Description
M-LD Low Density, Light Loading Weigh Belt
One of Thayer Scale’s specialty equipment lines is the Model “M” Low-Density Feeder line for weighing bulk materials having densities under 10 lb/ft3. A conventional feeder capable of weighing heavier products (typically 50 lb/ft3 and above) to an accuracy of ½% under limited weekly calibration attention, is likely to achieve no better than 3-4% accuracy when weighing a material having a density of only 5-10 lb/ft3.
These feeders find applications in tobacco, forest products (OSB & MDF), textiles, cereals and snacks (chips and flakes). Without question, Thayer Scale has more experience than any other manufacturer in weighing these low density materials. With an outstanding performance record in over 1,000 installations, the THAYER Model M Low- Density feeder represents the standard to which all others are compared. Many of these feeders have been in operation for more than 30 years with the only modifications being instrumentation upgrades to better suit the interconnection needs of modern-day automation schemes, or re-rating of either the load or speed-sensing range to accommodate line capacity changes.
High accuracy, rugged measurement system 100% of the scale’s capacity is used to weigh material. Dead weight of the weigh idler and belt is mass-counterbalanced, thus providing excellent resolution and a high signal to noise ratio. Thayer Scale’s rugged load cell design assures reliable and accurate performance for the life of the weigh feeder.
Slack belt design for more stable accuracy
The M weigh belt is driven from the head pulley located at the outlet end of the feeder, rather than the tail pulley located at the end inlet. This permits lower belt tension during operation for better sensitivity and more stable accuracy. The head pulley is crowned to prevent belt tracking problems and is sheathed in rubber lagging to prevent belt slippage.
Inlet dimensions custom tailored
Ensures uniform withdrawal of material from storage. Very careful consideration is given to density, particle size and handling characteristics of your material.
Speed sensor mounted at idling tail pulley
Measures the true speed of the belt via rotation of the idling pulley, not an inferred belt speed based on motor speed. Belt slippage or breakage is immediately detected because the idling pulley stops rotating.
THAYER FLEXURE SUSPENSION SCALE
The Basic THAYER Flexure Suspension system utilizes a series of steel flexure plates to transmit gravimetric loads vertically from the load receiving element through levers to the specifically selected controls. The combination of mass counterbalancing against tare loads, frictionless flexure-mounted levers and a high resolution transducer produces a force measuring system beyond compare. Of significance is the fact that infinite weighments may be made without maintenance or calibration, regardless of atmospheric or factory conditions. In many instances, THAYER Flexure Suspension Systems placed in operation in 1950 are still working without maintenance or adjustment.
Automatic calibration
Thayer Scale’s optional automatic test weight mechanism provides a means for applying a precision test weight to allow completely automatic calibration. The calibration sequence can be initiated via the weigh belt instrument keypad or via a contact closure. The need for test chains is eliminated.
High accuracy, rugged measurement system
100% of the scale’s capacity is used to weigh material. Dead weight of the weigh idler and belt is mass-counterbalanced, thus providing excellent resolution and a high signal to noise ratio. Thayer Scale’s rugged load cell design assures reliable and accurate performance for the life of the weigh feeder.
Screw adjustable idler alignment
The idlers adjacent to the weigh idler are mounted on jacks for easy alignment in the field. All idlers are mounted on individual CEMA brackets, permitting removal to either side without major framework disassembly or belt removal.
Full length adjustable skirt boards
Tapered and flared from the inlet to the discharge to prevent pinching of material between the skirt and the belt. Skirt boards are located inside the belt flanges to provide two barriers to contain material and prevent spillage.
