The NEWPORT® i16 is the popular 1/16 DIN size (48mm square) meter or controller. The meter (model i1600) displays the process value and has no control outputs. The controller is available with a single (i16) or dual display (i16D) that displays a set point along with the process value. The i16 is the first 1/16 DIN controller with a display that can be programmed to change color at any set point or alarm point. The i16 is the first 1/16 DIN controller with the option of both RS-232 and RS-485 in one instrument with both MODBUS serial protocol and the straightforward NEWPORT® ASCII protocol. NEWPORT® provides free configuration and data acquisition software for the iSeries on CD-ROM and for download off the Web.

The i16 enclosure has a NEMA 4 (IP65) rated front bezel. The electronics are removable from the front panel.

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Programmable Color Display
The NEWPORT® iSeries are the first complete series of 1/8, 1/16 and 1/32 DIN process control instruments with totally programmable color displays. The display can be programmed to change color at any set point or alarm point.

iSeries Change Color at any Setpoint

For example, the instrument can be programmed to display the process value in GREEN during warm-up, switching to AMBER to signal the normal operating range, and in RED to signal an alarm condition. The changes in color are quickly seen from a distance, and machine operators can intuitively react to changing conditions. The colors can be programmed to change back when the value drops back below the alarm point or to "latch" on until being reset by the operator.

The instrument can also be programmed to display only one unchanging color: GREEN, AMBER, or RED. This is a useful way to let an operator identify, at a glance, process values in three separate locations, or to display three different measurements such as Temperature, Pressure, and Flow.

Designed and Manufactured in the USA
The innovative NEWPORT^® iSeries of meters/controllers features an extended Five (5) YEAR warranty at no extra charge. The iSeries packs a wealth of power and features into the smallest of packages, utilizing COB (chip-on-board) and SMT (surface mount technology) assembly techniques and automation. Every iSeries instrument is thoroughly calibrated and tested at several stages throughout production. The iSeries offers the highest accuracy for industrial instrumentation at 0.03% of reading. The analog-to-digital conversion utilizes proprietary 20-bit ASIC (application specific integrated circuit) patented algorithms and smart filtering.

Universal Inputs The innovative iSeries offers the broadest selection of signal inputs available on one industrial instrument. The choices are easily selected from the Menu with four front panel pushbuttons, or by serial communications.

The Universal Temperature & Process instrument (model "i") handles ten common types of thermocouples: K, J, T, E, R, S, B, C, N, and J DIN, multiple RTD's, and several Process (dc) Voltage ranges: 0-100 millivolt, 0-1 Volt, 0-10 Volt; Process Current range: 0-20 mA. This model also features built-in excitation, 24 Vdc @ 25 mA. with it's wide choice of signal inputs, this model is an excellent choice for measuring or controlling temperature with a thermocouple, RTD, or 4-20mA transmitter.

The Strain & Process instrument (model "iS") measures inputs from Load Cells, Pressure Transducers, and most any strain gauge sensor as well as several Process (dc) Voltage ranges: 0 to 100 mVdc, -100 mVdc to 1Vdc and 0 to 10 Vdc; Process Current range: 0-20 mA. The "iS" has built-in excitation of 5 Vdc @ 40mA or 10 Vdc @ 60mA for bridge transducers. This "iS" model supports 4 and 6 wire bridge configurations, ratiometric and non-ratiometric measurements. The "iS" features fast and easy "in-process" calibration/scaling of the signal inputs to any engineering units. This model also features 10 Point Linearization which allows the user to linearize the signal input from extremely nonlinear transducers of all kinds.

The MIL Standard Nickel RTD with MIL-T-7990B curve is available as a Factory Setup.
Ordering Example: iS16D33-C24-FS (FS: preset for MIL-T-7990B curve, please specify range and accuracy).

Analog Output
The optional analog output can be programmed within a range of 0-10 Vdc or 0-20 mA. It is selectable as either a control output or as a calibrated retransmission of the process value-a unique feature among controllers.

Built-in Excitation Standard
Any excitation voltage between 5 and 24 Vdc is available by special order. Built-in excitation is not available with optional -C24 isolated RS-232/ RS-485 serial communications, -C4EI Ethernet option or -DC option.

Control Functions
The iSeries can control simple manual operation to ON-OFF and full Autotune PID control. (Selectable preset tune, adaptive tune, PID, PI, PD control modes.) The dual control outputs can be configured for a variety of independent control and alarm applications such as heat/heat, heat/cool, heat/alarm, cool/cool, cool/alarm or alarm/alarm. The ramp-to-setpoint feature allows the user to define the rate of rise to setpoint, minimizing thermal shock to the load during start-up. Maximum ramp time: 99.59 (HH.MM), Soak: 00.00 to 99.59 (HH.MM), Damping: 1 to 8 in unit steps.

For applications that do not require PID control, iSeries controllers are available in two special models that offer simplified programming. The iSeries “Limit Alarm” model (specify –AL option) is a conventional limit alarm. The iSeries “Simplified Menu” model (specify –SM option) offers simplified programming. The menu flowchart is similar to programmable digital panel meters that are used for on/off control or alarms. (Please see the iSeries operator’s manuals for programming details.)

Free Software
Free software is provided for easy set-up, configuration and data acquisition with the NEWPORT^® iSeries.

Free ActiveX Controls
Free ActiveX Controls are provided for the iSeries, making it easy to integrate the iSeries with information systems using "ActiveX Containers" such as Microsoft Visual Basic and Microsoft Excel as well as with popular OLE and OPC compliant data acquisition, process control, and industrial automation software from NEWPORT^®, GE Fanuc, Intellution, Rockwell Automation, iconics, and Wonderware among others.

Optional Embedded Internet and Serial Communications
Featuring optional "Embedded Internet" (specify -EI option) the iSeries are the first instruments of their kind that connect directly to an Ethernet network and transmit data in standard TCP/IP packets, or even serve Web pages over a LAN or the Internet. The iSeries are also available with serial communications. With the "-C24" option, the user can select from the pushbutton menu between RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485, with straightforward ASCII commands or MODBUS.

Factory Setup and Configuration
Make installing your iSeries meter or controller easier by ordering it preconfigured by the factory. You specify the input types, scaling if applicable, set points, alarm points, etc. and we will program the instruments to your specific requirements in our calibration lab prior to shipment. For a checklist of factory setup parameters, please consult your NEWPORT^® applications engineers. The Factory Setup "-FS" and configuration option requires the serial communication "-C24" option or network option "-EI/-C4EI".

Custom Configurations
Custom color bezels and enclosures are available for Original Equipment Manufacturers. Enhance the appearance of your equipment design with custom colors. Consult the NEWPORT^® OEM Group.