TC5500Multi-Cavity Hot Runner Temperature Controller

Overview

Multi-cavity HRTC controls dozens of temperature zones at once, saving space and equipment. It's ideal for large, high-precision production, boosting yield, efficiency, and product consistency.
TC5500 uses a stackable, modular design. Faulty zones and issues can be quickly identified, and modules easily replaced to resume production.

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Leakage Detection: Predicts potential mold leakage and provides early warnings.

Monitors abnormal increases in the power consumption of all heaters in the mold over time and provides early warnings of leaks, significantly reducing repair costs and downtime.

Mold Recognition: Quickly retrieves mold parameters to speed up setup.

When changing molds, the system can automatically identify the mold and retrieve the corresponding parameters from the system's mold files, allowing the operator to select and load them.

Aging Function: Monitors heater wear and aging condition.

Calculates the heater's aging degree based on its current consumption and displays it as a percentage.

Mold Viewer: Real-time display of mold and heater configurations to boost anomaly detection efficiency.

Intuitive visualization of mold structure and temperature distribution enables fast, precise adjustments for efficient troubleshooting.

TC5500	Module
Number of Zones per Module	15A(2 zones)/30A(1 zone)
Max. Current per Zone	15A/30A
Input Power	230Vac±10%/24Vdc±5%, 50/60Hz
Input Thermocouple Type	J/K type
Output Power	3450W, 230Vac/15A(per zone); 6900W, 230Vac/30A(per zone)
Output Mode	Zero cross/Phase angle
Control Accuracy	±0.25% FS
Measurement Accuracy	±0.25% FS
Temperature Control Range	0~600°C/32~999°F
Storage Temperature	-20~70°C/-4~158°F
Operating Temperature	-10~50°C/14~122°F
Operating Humidity	0~80% RH(no condensate)
ID Setup	Automatic identification(need to work with BUS board)
Indicator Lights	Output, alarm, fuse open-circuit, communication
Wireless Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax)
Communication Mode	RS-485(standard MODBUS, isolated)
Communication Speed	38400/57600
Temperature Alarm Mode	Upper limit/Lower limit/Standby upper limit/Standby lower limit/Absolute value alarm
Abnormal Alarm	Thermocouple: Short/Break/Reverse; Heater: Short/Break/Overload; TRIAC: Short; Fuse open-circuit
Fuse	Ultra-high speed ceramic type, 250Vac/20A, 30mm
Detection Functions	Current/Fuse open-circuit detections

Specs/Model	TC5100	TC5200	TC5500	TC5600
Max. Temperature Zones per Link	36	240	36	240
Number of Zones per Module	15A(2 zones)/30A(1 zone)
Max. Current per Zone	15A/30A
Input Power	230Vac±10%/24Vdc±5%, 50/60Hz
Input Thermocouple Type	J/K type
Output Power	3450W, 230Vac/15A(per zone); 6900W, 230Vac/30A(per zone)
Output Mode	Zero cross/Phase angle
Control Accuracy	±0.25% FS
Measurement Accuracy	±0.25% FS
Temperature Control Range	0~600°C/32~999°F
Storage Temperature	-20~70°C/-4~158°F
Operating Temperature	-10~50°C/14~122°F
Operating Humidity	0~80% RH(no condensate)
ID Setup	Automatic identification(need to work with BUS board)
Indicator Lights	Output, alarm, fuse open-circuit, communication
Wireless Wi-Fi	×		Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax)
Communication Mode	RS-485(standard MODBUS, isolated)
Communication Speed	38400/57600
Temperature Alarm Mode	Upper limit/Lower limit/Standby upper limit/Standby lower limit/Absolute value alarm
Abnormal Alarm	Thermocouple: Short/Break/Reverse; Heater: Short/Break/Overload; TRIAC: Short; Fuse open-circuit
Fuse	Ultra-high speed ceramic type, 250Vac/20A, 30mm
Detection Functions	Current/Voltage/Fuse open-circuit/Heat sink temperature detections		Current/Fuse open-circuit detections

Hot Runner Temperature Controller FAQ(TC5500)

Q1: What are the primary applications of the TC5500 Hot Runner Controller?

A1: The TC5500 offers a robust solution for mid-to-large scale precision injection molding. It is designed for flexible modular expansion, making it ideal for multi-cavity systems that require stable, high-efficiency temperature control.

Q2: How does the TC5500 prevent hot runner mold damage?

A2: It features an integrated Leakage Detection system that monitors abnormal current fluctuations. This early warning mechanism prevents costly repairs and extensive downtime caused by material leakage within the hot runner.

Q3: Can individual modules of the TC5500 be repaired without affecting the entire system?

A3: Yes. The TC5500 features Fault Isolation within its modular design. If an abnormality occurs, the system identifies the specific zone, allowing you to replace only the faulty module. This avoids the cost of full system overhauls and keeps your production line running efficiently.

Q4: What is the temperature control accuracy of the TC5500 system?

A4: The system delivers high precision with control and measurement accuracy of ±0.25% FS, powered by advanced PID Auto-tuning algorithms for stable thermal management.

Q5: What are the visual highlights of the TC5500 user interface(UI)?

A5: Featuring a full-color touchscreen, it offers a smartphone-like intuitive experience. The Graphical Mold View integrates mold layout with real-time data, allowing operators to directly observe the heat distribution across different sections of the mold.

Q6: How does the TC5500 hardware design simplify on-site maintenance?

A6: The system utilizes a high-density plug-in architecture. This allows maintenance personnel to swap modules while the power is off without the need to disconnect complex wiring. This "tool-less" approach ensures that repairs can be completed in minutes, significantly reducing technical barriers.

Q7: How to identify system abnormalities via the TC5500 display?

A7: Real-time Alarm Notifications appear instantly at the top of the screen. Users can tap the alert to jump directly to the fault source. The Alarm Log provides detailed diagnostics, while the built-in Help function offers step-by-step troubleshooting guidance.