The module enables to store pieces according to the type of material of their composition. Pieces are conveyed by a carriage shifting linearly along an axis and stopping to fill the chutes according to the tests carried out in the previous stations. A cylinder will throw the piece from the carriage into the assigned chute. The condition of full chute, as well as the position of the carriage is identified by some optical sensors. The module is wholly assembled on a structure of aluminium profile that can easily be moved inside a laboratory. The complete control of the module is
carried out by a PLC (optional) linked to the system through an I/O interface box. The PLC programming software allows the development of a wide set of automation experiences with the module, working in an integrated cycle or in a stand alone mode. Finally, the module supervision is carried out with the software.
TRAINING PROGRAM:
The training program that can be developed with the module, includes:
• Principles of electro-pneumatics
• Study of piece storing methods
• Operation of the electrovalves
• Operation of the “REED” sensors
• Operation of a motor of 24 Vdc
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Modular unit assembled on a aluminium section bar structure. It includes I/O interface box with:
• Ø = 2 mm terminals
• Cable with 25-pole D-SUB plug connector
Besides performing the function of control board for the module, this interface box also enables the students to carry
out electrical measurements on the components of the module. The control of the module is possible through the follow PLC training panels (not supplied):
• PLC training panels: manages the module through Ø = 2 mm terminals. In case one of these two panels is used, a 24 Vdc power supply is already mounted on board.
Sensors and actuators:
• 1 U-type optical sensor
• 2 REED sensors
• 2 Micro-switch
• 1 5/2 monostable electrovalve
• 1 DC motor 24 Vdc
Station inputs and outputs:
• 6 Digital inputs
• 3 Digital outputs
