Description

IES-PCI-423

Multi Variable Discrete PID Control Trainer – IES-PCI-423

The Multi Variable PID Control Trainer – IES-PCI-423 is an advanced industrial-grade training system designed for hands-on learning of process control engineering. This system enables students and professionals to understand and analyze flow, level, pressure, and temperature control in real-time.

It is ideal for engineering colleges, research labs, and industrial training centers focused on PLC, DCS, and SCADA-based automation systems.

Technical Specifications

• Process Tanks and Vessels – The system includes a 50 L sump tank (SS 1.5 mm / PP 5 mm), an industrial cylindrical pressure vessel, and a transparent acrylic level tank (approx. 600 mm length) for conducting process control experiments involving liquid level and pressure.
• Centrifugal Pump System – Two ½ HP centrifugal pumps operating on 230 V AC supply for fluid circulation and process simulation within the experimental setup.
• Temperature Process Tank – Insulated process tank integrated with electric heater (1–3 kW) and thermostat for conducting temperature control experiments.
• Process Piping Network – Industrial ¾″ CPVC / ½″ stainless steel piping system with ball valves and leak-proof fittings designed for safe and reliable fluid handling.
• Flow Measurement System – Two flow transmitters / flow meters with measurement range 0–1000 LPH, providing 4–20 mA output signal and operating on 24 V DC supply.
• Temperature Measurement System – RTD-based temperature transmitter with measurement range 0–100 °C and 4–20 mA output for accurate temperature monitoring.
• Pressure and Level Measurement Instruments – Pressure transmitter (0–2.5 kg/cm² range) and level transmitter (0–500 mm range) with 4–20 mA output signals for monitoring process parameters.
• Control and Actuation System – Thyristorized phase angle controller (4–20 mA input, 0–230 V AC output, 10 A capacity), two pneumatic control valves (½″ equal-percentage type), and electro-pneumatic (E/P) converter converting 4–20 mA signal to 3–15 psi.
• Instrumentation and Electrical System – Includes panel meters (0–20 mA), PID controllers with single/dual input and 4–20 mA I/O, 230 V AC to 24 V DC power supply (5 A), and MS powder-coated electrical control panel with switches, indicators, DIN-rail terminals, ferruled wiring, and organized cable tray routing.
• Air Supply and Mechanical Structure – Air compressor with 20–24 L tank capacity (~2 CFM, 1–2 HP motor) providing 5–6 kg/cm² working pressure, supported by a heavy-duty MS floor-mounted frame with caster wheels and locking brakes for mobility and stability.

KEY FEATURES

• Supports Flow, Level, Pressure, and Temperature control experiments
• Hands-on training in P, PI, PD, and PID control with real-time observation
• Cascade, ratio, and ON–OFF control experiments
• Manual & Auto tuning for controller dynamics understanding
• Integration with PLC / DCS / SCADA (RS-485)
• Industrial-grade pumps, valves, transmitters, sensors, and piping
• MS powder-coated structure with caster wheels for mobility
• Enhanced electrical and mechanical safety
• User-friendly layout with mimic charts, DIN-rail terminals, and neat wiring
• Leak-proof PP/CPVC piping for long service life

RANGE OF EXPERIMENTS

• ON–OFF control of process variables
• Single-loop P, PI, PD, and PID control
• Multi-variable interaction studies
• Manual vs auto tuning of PID controllers
• Open-loop vs closed-loop response analysis
• Cascade control experiments
• Ratio control experiments
• Transient response and stability analysis
• PLC/DCS/SCADA-based control integration

GENERAL

• • Application: Advanced Process Control, PID & DCS Training
  • Mounting: Floor-mounted mobile trainer
  • Safety: Proper earthing, pressure protection, electrical interlocks, and guarded heaters