FAC-2100+ Multi-Loop Process Controllers

Features and Benefits

• Multi-Loop High-Performance Process Control
• Versatile I/O (4-20mA, 0-10V, RTD, Discrete Logic, Relays, etc.)
• Can be configured for Motor Control (PWM, Encoders, etc.)
• Modbus, Custom ASCII/Binary Messaging, and Fairnet Networking
• Prominent displays and intuitive user-interface
• Aluminum/steel construction — fully sealed enclosure
• -20°C to +65°C (-4°F to +149°F) operating range
• MIL-STD-901D Grade A for High Impact Shock
• MIL-STD-167B for Vibration
• MIL-STD-461E for Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI)
• Powerful and easy-to-use graphical programming
• Available with mil-spec miniature cylindrical connectors
• Significantly faster microprocessor and increased memory when compared to the FAC-2100
• Cyber security enhancements including secure boot with firmware and configuration validation, intrusion detection, role-based authentication control (RBAC), hardware validation, encrypted files/communication, trust groups, and historical logging with evidence of critical events
• USB port that may be used for configuration and/or computer-less programming

The Fairmount Automation Controller Series, Model 2100+ (FAC-2100+) is a general-purpose, highly configurable, multi-loop process controller.  Its aluminum-steel construction makes the controller extremely rugged — it is specifically designed for operation in environments susceptible to extreme temperature, humidity, pollution, corrosion, shock, and/or vibration.  To install the MIL-STD-901D Grade A shock qualified device, simply cut out the specified pattern in your console or panel and bolt the controller in — no special shock/vibration mounts, supports, or brackets are required.

The FAC-2100+ digital process controller is equipped with a wide array of I/O capabilities.  It combines the analog functionality of a standard process controller, with the digital functionality normally associated with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).  In its standard configuration, the FAC-2100+ has three analog inputs, two analog outputs, two universal digital inputs, eight standard digital inputs, two digital outputs, and four form-C relays.  Additional I/O can be added to the device through remote I/O points from our Chameleon+ product line.

FAC-2100+ controllers are configured with the Design Pad G5 graphical programming environment.  Design Pad technology makes setting up, debugging, and fine-tuning your control scheme quick and easy.  It also allows the device to be very versatile — virtually every feature from the front-panel displays to the back-panel I/O and everything in between can be customized to fit your needs.

The user interface on the front panel of the FAC-2100+ provides 2 bar graphs, 3 numeric displays, and 3 lines of scrolling alpha/numeric text.  It allows users instant access to the application-specific parameter values that were tagged as operator-adjustable in the controller’s program.  With the ‘Set Menu’ (the upper three keys) the user can easily change parameter values, tune a system, turn outputs on or off, etc.  The ‘Automatic/Manual (A/M) Menu’ (the three lower keys) allows an operator to quickly change and manipulate the A/M state of one or more control loops.

The FAC-2100+ also supports various industrial networking protocols via RS-485 and/or RS-232 communication ports.  Supported protocols include FairNET, Modbus ASCII (master and slave), Modbus RTU (master and slave), Custom ASCII, or Custom Binary protocols. FairNET provides both deterministic and non-deterministic messaging, automatic bus mediation, and a robust master-slave architecture.

Please refer to the following part numbers when ordering FAC-2100 controllers:

FAC-2100 Accessories:

FAC-2100 Spare/Replacement Parts: