CasCade Automation Systems is an official distributor of CD Automation and has more than 25 years of experience with power electronics for driving many types of electrical heating elements.
The CD Automation range is a very flexible and innovative range of thyristor units well suited for all kinds of applications.
- flexible modular system with many options so you only need to order the options you need
- 10-2100A
- 1, 2 or 3 phase loads
- up to 690Vac
- suited for all types of heating elements
- short delivery time
- family run business with high quality and long-term commitment to its customers and products
NEW: network power quality improvement with power synchronization units!!!!!
Thanks to the new REVO POWER NETWORK power synchronization system and dynamic burst firing technology for optimised load control, the cos phi power factor value is maintained close to 1.0.
- energy cost penalties by the energy company minimized
- more efficient use of the available electrical power without unnecessary heat losses
- disturbances to the power grid minimized
The range of power electronics consists of:
- solid state relays (SSR)
- thyristor units
- 1, 2 and 3 phase units
- current from 10-2000 Amperes and above
- voltage up to 690 Volts
- with or without built- in or external super-fast fuses
- heater-break alarm (for detection of broken or short-circuit on heating element)
- current limiter for inductive and MoSi2 loads
- industry 4.0 ready multizone systems with ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP, MODBUS RTU and MODBUS TCP interfaces.
Suited for many types of applications and heating elements:
- resistive loads (resistance not dependent on temperature)
- inductive loads (i.e. primary side of transformer)
- infrared (IR) long- medium and short wave lamps
- molybdenum (MoSi2) elements (i.e. Kanthal super)
- silicon carbide (SiC) elements
- UV lamps
Our specialists can advise you which unit is best suited for your specific application.
Electronic power switch: the thyristor
Electronic power “switches”, also known as thyristors, are being used in process controls for the switching of high electrical power levels through electrical heating elements.
Knowledge center (temperature) control
On this page you will find general information about temperature measurement, control, monitoring and registration.
Which control method to select for your heating element?
- 2 phase versus 3 phase control?
- zero cross versus phase-angle control?
Application overview: which thyristorunit to select for your heating element?
See the application overview page on which thyristor unit to select for a specific load type:
- 1, 2 or 3 phase
- current rating
- control method
1 zone units
Single zone units are controlled by 1 power setpoint signal. They can be used for controlling 1 heating zone in a process or oven system.
Click the button below for going directly to the multizone units.
Benefit of a multizone system, is that it can be controlled with units with functionality for power balancing over the 3 phases, peak-power limiting and harmonics reduction. This saves energy costs and prevents a fine of the energy company when the energy contract is exceeded.
CD3000s series
A compact and low-cost series of solid state relays for 10-90A, 240/480 or 600Vac, designed to replace electromechanical contactors (normal relays) for single zone 1, 2 or 3 phase resistive and infrared (IR) loads.
– CD3000s series catalog
– CD3000s 1 phase user manual
– CD3000s 2 phase user manual
– CD3000s 3 phase user manual
REVO SSR series
A reliable long-life solid state relay for single zone 1 phase resistive loads and long to medium wave infrared lamp loads, for maximum 62/74 or 90A, 480/600Vac.
– REVO S serie catalogue
– REVO SSR 1 phase with on/off zero cross firing user manual
– REVO SSR 1 phase with internal fuse holder user manual
1 phase 62/74 or 90A SSR for resistive and infrared loads.
REVEX PA series
The REVEX PA series is a true universal and very flexible single zone 3 phase thyristor unit.
The most compact thyristorunit in her class worldwide.
The REVEX PA is suited for all kinds of loads:
- resistive
- long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR)
- transformer primary side
- cold resistance (Kanthal Super MoSi2)
- silicium carbide (SiC)
- UV lamps.
Current ranges from 35-90A
Load voltage range: 480Vac or 600Vac
It can very easily be configured with the USB port on the front with free configuration software.
The REVEX PA is supported by the Siemens TIA Portal, this enables easy integration with Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLC.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
Select DPU input option when ordering a REVEX or REVO C that needs to work in combination with a REVO DPU power synchronization module.
– REVEX series catalogue
– REVEX PA 3 phase 35-90A user manual
– Serial communication manual
– SIEMENS PLC connectivity via TIA portal
REVEX series
The REVEX series is a true universal range of single zone 1, 2 or 3 phase thyristor units. The units can be ordered with only the options you need, but with full flexibility. This saves costs.
The REVEX is suited for all kinds of loads:
- resistive
- long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR)
- transformer primary side
- cold resistance (Kanthal Super MoSi2)
- silicium carbide (SiC)
- UV lamps.
Current ranges from 30-210A 3 phase unit, up to 30-280A for both 1 and 2 phase units.
Load voltage range: 480 or 600Vac
It can very easily be configured with the USB port on the front with free configuration software.
The REVEX can be delivered with our PowerManager touchpanel for an easy overview of actual power to the load. This panel can be accessed remotely for service.
The REVEX is supported by the Siemens TIA Portal, this enables easy integration with Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLC.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
Select DPU input option when ordering a REVEX or REVO C that needs to work in combination with a REVO DPU power synchronization module.
– REVEX 1 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVEX 1 phase 60-90A user manual
– REVEX 1 phase 120-210A user manual
– REVEX 1 phase 280A user manual
– REVEX 2 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVEX 2 phase 60-90A user manual
– REVEX 2 phase 60-90A user manual 2019 old version
– REVEX 2 phase 120-210A user manual
– REVEX 2 phase 280A user manual
– REVEX 3 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVEX 3 phase 60-90A user manual
– REVEX 3 phase 60-90A user manual 2019 old version
– REVEX 3 phase 120-210A user manual
– Serial communication manual
– SIEMENS PLC connectivity via TIA portal
– PowerManager User Manual
– PowerManager Engineering Manual
REVO S series
Universal range of single zone 1, 2 or 3 phase thyristors for resistive and long to medium wave infrared lamp loads, from 30-800A, 480/600 or 690Vac.
Power synchronization and peak power limiting possible in combination with the REVO PC. This keeps the power within the limits of your energy contract.
– REVO S 1 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVO S 1 phase 30-40A with internal fuses user manual
– REVO S 1 phase 60-210A user manual
– REVO S 1 phase 300-800A user manual
– REVO S 1 phase 60-800A user manual 690Vac version
– REVO S 2 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVO S 2 phase 30-40A with internal fuses user manual
– REVO S 2 phase 60-210A user manual
– REVO S 2 phase 300-800A user manual
– REVO S 2 phase 60-800A user manual 690Vac version
– REVO S 3 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVO S 3 phase 30-40A with internal fuses user manual
– REVO S 3 phase 60-210A user manual
– REVO S 3 phase 300-800A user manual
– REVO S 3 phase 60-800A user manual 690Vac version
REVO C series
Advanced high power universal range of single zone 1, 2 or 3 phase thyristors. This unit has extended connectivity capabilites and can be serviced remotely via smartphone/tablet with a wireless connection.
The REVO C is suited for all kinds of loads:
- resistive
- long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR)
- transformer primary side
- cold resistance (Kanthal Super MoSi2)
- silicium carbide (SiC)
- UV lamps
Current ranges from 30-2100A.
Load voltage range: 480/600 or 690Vac
Very easy wireless configuration and service with a free to download app on your smartphone/tablet, or with the USB interface in combination with the free to download thyristor configurator software.
The REVO C can be delivered with our PowerManager touchpanel for an easy overview of actual power to the load. This panel can be accessed remotely for service.
The REVO C is supported by the Siemens TIA Portal, this enables easy integration with Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLC.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS or MODBUS TCP interface.
A SCADA HMI screen is available as an option.
Select DPU input option when ordering a REVEX or REVO C that needs to work in combination with a REVO DPU power synchronization module.
– REVO C 1 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVO C 1 phase 60-210A user manual
– REVO C 1 phase 300-800A user manual
– REVO C 1 phase 60-800A 690Vac version user manual
– REVO C 1 phase 1100-2100A user manual
– REVO C 2 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVO C 2 phase 60-210A user manual
– REVO C 2 phase 300-800A user manual
– REVO C 2 phase 60-800A 690Vac version user manual
– REVO C 2 phase 1100-2100A user manual
– REVO C 3 phase 30-40A user manual
– REVO C 3 phase 60-210A user manual
– REVO C 3 phase 300-800A user manual
– REVO C 3 phase 60-800A 690Vac user manual
– REVO C 3 phase 1100-2100A user manual
– Serial communication manual
– Siemens PLC connectivity via TIA portal
– PowerManager User Manual
– PowerManager Engineering Manual
Multizone units
Multizone units are controlled by multiple power setpoint signals, coming from multiple temperature controllers. They can be used for controlling a complete process or oven system.
Benefit of a multizone system, is that it can be controlled with units with functionality for power balancing over the 3 phases, peak-power limiting and harmonics reduction. This saves energy costs and prevents a fine of the energy company when the energy contract is exceeded.
NEW: network power quality improvement with power synchronization units!!!!!
Network power quality improvement leads to energy cost reduction
Unsynchronized loads cause:
- disturbances on the power supply line (which can cause problems in other equipment)
- unwanted heat-up of electrical cables which cause power losses
- unwanted harmonics which cause power loss
Thanks to the new REVO POWER NETWORK power synchronization system and dynamic burst firing technology for optimised load control, the cos phi power factor value is maintained close to 1.0.
- energy cost penalties by the energy company minimized
- more efficient use of the available electrical power without unnecessary heat losses
- disturbances to the power grid minimized
The REVO PN/PC and DPU power synchronization units are specially developed to solve these problems and create cost reductions.
There are many versions and possibilities with multizone units for various kinds of electrical heating elements.
In order to guide you to the right solution, we advise you to first consult this overview page with all possibilities and application types.
REVO SX series
Compact space saving multizone 2, 3 or 4 channel series of separately controlled solid state relays in different configurations:
- 4x 3,5A
- 3x 4,5 A
- 2x 7A
- 2x 50-90A
- 3x 60-90A
Load voltage range: 240/480 or 600Vac
Specially developed for applications with many zones, like thermoforming, blow moulding and hot runners. For 1 phase resistive or long- and medium wave infrared (IR) lamps.
Power synchronization and peak power limiting possible in combination with the REVO PC. This keeps the power within the limits of your energy contract.
– REVO SX 1 phase 3-7A user manual
– REVO SX 1 phase 50-90A user manual
REVO TH series
The ultra compact multizone REVO TH combines 3 independent power controllers in 1 unit.
It has been specifically developed to be used in:
- Multizone ovens
- Machines for plastics (extruders and hot runners)
- Packaging machines
- Ovens (i.e. for drying) with long, medium and short wave infrared (IR) lamps
The REVO TH is suited for all kinds of loads:
- resistive
- long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR)
- transformer primary side
- cold resistance (Kanthal Super MoSi2)
- silicium carbide (SiC)
- UV lamps.
Current ranges from 35-90A.
Load voltage range: 480 or 600Vac
Desired power setting with fieldbus communication instead of analog input.
The unit is plug and play because it is configured by the factory according to the codes specified at ordering.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
A SCADA HMI screen is available as an option.
REVO PB series
The compact multizone REVO PB combines 3 independent 1 phase power controllers, with power synchronization between 3 phases and peak power limiting in 1 unit. This keeps the power within the limits of your energy contract.
Up to 3 units can be interconnected in a power network, resulting in a system of maximum 9 individual power channels with power balancing/optimization.
- power factor close to 1: prevent harmonics
- avoid power peaks: prevent fine of energy company
- avoid unnessesary stress on electronic components, increase machine uptime.
It has been specifically developed to be used in:
- Multizone ovens
- Machines for plastics (extruders and hot runners)
- Packaging machines
- Ovens (i.e. for drying) with long, medium and short wave infrared (IR) lamps
The REVO PB is suited for resistive and long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR).
Current ranges from 35-90A in phase-phase or phase-neutral configuration.
Load voltage range: 480 or 600Vac
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
A SCADA HMI screen is available as an option.
– REVO PN series catalogue see page 12 for REVO PB
– REVO PB series user manual: please contact us
– Serial communication manual
– Siemens PLC connectivity via TIA portal
REVO RT series
Compact multizone 1, 2 or 3 channel 1 phase independent power controller with power synchronization between 3 phases and integrated PID temperature controller. It can be used as a 3 loop controller, or as a 2 loop control with 1 extra channel for measurement only.
With this unit you can make a complete multizone temperature control system.
It has been specifically developed to be used in:
- Multizone ovens
- Machines for plastics (extruders and hot runners)
- Packaging machines
- Ovens (i.e. for drying) with long, medium and short wave infrared (IR) lamps
The REVO RT is suited resistive and long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR)
Current ranges from 35-90A.
Load voltage range: 480 or 600Vac
The unit is fitted with special functions:
- ECO function: distribute power load evenly over 3 phases
- soft start: heat up slowly to avoid thermal shocks
- auto tuning of PID parameters
- start enable: release extruder motor when temperature ok.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
A SCADA HMI screen is available as an option.
REVO PN series: fully integrated solution
Multizone 4-24 channel 1 phase power control unit with power synchronization between 3 phases and peak power limiting.. This keeps the power within the limits of your energy contract.
With the compact REVO PN you save large amounts of room and space in your installation
It has been specifically developed to be used in:
- Multizone ovens
- Machines for plastics (extruders and hot runners)
- Packaging machines
- Ovens (i.e. for drying) with long, medium and short wave infrared (IR) lamps
The REVO PN is suited for resistive and long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR).
Current maximum 25A in various configurations:
- RPN 104-108: 4-8x phase-phase with 2 phase control legs per channel
- RPN 112-116: 12-16x phase-neutral with 3 phase control legs per channel
- RPN 120-124: 20-24x phase-neutral with 3 phase control legs per channel
- RPN 412-424: 12-24x phase-neutral, shared on 3 phases, with 1 phase control leg per channel
- RPN 612-624: 12-24x phase-phase, shared on 3 phases , with 1 phase control leg per channel
Load voltage: 480Vac
The REVO PN is supported by the Siemens TIA Portal, this enables easy integration with Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLC.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
A SCADA HMI screen is available as an option.
– REVO Multichannel power controller series catalog
– REVO PN smart switching of IR lamps
– REVO PN series user manual: please contact us
– REVO PN serial communication manual
– Siemens PLC connectivity via TIA portal
multizone 4-24x 1 phase 25A power controller with power synchronization between 3 phases and peak power limiting for resistive and infrared loads
REVO PC series: analog/digital IO solution
Multizone 4-24 channel power synchronization between 3 phases and peak power limiting unit that controls 1 phase REVO Sx and 1 phase REVO S power control units in 1, 2 or 3 phase load configuration. This keeps the power within the limits of your energy contract.
The REVO PC reads the power setpoint from the temperature controllers via the fieldbus communication interface (i.e. ModBUS RTU RS-485)
The REVO PC has digital outputs that control the SSR input signals of the REVO Sx, REVO S, REVO C or REVEX power control units. The REVO PC measures the actual current using its current transformer analog inputs and together with the read power setpoints it synchronizes the power so the currents are evenly balanced between the phases with reduced harmonics.
It has been specifically developed to be used in:
- Multizone ovens
- Machines for plastics (extruders and hot runners)
- Packaging machines
- Ovens (i.e. for drying) with long, medium and short wave infrared (IR) lamps
The REVO PC is suited for resistive and long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR).
Current maximum depends on the connected REVO S (30-800A) or REVO Sx (3.5-90A) unit.
Load voltage range depends on the connected REVO S (480, 600 or 690Vac) or REVO Sx (240/480Vac)
The possibility to select the driven power unit gives full flexibility and the following load configurations are possible:
- RPC 204-208: 4-8x 2 phase: 2 controlled phases for 3 phase star/delta load without neutral
- RPC 304-308: 4-8x 3 phase: 3 controlled phases for 3 phase star load without neutral
- RPC 412-424: 12-24x phase-neutral, with 1 phase control leg per channel
- RPC 612-624: 12-24x phase-phase shared on 3 phases, with 1 phase control leg per channel
The REVO PC is supported by the Siemens TIA Portal, this enables easy integration with Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLC.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
A SCADA HMI screen is available as an option.
– REVO Multichannel power controller series catalog
– REVO PC user manual: please contact us
– REVO PC serial communication manual
– Siemens PLC connectivity via TIA portal
REVO DPU series: communication solution
The REVO DPU (Direct Power Unit system) is the most advanced solution for controlling special loads in combination with power synchronization.
Multizone max. 24 channel power synchronization and peak power limiting unit that controls REVEX and REVO C power control units in 1, 2 or 3 phase load configuration. This keeps the power within the limits of your energy contract.
The REVO DPU reads the power setpoint from the temperature controllers via the fieldbus communication interface (i.e. ModBUS RTU RS-485)
The REVO DPU reads the actual currents from the REVEX or REVO C units via the high speed proprietary CD Automation communication bus and uses the read power setpoint in combination with the read current measurement to synchronize the power so the currents are evenly balanced between the phases with reduced harmonics.
It is possible to combine 2 REVO DPU units as a redundant solution: in case the DPU fails the 2nd DPU takes over the power control.
The REVO DPU is suited for all kinds of loads:
- resistive
- long-, medium- and short wave infrared (IR)
- transformer primary side
- cold resistance (Kanthal Super MoSi2)
- silicium carbide (SiC)
- UV lamps
Current ranges from 30-2100A (depending on the connected REVEX or REVO C unit).
Load voltage range: 480/600 or 690Vac (depending on the connected REVEX or REVO C unit)
The possibility to select the driven power unit gives full flexibility and all load configurations, including a mix of types, are possible.
The REVO DPU is supported by the Siemens TIA Portal, this enables easy integration with Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLC.
These units are industry 4.0 ready and fitted with a MODBUS RTU RS-485 interface and optional ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet/IP or MODBUS TCP interface.
A SCADA HMI screen is available as an option.
– REVO Multichannel power controller series catalog
– REVO DPU series catalog
– Siemens PLC connectivity via TIA portal
Resitive or infrared lamp load types:
MoSi2 Kanthal Super, SiC silicium carbide or inductive (transformer primary) load types:
