Dwyer DSS User Manual

Series DSS Direct-Contact Speed Switch

ø4-3/4

(120.65)

4-7/8

(123.83)

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

2

(50.8)

1-17/64
(32.03)

8

-63/64

(228.09)

3/4” NPT PIPE TAP

BOTH SIDES

REAR VIEW

7/8

(22.23)

2

-1/2

(63.50)

1-1/4

(31.75)

MOUNTING HOLE PLAN

2-1/4

(57.15)

Specifications - Installation and Operating Instructions

Bulletin E-17

The Series DSS Direct-Contact Speed Switch is a compact switch
designed to include all mechanical and electronic components in one
housing. It will produce an output signal at a predetermined speed which
may be either over-speed, under-speed or zero-speed. Rugged, heavy­duty construction combined with solid state electronics and photo-elec­tric technology makes this one of the most advanced motion detectors
available. Series DSS protects all valuable rotating equipment including
belt conveyors, bucket elevators, rotary feeders or screw conveyors. It
operates in a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction and mounts in
any position.

SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Limits: -50° to 150°F (-45° to 65°C).
Enclosure: Aluminum with screw cover
Enclosure Rating: DSS-W: NEMA 3S, 4 & 4X. DSS-E: NEMA 3S, 4 &

4X, NEMA 7: Class I groups C & D, NEMA 9: Class II groups F & G.

Switch Type: DPDT.
Electrical Rating: 3A @ 120/240 VAC, 1/10 Hp @120/240 VAC.
Electrical Connections: Screw terminal.
Conduit Connections: (2) 3/4” female NPT.
Mounting Orientation: Any.
Set Point Adjustment: Adjustment screw.
Power Requirements: 105-135 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 210-250 VAC, 50/60

Hz; or 24 VAC/DC depending on model.

Power Consumption: 3 watts.
Repeatability: 2% maximum at constant voltage and temperature.
Pick-up Point: 3 speed ranges at which relay will energize:

Low: 0.1 to 10 RPM;
Medium: 1 to 100 RPM;

High: 10 to 1000 RPM.
Signal Point: Speed at which relay will de-energize. Recommended to
be 15-20% lower than pick-up point.

Start-up Delay: Adjustable up to 45 seconds.
Radial Load on Input Shaft: 125 lbs maximum.
End Thrust on Input Shaft: 100 lbs maximum.
Rotation: Either clockwise or counter-clockwise.
Driving Torque: 1”/lb maximum.
Shaft: 5/8” diameter with 3/16” x 7/8” key.
Weight: 5 lbs (2.3 kg).

PROXIMITY CONTROLS

A DIVISION OF DWYER INSTRUMENTS, INC.
P.O. BOX 373 • MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA 46360, U.S.A.

Phone: [phone] www.dwyer-inst.com

Fax: [phone] e-mail: [e-mail]

OPERATING PRINCIPLE

Note: Switch should be concentric with

t

The model CMS motion switch can be driven by one of the following

If
a stub shaft is required, we suggest the use of a 5/8” stub shaft. Use with a
s

The Series DSS Motion Switch senses motion by means of a precision
metal disc mounted on the input shaft. This disc generates measurable
light pulses by a series of slots on its periphery, which rotate past an
infrared light source. A photo-electric sensor monitors the series of light
pulses and converts them to digital electronic signals. Solid state circuit­ry then analyzes the digital signals and activates or de-activates the out­put relay at the pre-set speed.

Field adjustment of the signal set point is easily accomplished by means
of an adjustment screw on the electronics. For under-speed sensing, the
signal point is set below the normal operating speed of the unit. The out­put relay will then de-energize if the speed drops below the signal point.
For over-speed sensing, the pick-up point is set above the normal oper­ating speed. The output relay will energize if the speed exceeds the pick­up point. Zero-speed sensing can be accomplished by turning the adjust­ment screw to its minimum setting. The output relay will then de-energize
when the shaft speed of the unit approaches zero.

INSTALLATION

1. FIGURE 1: Suggested Coupling Arrangement, side view. Direct con­nection through a coupling (preferred means). Note: Switch should be
concentric with the mating shaft. If stub is used, it must be concentric
with the main shaft. If a stub shaft is required, we suggest the use of a
5/8” stub shaft. Use with a split or flexible type coupling.

ustomer’s shaft with

C
concentric stub shaft

Flexible coupling

2. FIGURE 2: Cog Belt Drive (timing) or Roller Chain Drive: A V-Belt drive
is not as desirable because of possible slippage.

LOCATION & MOUNTING

The Series DSS motion switch can be mounted for operation in any posi­tion. The surface to which the switch is affixed should be as flat and as
smooth as possible. Bearing brackets and shim plate sets can be used
to mount the unit directly to the pillow block supporting a shaft. On instal­lations where vibration conditions are not extreme, use 1/4” diameter
machine bolts with lock washers through the four mounting holes in the
base of the switch. (Mounting bolts and lock washers are not furnished
with the switch.) If vibration conditions are extreme, use of a doweling is
recommended through two mounting holes in the switch base. The
switch should be mounted as axially in line, and/or parallel as possible to
the existing shaft, which is to drive the switch. The Series DSS motion
switch can be driven by one of the following means:

Cog belt (timing) or

roller chain drive

3. FIGURE 3: Suggested Spur Gear Arrangement (top view)

ustomer’s shaft with

C

oncentric stub shaft

c

Spur gears