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There simply is no way to analytically tune a controller if you do not know the type of algorithm and
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Ideally the most complete information on the controller is the difference equations. These equations
Get Payback CD describe the digital operation of the controller as implemented in software. For example, here are the
difference equations for a simple PID controller:
CUSTOMERS TALK et = PVt - SPt
xt = xt-1 + et-1 T / I
yt = Gain[et + xt + (et - et-1) D / T]
Where:
PV = process variable
SP = set point
yt = controller output
xt = temporary variable
T = controller sample interval
(NOTE: This simple example has no reset windup, no derivative gain limit and has
derivative action on error.)
With this information we can very accurately simulate and tune your controller.
X = Gain[E s + E/(I s) + D s]
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Does the controller use anti-reset windup? If so, describe how it works.
Does the controller use a D gain limit or derivative filter? If so, what is the time constant of the
filter in proportion to the D action?
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