The PACE 5000 pneumatic pressure controller/indicator is the first in a new generation of high precision modular instruments for rack-mounting or bench top applications. The PACE 5000 is based on the Druck DPI 520 platform and uses piezo-resistive devices that promise precise and stable performance. Designed primarily for 19-inch rack systems, it can also be used as a bench top instrument and in an ATE system, where fast and accurate pressure control is required. Multiple units can be combined in the same system to provide a full range of pressure calibration capability from 25 mbar to 210 bar. It is available in a choice of two performance specifications, so that the correct instrument can be selected for each installation.
A touch screen and a high-resolution 1/4 VGA display help make the PACE 5000 is easy to operate and read. An icon menu allows operators to set up controller parameters and RS232 and IEEE communication ports allow users to integrate the controller with PC systems.
The PACE 5000 has been designed to communicate with GE’s Druck Intecal software, which was specifically developed to provide support for both laboratory and field calibrations. This provides easy control in a fully integrated pressure loop, giving 100% automated calibration of pressure transducers and transmitters. Intecal software has full documenting facilities to prepare reports and provide calibration certificates from its database, utilizing readout data from connected calibration equipment and test devices. In addition, the calibration and maintenance history of the PACE 5000, along with its configuration, is stored within the instrument. The calibration history is automatically updated each time a calibration is carried out to ensure that calibration records are always up-to-date to meet quality assurance standards.
