Vacuum System Controllers

Optimized Control Systems for Vacuum Measurement

Discover our range of advanced vacuum system controllers designed to ensure precise pressure management and seamless integration with your vacuum systems.

Our controllers are engineered to deliver accurate readings and optimal performance.

Vacuum system controllers are essential for maintaining and regulating pressure

These controllers work seamlessly with various types of vacuum gauges, primary and backing pumps, ensuring accurate pressure readings and efficient system performance. Whether managing a scientific experiment or an industrial vacuum process, selecting the right vacuum system controller is crucial for achieving optimal results.

We offer Digital gauges and Analogue D-Sub gauges for direct integration into your systems, providing seamless connectivity without the need for digital controllers. Our Analogue RJ45 gauges are compatible with all current controllers, including ADC, TAG, and TIC, ensuring easy incorporation into your existing setups.

Learn about our different vacuum system controllers, their features, and how they integrate with various gauges to provide precise and reliable control of vacuum environments. The following table provides a quick reference for matching your gauges with the appropriate controllers, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.

	3-Head Instrument TIC	6-Head Instrument TIC	6-Head Instrument TIC CAPMAN	100W/200W TIC Turbo & Instrument	ADC	ADCe	TAG	PGC201	PGC202
APG200	x	x	x	x	x	x	x
AIM200	x	x	x	x		x	x
WRG200	x	x	x	x	x	x	x
Barocel*			x
APGX-H	x	x	x	x	x	x	x
AIGX	x	x	x	x
WRH**	x	x	x	x
ASG2***	x	x	x	x		x	x
CPG35K								x
IG40BA & IG40EX									x

* For capacitance manometers, 6-head instrument TIC CAPMAN is required.
**For WRH you need a TIC adaptor (D14750300)
***For ASG2, RJ45 adapter (D40003160) is required

ADC Active Digital Controller

The Active Digital Controller (ADC) is a compact single-line vacuum gauge controller with a bright LED display and simple push-button controls.

It automatically recognizes compatible Edwards gauges, loads the appropriate look-up table, and displays the pressure in common vacuum units.

The ADC is available in standard and enhanced MkII versions. The MkII supports two gauges with variable set points linked to relays and analog outputs. This makes it an excellent choice for a broad range of laboratory and industrial applications due to its intuitive plug-and-play operation, wide pressure range, and high visibility display.

Active Digital Controller

TIC Controllers

The TIC Controllers are versatile, compact system controllers featuring a large graphical display and intuitive user interface.

They offer full remote control and data logging via a Windows™-based PC program.

Ideal for small processes, with plug-and-play functionality and standard RS232/485 communication.

There are 3 main types of controller within the TIC range:

TIC Instrument Controller: a gauge controller with 3 and 6 gauge variants, as well as a 6 gauge capman variant for use with Barocel capacitance manometer gauges

TIC Turbo Controller: a pump controller available in 100W and 200W variants, for connecting one turbomolecular pump, with cooling and vent valve support directly from the controller. The 200W variant additionally has a backing pump connection

TIC Turbo and Instrument Controller: a pump and gauge controller available in 100W or 200W variants, which combines the features of both the TIC Instrument and TIC Turbo controllers

TIC Turbo and Instrument controller

PGC Passive Gauge Controller

Passive gauges electronics are kept in a separate controller, which is what enables them to cope in irradiated environments.

Two controllers are available in the range: analogue and digital outputs, on-board set points offer you the choice on how to integrate into your wider system.

PGC201 – driving 2 Pirani gauges (PRG20K) and one cold cathode gauge (CPG35K).
PGC202 – driving 2 Pirani gauges (PRG20K) and one hot cathode gauge (IG40BA or IG40EX).

Passive Gauge Controller

TAG Turbo and Active Gauge Controllers

The Turbo and Active Gauge (TAG) Controller is a compact, cost-effective system controller compatible with all Edwards EXT and nEXT turbomolecular pumps.

It features a large LED display for pump speed or vacuum pressure and an easy-to-use push-button interface.

Ideal for bench tops or mobile platforms, the TAG controller can run a backing pump, air vent valve, air cooler, and an Edwards active gauge. It offers comprehensive pump control, including start/stop functions, speed display, and performance monitoring, making it a versatile choice for various vacuum applications.