HC510-RK-8 Hetronik HC500 Heat Controller 8-Slot Rack

Hetronik HC510-RK-8 HC500 Heat Controller 8-Slot Rack Overview

Features:

• Multi-Channel
• Modular System
• Data Exchange via PROFINET, PROFIBUS-DP, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, or a Serial Interface (RS232 or RS485)

The Hetronik HC510-RK-8 HC500 Heat Controller 8-Slot Rack may still be available for purchase and support from Artisan Technology Group beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).

HC500 Heat Controller 8-Slot Rack Price & Specs

Hetronik HC510-RK-8 HC500 Heat Controller 8-Slot Rack Description

Functions

Designed as an 8-slot rack enclosure for modular heat controller systems, this equipment accommodates up to eight output cards (OC), providing a centralized hardware platform for interfacing heating elements and sensors. It facilitates organized mounting and electrical connections, incorporates built-in cooling via two fans for temperature regulation, and supports integration with CPU units featuring HC-NET and HC-COM communication interfaces. The rack enables scalable expansion and maintenance of heat control systems in industrial automation by housing multiple control and output modules coherently.

Platforms

Industrial automation rack-mounted platform designed for distributed thermal process control systems. Operates in standard 19-inch rack environments with redundant power supply configurations, typically 24VDC or 110/220VAC. Interfaces include RS-485 Modbus RTU/TCP, Ethernet TCP/IP, and discrete I/O for field device integration. Supports hot-swappable controller modules with isolated communication channels. Compatible with SCADA systems, PLCs, and HMI panels through OPC servers. Common applications include multi-zone furnace control, chemical processing temperature regulation, semiconductor manufacturing thermal management, food processing pasteurization systems, and industrial HVAC coordination. Provides centralized monitoring and control for up to eight independent temperature control loops with cascade, ratio, and feedforward control capabilities.

Applications

Designed for multi-zone temperature control in industrial heating systems, providing centralized management of up to eight heating zones through modular slot configuration. Controls electric heaters, heating elements, and thermal processing equipment with precise temperature regulation and monitoring capabilities. Commonly deployed in plastic injection molding, extrusion processes, packaging machinery, food processing equipment, and industrial ovens where distributed heating control across multiple zones is required. Features rack-mounted architecture for integration into control panels and automation systems with standardized electrical connections for heating loads and temperature feedback sensors.

Accessories

Requires HC500 series I/O modules for each slot, 24VDC power supply with minimum 5A capacity, DIN rail mounting hardware. RS-485 communication interface with RJ45 connector for Modbus RTU protocol. Each I/O slot accepts HC500 series modules with 40-pin edge connector. Front panel features 8-character LED display and 4-button keypad for local configuration. Supports up to 8 analog or digital I/O modules depending on application requirements.

Interfaces

8-slot PLC rack chassis designed to host up to 8 output cards (OC) for Hetronik HC500 series; includes 2 cooling fans with protective grilles; power input is 230 VAC; rack provides card slot connectors for output cards with standard Hetronik HC500 interface specification; no specific connector type or pin count documented, typically custom card edge connectors for plug-in OC modules in this rack system.

Specifications

This modular 8-slot chassis provides a centralized platform for multi-channel precision temperature control. It integrates power distribution and a backplane for up to eight hot-swappable thermal regulation modules, typically for resistance heating elements or process fluid control. Connectivity includes main power input and potential fieldbus/Ethernet interfaces for SCADA or PLC integration. Common applications span industrial process heating, such as injection molding, extrusion, furnace control, and laboratory thermal management systems requiring robust, scalable, and independent zone temperature regulation.

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Hetronik HC510-RK-8 HC500 Heat Controller 8-Slot Rack Manuals, Datasheets, Drivers, Links

• Hetronik HC500 Series Manual (pdf)
• Hetronik HC500 Series Manual 2 (pdf)
• Hetronik HC500 Series Racks Diagram (pdf)
• View all Hetronik products

Hetronik HC510-RK-8 HC500 Heat Controller 8-Slot Rack Specs

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