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Model 22C Cryogenic Temperature Controller

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Front Panel
Rear Panel

M22Cfront

Highlights of the Model 22C:

Two multipurpose input channels support Diode, Platinum RTD and most cryogenic NTC resistive temperature sensors. Thermocouple inputs are optional.
Operation from 200mK to over 1500K with an appropriate sensor. Constant-Voltage, AC excitation of resistive sensors minimizes errors and extends their useful temperature range.
Four control loops: Loop #1: 50-Watt, three range, Loop #2: 25-Watt two range, Loops #3 and #4: non-powered.
Large, bright and highly configurable display.
Synchronous input filter improves control accuracy and stability in cryocooler based systems.

Two 10 Ampere dry-contact relay outputs.
Data logging to internal Non-Volatile memory.
Fail-safe cryostat protection features protect user equipment from damage.
Table mode control automatically switches the loop input sensor to allow smooth, continuous control over a wide range of temperature.
Remote interfaces include Ethernet, and USB. IEEE-488.2(GPIB) is a field installable option.
Protect your system software: Remote command language is IEEE-488.2 SCPI compliant.
National Instruments, Inc. LabVIEW™ drivers are available for all interfaces.

M22C Rear Panel

Input Connectors: DIN-6 receptacles provide 4-wire measurement connection plus shield and +5VDC power for external options.
Loop #1: 50-Watt heater output. Dual Banana Plug with chassis ground lug.
Loop #2: 25-Watt heater output, part of a 10 pin detachable terminal block.
Loop #3 and #4: 10/5-Volt non-powered output. Detachable terminal block.
Relay Outputs (2): Detachable terminal block.
Ethernet: RJ-45 with LAN activity indicator LEDs.
USB 2.0 Serial port emulator.
AC Power: RFI filtered Power Entry Module including fuse drawer and line voltage selector.

General Description

The Model 22C is a two-input, four control loop cryogenic temperature controller designed for general purpose laboratory and industrial use. Each input is independent and capable of temperature measurement to <200mK with an appropriate temperature sensor.

The Four-output control loop circuits feature a primary 50W heater, a secondary heater of 25W and two 10-Volt non-powered outputs. All control modes are supported by all outputs.

The 22C front panel incorporates a high resolution graphics TFT type Liquid Crystal Display with an exceptionally wide viewing angle. With it's bright white LED backlight, complete instrument status can be seen at a glance, even from across the room.

Flexible Inputs: The Model 22C has two independent input channels, each of which can be easily configured to operate virtually any type of cryogenic thermometers including an option for up to two thermocouple sensors.

A unique feature of the Model 22C is the use of a ratiometric AC resistance bridge to measure all types of temperature sensors

The resistance bridge is used in a constant-voltage AC mode to provide robust support for the Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) sensors. These include
Ruthenium-oxide, Carbon-Glass, Cernox™, Carbon-Ceramic, Germanium and several others.

Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) resistor sensors including Platinum and Rhodium-Iron RTDs use the resistance bridge in its constant-current, AC mode. Platinum RTD sensors use a built-in DIN standard calibration curve that has been extended to 14K for cryogenic use.

Diode sensors are supported over their full temperature range by using the Model 22C's bridge in a DC, constant-current mode.

Four Control Loops: The Loop #1 heater output is a linear, low noise RFI filtered current source that can provide up to 50-Watts into a 50Ω resistive load. Three full-scale ranges are available in decade increments down to 500mW full-scale.

Loop #2 is a linear heater with that will provide up to 25-Watts into a 50Ω resistive load. Two decade ranges provide outputs of 25 and 2.5-Watts full-scale.

Loop #3 and #4 are non-powered voltage outputs intended to control an external booster power supply. Output is user selectable at zero to 10-Volts or zero to 5.0-Volts.

All control loops are completely independent and any loop may be controlled by any sensor input.

Alarms and Relays: Visual, remote and audible alarms. Additionally, there are two large dry-contact mechanical relays. Each may be independently programmed to assert or clear based on a high or low temperature condition.

Remote Control: Standard remote interfaces include Ethernet, IEEE-488(GPIB) and USB.

Data logging is performed by continuously recording
to an internal 1,000 entry buffer. Data is time stamped
and non-volatile memory is used so that data will
survive a power failure.

LabView™ drivers are supplied for the Ethernet
TCP/IP, IEEE-488, and USB interfaces.

Firmware updates: Full instrument firmware
updates may be installed by using the Ethernet
connection. All updates are free of charge.

Applications

Cryogen-Free systems:

Proprietary cryocooler thermal signature removal offers the best control stability in the industry for cryocooler based systems.
Two input channels.

General purpose laboratory:

Two inputs support virtually every cryogenic temperature sensor offered by every manufacturer. Two thermocouple inputs are optional.
Stepless Constant-Voltage excitation offers the widest possible temperature range for a given sensor.
Four control loops.
Ethernet connectivity for ease of remote control.
Internal data logging.
Temperature activated relays and alarms. E-mail available on alarms.
Instrument status and control via a standard web browser.

Superconducting Magnets:

Robust support for the NTC temperature sensors that are commonly used in magnet systems.
Two input channels.

Data Acquisition / Computer control:

Ethernet interface.
Remote command language is an IEEE-488.2 compliant implementation of SCPI and is identical across the entire product line, therefore ensuring your system software will not become obsolete.
LabView™ drivers for all remote interfaces

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