Modular Controller

Red Lion’s Modular Controller series offers a cost effective solution to integrating multi-zone PID control, data acquisition and I/O into your PC, DCS or PLC control system. You can drag and drop controller data to PLC registers in seconds using point-and-click data mapping from an extensive menu of built-in serial and Ethernet drivers. No tedious PLC code to write. Instantly Ethernet-enable your PLC for free! Not only are programming costs slashed, you can eliminate costly add-on I/O and analog cards and solve applications simply using an inexpensive brick PLC. The high-density DIN rail design saves panel space and eliminates cutouts. All modules can be hot-swapped -- the master automatically programs a replaced module.

The Modular Controller is configured using Red Lion's Crimson 2 software. Download your FREE full version here.

The table below shows the functionality of the 4 different model levels.

Product	Multiple Protocol Conversion	OPC Server Support	Expansion Slot	CF Card Database Storage	Data Logging	Webserver Virtual HMI	User Programs	Flash/RAM
CSMSTRV2	X	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
CSMSTRLE	X	X	X	X	-	-	-	4M / 2M
CSMSTRSX	X	X	X	X	X	320 x 240	X	4M / 2M
CSMSTRGT	X	X	X	X	X	640 x 480	X	4M / 8M

If you need extra connectivity, option cards are available to add CANopen, PROFIBUS DP and extra RS232/RS485 ports.

• Red Lion Controls
• Performs Hierarchical Control of other Modules in the Modular Controller Series
• Provides Power and Communications to Modules through Backplane Connector
• Stores Module Configuration Information, and Automatically Reprograms Replaced Modules
• Extensive Built-in Driver List Allows Easy Data Mapping to PLCs, PCs, and SCADA Systems
• Independent Serial Ports Provide Virtually Unlimited Integration Methods
• 10 BASE-T/100 BASE-TX Ethernet Connection Provides Networking Capability
• Supports up to 16 Modular Controller Series Modules
• Supported By Crimson 2.0 Software (Older Crimson 1.0 Files May Be Imported Into Crimson 2.0)
• The older CSMSTRSE is replaced by the CSMSTRV2

• Red Lion Controls
• Provides Enhanced Features for Data Acquisition or Multi-zone PID Control Applications
• Webserver Provides Worldwide Access to Data Logs and Virtual HMI
• Virtual HMI Offers Built-in PC-based SCADA Functionality
• Performs Hierarchical Control of Other Modules in the Modular Controller Series
• Stores Module Configuration Information and Automatically Reprograms Replaced Modules
• Extensive Built-in Driver List Allows Easy Data Mapping to PLCs, PCs, and SCADA Systems
• Independent Serial Ports Provide Virtually Unlimited Integration Methods
• 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX Ethernet Connection Provides Networking Capability
• Supports up to 16 Modular Controller Series Modules
• CompactFlash® Slot Allows Process Data to be Logged Directly to CSV Files

Red Lion Modular Controllers can be programmed using Crimson 2.0 or Crimson 3.0

Click here to download Crimson 2 free.
Click here to download Crimson 3 free.

• Red Lion Controls
• Dedicated single loop PID modules for the Modular Controller series
• Hot-swappable replacement reduces downtime
• Auto addressing minimizes configuration time
• Fully isolated design provides reliable operation
• Pid control with reduced overshoot
• Universal inputs accept tc, rtd, 0-10 v and 0/4-20 mA signals
• On demand auto-tuning of PID settings
• DC analog output (optional)
• Heater current input (optional) ensures detection of heater circuit failure
• Windows® configuration software
• See the Modular Controller section for more details.

• Red Lion Controls
• Dedicated dual PID modules for the Modular Controller series
• Hot-swappable replacement reduces downtime
• Auto addressing minimizes configuration time
• Fully isolated design provides reliable operation
• Pid control with reduced overshoot
• Universal inputs accept tc, rtd, 0-10 v and 0/4-20 mA signals
• On demand auto-tuning of PID settings
• Heater current input (optional) ensures detection of heater circuit failure
• Windows® configuration software
• See the Modular Controller section for more details.

• Red Lion Controls
• Dedicated high density thermocouple input module for the Modular Controller series
• Provides independent type selection for each input
• Types T, E, J, K, R, S, B, N, C
• Unused inputs can be disabled to increase overall reading rate
• Ideal for data-acquisition applications
• Auto addressing minimizes configuration time
• Can be used in conjunction with any CS series modules

• Red Lion Controls 
• Dedicated high density RTD input modules for the Modular Controller series
• Provides independent type selection for each input
• Types 385 & 392 (100R platinum), 672 (120R nickel) and linear ohms(0-300R)
• Unused inputs can be disabled to increase overall reading rate
• Ideal for data-acquisition applications
• Auto addressing minimizes configuration time
• Can be used in conjunction with any CS series modules

• Red Lion Controls
• Dedicated high density input modules for the Modular Controller series
• Models available to accept ±10V and 0/4-20 mA inputs with per channel input options
• ±10V and 0/4-20 mA input versions available with 100 point linearization
• Unused inputs can be disabled to increase overall reading rate
• Ideal for data-acquisition applications
• Auto addressing minimizes configuration time
• Can be used in conjunction with any CS series modules

• Red Lion Controls
• Adds remote I/O capability to the Modular Controller series
• Eight input, six output digital module
• Inputs isolated from outputs
• Inputs independently switch selectable for sink or source signals
• Inputs independently configurable for high or low active state
• Inputs independently switch selectable for high or low frequency signals
• Relay or NFET output models available

• Red Lion Controls
• High Density Analog Output Module for the Modular Controller Series
• Available Outputs include 0 to 5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC, ±10 VDC, and 0/4-20 mA DC
• Outputs are Isolated from each other and from the Backplane
• Outputs are Software Configured and Fully Scalable
• Auto Addressing Minimizes Configuration Time
• Can Be Used in Conjunction with any CS Series Modules

• Red Lion Controls
• Strain Gage Module for the Modular Controller Series
• Hot-swappable Replacement Reduces Downtime
• Auto Addressing Minimizes Configuration Time
• PID Control with Reduced Overshoot
• Load Cell, Pressure and Torque Bridge Inputs
• Software Selectable Low Level Inputs (20 mV, 33 mV or 200 mV Full Scale)
• Software Selectable 5 VDC or 10 VDC Bridge Excitation
• Digital Tare (re-zero), Batch Totalizer, and Peak/Valley (max/min) Recording
• On Demand Auto-tuning of PID Settings
• DC Analog Output
• Windows ® Configuration Software

• Red Lion Controls
• CSMSTRSE Modular Controller Master
  
• ** THIS PART HAS BEEN REPLACED BY CSMSTRV2 **
  
  
• Check out the Special Offers area for ex-demo models.
  

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ICM80000 Communications gateway

Communication Gateway for Red Lion products

Protocols available: RS232, RS485 and Ethernet

Programmable via Crimson 2.0 Software

USB Programming port

Protocol conversion feature converts numerous protocols simultaneously

Extensive built-in driver list allows easy data mapping to PLCs, PCs, and SCADA systems

10 Base-T/100 Base-TX Ethernet connection can connect to an unlimited number of devices via four protocols simultaneously

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SWITCH08 8 port Ethernet switch

Unmanaged switch requires no configuration

Supports 10/100 MDPS network

Auto Half/full Duplex negotiation

Auto-Crossing detection

Supports standard and crossover Ethernet cables