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Model 260 Series Weigh Belt Weighers/Feeders

Basic Functional Diagram
[Typical Model 260(F) Weigh Belt Weigh Feeder]

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1. Weigh belt weigh feeder
2. Product storage supply
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3. Variable speed gearmotor drive
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4. Digital belt speed sensor
5. Weigh idlers 4
6. Weighing mechanism with
Ratiometric Digital Weight
Resolver (weight sensor).
7. Weighed output

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NOTE: When the Model 260 is used
as a weigher, the variable
speed belt drive is replaced
by a constant speed drive. Variable Multiprocessor
Speed
Controller Weigh Feeder
Controller

Specifications/Features

• Three standard belt widths having the following maximum output • A heavy-duty gearmotor drive (hollow-shaft) attaches directly
capacities are available: to the shaft of the head pulley. The motor is totally enclosed.
– 24" Belt – 2800 cubic feet per hour • A high resolution digital tachometer, directly coupled to the tail
– 30" Belt – 5200 cubic feet per hour pulley, precisely measures actual belt speed and will also detect
– 36" Belt – 7100 cubic feet per hour belt breakage/slippage.
• Feed range is 20:1 from the maximum designed output capaci- • Unaffected by typical in-plant vibrations and temperature varia-
ty of the specific Model 260. tions.
• A rugged, counterbalanced weighing mechanism located above • The weigh feeder is operated by a latest state-of-the-art multi-
the weigh belt – away from the product metering zone and dust processor controller, totally adjustment-free.
– easily accessible, totally enclosed and adjustment-free. This
precision weighing system ensures optimum weight sensing by • The standard Model 260 Series of Weigh Belt Weighers and
only measuring vertical force (weight) via a unique dual-idler Feeders will operate over an ambient temperature range of -10
weighing mechanism (weighbridge). to 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Weight is sensed by Acrison’s Ratiometric Digital Weight • Rugged-duty construction for durability, longevity and minimal
Resolver which produces an extremely accurate, unamplified maintenance requirements.
digital output signal directly proportional-to-weight. • Optionally available with an Automatic Belt Tracking System.
• Equipped with a heavy-duty, multi-ply reinforced belt, vulcan- • Optionally available for operation in hazardous environments
ized endless and designed for long life. (e.g., explosion proof construction).
• Equipped with heavy-duty belt pulleys designed that provide • Optionally available with all stainless steel construction (exclud-
reliable belt tracking and positive traction. ing motors, gear-reducers, bearings, etc.).
• Equipped with multi-stage alarms to indicate belt mis-tracking. • Optionally available with a dust collection hopper located
• Belt scrapers ensure a clean belt both on the top and underside beneath the main structure of the Model 260, including a prod-
surfaces. uct take-away screw conveyor (scavenger screw).
• Designed for easy belt replacement. NOTE: For dimensional information, please contact Acrison.
• Support idlers beneath the belt maintain smooth belt operation,
ensure optimum weight sensing, and enhance belt life.The idlers
include permanently lubricated, sealed (free-wheeling), ball bear-
ings that provide many years of trouble-free operation.

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