SPECIFICATION DATA

DMC (Detector Multi-Channel)

Process Monitor

APPLICATION
The Det-Tronics DMC (Detector Multi-Channel) is a
weatherproof, multi-sensor process monitor that delivers
reliable protection. The DMC accommodates up to
36 channels of toxic/combustible gas and/or flame
monitoring, and offers panel selectable configuration of
sensor type, range, and alarm output level. Weighing
less than 9 pounds, the wall-mounted DMC enclosure is
easy to install and commission, and delivers exceptional
protection for a wide range of industrial applications.
A number of system options are available including a
preinstalled 24 Vdc power supply, special programming, high level alarm. The horn can be immediately silenced
and communication protocols. using the Silence Alarm key. Special logic programming
is available upon request. Logical cause/effect diagrams
are required prior to quotation.
DESCRIPTION
Each DMC system is shipped with a system instruction
The DMC system is an integrated programmable logic and operations manual that includes mechanical and
controller (PLC), operator interface, I/O and networking electrical drawings showing all wiring terminations.
package. It utilizes a ladder-logic based control engine
and features an Intel® processor with speed comparable
to most mid-sized PLCs. The control unit uses a stacked FEATURES
input/output module design that supports up to four I/O
modules in a single unit. • Standard models are available for up to 4, 12, 24 or 36
detection points
A DIN rail mounted interposing terminal strip is provided for • Accepts 4-20 mA inputs from a wide variety of detector
all operating power, input, and output wiring connections. types and measurement ranges
Internal power and I/O circuitry is distributed to the wiring
• Password protected field configuration of gas types,
terminals. Fuse protection is provided on the main power
ranges, alarm levels, and channels-in-service
input and all signal inputs. The DMC is compatible with
any 2 or 3-wire device that generates a 4-20 milliampere • Standard models provide common “Low”, “High”,
analog signal. Alarm outputs are normally open SPST “Fault”, “Horn” and “Strobe” dry relay contact outputs
contacts, rated 4.0 amps at 30 vdc or 250 vac (non- (5 total)
inductive). • Rugged NEMA 4X/IP66 fiberglass housing with clear
latching door
The DMC system is field configured using the onboard
• Available with or without 24 VDC power supply; four
keypad and LCD display. Selectable detector types
different 24 VDC power supply options available
include Combustibles, Cl2, ClO2, CO, H2S, HCN, NH3,
O2, PH3, SO2 and flame. A number of full scale • DIN rail mounted, fuse protected power distribution and
measurement ranges per gas type are selectable. High screw terminals for field wiring connections
and Low Alarm levels are selectable for each channel. • Backlit 2 line x 16 large character LCD display; time
An optional Flame detector channel designator is also tagging and logging of all alarms and faults provided
selectable. Special channel designations are available
upon request. • Two communication ports provided: RS-232 serial port
supporting MODBUS RTU slave or serial CsCAN™
Standard common alarm (OR-Gate) logic is provided for networks, and a CAN network supporting either
the high alarm, low alarm, fault, horn, and strobe outputs. DeviceNet™ or CsCAN. Ethernet communication
The horn and strobe outputs are driven by any low or option is also available.

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 ELECTRICAL
SPECIFICATIONS INPUT POWER—
AC Models: 100-120 VAC 2.5 A maximum
MECHANICAL Jumper
Selectable: 200-240 VAC 1.5 A maximum
MAXIMUM WEIGHT—
19 lbs. (8.7 kg). DC Models: 24 VDC power provided by customer
at sufficient current to enable proper
ENCLOSURE— system operation (model specific).
NEMA 4X,
IP66. POWER CONSUMPTION—
Models without internal 24 VDC power supply
ENCLOSURE MATERIAL—
(DMC input voltage = 18 – 30 VDC):
Corrosion resistant fiberglass reinforced with polyester
with transparent Lexan© window. DMC Model Number Current Required
DMC-04-A-0-FN 0.2 A
TEMPERATURE RANGE— DMC-12-A-0-FN 0.4 A
Operating: +32°F to +140°F (0°C to +60°C). DMC-24-A-0-FN 0.8 A
Storage: +14°F to +158°F (–10°C to +70°C). DMC-36-A-0-FN 1.2 A

HUMIDITY RATING—
5 to 95 % (non-condensing). NOTE
No gas detector power requirements are
DIMENSIONS— included in above table. Total system
Inches (Centimeters) consumption must be calculated by adding
power consumption of The DMC and power
consumption of all installed gas detectors.
10.0
(25.4)

Models with internal 24 VDC power supply:

DMC Model Gas Detector Supply Current Available
DMC-04-A-1-FN 1.1 A
DMC-12-A-2-FN 3.8 A
DMC-24-A-3-FN 3.4 A
14.75
(37.5)

6.6 12.8
(16.8) (32.4)

0.32 DIA. x 4

15.5
(39.4)

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Specifications subject to change without notice.

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