Number of PID Loops , a Single Controller can handle

Do we have any limits or recommendations based on the Best practices, as how many Control Loops (PIDs) can a single S series Controller (max capacity 1500 DST controller) can handle?

any info/guidance on the subject , be highly appreciated.

  • Hi,
    the DeltaV Controller have practical three limitation.
    1. DST count
    2. Controller load
    3. Memory
    You can build what ever you want within these limits.
    It depend on how your PID Control module is configured.
    A good estimate can be done with the Load-Estimator.
    You can install this programm from the DeltaV Installation DVD on your office PC.
    Build your own modules there. If you have bigger Calc/Act/Cnd FB then multiply the count.
    In that application is a table where for every FB is the exec time for each different controller saved.
    So I guess, Emerson did some measuring and we can trust the result.
    You can contact me in private message if you need more help. I have done many load optimizations on libraries
    Best Regards,
    Michael