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While static analog HMD’s utilize single diode detection and Rotary
Scanners incorporate rotating mirrors, thePF1000 PATHFINDER
Digital Hot Metal Detector (HMD) Scanner
utilizes a digitally scanned InGaAs Diode Array. This new technology
removes the maintenance associated with Rotary Scanners yet provides the
high reliability and accuracy associated with Scanners.
Microprocessor technology provides exceptionally fast and accurate
detection where wide variations of IR signal are present of the leading
and trailing edge of Rod, Bar, Plate, Billet, Slab or Strip. Response times are digitally adjusted by locking
timers. To assist in alignment, the product path is duplicated by an 10 LED
Array Bar
Display. Which is also used to indicate adjustments to precise values.
The
PF1000 PATHFINDER
Digital Hot Metal Detector (HMD) Scanner's
electronic circuitry is packaged in a robust cast aluminum housing. The
housing includes a large air cooled chamber which is separated from the
electronic circuitry compartment. An air inlet is located in the rear of
the cast aluminum housing. Pressurized air passes though this chamber,
cooling the cast aluminum housing thus cooling the electronic circuitry.
The air vents in the front of the housing via a slot in front of the lens providing
air purging. Further cooling of the air can be accomplished with the use
of an in-line vortex tube air cooler.
Also available, an
optional sealed water coolant radiator & separate air purging
facility can be provided. The copper water coolant radiator is mounted
internal to the air cooled chamber. Coolant inlet and outlet fittings
are provided in the rear of the cast aluminum housing. An air inlet is
fitted in the front nozzle of the housing and air is vented out the
front of the nozzle in front of the lens.
Now available -
The
PF1000 PATHFINDER
Digital Hot Metal Detector (HMD) Scanner
is now available with an optional RS422/RS485 serial interface.
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