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Introduction

The K-TC 2.0 is Influx's upgraded version of the older K-TC modules. Like the previous modules, these are stackable instrumentation devices compatible with Influx's entire range of data loggers. These can also be integrated with any device configured via DBC files, other logger systems, or output signals on CAN for the Rebel Dash display.

The K-TC 2.0 is an ideal solution for applications that require a large number of thermocouple inputs. The K-TC 2.0's accurate sensor data is transmitted periodically on the CAN bus, enabling multiple devices to be connected. In addition, the temperature data is simultaneously logged in the inbuilt micro-SD card (8GB), the K-TC 2.0 CAN bus settings, calibration, and sampling rates are all easily configurable, and these settings are stored within the K-TC 2.0 even when the device is not powered.

Technical Specifications

Technical Data

Description

Power supply

4.5 to 31V DC (isolated)

Power consumption

K-TC8 / K-TC16 / K-TC32

Normal operation

120mA at 12V / 140mA at 12V / 200mA at 12V

Power down standby mode

24mA at 12V / 25mA at 12V / 30mA at 12V

Configuration

Via CAN bus with K-Cal for calibration. Via USB with TC Logger SW for logging configurations stored in the device

Interfaces (Isolated)

CAN bus (max 1000 kbps) and USB 2.0

Storage

8 GB eMMc

PC Interfaces

USB2.0 Type B (isolated)

Enclosure

Dimension (LxHxW): 115x56(K-TC8) / 79(K-TC16) / 149(K-TC32) x 105mm

Weight 450g(K-TC8), 570g(K-TC16), 900g(K-TC32)

IP 65 (With all thermocouples plugged in)

ABS/Aluminium Allow* (depending upon the stock availability)

Environmental

-40°C to +85°C

Humidity max 90%

Thermocouple Inputs

K, J, T-type

Accuracy ± 1°C

Measurement: -200 °C to 1250 °C

Connection type

Thermocouples: mini K, J ,T-Type (galvanically isolated)

Thermocouple Inputs

Number of channels

K-TC8: 8 channels, K-TC16: 16 channels, K-TC32: 32 channels (group of 8 thermocouples - each galvanically isolated)

Channel Input Types

K, J, T

Measurement Range

(-)200°C to (+)1200°C

Max Sampling Rate

20 Hz per channel

Max applied voltage

± 3.3 V

Peak Galvanic Isolation Voltage

(from all other modules and power supplies)

Three-wire CAN Bus

780 V

Four-wire USB Bus

840 V

Two-wire power module

560V

Pinout of the K-TCxx

2x DB9 CAN Connectors

The CAN connectors are 1x Male and 1x Female 9-pin Subminiature D Type connectors.

DB9

Pin Function

Pin 2

CAN L

Pin 3

CAN Ground

Pin 5

Power Ground

Pin 7

CAN H

Pin 9

Power Supply 4.5-31V

Note:

Please ensure you use Pin-3 for Signal Ground and Pin-5 for Power Ground.

Thermocouple Connectors

The Thermocouple connectors on the K-TC are miniature-size flat-type sockets.

IEC Connector

Pin Function

Top

Bottom

The dimensions of the Male Flat Type Miniature Size Thermocouple Plug that you would plug into it are as follows:

Software Installation

Installing the K-TCxx Cal Software

Run the K-TCxxCal.msi

Click Next to start the installation

The program installation window appears.

Click “Cancel” if you do not wish to install it.

After the K-TCxxCal software is installed, click finish

K-TCxx Driver installation

Before proceeding with the installation, please ensure you have acquired administrative privileges.

To install the K-TCxx driver, run the .exe file in this location:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Influx Technology\Influx K-Cal\TCxxDriver

The .exe file can also be found in the start menu under ‘influx technology.

Run the K-TCxx Installer.exe file.

Click 'Next' to continue installing the K-TCxx device driver on your system.

To cancel the installation at this stage, click ‘Cancel’. (No software has been installed on the system at this point.)

Please read the license agreement carefully.

Once you understand and accept the license agreement, please click ‘I accept this EULA’ to continue with the driver’s installation. If you do not accept the terms, please click ‘Cancel’ to stop the installation at this point.

Click ‘Next’ to continue the installation process.

Once the installation is complete, this window will appear.

Click ‘Finish’ to close the window. The K-TCxx driver is now successfully installed on your system.

Installing ReXgen J2534 Drivers

Download the ReXgen J2534 Driver by clicking the below link and execute the file. - https://downloads.influxtechnology.com/ReXdesk/Rexgen_J2534_Installer.zip

Double click on ReXgen j2534 Installer

Click 'Cancel' to abort installation.

Click 'Install'.

Click 'Close'.

Installing the Rebel Drivers

The Rebel drivers must be correctly installed to ensure the Rebel functions correctly.

If DiaLog is installed, a driver installation application will be available, which can be found in the Influx Technology folder of the Start Menu, as shown below.

Ensure the Rebel is not plugged in and click ‘Next’ to continue.

Please read and accept the EULA, then click next to continue.

The driver installation will begin and may take a few moments.

Once the installation is complete, click ‘Finish’ to close the application.

Plugin the Rebel to allow the drivers to be recognised.