TC50 Hot Runner Temperature Controllers
Overview
- It can precisely control the temperature in the hot runner system, improve production efficiency, reduce production costs, and ensure stability and quality during the injection molding process.
- The 7" LCD display with touch panel can display real-time temperature and other control parameters, such as mold leakage detecting, synchronous heat up and cool down, mold memory, group setup function, power balance detection and display, self diagnosis log.
- It also supports injection machine connect for I/O function and optional VNC function, achieving intelligent one-stop production control.
| TC50 | Module |
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Number of Zones per Module |
2 zones |
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Max. Current per Zone |
15A |
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Input Power |
230Vac±10%/24Vdc±5%, 50/60Hz |
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Input Thermocouple Type |
J/K type |
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Output Power |
3450W, 230Vac/15A(per zone) |
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Output Mode |
Zero cross/Phase angle |
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Control Accuracy |
±0.25% FS |
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Measurement Accuracy |
±0.25% FS |
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Temperature Control Range |
0~600°C/32~999°F |
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Storage Temperature |
-20~70°C/-4~158°F |
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Operating Temperature |
-10~50°C/14~122°F |
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Operating Humidity |
0~80% RH(no condensate) |
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Communication Mode |
RS-485(standard MODBUS, isolated)/UART |
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Communication Speed |
38400/57600 |
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Temperature Alarm Mode |
Upper limit/Lower limit/Standby upper limit/Standby lower limit/Absolute value alarm |
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Abnormal Alarm |
Thermocouple: Short/Break/Reverse; Heater: Short/Break/Overload; TRIAC: Short; Fuse open-circuit |
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Fuse |
Quick response ceramic 500Vac/20A, 30mm |
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Detection Functions |
Temperature detection/Current detection/Overvoltage protection(≧280Vac start) |
Hot Runner Temperature Controller FAQ(TC50)
Q1: What are the primary applications of the TC50 Hot Runner Controller?
A1: The TC50 series is specifically designed for small-scale molds or systems requiring 1-2 control zones. It focuses on providing a stable and highly cost-effective thermal control solution for precision injection molding in compact production environments.
Q2: How does the TC50 protect the mold and extend heater lifespan?
A2: It features an integrated Soft Start function to mitigate inrush current during cold starts, protecting the heaters. It also provides comprehensive load monitoring and short-circuit protection to ensure operational safety within a budget-friendly framework.
Q3: Is the maintenance cost high if a TC50 unit fails?
A3: Not at all. The TC50 utilizes a stand-alone modular design. In the event of an abnormality, technicians can quickly swap out the individual controller without a full system overhaul or complex rewiring, significantly lowering long-term maintenance expenses.
Q4: What is the temperature control performance of the TC50 series?
A4: The TC50 is powered by industrial-grade PID Auto-tuning technology, delivering excellent measurement and control accuracy. Even as an economical model, it ensures stable thermal output to maintain consistent part quality.
Q5: What are the features of the TC50's user interface?
A5: The TC50 utilizes an all-digital display interface, replacing traditional complex physical buttons with a sleek, minimalist layout. This allows operators to read key data directly and get started quickly without complicated configurations, improving parameter setting efficiency.
Q6: How does the TC50's hardware design enhance cost-effectiveness?
A6: The TC50 adopts a highly efficient modular mechanical design, significantly reducing component complexity and hardware costs. This integrated structure maintains stable performance while allowing manufacturers to achieve flexible space allocation and expansion within a limited budget.
Q7: How to identify system abnormalities quickly via the TC50?
A7: The digital panel displays real-time alarm codes (such as thermocouple or heater failures). This intuitive mechanism enables operators to identify issues and perform troubleshooting instantly, even without extensive electrical expertise.



