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PTC5000 5 A PCB-Mount Temperature Controller
- Drive ±5 A of TEC or heater current
- Single Supply operation: +5 to +30 V
- PCB-Mount design integrates easily
- Remote enable setpoint
- Linear stability: 0.0012°C
- Selectable sensor bias current
- Adjustable current limit
- PI control with "Smart Integrator"
- Fan and heatsink are already integrated
- Failsafe Setpoint Default for D/A
1 - 5 each
$387.00
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1 - 5 each$387.00
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6 - 14 each
$387.00$360.00 -
15 - 24 each
$387.00$353.00 -
25+ each
$387.00$345.00
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TIME-TESTED RELIABILITY
The PTC Series PCB Mount Temperature Controllers are based on our long-proven PTC-CH controllers, and deliver the precision performance and reliability you expect from Wavelength Electronics. PTC Series controllers are found in such diverse applications as particle and droplet measurement, communications, manufacturing test, and medical systems. It is CE certified. A PDF version of the Declaration of Conformance is available.POWERFUL AND EASY TO USE
The PTC5000 drives ±5 amps and the PTC10000 drives ±10 amps to a Peltier thermoelectric cooler, and both can be configured to drive unipolar current to a resistive heater. These controllers mount directly to your circuit board. The PTC controllers operate from a single power supply between 5 V and 30 V. The controllers interface with a variety of temperature sensors, and the bias current is adjustable in order to maximize controller sensitivity and stability for your application temperature range and target setpoint. You can use the PTCEVAL evaluation board to quickly configure the PTC controller for prototyping and benchtop use. Using the same controller for development and production helps guarantee there are no surprises when it’s time to integrate the final design.PRACTICAL FEATURES ENHANCE VERSATILITY
Valuable features make your product more robust to real-world conditions and minimize your electronics overhead:- Onboard controls, combined with the ability to remotely control the PTC allows maximum application versatility.
- Built-in heatsink and fan simplifies thermal management of the controller.
- Adjustable sensor current to maximize control sensitivity.
- If the remote temperature setpoint signal is lost, the controller defaults to a standard “safe” temperature setpoint (25ºC when a 10 kΩ thermistor is used). The safe temperature can be changed at the factory; call for details.
- An onboard trimpot is used to set the output current limit to prevent over-driving the TEC, and helps protect your load from thermal runaway situations.
- Proportional gain is easily adjusted with an onboard trimpot
- Low temperature coefficient design remains stable across a wide range of ambient conditions.
COUNT ON WAVELENGTH ELECTRONICS
Download the brochure to view detailed specifications, and then call Wavelength’s sales engineers so we can help you choose the right temperature controller for your application. Free, effective, and responsive technical support is available to simplify integration of Wavelength products into your OEM design. Standard product can be easily modified to meet your application requirements.Controller Supply Voltage: +5 to +30 V
Maximum Output Current: up to ±5 A
Temperature Stability: 0.0012°C (10 kΩ thermistor at 25°C) over one hour
Stability across ambient: 0.0014°C (10 kΩ thermistor at 25°C) over one hour – Ideal for scanning applications
Setpoint vs. Actual Temperature Accuracy: less than 1 mV, typical
Features:
-Adjustable output current limit
-Default Setpoint: If external setpoint drops below 0.3 V, an onboard default circuit sets it to 1 V. [25°C with a 10 kΩ thermistor]
-PI controller with “Smart Integrator” minimizes overshoot and time to temperature
-Compatible with multiple sensors
-Adjustable sensor bias current optimizes sensor feedback voltage
-Can operate with unipolar current for Resistive Heaters
Maximum Internal Power Dissipation: 110 W
PCB Mount Module size: 3.9″ x 2.2″ x 2.3″
PTC-PCB Mechanical Dimensions
SOFTWARE
APPLICATION & TECH NOTES
- AN-LD11: How to Add Complex Technology -- Build or Buy?
- AN-LDTC02: Environmental Regulation Compliance Guide
- AN-LDTC04: Test Load Basics
- AN-LDTC06: ESD Basics
- AN-LDTC08: Product Selection & Comparison
- AN-TC08: Mounting and Soldering Nickel-Lead Thermistors
- AN-TC09: Specifying Thermoelectric Coolers
- AN-TC10: Temperature Controller Basics
- AN-TC11: Thermistor Basics
- AN-TC14: Calibration Coefficients and Thermistor Selection
- AN-TC15: Compliance Voltage & Temperature Control Design with Multiple Thermoelectric Coolers
- TN-TC01: Optimizing Thermoelectric Temperature Control Systems
- TN-TC02: How is Temperature Stability Measured?
ACCESSORIES
| SKU | DESCRIPTION | PRICE | IMAGE |
| PTCEVAL | PTCEVAL Evaluation Board for PTC PCB Series |
$197.00 You save (%) |
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| PWRPAK-5V | Switching Power Supply 6 A, 5 V | $161.00 |  |
| TCS10K5 | TCS10K5 10 kΩ Thermistor (0.5x3mm) Sold in 5-packs |
$99.00 You save (%) |
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| TCS610 | TCS610 10 kΩ Thermistor (2x3mm) Sold in 10-packs |
$99.00 You save (%) |
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| TCS620 | TCS620 20 kΩ Thermistor (2x3mm) Sold in 10-packs |
$99.00 You save (%) |
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| TCS650 | TCS650 50 kΩ Thermistor (2x3mm) Sold in 10-packs |
$99.00 You save (%) |
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| TCS651 | TCS651 100 kΩ Thermistor (2x3mm) Sold in 10-packs |
$99.00 You save (%) |
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| THERM-PST | Thermal Paste |
$19.00 You save (%) |
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