CLS208 208-C10000CA Multi – zone Temperature Controller (8 zones)
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CLS208 208-C10000CA Multi – zone Temperature Controller (8 zones)
The Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208-C10000CA operates as a high – performance multi – zone temperature controller, capable of managing up to 8 independent temperature zones—making it a step up from the 1 – zone CLS204. It interfaces with a wide range of input sensors, including J, K, T, E thermocouples and PT100 RTDs, ensuring compatibility with diverse industrial sensor setups. Each zone utilizes an advanced adaptive PID algorithm that automatically adjusts to process dynamics, minimizing overshoot and reducing stabilization time compared to standard PID controllers.
Model Number CLS208 208-C10000CA
Brand Watlow
Type Multi – zone Temperature Controller (8 zones)
Input Voltage 85 – 264 VAC, 50/60Hz
Operating Temp Range – 10 °C to + 60 °C
Mounting Style Panel Mount (144 x 144 mm)
Dimensions 144 mm x 144 mm x 125 mm
Weight 0.8 kg
Interface/Bus RS – 485, Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU
Compliance CE, RoHS, UL 508
Supported Protocols Modbus RTU, Ethernet/IP, Profibus DP
Typical Power Draw 8W
The Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208-C10000CA operates as a high – performance multi – zone temperature controller, capable of managing up to 8 independent temperature zones—making it a step up from the 1 – zone CLS204. It interfaces with a wide range of input sensors, including J, K, T, E thermocouples and PT100 RTDs, ensuring compatibility with diverse industrial sensor setups. Each zone utilizes an advanced adaptive PID algorithm that automatically adjusts to process dynamics, minimizing overshoot and reducing stabilization time compared to standard PID controllers.
CLS208 208-C10000CA
In the automation stack, this controller sits above the sensor layer and integrates seamlessly with PLCs, SCADA systems, and DCS via its enhanced communication suite, which includes Ethernet/IP in addition to RS – 485 and Modbus RTU. This allows for centralized monitoring and control of all zones through a single HMI, simplifying data logging and process optimization. The Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208-C10000CA also features zone – to – zone synchronization capabilities, critical for processes where thermal events across zones must occur in precise sequence, such as in batch processing with cascading temperature requirements.
CLS208 208-C10000CA
Technical specifications:
Model Number CLS208 208-C10000CA
Brand Watlow
Type Multi – zone Temperature Controller (8 zones)
Input Voltage 85 – 264 VAC, 50/60Hz
Operating Temp Range – 10 °C to + 60 °C
Mounting Style Panel Mount (144 x 144 mm)
Dimensions 144 mm x 144 mm x 125 mm
Weight 0.8 kg
Interface/Bus RS – 485, Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU
Compliance CE, RoHS, UL 508
Supported Protocols Modbus RTU, Ethernet/IP, Profibus DP
Typical Power Draw 8W
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CLS208 208-C10000CA
Main features and advantages:
Choosing the Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208-C10000CA delivers significant real – world advantages. Its multi – zone design reduces the number of components in the system, lowering both upfront hardware costs and long – term maintenance expenses. By consolidating control into a single unit, it eliminates communication lags between separate controllers, ensuring that temperature adjustments across zones are coordinated, which is crucial for processes where inter – zone thermal interactions affect product quality.
Engineered for reliability in demanding industrial settings, the Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208-C10000CA features rugged construction that resists vibration, dust, and chemical exposure. Its adaptive PID algorithms, calibrated for each zone, maintain temperature accuracy within ± 0.1% of the setpoint, even when process loads fluctuate—far exceeding the precision of basic multi – zone controllers. This level of consistency translates to reduced scrap rates in manufacturing and improved compliance with strict regulatory standards in industries like pharmaceuticals and aerospace.
CLS208 208-C10000CA
Application areas:
The Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208-C10000CA excels in industries requiring coordinated multi – zone temperature control. In automotive manufacturing, it regulates the temperature of multiple curing ovens used in painting and coating processes, ensuring uniform finish quality across vehicle parts. In electronics production, it manages the thermal profiles of multi – stage reflow soldering machines, where each zone must maintain a specific temperature to ensure proper solder joint formation.
In large – scale food production facilities, this controller oversees sequential heating zones in continuous baking lines, guaranteeing consistent texture and doneness in baked goods. Its ability to handle fast temperature ramps (up to 50 °C per minute) and maintain tight tolerances makes it ideal for applications where process timing is critical, such as in the production of advanced materials like carbon fiber composites, where precise thermal cycles directly impact material strength.
CLS208 208-C10000CA
Related products:
Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208 – C10000CB – Similar to 208 – C10000CA but with enhanced data logging (10,000 data points vs. 5,000).
Watlow ANAFAZE CLS204 204 – C10000CA – Single – zone counterpart for simpler applications with fewer thermal zones.
Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208 – C20000CA – Higher power output version, supporting heating elements up to 20A per zone.
Watlow ANAFAZE CLS108 108 – C10000CA – Legacy multi – zone model with limited protocol support, suitable for retrofits.
Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 – EXP – Expansion module adding 4 additional zones to the CLS208 base unit.
Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 – COMM – Advanced communication module enabling OPC UA connectivity for Industry 4.0 integration.
Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208 – C10000CC – Cold – room optimized variant with specialized algorithms for low – temperature stability.
Installation and maintenance:
Before installing the Watlow ANAFAZE CLS208 208-C10000CA, verify that the control panel has sufficient space for the 144 x 144 mm footprint, with at least 75mm of clearance above and below for adequate cooling—critical given the higher power draw of multi – zone operation. Check that the power supply can deliver a stable 85 – 264 VAC; voltage fluctuations can affect synchronization between zones.
Confirm sensor compatibility for each zone—mixing thermocouple types is allowed, but ensure the controller is configured accordingly during setup. For ongoing maintenance, conduct weekly checks of the zone status LEDs on the front panel; a solid green indicates normal operation, while a flashing red signals a zone – specific fault. Every three months, inspect terminal block connections for tightness, especially in high – vibration environments, to prevent resistance – induced temperature errors. Calibrate sensors annually using a traceable reference to maintain the Watlow ANAFAZECLS208 208-C10000CA‘s precision.
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