Badger Meter Europa GmbH

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Tel. +49-7025-9208-0
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DataControl 2500
Intelligent controller and data recorder

Features
• Calibration with front keypad or software
• Up to 4 sensors simultaneously
• Totalisator for each channel available
• Logger data can be shown in a graph or a table

Description Application
The DataControl 2500 is a versatile instrument to interface - 2-channel flow measurements
to standard sensors with analog and digital outputs. The - Flow control
measured input signals are evaluated for internal recording - Pump control
and control. - Monitored dual tank measurement
- Event recording
Applications - Data recording

The instrument can be interfaced simultaneously with up

to four 4-20 mA or 0-5 V analog and four digital sensors
performing measurements and computing parameters such
as: Level, volume, open channel flow, temperature, pH or
pressure.
The instrument provides a supply voltage 24 V/0.5 A as
power supply for the sensors. The output signals from
each connected sensor are adapted and evaluated.
The instrument can be programmed with various set
points resulting in 2 analog outputs and 2 digital outputs
or 6 relays. Complex switching sequences are possible and
a pump rotation for even wear can be configured.
As a recorder, the instrument is capable of storing as
much as one-month’s data at one-minute intervals or more
than a year’s data at 15-minute intervals, logging all data
channels. The longest adjustable time interval is 99
minutes.
Parameters
Units with analog output 4-20 mA such as level, pressure,
pH and temperature meters can be converted to their
respective functions like volume/ level, flow rate, pressure,
acidity and temperature by using one of the
preprogrammed conversion formulas or via a custom set
points table. When a 2-wire powered ultrasonic level
transmitter is connected, the DataControl 2500 can be set
to interpret the signal as percentage, distance / level,
volume or flow. Conversion formulas for different types of
tanks, weirs and flumes are stored in the memory to easily
configure volume & flow applications; alternatively a 35
point custom table can be used. Addition, subtraction and
averaging can be made via the unit. Totalizer functionality
is provided for each channel.

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Technical data
Type DataControl 2500 (8 channel measurement)
Housing material Plastic, UV-resistant
Dimensions HxWxD 240 x 270 x 76 mm
Protection class IP65
Operating temperature range -20°C to +60°C
Outputs 2 analog outputs 4-20 mA or 0-5 V, isolated
2 digital outputs max. 80 VDC / 30 mA
6 relays, max. 250 VAC / 6 A
RS232 or RS485
Voltage output 24 VDC / 50 mA and 12 VDC
Inputs 4 analog inputs 4-20 mA, isolated
4 digital inputs 1,3 VDC / 2 mA, optically isolated
Display function 8 lines for level, flow, total, volume, distance, temperature, pH or pressure
Display language English
Supply voltage 90 – 230 VAC / 10 W
Programming Via front keypad or PC with software (password protected)
Data logger 2 MB flash, programmable time intervals, capacity for approx. 44000 records, chart or graphics

Configuration Custom software

Configuration of the instrument can be done via the six
function keys and the graphical LCD display or via a
personal computer (PC) using the custom software supplied
with the unit. The configuration is password protected.
Using a personal computer and the custom software
supplied with the unit, the instrument can be configured
and all recorded data can be displayed in graphical or
alphanumerical format. The recorded data can also be
exported for further analysis in .csv format.

Data logging and communication • Independently programmable inputs

• Preprogrammed conversion formulas
• Data can be exported to PC
• Programed custom set point table
• Two Megabyte flash based storage
• Remote configuration and data retrieval
• Remote data retrieval
• Programmable control functions
• RS232 / RS485 network operation
• Programmable measurement functions
• Modem / GSM modem interface
• Firmware can be updated in the field

Remote communication with the instrument is possible

using RS232/RS485, modem or GSM modem (data &
SMS). Via this interface, configuration changes and data
retrieval are possible. Using the RS485 interface, a
network of up to 32 DataControl 2500 can be created. RF
telemetry is easily implemented by adding an external RF
transceiver.

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