K-Tron Feeder Control Module (KCM) Integrates Control And Motor Drive Functions Directly On The Feeder

The K-Tron feeder Control Module (KCM) integrates the control and motor drive modules directly on the feeder, with an option for remote mounting for special industrial environments. The KCM is available with integrated operator interface keypad display or as a "blind" cover with status display. It can also be used with all three remote K-Tron operator interface choices: KSU II for one feeder at a time, K-Vision for up to 16 feeders in one line and KSC Smart Commander, a PC based interface for up to 30 feeders in multiple process lines.

The KCM can function as either a volumetric or gravimetric feeder controller, supports all K-Tron feeders that are equipped with SFT II or SFT III load cells and can control volumetric feeders, loss-in-weight feeders, weigh belt feeders, Smart Flow Meters and PID applications. Units can be interfaced with DC motors, stepper motors, vibratory drives or AC motors.

The KCM readily connects directly to virtually any plant PLC and comes with standard "built-in" configuration files to allow for quick and easy feeder start up. The feeder controller also incorporates screw speed modulation, a unique algorithm that can improve the short-term feeder accuracy on single screw feeders by up to a factor of two.

The KCM meets IP 65/ NEMA 4 standards and is suitable for use in hazardous area zone ATEX 3D or NEC Class II Div II. It offers 100:1 speed turndown, except when used with AC motor drive.

For more information, contact the K-Tron Process Group, Routes 55 and 553, Pitman, NJ 08071. Phone +1 856-589-0500. Fax +1 856-589-8113. Send e-mail to info@ktron.com, or visit K-Tron's Web site at www.ktron.com.

Source: K-Tron