Vishay Intertechnology’s G4 advanced process control instruments are available in four variants: DIN rail, panel, desktop, and harsh-environment
Vishay Intertechnology is introducing the Vishay Systems G4 family of advanced process control instruments.
Applications include process weighing and control, force measurement, web tension measurement and control, automation, force vector calculations, high-dynamic force measurement, and high-speed batching/blending systems.
The G4 modular structure enables the user to tailor its performance according to the application, and is available in four versions – DIN rail, panel, desktop, and harsh-environment – thereby providing easy installation in any type of environment.
All units support a high update rate (up to 800 updates per second), a high sample rate (up to 20 kHz), synchronised multiple measurement channels (up to eight), true vector calculation, integrated digital inputs and outputs, and a modern user interface.
The G4 is compatible with a wide variety of industrial communication interfaces: Profibus, Devicenet, Modbus TCP, Ethernet, USB, RS485 and RS232. Software upgrades can be downloaded from the web or transferred to G4 units via a standard USB port connection. Custom software designed to customer requirements is available upon request. All versions meet CE (industrial), UL and OIML requirements.
Vishay’s G4-RM (DIN-rail mount) model has up to six weighing or force measurement channels per unit. G4-RM instruments accommodate up to three easily installed modules for advanced performance, additional functional channels, custom applications or repair. This provides customers with a highly flexible, upgradeable, single-instrument system that is capable of weighing up to six independent vessels or scales. For web tension applications, up to six zones (rolls) can be monitored simultaneously. The unit is controlled via the local service and control panel. The display is 2 x 16-character LCD with backlighting, and the keyboard has four membrane keys.
The G4-PM (panel mount), G4-DT (desktop) and G4-HE (harsh-environment enclosure) models have up to eight weighing or force measurement channels per unit. Features include a graphical user interface (colour LCD display with backlight) and data entry through a touchscreen and/or functional keypad. G4-PM, G4-DT, and G4-HE instruments accommodate up to seven easily installed modules for advanced performance, additional functional channels, custom applications or repair. This provides customers with a highly flexible, upgradeable, single-instrument system capable of weighing up to eight independent vessels or scales.
A 5.7-inch colour touchscreen facilitates operation and simplifies parameter changes. The screen displays up to four weighing/force channels simultaneously, allowing the user full control of multiple process vessels. The screen provides good visibility of the process and easy navigation through parameter menus and settings.
The G4-PM and G4-DT have an aluminium housing and plastic panel, while the G4-HE has a stainless steel housing and plastic panel. All versions meet the environmental conditions of the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industry. The display is a colour TFT LCD type with backlighting, and the keyboard has 34 membrane keys. Units can be configured for either 24V DC or 115/230V AC operation. The units are rated IP65, and have CE (Industrial) and OIML certifications.
For more information, visit www.vishay.com
“
