PREFACE
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1. PREFACE
1.1. FEATURES
The CS-BRT20 Belt Rip and Tear Detector provides a highly effective means of
detecting belt Rip and Tear conditions on conveyor belts. The unit is equipped with a
photoelectric beam that passes underneath the conveyor belt. When the beam is
broken by torn belt sections, the unit operates and issues a trip command.
The units are ideally placed after both load and offload points on a conveyor belt to
ensure early detection close to the most likely damage points. Effective placement
has proven to detect most rip/tear conditions and significantly reduce the length of
damaged belt.
The CS-BRT20 unit is designed operate from either AC (110V or 220V option) or DC
(24VDC) power. Comprehensive internal and component diagnostics are integrated
into the unit to ensure ongoing reliable operations. These diagnostics include
validation of the photoelectric beam functioning as well as an anti-sabotage feature
which prevents the reset button from being permanently engaged/forced. The status
of the unit can be monitored via communications or alternately via a hardwired output
on the unit.
The Belt Rip and Tear Detectors can be easily integrated into control systems via
EtherNet/IP, Modbus-TCP or alternately via hardwiring.
The units are housed in robust polycarbonate housings to ensure maximum resilience
in the harsh and normally damp conditions around conveyor belting. Each unit consist
of two sensor housings, one positioned on either side of the belt and one control unit.
The housings have an ingress protection of IP66 and an IK10 impact rating (Equivalent
to impact of 5kg mass dropped from 400 mm above impacted surface).
