New VPG Transducers W Series Provides Enhanced Flexibility and Security
October 18 2018 - 9:00AM
Business Wire
New W Series expands VPG Transducers’
existing instruments portfolio
The VPG Transducers brand of Vishay Precision Group, Inc.
(NYSE:VPG), global designers and manufacturers of standard and
custom force, pressure, torque, load, tension and weight sensors,
today announced the introduction of its W Series. The new W Series
offers four models of weighing indicators for DIN-rail and panel
mounting, with interfacing ranging from entry level to advanced,
plus options for output, display and interactive functionality. The
W Series also includes the WG3 electronic overload guard, a
compact, redundant safeguarding system designed to prevent weighing
machine overload. These products expand the existing range of VPG
Transducers weight indicators, providing more selection and options
to meet cost and performance requirements. The W Series support a
broad range of industrial process and batch weighing applications
across industries such as agricultural equipment, packaging,
construction, and more.
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The WT1 Weight Indicator is a cost-effective DIN rail indicator
with a 5-digit display that provides accurate readings, high
performance, and long-term reliability. The instrument is able to
interface with intrinsically safe barriers, enabling its use in
hazardous areas. When connected to a system of 1–4 load cells, the
WT1 converts output signals into stable, accurate weight values.
Equipped with two logic outputs and two logic inputs as standard,
the WT1 can be fitted with either an RS232C half-duplex or RS485
full duplex serial door; both serial doors can be loaded with ASCII
or Modbus RTU protocols to enable communication with a PC or
PLC.
The WT2 has the same features as the WT1, but offers improved
interfacing capabilities. Its connectivity strength comes from
using PROFIBUS as its default protocol, which enables more control
in more complex systems. The WT2 also features an optional Ethernet
connection, which comes with a 128-byte in/out buffer for
high-speed PC connections.
The compact dimensions of the WT1 and WT2 make them an ideal
choice for electrical panel automation applications.
The WT14 weighing indicator features expanded storage capability
and a 6-digit, 7 segment, LED display plus a four-key capacitive
keyboard for easy access to the configuration and calibration
functions. The model is equipped with RS232 and RS485 serial ports
and a USB device port as standard. It includes an internal data
logger function for onboard memory and an external function for
monitoring the performance of the weighing system. Options allow
interfacing with the most widely used fieldbus options on the
market, which include PROFINET, DeviceNet, Ethernet (10 to 100
Mbps), Ethernet IP and EtherCAT.
The WT15 is a high-quality weighing indicator equipped with an
LCD screen with capacitive touch controls, multi-lingual menu and
an ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller, which offers a 32-bit code
density to provide impressive computing power in a compact size.
The WT15 indicator features six opto-isolated input and six output
ports – the most logic ports of any VPG Transducers indicator. The
WT15 is appropriate for desk, wall or panel mounting and is
suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial
applications. This model is available with an ATEX certification
option, for use in explosive environments.
The WT14 & WT15 have a frequency acquisition AC/DC signal of
up to 1000 Hz and a display resolution of 999.999 divisions. The
two models have several connection combinations: the WT15 has 10
different output combinations; the WT14 has 12, making them highly
adaptable machines due to the number of output options.
The WG3 electronic overload guard is a redundant safeguarding
system with two independent inputs for load cells, a load limiter
with a double security design and an integrated alarm for load cell
malfunction or power failure. It is designed to prevent a weight
bearing machine from exceeding its capacity, thus preventing
accidents in industrial settings. The device meets category 3 EN
13849-1:2008, PL d standard requirements and is ideal for
application in off-highway vehicles, agricultural equipment, and
construction.
For detailed specifications, pricing, applications engineering
support, or additional information, please visit
www.vpgtransducers.com.
About VPG Transducers
VPG Transducers is comprised of the Tedea-Huntleigh,
Sensortronics, Revere, and Celtron brands of Vishay Precision Group
(VPG). Our transducers use advanced strain gage technology,
enabling VPG to offer a wide range of standard and custom-tailored
sensors and solutions for measuring force (weight, torque,
pressure, etc.). www.vpgtransducers.com
About VPG
Vishay Precision Group, Inc. is an internationally recognized
designer, manufacturer and marketer of: components based on its
resistive foil technology; sensors; and sensor-based measurements
systems specializing in the growing markets of stress, force,
weight, pressure, and current measurements. VPG is a market leader
of foil technology products, providing ongoing technology
innovations in precision foil resistors and foil strain gages,
which are the foundation of the company’s force sensors products
and its weighing and control systems. The product portfolio
consists of a variety of well-established brand names recognized
for precision and quality in the marketplace. To learn more, visit
VPG at www.vpgsensors.com.
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