What ships in the box
The E5CC-CX3A5M-005 is an active-production process/temperature controller from the E5CC family. It accepts RTD, TC types B/E/J/K/L/N/PLII/R/S/T/U/W, plus 0-20 mA or 0-10 VDC analog inputs. Outputs are one analog signal and three relays, giving you both modulating and on/off control from a single unit. The box includes the controller with screw terminals, panel gasket, and mounting bracket—no optional extras to hunt down.
Control method is On/Off or proportional (PID). The PID loop is self-tuning on the typical models; verify with your process if you need a pre-tune output. Input range spans -200 to 2300 °C across TC types, so one SKU handles cryogenic baths to furnace zones. The dual-color LCD shows two rows of four characters (0.600" and 0.280" heights), enough for process value and setpoint simultaneously. Event input is listed as a feature—that gives you an external dry-contact to start/stop control or switch between preset values without menu diving. Plan for three relay loads within the rated specifications; the analog output covers linear actuator or SCR firing.
Sourcing reality for this BOM line
Lifecycle is active—no PCN or last-time-buy horizon on this order code. That means you can freeze it into a BOM without worrying about near-term obsolescence. If you're kitting a panel or filling a line-down replacement, this part is available to quote; lead time is typical for the E5CC family.