Part counters
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AUTO2-counter
The AUTO2-counter works just like the previously described order size and tool life counters. It
counts all parts made while the unit runs in AUTO2 mode. This is in addition to the counts taken by
the order and tool counters. The AUTO2 counter is typically used to count production and /or to limit
running time for unattended shifts.
Batching counter
The batching counter is designed to control the function of an external batching unit. Such units are
used to distribute the produced parts into several, consecutive containers. After a preset number of
parts, the SK system will give out a pulse (standard pulse length is 1.5 sec) which is used to switch
the batching unit to the next fresh container. When all available containers are filled, the MOTOR-
STOP relay is fired to switch the machine off. The display indicates how many containers are filled
already, and to what percentage the current container is filled. The remaining run time shows how
much time is needed to fill all containers.
Touch the ‘Preset’ box directly or the C-key on the numeric pad switches into entry mode ("preset"
box color changes to blue). Enter your desired quantity per container and confirm with the E-key.
Then enter the number of containers available on your batching unit (up to 15 possible). Confirm
again with the E-key.
If you set the number of containers to "0" a batching pulse is given continuously after every filled
container without stopping the machine at any number of filled containers.
The batching function is switched off when both, the preset quantity and the number of containers,
are set to "0".
These 2 green containers
are already full.
The 5 white containers
are still empty.
The currently loading
container (number 3)
is 23 % filled.
This example has
a batching unit
with a capacity
of 8 containers
at 1000 parts each
SK 7
V5.2 E 10/04
SK7-22
