• Two channels, Strain Gage input

• 24 volt DC or 110 volt AC power input

• Three selectable alarming methods:
  -High - Low Trend
  -Adaptive Learn
  -Area Under the Curve

• Built-in press capacity alarms

• Easy to use, no programming

• Small, rugged enclosure

• Backed by over 35 years of Helm experience

Adaptive learn alarming is ideal for high speed forming operations where changes in material thickness, hardness or temper happens very quickly. This alarming option continuously adjusts the upper and lower control limits based on the average tonnage developed during the previous 100 machine strokes. Selecting this Adaptive learning technique will guarantee you the tightest alarm bandwidth without nuisance shutdowns.

Utilizing Helm signature analysis techniques, this alarming method continuously monitors the energy curve that is generated as each part is formed. If any area of the forming signature changes, machine shutdown is initiated. Applications for area under the curve alarming include presses performing deep draw or stretch forming operations and machines using nitrogen die cylinders. This feature provides accurate thru-the-stroke tonnage monitoring without the need of a resolver.

The Trend alarm option allows you to select the "quality window" the process must operate within. These limits are selectable from plus or minus 5% to 45%, in 5% increments. Once the forming process begins, the Trend alarms are automatically set above and below the benchmark tonnage value. Machine shutdown is activated if the forming force varies outside the monitoring range.

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