Industrial Weight Transmitter Introduced

Columbus, OH - METTLER TOLEDO introduces the IND130 weight transmitter. Using industry-standard connectivity, the IND130 converts analog strain-gauge load cell signals into a digital signal suitable for PC and PLC applications. Featuring CalFREE™, an advanced test-weight-free calibration algorithm, the IND130 provides a streamline approach to integrating weighing into process control applications.

IND130 is available in two flexible configurations. The DIN rail version, constructed with a fiber-reinforced polycarbonate, is easily installed into a control cabinet on a 35mm DIN rail. The harsh version, housed in a stainless steel enclosure, is ideal for mounting next to the load cells. For added convenience, the harsh version includes a four-channel analog summing board. Both versions carry UL and CE markings and can power up to four – 350ohm load cells.

Standard connectivity including PROFIBUS DP, Allen Bradley, Remote I/O, RS-232 and use with the DeviceNet Module allows seamless integration into PC and PLC controlsystems, CalFREE™ – the fast and easy calibration feature saves time and money. It is a software-based method for determining a useable calibration of a system of load cells as an alternate to a traditional test weight based calibration. The IND130 also supports traditional calibration techniques.

"The IND130 was specifically designed to provide System Integrators and OEMs with a weighing instrument that complements and streamlines their solution," Remarks Adrienne Olwert, product marketing manager. "With its native fieldbus interfaces the IND130 acts as a gateway for weighing integration to a PLC or PC. The combination of simplicity in the design and intelligence in the information it produces makes it ideal for many applications currently served by traditional scale instruments with integrated operator interfaces."

Typical applications for the IND130 include PLC controlled filling and batching, tank/hopper weighing, and inventory management. The IND130 is also ideal for OEMs and System Integrators looking for a reliable, accurate weighing instrument where a display is not needed. Additional features of the IND130 include a programmable setpoint, discrete inputs and outputs and TraxDSP™ digital filtering for an accurate and stable signal when exposed to vibration.

SOURCE: METTLER TOLEDO