Crowcon

Crowcon Vortex Gas Detection Controller

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CROWCON-VORTEX
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Description

The Crowcon Vortex is a flexible gas detection control panel that provides streamlined management of up to 12 devices, including 3 for fire, from a single panel — full visibility and control of even a large, complex site. Each channel has 1 fault level and 3 alarm levels, which can be combined in any pattern to trigger up to 32 output relays.

The Vortex is configured to suit your operational needs when it is built, and channels and alarms can easily be customised by you later if requirements change. The wall-mounted panels listed here are factory configurations of 4, 8 or 12 input channels with 0 to 4 relay modules — pick the channel and relay count your site needs from the Configuration dropdown. Certification is not stated for these configurations in Crowcon's current price book, so tell us your site's certification requirements when you request a quote and we will confirm the correct build.

How to read the configuration: each configuration in the dropdown names its input channel count and its relay count in plain text — for the standard Vortex and Vortex FP the relay count is given in 8-way relay modules (0 to 4 modules); for the FP Compact it is given as the total number of relays fitted (8 or 16). The part number (SKU) for each factory configuration is shown alongside it.

Common Applications:
Oil & Gas • Petrochemical • Chemical Plants • Water & Wastewater • Steel • Power Generation • Marine & Offshore

Need help selecting the right configuration? Call CPS Calibrations at (865) 900-8844 — every configuration on this page is a factory Crowcon build, and we calibrate what we sell.

  • Monitors up to 12 devices (including 3 for fire) from one control panel, saving time and manpower
  • Each channel has 1 fault level and 3 alarm levels, combinable in any pattern to trigger up to 32 output relays
  • Factory-configured to your operational needs; channels and alarms are easily customised later if requirements change
  • LED display panel lights mean faults are easily seen and the whole system can be checked at a glance
  • Modbus compatibility with no extensive cabling required
  • Industry-standard communication links make it simple to integrate into existing control systems
  • Adjustments are performed electronically — minimal maintenance and no drift from adjustable potentiometers
  • Separate zones can be individually inhibited, so you can work on specific areas without affecting the rest of the system
  • Modular construction — replacement parts, if required, simply plug straight in
  • Relays are monitored continuously, with coil faults identified immediately
  • Internal battery pack keeps the system operational during a power outage (standard Vortex only)
Configurations (listed) 4 input channels, no relay modules; 4 input channels, 1 relay module; 4 input channels, 2 relay modules; 4 input channels, 3 relay modules; 4 input channels, 4 relay modules; 8 input channels, no relay modules; 8 input channels, 1 relay module; 8 input channels, 2 relay modules; 8 input channels, 3 relay modules; 8 input channels, 4 relay modules; 12 input channels, no relay modules; 12 input channels, 1 relay module; 12 input channels, 2 relay modules; 12 input channels, 3 relay modules
Size 470 x 306 x 170 mm (18.5 x 12 x 6.5 in)
Weight 12 kg (27 lbs)
Enclosure material Back-box: aluminium; front cover: ABS
Ingress protection IP65
Channels Up to 12 (1 to 3 4-way input modules)
Configurations listed here 4, 8 or 12 input channels with 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4 relay modules — see the Configuration dropdown
Relays Up to 24 SPCO, contacts rated 6A @ 250 Vac (1 to 3 8-way relay modules); up to 32 output relays with bus extension
Relay assignment — Common Mains fail, battery low, battery fail
Inputs — Gas 2 or 3 wire 4-20mA (sink or source), 0-5V
Inputs — Fire Smoke & heat detectors, manual call-points — up to 3 loops, up to 20 devices per loop
Outputs External audible/visual alarm drive via relays; four 24Vdc 0.5A supplies provided
Relay modes Energised/de-energised, latched/non-latched, time-delayed, pulsed
Relay assignment — Voting Alarms, faults and system events
Power AC mains 110/120V & 220/240Vac (switchable) 50-60 Hz, 3.2A max; DC 20-30 Vdc; battery back-up 2Ah internal
Digital communications DCS/PLC/PC: RS-485 Modbus or Profibus; local configuration link RS-232 (configuration software and lead supplied)
Event logging Up to 300 alarm, power, fault and system events stored in non-volatile memory
Panel indication Channel number 2-digit green LED; gas reading 4-digit red LED; units % LEL, ppm, % Vol, Fire; power / battery OK / run-hold green LEDs; channel test flashing amber; system fault amber
Alarm indication Audible internal piezo sounder; visual alarm Level 1 & 2 red LED; fault per channel amber LED; inhibit per zone amber LED
Operating temperature -10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F)
Humidity 0-95% RH non-condensing
Certification Not stated for these configurations in Crowcon's current price book — confirm your site's certification requirements on your quote

Product Documents & Resources

  • Vortex Datasheet (PDF)

Document files are being added to this page. Need one now? Email info@cpscalibrations.com and we'll send it straight over.

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