VIBCO 50 User manual

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Mounting Instructions • Operating Instructions • Technical Data
Parts List • Troubleshooting
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SILENT
Pneumatic Piston

Thank you for choosing VIBCO, Inc. for your vibration needs. You are now the owner of the
nest pneumatic piston vibrator available today, backed by complete manufacturer condence in
its quality and dependability. For reference, please complete the information below about your
new VIBCO vibrator.
Model Number: ____________________
Date of Purchase: ____________________
Safety Instructions & How It Works .............................................................................................2
Mounting Instructions: Checklist & Notes ..............................................................................3-4
Mounting Suggestions by Bin Type .........................................................................................5-8
Custom Mounting .......................................................................................................................8
Vibrator Installation and Pneumatic Hook-up ..........................................................................9-12
Operating Instructions ...............................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................12-13
Technical Data and Dimensions
Model 50,55, & LI ...........................................................................................................14
Model 10, 30, 40, 70, 80 .................................................................................................15
Model 42 .........................................................................................................................16
Parts List and Breakdown
Model 50 .........................................................................................................................17
Model 55 .........................................................................................................................18
Model 10 .........................................................................................................................19
Model 30 .........................................................................................................................20
Model 40 .........................................................................................................................21
Model 70 .........................................................................................................................22
Model 80 .........................................................................................................................23
Model 42 .........................................................................................................................24
Warranty & General Information ................................................................................................25
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Your new VIBCO pneumatic piston vibrator is constructed of fatigue-resistant steel alloys which
are heat treated to guarantee long service under high stress conditions. The at base plate
provides an efcient transmission of the shock energy to the system which is developed by the
reciprocating piston. The repetitive hammer action of the vibrator on the apparatus to which it is
attached is controllable by regulating the incoming applied air pressure.
Optional Features:
VIBCO pneumatic piston vibrators are available in many different congurations. Your piston
vibrator can be custom made to include features that will accomodate high impact, low noise,
high amplitude, and high temperature requirements. Some models (-EM sufx) are equipped
with an exhaust manifold to lead off exhausting air. Contact VIBCO if you would like more
information.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
HOW IT WORKS
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WARNING: Failure to read and follow these installation instructions and safety
precautions could result in personal injury, equipment damage, shortened service
life or unsatisfactory equipment performance. All information in this document is
vital to the proper installation and operation of the equipment. It is important that
all personnel who will be coming in contact with this product thoroughly read and
understand this manual.
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Vibrators.

Mounting Plate
For force up to 100 lbs. use a 1/4 in. thick plate, 100 to 500 lbs. use a 3/8 in. to 1/2 in. thick plate
and over 500 lbs. use a 1/2 in. thick plate.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKLIST
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The warranty is void if vibrator is not properly installed. During installation follow and
check off the following steps and your vibrator should provide you with years of trouble-
free service.
NOTES ABOUT INSTALLATION
If you have any questions consult the Mounting Instructions section of this manual or call VIBCO
Technical Support at [phone].
o Determine length of channel iron.
o Select thickness of mounting plate & method of mounting.
o STITCH weld mounting plate to channel iron.
o Determine vibrator placement on bin.
o STITCH weld channel iron to bin.
o Place vibrator on mounting plate.
Check the mounting plate for warping. Secure rmly.
o Install safety chain or wire.
o Connect pneumatics.
o FILL OUT WARRANTY CARD!!!!
PISTON DIAMETER " PLATE THICKNESS
5/8" to 1-1/4" 1/4" plate
1-1/2" to 2" 3/8" to 1/2" plate
3" to 4" 1/2" plate
CORRECT MOUNTING PLATES
SUGGESTED CHANNEL LENGTH
PISTON DIAMETER/BIN WALL WIDTH CHANNEL IRON WIDTH CHANNEL IRON LENGTH
5/8" to 1-1/4" / bin wall < 3/16" (thin) 3" channel iron 18" to 36" on both sides of vibrator
1-1/2" to 2" / bin wall = 3/16" 4" channel iron 3" to 4" on both sides of vibrator
3" to 4" / bin wall = 3/8" to 1/2" 4" channel iron 6" to 8" on both sides of vibrator
Mounting Channel
Never place the vibrator directly onto the skin of the bin. It should be mounted to either a plate or
a piece of channel iron that has been stitch welded to the bin. The proper mounting method is
to use either 3 in. or 4 in. channel iron. This will help to stiffen the structure to be vibrated as well
as spread the vibration over a larger surface, increasing the overall efciency and diminishing the
possibilities of fatigue cracks in the bin material.
The length and size of the channel iron is determined by the piston diameter. For 5/8 to 1-1/4 in.
diameters, use 3 in. channel iron and extend it 18 to 36 in. on both sides of the vibrator. 1-1/2 to
2 in. diameters should use 4 in. channel iron and extend it 3 to 4 in. on both sides of the vibrator.
3 to 4 in. diameters should use 4 in. channel iron and extend it to 6 to 8 in. on both sides of the
vibrator.

Different Suggestions for Mounting the Channel
1. Mounting plate welded to legs of channel iron.
2. 3 or 4 in. channel with holes drilled thru and nuts welded on back , or just holes drilled thru.
3. Mounting channel with mounting plate and holes drilled or tapped thru.
4. Notch the channel for access to mounting bolts.
5. Weld studs to back of channel.
NOTE: for a list of alternate mounting brackets, see pg. 35 of the VIBCO General Catalog.
Placement
For coarse materials the vibrator should be mounted approximately 1/3 of the distance from
the discharge opening to the top of the sloped portion of the bin. For ne grain materials place
the vibrator approximately 1/4 of the same distance (see different mounting suggestions on the
following pages).
Welding Channel Iron to Bin
Where possible, the mounting plate or the channel iron should be placed 1/3 to 1/4 of the distance
from the discharge opening to the top of the sloped portion of the bin. Tack weld channel iron
in place, then weld intermittent welds 3 in. to 6 in. long with 3 in. between them along the entire
length of the channel. Stop weld a minimum of 1 in. from the ends. It is important that you do not
weld the ends of the channel iron. The heat concentration when welding the ends could cause
premature fatigue cracks.
Installing Safety Chain
It is important to install a safety chain or wire in order to prevent the vibrator from falling and
potentially causing injury if it comes loose from its mount.
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Always stop welds 1 in.
from ends to prevent heat
concentration and bin crack.
Stitch weld channel: weld 2 to
3 inches, skip 1 to 2 inches and
repeat until securely mounted.
Standard piston models should
be mounted at least 15 degrees
from the ground. Anything less
than 15 degrees requires a
spring (-SP) model.
Welding Mounting Plate to Channel Iron
Stitch weld the mounting plate to the middle of the channel iron. If the bin plate is 3/16 in. or
less, weld the mounting plate to the back of the channel iron (see Figure 3 or 4). If the bin plate
is over 3/16 in. weld the mounting plate to the legs of the channel iron (see Figure 1). Drill and
tap holes or use studded plate (see Figure 1 or 5). Make sure the mounting plate does not warp
or distort. If this occurs, straighten, replace it or shim vibrator.
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MOUNTING SUGGESTIONS
Conical
Bin
Rectangular
Bin
1/2 Rectangular
Bin
One Vibrator For A Double Bin
Bin With Stiffeners
Angle Iron Stiffeners
Instead of Channel Iron
Thin Skinned Bin
Corner Mount
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Two Vibrators On
A Single Bin
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3/8” Gussets
Mounting Plate Vibrator
4 in. Channel
4 in. Square Tubing

Sheet Metal Bin Belt Conveyor and
Standard Bin
Long Bin
Belt conveyor feeds from the front. Vibrator
should be placed 1/3 from the front. If 2
vibrators are used, place second one directly
opposite 1/3 from the back. Do not operate
back vibrator until bin is empty in front and
the front vibrator has turned off. For more
details, consult VIBCO.
Feeds from back. Vibrator should be placed
1/3 from the back. If 2 vibrators are used,
place 2nd one directly opposite 1/3 from
the front. Do not operate front vibrator until
bin is empty in back and the back vibrator
has turned off. For more details, consult
VIBCO.
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Belt Conveyors
Screw Conveyors
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Bolt To Bin
Angle Iron Feet
3/8 in. Mounting Plate
Weld Both Sides
Of Angle Iron
Drill Holes To Match
Bolt Pattern On Bin
W
1/3W
L
1/3L
As Close As Possible
Alternate Side
W
1/3W
L
1/3L
1/3L
L

Heat Mounts for Insulated Bins Containing High Temperature Materials: When materials in
the bin have a temperature over 150oF, it is advisable to use a “heat” mount to prevent excessive
heat from reaching the vibrator and causing overload or bearing failure. Also, ask for “high”
temperature grease in vibrator bearing. Consult VIBCO for vibrator size.
Wood Bin: Use steel plate on inside and bolt
to outside mounting channel.
Concrete Bin: Mount steel plate on inside of
bin so that the vibrator sits 1/3 up bin side.
Isolate the plate from the concrete by using
vibration shock absorbers. Consult VIBCO for
detailed drawings.
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2-1/2 TO 3 FT
2 FT
1-1/2 FT
1 FT
1/4 L
L
450-500o F
300o F
200o F
140o F
10 in. Channel Iron
8 in.
6 in.
4 in.
L
1/4 L
Channel Iron
Gusset
Mounting Plate
Vibrator
3 or 4 in. Channel Iron
Gusset
4 in. Pipe, I-Beam or Square Tube
Spacer
Rubber
Plate
Rubber
Plate

CHUTES: In order to successfully move material in a chute, the “angle of repose” of the material
has to be known. It can be found in most handbooks or can easily be measured by pouring a cup
of the material on a table. The angle between the table and the cone the material makes is the
“angle of repose”. To move the material in the chute, it should be inclined no less than 1/2 of the
“angle of repose” If this cannot be obtained, a feeder is necessary to move the material.
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CUSTOM MOUNTING APPLICATIONS
For custom mounting applications
Call 1-800-633-0032
or
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• Force (impact) needed on vibrator is equal to weight of chute + vibrator + max material
in chute.
• Chutes must have an inclination of at least 10o for vibrators to be able to move the
material. If inclination is less the chute has to be made into a feeder. Contact VIBCO for
selecting the proper size vibrator or ask for the bulletin covering chutes.
• Chutes up to 6 ft. are generally handled by one vibrator mounted approximately 1/3 from
the discharge.
• On chutes over 6 ft. long, two vibrators are needed, one should be placed 18 - 24
inches from the discharge. The other approximately in the middle. Since chutes are
very sensitive to vibration, provision should be made to move the lower vibrator 6 inches
in either direction. This could mean the difference between moving the material or not
moving it.
For optimum performance follow these guidelines:
1/3 L
L = Up To 6 FT

Installation of the Vibrator
It is now time to put the VIBCO vibrator in place. Make sure that it is secured tightly. Retighten
the bolts after the rst 10 to 15 minutes of operation and check them periodically to maintain
proper tightness (gures 1 and 2).
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Damage to the bin and the vibrator can occur if not mounted securely.
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Remember:
Check those
bolts!
BOLT
SIZE
TORQUE
ft-lbs
1/4" 13
5/16" 25
3/8" 48
1/2" 115
5/8" 145
3/4" 260
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
Angle Iron Channel Iron