The Dixell XR20CX is a compact digital refrigeration thermostat designed for normal / medium-temperature refrigeration applications. Built for commercial cabinets, bottle coolers, display cases and stand-alone refrigeration units, it provides reliable compressor control with off-cycle defrost in a simple panel-mounted format.
The XR20CX is commonly used by refrigeration technicians for service replacement and OEM control applications. It features a 32 × 74mm front format, supports NTC or PTC probe inputs, and includes Hot Key programming support for quick parameter copying between controllers. Dixell documentation describes the XR20CX as a digital thermostat with off-cycle defrost for normal-temperature refrigeration applications, with a relay output to drive the compressor.
Key Features
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Digital refrigeration thermostat / controller
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Designed for normal / medium-temperature refrigeration
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Compressor control with off-cycle defrost
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Suitable for stand-alone refrigeration cabinets and display units
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Supports NTC or PTC temperature probes, depending on setup
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Configurable digital input
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Manual defrost function
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Max/min temperature memory
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Hot Key programming for fast parameter copying
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Optional ModBUS-RTU monitoring via external XJ485-CX module
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Compact 32 × 74mm panel-mount format
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Clear digital display with front keypad operation
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Suitable for service replacement and OEM refrigeration equipment
Specifications
| Item | Specification |
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| Brand | Dixell / Copeland |
| Model | XR20CX / XR20 |
| Product Type | Digital Refrigeration Thermostat / Controller |
| Application | Normal / medium-temperature refrigeration |
| Defrost Type | Off-cycle defrost |
| Main Output | Compressor relay |
| Probe Type | NTC or PTC, depending on configuration |
| Probe Inputs | 2 probe inputs typical |
| Digital Input | Configurable |
| Programming | Front keypad / Hot Key |
| Optional Communication | ModBUS-RTU via XJ485-CX module |
| Mounting | Panel mount |
| Front Format | 32 × 74mm |
| Typical Panel Cut-Out | 29 × 71mm |
| Category | Refrigeration → Refrigeration Components → Electrical & Controls |
Applications
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Medium-temperature refrigeration cabinets
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Bottle coolers
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Display cases and showcases
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Chilled counters
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Stand-alone refrigeration units
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Compressor control
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Off-cycle defrost control
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Service replacement controller applications
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OEM refrigeration equipment control
The Dixell XR20CX is a practical controller for simple medium-temperature refrigeration systems requiring compressor control and off-cycle defrost. With compact panel mounting, flexible probe support and Hot Key programming, it is a dependable replacement option for commercial refrigeration service work.
