Section 1: Pall PCM500 and PCM500W Fluid
Cleanliness Monitors
Specification and Requirements
1.3 Ambient Environment
Operating Temperature range 5°C - 40°C (41°F - 104°F)
Storage Temperature range
(Monitor drained of fluid) -20°C to 55°C ( -4°F to 131°F)
Dust and water protection IP65 (NEMA 4)
Relative Humidity 95%rh non-condensing
Operating Altitude <2000 metres
WARNING: Do not use the PCM500 Series Monitor in an explosive
atmosphere
1.4 Electrical
External Mains Power Supply Unit Input 100 – 240 VAC (Auto Ranging)
(PSU) Accessory Frequency 50 – 60 Hz Single Phase.
Output 48V DC
Input Fuse Quick Blow, 4A 5x20mm (250V)
Optional Mains Supply Unit Input 100 – 240 VAC (Auto Ranging)
Frequency 50 – 60 Hz Single Phase.
Output 24VDC
Internal Battery 12VDC Lithium Ion rechargeable.
Battery Life Typically 35 - 40 samples depending on
cleanliness levels & oil viscosity
Communications USB 1 (Data Acquisition)
USB 2 (PC Setup of PCM)
USB 3 (Printer)
Ethernet Cat5 (Remote control & Data
Acquisition)
RS232C (PLC Control)
Voltage Free Contacts
(Alarm output – contact rating 1 Amp @
24VDC)
1.5 Fluid Connections
Inlet – 2 options High Pressure:
Hose with ¼” BSP female swivel fitting and Metric,
Imperial or NPT Test Point connector options.
Low Pressure:
Hose direct coupled on ¼” BSP female swivel fitting.
Sampling stalk (for bottle sampling)
Outlet M10 male fitted to 6mm OD. Clear plastic hose, with
straight adapter and cap.
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