SUBTLEWEIGH

Product Guide

Weighing & Dosing

for Industrial Processes

ISO SUBTLEWEIGH
9001 Electric (India) Pvt. Ltd.
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Weighing & Dosing Systems Are
Recognized
Around The World

HIGH ACCURACY
STABLE PERFORMANCE
LONG - TERM LIFE
TECHNICAL
DEFINITIONS OF
TERMINOLOGY
1. RATED CAPACITY (R.C) 10. TEMPERATURE EFFECT ON ZERO BALANCE
The maximum axial load cell is designed to measure within its The change in zero balance due to a change in ambient
specification.
temperature.Usually expressed as +/- a percentage change in rated
output per degree C change in ambient temperature over the
2. RATED OUTPUT (R.O)
The algebraic difference between the outputs at no-load and at rated load. compensated temperature range.
Usually load cell output is specified in milli-volts per volt at rated capacity.
11. TERMINAL RESISTANCE, INPUT
3. NON LINEARITY The resistance of the load cell circuit measured at the excitation
terminal, at standard temperature, with no-load applied, and with the
The maximum deviation of the calibration output terminals open-circuited.
% 100

curve from a straight line between zero

and rated load outputs, expressed as a
percent of the rated output and measured 12. TERMINAL RESISTANCE, OUTPUT
0 Load %

N L on increasing load only. The resistance of the load cell circuit measured at the output signal
terminals, at standard temperature, with no-load applied, and with the
excitation terminals open-circuited.
0 Output % 100

4. HYSTERESIS 13. INSULATION RESISTANCE

The DC resistance expressed in ohms measured between any
The maximum difference between output
R electrical connector pin or lead wire and the load cell body or case.
% 100

readings for the same applied load one

Normally measured at 50 v DC.
point obtained while increasing from zero
2 and the other while decreasing from rated
0 Load %

1
3 3 output. 14. EXCITATION
2
The points are taken on the same The voltage or current applied to the input terminals of the load cell.
1
continuous cycle. The deviation is
0 Output % 100 expressed as a percent of rated output. 15. SAFE OVERLOAD
The maximum load in percent of rated capacity which can be applied
5. REPEATABILITY without causing a permanent change in the performance specifications.

H The ability of a load cell to reproduce

output readings when the same load is 16. ULTIMATE OVERLOAD
applied to it consecutively, under the same The minimum breaking load in percent of rated capacity at structural
% 100

direction. Repeatability is expressed as

failure.
the maximum difference between output
readings as a percent of rated output.
0 Load %

17. CREEP
The change in load cell output occurring with time, while under load, and
with all environmental conditions and other variables remaining
0 Output % 100
constant.Usually measured with rated load applied and expressed as a
6. ZERO BALANCE percent of rated output over a specific period of time.
The output signal of the load cell with rated excitation and with no load
applied, usually expressed in percent of rated output.
18. ACCURACY
Stated as a limit tolerance which defines the average deviation between
7. TEMPERATURE RANGE COMPENSATED
The range of temperature over which a load cell is compensated to the actual output versus theoretical output.
maintain rated output and zero balance within specific limits. In practical load cell applications, the potential errors of nonlinearity,
hysteresis, repeatability and temperature effects do not normally occur
8. TEMPERATURE RANGE, SAFE simultaneously, nor are they necessarily additive.
The range of temperature over which a load cell may be safely operated up Therefore, accuracy is calculated based upon the RMS value of
to full scale without causing failure but specifications may not be met.
potential errors, assuming a temperature band °æ 10°…. Full rated load
applied, and proper set up and calibration.
9. TEMPERATURE EFFECT ON RATED OUTPUT
The change in rated output due to a change in ambient temperature. Potential errors of the readout, cross talk, or creep effects are not
Usually expressed as + /- a percentage change in rated output per degree included.
C change in ambient temperature, over the compensated temperature
range.

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Belt Weighing System

Multi-idler Belt Weighing Scale

The multi-idler Belt Weighing Scales have been especially designed for continuous acquisition of flow rates
& totalized amount of solid materials of all sizes moving on a conveyor belt. These are designed to suit a
large variety of conveyor belt widths and capacity and to endure severe industrial environments.
The Belt Scale consists of a weigh mechanics fitted with load cell that is mounted on the conveyor frame and
connected to a microprocessor based measurement & control system SWC32 to translate the weight
readings into flow rate and totalized weight. The weighing platform is so designed that the existing idlers of
the conveyor can be accommodated. For belt width above 1400 mm, 2 nos. load cells are used and for
conveyor speed over 2.0 mtr/sec, twin mechanics are used for accurately measuring the flow rate and
totalized weights.
Capacity Range : 10 TPH to 3000 TPH
The mechanical structure is specially designed to assure the best translation of the weight of the material on
the belt, even under conditions of irregular load and particle size, and for high speed motion. The
measurement of speed is taken from the return belt by means of a friction wheel and carried out by a digital
tachometer using optical sensor housed in a IP:67 enclosure.

Precession Class : from ± 0.5 to ± 1% based on the application.

Applications
l Instantaneous and totalized measurement of flow rate
l Final balance of consumption or production quantities
l Feeding for batch systems
l Loading system for trucks or wagons
l Instantaneous control of overloading for conveyor belts
l Automatic adjustment system for flow rate

SWC-32 + SWD-32 for Belt Weighing System

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Single-idler Belt Weighing Scale
For certain special applications with short conveyor
lengths, we can provide single idler belt scales for
measuring instantaneous and totalized flow of
materials being conveyed in the belt.

Typical Dimension

Model no. based on Belt Width & Belt Speed

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Weigh Belt Feeders

Weigh Feeder is a variable speed conveyor incorporating belt weighing and speed control for installation
directly under the storage silo, suited for industrial environments with particularly heavy duty conditions. The
flow rate is held constant by varying the speed of the conveyor inversely with respect to belt load by means of
a VVVF Drive.
Material is fed into the weigh feeder via a feed hopper equipped with a manually adjustable profile gate
which controls the material bed height on the feeder belt. The weighing assembly built into the feeder
measures the gravimetric force applied by the material travelling down the belt and converts this force into
mV signal which is proportional to the loading on the belt. A digital speed sensor continuously monitors the
belt speed and the microprocessor based measurement & control system SWC32 integrates these two
signals to give you an instantaneous rate of flow and totalized weight of material that has passed through the
feeder.

Capacity Range : from 100 Kgs/Hr to 1000 TPH

Dynamic Range : 1 : 10
Unique Features
l Bulk density variation compensation within a range of ± 30%
l Dual load cell design for better accuracy
l Head & Tail driven dependent upon the application
l Enclosed or open construction
l Designed for hazardous or non-hazardous applications
l High accuracy
l Corrosion resistant components
l Simple installation, easy to clean & maintain SWC-32 + SWD-32 for Weigh Belt Feeder

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 For small-size granulated
materials and particularly for the
chemical and foodstuff industries,
we can provide completely
enclosed weigh feeders.

The supporting structure is an

integral part that encloses the
weighfeeder mechanics, thus
guaranteeing completely dust-
tight protection and, if needed,
making pressure-proofing
possible.

Typical Dimension

Model No. Based On Belt Width & Pulley Centers

Suffix after model no. will indicate the following

T - normal infeed hopper
V - infeed hopper with Vibratory Motor
S - infeed hopper with Settling Chamber

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On-line Check Weighing System

In case where taking drop test is not practically possible or where interruption of the process is not
permissible for taking drop test, an on-line check weighing system can be installed along with Subtleweigh
Weighfeeders for dynamically cross-checking the weighfeeder performance and inserting the correction
factor thereafter online.

Hopper

Belt
Weighfeeder
Screw Feeder

SWC 32
SWD 32

In case of on-line check weighing, the storage silo is placed on load cells at each of its support points and the
output from these load cells are fed into the weighfeeder controller, which in this case will have an additional
weigh module.
The operator has to press a “check weighing start” button. This will automatically turn off silo feeding. Silo
feeding can be re-started once on-line calibration procedure is complete. At the end of the pre-determined
sampling time the operator will have to press the “check weighing stop” button. The loss in weight from the
silo is accurately measured by the controller and compared with the totalized weight of discharge from the
weighfeeder during this period. The correction factor is automatically generated and can be inserted at the
operator's discretion.

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Pre Feeders

Depending of the material property, it is often required to install a pre-feeder before the weigh feeder. There
are various types of pre-feeders for various applications.

Rotary Vane Feeder (RVF)

RVF is used for pulverized/ powdery materials, often

aerated, to prevent flushing downstream.
These are designed to extract and regulate uniform
feed of powdery materials from the storage bins. The
rotary vane feeder consists of shaft mounted vanes
fitted with adjustable spring steel tips in an enclosed
casing. When the shaft revolves, the vanes spaces in
the upper part of the feeder allows the materials to fill.
As rotation continues, the material is carried around,
inside the enclosed casing and discharged by gravity
at the bottom of the feeder.

Opening
200 x 200
200 x 250
300 x 300
350 x 350
400 x 400
500 x 500
550 x 550
600 x 600

Screw Feeder
For application like pulvarised coal, lime,
etc. with large bunker openings, screw
feeder is used for accurately regulating
material feed in to the weighfeeder infeed
hopper.
Screw feeder consists of a tubular trough
section with screw flight, single or twin
agitator for flow assistance and a drive
assembly. The length and diameter of the
screw varies with application and
capacity.

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Loss-in-Weight Feeder

A loss-in-weight feeder is a gravimetric metering

device that receives material from an upstream
supply and accurately doses the material into a
process at a predetermined feed rate. The LIW is
particularly suited for continuous regulation of the
flow rate of powdery or fine granular material. The
measurement of the flow rate is obtained from the
loss of weight of a hopper positioned on high
precession load cells, from which the material to
be fed is extracted by means of a variable speed
screw or a vibrating feeder.
The totally enclosed structure of the LIW feeder
makes it possible to handle dangerous materials
in complete safety.
The machines can be supplied, if necessary, in an
explosion-proof version and also with an entirely
stainless steel structure.
The devise is supplied complete with a
microprocessor based measurement & control
system SWC32 which continuously measures
the loss in weight of the material from the hopper
and compares it with the discharge rate from the
screw or vibratory feeder and corrects the same
accordingly.

dP
Q= Feed rate measurement with loss in weight principle
Dt

SWC-32 + SWD-32 for Loss-in-Weight Feeder

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Technical Characteristics

Flow rate : 0.5 TPH to 50 TPH

Precision : ± 0.5% of the set flow rate
Higher capacity on demand by using multiple screw.
Feed Range : 1 : 10
Totally enclosed housing, ensuring pollution less environment
Special explosion proof or stainless steel versions.
Vast range of accessories (Butterfly Valves, Screws, Agitators, Bin Aeration System)

Typical Dimension

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Mass Flow Meter/ Feeder
When the application of Belt Weighers & Weigh Feeders are not suitable for too high material temperature,
too much dust formation, or for reasons of unavailability of head room etc., installation of Mass Flow Feeders
are the best solution.

Application
Continuous measurement and feed of bulk
material streams up to approx.1200 cu.mtr/hr
at material temperature up to 500 deg.
l Iron & Steel
l Cement
l Dry Powder Chemicals
l Building Materials

Design Advantages
There are no knife edges or bearings and no
articulated joints & hence no wear & tear. The
flow rate is determined with the aid of a
maintenance free strain gauge type Load Cell.
Other advantages are fully dust free operation
& low space requirements. Pre feeders used
are for instance Star feeder (RVF), Dosing
Valve, Pneumatic Valve, Vibrating feeder or
Feed Screw.

Typical applications
Measure free flowing bulk solids such as Cement, Fly Ash, etc. during Load Out.
Measure recycles from Cement Grinding Mills when the measuring signal may be used to control the
addition of fresh material.
Feed Raw Meal to Heat Exchanger or Rotary Kin in Cement Factories

Accuracy
A regular accuracy check using a check weigh bin, an automatic check - and - correct system, is available
which ensures that a feeding and measuring accuracy of ± 0.5% to ± 1% will be achieved.

SWC-32 + SWD-32 for Mass Flow Meter/ Feeder

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Typical Dimension

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Hopper Weighing System

A hopper weighing system measures and also

controls the amount of bulk material that enters or
exists a hopper/container. The hopper is placed
on load cells, one at each of its support points so
that the entire weight of the hopper and its contents
pass through these load cells.
A typical weigh hopper may have 3 or 4 support
points. The summation of these load cell values
are processed in a microprocessor based digital
weighing indicator which converts the mV signal
received from the load cells to weight data. The
signal from the digital indicator can be used to
open/close infill or discharge gates at desired set
weights.
High precession load cells coupled with specially
designed mounting kits ensure very accurate
weighing results.
Hopper weighing systems can be provided for a
wide capacity range from 500 Kg to 1500 Ton gross
weight.

Bin Level Measuring System

When only level measurement of large silos is required, the same can be achieved by using only one or two
load cells and replacing the balance with dummy. The weights correspondence to empty and full hopper
needs to be taken and the entire span is calibrated accordingly, so that the weight at any point of time will
give the status of the container, i.e, the level of material in the hopper. HI-level & LOW-level signals will be
given from the micro-processor controller for closing & opening of the infill gate.

SWC-32 + SWD-32 for Hopper Weighing System

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Batch Weighing System

Batch weighing is an extension of the hopper weighing system, where two or more materials are desired to
be mixed in a fixed proportion. Here either each of the storage hoppers for all the materials are individually
weighed or as a standard practice, a common weigh hopper is positioned below the storage bins.
The operational sequence is such that after the first material has been filled in the common weigh hopper up
to the set weight, the signal from the weight indicator will close the discharge gate of the first storage bin and
open the discharge gate of the second storage bin. Again when the batch weight of the second material has
been reached, the signal from the weight indicator will close the discharge gate of the second storage bin
and open that of the third, and so on.
Depending on the requirement of end user the operation sequence can be fully automatic or semi-
automatic.

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Laddle Weighing System

A Ladle Weighing System can be used to increase the safety and efficiency in the production process.
Weighbeams are installed between the base structure and the weighbridge, without need for modifications
of the ladle supporting structure. This will give the precise net weight of the molten metal in the ladle.
Weighing accuracy ± 0.5 % of full scale.

Knowing the precise net weight of each ladle will allow

l Supervise and control the whole steel making process
l Efficiently calculate the amount of scrap and alloys to be used
l Reduce spillage during the filling and pouring process

Typical Applications
l Ladle Turrets
l Ladle Ferries
l Fixed Mount Ladle Supports

Benefits
l Compact design
l Simple installation
l Suitable for harsh environment
l Maintenance free

SWC-32 + SWD-32 for Laddle Weighing System

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SWC-32 Weighing Controller

SWC-32 weighing Controllers

are for use on industrial
environments for several
applications.
Static Weighing, Dynamic
Weighing, Dosing System,
Loss In Weight and for other
custom applications.

Systems are made by SWC-32 central control unit, that reads load cell signal & if necessary speed signal
from a tachometric genetator. A set of analog & digital inputs and outputs allows data exchange between
SWC-32 & field.

An operator interface panel SWD-32 can be connected for configuration & display purposes.
Expansion modules SLCI,SPBA-32, & MOD-32 can be added, the first one is for reading another load cell
input, the second one is for profibus DP communication with PLC/DCS and the third one is for modbus
communication with PLC/DCS.

The basic modular system is available in the following standard configuration

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Hardware Features : SWC-32 Microprocessor Unit

Power Supply 24 V DC, Consumption 5 VA

CPU RISC 32 bit

Clock 80 MHz

Memory Flash 2 MB, RAM 4 MB

Load Cell Input One, 24 bit Sigma-Delta ADC

Analog Input Two (0-10V), Two (4-20 mA), 12 bit

Analog Output Three (0-10V or 4-20mA Selectable), 12 bit

Digital Input Eight (24V DC, opto isolated)*

Digital Output Eight (max 1A, opto isolated)*

Communication Ports Two numbers RS232 port for external link

One AUX Port for operator panel
One Service Port for Firmware

Expansion Modules Expansion modules for Second Load Cell,Frequency,

MODBUS, Profibus DP, CAN Bus are available

Environmental Conditions Operating Temp. : 0 to +50 Deg. C

Storage Temp. : -40 to +70 Deg. C
Operating Humidity : 0 to 95% of relative humidity

Frequency Input 80 KHz @ 5V DC

*Four nos. for Belt Scale & Solid Flow Meter

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Connection Diagram

Supply - Auxiliary Power Supply (CN1) (the equipment must be suitably earthed)

24V DC

Aux Port - Auxiliary Serial Communication Port (CN 19)

Connector type D - female nine-pin connector

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SWD-32 Operator Terminal
The operator terminal is very user friendly, with
text messh 4 lines 20 character LCD display &
10 functionage in simple english language. It is
equipped wital keys, which have different
operation with respect to different operative
modes.
The operator terminal actively guides through
the various modes, well structured pages &
operator menu and assists in parameter
setting, visualization, calibration, fault
indication & trouble shooting.

General Info
Page

Operator Parameters Calibration ADC

Menu Menu Menu Calibration

Zero Calibration ADC Calibration

1st Page Belt Feeder Main Bridge Main Bridge
Full Page Calibration ADC Calibration
2nd Page Vibrator Main Bridge Secondary Bridge
Din. Zero Calibration
3rd Page Secondary Drive Main Bridge
Din. F.S. Calibration
4th Page Main Drive PID Main Bridge

Secondary Drive PID Integration Test

Input and Output
Parameters Forces ? Max Speed Test
Input and Output Zero Calibration
Display Digital Inputs Secondary Bridge
Calibration Full Scale Calibration
Parameters Digital Outputs Secondary Bridge

Display Test Analog Inputs

Profibus DP Analog Outputs

Digital Inputs
Digital Outputs
Analog Inputs
Analog Outputs

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High Precession Digital Weighing Indicator – CP 200
CP-200 digital weighing indicators are suitable for use in harsh industrial environment for various static
weighing & batching applications.

Features
l Appropriate for weight and measurement system
l 24 bit Sigma-Delta A/D converter for high accuracy
l Simple full digital calibration
l Simulative (mV/V memory) or live load calibration
l 3 Set point relay output
l Hold, peak hold and auto zero
l Optional analog output

Technical Specification
Analog Input & A/D Conversion:

Analog Signal Input Range 0 mV ~ ±20 mV

Non-Linearity 0.01% F.S. max

Max. Display Resolution 1/20,000

Min. Input Sensitivity 0.5μV/Digit (min.)

Temperature Drift Zero: ±0.1 μV/oC max.

DC 5V ±5%, 60mA
Load Cell Excitation Voltage
Up to 4 x 350 ohm load cells

Input Noise ±0.3 μV p.p or less

Input Impedance 10 MΩ (Min.)

A/D Converter 24 bit Sigma-Delta ADC

A/D Internal Resolution Approximately 2000,000 counts

A/D Sampling Speed 50 times/sec

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High Precession Digital Weighing Indicator – CP 200

Technical

Power Supply 24 V DC

Data Memory 10 year

Operation temperature -10 °C ~ + 50 °C

Humidity 85% RH max.

Overall dimensions 96(W) x 48(H) x 136(D)

Weight 200 g

Digital Part

Display 7 Segment LED, 5-Digits, 14.1 mm Height

Display Below Zero “-” minus signal

Display speed 50 times/sec ~ 1 times/sec

Additional symbols Hold, Zero, Stable,Relay point(LO, OK, HI)

Decimal Point Auto

Option

Standard Relay 3 CH Output

Optional Analog Output : DC 4 ~ 20mA

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Data Acquisition Systems (DAS-32)

DAS-32 Data Acquisition Systems read

the mV signal from the load cells and
frequency from speed sensors (if
applicable) and convert it to its equivalent
digital output (in case of Profibus DP
Communication) or equivalent analog 4-
20 mA output in a linear fashion. DAS-32D

The converted data along with two limit switch data (if applicable) are sent to the PLC/DCS through Profibus
network or analog 4-20 mA output.

A local Electronic Control Panel (CP-100)

can be connected to the DAS-32D/DAS-
32DH for local display of the process values
& receiving the local commands from the
field. The command received by the CP-
100 will go to PLC/DCS connected with the
system through Profibus DP network.

The basic modular system is available in the following standard configuration

Module Communication Input(s) Applications

DAS-32D Profibus DP 2- Load Cells Dynamic Weighing Systems

2- Speed Sensors like Weigh Feeder, Belt Scale
2- Limit Switchs etc.

DAS-32A 4-20 mA analog 1- Load Cell Dynamic Weighing Systems

1- Speed Sensor like Weigh Feeder, Belt Scale
etc.

DAS-32DH Profibus DP 1- Load Cell Static Weighing Systems, BIN

Level Measuring, Batching,
Hopper Weighing Systems

DAS-32AH 4-20 mA analog 1- Load Cell Static Weighing Systems, BIN

Level Measuring, Batching,
Hopper Weighing Systems

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Features

l Power Supply : 24 VDC, 1.5A.

l Data Aquisition system with load cell(s), speed sensor(s) & limit switch input.
Output goes to PLC/DCS through Profibus DP or 4-20mA analog output.

l 32 bit processor based design for higher resolution and accuracy.

l Uses high precision instrumentation Amplifier.

l Zero signal distortion during transmission.

l Compatible with strain gauge transducers, with a maximum bridge resistance of 350 Ω.

l Accepts 0-20mV input from transducers.

l Accepts 5Hz~80KHz @5V input from speed scensor.

l Auto baud rate detection for Profibus communication.

l Maximum communication speed upto 12 Mbps.

l Station ID ranges from 2 to 125.

l Parallel Redundancy.

l Local Electric Control Panel CP-100 (Optional).

l GSD file included for PLC/DCS.

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Connection Diagram

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Control Panel – CP 100

CP 100 local control panel with digital display unit is used in conjunction with DAS32D & DAS32DH for local
control & display. Any two parameters can be displayed simultaneously in CP 100 and the same can be
used for local operation of the weighfeeder.

Hardware Features

Power Supply 24 V DC

CPU RISC 32 Bit

Clock 80 MHz

Flash Memory 512K x 16 bit

Display 7 segment LED 4 digits, 2 line, 14.1 mm height

Analog Input One (0 – 5 V DC),12 bit

Digital Input Four (24V DC, opto isolated)

Two nos. RS232 Port for External Link

Communication Ports One AUX Port for Operator Panel
One Service port for Firmware
Operating Temp : 0 - +50 Deg C
Environment Conditions Storage Temp : - 40 to +70 Deg C
Operating Humidity : 0 to 95% of relative humidity

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Tachometers

The Tachometers are used for speed

sensing applications. It is used for
measuring the belt speed. The tachometer
is usually attached with the saft of the
motor & its output is sampled & multiplied
with a correction factor to determine the
belt speed.

The system is available in the following standard configuration :

Module Pulse Per Revoluation Part No. Diameter of the shaft (mm).
Tachometer 36 OPG-15D-36 15
Tachometer 1024 OPG-15D-1024 15

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 SUBTLEWEIGH ELECTRIC (INDIA) PVT. LTD.
Corporate Office & Factory Address :
Beraberi, Shikherbagan,
Sir Ramesh Mitra Road,
P.S. : Airport, P.O. : R-Gopalpur,
Kolkata : 700136.
West Bengal. India.

Phone Nos :
+ 91 (033) 6450-2112 / 2573-7167
Fax No :
+ 91 (033) 033 25735653
E-mail :
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