MPS AND MPS PR¼″

16 OUTPUT DEMAND
CONTROLLER
PENTAIR CLEAN AIR SYSTEMS
MECAIR 16 OUTPUT DEMAND
CONTROLLER
MPS

DESCRIPTION the filter is new or when the filtering

The Model “MPS” has been designed elements are new.) This function is
to guarantee the control of diaphragm used in filters where it is necessary
valves mounted on pulse-jet dust to ensure that the filtering elements
collector filters containing filter bags absorb special reagents which act
or cartridges. The main function of the as a further protection. By setting a
MPS is to ensure the filter is cleaned higher ΔP value (Precoating ΔP value),
only when it exceeds the set ΔP. All it allows the filtering elements to
the technical characteristics comply properly absorb the reagents injected
with the CE Directive. The MTS-PR¼″ into the filter. Once the Precoating ΔP
conforms to the European Directive value has been reached, the pulsing
(89/336 EEC and 93/68 EEC). will commence and will cease once
it reaches the normal operating DP
Upon request it is possible to supply
value. This value will no longer be
the unit in accordance to the European
considered in the normal functioning
Directive EC/94/9 ATEX, ATEX II 3D
of the filter.
(zone 22).
The MPS sequencer is available in MAIN FEATURES
the following versions: MPS4, MPS8, • Operates in MANUAL or AUTOMATIC
MPS12, MPS16. (ΔP) mode
The MPS unit visualises all the values • Automatic start-up of cleaning cycle
set, via a digital display (Operating ΔP, according to set ΔP
pulse time, pause time, number of • SHUT-DOWN CLEANING with
shut-down cleaning cycles). selectable number of cleaning cycles
The pause time used when in • PRECOATING function for new filters
shut‑down cleaning mode is the or filters equipped with new filtering
same as the pause time set when elements
in manual mode. • REMOTE function

The MPS unit also has the • ALARM contact enabling connection
“PRECOATING” function, which to external alarms
allows the user to set a higher value • HOUR COUNTER
of ΔP than normally required. (This • ΔP value playback (option)
is normally possible only once when
• 4–20 mA ΔP output (optional)

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MECAIR 16 OUTPUT DEMAND
CONTROLLER
MPS

DIMENSIONS MPS 4–16 (mm)

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Enclosure ABS grey – transparent cover

Protection rating IP65
Dimensions MPS 4-8-12-16 outlets: enclosure 213 × 185 × 133 mm
Weight Approx 2 kg
Connections Terminal blocks – max. section 2,5 mm2
Temperature Storage: −20°C/+80°C
Operation: −10°C/+50°C, with duty cycle (intermittent) 30%
Power inlet Standard: Optional:
115/230 V AC (±10%), 50/60 Hz 24/48 V AC (±10%), 50/60 Hz
(Selectable via jumpers)
Outlet power * Standard: Optional:
24/115/230 V AC – 50/60 Hz (In and Out upon Request) 48 V AC
IN – OUT 24 V DC
Absorbed power Without outlet: 25 V A – 20 W
Relay 2 A – 250 V AC
Main fuse 500 mA – delayed 115/230 V 2 A delayed 24/48 V
Pulse time 0,01–9.99 sec.
Pause time 1–999 sec.
Pause time in automatic 1–999 sec.
Operating ΔP 0.01–2.50 kPa
Set alarm ΔP 0.01–2.50 kPa
Shut-down cleaning 0–99 cycles
Remote control To be operated from a non-powered external contact (normally open).
ΔP precoating 0.01–2.49 kPa
Hour counter 0–65.999 hours

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MECAIR 16 OUTPUT DEMAND
CONTROLLER
MPS PR¼″

DESCRIPTION MAIN FEATURES

The Model MPS PR¼″ – 24/DC″ • Automatic start-up of cleaning cycle
economiser is an integrated model according to set DP
which incorporates the remote pilot • Remote pilot valves (brass) pre-wired
valves, model PR¼″, which can be in enclosure complete with electronic
pneumatically connected to the economiser controller
diaphragm valves type “VEM” rather
• PRECOATING function for new filters
than with electrical connections.
or filters equipped with new filtering
This version has been designed to elements
guarantee the control of diaphragm • Operates in MANUAL or AUTOMATIC
valves mounted on pulse-jet dust (ΔP) mode
collector filters containing filter bags
• SHUT-DOWN CLEANING with
or cartridges.
selectable number of cleaning cycles
All the technical characteristics comply • REMOTE function
with the CE Directive. The MPS PR¼″
• ALARM contact enabling connection
conforms to the European Directive
to external alarms
(89/336 EEC and 93/68 EEC).
• HOUR COUNTER
Upon request it is possible to supply the
• DP value playback (option)
unit in accordance with the European
Directive EC/94/9 ATEX, ATEX II 3D • 4–20 mA ΔP output (optional)
(zone 22). GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
The pilots are mounted within the Fluid Air dry and oil free
enclosure, are pre-wired and have a
Air inlet ¼″ Gas
¼″ Gas female thread to be used for the
pneumatic connections between the Operating pressure From 0.5 to 7.5 bar
remote pilot and the diaphragm valve. Exhaust 18 ″ Gas
The MPS PR¼″ is available from
a minimum of 2 pilot valves to a CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS

maximum of 16 pilot valves mounted Pilot body Brass

within the enclosure. Pilot Brass
Lock nut Zinc plated
O-ring NBR

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MECAIR 16 OUTPUT DEMAND
CONTROLLER
MPS PR¼″

DIMENSIONS

SEQUENCER MPS2–6 - PR¼″ SEQUENCER MPS7–12 - PR¼″

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Enclosure ABS grey – transparent cover

Protection rating IP65
Connections Terminal blocks – max. section 2,5 mm2
Temperature Storage: −20°C/+80°C
Operation: −10°C/+50°C, with duty cycle (intermittent) 30%
Power inlet Standard: Optional:
115/230 V AC (±10%), 50/60 Hz 24/48 V AC (±10%), 50/60 Hz
(Selectable via jumpers)
Absorbed power Without outlet: 25 V A – 20 W
Relay 2 A – 250 V AC
Main fuse 500 mA – delayed 115/230 V 2 A delayed 24/48 V
Pulse time 0.01–9.99 sec.
Pause time in manual 1–999 sec.
Pause time in automatic 1–999 sec.
Operating ΔP 0.01–2.50 kPa
Set alarm ΔP 0.01–2.50 kPa
Shut-down cleaning 0–99 cycles
Remote control To be operated from a non-powered external contact (normally open).
ΔP precoating 0.01–2.49 kPa
Hour counter 0–65.999 hours

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 Mecair 16 Output Demand Controller EU Compliant Rev02 02/15

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