Rodix FEEDER CUBE FC-41-480 Series Setup guide

File No. E183233
Model FC-41-480-W
P/N 121-000-1122
Circuit Board P/N 24-212
Input: 480 VAC, 50/60 HZ.
(Operating range 270-500 VAC)
Single Unit Fuse Size: 30 AMPS Maximum
Output: 0-480 VAC, 0.1 - 20 AMPS
NEMA 4 enclosure
© 2013, 2016 RODIX INC.
1. SELECT THE PULSE SETTING
Match the control’s pulse mode tothefeeder’stuning:
A. For 60 pulse output - Set DIP switch (S1) to 60
on the circuit card.
B. For 30 pulse settings, see the “S1 Programming
Chart.”
2. LIMITING THE MAXIMUM
OUTPUT OF CONTROL
The MAX output trimpot can be adjusted to limit the
maximum vibration level of the vibratory feeder when
the Main Control Dial is fully turned up. When setting
up the MAX output of the feeder control, the output
wiring to feedermust be connected. TheRun Jumper
must be connected as shown on thewiring diagram or
on the ON/OFF Control Guide.
A. Power input should be OFF or disconnected.
B. Open cover to allow access to circuit card.
C. Adjust the MAX Output trimpot counter-clockwise
to its minimum setting.
D. Close the cover. Turn power ON (no output
should be present).
E. Rotate the MAIN CONTROL DIAL on front cover
clockwise to its highest setting.
F. Turn power OFF and adjust the MAX Output
trimpot up about 1/8 to a 1/4 turn. Close cover
and reapply power. Repeat step F until the
outputto thefeeder reachesits desiredmaximum
level.
3. SETTING THE MINIMUM
OUTPUT LEVEL OF CONTROL
When the vibratory feeder is nearly empty, turn the
MAIN CONTROL DIAL to “1” and adjust the MIN
trimpot to just below the slowest speed that provides
the proper vibration. The MIN trimpot should only be
adjusted while the disconnect switch is OFF. The
MINtrimpot also servesas the “lowspeed” trimpotfor
2-speed operation. See “S1 Programming Chart” for
feature selection details.
4. MAIN CONTROL DIAL
The output power is controlled by the MAIN
CONTROL DIAL. It is a logarithmic-tapered power
out curve (non-linear) that spreads the power broadly
across the MAIN CONTROL DIAL The logarithmic
taper power curve helps to give maximum "Fine
Control" over the output speed of the vibratory
feeder. When very precise adjustment of the
MAIN CONTROL DIAL is needed, increase the
MIN trimpot setting and/or decrease the MAX
trimpot setting.
5. SETTING THE SOFT-START
The start-up rate of the control output can be
adjusted to ramp up to the desired output level
instead of starting abruptly. Soft-start keeps parts
from falling off the tooling, reduces spring shock,
and hammering when the control turns ON. Turn
the SOFT Start trimpot clockwise for the gentlest
start (about a 6 sec. ramp up to full output). Turn
thetrimpot fully counter-clockwisefor no softstart.
6. REMOTE OFF/ON CONTROL
A Run Jumper has been installed at the factory as
shown on the enclosed wiring diagram.
Remote OFF/ON operation of the control can be
configured to operate in one of the following ways.
A. Alow current switch suchas apaddle switch
can replace the factory-installed Run Jumper
"J1."The "Run Contact"connects toterminals
6 and 7. The contact must be able to switch
5VDC and 2mA. The control will run only
when the contact is closed. Refer to Section
A of the OFF/ON CONTROL GUIDE.
B . Low Voltage DC can be used to turn the
control ON and OFF. Move jumper "J1" from
terminal 7, to terminal 5, (6 remains the
same). Then connect the positive signal (+10
to 30VDC @ 10mA) to terminal 12 and the
negative to terminal 11 of TB2. The control
will now turn ON when the DC signal is
present at terminals 11 and 12 of TB2. This
inputis opticallyisolated.RefertoSection Bof
the OFF/ON CONTROL GUIDE.
7. STATUS LEDs
When any of the inputs are active, the associated
LED will turn ON. When the RUN input conditions
are met, the RUN LED will turn ON. See section 6
and the wiring diagram’s ON/OFF Control Guide
for more information on how to satisfy the RUN
conditions.
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ADJUSTMENTS & SET UP
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8. REMOTE SPEED CONTROL
Remote control of the power level can be accomplished
by the following methods:
A. 4-20mA signal from a PLC can be used to remotely
vary the output of the control instead of the Main
Control Dial. The 4-20mA input is automatically in
control whenever a 4-20mA signal is applied to the
control (terminals TB2-8 & 9). The Main Control dial
setting is ignored whenever there is a 4-20mA signal.
The 4-20mA input is transformer isolated from the
power line. In an environment with high electrical
noise, use a shielded cable for the 4-20mA signal.
B. A 0-5VDC Analog input signal may be applied in
place of the Main Control Dial at H1. The 0-5VDC
input is transformer isolated from the power line.
9. LINE VOLTAGE COMPENSATION
Fluctuations in the line voltage can cause a vibrator to
vary its vibration. The line voltage compensation
feature adjusts the control's output to help compensate
for fluctuations in the supply voltage. Use the
accompanying chart to set the line voltage
compensation to match the line voltage. If it becomes
necessary to disable this feature, set to “no LVC” from
the S1 Line Voltage Chart. Note: Only the 575V circuit
board contains three identical transformers, the other
voltages are covered by a board with two transformers.
10. SUPPLEMENTARY FEATURES
Special supplementary software features can be
enabled on the 24-212 circuit boards. The features
include: 30 pulse low pulse rate, low amplitude, and two
speedpots. See the “S1 Programming Chart”. For more
feature information download (or request from RODIX)
the FC-41-480 Advanced Application Note.
TROUBLESHOOTING
For the control to run: The MAIN CONTROL DIAL
must be turned up or have over 4mA at the 4-20mA
input. Either the DIRECT LED must be lit or both the
INTERLOCK and EXT VOLTS LEDs must be on. To
light the DIRECT LED, connect aRun Jumperat TB2-
6 & TB2-7. To light the INTERLOCK LED, a Run
Jumper must connect TB2-5 to TB2-6. To illuminate
the EXT VOLTS LED, TB2-11 & 12 needs a 10-30
VDC signal. See the “FC-41-480 Troubleshooting
Guide” for more information.
WARNING:
Fuses should be replaced with Ferraz ATDR30
Class CC fuses or smaller amperage Ferraz ATMR
fuses. These are "Fast Acting" type fuses.
Mounting this control on a vibrating surface will
void the warranty.
WARRANTY
Rodix Control Products are Warranted to be free from
defects in material and workmanship under normal use
for a period of two years from date ofshipment. Forthe
full description of the warranty, terms, and software license,
please contact the factory.
For assistance installing or operating your Rodix Feeder
Cube® please call the factory or visit our web site.
Technical help is available to answer your questions and
email any needed information. To return a control for IN or
OUT of warranty service, please ship it prepaid to:
Rodix Inc., ATTN: Repair Department
If under warranty, Rodix will repair or replaceyour control at
no charge; If out of warranty, we will repair it and you will be
billed for the repair charges (Time and Material) plus the
return freight. Quotes for repairs are available upon
request. A brief note describing the symptoms helps our
technicians address the issue.
Feeder Cube® is a registered TM of Rodix Inc.
DIMENSIONS
RODIX, INC.
2316 23rd Ave., Rockford, IL 61104
Toll Free [phone], FAX [phone]
E-mail [email protected]
www.rodix.com
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S1 Line Voltage Chart
Line Voltage S1 Switch Positions
SW1 SW2 SW3
480 volts OFF OFF OFF
440 volts OFF OFF ON
415 volts OFF ON OFF
400 volts OFF ON ON
380 volts ON OFF OFF
277 volts ON OFF ON
575 volts ON ON OFF
no LVC ON ON ON
S1 Programming Chart
Program S1 Switch Positions
SW4 SW5
Standard OFF OFF
Low Ampl. OFF ON
30 Pulse ON OFF
2-Speed ON ON

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MAIN TERM
STRIP
3
See section 6 of the Application Note for more
details on the REMOTE OFF/ON CONTROL guide.
LOW CURRENT
SWITCH
OFF/ON CONTROL GUIDE
A)
FC-40 PLUS SERIES TERM STRIP TB-2
J1
MAIN TERM
STRIP
OFF/ON CONTROL
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+
10-30 VDC INPUT VOLTAGE
LOW VOLTAGE INPUT SWITCHING
(DC Voltage from PLC)
B)
7
8
6
11 1012 59 7
4
6
5
7
8
6
11 10 912 75
4 5
6
FC-40 PLUS SERIES TERM STRIP TB-2
3
Bl #10 AWG
Bl #10 AWG
13
10
2
14
GNDL2
L2
L1
Customer supplied wiring
is shown by dashed lines.
GND
7912
1
6
21
10
AUX FEATURE
+
TB2
TERM. STRIP
-
4-20mA
Direct
RUN Interlock
Min Max
SIG
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100K
+
CONTROL
1/8WMIN
POT
MAIN
11 8
1
SW3
5
2
-
External
2
+
SW2
SW5
SW4
OFF
SW1
S1
ON
Pot Input
-
+
1
H1
0-5V
Soft
Transformer
OUT
-PUT
LINE VOLTAGE
L2
TB4
TB1
Transformer
L1 G
TERM. STRIPS
L1
TB1
TB3
cw
P/N 24-212
L2
11 1
SCR MCO 50
K4
Bu #20 AWG
Bu #20 AWG
Vi #20 AWG
Bu #20 AWG
Bu #20 AWG
3
A3
4
Bl #20 AWG
10
75
2
Bl #20 AWG
K2
Gate
6
Bu #20 AWG
F2
Slot
Disconnect
F1
Interlocked with
enclosure door.
CHASSIS
INPUT
POWER
L1
3
INTERLOCK
TERMINALS
4
-EXT. INTERLOCK
+EXT. INTERLOCK
Bl #10 AWG
5
OUTPUT
POWER
1
2
Bl #20 AWG
67
INTERLOCK
DIRECT RETURN
MAIN
TERMINAL
CHASSIS
2 5
J1
3 7641
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FEEDER CUBE
FC-41-480 Series
WIRING DIAGRAM
MODEL INPUT VAC AMPS OUTPUT
FC-41-480 480 VAC 0.1 - 20 Max. ~0-90% of INPUT
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Email [email protected]
www.rodix.com
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RODIX INCORPORATED
2316 23rd Ave., ROCKFORD IL 61104
TOLL FREE [phone], FAX [phone]
E-mail [email protected]
www.rodix.com
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IMPORTANT: APPLICATION NOTE

RODIX SOLUTION
Good wiring practices for
avoiding electrical noise
problems.
Rodixcontrolshavebeen designedwitha
high degree of immunity to electrical
noise;however,dependingon the control
installation, electrical noise can cause
problems. These problems occur in less
than 1% of theproduct installations. Most
electrical noise problems can be avoided
by following some simple guidelines.
Good wiring practices need to be used to
prevent electrical noise from interfering
with your control’s operation. Another
name for electrical noise is Electro-
Magnetic Interference (EMI).
Symptoms of Electrical Noise
The symptoms of electrical noise would
appear as follows: a brief pauseor a brief
“bump” in the vibratory feeder’s output
that the control automatically recovers
from. In rare cases the control will either
stop operating or run continuously at full
power in 120 pulse mode until the power
switch is slowly cycled OFF and ON.
Sources of Electrical Noise
Electrical noise is generated by devices
like relay coils, solenoid valves,
contactors, servo motors, and variable
frequency inverter drives. The electrical
noise is then transferred to another
device by one of three ways. The noise
could be conducted through the power
wires,orcapacitivelycoupledfromwireto
adjacent wire, or it is transmitted from the
wires of a nearby noise source.
Solutions for Electrical Noise
1. Use shielded wires for all I/O (Input /
Output) signals. The I/O signals may
include: 4-20mA input, Run input,Sensor
input, 0-5VDC input, Interlock input or
AUX output. The shield “drain” wire
should be tied to the chassis in the Rodix
control. The drain wire should be kept
shorter than 2”. Please see the enclosed
picture.
Example of a “drain” wire termination
2. Never run I/O signal wires in the same
conduit or raceway as AC power lines
such as wires to motors, solenoids,
heaters, welders and Rodix controls, etc.
3. I/O wires within an enclosure should
be routed as far away as possible from
relays, solenoids, transformers, power
wiring and other noisy equipment. Keep
the I/O signal wires separate from the
control’s input and output power wiring.
Secure the wires in place.
4. Whenever relays or solenoid valves
are used, install a Snubber on them to
reduce electrical noise. Use a diode ona
DC coil. Use a RC Snubber on an AC
coil.
5. In extremely high EMI environments,
Power Line Filters and ferrite beads can
be effective. Install ferrite beads on I/O
signal wires as close as possible to the
circuit board terminal strip. Loop the wire
through the bead several times or use
several beads on each wire for additional
protection.
RODIX, INC.
2316 23rd Avenue, Rockford, IL 61104
Toll Free [phone], FAX [phone]
E-mail custserv[email protected]
www.rodix.com
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