PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The Cooperheat Spare Advantage 3™ Programmer/Controller is a replacement or standalone temperature control unit designed for precise and flexible heat treatment applications. Recognised as an industry standard within the localised heat treatment sector, the Advantage 3™ offers unique linkable control zone functionality that enables accurate management of temperature differentials across multiple heating zones. Engineered for versatility and compliance, it supports international heat treatment codes and standards while delivering cost and time efficiencies for industrial operations.
Product description
The Cooperheat Advantage 3™ Temperature Programmer/Controller is a high-performance control solution developed specifically for the localised heat treatment industry. Available as a spare or replacement unit, it maintains the same advanced functionality and reliability that has made the Advantage 3™ a preferred choice among heat treatment professionals worldwide.
One of its key features is the unique linkable control zone capability, allowing multiple controllers to be combined or configured in various user-selectable arrangements. This enables precise control of temperature differentials between zones, a critical requirement under international heat treatment standards such as ASME, BS, EN, ANSI, and DIN. By maintaining strict temperature uniformity and differential control, the Advantage 3™ ensures compliance with demanding industry specifications.
The controller can operate independently for single-zone applications or be integrated into multi-zone systems for more complex heat treatment processes. This flexibility reduces the need for multiple standard six-channel (single-program) programmers, particularly when treating workpieces that require different heat treatment cycles simultaneously.
In situations where only one standard programmer is available, the Advantage 3™ eliminates the need for multiple shift operations to complete separate heat treatment specifications. By enabling efficient multi-configuration control, it significantly improves productivity, reduces equipment requirements, and lowers operational costs.
Overall, the Cooperheat Spare Advantage 3™ Programmer/Controller delivers precision temperature control, operational flexibility, regulatory compliance, and measurable efficiency gains for professional heat treatment environments.
Product specifications
Control
- Proportional Band: ± 5°C (10°F) / ± 10°C (20°F) / ± 20°C (40°F) / ± 40°C (80°F).
- Hold Back Setting: 10°C (20°F) / 20°C (40°F) / 40°C (80°F) / 60°C (120°F).
Power input
- Supply Voltage: 110/115 V a.c.
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz.
Signal output
- Type: Thermocouple Type K (NiCr/NiAl).
- Range: 0 to 1200°C (0 to 2200°F).
Accuracy
- Measurement: ± 0.3°C (0.6°F).
- Linearity: Better than ± 0.5°C (1°F) at any point.
- Calibration: ± 1 display digit (Uncertainty: 1 display digit).
Programmable values
- Start Temperature: °C or °F temperature uncontrolled up to.
- Rate of Rise: °C or °F per hour.
- Soak Temperature: °C or °F temperature to soak (hold) at.
- Soak Time: Time (hours:minutes) held at soak (hold).
- Rate of Fall: °C or °F per hour.
- Off Temperature: °C or °F temperature uncontrolled down from.
Environmental/safety
- Normal Operating Temperature range : -10 to 55°C.
- Storage Temperature: 10 to 90% Relative Humidity.
- Ambient Humidity: EMC: EN 61326:1998.
- CE Compliance: LVD: EN 61010-1:2001.
Product resources
Advantage 3™ Programmer/Controller Operating Manual
Frequently asked questions
What is the Cooperheat Advantage 3™ Programmer/Controller used for?
The Cooperheat Advantage 3™ Programmer/Controller is used for precise temperature programming and control in localised heat treatment applications. It manages heating cycles, controls temperature differentials between zones, and ensures compliance with international heat treatment standards.
What makes the Advantage 3™ different from standard six-channel programmers?
Unlike standard six-channel single-program programmers, the Advantage 3™ features a unique linkable control zone system. This allows multiple controllers to be combined or configured in different ways, enabling simultaneous control of different heat treatment cycles and improved flexibility.
Is the Advantage 3™ compliant with international heat treatment standards?
Yes, the Advantage 3™ supports compliance with major international heat treatment codes and standards including ASME, BS, EN, ANSI, and DIN by providing accurate control of temperature differentials and uniformity requirements.
How does the Advantage 3™ reduce operational costs?
The Advantage 3™ reduces costs by minimizing the number of standard programmers required for complex heat treatment projects. It eliminates the need for multiple shift working when handling different heat treatment specifications and allows flexible multi-zone control using fewer units.