Centurion® C5 Series configurable equipment monitoring and automation panel for marine and industrial applications
ATEX Certified
Coolant Temp | Oil Pressure | Tachometer + Hour Meter
Gas Compressors · Industrial Pumps · Generator Sets

Murphy Marine Engine Panels: Essential Protection & Monitoring Systems

Enhance the reliability and control of your commercial marine mechanical engine with the Murphy Marine Engine Panel Series (MLP & MRP). These rugged, high-quality panel solutions provide critical, real-time data via robust analog gauges and precise First Out Fault Annunciators (ST5/ST10). Designed specifically to withstand harsh environments, these panels deliver the durability and functionality required for comprehensive engine monitoring and protection at sea.

12 + 32 I/O Channels
11 Comm Ports
-40° to 85°C Operating Temp
PC Configurable
  • Configurable Automation Platform: The Centurion® C5 Series enables flexible system configuration using dedicated software, allowing customized control logic, start/stop sequencing, and protection settings without complex programming.
  • Scalable I/O Architecture: Supports multiple digital, analog, and temperature inputs, with optional expansion modules to accommodate higher I/O requirements for complex automation systems.
  • Comprehensive Equipment Monitoring: Designed to monitor engines, compressors, pumps, and generator systems with real-time status indication and fault detection capabilities.
  • Industrial Communication Support: Integrated communication interfaces including Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet, and CAN enable seamless integration with PLCs, HMIs, and engine control systems.
  • Hazardous Area Compatibility: Engineered for use in environments requiring hazardous location compliance, making it suitable for oil & gas installations and marine engine rooms.
  • Closed-Loop Control Capability: Supports automated control of valves, louvers, and speed regulation for optimized process performance and equipment efficiency.
  • Gas Compressors: Provides automated startup, shutdown, and protection monitoring for compressor packages used in upstream and midstream oil & gas operations.
  • Industrial Pumps: Enables control and operational monitoring for transfer pumps, process pumps, and fluid handling systems in industrial facilities.
  • Marine Propulsion and Auxiliary Engines: Supports monitoring and control of marine engines in commercial vessels, offshore support vessels, and workboats.
  • Generator Sets: Integrates engine protection and automation functions for power generation systems in industrial and remote installations.
  • Hazardous Area Equipment Automation: Suitable for installations in classified environments where reliable control and compliance are required.

Engineered for precision. Built for the harshest environments on Earth.

Category Details
Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Power Supply 10–30 VDC (30 W maximum)
Analog Inputs Up to 12 configurable channels
(0–24 mA or 0–5 VDC)
Digital Inputs Up to 32 configurable inputs
(NO/NC selectable)
Temperature Inputs Supports J & K thermocouples and 3-wire
100Ω RTD sensors
Magnetic Pickup Input 30 Hz to 10 kHz AC signal range
Digital Outputs Relay and solid-state outputs
(Form C and FET types)
Analog Outputs 4–20 mA output channels
Communication Ports RS232, RS485, Ethernet
(10/100), CAN, USB
Supported Protocols Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP,
CAN (J1939 support)
Display Compatibility MV-5-C, MV-7T, and MV-12T
display modules
Optional Expansion Modules MX4-R2 and MX5-R2 I/O expansion modules
Hazardous Area Compliance Class I Division 2, ATEX Zone 2,
IECEx (model dependent)
Configuration Method PC-based configuration software
(no advanced programming required)

How the Centurion® C5 Series Works

The Centurion® C5 Series configurable equipment monitoring and automation panel functions as a centralized control platform for industrial and marine equipment.

Input signals from sensors such as pressure transmitters, temperature probes, and speed pickups are received through digital, analog, or temperature input channels. The system processes this data using configurable control logic to manage equipment startup, shutdown, and operational protection.

Based on programmed parameters, the panel can activate relays, analog outputs, or communication signals to regulate valves, control speed, or initiate safety shutdowns. Through integrated communication protocols such as Modbus and CAN, the system can also transmit real-time operational data to supervisory systems, HMIs, or remote monitoring platforms.

This structured control approach ensures safe, automated, and efficient operation of engines, compressors, pumps, and other critical industrial assets.

Technical FAQ

Common Questions Answered

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The Centurion® C5 Series is used for equipment monitoring and automation in marine, oil & gas, and industrial applications. It controls and protects engines, compressors, pumps, and generator systems.

Yes, the system is designed for installations requiring hazardous location compliance, including Class I Division 2 and ATEX Zone 2 environments, depending on configuration.

The panel supports industrial communication protocols such as Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, and CAN, allowing integration with PLCs, HMIs, and engine ECUs.

Yes, optional expansion modules are available to increase analog, digital, and temperature input/output capacity for more complex automation systems.

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