Master controllers - IQAN-MC41/MC42/MC43

Parker’s IQAN-MC41, -MC42 and -MC43 are rugged master controllers that are designed as the ideal solution for hydraulic control systems in mobile hydraulic vehicles and machinery. Parker IQAN® master controllers enables optimized system architectures speeding development which improves OEM revenues.

The 3 sizes of the MC4x family of master controllers have varying amounts of local I/O for input/output use and multiple CAN bus controllers for diagnostic and CAN gateway capability. The robust aluminum enclosure has sealed automotive connectors and is designed for harsh outdoor environments.

Machine applications for the MC4x master controllers are simple to create with the easy-to-use IQAN programming tools. This makes the IQAN-MC41, -MC42 and -MC43 master controllers a perfect fit for any mobile machine application.

Markets:
• Construction equipment
• Agriculture machinery
• Mining
• Material handling equipment

Features and Benefits:
• Standard and SIL2 safety versions
• 3 controller sizes to meet any system need, small to large
• Pulse Width Modulation outputs for proportional control of hydraulic valves
• Supports wide range of input types; 0-5V, 0-10V, 4-20mA, PWM, digital and frequency
• Easy-to-use programming tools
• Sealed for outdoor use
• Multiple CAN buses

Applications:
• Crane control
• Excavator control
• Telehandler control
• Underground hard rock mine equipment

There are 2 versions of the MC4x family
• The Performance version is optimized for calculation speed
• The SIL2 rated version denoted FS, is for functional safety implementation
The IQAN-MC4xFS controllers are designed to IEC 61508 SIL2.