WALL PLATE SERIES Phone: 1-888-967-5224

Installation & Operation Instructions

Website: workaci.com

PRECAUTIONS FIGURE 1: PLATE DIMENSIONS

• DO NOT RUN THE WIRING IN ANY CONDUIT
FRONT SIDE
WITH LINE VOLTAGE (24/120/230 VAC).

GENERAL INFORMATION
The Wall Plate Series temperature sensor is a single 4.50"
point temperature sensor that is designed for use (114.30 mm)

with electronic controllers in commercial heating and

cooling building management systems. It is available
with multiple thermistor or RTD options. Custom
ordering can include override and communication
jack. 2.75"
(69.85 mm)

For optimal temperature readings, follow these TOP

0.22"
tips: (5.59 mm)
• Do not install on external walls.
• Avoid air registers, diffusers, vents, and windows.
• Do not install near heat sources. eg: lamps,
FIGURE 2: MOUNTING
radiators, direct sunlight, copiers, chimney walls,
walls concealing hot-water pipes.
• Eliminate and seal all wall and conduit penetrations. Air
migration from wall cavities may alter temperature
readings.
STAINLESS PLATE
• Avoid confined areas such as shelves, closed
cabinets, closets, and behind curtains.

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
The ACI Stainless Plate temperature sensors are
mounted on the back of a 1 Gang stainless steel
plate. The foam pad will insulate the sensor from any
drafts in the wall. There are (2) 6-32 x 3/4" machine 48” - 60”
(1.2 - 1.5 m)
screws provided for junction box mounting.
Remove plastic film off stainless steel cover.
MOUNTING SCREWS
(#6-32 x 3/4")
Take care when mounting. Check local code for
mounting height requirements. Typical mounting
heights are 48-60” (1.2-1.5 m) off the ground and at
least 1.5’ (0.5 m) from the adjacent wall. The sensor
should be mounted in an area where air circulation is
well mixed and not blocked by obstructions. Refer to
the Wiring Instructions (p. 3) to make necessary
connections.

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WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FIGURE 3: TEMPERATURE WIRING
16 to 26 AWG twisted pair wires or shielded
cable is recommended for all sensors. Signal
wiring must be run separate from low and high 2-WIRE THERMISTOR or RTD WIRING
voltage wires (24/120/230VAC). All ACI thermis-
WIRE NUT
tors and RTD temperature sensors are both THERMISTOR OR
WIRING FROM CONTROLLER
ANALOG INPUT
RTD 2-WIRE
non-polarity and non-position sensitive. All
thermistor type units are supplied with (2)
flying lead wires, and all RTD’s are supplied
with (2) or (3) flying lead wires – see FIGURE 3
(right). The number of wires needed depends
on the application.

Connect thermistor/RTD wire leads to controller

analog input wires using wire nuts, terminal
blocks, or crimp style connectors. All wiring must 3-WIRE RTD WIRING
comply with all local and National Electric Codes.
SAME COLOR WIRES

Note: When using a shielded cable, be sure to RTD 3-WIRE

WIRING FROM CONTROLLER
ANALOG INPUT
connect only (1) end of the shield to ground at
the controller. Connecting both ends of the
shield to ground may cause a ground loop.
When removing the shield from the sensor end,
make sure to properly trim the shield to prevent WIRE NUT
any chance of shorting.

Note: If the controller requires a (2) wire input for

a RTD, connect the (2) common wires (same
color) together. If the controller requires (3) wires,
use (3) individual wires.

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SOLUTION(S)
Sensor reading is incorrect • Verify sensor wiring to controller is not damaged and has continuity.
• Verify sensor or wires are not shorted together.
• Verify controller is setup for correct sensor curve.
• Disconnect sensor wires and take a resistance (ohm) reading
with a multimeter.
• Compare the resistance reading to the Temperature Vs Resistance
Curves online: http://www.workaci.com/content/thermistor-curves-0
• Verify proper mounting location to confirm no external factors are
affecting reading.
Sensor reads infinity/very high resistance • Sensor or wires are open.
Sensor reads low resistance • Sensor or wires are shorted together.
Erratic readings • Bad wire connections.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SENSOR NON-SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Number Sensing Points: One
Operating | Storage Temperature Range: -40 to 71 °C (-40 to 160 °F)
Operating Humidity Range: 10 to 95% RH, non-condensing
Plate Material: SP Series: 430 Stainless Steel (Brushed Stainless Steel Finish)
AP Series: Aluminum (Smooth Satin Finish, Clear Anodized)
THERMISTOR
Sensor Output @ 25 °C (77 °F): A/1.8K: 1.8 KΩ nominal (Red/Yellow) A/CSI: 10 KΩ nominal (Green/Yellow)
(Lead Wire Colors) A/3K: 3 KΩ nominal (White/Brown) A/10KS: 10 KΩ nominal (White/Blue)
*Does not include CL2P A/AN (Type III): 10 KΩ nominal (White/White) A/10K-E1: 10 KΩ nominal (Gray/Orange)
A/AN-BC: 5.238 KΩ nominal (White/Yellow) A/20K: 20 KΩ nominal (Brown/Blue)
A/CP (Type II): 10 KΩ nominal (White/Green) A/100KS: 100 KΩ nominal (Black/Yellow)
A/50K: 50KΩ nominal (Brown/Yellow)
Accuracy @ 0-70 °C (32 - 158 °F): A/1.8K Series: +/- 0.5 °C @ 25 °C (77 °F) A/10K-E1 Series: +/- 0.3 °C (+/- 0.54 °F)
and (+/-1.0 °C) (+/-1.8 °F) All Else: +/- 0.2 °C (+/- 0.36 °F)
PLATINUM
Sensor Output @ 0 °C (32 °F): A/100: 100 Ω nominal A/1K: 1 KΩ nominal
Accuracy @ 0 °C (32 °F):: +/- 0.06% Class A (Tolerance Formula: +/- °C = (0.15 °C + (0.002 * |t|))
where |t| is the absolute value of Temperature above or below 0 °C in °C)
@ -40 °C (-40 °F): +/- 0.23°C (+/- 0.414 °F) @ 71 °C (160 °F): +/- 0.292 °C (+/- 0.53 °F)
@ 0 °C (32 °F): +/- 0.15°C (+/- 0.27 °F)
BALCO
Sensor Output @ 21.1 °C (70 °F): 1 KΩ nominal (Orange/Red)
Accuracy: @ 21.1 °C (70 °F): +/- 1%
NICKEL
Sensor Output @ 21.1 °C (70 °F): 1 KΩ nominal (Red/Red)
Accuracy: @ -40 °C (-40 °F): +/- 1.52 °C (+/- 2.73 °F) @ 21.1 °C (70 °F): +/- 0.17 °C (+/- 0.34 °F)
@ 0 °C (32 °F): +/- 0.4 °C (+/- 0.72 °F) @ 54.4 °C (130 °F): +/- 0.56 °C (+/- 1.00 °F)

WARRANTY
The ACI Plate Series temperature sensors are covered by ACI’s Five (5) Year Limited Warranty, which is located in
the front of ACI’S SENSORS & TRANSMITTERS CATALOG or can be found on ACI’s website: www.workaci.com.

W.E.E.E. DIRECTIVE
At the end of their useful life the packaging and product should be disposed of via a suitable recycling
centre. Do not dispose of with household waste. Do not burn.

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Automation Components, Inc. Version: 3.0

2305 Pleasant View Road | Middleton, WI 53562
Phone: 1-888-967-5224 | Website: workaci.com I0000814