MACH-ProAir
BACnet® Controller
Engineered to exceed the specifications for a wide variety of Variable Air Volume (VAV) applications, the Reliable Controls® MACH-ProAir is a fully programmable BACnet Building Controller (B-BC) with numerous downloadable standard codes and flexible I/O options, all priced to meet a modest budget.
Features
Dynamic Database
- Shared memory allows creation of supported objects as required (up to memory max, or 128 object limit, whichever is reached first)
- All models provide 32K of database memory and 28K of trend memory
- Typical Object Configuration table shown below
Protocol
- BACnet® - MS/TP (EIA-485)
Motor Control
- Standard VAV and optimized motor control algorithms stored in firmware
- Numerous standard application codes can be downloaded from the Reliable Controls®website
- Optional user-programmed algorithm
Engineered Enhancements
- Onboard End Of Line (EOL) switch with LED indication provides easy EOL configuration and visual verification
- Remote addressing and software selectable inputs allow detailed configuration to be completed over the network
- Robust MRAM non-volatile memory preserves trend data on power cycle
- BACnet COV support provides optimized network sharing
Control-BASIC™ Programs
- 8500 bytes programmable control strategy in a readable, BASIC-like language
- 3200 bytes per program
Inputs
- Universal ranges
- Soft-selectable 0-10 VDC, 4-20 mA, thermistor / dry contact
Outputs
- Universal ranges
- 0-12 VDC or TRIAC, model dependent
Variables
- Selectable standard and custom ranges, as well as fixed or program-driven values
PID Loops
- Standard P, PI, or PID controllers for closed loop control
Single-Point Trend Logs
- Samples created at polled, COV, or triggered intervals
- Default 128 samples, configurable to allow trending over a longer period of time
Multipoint Trend Logs
- Each Trend Log includes 8 points at polled or triggered intervals
- Default 128 samples, configurable to allow trending over a longer period of time
Runtime Report
- Records the total On time and the total number of transitions, as well as daily transitions for every binary point
- A 50-sample runtime log is optional for each binary point
System Groups
- Allows related points to be grouped onto one display
- 80 points/group
Schedules
- 7 On/Off times for each weekday or exception
Calendars
- Days of the year designated as holidays
Arrays
- Up to 128 elements in a one-dimensional array
Tables
- For creating custom input ranges and Control-BASIC™ lookup tables
Custom Units
- 8 analog engineering units
- 8 binary engineering units
- 8 multistate units with 8 states, 32-characters each
SMART-Net™ Port
- Networks up to 4 SMART-Sensors™
32 Network In Points
16 Network Out Points
- The total maximum number of writes and shares to other devices
Warranty
- 5 years
Certification
- BTL Listed (B-BC)
- UL916 Listed
- CFR47 Part 15/B
- CE
Typical Object Configuration
There are physical limitations to the number of inputs, outputs, and SMART-Sensors that can be connected to a MACH-ProAir. For other object types, there are no imposed limits for the maximum number of objects of a single type. The main constraint for created objects is onboard memory, however, the total number of objects that can be created (including inputs, outputs, and SMART-Sensors) is limited to 128. The table below details a typical database that fits in the memory module for any model.
Variables (48) Loops (4) Schedules (2) Calendars (1) Tables* (2) Groups (2) Multipoint Trend** (2) Runtime* (32) Arrays (2) Program (8) SMART-Sensor*** (4)
* Tables and Runtime Logs are not counted in the 128 object limit. Inputs, outputs, and the device object are counted in the 128 object limit.
** Trends are configured to store 128 samples.
*** All models accommodate a maximum of 4 SMART-Sensors.
Tech Specs
Processor & Memory
- 66 MHz, high-performance, 32-bit embedded microcontroller with onboard Flash memory
- Controller database, values, log data, and configuration held in robust non-volatile memory
- Operating System firmware easily updated at any time over the network
Supply Voltages
- 24 VAC ±10% 32 VA max. 50/60 Hz
- 24 VDC ±10% 12 W max.
Note: MPA-12 and MPA-111 require 24 VAC only to support internal power to TRIACs
Communications
- MS/TP
- EIA-485 @ 76.8 Kbps max.
- Auto-baud detection
- SMART-Net™
- 4 SMART-Sensors™ max.
- RJ-11 port on all models
- 4 wire terminal connector on all models
Universal Inputs
- 12-bit A/D converter
- Soft selectable: 0-10 VDC, 4-20 mA,
thermistor/dry contact - Impedance:
3M Ω on 0-10 VDC range
250 Ω on 4-20 mA range
20k Ω on thermistor range - Pulse counting up to 40 Hz
(supports flow meters) - 24 VAC over-voltage protection
Universal Outputs
- 10-bit D/A converter
- Analog: 0-12 VDC
- Binary: 0/12 VDC
- Output power: 75 mA @ 12 VDC
- 24 VAC over-voltage and short protection
TRIAC Outputs
- 24 VAC @ 0.5 A
SETUP-Tool™
- SETUP-Tool™ optional for MS/TP configuration
Dimensions
- With actuator:
22.7 cm L x 10.1 cm W x 7.7 cm H
(8 15/16" L x 3 15/16" W x 3" H) - Without actuator:
19.9 cm L x 10.1 cm W x 7.3 cm H
(7 13/16" L x 3 15/16" W x 2 7/8" H) - With MPA-C:
22.7 cm L x 15.0 cm W x 7.7 cm H
(8 15/16" L x 5 7/8" W x 3" H)
Mounting
- Supplied with #8 screw
- Compatible with 3/8" to 1/2" damper blade shaft
Weight
- 0.7 kg (1.8 lb.)
Ambient Limits
- Operating: 0 ºC to 50 ºC (32 ºF to 122 ºF)
- Shipping: -40 ºC to 60 ºC (-40 ºF to 140 ºF)
- Humidity: 10% to 90% RH non-condensing
Velocity Sensor
- ±0-500 Pa (0-2" WC)
- Maximum zero point accuracy 0.1 Pa (0.0008" WC)
- Resolution: 0.122 Pa (0.0005" WC)
- Span accuracy 3% of reading
Actuator
- Torque 45 in-lb (5 Nm)
- Brushless D.C.
Flow Sensor
- 5.2mm OD barbed fittings
- Suitable for 1/4" standard pneumatic control tubing
Enclosure
- ABS
- UL94-5V