Enda Profile Controllers

A profile controller is a PID controller that, instead of holding the setpoint constant, changes it over time according to pre-programmed ramp and soak steps; it is selected by program and step capacity, the sensor to be connected, housing dimension, supply voltage and communication needs. It is used in heat treatment and ceramic kilns, in drying and baking processes and in test chambers to run recipes in which the temperature must be raised at a specific rate and held for a specific time, without operator intervention. In this category, Enda EUP and EPC series universal profile controllers are available in 48x48 mm, 72x72 mm, 48x96 mm and 96x96 mm housings, with 90-250 V AC or 10-30 V DC / 8-24 V AC supply, with and without RS485 Modbus communication. Verify the supported sensor and signal types, number of steps and output structure from the manufacturer data on the product page. A profile controller must not be confused with a standard PID thermostat that holds a single fixed setpoint; a PID thermostat is sufficient in applications that do not need a time-dependent temperature curve.

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How to choose Profile Controllers

A profile controller is a PID controller that, instead of holding the setpoint constant, changes it over time according to pre-programmed ramp and soak steps; it is selected by program and step capacity, the sensor to be connected, housing dimension, supply voltage and communication needs. It is used in heat treatment and ceramic kilns, in drying and baking processes and in test chambers to run recipes in which the temperature must be raised at a specific rate and held for a specific time, without operator intervention.

  • Separate sensing, motion control, logic processing and operator interface requirements.
  • Select signal type, supply voltage, communication protocol and I/O count for the machine network.
  • Verify housing size, sensing distance and PNP/NPN output polarity against the PLC input card.

Frequently asked questions

What is Profile Controllers and where is it used?

A profile controller is a PID controller that, instead of holding the setpoint constant, changes it over time according to pre-programmed ramp and soak steps; it is selected by program and step capacity, the sensor to be connected, housing dimension, supply voltage and communication needs. It is used in heat treatment and ceramic kilns, in drying and baking processes and in test chambers to run recipes in which the temperature must be raised at a specific rate and held for a specific time, without operator intervention.

What should I compare when choosing Profile Controllers?

A profile controller is a PID controller that, instead of holding the setpoint constant, changes it over time according to pre-programmed ramp and soak steps; it is selected by program and step capacity, the sensor to be connected, housing dimension, supply voltage and communication needs.

Where can I find technical details for Profile Controllers products?

A profile controller is a PID controller that, instead of holding the setpoint constant, changes it over time according to pre-programmed ramp and soak steps; it is selected by program and step capacity, the sensor to be connected, housing dimension, supply voltage and communication needs.

Profile Controllers Selection Guide: Technical Criteria & Application Standards