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- Brand
- Red
- Model
- CUB5
- Category
- Other device
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-04
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Red Lion CUB5 Counter & Rate Indicator User Manual
The CUB5 is a miniature electronic 8‑digit dual counter and rate indicator with optional relay output and serial communications modules. It operates from a 9‑28 VDC power source and offers programmable scaling, bi‑directional counting, quadrature sensing, and display color change capability.
The manual covers safety guidelines, installation steps, DIP‑switch configuration, wiring practices, optional plug‑in cards, front‑panel operation, and detailed programming procedures to customize the meter for various measurement applications.
Red CUB5 specifications
| Display digit height | 0.48" (12.2 mm) |
|---|---|
| Input voltage range | 0 V to 10 V |
| Input current range | 0 mA to 20 mA or 0 mA to 50 mA |
| Power supply range | 9 VDC to 28 VDC |
| Enclosure rating | NEMA 4X/IP65 |
| Weight | 3.2 oz (100 g) |
| Operating temperature range | -35 °C to 75 °C |
| Display backlight options | Reflective or selectable red/green LED |
| Optional communication modules | RS232 or RS485 serial cards |
All Red CUB5 documents by type
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What input voltage ranges does the CUB5P support?
The meter can accept 0 V‑10 V, 0‑20 mA, or 0‑50 mA input signals, selected via a jumper and software.
How is the display backlight color selected?
The LCD is available with a reflective display or a red/green LED backlight, and the backlight color can be chosen by the user.
What is the input voltage range for the CUB5?
The meter operates from a power source of +9 to +28 VDC.
From: Red Lion CUB5 Counter & Rate Indicator User Manual
How can the display backlight color be changed?
The backlight version allows the user to select either green or red LED backlighting.
From: Red Lion CUB5 Counter & Rate Indicator User Manual
What input voltage does the CUB5RT require?
The meter operates from a DC supply of +9 to +28 V.
From: Red Lion CUB5RT Miniature Electronic 5‑Digit RTD Meter User Manual
Which RTD sensor types are supported?
It supports P#385, Pt392, Ni672 and Cu427 RTD sensors.
From: Red Lion CUB5RT Miniature Electronic 5‑Digit RTD Meter User Manual
