Description
PR 4131 Universal Trip Amplifier – PR Electronics
The PR Electronics 4131 Universal Trip Amplifier is a versatile, FM-approved, and DNV Marine-certified device designed for reliable process control, trip protection, and safety monitoring. With universal inputs, two programmable relay outputs, and advanced error diagnostics, the PR 4131 is the ideal choice for engineers requiring precision and safety in critical industrial applications.
Key Features
Universal input: RTD, TC, Ohm, potentiometer, mA, and V
2 adjustable alarm limits for flexible trip configurations
2 relay outputs for safety and process control
Universal AC or DC supply (21.6…253 VAC or 19.2…300 VDC)
FM-approved for installation in Div. 2 hazardous areas
3-port 2.3 kVAC galvanic isolation for maximum safety
Applications
Trip amplifier with window function – configurable high and low setpoints
Relay latch function – manual reset for safety events
Sensor error surveillance – one relay holds last state, the other triggers alarm
Temperature safety relay for engines, machines, and process equipment
mA trip amplifier and voltage monitoring relay for automation systems
Level controller with relays for tanks and fluid management
Advanced Functions
Programmable via PR 4500 detachable display
Password protection, process calibration, and relay simulation
Multi-language help text and error diagnostics
Continuous data integrity checks for operational safety
LED indicators for relay activity and device status
Technical Highlights
High accuracy: better than 0.1% of selected range
Fast response time: ≤ 1 s (temperature input), ≤ 400 ms (mA/V input)
Wide input range: RTD (Pt, Ni, Cu), thermocouples (B, E, J, K, N, R, S, T, U, etc.), mA, V, resistance, potentiometers
Relay output functions: Setpoint, Window, Sensor error, Latch, Power, Off
Hysteresis: 0…100% | On/Off delay: 0…3600 s
Compact DIN rail mount design: 109 x 23.5 x 104 mm
Certifications & Approvals
FM 3025177 – Division 2
c UL us, UL 508 (E231911)
DNV Marine TAA0000101
EU RO MR Type Approval MRA000000Z
RoHS, EMC, LVD, EAC compliant
Product Details
Part Number: PR 4131
Product Name: Universal Trip Amplifier with 2 Relay Outputs
Manufacturer: PR Electronics
Origin: Denmark
Condition: New / Original Packing
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Advanced features
- Programmable via detachable display front (PR 4500 series), process calibration, relay simulation, password protection, error diagnostics and selection of help text in several languages.
Application – 4131 Universal Trip Amplifier
- Process control with 2 pairs of potential-free relay contacts which can be configured to suit any application.
- Trip amplifier with window function defined by a high and a low setpoint. The relay changes state outside the window.
- Relay latch function, where the relay is activated and can only be reset manually.
- Sophisticated sensor error surveillance, where one relay holds the state immediately prior to the sensor error, while allowing the process to continue. The other relay can be set for sensor error alarm so that the defect sensor can be replaced immediately.
Technical characteristics
- When the universal trip amplifier 4131 is used with the PR 4500 display series, all operational parameters can be modified to suit any application. As the pr 4131 universal transmitter is designed with electronic hardware switches, it is not necessary to open the device for setting of DIP-switches.
- A green front LED indicates normal operation and malfunction. A yellow LED is ON for each active output relay.
- Continuous check of vital stored data for safety reasons.
- 3-port 2.3 kVAC galvanic isolation.
Popular Uses – PR Electronics 4131
- mA Trip Amplifier
- Temperature Safety Relay
- Trip Protection Switch
- Level Controller with relays
- Engine Temperature Safety relay / Temperature Trip Amplifier
Environmental Conditions
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Calibration temperature | 20…28°C |
| Relative humidity | < 95% RH (non-cond.) |
| Protection degree | IP20 |
Mechanical specifications
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 109 x 23.5 x 104 mm |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) w/ PR 4500 | 109 x 23.5 x 131 mm |
| Weight approx. | 170 g |
| Weight incl. 4501 / 451x (approx.) | 185 g / 200 g |
| Wire size | 0.13…2.08 mm2Â AWG 26…14 stranded wire |
| Screw terminal torque | 0.5 Nm |
| Vibration | IEC 60068-2-6 |
| 2…13.2 Hz | ±1 mm |
| 13.2…100 Hz | ±0.7 g |
Common specifications
Supply | |
| Supply voltage, universal | 21.6…253 VAC, 50…60 Hz or 19.2…300 VDC |
| Fuse | 400 mA SB / 250 VAC |
| Max. required power | ≤ 2.0 W |
| Max. power dissipation | ≤ 2.0 W |
Isolation voltage | |
| Isolation voltage, test / working | 2.3 kVAC / 250 VAC |
Response time – PR4131 | |
| Temperature input (0…90%, 100…10%) | ≤ 1 s |
| mA / V input (0…90%, 100…10%) | ≤ 400 ms |
Auxiliary supplies | |
| 2-w. supply (term. 44…43) | 25…16 VDC / 0…20 mA |
| Programming | PR 4500 communication interfaces |
| Signal / noise ratio | Min. 60 dB (0…100 kHz) |
| Accuracy | Better than 0.1% of sel. range |
| EMC immunity influence | < ±0.5% of span |
| Extended EMC immunity: NAMUR NE21, A criterion, burst | < ±1% of span |
Input specifications –Â PR 4131 Universal Trip Amplifier
RTD input | |
| RTD type | Pt10/20/50/100/200/250; Pt300/400/500/1000; Ni50/100/120/1000; Cu10/20/50/100 |
| Cable resistance per wire | 50 Ω (max.) |
| Sensor current | Nom. 0.2 mA |
| Effect of sensor cable resistance (3-/4-wire) | < 0.002 Ω / Ω |
| Sensor error detection | Yes |
| Short circuit detection | < 15 Ω |
Linear resistance input | |
| Linear resistance min….max. | 0 Ω…10000 Ω |
Potentiometer input | |
| Potentiometer min….max. | 10 Ω…100 kΩ |
TC input | |
| Thermocouple type | B, E, J, K, L, N, R, S, T, U, W3, W5, LR |
| Cold junction compensation (CJC) via ext. sensor in 5910 | 20…28°C ≤ ±1°C, -20…20°C / 28…70°C ≤ 2°C |
| CJC via int. mounted sensor | ±(2.0°C + 0.4°C * Δt) |
| Sensor error detection | Yes |
| Sensor error current: When detecting / else | Nom. 2 μA / 0 μA |
Current input | |
| Measurement range | 0…23 mA |
| Programmable measurement ranges | 0…20 and 4…20 mA |
| Input resistance | Nom. 20 Ω + PTC 50 Ω |
Voltage input | |
| Measurement range | 0…12 VDC |
| Programmable measurement ranges | 0/0.2…1, 0/1…5, 0/2…10 VDC |
| Input resistance | Nom. 10 MΩ |
Output specifications –Â PR 4131 Universal Trip Amplifier
Relay output | |
| Relay functions | Setpoint, Window, Sensor error, Latch, Power and Off |
| Hysteresis | 0…100% |
| ON and OFF delay | 0…3600 s |
| Max. voltage | 250 VRMS |
| Max. current | 2 AAC or 1 ADC |
| Max. AC power | 500 VA |
| Sensor error reaction | Break / Make / Hold |
| of span | = of the presently selected range |
Observed authority requirements
| EMC | 2014/30/EU & UK SI 2016/1091 |
| LVD | 2014/35/EU & UK SI 2016/1101 |
| RoHS | 2011/65/EU & UK SI 2012/3032 |
| EAC | TR-CU 020/2011 |
| EAC LVD | TR-CU 004/2011 |
Approvals – PR 4131 Universal Trip Amplifier
| c UL us, UL 508 | E231911 |
| FM | 3025177 |
| DNV Marine | TAA0000101 |
| EU RO MR Type Approval | MRA000000Z |





