TPL-400 digital load cell amplifier

for field installation

User guide
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CONTENTS

1 GENERAL ................................................................................................ 5
1.1 TPL-400 standard features ............................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Options ............................................................................................................................................................... 5

2 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 6
2.1 Mechanical installation ..................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1.1 ABS plastic case .......................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1.2 Stainless steel case ....................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1.3 Die cast case ................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.1.4 DIN rail mount option ................................................................................................................................. 9

2.2 Electrical installation and load cell connections ........................................................................................... 10

2.2.1 4-wire load cell connections ...................................................................................................................... 11
2.2.2 6 wire load cell connections ...................................................................................................................... 11
2.2.3 2/3/4 load cell connection .......................................................................................................................... 12
2.2.4 KR-4B Load cell connection box .............................................................................................................. 13
2.2.5 KR-54/KR-41A Load cell connection box ................................................................................................ 15

3 THE TPL-400 CONTROLS AND PARAMETERS ................................... 16

3.1 The Programmer unit ..................................................................................................................................... 16

3.2 Password Protection ........................................................................................................................................ 17

3.3 Parameter Table .............................................................................................................................................. 18

4 THE LOAD CELL INPUT ........................................................................ 23

4.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 23

4.2 Checking and setting load cell sensitivity range ........................................................................................... 23

4.3 Calibration ....................................................................................................................................................... 24

4.4 Taring ............................................................................................................................................................... 25

4.5 Peak Hold ......................................................................................................................................................... 25

5 ANALOG OUTPUTS .............................................................................. 26

5.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 26

5.2 Output Scaling ................................................................................................................................................. 26

5.3 Method of Calculating OPL and OPH from any known output values ...................................................... 27

5.4 Calibration ....................................................................................................................................................... 28

6 RELAY OUTPUT MODULE .................................................................... 29

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6.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................. 29

6.2 Module Functions ............................................................................................................................................ 29

6.3 Set Points SP .................................................................................................................................................... 29

6.4 In Flight Compensation IF ............................................................................................................................. 30

6.5 Hysteresis HYS ................................................................................................................................................ 30

6.6 Output Action OA ........................................................................................................................................... 30

7 TPL-400 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 32

8 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE............................................................... 34

9 INSTRUMENT SETUP RECORD SHEET ............................................... 35

10 CALIBRATION EXAMPLE ................................................................... 36

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1 General

The In Line Intelligent Load Cell Amplifier TPL-400 is a compact microprocessor based
unit specially designed to control weighing applications.
Its flexibility of design allows for the connection of most load cells, pressure or strain gaug-
es over wide range of sensitivity.
Housed a light gray, ABS case, it is sealed to IP65 standard to meet most environmental
conditions.

The new TPL-400 replaces older product TPL-300. New device is compatible with the old
one and same applications can be done with it. Connections are similar. Serial interface is
not available in the new one, though.

TPL-400 new features include programmable digital input functions and an advanced con-
figurable digital low pass filter. Load cell sensitivity range is now entered with programmer
unit. Load cell supply voltage in the new device is 5 V. Another new feature is optional
faster measuring rate, 80 samples per second. Faster rate can be selected with programmer
unit.

1.1 TPL-400 standard features

 Simple Auto Calibration of the highest and lowest weights required

 3 Digital inputs. Different functions can be selected.
 Peak hold
 DC analogue output 4-20 mA and 0-10 V (isolated)
 Analogue output with full scaling over any desired range and the ability
to invert these outputs if required
 Supply voltage 115 V AC, 230 V AC or 9-32 V DC

1.2 Options

 LR1 Relay module. 2 pcs. relay outputs maximum 5A 230V AC.

 LS3 Alternative power supply 12-24 V DC, 10 VA
 LP1 Programmer unit on board
 LP2 Programmer unit remote hand held

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2 INSTALLATION

2.1 Mechanical installation

TPL-400 can be delivered with several different casing options.

2.1.1 ABS plastic case

200mm

188mm

Plastic case
Muovikotelo

 Mounting
Kiinnitysreiät, 4 kpl, Ø 4,8 mm
holes, 4 pcs, Ø 4,8 mm
Läpivientiholkit, 6 kpl, Kaapeleille Ø 4,5...7 mm
 Cable
Kotelonglands,
syvyys 756mm pcs, for cables Ø 4,5...7 mm
120mm
89mm

 Case depth 75 mm

Figure 1. ABS plastic case measurements.

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2.1.2 Stainless steel case

224mm

Stainless steel casing

Metallikotelo, ruostumaton teräs
 No mounting holes
 Cable
Ei kiinnitysreikiä
glands, 6 pcs, for cables Ø 4,5...7 mm
 Läpivientiholkit,
 Case depth 90 mm 6 kpl, Kaapeleille Ø 4,5...7 mm
 Kotelon syvyys 90 mm
163mm

Figure 2. Stainless steel case measurements.

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2.1.3 Die cast case

219mm

204mm

Die cast case

 Mounting holes, 4 pcs, Ø 8,0 mm

 Cable glands, 6 pcs, for cables Ø 4,5...7 mm
118mm
82mm

 Case depth 80 mm

Figure 3. Die cast case measurements.

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2.1.4 DIN rail mount option

162mm

DIN-kisko asennuslevy D2
DIN rail mount
107mm

Figure 4. DIN rail mount measurements.

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2.2 Electrical installation and load cell connections

Connections between the TPL-400 unit and input/output signals, including power supplies,
are made via 2.5 mm field terminal blocks inside the unit.
Access to the terminals is made through glands in the bottom of the case.

Digital input 1
Digital input 2
Digital input 3

Figure 5. Field terminal connections.

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2.2.1 4-wire load cell connections

TPL-400

Figure 6. 4-wire connection.

2.2.2 6 wire load cell connections

TPL-400

Figure 7. 6-wire connection.

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2.2.4 2/3/4 load cell connection

Figure 8. TPL-400 Wiring diagram.

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2.2.5 KR-4B Load cell connection box

*
R5 R9

+ 3 1
+ R1 6
S 1
E
-S 2 Cut folio 7
+
-E 2

I
+I 3 8 +
N
-IN 4 9

C 5 10

*
R6 R10

3 1
R2 11

2 Cut folio 12
+

13

14
+
II
15

*
R7 R11

3 1
R3 16

2 Cut folio 17
+

18

19
+
III
20

*
R8 R12

3 1
R4 21

2 Cut folio 22
+

23

24
+
IV
25

36 mm *
R9...R12 when needet
138 mm cut folio and add resistor (>R1...>R4)

Mounting hole dimensions

Figure 9. KR-4B load cell connection box.

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KR-4B CORNER ADJUSTMENT

Load cell sensitivity differences are compensated by corner adjustment. If no corner adjustment is needed
potentiometers R1-R4 must be set zero ( turn pot's full counter clock vise).
After the corner adjustment, indication does not depend on the center of gravity of the load over the scale
platform.

General:

- adjust potentiometers R1-R4 to zero ( full c.c.v.)

- connect load cell signal leads off
- corner adjustment measurements is executed so that every corner (=load cell), on at the time, is
loaded and measured with the same load
- don’t overload load cells

Measuring:

- weights are placed over the scale platform so that the measured load cell gets most of the load
- measure and document each signal voltage

Adjustment:

- load cell that generate minimum signal is reference load cell. Adjust all others signals equal to this
reference signal.
- Note.! when you adjust potentiometers also you ref. signal varies so you must re-adjust each corner
(=load cell) to get good result.
- If potentiometers range is not enough you may need to add resistors R9…R12 and cut the corre-
sponding folio see page 32
- Use only high quality metal film resistors ( 15 ppm). Added resistors must be smaller in value than
R1-R4.

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KR-54/KR-41A Load cell connection box

Figure 10. KR-54/KR-41A load cell connection box.

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3 THE TPL-400 CONTROLS AND PARAMETERS

3.1 The Programmer unit

Programmer unit contains an LCD display and four buttons. Programmer unit is connected
to main board with cable and modular connector.

LP1 is a permanent programmer unit fitted inside the device. The numbers in the display of
LP1 can be seen through transparent lid even when case is closed.

LP2 is a small hand held unit together with a 2 meter connection lead.

Figure 11. Programmer unit display and buttons.

A flashing symbol in the top left hand corner of the display indicates programming
mode.

Used to scroll through and change the set up data by displaying mnemonics for each
configurable parameter, followed by the appropriate data.
when in programming mode it should be noted that the first digit in the display
may not be visible, but the programming indicator will be flashing to indicate
that the instrument is in programming mode, even though no digits can be seen to be
flashing.

Selects the display digit required. Selection value is indicated by a flashing digit
and flashing program indicator .

Increments each selected display digit 0-9.

Pressing the -button under programming conditions will display the leading digit
as either 1. -1, or a blank display for zero.

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Reset the display to the input variable and enters new data in the TPL-400 memory.
Returns the display to the current value after Hold.

If during the programming sequence, selection is not completed, the display will revert to
the input variable after 2 minute.

Data which is entered by the user is retained by EEPROM for up to 10 years without back
up power.

3.2 Password Protection

A 4 digit password number must be entered to access parameter menu. The number is ac-
cessed when ‘PASS’ is displayed.

Level Password Functions

1 1111 General parameters. Contains all the functions found in older
TPL-300 device.
2 2111 Load cell and signal measurement settings. Displayed value
selection.
3 3111 Digital input definitions. Analog output and relay output
basic settings.

Passwords cannot be changed.

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3.3 Parameter Table

Level 1

CODE VALUES DEFAULT FUNCTION

PASS 1111 Security Password. Correct value required to
proceed further.
SP1 ±19999 Set Point 1 ‘desired’ trip value of output 1
IF1 ±19999 In-Flight compensation for SP1
Relay 1 operates at = SP1 - IF1
SP2 ±19999 Set Point 2 ‘desired’ trip value of output 2
IF2 ±19999 In-Flight compensation for SP2
Relay 2 operates at =SP2 - IF2
HYS 0-19999 Hysteresis amount applied to SP1 and SP2
OA 0-31 Relay output action.
Input value is a sum of values of options in
table below.
1 Relay output 1 inverted
2 Relay output 2 inverted
4 Analog output inverted
Relay output 1 latching in
8
use
Relay output 2 latching in
16
use

Example: If relay output 1 should be inverted

and latching activated, value is 9 (8+1=9).
CALL ±19999 0 First calibration point.
CALH ±19999 0 Second calibration point.
At ±19999 0 Tare weight.
dA 0-7 Measurement value average filtering level.
Filtering applies to display and analog output.

If measurement rate rATE is 10

0 2,5 samples / second
1 1,25 samples / second
2 1,6 seconds / sample
3 3,2 seconds / sample
4 6,4 seconds / sample
5 12,8 seconds / sample
6 25,6 seconds / sample
7 10 samples / second

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If measurement rate rATE is 80

0 20 samples / second
1 10 samples / second
2 5 samples / second
3 2,5. samples / second
4 1,25 samples / second
5 1,6 seconds / sample
6 3,2 seconds / sample
7 80 samples / second

OPL ±19999 4 mA/ 0V reference value

OPH ±19999 20 mA/ 10V reference value
dP 0-5 2 Position of decimal point.

0 19999
1 1.9999
2 19.999
3 199.99
4 1999.9
5 19999.
CP - 0 Not available in TPL-400.
SdSt - 1 Not available in TPL-400.
bAud - 115.2 Not available in TPL-400.
Lab - 0 Not available in TPL-400.
Ln 0-19999 Log-number.
rS 0-19999 Display resolution.

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Level 2

CODE VALUES DEFAULT FUNCTION

PASS 2111 Security Password. Correct value required to
proceed further.
FStP 0-255 0000 RC filtering level.
FLVL 0-19999 0000 Minimum input value change which bypasses
RC filter.
SEnS 0.5- 0.5-3 Load cell sensitivity mV/V.
3/3.7-7
rAtE 10S/80S 10S Measurement rate as Samples per Second. 10
samples or 80 samples per second.
AdCL ±7.8 0000 mV/V Value captured for low calibration
point CALL.
AdCH ±7.8 0000 mV/V Value captured for high calibration
point CALH.
ZEro ±19999 0000 System Zero Value.
AOPS 4-20 tai 4-20 Analogue Output type, current or voltage
0-10
ddiS nEt nEt Default display type
GroS
PEAK
VALY
SNAP

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Level 3

CODE VALUES DEFAULT FUNCTION

PASS 3111 Security Password. Correct value required to
proceed further.
dIP1 At Prnt Digital Input 1 function.
Lr
Prnt At Perform tare
dEFt Lr Latch relay reset
GroS
nEt Prnt Do print
PEAK Display Default display set by
dEFt
VALY “ddiS”
SNAP GroS Display Gross value
PV-r nEt Display Net value
SCon PEAK Display Peak value
SCoF
VALY Display Valley value
SCtG
dSnP SNAP Display Snap value
PV-r Peak & Valley Reset
SCon Shunt-Cal On
SCoF Shunt-Cal Off
SCtG Shunt-Cal Toggle on/off
dSnP Do Snap

dIP2 Lr Digital Input 2 function.

For details please see dIP1

dIP3 At Digital Input 2 function.

For details please see dIP1

rLS1 nEt nEt Sets what Value the relay 1 operates from
GroS
PEAK nEt Net value
VALY Gross value
GroS
SNAP
PEAK Peak value
VALY Valley value
SNAP Snap value

rLS2 nEt Sets what Value the relay 1 operates from

For details please see rLS1

AnOP nEt Sets what Value the Analogue Output operate

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from

For details please see rLS1

4.20G 0.9…1.025 1.0 Current output gain adjustment.
4.20o ±1000 0 Current output offset adjustment.
0.10G 0.9…1.025 1.0 Voltage output gain adjustment.
0.10o ±1000 0 Voltage output offset adjustment.
OVrV Over-range value. The Value at which the
display will indicate a Positive over-range
condition and force the relays and analogue
output to behave accordingly. (Display shows
+1)
undV Under-range value. The Value at which the
display will indicate a Negative under-range
condition and force the relays and analogue
output to behave accordingly. (Display shows
-1)
tYPE LCA15 LCA15 Selects the mode in which the LCA operates.
LCA20 Do not change this setting.

LCA15 TPL-300 compatible mode.

LCA20 Not available in TPL-400.

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4 THE LOAD CELL INPUT

4.1 General

The TPL-400 offers a direct connection to most low level (foil) strain gauge
sensors. The following example is for calibration of a load cell.
A 5 volt excitation is provided and it is monitored to compensate for any variation due to
supply drift, load regulation or voltage drop in the cable between the sensor and the TPL-
400.
The maximum supply current is 150mA which allows for the connection of 10 x 350 Ohm
load cells.

The following recommendations apply to load cell cabling:

 Use individually screened twisted multipair cable
 FE-585-646 or JAMAK/KJAAM
 The pairs should be:
o pins 1 & 6: Excitation voltage + and -
o pins 2 & 5: Sense + and -
o pins 3 & 4: Signal + and –
 Terminate all screens at SCR. The screens should not be connected at the transducer
end of the cables.

4.2 Checking and setting load cell sensitivity range

To check if the load cell and application is within this range, apply the following formula:

Maximum load (weight) x load cell output voltage (mV/V)

load cell rated range

For example: 4 load cells BA3-500 kg, 2mV/V maximum load 1800 kg

1800 kg x 2.0 mV/V = 1.80 mV/V

4 x 500 kg

If the result is 3.7 mV/V or less, then auto calibration can be carried out.
If it is greater, select a higher setting 3.7-7 in the sensitivity setting SEnS.

Before any calibration can be set, it will be necessary to decide upon the calibration values
and place the decimal point in the appropriate position. To do this, scroll through the pa-
rameters, entering the password as appropriate unit the decimal point parameter is reached
(dP). Once the decimal point is set, the auto calibration parameters can set in real engineer-
ing terms.

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4.3 Calibration

Please observe the following before doing calibration

 Allow device to warm up 20 minutes before doing calibration.

 Load cell sensitivity range, parameter SEnS and place of decimal point,
parameter dP must be set correctly before doing calibration.
 Make sure that calibration protection jumper LK1 is in it’s place if menu
functions CALL and CALH are not visible.

Follow this procedure to perform calibration

1. Press the button, until PASS appears.

2. Enter the password using and buttons, then press button.

3. Keep pressing button until CALL (Cal Low) appears.

4. Press the button and check that the programming indicator flashes*

* IMPORTANT NOTE: Always ensure that the programmer indicator flashes, even though
the displayed value may not need to change.

5. Check that the displayed value agrees with the low calibration weight applied to the
load cell (this may be zero). If this is incorrect, alter the display value by pressing the
& buttons. Ensure that the load cell is free from disturbance and press the
button to capture and calibrate the CALL value.

6. CALH (Cal High) now appears on the display.

7. Press the button and check that the programming indicator flashes.

8. Apply the known higher value weight.

Check that the display value agrees with the high calibration weight applied to the
load cell. If this is not correct, alter the display value by pressing the & but-
tons. Ensure that the load cell is free from disturbance and press the button. The
display will now indicate the load cell auto calibrated value.

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Notes on calibration

 The Calibration value is not entered into the memory until either the button or the
button is pressed.

 CALH must always be greater than CALL, in both weight and entered values.

 Pressing button at any time will return the display to normal operation.

 For best accuracy and resolution, the calibration weight should be

approximately 75 % of the load cell capacity.

 For range check before autocal, set CALH to 0 and display will be that of the A/D
counts. It is important that the A/D span between the CALL weight and CALH
weight, is greater than the span of the values entered for CALL and CALH, otherwise
the display resolution will not be 1 digit.

 CALH can be set before CALL if required.

 Scale zero point must not be calibrated again using CALL-function if CALH point is
not calibrated also again. New zero point can be input in ZEro parameter value.

4.4 Taring

The taring facility allows for any unwanted weight or tare value to be compensated for in
the weighing process.

It is possible to view the tare value by scrolling to the At mnemonic which will display the
offset present in the taring mode.

If required, tare value can be adjusted to any desired value to give a zero or fixed offset.
The unit may also be tared using a digital input.

4.5 Peak Hold

Device keeps track of peak (maximum) and valley (minimum) gross values constantly.
These values are reset when device is powered down.

Peak and valley values can be selected to be shown in the display all the time or they can be
shown on demand with a digital input. Values can also be reset with a digital input.

Peak and valley values can be selected as reference values for analog output and relay out-
puts.

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5 ANALOG OUTPUTS

5.1 General

There are two analog outputs available offering a DC current range and DC voltage range.
They are fully scalable, optically isolated and generated from the selected input value. Both
outputs use the same input value and scaling factors.

The analog outputs are isolated from the load cells, digital inputs and power source but are
common to each other.

Output Range Load

DC voltage 0-10 V min. 5 k

DC current 4-20 mA max. 1 k

The following recommendations apply to analog outputs cabling:

 Use screened twisted pair cable
 e.g. FE.585-646 or JAMAK / KJAAM.
 Terminate screens at SCR.
 The screens should not be connected at the host port.

5.2 Output Scaling

Output scaling factors are set by the user and determine the display range over which the
analogue module operates.
(OPL) Output Low- This sets the displayed value at the module’s minimum output.
(OPH) Output High- This sets the displayed value at maximum output. If the display is out-
side the range defined by OPL and OPH, the analogue output will remain constant at its
minimum or maximum output value.
Inversion of analogue output can be set by the output action mnemonic OA (See Relay
Output Module 6.6)

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Example: Assume a 4-20mA output module is required to provide an output of 4 mA for

1,000 kg and 20mA for 6,500 kg

Set OPL=1000, OPH=6500

It will be necessary to determine OPL and OPH by graphical or mathematical means if the
known display values do not coincide with the minimum and/or maximum
analogue output.

5.3 Method of Calculating OPL and OPH from any known output values

OPL = Low - (Display span) x (Low output-Min output)

Display (High output - Low output)

OPH = High + (Display Span) x (Max output - High output)

Display (High output - Low output)

Low output = Known low output

High output = Known high output
Min output = Lowest measurable value of output module
Max output = Highest measurable value of output module
Display span = Highest required display value minus lowest required display value.

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Example:

OPL=400 - (700) (6-4)=400-(1400)

(18-6) 12

OPL=400-116.6

OPL=283.34

OPH=1100 + (700) (20-18)=1100+(700x2)

(18-6) 12

OPH=1100+116.66

OPH=1216.66

Note 1. OPH must be greater than OPL

Note 2. If OPL or OPH are greater than +/- 1.9999 then divide both OPL and OPH by
10, this will give less resolution.
Decimal point can be placed anywhere to suit readings.

5.4 Calibration

Analog output is calibrated by changing gain and offset parameters. Both current and volt-
age outputs have their own gain and offset parameters.

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6 RELAY OUTPUT MODULE

6.1 General

The Relay output module provides output control signals which can be used for switching
functions such as ON/OFF control and alarm indications. The relays are activated by the
values programmed for the Set Points. The output configuration will be for open or closed
relay contacts and latching.

SP1 SP2
Figure 12. Relay outputs connection.

6.2 Module Functions

The TPL-400 can be programmed so that the relay output module reacts to all or any of the
following functions:

 Set points
 In Flight compensation
 Hysteresis
 Latching
 Relay operation can be inverted

6.3 Set Points SP

Set Points are used to produce output signals at any required value so that the operation of
the monitored process can be maintained to preset levels. Any excursion beyond set point
will activate the relay or relays, to provide alarm or initiate controls as required.
Two set points (SP1) and (SP2) can be programmed to suit different applications.
The actions of either or both set points can be inverted if required.

For normal operation the set point output is activate until the input reach the set point level.
In this condition when the input value is less than the set point, the SP indicator is on and

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the output relay is energized producing a closed circuit on a normally open contact. When
the set point value is reached, the SP indicator is off and relay is de-energized producing an
open circuit output.
For an inverted operation the reverse conditions apply.
Normal and inverted action is determined by the direction of the input value as it changes.

For example: in alarm applications.

A High-High operation allows for rising input value to operate on two set points to define
an acceptable quantity, weight or band of operation.

A Low-Low operation operates on a falling value.

A High-Low operation will operate on a rising or falling value, setting a ‘band’ by one set
point operating normally and the other being an inverted action.

6.4 In Flight Compensation IF

The setting of an In Flight value causes the set points automatically adjust to control the
flow of the material being weighed.
For example, if SP1 is used to control a flow, a certain amount will be ‘In Flight’ between
the supply point and receiving point causing a positive error when the required weight is
reached. The In Flight compensation value is adjusted by the user to ‘reduce’ SP1 to stop
the flow early enough, allowing the In Flight amount to make up the required total set by
SP1. A similar function exists for SP2.

6.5 Hysteresis HYS

Once a Hysteresis value has been set, it will be applied to both set points entered. It is effec-
tive for both normal and inverted action.
When Hysteresis is applied to set points with normal output action, the input is allowed to
rise to the set point value and the output is then turned off. The output is held off until the
input value has dropped to the set point minus Hysteresis value.
For inverted action the input drops to the set point and the ouput goes off and comes on
again when the input rises to the set point plus the Hysteresis value.

6.6 Output Action OA

The Output Action facility allows the user to determine whether set point produce normal or
inverted and latched or unlached output operation. If an analogue output module is also fit-
ted, the Output Action function determines whether the module’s output is inverted or not.
The (OA) is entered by code to suit the requirements of the user:

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Thirty two Output Action options are available.

The value of the OA to be entered in algebraic sum of the following components:

SP1 Inverted = 1
SP2 Inverted = 2
AN-OP Inverted = 4
SP1 Lached = 8
SP2 Latched = 16

Example 1: If SP1 requires to be latched and inverted and analogue output is normal,
enter 1 + 8 = 9

Example 2: To invert the analogue output and latch SP2, enter 4 + 16 = 20

Latching Outputs

The latching facility allows the relay module output to be held until reset externally. Latch-
ing is applied to the off status of the relay SP1 or SP2.

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Load Cell Input

Calibration Automatic digital by use of keypad and 1 (or 2)

known weights.

Taring Tare values can be viewed and manually

changed if required. Tare value is retained on power
down. Taring can be performed with a digital input.

Sensitivity Range 0.5-3.7 mV/V or

3.7-7.8 mV/V

Excitation 5 V DC, 150 mA

Compensation By +/-sense wires to compensate voltage drops along the

cable.

Accuracy 0.05

Drift 2 ppm / C @ 2.5 mV

Display Rate Programmer keypad selectable between 0.0125 and 25.6 s.

Display Average Set by programmer keypad, up to 64 standard updates.

DC Analogue Outputs Max Drive Capacity

+4 +20mA 20V (1k)

0 10V 2 mA (5k)
Resolution 1:8000 / 13 bits

Control / Alarm Relay Output

2 SPCO-relays SP1, SP2

Contact Rating 230V @ 5A AC

Set Point, In Flight Compensation, Hysteresis, Latching and Relay Inversion are set digital-
ly using programmer keypad and display, in engineering units.

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Hysteresis value applies to both SP1 and SP2. (Fail safe operation by setting inversion to
give normally energized operation). Latching Reset by volt free contacts to field terminals
or communication.

Data Retention and Protection

Retention: 10 years for set values, minimum of 10,000 write

cycles, but typically 1,000,000

Protection of data and function(s): Watchdog timer gives repeat auto reset. Impen-
ding power fail detection and shutdown. Low
power detection and hold off.

Environmental

Operating temperature -10 .. + 50C

Relative humidity maximum 95 %
Protection class
All cases IP 65
DIN rail mount IP 0

Physical

Weight 725g
Terminals 2.5 mm, saddle field terminals

Power Supplies 115 / 230 V AC-15...+10%, 50-60 Hz, 10VA

12-24 V DC, 50-60 Hz, 10 VA

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8 Trouble Shooting Guide

This chapter is designed to assist in the identification of problems relating to the installation and setting up
of the TPL-400.

1 General Connection and setup Parameters

No display on power up.

a) Check supply is present at the TPL-400 terminals.
b) If supply is correct contact service.

Display shows (-1 or 1) continually, without a weight applied to the load cell.
a) Check input connections to the TPL-400 from the load cell.
b) If connecting a 4 wire device ensure terminals 1&2 and 5&6 are linked.
c) Check load cell output between input terminals 3&4 of the TPL-400.
d) Check that the CALH weight is applied and is not the same or lower than CALL.

Display over ranges (-1 or1) when, or before, the maximum required weight is applied to the load
cell.
a) Check output of load cell is not greater than the desired setting o the DIL SW1.

Display very noisy.

a) If using 4 wire device ensure terminals 1&2 and 5&6 are linked.
b) Check output voltage of load cell.

Display operating in wrong direction.

a) Check connections to input terminals (+IN &-IN) are correct way round.
b) Check the type of load cell - compression or tension.

Unit will not auto calibrate.

a) Check that CALH is not zero and its weight is greater than CALL.
b) Check that inputs is not over ranged on CALH weight.

Unit will not Tare

a) Check DP code for correct setting.
b) Check tare sequence, when selected, is completed within 1 second.

2 Relay Output Module

Incorrect Relay Operation.

a) Check set point, in flight and hysteresis value are correct.
b) Check latching and invertion settings output action (OA) are correct.
c) Check connections to output terminals.

Remote-function (Taring, Peak Hold/Latched, printer fails to operate)

a) Check connections to ‘remote’ terminal.

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9 INSTRUMENT SETUP RECORD SHEET

TPL-400 Device data and

Parameters
Device data
Device ID L005XXXX CALL voltage
Load cell type CALH voltage
Number of load cells
Parameters
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Level 1 Level 2
SP1 FStP
IF1 FLVL
SP2 SEnS
IF2 rAtE
HYS AdCL

OA AdCH
CALL ZEro
CALH AOPS
At ddiS
dA Level 3
OPL dIP1
OPH dIP2
dP dIP3
CP rLS1
SdSt rLS2
bAud AnOP
Lab 4.20G
Ln 4.20o
rS 0.10G
0.10o
OVrV
undV
tYPE

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10 CALIBRATION EXAMPLE

Mixer 0-10,000 kg
Liquid density 2
Mixer volume 5 m3
Calibration known weight 5,000 kg (water)

Calibration: CALL= 0 kg, CALH=5,000 kg (water)

Analogue output calibration set OPL/OPH parameters

0kg = 4 mA, OPL = 0

10,000 kg = 20 mA OPH = 10,000

Analogue output is scaled over the desired display range (0-10,000 kg = 4-20mA).
Set dA parameter to 3 ( readout and analogue outputs filtered 3.2 s. ) see page 15.

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