All About Pump Control
Precision Digital features easy to use, and feature-packed devices that can satisfy a wide variety of pump control applications. They are available in 1/8 DIN panel mount, explosion-proof and NEMA 4X wall mount configurations.
The PD6000 Pump Controller and PD8-6000 Explosion-Proof Pump Controller are loaded with features like an informative dual-line 6-digit display, a 24 VDC power supply to power any level transmitter, and user-friendly programming without the need for a PLC. It can alternate up to 8 pumps to control the level of sumps, tanks, or wells. Learn more
The PD765 Pump Controller and PD8-765 Explosion-Proof Pump Controller have features including a huge 1.2 inch (30.5 mm) display that can be seen from afar, user-friendly programming, and a 24 VDC power supply to power the transmitter. It can alternate up to 2 pumps to control the level of sumps, tanks, or wells. Learn more
The ConsoliDator+ Multivariable Controller can be used for a wide variety of pump control applications. Whether the system has two, three, or even five pumps, the ConsoliDator+ will provide the alternation scheme needed to ensure the pumps last as long as possible. Pumps can be alternated based on level readings and/or pump run time for maximum pump efficiency. The ConsoliDator+ can also help with preventative pump maintenance by alerting an operator when a pump has exceeded a user-defined threshold of total pump runtime. The ConsoliDator+ can also perform the pump alternation sequence with a single float switch input in case of primary sensor failure. Learn more
Forget about complicated wiring, installations, level switches, and unintelligible devices. Precision Digital Pump Controllers are an efficient and informative solution. Watch the video on how to alternate pumps with the PD6000 Pump Controller.
Applications
How to alternate pumps with the PD6000 Pump Controller
The PD6000 Pump Controller can alternate up to 8 similar pumps for applications where pumps are used to control the level of tanks, sumps, or wells. Alternating pumps helps extend the life of the pumps by evenly distributing the load among the pumps in service. In the application below, two relays are set up to alternate when an on/off pump cycle is completed. Two other relays are used for alarms.
For more information about pump alternation with the PD6000, click here to read our white paper titled "Level Monitoring & Pump Control with the ProVu PD6000."
Multiple Pump Control with the ConsoliDator+ Multivariable Controller
The ConsoliDator+ PD9000 multivariable controller can accept up to (28) 4-20 mA Isolated Inputs and (25) 10 Amp Form C relays which enables it to perform an abundance of tasks related to pump control. The following example illustrates how one ConsoliDator+ can utilize its many 4-20 mA inputs and relays to achieve monitoring, alarming, and level control of multiple sumps.
- One ConsoliDator+ monitors and controls 6 sumps.
- All 4-20 mA inputs from the level transmitters are isolated and powered by the ConsoliDator+.
- Twenty-four 10 A Form C relays control and alternate 2 pumps in each sump while providing high / low level alarms for each sump.
- One relay sends a signal to a central monitoring station when any sump goes into high alarm.
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Videos
Pump Controllers Key Features Overview
Check out this short introduction to the PD6000, 765, and PD8 pump controllers with integrated level displays. These pump controllers include features that allow for clear and convenient level monitoring as well as control. They are rugged enough to handle almost any application environment, including hazardous areas requiring explosion-proof approvals.
Sump Level Control with PD6000 Multi-Pump Alternation
See how the PD6000 Pump Controller alternates pumps in a lift station while monitoring the level. Using the dual-scale feature, the PD6000 will be displaying gallons on the upper display and height in feet on the lower display. Two relays trigger high and low alarms, and two others trigger the pumps that drain storm water.
NEMA 4X Enclosures
For wall mounting configurations, choose from a wide selection of NEMA 4X enclosures that can house from one to multiple pump controllers. They are available in plastic or stainless steel.
PDA2300 Series NEMA 4X Economical Plastic Enclosures Learn more
PDA2600 Series NEMA 4X Stainless Steel Enclosures Learn more
PDA2800 Series NEMA 4X Low-Cost Plastic Enclosures Learn more
PDA3400 Series Internally Mounted NEMA 4X Plastic Enclosures Learn more
PD9000-ENC ConsoliDator+ Enclosures Learn more
Pump Controllers
Precision Digital PD6000 ProVu® Pump Controller
- Multi-pump alternation control for up to 8 pumps
- Isolated 24 VDC @ 200 mA transmitter power supply
- Display the measured input in two scales (i.e. gallons and percent)
- 2 or 4 form C internal relays
- 4-relay expansion module available
- 4-20 mA output with isolated 24 VDC @ 40 mA power supply
Precision Digital PD765 Trident X2 Pump Controller
- Huge, easy-to-read display
- Pump alternation control for up to 2 pumps
- Max/min display
- 24 VDC power supply available to power the transmitter
Precision Digital PD6600 Loop Leader Loop-Powered Pump Controller
- Loop-powered backlight with red backlight for alarm conditions
- 2 loop-powered solid state relays
- Relay pump alternation based on level and time
- Relay runtime and cycle count
- Display the measured input in two scales (i.e. gallons and percent)
- Optional 4-20 mA analog output
- Automatic unit conversion for volume and height
Precision Digital PD8-6000 ProtEX-MAX Explosion-Proof Pump Controller
- Multi-pump alternation control for up to 4 pumps
- Isolated 24 VDC @ 25 mA transmitter power supply
- Display the measured input in two scales (i.e. gallons and percent)
- 2 or 4 form C internal relays
- 4-20 mA output with isolated 24 VDC @ 25 mA power supply
- Configure meter using SafeTouch® through-glass buttons
Precision Digital PD8-765 ProtEX-MAX Explosion-Proof Pump Controller
- Huge, easy-to-read display
- Pump alternation control for up to 2 pumps
- Max/min display
- 24 VDC power supply available to power the transmitter
- Configure meter using SafeTouch® through-glass buttons
Precision Digital PD2-6000 Helios Large Display Pump Controller
- Large 1.80" six-digit, dual-line display
- Readable from 100 feet away
- Multi-pump alternation control for up to 4 pumps
- Isolated 24 VDC @ 200 mA transmitter power supply
- Display the measured input in two scales (i.e. gallons and percent)
- 4 form C internal relays
- 4-20 mA output with isolated 24 VDC @ 40 mA power supply
Precision Digital PD9000 ConsoliDator+ Multivariable Controller
- NEMA 4X Panel Mount Multivariable Controller
- Convenient Display, Control, & Alarm of Multiple 4-20 mA, Pulse, & Modbus Inputs
- Numeric & Bargraph Color Display (320 x 240 pixels) 5.7" (145 mm)
- Up to (28) 4-20 mA Isolated Inputs or Pulse Inputs
- Up to (25) 10 Amp Form C Relays (With Eight Analog or Pulse Inputs)
- Up to (25) Isolated 4-20 mA Outputs (With Eight Analog or Pulse Inputs)
- Multi-Pump Alternation Control or On / Off Control with Random Varying Set Point
- 4-20 mA output with isolated 24 VDC @ 40 mA power supply