DS-5 Snow/Rain Sensor Controller
Features
• Automatic Activation means Lower Deicing Costs
• Reliable Rain And Snow Detection
• Dual 30A @ 240VAC Control
• Field Strap for 100-120/200-240 VAC Operation
• Replaceable Remote Precipitation Sensor
• Easy Installation, Full Access to Electronics
• 8 Different Functions, 1 Part Number
• Adjustable Temperature Trigger Point
• Adjustable Delay Off Cycle
• Selectable Low Temperature Cutoff
• Smart "Manual On" Operates for One Delay Cycle
Specifications
| Dimensions | 4¾"(120) x 7"(178) x 2¾"(70) |
| Weight | 2 Lbs. (0.9 Kg) |
| Operating Temperature | -40oF to +185oF (-40oC to +85oC) |
| Enclosure Rating | NEMA 3R |
| Supply Power | 100-120VAC/200-240VAC Field Selectable 15W maximum |
| Trigger Temperature | 34oF-44oF (1.1oC-6.6oC) Field Selectable |
| Delay Off (Sensor) | 2 Minutes |
| Delay Off (Controller) | 30-90 Minutes Field Selectable |
| Load Contact Capacity | 2 x 30A @ 240 VAC/100,000 operations minimum at full load |
| Monitor Contact Capacity | 24 VDC/VAC 400mA 10W total |
The DS-5 is essentially a DS-2B fitted with a dual 30A @ 240 VAC load control contact set. It is primarily designed for larger satellite antenna/broadcast tower deicing and pavement snow melting applications. Specifically, any job that a DS-2B can perform a DS-5 can perform with double the load handling capability.
A new feature has been added to the DS-5. If the switch is placed in "Manual On" for less than 2 seconds, then switched back to "Automatic" the controller will execute one delay off cycle. The delay off cycle is determined by the DEL switch setting and the DEL adjustment, i.e., 2 minutes in "sensor" mode, 30-90 minutes in "controller" mode. This can be used to clear surfaces with a frost or hail buildup without the danger of leaving the system in a continuous "Manual On" condition. "Standby/Reset" can still be used to clear this delay off cycle. The DS-5 is also compatible CDP-2 remote control/status panels.
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