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PD6800 ProtEx-Pro Explosion-Proof Loop-Powered Process & Level Meter

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The ProtEX-Pro PD6800 is one of Precision Digital’s most advanced and feature-packed explosion-proof, loop-powered indicators. The fact that this meter is loop-powered means that there is no need to run additional, costly power lines into a hazardous area. Like all ProtEX products, the PD6800 carries FM, CSA, ATEX, and IECEx approvals for use in hazardous areas. It features a dual-line display that can be easily scaled in the field for any 4-20 mA analog input. The display has a five digit upper display, a seven alpha-numeric character lower display, and is available with a twenty-segment bar graph for level applications. Two features that really make the PD6800 stand out are its wide viewing angle display and SafeTouch® through-glass buttons. These buttons allow the PD6800 to be programmed and operated through the glass, thus eliminating the need to remove the cover in a hazardous area.

Features

  • 4-20 mA Input Loop-Powered
  • Modern, Sleek and Practical Enclosure for Hazardous Locations
  • 5-Digit, 0.7″ (17.8 mm) Upper Display (0.6″ for -0L1 Models)
  • Optional Level Indicator Bar Graph
  • 7 Alphanumeric Character, 0.4″ (10.2 mm) Lower Display
  • SafeTouch® Through-Glass Button Programming
  • Password Protection
  • 32-Point , Square Root, or Exponential Linearization
  • Loop or External DC-Powered Backlight Standard
  • 3.0 V Drop (6.0 V with Backlight)
  • Explosion-Proof, IP68, NEMA 4X Enclosure
  • Flanges for Wall or Pipe Mounting
  • HART Protocol Transparent
  • Operates from -40 to 75°C

Specifications & Spare Parts

General

Display: Upper: Five digits (-9999 to 99999) 0.70″ (17.8 mm) high, 7-segment, automatic lead zero blanking
-0L1: 0.6″ high with level bar graph. Lower: Seven characters 0.4″ (10.2 mm) high, 14 segment alphanumeric.
Symbols: for high & low alarm, Password Lock. Backlight: White
Decimal Point: Upper process display has up to four decimal places or none: d.dddd, d.ddd, d.dd, d.d, or ddddd
Display Update Rate: Ambient > -25°C: 2 Updates/Second. Ambient < -25°C: 1 Update/5 Seconds
Display Orientation: Display may be mounted at 90° increments up to 270° from default orientation.
Overrange: Display flashes 99999
Underrange: Display flashes -9999
Programming Method: Four SafeTouch® through-glass buttons when cover is installed. Four internal pushbuttons when cover is removed.
Noise Filter: Programmable – Lo, Med, Hi, or Off
Recalibration: Recalibration is recommended at least every 12 months.
Max/Min Display: Max/Min readings reached by the process are stored until reset by the user or until power to the meter is turned off.
Password: Programmable password restricts modification of programmed settings.
Advanced Functions: Live input calibration, linearization, square root, or programmable exponent
Alarm Indication: Flashing display plus HI/LO indicators
Non-Volatile Memory: All programmed settings are stored in non-volatile memory for a minimum of ten years if power is lost.
Normal Mode Rejection: 64 dB at 50/60 Hz
Operating Temperature Range: -40 to 75°C
Storage Temperature Range: -40 to 85°C
Relative Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Connections: Screw terminals accept 12 to 22 AWG wire
Enclosure: Explosion-proof die-cast aluminum with glass window, corrosion-resistant epoxy coating, color: blue. NEMA 4X IP68. Copper-free (0.3%). Two ¾” NPT threaded conduit openings. One ¾” NPT metal conduit plug with 12 mm hex key fitting installed.
Mounting: May be mounted directly to conduit. Two slotted flanges for wall mounting or NPS 1½” to 2½” or DN 40 to 65 mm pipe mounting.
Overall Dimensions: 5.65″ x 5.25″ x 4.86″ (W x H x D) (144 mm x 133 mm x 124 mm)
Weight: 5.00 lbs (80 oz, 2.27 kg)
Warranty: 3 years parts and labor

Input

Input range: 4-20 mA
Accuracy: ±0.03% of calibrated span ±1 count, square root & programmable exponent accuracy range: 10-100% of calibrated span.
Temperature Drift: 50 PPM/°C
Decimal Point: User selectable decimal point
Calibration Range: An error message will appear if input 1 and input 2 signals are too close together. Input Range: 4-20 mA. Minimum Span Input 1 & Input 2: 0.10 mA
Maximum Voltage Drop: 3.0 VDC @ 20 mA without loop-powered backlight. 6.0 VDC @ 20 mA with loop-powered backlight
Equivalent Resistance: 150 Ω @ 20 mA without loop-powered backlight. 300 Ω @ 20 mA with loop-powered backlight
Input Overload: Over current protection to 2 A max.
External Loop Power Supply:
Voltage Range Maximum Power
9-30 VDC 9 VDC 12 VDC 24 VDC 30 VDC
0.2 W 0.25 W 0.5 W 0.75W

Open Collector Output (-0L1 Models Only)

Rating: Isolated open collector, 30 VDC @ 150 mA max.
Alarm Output: Assign to level or volume for high or low alarm trip point.
Deadband: 0-100% FS, user selectable
Acknowledge: Front panel ENTER button and external RESET terminals resets output and screen indication.

Product Ratings & Approvals

FM: Explosion-proof for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D. Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, G. Class III, Division 1; T6. Class I, Zone 1, AExd IIC T6 Gb. Zone 21, AEx tb IIIC T85°C. Ta = -40 to 75°C.
Enclosure: Type 4X & IP66. Certificate number: 3040391
ATEX: II 2 G D. Ex d IIC T6 Gb. Ex tb IIIC T85°C Db IP68. Ta = -40 to 75°C.
Certificate number: Sira 10ATEX1116X
IECEx: IECEx SIR 10.0056X. Ex d IIC T6 Gb. Ex tb IIIC T85 C Db IP68. Ta = -40 to 75°C
CSA: Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D. Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, G. Class III, Division 1; T6. Class I, Zone 1, Ex d IIC T6.
Ta = -40 to 75°C. Enclosure: Type 4X & IP66.
Certificate number: 11 2325749