What are the control options for each size of the Cotes Desalter and what does that mean?
The main differences between the CD26, CD35, and CD65 are their capacity and control functionality. While the larger models offer more advanced communication and diagnostics, all Cotes Desalter units are designed for continuous, automatic operation with minimal user interaction.
All models are plug-and-play systems that automatically regulate themselves during normal operation. Once installed and started, they continuously maintain the required climate conditions without ongoing manual adjustment.
CD26 – Simple, robust operation
The CD26 is designed for straightforward operation without a programmable logic controller (PLC).
Control options include:
- Start/Stop operation
- A digital run signal indicating whether the unit is operating
The CD26 is ideal where simple and reliable operation is required, with minimal integration into a building management or monitoring system.
CD35 and CD65 – Advanced control and monitoring
The CD35 and CD65 both include an integrated PLC and offer identical control functionality. In addition to simple Start/Stop operation, they provide enhanced communication, diagnostics, and optional operating adjustments.
Available control interfaces include:
- Web interface
- Modbus TCP
- Digital control signals
The PLC also provides access to alarm and diagnostic information through the web interface and Modbus TCP, making system monitoring and troubleshooting easier.
Although no operator intervention is normally required, two optional operating parameters can be adjusted if needed:
1. Power Level
The Power Level function allows the airflow to be increased or decreased relative to the nominal operating point.
- Adjustable between 70% and 130%
- 100% is the nominal factory setting
- Airflow changes approximately in proportion to the selected Power Level
Increasing the Power Level above 100% increases airflow but slightly reduces the range of outdoor climate conditions under which the unit can maintain its specified airflow ratio and humidity setpoint.
2. Reduced Mode
Reduced Mode is intended for situations where minimizing power consumption is more important than achieving maximum drying performance.
When Reduced Mode is activated:
- Heater power is limited to 50% of maximum output
- Airflow is reduced to approximately 75% of nominal capacity
- Any selected Power Level setting is ignored
This mode can be useful during periods of lower drying demand or where energy consumption needs to be limited.
Summary
|
Feature |
CD26 |
CD35 |
CD65 |
|
Plug-and-play automatic operation |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Continuous self-regulating operation |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Start/Stop control |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Run status signal |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
PLC |
— |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Web interface |
— |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Modbus TCP |
— |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Digital control signals |
Limited |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Alarm diagnostics |
— |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Adjustable Power Level (70–130%) |
— |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Reduced Mode |
— |
✓ |
✓ |