Eaton EASY-E4 Series User Manual

6. Function blocks
6.1 Manufacturer function blocks
6.1.4.4 TC - Three step controller
General
TC three-step controllers feature three states for the manipulated
variable. These states are implemented with two function block out-
puts Q1, Q2, of which either none or only one can be closed. I1 is the
setpoint and I2 is the actual value. X = I1 - I2 yields control deviation
X, which is applied on the actual controller. The controller will then
determine the manipulated variable for function block outputs Q1, Q2.
Figure 157: Three-step controller schematic diagram
I1: Setpoint
I2: Actual value
Operating principle
The following timing diagram shows how the three-step controller behaves.
Figure 158: Timing diagram for three-step controller
XH/ -XH: Distance X from switching point
H1: Hysteresis 1 for XH
H2: Hysteresis 2 for -XH
Y(t): Operating points for Q1/ Q2
Q1: Switch output X = positive
Q2: Switch output X = negative
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Eaton EASY-E4 Series Specifications

General

Type	Programmable Relay
Digital Inputs	Up to 12
Digital Outputs	Up to 8
Display	LCD
Operating Temperature	-25°C to +55°C
Protection Degree	IP20
Storage Temperature	-40°C to +70°C
Supply Voltage	24 V DC, 100-240 V AC
Analog Inputs	4
Outputs	Relay, transistor
Programming	EASY-SOFT-PRO
Communication	Ethernet, Modbus, CANopen
Expansion	Expandable with additional modules
Relative Humidity	5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Standards	IEC/EN 61131-2, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 142