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  1. Stablefordd

    Distance problem

    If you have a fibre optic cable near by why not use a fibre optic multiplexer of the type supplied by Weed instruments. 1 fibre for upto 10 signals- and no programming. I currently looking at them on a tunnel for distant io. Regards Del
  2. Stablefordd

    110V 50 Hz motor on 120V 60 Hz home circuit

    400Hz is used on military equipment, so they can cut down on cable size, hence carry more cable(distance). regards stablefordd
  3. Stablefordd

    Using proximity sensors to detect rotational direction

    You will also want a home signal, and end of travel hardwired limits. I once had a sevice call to a PLC in a welding shop when the input from the encoder saw a spike and told the PLC code it was a 1m short of the target, unfortunately the machine was only 1.2m long. The 100ton hydralic cylinder...
  4. Stablefordd

    Password protection on Omron PLCs

    We had this problem on a Omron CQM1, manufacturer had put in the password, we had to take it to the local omron office, and have a coffee while they looked at it- they brought it back 10mins later cracked. I suspect they did 1 of 2 things; 1, Had a backdoor code. 2, Bruteforced it, by running a...
  5. Stablefordd

    Arc Flash Mystery

    Looking at the photos, the meter probes are not up to the current designs- with only tips exposed. Also I would consider increasing the safety of the panel, by looking at IP2X components as much as possible to minimise contact points,remember someone still has to set up the equipment -hot with...
  6. Stablefordd

    Free chlorine sensor

    We have recently specced a SWAN analyser-which is a swiss manufacturer- comes ready assembled, very easy to install. online approx. $5K is the ballpark figure, and this is one of the cheaper brands. Very widely used in EU- but an excellent unit, I also asked for reference sites and...
  7. Stablefordd

    Inductive prox wiring practice

    Bentov, ahve you considered ASIBus, because it sounds like you have a conveyor installation, and this would be a perfect application for this, with very simple wiring, and alittle bit of configuration. Stablefordd
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