The Chromalox 6060 Industrial Controller is a highly versatile and compact digital temperature controller designed for a wide range of industrial applications. With support for Modbus RTU over RS-485 communication, it can easily integrate into modern automation environments such as HMI panels, PLCs, Python-based systems, and Node-RED dashboards.

The diagram below illustrates how the 6060 controller acts as a central temperature control unit, connected via Modbus RTU to different systems for monitoring, control, and diagnostics.

Integration Overview

HMI (Human-Machine Interface)

HMI panels can connect to the Chromalox 6060 using Modbus RTU. These interfaces display real-time process values (PV), alarms, and control setpoints (SP), allowing operators to visualize and interact with the system easily.

Node-RED

Node-RED is a low-code visual programming platform often used in IIoT. With the Modbus node, users can pull data directly from the 6060 and build custom dashboards for monitoring and control, including alert notifications and historical logging.

Modbus Editor

These software tools allow for direct access to Modbus registers in the 6060. Useful during commissioning and testing, engineers can manually read/write data to verify values and debug communication.

PLC Integration

The 6060 is compatible with most PLCs (such as Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley) via Modbus RTU. This enables seamless inclusion in control loops, where the PLC may handle additional logic and interlocks.

Python Applications

Python with Modbus libraries (e.g., pymodbus) enables custom scripts to communicate with the 6060. This is ideal for data logging, remote diagnostics, or integration with cloud-based systems.

Key Features of Chromalox 6060

• • Dual-line LED display for process value and setpoint
• • Modbus RTU communication (RS-485)
• • Support for various input types: thermocouples, RTD, mA, V
• • Control modes: ON/OFF, PID, Manual
• • Alarm functions: sensor failure, short circuit, output error, etc.
• • Built-in profiler for multi-segment ramp/soak programming (up to 16 programs with 16 segments each)
• • Configuration via front panel or ChromaloxPro PC software

Conclusion

The Chromalox 6060 controller is a robust and flexible solution for industrial heating and process control. With its rich communication capabilities and configurable alarms, it fits perfectly in both standalone and integrated automation environments. Whether used in a manufacturing plant or a research lab, its compatibility with modern tools like HMI, Python, Node-RED, and PLCs ensures ease of operation and scalability.