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Action Instruments VisiPakTM Series 

Digital Indicator Selection Guide:

Input Selection Typical Application Indicator
DC Voltage or Current 
(V, mV, A, mA)

Includes field configurable input ranges, curve fitting linearization and square root extraction, wide ranging display with optimum filtering, and conditioning to reduce susceptibility to transients and noisy operations for accurate, stable readings
DC Process signal monitoring and alarming, including ON/OFF control, scaling and retransmission of process signal, two-wire transmitter excitation, 4-20mA loop-powered indication. Flow control (V430) and batch processing V108 (Indicating Alarm) 1/8 DIN 
V116 (Indicating Alarm) 1/16 DIN 
V132 (Indicating Alarm) 1/32 DIN 
V408 (Universal/Modbus) 1/8 DIN 
V430 (Flow, Rate, Totalizer) 1/8 DIN 
V438 (Alarms, Retrans) 1/8 DIN 
V560 (Loop Powered, IS) 
V561 (Loop Powered, EP Housing) 
V565 (Loop Powered, High Perf. IS)
Thermocouple 
(Types E, J, K, R, S, T)

Includes encapsulated cold-junction compensation (CJC) , and configurable burnout detection.
Temperature indication, montoring, alarming and retransmission of temperature  V108 (Indicating Alarm)1/8 DIN 
V116 (Indicating Alarm) 1/16 DIN 
V132 (Indicating Alarm) 1/32 DIN 
V408 (Universal/Modbus) 1/8 DIN 
V432 (Alarms, Retrans) 1/8 DIN 
RTD 
(Type PT, NI, CU)

Includes mA DC excitation supply for accurate stable measurement of 2 or 3-wire RTD resistance sensors
Temperature indication, montoring, alarming and retransmission of temperature  V108 (Indicating Alarm)1/8 DIN 
V116 (Indicating Alarm) 1/16 DIN 
V132 (Indicating Alarm) 1/32 DIN 
V408 (Universal/Modbus) 1/8 DIN 
V432 (Alarms, Retrans) 1/8 DIN 
Strain-Gauge
( ±15mV to 200mV)

Includes 5 or 10V excitation, for bridges from 300 ohm to 10K ohm
Pressure and load cell indication montoring, alarming, ON/OFF control peak hold plus TARE... V408 (Universal/Modbus) 1/8 DIN 
V434 (Alarms, Retrans) 1/8 DIN
Potentiometer 
(0-300 ohm to 0-10K ohm) 

Includes 5 or 10V excitation supply for 3-wire potentiometer or slidewires, to minimize circuitry at the sensor and provide accurate stable measurement
Tank level position and setpoint indication, monitoring, alarming and ON/OFF control V408 (Universal/Modbus) 1/8 DIN 
V438 (Alarms, Retrans) 1/8 DIN 
Frequency/Totalizer 
(0-1Hz up to 0-30KHz)

Pulse or square wave, TTL, open collector or contact closure 125mVpp to 120V amplitudes
Flow, rate, speed, indication, totalization, peak detect and alarming, including preset tracking for container fill applications V437 (Alarms, Retrans) 1/8 DIN
AC Current & Voltage
(0-5A, 0 to 50mV, up to 250V)

True RMS, high voltqage input or currnet inputs with optional shunt resistor 
AC powered and load monitoring, alarming and isolated retransmission of conditioned signal V436 (Alarms, Retrans) 1/8 DIN 


Temperature/Process Indicator

V108

Provides an Isolated Current Loop in Proportion to an AC Input 
  • Eliminates Ground Loops
  • Easy Field Configurable Switch Selectable Input Ranges 
  • Wide Ranging Zero and Span Adjustability (80%) 
  • Protects Equipment with 600V Input-to- Output Isolation 
  • Three Year Warranty
The VisiPak model V108 is a compact, 4 digit indicator (with alarms) that fits 1/8 Din cutouts. It accepts temperature inputs from J, K, T, L, N, R, S, B, C and Platinell II type thermocouples and three-wire Platinum 100 Ohm (Pt100) RTDs. Process variables such as 4-20mA or ranges within -9.99 to 80mV can also be measured. Other thermocouples such as D and E types or custom curves can be configured at the factory. Voltages ranges up to 0-10V can be measured with the optional (model SUB2-1V1) adapter.
Three programmable setpoint alarms can be field configured as rate of change, high or low, non-latching and high or low or new, latching alarms. The new alarm indicates the situation when a latched alarm has not been acknowledged and the measured value crosses the setpoint trip level for the second time. Alarm hysterisis (deadband) can be configured from 1 to 9999 process variable units. Each alarm has a programmable delay up to 999.9 seconds. 
The alarms can be linked to either of the relay outputs. These alarms can be configured in combination (e.g. one or all three alarms linked to one or both relays) and they will operate in fail-safe (e.g. normally energized) or non-fail-safe modes. Additionally, the display can be configured for password protection, limiting access to any or all functions. An alarm blocking function is also configurable to prevent alarms from tripping during a system’s initialization or start-up. Terminals are provided to accept alarm acknowledgement (e.g. remote push button). 
Thermocouple, three-wire RTD and mV inputs can be directly input into the indicator. Current signals such as 4-20mA are input using the 2.49W shunt resistor, which is included with the indicator and mounting hardware. Other shunt resistors can be used to measure higher current levels as long as the signal produced is within the -9.99mV to 80mV input range. Similarly, voltage inputs such as 0-10V can be measured using the optional input adapter or voltage divider (model SUB2-1V1). The four-digit display (9999) can be configured to match the input signal range to the preferred engineering units. Offsets and two point slope adjustments are fully programmable to compensate for sensor variances.

Miniature Temperature/Process Indicator

V116, V132 

Provides a 4 Digit Display and Alarm Output from RTD, Thermocouple or DC Inputs
  • Field Configurable Input for Thermocouple, RTD, mV, and 4-20mA Signals
  • Three Field Configurable Alarm Setpoint with One or Two Alarm Outputs 
  • Bright Green 4 Digit (9999) LED Display, Programmable for Engineering Units
  • Combination Alarm Functions, Alarm Blocking and Programmable Latching/Non-latching
  • NEMA 4X Front Panel with Tactile Front Panel Configuration Buttons 
  • Wide Ranging Power Supply: 85 to 264VAC or 20 to 29V DC or AC
  • Three Year Warranty
The VisiPak models V116 and V132 are compact, 4 digit indicators (with alarms) that fit 1/16 and 1/32 Din cutouts, respectively. They accept temperature inputs from J, K, T, L, N, R, S, C, B, and Platinell II type thermocouples and two-wire Platinum 100 Ohm (Pt100) RTDs. Process variables such as 4-20mA or ranges within -12 to 80mV can also be measured. Other thermocouples such as D and E types or custom curves can be configured at the factory. Voltages ranges up to 0-10V can be measured with the optional (model SUB2-1V1) adapter. 
Three programmable setpoint alarms can be field configured as high or low, non-latching and high or low or new, latching alarms. The new alarm indicates the situation when a latched alarm has not been acknowledged and the measured value crosses the setpoint trip level for the second time. Alarm hysterisis (deadband) can be configured from 1 to 9999 process variable units. 
The alarms can be linked to either the relay output or the digital I/O terminals. The digital I/O terminals can be configured to accept alarm acknowledgment input (e.g. remote push button). Or when configured as an output, those terminals will provide a TTL signal or drive an optional (model SUB2-1R7) relay. These alarm outputs can be configured in combination (e.g. one or all three alarms linked to the relay) and will operate in fail-safe (e.g. normally energized) or non-fail-safe modes. Additionally, the display can be configured for password protection, limiting access to any or all functions.An alarm blocking function is also configurable to prevent alarms from tripping during a system’s initialization or start-up.
Thermocouple, two-wire RTD and mV inputs can be directly input into the indicator. Current signals such as 4-20mA are input using the 2.49W shunt resistor, which is included with the indicator and mounting hardware. Other shunt resistors can be used to measure higher current levels as long as the signal produced is within the -12mV to 80mV input range. Similarly, voltage inputs such as 0-10V can be measured using the optional input adapter or voltage divider (model SUB2-1V1). The four-digit display (9999) can be configured to match the input signal range to the preferred engineering units. Offsets and two point slope adjustments are fully programmable to compensate for sensor variances. 

Universal Temperature/Pressure/Process Indicator

V408

Provides a 5 Digit Green or Red Display and Alarm Outputs from RTD, Thermocouple, Strain-Gauge or DC Inputs 
  • Universal Field Configurable Input for Thermocouple, RTD, mV, bridge, 0-10V and 4-20mA Signals 
  • Optimal modular Design Provides 3 Option Slots plus one Optional ModbusÒCommunication Slot 
  • Option modules for 2nd Input, DC Retrans, Sensor Excitation, 3 Digital Inputs and Outputs, and Relays 
  • Four Field Configurable Setpoints Support Combination Alarm Functions, Rate of Change, Deviation Alarms, Alarm Blocking and Latching/Non-latching 
  • NEMA 4 Front Panel with Plug-in From Front Design for Quick Replacement (Low MTTR)
  • Wide Ranging Power Supply: 85 to 264VAC or optional 20 to 29V DC or AC 
  • Three Year Warranty
The VisiPak model V408 is a 1/8 DIN, universal, 5 digit indicator with four alarms, two digital inputs and one SPDT relay output. Available with a green or red display, it accepts temperature inputs from J, K, T, L, N, R, S, B, C and Platinell II type thermocouples and three-wire Platinum 100 Ohm (Pt100) RTDs. Process variables such as 4-20mA, 1-5V and 0-10V as well as strain gauge, bridge inputs can also be measured. Other thermocouples or sensors such as D and E types or high accuracy 20 to 80 point custom linearization curves can be configured at the factory. Square root extraction or eight-point curve linearization can be user defined in the field. A second process input is available to accept remote setpoints and compare signals such as the average, difference, or selecting minimum or maximum readings.

Analog Input, Rate Indicator/Totalizer/Batch Controller

V430

Provides a Digital Display of Rate or Totalized Count from a DC Current or Voltage Input 
  • Field Configurable Input Accepts 4 to 20mA, 1 to 5V, 0 to 5V, or 0 to 10V Signals 
  • 6 Digit Display for Counts up to +999999, Independent Scaling for Both Rate and Total 
  • Programmable Square Root, 11 Point Linearization and Peak Hold Functions
  • 4 Visual Alarm Points with Front Panel LED Status Indication
  • Optional 2 Relay Output and 4-20mA Transmitter Output 
  • Isolated 24V Excitation Source
  • NEMA 4X Front Panel
 
The VisiPak model V430 is a programmable, analog input LED indicator which displays either rate or the totalized count of the rate. The time base of the rate can be set for seconds, minutes, hours (e.g. pulses per second, gallons per minute, or barrels per day) and the totalization factor can be set for conversion of rate units to totalization units (e.g. gallons per minute rate converted to totalized barrels). 
The VisiPak housing provides a NEMA 4X water tight front panel that fits 1/8 DIN cutouts. Additionally, square root, peak hold, low flow cut-off, square root and 11 point linearization functions are also included. 
The four visual setpoint alarms are standard and annunciated via individual front panel LEDs. Two can be programmed to alarm on rate limits and two can be programmed to alarm on a specific count or total, complete with delays and offsets. 
Two form C relays are available as optional outputs for the first two setpoints; either two for rate or two for totalized count, but not both. The rate alarms can be configured as high or low, failsafe or non-failsafe. Each rate setpoint has a 100% adjustable deadband (or reset points) which can be effectively used in on/off control applications or as a latching alarm. 
The totalized count alarms can be configured to trip at an exact count or one can be programmed to trip at an off-set count (e.g. set point #1 trips 10 counts before setpoint #2) for applications where batch size varies. Additionally the Priority Batch Programming feature allows quick access to the setpoints by holding the ENTER button down for three seconds. 

DC Input, Digital Indicator

V438

Provides a Digital Display of Process Variables from DC Voltage and Current Inputs
  • Field Configurable Input Accepts 4-20mA, 1-5V, 0-5V and 0-10V Signals 
  • 4 ½ Digit Display with Dummy Zero for 501 to +199990 Count Spans
  • 4 Visual Alarm Points with Front Panel LED Status Indication
  • Optional 2 Relay Output and 4-20mA Transmitter Output
  • Isolated 24V DC Excitation Source for 2-Wire Transmitter Inputs or the Optional 4-20mA Output 
  • 11 Point Linearization and Square Root - Curve Fitting Functions 
  • NEMA 4X Front Panel
The VisiPak model V438 is a versatile, field configurable, DC Current and Voltage input LED indicator which provides a NEMA 4X water tight front panel that fits 1/8 DIN cutouts. The four visual setpoint alarms are standard and annunciated via individual front panel LEDs. 
Two form C relays are available as optional outputs for the first two setpoints. They can be configured as high or low, failsafe or non-failsafe. Each setpoint has a 100% adjustable deadband (or reset points) which can be effectively used in on/off control applications or as a latching alarms. An isolated 4-20mA transmitter output is also available as an option, with or without the two relays. 
The V438 accepts 4-20mA, 1-5V, 0-5V and 0-10V inputs and displays any engineering scale required, between 501 and + 199990 counts with a programmable decimal for the full-scale span. There is an isolated 24V excitation source to power a two-wire transmitter or transducer. 
Field configuration of the input range, alarm function, and analog transmitter output scaling is quick and easy since only one button is required to toggle through the selections. The indicator is factory calibrated to rated accuracy but can be checked and adjusted in the field if necessary, using the same configuration button. 
A second front panel button is used for acknowledgement of alarms. This button can be pushed to unlatch or reset the optional output relay. For remote acknowledgement, terminals are provide to allow wiring of a switch to a different location. 
To prevent tampering and ensure safety a lockout jumper is used to limit access to the configuration button functions. When the lockout mode is enabled, only alarm setpoints and output scaling functions are displayed and they can not be altered without moving the lock jumper. 


 

Loop Powered LCD Indicator

V560

Provides a 3-1/2 Digit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) in Proportion to a 4-20mA Current Input 
  • Loop Powered Design Eliminates Extra Power Supply 
  • Large LCD Display/Readable from 30'
  • Switch Selectable 4-20/10-50mA Inputs and Decimal Points 
  • Easily Field Configurable Wide Ranging Display 
  • Trailing Dummy Zero Allows Readings ±19990
  • NEMA 4X Enclosure Withstands Hose Down & Corrosive Agents
  • FM & CSA Safety Approval for Hazardous Installations 
  • Three Year Warranty
The VisiPak V560 is a loop powered digital process indicator which derives its power entirely from the 4-20mA or 10-50mA signal being measured. No local power is required at the point of measurement. A large, 3-1/2 digit, 0.8" high Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) provides easy visibility and can be quickly and easily calibrated to the required range. Zero may be adjusted to ±1999 counts with any span of 100 counts or greater. The trailing “dummy” zero allows display readings to ±19990. The decimal point position is switch selectable and can be independently set to any of four (4) positions (1. 9. 9. 9.0). 

Loop Powered LCD Indicator

V561

Provides a 3 1/2 Digit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) in Proportion to a 4-20mA Current Input.
  • 4-20mA Input 
  • 3 1/2 Digit Display
  • Easy Calibration and Installation
  • Loop-Powered Backlighting Option
  • Low Operation Temperature : -40 to 85 C 
  • FM and CSA Approved Explosion Proof Enclosure
The V561 3½ digit loop-powered meter is perfect for applications where a simple inexpensive display is required and no AC power is available. And even if the lighting is poor, the loop-powered backlighting option lets you see the display under any lighting condition. This option gets its power from the 4-20 mA input loop so there is no need for additional wiring and no batteries to ever change. The V561 is in an Explosion-proof enclosure.

High Performance Loop-Powered LCD Indicator

V565

Provides a 3 ½ Digit LCD Indication with a 1 Volt Loop Drop
  • 1 Volt Loop Drop Provides Extra Compliance 
  • Selectable Square Root Mode for Flow Applications 
  • Large LCD Display/Readable from 30'
  • Switch Selectable 4-20/10-50mA, Decimal Points and Direct/ Reverse "Display Gain" 
  • FM and CSA Safety Approval for Hazardous Installations
  • Easy Field-Configurable, Wide-Ranging 3-½ Digit Display 
  • NEMA 4X Enclosure Withstands Hose-Down & Corrosive Agents 
  • Three Year Warranty
The VisiPak V565 is a loop-powered digital process indicator which derives its power entirely from the 4-20mA or 10-50mA signal being measured. No local power is required at the point of measurement. 
The large, 3-1/2 digit, 0.8" high Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) provides easy visibility up to 30 feet and can be quickly and easily calibrated to the required range. Zero and fullscale may be set anywhere between -1999 and 1999. Span from 0 to 3998 counts (100 count minimum span). 
The V565 provides linear or square root operation, permitting direct flow readings from differential pressure origins (e.g., orifice plates) and is equipped with selectable direct/reverse "display gain". Reverse operation provides a decreasing count with an increasing input. The trailing "dummy" zero allows display readings to ±19990. The decimal point position is switch selectable and can be independently set to any of four (4) positions (1.9.9.9.).

Temperature Input, Digital Indicator

V432

Provides a Digital Display of Temperature from RTD and Thermocouple Inputs
  • Field Configurable Input Accepts Pt100W RTD and J, K, T, E, R & S Type t/c Sensors 
  • RTDs (0.00385 or 0.00392 curve) to 1° or 0.1° 
  • 4 Visual Alarm Points with Front Panel LED Status Indication 
  • Optional 2 Relay Output and 4-20mA Transmitter Output 
  • NEMA 4X Front Panel • Displays °F or °C
The VisiPak model V432 is a versatile, field configurable, RTD and Thermocouple input LED indicator which provides a NEMA 4X water tight front panel that fits 1/8 DIN cutouts. The four visual setpoint alarms are standard and annunciated via individual front panel LEDs. 
Two form C relays are available as optional outputs for the first two setpoints. They can be configured as high or low, failsafe or non-failsafe. Each setpoint has a 100% adjustable deadband (or reset points) which can be effectively used in on/off control applications or as a latching alarm. An isolated 4-20mA transmitter output is also available as an option, with or without the two relays. 
The V432 accepts types J, K, T, E, R, and S thermocouples and 100W Pt RTD (.00385 and .00392 alpha curves) and displays temperature with 1 degree resolution (°F or °C). In addition, type T thermocouple and the 100W Pt RTD may be diplayed at 0.1 degree resolution. 
Field configuration of the input type, alarm function, and analog transmitter output scaling is quick and easy since only one button is required to toggle through the selections. The indicator is factory calibrated to rated accuracy but can be checked and adjusted in the field if necessary, using the same configuration button.


 

Frequency/Pulse Input, Rate Indicator/Totalizer/Batch Controller

V437

Provides a Digital Display of Rate or Totalized Count from a Frequency or Pulse Input 
  • Field Configurable Input Accepts Pulse, Open Colletor, Switch Closure, TTL or Square Wave Signals 
  • 6 Digit Display for Counts up to +999999
  • 4 Visual Alarm Points with Front Panel LED Status Indication 
  • Optional 2 Relay Output and 4-20mA Transmitter Output
  • Isolated 12V and 24V Excitation Source 
  • Programmable 11 Point Linearization and Peak Hold Functions 
  • NEMA 4X Front Panel
The VisiPak model V437 is a versatile, field configurable, AC Current and Voltage input LED indicator which provides a NEMA 4X water tight front panel that fits 1/8 DIN cutouts. The four visual setpoint alarms are standard and annunciated via individual front panel LEDs. 
Two form C relays are available as optional outputs for the first two setpoints. They can be configured as high or low, failsafe or non-failsafe. Each setpoint has a 100% adjustable deadband (or reset points) which can be effectively used in on/off control applications or as a latching alarms. An isolated 4-20mA transmitter output is also available as an option, with or without the two relays. 
The V437 accepts 50mV, 200mV, 2V, 20V, or 250VAC inputs and displays any engineering scale required, between 501 and + 199990 counts for the full-scale span. Current inputs up to 5A can be measured across a 0.1W shunt resistor (model C006) accessory. There is an isolated 24V excitation source to power the transmitter output. 
Field configuration of the input range, alarm function, and analog transmitter output scaling is quick and easy since only one button is required to toggle through the selections. The indicator is factory calibrated to rated accuracy but can be checked and adjusted in the field if necessary, using the same configuration button. 
A second front panel button is used for acknowledgement of alarms. This button can be pushed to unlatch or reset the optional output relay. For remote acknowledgement, terminals are provide to allow wiring of a switch to a different location.
To prevent tampering and ensure safety a lockout jumper is used to limit access to the configuration button functions. When the lockout mode is enabled, only alarm setpoints and output scaling functions are displayed and they can not be altered without moving the lock jumper. 

 

TRUE RMS AC Input, Digital Indicator

V436

Provides a Digital Display of Process Variables from AC Voltage Inputs
  • Field Configurable Input Accepts 50mV, 200mV, 2V, 20V or 250V Signals 
  • 4 ½ Digit Display with Dummy Zero for 501 to +199990 Count Spans
  • 4 Visual Alarm Points with Front Panel LED Status Indication 
  • Optional 2 Relay Output and 4-20mA Transmitter Output 
  • Isolated 24V DC Excitation Source for Transmitter Output or Transducers 
  • Noise Filter and Peak Value Functions
  • NEMA 4X Front Panel
The VisiPak model V436 is a versatile, field configurable, AC Current and Voltage input LED indicator which provides a NEMA 4X water tight front panel that fits 1/8 DIN cutouts. The four visual setpoint alarms are standard and annunciated via individual front panel LEDs. 
Two form C relays are available as optional outputs for the first two setpoints. They can be configured as high or low, failsafe or non-failsafe. Each setpoint has a 100% adjustable deadband (or reset points) which can be effectively used in on/off control applications or as a latching alarms. An isolated 4-20mA transmitter output is also available as an option, with or without the two relays. 
The V436 accepts 50mV, 200mV, 2V, 20V, or 250VAC inputs and displays any engineering scale required, between 501 and + 199990 counts for the full-scale span. Current inputs up to 5A can be measured across a 0.1W shunt resistor (model C006) accessory. There is an isolated 24V excitation source to power the transmitter output. 
Field configuration of the input range, alarm function, and analog transmitter output scaling is quick and easy since only one button is required to toggle through the selections. The indicator is factory calibrated to rated accuracy but can be checked and adjusted in the field if necessary, using the same configuration button. 
A second front panel button is used for acknowledgement of alarms. This button can be pushed to unlatch or reset the optional output relay. For remote acknowledgement, terminals are provide to allow wiring of a switch to a different location. 

To prevent tampering and ensure safety a lockout jumper is used to limit access to the configuration button functions. When the lockout mode is enabled, only alarm setpoints and output scaling functions are displayed and they can not be altered without moving the lock jumper. 

 


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