The 1756-FC Weight Feeder Control Module by Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation is a sophisticated component of the ControlLogix series, designed to optimize process weighing efficiency and accuracy. This module features seamless integration with PLCs, allowing for multiple feeder management, electronic calibration without test weights, and automatic closed-loop control to maintain precise feed rates by adjusting to real-time conditions. With its wavesaver technology to mitigate feeder vibrations and mechanical noise, it ensures consistent performance. Operating in both batch and continuous modes, this module supports time measurements in seconds, minutes, and hours, and can handle units such as pounds, tons, kilograms, and grams, drawing 1 Amp at 5 Volts DC from the backplane power supply for a total power consumption of 5 Watts. The 1756-FC module also includes robust built-in diagnostics for easy troubleshooting, and it connects directly to CompactLogix or MicroLogix backplanes without the need for external wiring, making it ideal for feeder rate control, gravimetric feeding, and both continuous and batch rate control applications.
