Posted to News on 19th Feb 2009, 10:21
A new, compact, medium-resolution belt speed sensor from the Siemens Industry Automation Division is suitable for any industrial application with belt-driven conveyor pulleys, for example in primary industry. The lightweight yet durable Sitrans WS100 is suitable for applications from -40 to +110degC (-40 to 164 degrees Fahrenheit). Typical applications include the mineral processing industry, in particular quarries or cement plants, with belt speeds of up to 2m per second (392 feet per minute). The new sensor monitors the belt speed for input to an integrator, which calculates flow rate, total weight, belt load, and speed of bulk materials. Sitrans WS100 can be combined with a Milltronics BW100 or BW500 integrator or Siwarex FTC PLC module, and a Milltronics belt scale for a complete weighing system.
Sitrans WS100 offers ease of installation through magnetic mounting - no modifications needed. The magnetic holding force is up to 68kg (150 pounds). Constructed of polypropylene with type 304 (1.4301) stainless steel sensor mount and cover, Sitrans WS100 includes corrosion-resistant components that are robust and virtually maintenance free. Additionally, the rotating targets are fully sealed ensuring safe operation. Sitrans WS100 is available in standard and Intrinsically Safe (IS) versions and is Nema 4/IP65 rated.
For more information go to www.siemens.com/continuous-weighing.
Siemens Industry Automation & Drive Technologies
Sir William Siemens House
Princess Road
M20 2UR
UNITED KINGDOM
44 161 446 5000
