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Introduction

The K-TC is Influx’s stackable instrumentation compatible with the entire range of data loggers from Influx. It can also be integrated with any device configured via DBC files, even other logger systems or output signals on CAN to the Rebel Dash display.

The K-TC is an ideal solution for applications that require a large number of thermocouple inputs. The K-TC’s accurate sensor data is transmitted periodically on the CAN bus, enabling multiple devices to be connected. In addition, the K-TC CAN bus settings, calibration, and sampling rates are all easily configurable, and these settings are stored within the K-TC even when the device is not powered.

Technical Specifications

Function

Description

Power Supply

4.5 to 36V DC

Power Consumption

Normal operation 150mA to 350mA at 12 V Power down standby mode approx. 3mA at 12V

Configuration

Via CAN bus with K-Cal

Output control settings and configuration are stored in the device.

Interfaces

CAN bus (max 1000kbps)

PC Interfaces

Enclosure

Dimension (LxHxW): 115x26(K-TC8), 46(K-TC16), 86(K-TC32)x 105mm

Weight: 430g K-TC8), 570g(K-TC16), 900g(K-TC32)

IP65

ABS

Environmental

-40°C to +85°C Humidity Max 90%

Thermocouple Inputs

K, J, T - type

±1°C accuracy

Measurement: -200°C to +1200°C

Connection Types

Thermocouples mini K,J, T- type

Thermocouple inputs

Number Of Channels

8xK, J, T –type input (K-TC8); 16xK, J, T –type input (K-TC16); 32xK,J,T –type input (K-TC32)

Measurement Range

-200°C to +1200°C

Max Sampling Rate

20 Hz per channel

Max voltage applied

±3.3V

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

Ground

Pin 5

Power Ground

Pin 7

CAN H

Pin 9

Power Supply 4.5-36V

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

K-TCxx Driver Installation

Installing the Rebel Drivers

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 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.