Rodix FEEDER CUBE FC-41-575 Series Setup guide

File No. E183233
Model FC-41-575-W
P/N 121-000-1126
Circuit Board P/N 24-213
Input: 600 VAC, 50/60 HZ.
(Operating range 520-600 VAC)
Single Unit Fuse Size: 30 AMPS Maximum
Output: 0-575 VAC, 0.1 - 18 AMPS
NEMA 4 enclosure
© 2013, 2017 RODIX INC.
1. SELECT THE PULSE SETTING
Match the control’s pulse mode to the feeder’s
tuning:
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
maximumvibrationlevelofthe vibratory feederwhen
the Main Control Dial is fully turned up. When setting
up the MAX output of the feeder control, the output
wiring to feeder must be connected. The Run
Jumper must be connected as shown on the wiring
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
output to the feeder reaches its desired
maximum 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
MIN trimpot also serves as the “low speed” trimpot
for 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
insteadof starting abruptly. Soft-startkeeps 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
the trimpot fully counter-clockwise for no soft
start. 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. A low current switch such as a paddle
switch can replace the factory-installed Run
Jumper "J1." The "Run Contact" connects to
terminals 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 input is optically isolated. Refer to
Section B of the OFF/ON CONTROL GUIDE.
7. STATUS LEDs
When any of the inputs are active, the associated
LEDwill turn ON. Whenthe RUN inputconditions
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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FC-41-575 Series
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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
voltagesare covered bya board withtwo 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 speed pots. 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 belit or both the
INTERLOCK and EXT VOLTS LEDs must be on. To
light the DIRECT LED, connect a Run Jumper at
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 of shipment.
For the 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 replace your 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 23
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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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FEEDER CUBE 
FC-41-575 Series
WIRING DIAGRAM
MODEL INPUT VAC AMPS OUTPUT
FC-41-575-W 600 VAC 0.1 - 20 Max. ~0-90% of INPUT
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FEEDER CUBE FC-41-575-W ALL PURPOSE WASH DOWN MODEL IMPORTANT: APPLICATION NOTE

CONTROL SOLUTION
Good wiring practices for
avoiding electrical noise
problems.
Rodixcontrols have been designed witha
high degree of immunity to electrical
noise; however, depending on the control
installation, electrical noise can cause
problems. These problems occur in less
than1% of the product 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 pause or 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
noiseis then transferred to another device
by one of three ways. The noise could be
conducted through the power wires, or
capacitivelycoupledfrom wiretoadjacent
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 on a
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.
Good Wiring 7/10/17
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