Complete Wireless Thermocouple Connector System

NEWPORT's new Wireless Thermocouple Connector Series features stand-alone, compact, battery powered thermocouple connectors that transmit their readings back to a host receiver up to 120 m (400') away. Each unit can be programmed in the field to work as a type J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N or C calibration connector. When activated the connector will transmit readings continuously at pre set time interval that was programmed by the user during the initial setup. Each unit measures and transmits: Thermocouple Input Reading, Connector Ambient Temperature, RF Signal Strength and Battery Condition to the host and is displayed on the PC screen in real time using the provided software.

NEWPORT’s new Wireless RTD connector Series features stand-alone, compact, battery powered RTD connectors that transmit their readings back to a host receiver up to 120 m (400') away. Each unit can be programmed in the field to interface directly with and 3-wire 100 Ω, 0.00385 or 0.00392 style sensor. When activated the connector will transmit readings continuously at pre set time interval that was programmed by the user during the initial setup. Each unit measures and transmits: RTD input reading, connector ambient temperature, RF signal strength and battery condition to the host and is displayed on the PC screen in real time using the provided software.

NEWPORT’s new Wireless Industrial Thermocouple and RTD Probe Assemblies feature complete, ready to install, pre-wired sensor and wireless transmitter package. Each battery powered wireless unit will transmit measurement back to a host receiver up to 120 m (400') away. Each unit comes preprogrammed to operate as a Type J, K, T, E, R*, S*, B*, C* or N thermocouple or RTD. When activated the unit will transmit readings continuously at pre-set time intervals that has been
programmed by the user during the initial setup and installation. Each unit measures and transmits: process temperature, ambient temperature, wireless link signal strength and battery condition to the host and is displayed on the PC screen in real time using the provided free software. *Please consult engineering for R, S, B and C thermocouples.

When used with host receiver model UWTC-REC1 data from up to 12 wireless thermocouple connectors can be received and displayed. Each unit includes free software that converts your PC into a strip chart recorder or data logger so readings can be saved and later printed or exported to a spread sheet file. When used with host Transceiver model UWTC-REC2 wireless data from one connector can be re-transmitted out of the receiver by a wired connection as a analog voltage, current or thermocouple signal to interface with a controller, PLC or data acquisition board.

Wireless Receiver for Web-Based Monitoring of Temperature The NEWPORT® UWTC-REC3 receiver lets you monitor and record temperature over an Ethernet network or the Internet without any special software-just your web browser. The receiver is an independent node on the network sending and receiving data in standard TCP/IP packets. It is easily configured from a web browser and can be Password protected. The UWTC-REC3 can trigger an alarm if variables go above or below a setpoint that you can determine. Your alarm can be sent by e-mail to a single user or to a group distribution list, including text messages to Internet enable cell phones and PDA’s. The NEWPORT “Mail Notifier” software is a free and easy-to-use program for this application. The UWTC-REC3 receiver serves active web pages to display real time temperature readings and charts. You can also log data in standard data formats for use in a spreadsheet or data acquisition program such as Excel or Visual Basic. NEWPORT offers a free, user-friendly program for logging data to Excel. NEWPORT offers an OPC Server software ($295) that makes it easy to intergrate the UWTC-REC3 wireless receiver with many popular data acquisition and Automation programs.

UWTC-REC3 Web Screen Shot of Temperature Data

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications Thermocouple (TC) Input
Software Selectable: J, K, T, E, R, S, B, C or N
Thermocouple Measurement Range and Accuracy:
TC Measurement Resolution:
Type J, K, T, E, N: 0.1°C
Type R, S, B, C: 0.5°C Cold Junction Compensation
(Automatic): -10 to 70°C (14 to 158°F)
Thermocouple Connection: Patented universal female accepts both standard male (OSTW Series) or miniature male (SMPW Series) mating connector

Specifications RTD) Input
Available RTD Types: 100 Ω (standard), 500 Ω, 1000 Ω (special Order)
RTD Measurement Range and Accuracy:
RTD Measurement Resolution: 1°C/1°F
RTD Connection: Series “T” receptacle. Use Model TA4F mating connector (one included)

RF Output Power:
 UWTC-1 / UWRTD-1: 0dBm (1 mW)
 UWTC-2 / UWRTD-2: 2dBm (10 mW)
Range of RF Link:
 UWTC-1/ UWRTD-1: Up to 60 m (200') outdoor line of sight. Up to 20 m (65') indoor/urban.
 UWTC-2/ UWRTD-2: Up to 120 m (400') outdoor line of sight. Up to 40 m (130') indoor/urban.
 UWTC-NB9/ UWRTD-NB9: Up to 120 m (400') outdoor line of sight. Up to 40 m (130') indoor/urban.
RF Data Packet Standard: IEEE 802.15.4, open communication architecture
Software (Included Free): Requires Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP or Vista operating system
Connector Internal Battery: One 3.6 V lithium, 2.4 Ah capacity (AA) (included)
Connector Internal Battery (UWTC/RTD-NB9): One 3.6V lithium, 8.5 Ah capacity (C) (included)
Battery Life (Typical- 1 sample/minute reading rate @ 25°C (77°F)):
 UWTC-1, UWTC-2: 1.5 years
 UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2: 1 years
 UWTC/RTD-NB9: 2.5 years
 UWTC-2-NEMA: 2.5 years
Data Transmitted to Host: Thermocouple or RTD Reading, Connector Ambient Reading, RF Transmit Strength and Battery Condition

Operating Environment: -10 to 70°C (14 to 158°F)
Computer Interface: USB (one interface cable included with receiver)
Transmit Sample Rate: Programmable from 1 sample/minute to 1 sample/every 5 seconds
Radio Frequency (RF) Transceiver Carrier: ISM 2.4 GHz, direct sequence spread spectrum, license free worldwide (2.450 to 2.490 GHz -12 channels)
CE Compliance: All Models Compliant Except UWTC-REC2-TC and UWTC-REC2-D-TC

Dimensions:
 UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2: 100 L x 50 W x 25 mm H (4 x 2 x 1") (without antenna)
 UWTC-REC1, UWTC-REC2, UWTC-REC2-D, UWTC-REC3: 90 L x 62 W x 24 mm D (3.6 x 2.4 x 0.9") (without mounting feet or antenna)
Weight:
 UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2: 70 grams
 UWTC-REC1, UWTC-REC2, UWTC-REC2-D: 206 grams
Case:
 UWTC-1, UWTC-2, UWRTD-1, UWRTD-2: ABS plastic
 UWTC-REC1, UWTC-REC2, UWTC-REC2-D, UWTC-REC3: Painted steel  

To Order (*Specify Model No.) Prices shown in U.S. dollars
A complete wireless system requires at least one End Device (UWTC-* or UWRTD-*)
and one Receiver (UWTC-REC*).

Ordering Example  (1) UWTC-1 Wireless thermocouple connector/transmitter, (1) UWTC-REC1 12-channel receiver, (1) UWTC-BATT Spare battery = $365
Comes with one 3.6 V Lithium battery, programming software, measurement and logging software, mounting bracket, Type K beaded wire thermocouple, and user manual.
Note: Because of transmission frequency regulations, these products may only be used in the United States, Canada and Europe(please note CE compliance of the specific model for use in Europe).