Pixsys ATR144 Advanced Dual-Display PID Controller 32×74mm is an authentic Pixsys industrial component (Model/MPN: ATR144-ABC) engineered for continuous factory operations and machinery maintenance in Kenya and across East Africa. Key verified ratings include Manufacturer: Pixsys Electronics (Italy), Mounting & Cutout: Panel Mount 32 × 74 mm (Cutout 71 × 29 mm), Dimensions & Depth: 32 mm (H) × 74 mm (W) × 53 mm (D). Standard plant applications include Horizontal flow-wrappers and shrink-wrap packaging tunnels, Industrial tunnel dryers, conveyor ovens, and bakery provers, Commercial laundry tumble dryers and steam ironing calenders. Supplied through our STARNEX Nairobi sourcing desk with prompt lead times across Kenya and East Africa. When requesting a quotation, please specify required quantity, operating voltage/phase, pipe connection size, and delivery destination.
Pixsys ATR144 Advanced Dual-Display PID Controller 32×74mm
Pixsys ATR144 Advanced Dual-Display PID Controller 32×74mm is an authentic Pixsys industrial component (Model/MPN: ATR144-ABC) engineered for continuous factory operations and machinery maintenance in Kenya and across East Africa. Key verified ratings include Manufacturer: Pixsys Electronics (Italy), Mounting & Cutout: Panel Mount 32 × 74 mm (Cutout 71 × 29 mm), Dimensions & Depth: 32 mm (H) × 74 mm (W) × 53 mm (D). Standard plant applications include Horizontal flow-wrappers and shrink-wrap packaging tunnels, Industrial tunnel dryers, conveyor ovens, and bakery provers, Commercial laundry tumble dryers and steam ironing calenders. Supplied through our STARNEX Nairobi sourcing desk with prompt lead times across Kenya and East Africa. When requesting a quotation, please specify required quantity, operating voltage/phase, pipe connection size, and delivery destination.
Functional engineering application
The Pixsys ATR144 represents the upper performance tier of horizontal 32×74 mm instrumentation in the Pixsys Blue Line family. Designed to replace single-display instruments, the ATR144 integrates dual multi-segment LED displays: a prominent 4-digit 9.6 mm (0.38") upper display for Process Variable (PV) monitoring and a 5-digit 7.1 mm (0.28") lower display for Setpoint (SP) and alarm visualization, complemented by six status annunciation LEDs. The analog input architecture accepts standard industrial thermocouples (K, S, R, J, T, E, N, B with cold junction compensation across -25..85 °C), RTDs (Pt100, Pt500, Pt1000, Ni100, Ni120, PTC 1k, NTC 10k/2252), process current/voltage (0/4..20 mA, 0..1/5/10 V, 0..60 mV), and potentiometers up to 150 kΩ. High conversion speed (up to 2.1 ms) guarantees responsive regulation on fast-reacting heating elements. Beyond basic ON/OFF and single-loop PID algorithms, the ATR144 incorporates advanced process control logic: Heating/Cooling dual PID, programmable soft-start temperature gradients (expressed in °C/hour or fixed percentage output) to prevent thermal shock in ceramic and electric elements, open/close floating logic for motorized control valves, and Loop Break Alarm (LBA) protection that immediately detects open sensor loops or failed heater circuits. Hardware interfaces include two digital PNP inputs, a dedicated 12 V DC (30 mA) auxiliary power supply for two-wire process transmitters, an SSR trigger output, and up to two 5 A / 250 V AC relay outputs. Connectivity is comprehensive: on-board NFC programming via the MyPixsys mobile app, front-accessible Micro-USB port for configuration via MyPixsysLab PC software, memory card backup, and optional galvanically isolated RS485 Modbus RTU communication.
High-performance 32×74 mm PID controller featuring dual alphanumeric displays (PV + SP), universal 16-bit input, soft-start ramp profiles, Micro-USB, and NFC smartphone configuration.
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Parametric technical attributes
| Pixsys ATR144-ABC | |
| IDENTIFICATION | |
| Component Type | Pixsys ATR144 Advanced Dual-Display PID Controller 32×74mm |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Pixsys |
| Part Number (MPN) | ATR144-ABC |
| Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) | PIX-CTL-ATR144 |
| TECHNICAL PARAMETERS | |
| Manufacturer | Pixsys Electronics (Italy) |
| Series | Blue Line Advanced PID Controllers |
| Mounting & Cutout | Panel Mount 32 × 74 mm (Cutout 71 × 29 mm) |
| Dimensions & Depth | 32 mm (H) × 74 mm (W) × 53 mm (D) |
| Display Type | Dual LED: 4 Digits 9.6 mm (PV) + 5 Digits 7.1 mm (SP) + 6 LEDs |
| Analog Inputs | 1x 16-Bit Universal Programmable Input |
| Supported Thermocouples | K, S, R, J, T, E, N, B (Cold Junction Comp. -25..85°C, ±0.2% F.S.) |
| Supported RTD / Thermistors | Pt100, Pt500, Pt1000, Ni100, Ni120, PTC 1k, NTC 10k/2252 |
| Linear Process Inputs | 0/4..20 mA (40k pts), 0..1/5/10 V (50k pts), 0..60 mV, Pot 1..150 kΩ |
| Digital Inputs | 2x PNP (1 if used with 3-wire Pt100 sensor) |
| Sampling Time | Programmable down to 2.1 ms (Up to 470 Hz) |
| Control Algorithms | ON/OFF with Hysteresis, P, PI, PID, PD Time-Proportional |
| Advanced Control Functions | Dual PID Heating/Cooling, Soft-Start Ramp (°C/h), Valve Open/Close, Loop Break Alarm |
| Relay Outputs | 1 or 2x Relays 5 A @ 250 V AC Resistive Load |
| SSR Output | 1x SSR Drive Output: 12 V DC, 25 mA max |
| Auxiliary Sensor Supply | 12 V DC, 30 mA max (for 2-wire 4-20mA sensor loop power) |
| Serial Communication | RS485 Modbus RTU (1200..115200 Baud, isolated) on -T models |
| Programming Interfaces | NFC Wireless (MyPixsys App), Micro-USB Port, Memory Card |
| Enclosure Protection | Front IP65 (with gasket) / Box and Terminals IP20 |
| Operating Conditions | 0..45 °C ambient, 35..95% RH non-condensing, max 2000m elevation |
| PERFORMANCE & RATINGS | |
| Power Supply | 24..230 V AC/DC ±10% 50/60 Hz (Galvanic Isolation 2.5 kV) |
| Power Consumption | 5 Watt / VA max |
| COMPLIANCE & LOGISTICS | |
| Stock Availability | On request |
System fitment & verified replacements
Interchangeable models
- Pixsys ATR141 (Predecessor)
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Common questions on this part
The ATR144 provides a dual alphanumeric display (4 digits for Process Variable and 5 digits for Setpoint/Alarms) rather than a single display. It also includes 2 digital PNP inputs, a 12V auxiliary sensor power supply, soft-start ramping profiles, Loop Break Alarm safety detection, and an on-board Micro-USB PC configuration port.
The ATR144 soft-start function limits the rate of temperature rise upon initial system power-up by imposing a programmable rising gradient (in °C/hour or fixed output percentage). This prevents thermal shock, prolongs element lifespan in high-wattage electric heaters, and drives out moisture from ceramic heating elements safely.
Yes. The ATR144 features an auxiliary 12 V DC (30 mA max) output on dedicated terminals designed specifically to provide loop excitation for 2-wire 4-20mA process transmitters without needing an external DC power supply.
Yes. The ATR144 includes specialized Open/Close motorized valve control algorithms that utilize two electromechanical relay outputs to pulse the opening and closing coils of 3-point floating actuators based on PID error calculations.
