SX90

Process Controller
Description
The SX90 is a panel mounted 1/8th DIN controller, suitable for constant set point control of systems having fixed pre-programmed
set points. The controller has universal inputs, and outputs using PID for close control of industrial processes. The SX90 controller is
for use with the Spirax Sarco range of pneumatic and electric control valves and electrical and electropneumatic instruments.

SX90 features:
- Universal input - Resistance thermometers, thermocouples, mA and mV.
- Universal output - VMD (valve motor drive), mA and voltage for continuous, relay and
logic for switching control.
- Auxiliary power supply - For external transmitter requiring 24 Vdc.
- Set point - The SX90 can operate with local set point, remote set point, or a choice of 4
set points can be selected.
- Ramps - There are 2 independent ramps (ramp up and ramp down) for rate of change
from one set point to another.
- Remote set point - For cascade control (master/slave) using 2 controllers working
together, or to remotely control the set point.
- Retransmission - For retransmission of the process value, set value, or as second
analogue output.
-
Control

Event alarm - 4 programmable relay outputs for deviation, band, and process alarms.
Valves

- Quick codes - 5-digit quick codes enable easy set-up and commissioning of the
controllers
- Serial communications - For connecting via a serial port RS 485 (5 wire), up to 64
controllers into a supervisory system.
- Auto / man - The automatic to manual mode can be changed via the key board, or logic
Trans. & Sensors

inputs.
- Logic inputs - 3 logic inputs to provide a variety of selectable functions.
Controllers

- Potentiometer Input - For feedback of valve position.

- Text messages - Scrolling text messages can be configured to alert the user to process
conditions.
- Forced output - Forced output level defined by instrument parameter and activated by a
logic input or by writing to the parameter.

Approvals
These controllers conform to the Council Directive 93 / 68 / EEC and the regulations on the essential protection requirements in Electrical
Apparatus EN 61010-1.90.
- EMC emissions specification: EN 61326-1: 1997 Class B (including amendments A1, A2 and A3).
- EMC immunity specification: EN 61326-1: 1997 Industriallocations (including amendments A1, A2 and A3).
See the next two pages for SX90 Process Controller technical data

Dimensions
(approximate) in inches (mm)
1.9" 4.0"
(48 mm) (101 mm) Panel cut-out

3.8"
(96 mm) 3.6"
(92 mm) - 0.0
+0.8

1.7"
3.5" (45 mm)
(90 mm) -0.0
+0.6
How to order example: 1 off Spirax Sarco SX90 process controller.
Local regulation may restrict the use of this product below the conditions quoted. Limiting conditions refer to standard connections only.
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Technical data
General details
Mounting arrangement Panel mounted 1/8 DIN
Power supply 85 to 265 Vac, 9 W maximum
Electrical connections Screw connection terminal block
Panel sealing IP65 – plug in from front panel, NEMA 4X
Operating temperature / humidity 0 to 55°C, 5 to 85% RH
Atmospheres Not suitable for use in explosive or corrosive atmospheres
Electromagnetic compatibity (EMC) EN 61326
Electrical safety BS EN 61010 Installation Category II
Weight 0.8 lb (350 g)
Approvals CE

Process variable inputs

Calibration accuracy < ±0.25% reading ±1 LSD
Resolution < 0.5 μV with 1.6 sec filter
Input filter Off to 59.9 seconds
RTD 3 wire Pt100 DIN 43760
Bulb current 0.2 mA
Universal linear mA 4 - 20 mA, 0 - 20 mA, using external shunt resistor 2.49 Ω
Linear input range -10 to 80 mV
Thermocouples K, J, N, R, S, B, L, T, C, custom

Control
Valves
Sampling rate 4 Hz (250 ms)
Cold junction accuracy <±1°C at 25°C ambient
Accuracy linear mA < 0.1% reading
Input impedance 100 MΩ

Trans. & Sensors

Number of set points 3 plus remote set point

Controllers
User calibration 2 point gain and offset

Transmitter power supply

Isolation 300 Vac double isolated
Output voltage 18 V ±15%
Current 30 mA maximum
Load regulation < 1 V over 25 mA

Control action
Proportional band 1 - 9999 Engineering units or 0.01 to 300 %age or 0.1 - 3000
Integral time Off - 9999
Derivative time Off - 9999
One shot tune, or natural frequency tune. The controller will automatically select the best
Error band method according to the process conditions.
Auto tuning Hysteresis from 0.01 to 300.0 or 0.1 to 3000 Engineering units
On-Off control 1 - 9999 Engineering units or 0.01 to 300 %age or 0.1 - 3000
Cut back To minimise overshoot on critical processes.
Auto / manual modes Selectable from keyboard.

Relays
Isolation 300 Vac double insulated

Logic inputs (x2)

Contact closure Open > 1200R, Closed < 300R
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Comms
Isolation 300 Vac double isolation
Hardware EIA 485 5 wire (EIA 422 compatible)
Protocol Modbus RTU slave

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Remote set point input
Isolation 300 Vac double isolation
Calibration accuracy < ±0.25% reading ± 1 LSD
Sampling rate 4 Hz (250 ms)
Resolution >14 bits – 0.5 mV for 0 – 10 V input, 2 μA for 4 – 20 mA
Input impedance > 222 KΩ (Volts) 2.49Ω (Current)
Linear input range 0 – 10 V, 0 – 20 mA
Input filter Off to 59.9 seconds
Zero offset User adjustable over full range
User calibration 2 point gain and offset

Pot input
Pot resistance range 100 - 10 kΩ
Excitation voltage 0.46 to 0.54 V
Resolution 0.006% of Span (>14Bits)
Sample rate 1 Hz
Short circuit pot detection < 25 Ω
Open circuit pot detection > 2 MΩ
Open circuit wiper detection > 5 MΩ
Maximum 2A @ 264 Vac resistive
Contact rating Note: Maximum 2A per terminal limit applies where relays have common terminals.
(2 amps maximum for terminal AB)
Control
Valves

Outputs
Output 1 SPST N/O contact
Output 2 0 – 20 mA, 4 – 20 mA, 300 Vac double insulated, 13.5 bits resolution (<550 Ω)
Output 3 0 – 20 mA, 4 – 20 mA, 300 Vac double insulated, 13.5 bits resolution (<550 Ω)
Trans. & Sensors

Output 4 Changeover relay contacts

Controllers

Outputs 5 and 6 (VMD) 2 SPST interlocked N/O relays

Input filter Off to 59.9 seconds
Zero offset User adjustable over full range
User calibration 2 point gain and offset
Open circuit wiper detection > 5 MΩ

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Wiring diagrams
Warning: Safe operation of this product can only be guaranteed if it is properly installed, commissioned, used and maintained by qualified
personnel as stated in the IMI supplied with the unit. It is the duty of the Company Safety Officer to ensure that the product specific data
and Safety information within the supplied IMI has been fully understood and complied with.

Terminal diagram
Digital inputs C and D

1A 4A AA
IO1 C
Relay output
1B 4B AB Output 4
(Changeover relay)
D
2A 4C AC
Output 2
Analogue
2B 5A RV

Remote setpoint input

Outputs V 0-10 V; 4-20 mA
LB 5 and 6 5B RI
Digital
input B

Control
Valves
LC 5C RC

+ 3A PH
Output 3

Trans. & Sensors

Analogue 4-20 mA Potentiometer input

Controllers
3B HB PW Valve position control
-

+ 3C HC PL
Transmitter supply V
24 V ±10%
3D HD VI
- Sensor input
R = 2.49Ω
+
L HE V+ +
Line supply
100 to 230 Vac R
48 to 62 Hz
N HF V- -
-
Pt100 mA Thermocouple

RTD mV mV Tc
Digital communications W
EIA422
tr
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Wiring diagram for connecting the 4 - 20 mA transmitter

1A 4A AA

1B 4B AB

2A 4C AC

2B 5A RV

LB 5B RI

LC 5C RC

3A PH
Control
Valves

3B HB PW
Transmitter supply
Trans. & Sensors

3C +24v HC PL
Controllers

3D HD VI
0v

L HE V+
V = 10-50 mV 2R49
N HF V-

i < 30 mA i = 4-20 mA
1 (+) (-) 2

4 Screen

4-20 mA sensor
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