ABB COMMANDER 310 User manual

ABB Instrumentation
Installation Guide
COMMANDER 310
Universal
Process Controller
COMMANDER 310
A1 A2 L R ST M
47.5
50.0

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The Company
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CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION .................................. 2
2 PREPARATION.................................... 3
2.1 Checking the Code Number......... 3
3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION .......... 4
3.1 Siting .......................................... 4
3.2 Mounting ...................................... 5
4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ............ 6
4.1 Access to Terminals..................... 6
4.2 Setting the Input Selector Links ... 6
4.3 Setting the Isolated Output Link... 6
4.4 Cable Glands and
Conduit Fixings ............................ 8
4.4.1 Cable Glands
(IEC – 20mm) ................... 8
4.4.2 Conduit Adaptors
(N. American – 0.5in)........ 8
4.4.3 Cable Glands
(N. American – 0.5in)........ 9
4.5 Connections Summary............... 10
4.6 Input Connections ...................... 12
4.6.1 Thermocouple
(THC) Inputs ................... 12
4.6.2 3-lead Resistance
Thermometer (RTD)
Inputs.............................. 12
4.6.3 2-lead Resistance
Thermometer (RTD)
Inputs.............................. 12
4.6.4 Links for Unused Inputs.. 12
4.7 Output Connections ................... 14
4.8 Relay Connections..................... 14
4.9 Motorized Valve Connections .... 14
4.10 Logic Input Connections ............ 15
4.11 Power Supply Selection and
AC Connections ......................... 16
5 INSTALLATION RECORD ................. 17

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The COMMANDER 310 Series documentation is shown in Fig. 1.1. The Standard Manuals,
including the specification sheet, are supplied with all instruments. The Modbus Supplement is
supplied with instruments configured for Modbus Serial Communication.
This manual includesan Installation Record which shouldbe completed asa log ofthe electrical
installation. The record is useful when carrying out initial instrument programming and can be
retained for future reference.
1 INTRODUCTION
PROGRAMMING
Part No.
IM/C300–PG
Basic Config. Level
Advanced Config. Level
OPERATION
Setting Up
Displays & Controls
Operating Level
Simple Fault Finding
Part No.
IM/C300–OG
Part No.
IM/C310–INS
INSTALLATION
Product Identification
Siting
Mounting
Electrical Connections
Installation Record
MODBUS (RTU)
Serial Adaptors
Serial Connections
Programming Page
Modbus Registers
Part No.
IM/C310–MOD
SPECIFICATION SHT.
Full Specification
Part No.
SS C310
Standard Manuals Modbus Supplement
Fig. 1.1 Commander 310 Documentation

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2 PREPARATION
2.1 Checking the Code Number – Fig. 2.1
Fig. 2.1 Location of Code Number Label
COMMANDER 310 Universal Process Controller C310 /
None
RS485 Modbus Serial Comms. 00
01
115V AC *
230V AC
24V AC
1
2
3
0
1
3
Standard
CSAApproved
CL1, DIV 2; CSA/FM
Configured to Factory Standards
Configured to Customers Details
Agreed Special Feature
STD
CUS
SPXX
XXXXXXXX
Option
Board
Power
Supply
Build
Configuration
Special Features
Table 2.1 Identification of Instrument Code Number
* 115V AC versions are fitted with 0.5in NPT gland entry fixings – see Section 4.4.2
Code Number Label – see Table 2.1
C310 / X X X X X X X X

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3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
EC Directive 89/336/EEC
In order to meet the requirements of the
EC Directive 89/336/EEC for EMC
regulations, this product must not be used
in a non-industrial environment.
3.1 Siting – Figs. 3.1 and 3.2 A – Within Temperature Limits
B – Within Humidity Limits
Sensor
Minimum
A – Close to Sensor
B – At Eye-level Location
Fig. 3.1 General Requirements
C – Avoid Vibration
55°C
Max.
0°C
Min.
0 to 90% RH
+
IP66/
NEMA4X
Caution. Select a location
away from strong electrical and
magnetic fields. If these cannot be
avoided, particularly in applications
where ‘walkie talkies’ are used,
connect using screened cables
within earthed metal conduit.
D – Use Screened Cables
Fig. 3.2 Environmental Requirements
C – Within Protection Rating Limits

5
3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION…
3.2 Mounting – Figs. 3.3 and 3.4
The instrument is designed for wall-/pipe-mounting – see Fig. 3.4. Overall dimensions are
shown in Fig. 3.3.
Dimensions in inches (mm)
2.68 (68)
8.43
(214) 9.13
(232)
Fixing Centres
6.3 (160)
9.84
(250)
2.72 (69)
Fixing Centres
Allowance for
Cable Bends
7.9 (200)
1.65
(42)
2
3
/
8
(61) O.D. Vertical or
Horizontal Post
Fixing Holes
(x3) 0.25 (6.5) Dia
Fig. 3.3 Overall Dimensions
Fig. 3.4 Wall-/Pipe-mounting Details
Mark fixing
centres
(see Fig. 3.3)
1
2
Drill suitable
holes
3
Fix instrument to
wall using
suitable fixing
Position ‘U’ bolts on pipe
Position plates over ‘U’ bolts
Secure transmitter to mounting plate
Secure plates
(Pipe Mounting Kit –
part no. 4600/0138)
1
2
3
4

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4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Warning. Before making any
connections, ensure that the power
supply, any high voltage-operated control
circuits and high common mode voltages
are switched off.
Note.
• Always route signal leads and power
cables separately, preferably in
earthed metal conduit.
• It is strongly recommended that
screened cable is used for signal
inputsand relay connections. Connect
the screen to the ground stud.
Information. Use cable appropriate
fortheloadcurrents. Theterminalsaccept
cables up 12AWG (2.5mm2).
4.1 Access to Terminals – Fig. 4.1
For access to terminals – refer to Fig. 4.1,
steps 1to 3.
4.2 Setting the Input
Selector Links – Fig. 4.2A
Plug-in links on the microprocessor p.c.b. are
positioned according to the type of Process
Variable Input, Remote Set Point Input and
Valve Position Feedback Inputs used.
Remove the instrument front panel – see
Fig. 4.1, steps 1to 6.
Referring to Fig. 4.2A, set the link positions
for the input type required.
4.3 Setting the Isolated
Output Link – Fig. 4.2B
A plug-in link (PL7) on the microprocessor
p.c.b. is positioned according to the isolated
output required, either a current
proportioning control output (programmable
in range 0 to 20mA) or a 12V logic output
(minimum load 400Ω). Referring to Fig. 4.2B
– steps 1and 2, set the link for the output
type required.
To use a 12V logic output, the control type
must be set to Time Proportioning Control –
see Fig. 3.1 of the Programming Guide .
Fig. 4.1 Access to Terminals and Processor Board
Slacken captive screws and
remove protection cover
Remove front
panel screws
Remove front
panel
Remove cap
and screw
4
6
slide
down
1
Pull out
slightly…
…and
slide off
2
2
5
3

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4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION…
B – Isolated Output Types
Fig. 4.2 Setting the Selector Links
A – Input Types
PL3
Position
Feedback
Input
PL2
Remote
Set Point
Input
PL1
Process
Variable
Input
PL2
PL1
1 6
12 7
1 4
8 5
PL1
PL2
1 6
12 7
1 4
8 5
PL1
PL2
1 6
12 7
1 4
8 5
2-wire
Transmitter
Input
1 6
12 7
PL1
1
2
Identify Link PL7
Set links for output type required
mA
PL3
1 4
8 5
R, mV,
THC & RTD
PL3
1 4
8 5
V
PL3
1 4
8 5
Analog Output
Logic Output or
PL7
1
PL7
1

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4.4 Cable Glands
and Conduit Fixings
4.4.1 Cable Glands
(IEC – 20mm) – Fig. 4.3
4.4.2 Conduit Adaptors
(N. American – 0.5in) – Fig. 4.4
Warning.
• Rigidconduit mustNOT befitted tothe
controller.
• Controller adaptors must incorporate
a face seal.
• Torque settings for the hubs and outer
nuts on the specified adaptors is 20ft.
lbs minimum, 25ft. lbs. maximum.
Information.
• Suitable adaptors for controller
(mandatory for FM installations):
APPLETON
ST-50 PLUS STG-50 or STB-50
PLUS STG-50.
Reusable ONLY with replacement
ferrule STF-50.
O.Z. GEDNEY
4Q-50, 4Q50T or 4Q-50TG.
Fig. 4.4 Conduit Adaptors
'O'-Ring
Fig. 4.3 Cable Gland
(Supplied as standard)
Ferrule
Outer Nut
Seal
(Present
in O.Z.
Gedney
Fittings)
Alternative
Face Seal
Face
Seal Hub

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4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION…
Fig. 4.5 Cable Glands
4.4.3 Cable Glands
(N. American – 0.5in) – Fig. 4.5
Warning.
• Controller glands must be fitted with a
face seal.
• Torque settings (hubs only) – 20ft. lbs
minimum, 25ft. lbs. maximum.
• Outer nuts – hand tight plus a half turn
only.
Information.
• SuitableCableGlands:(mandatory for
FM installations):
O.Z. GEDNEY
SR-50-375 or SR-504
APPLETON
CG 3150 or CG-3150S (and STG-
50 sealing ring).
THOMAS & BETTS
2521.
• When fitting cable glands to the
controller, start with an outer gland
and also temporarily fit a gland at the
opposite end, to aid location of the
transmitter gland plate. Fit and tighten
glands consecutively from initial
gland.
Fittings
vary
slightly
for
different
makes
Outer Nut
Alternative
Face Seal
Face
Seal Hub
Illustration
typical for
O.Z.Gedney

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Fig. 4.6 Terminal Block Identification
4.5 Connections Summary – Fig. 4.6
Information.
Input impedances:
Low voltage(mV) >10MΩ
Voltage >10MΩ
Current 10Ω.
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18 19 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 3132
10 11 12 13 14 15
12
16 17
Power
Supply
Relay 1
Relay 2
Relay 3
MODBUS (RTU)
(if option fitted)
Retransmission Output
Position Feedback Input
Process Variable Input
Remote Set Point Input
Logic Input
Control Output

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4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION…
Table 4.1 Electrical Connections
Terminal Number
1
2
3 N/O
4 C
5 N/C
6 N/O
7 C
8 N/C
9 N/O
10 C
11 N/C
12
13
14
15
16
17
18 Tx+
19 Tx–
20 Common
21 Rx+
22 Rx–
23 +
24 –
25 +
26 –
27 3rd lead
28 Input 3+
29 Input 3–
30
31
32
3rd lead/2-wire TX
Input 1+
Input 1–
3rd lead
Input 2+
Input 2–
Retransmission Output/Cool Output – see Fig. 4.15
Process Variable Input or 2-wire Tx Power Supply
– see Figs. 4.7 to 4.9, – see Fig. 4.13
4.12 and 4.14
Remote Set Point Input – see Figs. 4.7 to 4.12 and 4.14
Relay 1 Output Motorized Valve Control Relay (open)
– see Fig. 4.17 – see Fig. 4.19A
Relay 2 Output Motorized Valve Control Relay (close)
– see Fig. 4.17 – see Fig. 4.19A
Relay 3 Output
– see Fig. 4.17
AC Supply
L
N– see Fig. 4.22
Alarm Relays
Position Feedback Input – see Figs. 4.18 , 4.19A and 4.19B
Logic Input 1 – see Figs. 4.20 and 4.21
Logic Input 2 – see Figs. 4.20 and 4.21
Common
RS 485 Modbus Serial Communications Option 1 only – see
Modbus (RTU) Communications Supplement, IM/C310–MOD
Current Proportioning Control Output/Heat Output Fig. 4.15
or 12V Logic Control Output Fig. 4.16
24V, 115V or 230V a.c.

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4.6 Input Connections
Make connections to each input, as shown in Figs 4.4 to 4.14, first removing any factory-fitted
wire links not required.
4.6.1 Thermocouple (THC) Inputs – Fig. 4.7
Note. Automatic Cold Junction Compensation (ACJC) is active when an input is
programmed for use with thermocouples. Use the correct compensating cable between the
THC and the terminals – see Table 4.2.
If an external fixed cold junction is used, the connections to the instrument must be made
with copper cable. The input must be programmed for mV input signals and the appropriate
THC linearizer selected – see Sections 4.5 and 4.6 of the Programming Guide.
Table 4.2 Thermocouple Compensating Cables
4.6.2 3-lead Resistance Thermometer (RTD) Inputs – Fig. 4.8
The three leads must have equal resistance, not exceeding 50Ωeach.
4.6.3 2-lead Resistance Thermometer (RTD) Inputs – Fig. 4.9
If long leads are necessary it is preferable to use a 3-lead RTD. If the RTD is to be used in a
hazardous area a 3-lead RTD must be used.
4.6.4 Links for Unused Inputs
To reduce susceptibility to electro-magnetic interference, ensure that the three terminals on
each unused input are shorted together with sleeved wire links.
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Remote Set Point
Sleeved
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Fig. 4.8 3-lead Resistance
Thermometer Input Connections
Fig. 4.9 2-lead Resistance
Thermometer Input Connections
Fig. 4.10 3-lead Resistance
Remote Set Point Input Connections
Fig. 4.11 2-lead Resistance
Remote Set Point Input Connections
Fig. 4.7 Thermocouple Input Connections
Fig. 4.13 2-wire Transmitter
Power Supply Input Connections
Fig. 4.12 Current Input Connections
Fig. 4.14 Voltage Input Connections
Fig. 4.15 Current Proportioning Control
and Retransmission Output Connections
Fig. 4.16 Logic Control Output Connections
4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION…
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Sleeved
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–
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Tx
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Process Variable
Remote Set Point
Sleeved
Link
–
+
12V Logic Output for ON/OFF
or Time-proportioning Control 25 26
–
+
Retransmission O/P
or 'Cool' Analogue O/P
in Heat/Cool
Current Proportioning
Control Output
23
25 24 26
–
+

14
4.7 Output Connections
Make connections as shown in Figs 4.15 and
4.16.
4.8 Relay Connections –Fig. 4.17
For relay functions refer to the following
table.
A –Standard Feedback Slidewire
Configuration
B –Alternative Feedback Slidewire
Configuration
Note. Link must be connected
at the motorized valve drive
terminals and not the Controller
terminals.
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7
8
(N)
N
L
(L)
Motorized
Valve Drive
Valve
Positioner
Power
Supply
0%
100%
5
6
3
4
100%
Link
0%
29
27 28
0% 100%
Motorized Valve Drive
27 2928
Link
Fig. 4.19 Motorized Valve Connections
(using feedback slidewire)
4.9 Motorized Valve
Connections –Figs. 4.18 and 4.19
43 76 09 5
8
!
Relay 3
Relay 2
Relay 1
Normally Closed
Common
Normally Open
Fig. 4.17 Relay Connections
2927 28
Motorized Valve
Drive
–
Sleeved Link
+
Fig. 4.18 Motorized Valve Feedback
Connections (using V, I or mV feedback)
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31
30
32
Logic Input 2
Manual
Automatic Local
Remote
or Dual
Fixed Dual
Set Point 2
Fixed Dual
Set Point 1
*Alarm
Acknowledge
* Leading 'edge-triggered'
(minimum duration 200ms)
5V
0V
Logic switching
Auto/
Manual
Selection
Local/Remote
Set Point
Selection
Dual Set Point
Selection Alarm Acknowledgement
Common
Logic Input 1
Automatic
Manual
Local
Remote (Dual)
Fixed Dual Set Point 2
AlarmAck.Fixed Dual Set Point 1
32
3130
4.10 Logic Input Connections –Figs. 4.20 and 4.21
Each logic input can be programmed to perform one of a number of functions – see Section
3.10 of the Programming Guide .
Fig. 4.21 Additional Logic Input Functions for Profile Selection
Fig. 4.20 Standard Logic Input Functions
Start
Profile
Hold/ (Soak)
Start Profile Profile Reset
Hold
(Soak) * Profile
Reset * Skip
Segment
* Leading 'edge-triggered'
(minimum duration 200ms)
5V
0V
Logic switching
Skip Current Segment
P–SKIPP–Strt P–rSEt
Common
Logic Input 1
Logic Input 2
30
31
32
32
31
30
4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION…
Note. Only one function may be
performed by each input at any one time.
Note. Only one function may be
performed by each input at any one time.

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4.11 Power Supply Selection and AC Connections –Fig. 4.22
Fig. 4.22 Power Supply Selection and AC Connections
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Information.
Fuse Rating - 5A Type T
115
Selector not Fitted (24V AC)
Code Label
Digit 7
3
2
1
C31 x x xx x x x x x
115
230
Remove plug to
make connection
A –Selecting the Supply Voltage
B –Power Supply Connections
Line
Neutral
Ground
230V
115V
Fuse

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5 INSTALLATION RECORD
Power Supply
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
L
N
NO
C
NC
NO
C
NC
NO
C
NC
3rd
+
–
3rd
+
–
Tx+
Tx–
Common
Rx+
Rx–
+
–
Connection/Terminal Number
Retransmission
Output
Relay 1 Output
Relay 2 Output
Power Supply
(Tick Box)
230V AC
115V AC
24V AC
Output Type:
Output Function:
Output Type:
Output Function:
Relay 3 Output
Output Type:
Output Function:
(Tick Box)
Link Positions
mA VmV/THC/RTD 2-wire Tx
Process Variable
Input
VmA mV/THC/RTD
(Tick Box) Link Positions
Remote Set Point
Input
Modbus Serial
Communications
Option 1 only
(Tick Box) Termination Resistors
Linked-out
Linked-in
Output Type:
Output Function:

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25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
+
–
3rd
+
–
C
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N
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b
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Control Output
Position Feedback
Input
Common
(Tick Box) Link Positions
Analog Output Logic Output
Logic Input 1
Logic Input 2
VmA mV
(Tick Box) Link Positions
R