current Ranges
& Input Resistance
(1% to 100% of full scale)
 

2.0000 mA
20.000 mA
200.00 mA
5.000 A

0.1 µA
1 µA
10 µA
1 mA

100 ohms
10 ohms
1 ohm
0.01 ohm

Input Resolution
Update Rate, Max
Max applied voltage
Over-current protection
16 bits (65,536 steps)
1 sec (RMS converter settling time)
600 Vac for 20, 200 & 600 V ranges, 125 Vac other ranges.
25x for 2 mA, 8x for 20 mA, 2.5x for 200 mA, 1x for 5A.
Analog Output
Output Levels
Compliance, 4-20 mA
Compliance, 0-10V
Output Resolution
Output Accuracy
Output Isolation
4-20 mA, 0-20 mA or  0-10 Vdc (selectable)
10V ( 0-500 ohm load )
2 mA ( 5 kOhm load )
12 bits (4,096 steps)
±0.1% of output span (limited by RMS converter)
250V rms working, 2.3 kV rms per 1 minute test
Transducer Excitation Output (standard)
Jumper Selection 1
Jumper Selection 2
Jumper Selection 3
10V @ 60 mA, isolated to 50V from signal ground
5V @ 50 mA, isolated to 50V from signal ground
15V @ 60 mA, non-isolated
Dual Relay Output (optional)
Relay Type
Load rating
Two solid state relays, SPST, normally open, Form A
120 mA at 130 Vac or 170 Vdc, 28 ohms series resistance.
Power Input
Standard power
Low power option
Frequency
Power Isolation
95-240V AC ±10% or 90-300V DC
12-30V AC or 10-48V DC
DC or 47-63 Hz
250V rms working, 2.3 kV rms per 1 min test.
Mechanical
Case Dimensions
Case Mounting
Electrical Connections
120 x 101 x 22.5 mm
35 mm rail per DIN EN 50022
Detachable screw-clamp plugs
Environmental
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Relative Humidity
0°C to 70°C
-40°C to 85°C
95% at 40°C, non-condensing

Pinout
Laureate 4-20 mA Transmitters, AC RMS Voltage or Current Input
(shown with optional dual relay output)

Pinout, 4-20 mA Transmitter for AC RMS Voltage or Current

Ordering Guide
Laureate 4-20 mA Transmitter, AC RMS Voltage or Current Input

Create a model number in this format: TA202RMV1. This is for a 4-20 mA output transmitter, standard main board, 95-240 Vac power, isolated dual solid state relays, and a 200.00 mV AC input signal. Includes plug-in screw terminal connectors.
  
Transmitter
Type
TA   Laureate 4-20 mA Transmitter $235
Main Board Standard Main Board
Extended Main Board
Note:
Extended allows custom curve linearization and rate from successive readings.
NC
$40
Power 95-240 Vac & 90-300 Vdc
12-30 Vac & 10-48 Vdc
NC
$30
Setpoint
Output
None
Isolated Dual Solid State Relays
NC
$30
Signal Input True AC RMS Volts
RMV1  200.00 mV
RMV2  2.0000 V
RMV3  20.000 V
RMV4  200.00 V
RMV5  600.0 V
  $35
True AC RMS Amps
RMA1  2.0000 mA
RMA2  20.000 mA
RMA3  200.00 mA
RMA4  5.000 A
$35
Note: The same AC RMS signal conditioner can be user configured for AC Volts or AC Amps. It is precalibrated in EEPROM for all AC Volt and AC Amp ranges listed.  
Accessories CBL03  RS-232 cable, TA to computer.
CBL02
  USB to RS-232 cable adapter.
$19
$39
 
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