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PROBES
The DS60A operates with several different Prime magnetic probes including Models
PM4, PM10, and PM15. All probes are potted and completely sealed. The probes do
not respond to small amounts of fine metal filings, oil or dirt.
Probe Model
Min thickness
Max thickness
Probe Diameter
PM4
.04 mm (.0015”)
.40 mm (.015”)
18 mm (0.70”)
PM10
.10 mm (.004”)
1.0 mm (.040”)
30 mm (1.18”)
PM15
.15 mm (.006”)
1.5 mm (.060”)
36 mm (1.42”)
INSTALLATION
Installation of the individual components of the DS 60A system is covered in the
following paragraphs:
DS60A Control Module
The control module is designed to mount with a simple bracket where convenient
between the probe and a higher level controller such as a PLC. Avoid mounting
locations with excessive heat and vibration.
Probes
The probe must be mounted so that the sheet is in contact with the probe face as it
passes. The face of the probe is made of magnetic material and will last for many years
of operation.
The Model DS60A Double Sheet Detector can operate with no contact between the
sheet material and the probe if the gap is kept very small and is held constant. A
constant gap is very important since a small change in gap causes significant change in
the sensor signal. If the system is to be operated with a gap between the probe and the
sheet material, the unit must be calibrated after the gap is established. If the gap is too
large, the unit will not calibrate.
Electrical Wiring
The connection between the probe and the DS60A Controller requires a Prime Controls
adapter cable model CBL110-X where X indicates length.
Power to the controller and the outputs from the controller connect through an industry
standard male, four-pin “Micro” style connector. For this connection use Prime Controls
cable CBL104-3.
