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How to use the existing pneumatic controller with the DCS system?
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http://www.scanivalve.com/ Scanivalve used to make a pneumatic multiplexer to sample the pneumatic signals in an old control room. This may still be available. I would rather replace everything with new electronic transmitters, DCS IO and digital valve positioners. Electronic transmitters have lots more precision (thus greater turndown) and are rugged and reliable. Consider replacing the pneumatic controllers. You could add a pressure transmitter on the pneumatic signal if the pneumatic controller uses a pneumatic transmitter instead of process connected. I would prefer a new electronic process transmitter wired to the DCS.
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Change to electronic tranmsiiters and valve positioner.
I trust this helps,
Mlv
http://www.coulton.com
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These were/are very common where a lot of pneumatic plant is gradually converted to DCS, or to avoid conversion in hazardous areas.
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It was 1/10 the cost in 1/3 the time. The cut over was done on the fly, one loop at a time. No need for postioners as the valves and the loops were already tuned and calibrated.