Afag IRG 1-S User manual

Controller
IRG 1-S
Translation of operating and installation instructions
Copyright by Afag GmbH

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This operation instruction applies to:
Type
Order number
Controller IRG 1-S
230 V / 50 Hz
50360105
115 V / 60 Hz
50360106
Version of Documentation: BA_IRG1-S_R02.1_EN.docx
Release: R02.1
Date: 04/03/2020
Effective from: A-91087

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Table of contents:
1Safety instructions............................................................................................ 4
1.1 Notes on symbols and instructions ........................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Basic safety information ........................................................................................................................ 5
1.3 Specified use .......................................................................................................................................... 5
2Description of the device.................................................................................. 6
2.1 General .................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Technical data ....................................................................................................................................... 7
3Assembly instructions...................................................................................... 9
3.1 Installing the unit................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Connection possibilities ......................................................................................................................... 9
4Operating instructions.................................................................................... 11
4.1 Internal Trimmers ................................................................................................................................ 12
4.2 Setpoint source .................................................................................................................................... 12
4.3 Half- and full wave............................................................................................................................... 12
4.4 Soft start .............................................................................................................................................. 12
4.5 Invert enable:....................................................................................................................................... 12
5Maintenance instructions ............................................................................... 12
5.1 Replacing the fuse ............................................................................................................................... 12
5.2 Troubleshooting and fault repair......................................................................................................... 13
6Accessories..................................................................................................... 13
6.1 Fixture.................................................................................................................................................. 13
6.2 Address for orders................................................................................................................................ 14
7Disposal ........................................................................................................... 14

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1Safety instructions
1.1 Notes on symbols and instructions
Symbols: Assembly and commissioning must be carried out by qualified per-
sonnel only and according to these operating instructions.
Please observe the meaning of the following symbols and notes. They are grouped
into risk levels and classified according to ISO 3864-2.
DANGER
Indicates an immediate threatening danger.
Non-compliance with this information can result in death or seri-
ous personal injuries (invalidity).
WARNING
Indicates a possible dangerous situation.
Non-compliance with this information can result in death or seri-
ous personal injuries (invalidity).
CAUTION
Indicates a possibly dangerous situation.
Non-compliance with this information can result in damage to
property or light to medium personal injuries.
NOTE
Indicates general notes, useful operator tips and operating rec-
ommendations which don’t affect safety and health of the person-
nel.

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1.2 Basic safety information
This description contains the necessary information for the correct application of the
product described below. It is intended for use by technically qualified personnel.
Qualified personnel are persons who, because of their training, experience and posi-
tion as well as their knowledge of appropriate standards, regulations, health and
safety requirements and working conditions, are authorised to be responsible for the
safety of the equipment, at all times, whilst carrying out their normal duties and are
therefore aware of, and can report, possible hazards (Definition of qualified employ-
ees according to IEC 364).
DANGER
Hazardous Voltage! Failure to observe can kill, cause serious in-
jury or damage.
•Isolate from mains before installation or dismantling work, as well as for fuse
changes or post installation modifications.
•Observe the prescribed accident prevention and safety rules for the specific
application.
•Before putting into operation check if the rated voltage for the unit conforms
with the local supply voltage.
•Emergency stop devices must be provided for all applications. Operation of
the emergency stop must inhibit any further uncontrolled operation.
•Electrical connections must be covered.
•The earth connection must be checked for correct function, after installation.
1.3 Specified use
The units described herein are electrical controllers for installation in industrial plants.
They are designed for power adjustment on vibratory feed equipment.
NOTE
Any other use is inappropriate and will result in the warranty be-
coming null and void.
See also our General Terms of Business.

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2Description of the device
2.1 General
Electronic controller IRG1-S for the infinitely variable regulation of magnetically driven
vibratory bowl, linear or hopper feeders.
The units operate using the phase-angle control principle to provide a variable output
voltage for the drive magnet. Feeder throughput is adjusted with a potentiometer fit-
ted in the front plate. The control range of the potentiometer can be scaled by using
internal trimmers Umin / Umax so that adjustment is linear from 0...100 %. The control-
ler can be used with vibratory feeders that have a tuned frequency of 6000 vibs/min
(7200 vibs/min) or 3000 vibs/min (3600 vibs/min) (also referred to as full and half-
wave). The running frequency can be selected by setting an internal switch (see set-
tings). An adjustable soft-start timer is provided to ensure that the feeder starts up
smoothly when the mains supply is switched on or the control input is enabled.
The controller can be enabled with a 24 Vdc signal from a PLC, for example (control-
ler runs when signal voltage is applied).
Supply voltage variations are eliminated by an internal compensation circuit so that a
constant feeder throughput is always maintained.
NOTE
Miniature magnets can also be operated safely at the IRG 1-S con-
troller!
CAUTION
In the case of applications that require the oscillation conveyor to
be switched ON and OFF constantly (e.g. dust switching, hopper
control system, etc.), the prescribed controller input must be
used. If the load circuit is disconnected with a switch or a relay
the controller may be damaged.
If the controller is switched on, never insert or remove the plug at
the vibration conveyor being operated. This can damage the ap-
pliance.

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NOTE
Repair work must be carried out by qualified personnel only. We
recommend that repairs are carried out on our premises.
2.2 Technical data
Figure 1: IRG 1-S
Fixing dimensions: 163 x 52 mm

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Table 1: Technical data
Type
Units
IRG 1-S
Operating voltage
[VAC]
230 10%
115 / ± 10%
Operating frequency
[Hz]
50 / 60
Oscillation frequency
(Full- / half-wave)
[Hz]
50 / 100 with 50 Hz supply frequency
60 / 120 with 60 Hz supply frequency
Output voltage
[VAC]
40 - 220
20 –105
Output current
[A]
0 - 6
Type of protection
IP
IP54
Fuses
---
1 x 6,3 A
Mains connector
---
2m with moulded Schuko angle plug
Connector to conveyor
---
2m cable 3 x 1 mm² with Hirschmann con-
nector STAK 20
Dimensions (l x d x h) ca.
[mm]
175 x 80 x 60
Control input
(Optocoupler input)
---
Contact
or
+24 V DC external voltage
Soft start
[s]
0 - 4
Environmental conditions for
operation: Temperature range
[°C]
0 to +45

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3Assembly instructions
3.1 Installing the unit
There are two holes on the underside for mounting the controller. The holes are sep-
arated from the interior of the housing. (See Figure 1)
3.2 Connection possibilities
Type 230V/50Hz
Figure 2: Connection possibilities

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Type 115V/60Hz
CAUTION
Jumpers may only be inserted for the respective application, oth-
erwise this may lead to a malfunction of or damage to the p.c.b.