{"product_id":"pr-3101-tc-temperature-converter","title":"PR 3101 TC Temperature Converter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe PR 3101 TC Converter is a high-precision temperature signal converter for industrial automation, process control, and monitoring systems. This DIN-rail mountable \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/signal-conditioning\" title=\"Signal Conditioning Devices\"\u003esignal conditioning\u003c\/a\u003e module, from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.prelectronics.com\/products\/temperature-transmitters\/3100\/tc-converter-3101\/\" title=\"PR electronics 3101 TC Temperature Converter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePR electronics\u003c\/a\u003e, measures thermocouple (TC) Type J and K sensors and outputs a conditioned analog current or voltage signal compatible with \u003ca title=\"Automation Controllers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/automation-controllers-hmi-plc\"\u003ePLCs\u003c\/a\u003e, DCS, and \u003ca title=\"Data Logging and Acquisition\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/data-logging-and-acquisition\"\u003edata acquisition\u003c\/a\u003e systems, providing accurate \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/temperature-converters\" title=\"Temperature Converters\"\u003etemperature conversion\u003c\/a\u003e with excellent EMC performance and robust noise suppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature converter which measures standard TC J and K temperature sensors and provides an analog current or voltage output signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll terminals are over-voltage protected, polarity protected and short-circuit protected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe device can mount in Safe area or in Zone 2 \/ Division 2 \u003ca title=\"Hazardous Area Instrumentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/hazardous-area-instrumentation\"\u003ehazardous areas\u003c\/a\u003e and features approval for \u003ca title=\"Marine Certified Instrumentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/collections\/marine-certified\"\u003emarine applications\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePR 3101 TC Temperature Converter from PR electronics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith impressive flexibility, the 3101 features selectable fast (\u0026lt;30 ms) or damped (300 ms) response times to suit dynamic measurement or filtered applications. Furthermore, its pre-calibrated temperature ranges are easily selectable using intuitive DIP switches, with no external tools necessary. With accuracy better than 0.1 % of span, a signal-to-noise ratio over 60 dB, and compliance with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"NAMUR Assocation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.namur.net\/en\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNAMUR\u003c\/a\u003e NE21 and NE43 standards, the PR 3101 TC temperature converter delivers reliable, repeatable results in electrically noisy environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible 24 VDC (±30%) supply via connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent conversion accuracy in all available ranges, better than 0.1% of span.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026lt; 30 ms fast response time with simultaneous sensor error detection when selected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable 300 ms response time when signal dampening is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeeting the NAMUR NE21 recommendations, this device ensures top measurement performance in harsh EMC environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe device meets the NAMUR NE43 standard defining out of range and sensor error output values.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent signal \/ noise ratio \u0026gt; 60 dB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA green front LED indicates normal operation, status of the input sensor and malfunction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide ambient temperature range: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e-13 to 158˚F (-25 to 70˚C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMounting, Installation, and Programming\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim 6.1 mm housing allows high-density mounting on standard DIN rail (up to 163 units per meter), optimizing space in control cabinets and panels. Flexible 24 VDC (±30 %) power via connectors and comprehensive terminal protection against over-voltage, polarity reversal, and short-circuits ensure dependable operation. A front-panel LED clearly indicates normal operation and sensor status. With a rating for wide ambient temperatures \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e-13 to 158˚F (-25 to 70˚C), and approval for safe Zone 2 \/ Division 2, and marine environments, the PR3101 TC temperature converter is an ideal choice for precision thermocouple signal conditioning in demanding installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy configuration via DIP switches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable DIP settings for easy configuration of more than 1000 factory calibrated measurement ranges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe narrow 6.1 mm housing allows up to 163 units per meter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnits can mount side by side, horizontally and vertically, without air gap on a standard DIN rail, even at 158˚F (70˚C) ambient temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/1955\/0595\/files\/PR-3101-TC-temperature-converter-pr-electronics-signal-conditioning-process-solutions-corp-psc-texas.jpg?v=1768509414\" alt=\"PR-3101-TC-temperature-converter-pr-electronics-signal-conditioning-process-solutions-corp-psc-texas\" style=\"margin-top: 25px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PR electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45878367486083,"sku":"3101","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/1955\/0595\/files\/PR-3101-TC-temperature-converter-pr-electronics-psc-texas.png?v=1768509402","url":"https:\/\/www.psctexas.shop\/products\/pr-3101-tc-temperature-converter","provider":"Process Solutions Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}