Reefer Controllers - Container Ship Specific
Electronic controllers fitted to integral refrigerated containers carried on container ships. They regulate cargo temperature, manage refrigeration components, record operating data, perform pre-trip inspection, and communicate alarms to shipboard reefer monitoring systems.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Reefer Controllers |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Container Ship Specific |
| Product Reference | 494 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Carrier Transicold, Thermo King, Daikin |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Automatic supply-air or return-air temperature control |
| 2. Alarm, event, and temperature data logging |
| 3. Pre-trip inspection and diagnostic functions |
| 4. Control of compressor, fans, heaters, and defrost cycles |
| 5. Remote monitoring communication capability when suitably equipped |
Applications of Reefer Controllers
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Temperature control of refrigerated containers during sea transport |
| 2. Shipboard remote monitoring of reefer status and alarms |
| 3. Pre-trip inspection and fault diagnosis in terminals or aboard vessels |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| Micro-Link 3 | Carrier Transicold |
| MP-4000 | Thermo King |
| DECOS III series | Daikin Industries |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micro-Link 3 | Primary functions | Temperature regulation, defrost control, alarm logging, diagnostics, and pre-trip inspection | — |
| Micro-Link 3 | User interface | Digital display and keypad | — |
| MP-4000 | Primary functions | Refrigeration control, data logging, alarms, diagnostics, and pre-trip inspection | — |
| MP-4000 | Monitoring capability | Supports reefer status monitoring and downloadable operating records | — |
| DECOS III series | Primary functions | Temperature control, component sequencing, defrost, alarm recording, and diagnostics | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Applicable container-system standards include ISO 1496-2 for thermal containers and ISO 10368 for remote condition monitoring. Product conformity and electrical certifications depend on the controller version, reefer unit, destination market, and OEM documentation. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Controllers are normally accepted as OEM components of the complete reefer unit rather than independently class-approved. Vessel integration may require acceptance by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, or ClassNK according to the ship's class and monitoring-system design. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Use the exact OEM-compatible controller, firmware, configuration file, and sensor type. Isolate reefer power, observe ESD precautions, verify wiring and communication connections, then configure container parameters and complete an OEM pre-trip inspection. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Keep the enclosure, connectors, and display dry and clean. Inspect terminals for corrosion or heat damage, verify sensor readings, download alarm logs, maintain firmware only under OEM guidance, and perform periodic pre-trip inspections. |
| Safety Notes | Apply lockout/tagout before opening the electrical compartment. Reefer units use hazardous three-phase voltage and may retain stored electrical energy. Only trained personnel should troubleshoot energized equipment; use insulated tools and appropriate PPE. |
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