Features and Specifications

• Available for Digital MPS4264 – CPx, NPx, and EPx
• Available for Analog MPS4164 – CPx, and NPx
• Optional cooling kit for 60 to 125°C applications
• Option heating kit for -60° to 0°C
• Quick disconnects for electrical and pneumatic I/O
• Rugged Aluminum case
• IP-54 rating

Application

Thermal Control Units are most commonly utilized in flight test, automotive, wind turbine, wind tunnel, and engine test applications where temperatures tend to vary and are often extreme.
They may also be used anywhere a stable temperature environment is not available for MPS pressure scanners. Although the environmental temperatures are within the compensated range of the scanner, a Thermal Control Unit can be used to improve measurement accuracy and limit any effects from temperature.
The MPS Thermal Control Unit also provides a ruggedized enclosure to protect the scanner’s components from moisture, dust, debris, and other contaminants that could harm the scanner.

Overview

The MPSTCU is intended for use in situations where thermal conditions are outside the operating range of a standard MPS module (0-70°C). The MPSTCU utilizes an optional internal heater circuit which provides a stable environment for the MPS, allowing it to operate at much colder temperatures. An optional Cooling Kit is available when the MPSTCU is to be used in higher temperature environments from 60-125°C. Thermal Control Units are most commonly used in flight test, automotive, wind tunnel, and engine test applications where temperatures tend to vary. The pneumatic connection to both the Digital (MPS4264) and the Analog (MPS4164) utilize the same 70MPS connector. All of the MPSTCU units will include a rugged anodized aluminum enclosure, pneumatic connectors and mating pneumatic connectors, a single electrical/data connector, and a breakout cable with flying leads.