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Loadcells, Force Sensors and Torque Sensors
News Release from: PCB Piezotronics | Subject: In-process force measurement system
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 10 April 2007
Force measurement system is easy for
retrofit
In-process force measurement system includes peak hold feature to allow older PLC systems to stay in synch with high-speed production cycles.
Retrofitting old machines for in-process force measurement can present many challenges Some of these include sensor integration, and high production cycle rates
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 10 Apr 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Sometimes the existing sensing system or PLC just cannot respond fast enough for reliable performance.
PCB Piezotronics has developed an effective solution for these applications with its new in-process force measurement system, which consists of a Series M240 ICP strain sensor and Model 410A01 ICP signal conditioner, featuring peak hold.
The peak hold feature of the in-process measurement system allows older PLC systems to stay in synch with high-speed production cycles.
The Model 410A01 ICP signal conditioner captures and holds the peak reading until a PLC can scan for the value.
A simple solid-state relay resets peak hold value, ensuring high reliability force measurement for fast machine cycles.
The simple force measurement solution is intended for use in a wide range of process monitoring and control applications.
The system comprised of a bolt on sensor and DIN-rail-mounted module can be installed and running in a matter of minutes.
Its high-resolution analogue output (0-5V DC) can be directly correlated to units of force.
This system is ideally suited for monitoring and verifying stamping, crimping, press fit, riveting or other assembly force fabrication applications, including material presence and misalignment.
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