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3. Scope of supply / system solutions
4. Technical data / Information
5. Additional information
4.5 Safety functions
The sintering unit has the following safety and monitoring features:
1. Temperature sensor monitoring
2. Power supply failure protection
3. Obstruction sensor
4. Temperature protection switch
5. Automatic temperature calibration
Temperature sensor monitoring
Temperature sensor monitoring detects failure of the temperature probe in the sintering chamber. If a failure of the temperature
sensor has been detected, the sintering chamber is prevented from heating up and an error message is displayed.
Power supply failure protection
The instrument is equipped with power supply failure protection. This element prevents firing programs from aborting in the
event of a short-term power failure. If the power failure time lasts less than 2 minutes, the current program will continue to run
even though the display will remain out of service for the duration of the power failure. The current program is aborted if power
is interrupted for more than 2 minutes. An error message is displayed once power is restored.
Obstruction sensor
The vertical movement of the lift plate is controlled by computer. Any trapped objects are detected and the drive is switched off,
if necessary. This prevents injuries caused by pinching. The system may still be operated without any restrictions after the drive
is switched off.
Temperature protection switch
The temperature protection switches are built into the housing of the sintering unit and prevent overheating of the sintering
unit in case of malfunction of the heating control by switching off the heating. An error message is displayed if this type of
malfunction occurs. The sintering system may not be used again until the system cools down. This can take some time.
Automatic temperature calibration
The temperature is automatically calibrated each time the unit is switched on.
This temperature calibration takes into consideration and corrects all deviations occurring in the electronic components for
temperature measurement and temperature control. This ensures a constant temperature of ± 1°C, even if the unit remains in
continuous operation for a long period.
ADDITIONAL INFORMA
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TECHNICAL DA
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SCOPE OF SUPPL
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FIRST USE
THE MODULAR SYSTEM
