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Specifications

Source: Intuition-6 Instruction Manual Rev. H, Pages: 3–10
Internal view of Intuition-6 controller showing sensor input cards, relay board, and terminal blocks

Measurement Performance

Use these tables to confirm sensor ranges and accuracy.

Contacting Conductivity

Cell ConstantRangeResolutionAccuracy
0.010-300 µS/cm0.01 µS/cm±1% of reading or 0.01 µS/cm
0.10-3,000 µS/cm0.1 µS/cm±1% of reading or 0.1 µS/cm
1.00-30,000 µS/cm1 µS/cm±1% of reading or 1 µS/cm
10.00-300,000 µS/cm10 µS/cm±1% of reading or 10 µS/cm

Electrodeless Conductivity

RangeResolutionAccuracy
500-12,000 µS/cm1 µS/cm±1% of reading
3,000-40,000 µS/cm1 µS/cm±1% of reading
10,000-150,000 µS/cm10 µS/cm±1% of reading
50,000-500,000 µS/cm10 µS/cm±1% of reading
200,000-2,000,000 µS/cm100 µS/cm±1% of reading
Conductivity ranges apply at 25°C. At higher temperatures, the effective range is reduced. For example, at 100°C the range is approximately 36% of the 25°C value.

pH Measurement

ParameterValue
Range-2 to 16 pH units
Resolution0.01 pH units
Accuracy±0.01% of reading

ORP Measurement

ParameterValue
Range-1500 to 1500 mV
Resolution0.1 mV
Accuracy±1 mV

Disinfection Sensors

ParameterValue
Range (mV)-2000 to 1500 mV
Resolution (mV)0.1 mV
Accuracy (mV)±1 mV
Range (ppm)0-2 ppm to 0-20,000 ppm (sensor dependent)

Temperature Measurement

Sensor TypeRangeResolutionAccuracy
100Ω RTD23-500°F (-5 to 260°C)0.1°F±1% or ±1°C
1000Ω RTD23-500°F (-5 to 260°C)0.1°F±1% or ±0.3°C
10K/100K Thermistor23-194°F (-5 to 90°C)0.1°F±1% or ±0.3°C

Analog Input (4-20 mA)

ParameterValue
Range0-22 mA
Resolution0.01 mA
Accuracy±0.5% of reading

Electrical Specifications

Review power and wiring requirements before installation.

Power Supply

ParameterValue
Input Voltage100-240 VAC ±10%
Frequency50/60 Hz
Maximum Current7 A
Fuse6.3 A

Sensor Inputs

Input TypeSpecification
Contacting Conductivity0.01, 0.1, 1.0, or 10.0 cell constant
Electrodeless ConductivityDedicated sensor card required
pH/ORP/ISERequires preamplified signal (WEL or WDS series)
Temperature100Ω or 1000Ω RTD, 10K or 100K thermistor
4-20 mA Analog2, 3, or 4-wire transmitters supported

Analog Input Power Budget

Each 4-20 mA input channel provides isolated 24 VDC ±15% power:
  • Maximum 2.0 W (83 mA) per channel
  • Total power consumption limited based on ambient temperature
Total Watts (All Channels)Maximum Ambient Temperature
2 W50°C (122°F)
4 W45°C (113°F)
6 W40°C (104°F)
8 W35°C (95°F)

Digital Inputs

The controller provides six digital input channels:
Input TypeSpecification
State-TypeOptically isolated, 9 VDC, 2.3 mA, <2 sec response
Low Speed Counter0-20 Hz, 25 ms minimum pulse width
High Speed Counter0-500 Hz, 1.0 ms minimum pulse width
Total available 9 VDC power: 111 mA across all digital inputs.

Relay Outputs

Output TypeRating
Powered Mechanical Relays6 A resistive, 1/8 HP (93 W), fused as group
Dry Contact Mechanical Relays6 A resistive, 1/8 HP (93 W), not fused
Pulse Solid State Opto200 mA, 40 VDC max
Pulse output accuracy:
  • 0-10 Hz: ±0.5% of pulse rate
  • 10-20 Hz: ±1.0%
  • 20-40 Hz: ±2.0%

Analog Outputs (Optional)

ParameterValue
Type4-20 mA, internally powered
IsolationFully isolated
Load600 Ω maximum resistive
Resolution0.0015% of span

Communication

InterfaceSpecification
Ethernet10/100 802.3-2005, Auto MDIX, Auto Negotiation
USBType A, High speed (480 Mbit), 0.5 A max
ProtocolsModbus TCP, BACnet (optional)

Mechanical Specifications

ParameterValue
Enclosure MaterialPolycarbonate
Enclosure RatingUL 50 Type 4X, IP66
Dimensions11.1” x 8.3” x 5.5” (282 x 211 x 140 mm)
Display5” TFT color, 800 x 480 pixels, capacitive touchscreen
WeightApproximately 5 lbs (2.3 kg)

Environmental

ParameterValue
Operating Temperature-4 to 131°F (-20 to 55°C)
Storage Temperature-4 to 176°F (-20 to 80°C)
Humidity10-90% non-condensing
Altitude2000 m (6560 ft) maximum
Pollution Degree2
Overvoltage CategoryII
InstallationIndoor and outdoor, suitable for wet locations

Mounting Clearances

SideClearance Required
Top2” (50 mm)
Left8” (203 mm) — not applicable for prewired models
Right4” (102 mm)
Bottom7” (178 mm)

Agency Approvals

Use this section for compliance and certification references.

Safety

  • UL 61010-1:2012 3rd Ed + Rev:2019
  • CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1:2012 3rd Ed. + U1; U2
  • IEC 61010-1:2010 3rd Ed. + A1:2016
  • EN 61010-1:2010 3rd Ed. + A1:2019

EMC

  • IEC 61326-1:2020
  • EN 61326-1:2013
For EN 61000-4-3 Radiated RF Immunity, the controller meets Performance Criteria B. In environments with severe radio-frequency interference, the controller may reboot. Relocate the controller away from EMI sources if this occurs.

Sensor Specifications

Reference these limits when selecting sensor materials and fittings.

Pressure and Temperature Ratings

Graph showing maximum pressure vs temperature for pH/ORP, Fluorometer, Conductivity, HP Conductivity/Steel, and HP pH/ORP/Steel sensors
Sensor TypeMax PressureMax TemperatureMaterials
Electrodeless Conductivity150 psiCPVC: 158°F, PEEK: 190°FCPVC or PEEK, FKM o-ring
pH100 psi158°FCPVC, Glass, FKM, HDPE
ORP100 psi158°FCPVC, Glass, FKM
Contacting Cond. (Cooling Tower)150 psi158°FGraphite or 316SS, PP
Contacting Cond. (Boiler)250 psi401°F316SS, PEEK
Contacting Cond. (High Pressure)300 psi158°F316SS, PEEK
High Pressure pH/ORP300 psi275°FGlass/Platinum, 316SS, FKM
Disinfection Sensors14.7 psi113-131°FPVC, Polycarbonate, PEEK
Pressure ratings decrease with increasing temperature. Always verify sensor compatibility with your process conditions using the pressure/temperature derating curves in the full manual.

Battery

ParameterValue
TypeBR2032, 3V Lithium Coin Cell
Size20 mm diameter
FunctionReal-time clock backup

Sources

Intuition-6 Instruction Manual Rev. H

Pages 3–10 • February 2024