RKI Beacon 800 Controller

RKI Beacon 800 Controller

RKI
TF: 002753-HW-RKI-053
Overview

The Beaconª 800 is a versatile, low cost fixed system controller for one to eight points of gas detection. It is microprocessor controlled and is capable of accepting up to 8 separate 4-20 mA sensor transmitters which can be either 2 or 3 wire. The Beaconª 800 can be powered by either 24 VDC, or 85-264 VAC. It is simple to operate and comes complete with a wall mount installation kit.

Physical

 
DimensionsHeight: 12.5″ 318 mm
Width 11.0″ 279 mm
Depth 6.4″ 163 mm
EnclosureWall mounting grey polycarbonate with hinged cover.
Conduit
Connection
 
3/4″ NPT conduit hubs, 4 provided for sensors, power and relay wiring.
Wiring
Termination
 
Screw type terminal block, 14 gauge max.

Environmental

 
Operating Temp-4°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C)
Storage Temp-4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
Relative
Humidity
0 – 80% RH
Enclosure
Rating
NEMA-4X enclosure, waterproof, chemical, and weather resistant.

Inputs

 
4-20 mAAccepts any 4-20 mA transmitter (24 VDC, 2 or 3 wire). A wide variety of RKI sensors are available with4-20 mA signals. Wiring distances up to 8,000 feet.

Outputs

 
Relays

2 relays per channel 10 amp rating, SPDT isolated contacts.

 

1 set of common relays:

  • 2 for gas alarm levels
  • 1 for malfunction

Relays fully programmable for:

  • Increasing or decreasing alarms
  • Latching or self reset
  • Normally energized or normally de-energized
  • Time delay for alarm on and alarm off
Display2 alphanumeric displays with backlighting. 16 characters per line; 4 lines each. All 8 channels continuously displayed.
AudibleBuilt-in audible alarm, 94 dB steady tone, mounted on enclosure.
Visual4 visual LED alarms on front cover for alarm indications, pilot, and malfunction.
Optional
Expansion Cards
 
Individual 4-20 mA (or 1 – 5 VDC) outputs
Heavy duty relay card (4 each @ 30 amps)

Power

85-264 VAC or 24 VDC standard
Battery backup option available

Approvals

CSA Certified to CSA C22.2 No. 1010 and ANSI/ISA S82.01

The 2 large digital displays have backlighting and easily identify both the gas type and the gas concentration for all 8 channels simultaneously. The Beaconª 800 is housed in a NEMA 4X rated case for a weather tight seal. This case design complies with lock out / tag out standards and can be fully secured. An external reset switch allows alarms to be silenced from outside the controller housing. The bottom mounted wiring hubs allow for easy wiring.

With 3 amp rated relays, the Beaconª 800 can be wired directly to a variety of devices like alarm horns, buzzers, or lights. This eliminates the need for costly external relays from the controller to devices. RKI offers the industry’s widest selection of standard and toxic gas detection sensors, which can be utilized with the Beaconª 800, providing gas monitoring protection for almost any application.