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- Page 1 MC-12 User Manual 1.05.UK.01 Software version V1.05 Manual revision Date September 2009 Movacolor B.V • Koperslagersstraat 31• 8601 WL Sneek • The Netherlands Internet: www.movacolor.com • Email: info@movacolor.com + 31 (0) 515 570020 + 31 (0) 515 570021...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
2.1 Safety ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4 2.2 Certification ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 4 2.3 Operating environmental conditions _________________________________________________________________________ 4 3. Overview Dosing unit ______________________________________________________________________________________ 5 3.1 MC-12 Components overview. _____________________________________________________________________________ 5 3.2 Motor and dosing system. _________________________________________________________________________________ 5 3.3 Neckpiece_____________________________________________________________________________________________ 6 4. Metering principle _________________________________________________________________________________________ 7 5. -
Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Movacolor metering device. This manual is addressed to operators and qualified technicians taking care of the metering of dry additives to ensure correct use of the Movacolor dosing unit. IMPORTANT NOTE: THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ BEFORE INSTALLING THE DOSING UNIT. -
Page 5: General Information
Any use that does not conform to the instructions is considered improper and as such releases the manufacturer from any liability in regard to damage to things and/or persons. Always switch off the Movacolor control cabinet and disconnect from electrical power before performing maintenance. -
Page 6: Overview Dosing Unit
3. Overview Dosing unit 3.1 MC-12 Components overview. Hopper 6ltr Standard NST40 Neckpiece Dosing system (Dosing cylinder) Stepper Motor Slide valve (closed) Slide valve (open) MC-12 Controller 3.2 Motor and dosing system. There are mainly two dosing systems, the dosing cylinder and the feed screw. -
Page 7: Neckpiece
3.3 Neckpiece The NST40-Neckpiece is the standard neckpiece for the MC-12 . The window of the NST40 neckpiece can be dismounted for easy cleaning. Together with the window the insert is taken out. Easy cleaning Take out the window in a 45° angle. -
Page 8: Metering Principle
The Dosing Cylinder® of Movacolor combined with a very precise adjustable stepping motor ensures that the additive output is accurate and regular. For every particular application Movacolor provides different neckpieces but the most common mounting of the neckpiece is between the production machine and the hopper. -
Page 9: Dosing Systems / Capacities
5. Dosing systems / Capacities Depending on the application a different dosing system might be needed. Use the following table to determine roughly the best system for the application. For more detailed information please contact your agent or Movacolor. Dosing system Granular... - Page 10 The term Micro/Mini Granules also includes free flowing powder. < ø2,5 mm L < 3 mm * Ø * For other sizes contact Movacolor. The actual capacity of the dosing system depends on: The volume weight of the material (bulk density) •...
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Page 11: Installation
Movacolor cannot be hold liable for any damage during transport. 6.2 Receipt Check the unit thoroughly upon receipt. Pass any remarks to the local agent or Movacolor within 8 days upon receipt of goods. 6.3 Mechanical Installation 1. -
Page 12: Changing From Dosing Cylinder To Feed Screw
6.4 Changing from Dosing cylinder to Feed screw In relation to the maximum capacity of the dosing cylinder it might be necessary to change from dosing cylinder to feed screw. As distinction from the dosing cylinder the feed screw system is consisting of a rotating screw in a non-rotating tube. -
Page 13: Electrical Connections
6.5 Electrical Connections The MC-12 needs an input signal from the production machine in order to operate. Two different input signals can be used to control the MC-12. 1. A potential free relay contact. Use the white and brown wire for the potential free contact. -
Page 14: Operation
7. Operation 7.1 The Interface Input LED Input LED is lighted when input signal is made. Increase / Decrease value Alarm LED Set dosing speed Enter value [RPM] Run test Set dosing time [sec.] Start unit - Start LED blinking: Stop unit Motor Standby / waiting on start signal. -
Page 15: Start Up
7.3 Start up The MC-12 software version is displayed shortly when the unit is switched on followed by the configuration mode (con). Configuration Type of Production Input signal Injection Molding Timer Extrusion Relay When the MC-12 is set to configuration 2, the time function key is deactivated. -
Page 16: Production (Motor On/Off)
7.6 Production (Motor On/Off) Press to start production. The function active LED will start blinking when the unit is waiting for an input signal. The unit is dosing if the Start LED is lighted continuously. 7.7 Test (Material output), can only be used when unit is stopped Test procedure to determine output of dosing system: Place dosing unit horizontally leveled (water level surface). -
Page 17: System Performance
8. System performance The following variables may influence the accuracy and repeatability of the system: 1. Material properties. Easy flowing, non-sticky and non-static material that comes in the form of small regular shaped granules or powder can be dosed very accurate and regular. 2. -
Page 18: Appendix A: Mc-12 Wiring Diagram
APPENDIX A: MC-12 Wiring Diagram Input (start) signal Motor = Yellow = Brown = White Potential free contact Potential contact [Min 18VDC to Max.24VDC] Coil 1 Coil 2 Internal wires Main power switch Power Supply To open the control cabinet... -
Page 19: Appendix B: Mc-12 Technical Specifications
APPENDIX B: MC-12 Technical Specifications Controls: Speed: Manual setting from 0,1 to 200 RPM max, in increments of 0.1 RPM. Time: Manual settings from 0,1 to 999,9 sec in increments of 0,1 sec. Monitoring/System Information/External communication 4-piece 7 segments LED at front display. -
Page 20: Appendix C: Mc-12 General Dimensions
APPENDIX C: MC-12 General dimensions General dimensions MC-12 + NST40 neckpiece... -
Page 21: Appendix D: Mc-12 Declaration Of Conformity
APPENDIX D: MC-12 Declaration of Conformity DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (According to 98/37/EC, Annex 1) Manufacturer’s name MOVACOLOR BV Address P.O. Box 3016 8600 DA Sneek The Netherlands Declare under our sole responsibility that the product: Name Movacolor Model MC-12 Year 200…..
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CHANGE ROTATION OF MOTOR
The rotation of the motor for Movacolor MC-12 can be changed by adjusting the speed setting. Speed represents the rotation of the dosing system in RPM and can be set between 0.1 to 200 RPM. This adjustment is done through the interface in the speed and timer settings.
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