PID Temperature Controller,W/ 30 RAMP / SOAK,SSR Output, SYL-2352P Black

Excellent tool, worth every dollar. I was able to fine tune my ceramics kiln and run a 12-step program successfully. Instructions are excellent if you really read without skipping anything. Of course you need to find them online as a 12-page PDF. Gets a little warm when operating. Getting some getting used to the controls. Beware, the auto tune will change your t-value as well as PID. Has a built-in filtering for noisy thermocouple signal.

This controller offers excellent functionality with its 30 ramp/soak steps and reliable PID control. It keeps temperatures stable and reacts quickly to changes, which has improved the performance of my setup. The option to use either Fahrenheit or Celsius is a nice touch, and it works well in both heating and cooling modes. Build quality feels solid and the SSR output performs as expected. The only drawback is the steep learning curve. The manual isn’t very beginner-friendly, and it took some time to figure out the programming steps. Once set up, though, it runs smoothly and consistently. A great unit if you're willing to invest a bit of time upfront.

nice product, as described, good quality

Purchased this controller to convert my manual kiln to automatic. Works perfectly! Keeps to within 1 - 2 degrees at 1500F. A bit of a learning curve to program, but once you understand how it works it is a breeze to program!

The combination of a poorly organized manual and some really poor software design results in an interface that is the worst I have ever used. As a retired control engineer with 30 plus years of experience the concepts are very familiar to me . Sadly when holding down buttons for some time length and pressing them in just the right sequence to initiate a series of steps are required, you are heading for trouble. Modal based push buttons are an absolute no-no for users.

Works perfectly! Instructions are not hard to understand if you have any technical knowledge or ever programmed the time on a VHS player. It’s very robust too! I shorted a 240volt circuit to the thermocouple terminals while fitting it all in my enclosure. Burnt the thermocouple wires right off but worked like a charm when I hooked them back up. Pro tip: cut your wires only as long as necessary, you won’t need extra later trust me! Good luck with your project!

It can be quite changeling when you first program this controller. The buttons can be hard to find while reading the programing information. The PID worked to perfection I held 1382 deg. F. set point with only an occasional 1383 deg. F. The ramp temperature lagged the set temp while the overshoot stayed with in 3 deg. F. until stable. For an untuned PID controller this is very impressive.

The interface of this controller is difficult, but a pretty nifty device after you figure it out. I still don't understand the programming codes, Example they give is -121. Not sure there are other codes, because the instructions do not reference how other codes effect programming (Jumping, pause, etc.). Nice controller, but the instructions are not such that you could become a "Power user".

Received the product but didn’t install until 3 months later. Hooked it up and it wasn’t picking up the thermal coupler reading. Contacted the seller but they wouldn’t do anything for me. Went direct to the manufacturer and they don’t sell through Amazon.ca, however, they were super helpful and help replacing with a new one. Suggestion- buy direct from the manufacturer as they are very helpful!