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This instruction manual covers the installation, operation and maintenance of the RBSS
Speed Sensor Integrator.
The RBSS is to be used only in the manner outlined in this instruction manual. This product is intended for use in industrial areas. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area may cause interference to several frequency based communications.
The Milltronics RBSS is a high-resolution, wheel-driven return belt speed sensor that
provides speed input to an integrator when used on a belt scale system.
The RBSS has a toothed gear, wheel, and trailing arm assembly, that rides along the return
belt. The gear and wheel rotate on a shaft fixed to the trailing arm. The internal magnetic
sensor detects the gear rotation and generates a signal proportional to the belt speed. The
output signal is transmitted via cable connection to the integrator to determine the rate of the
conveyed material.
The RBSS IS speed sensor contains a Pepperl + Fuchs, NAMUR rated, inductive proximity
switch, model number: NJ0.8-5GM-N. The proximity switch detects the gear rotation, and
transmits a signal to the integrator via the associated Switch Isolator.
The RBSS should be located near the scale assembly to simplify wiring. The wheel should
ride on the return belt, either just before or just after a return belt idler.
The standard RBSS mounting attaches to the conveyor stringers via a customer-supplied
1 inch cross bar, cut and fastened to the stringers.
1. Position the RBSS mounting bracket against a structural cross member so the sensor
wheel rides in the middle of the return belt. See RBSS with mounting bracket (Page 11).
2. Drill and fasten or tack-weld the RBSS mounting bracket in place.
3. Position the RBSS between the bracket arms, and insert pin. Insert pin clip into pin.
4. Run the belt to check that the wheel is riding straight on the belt and is not pulling to
either side. If necessary, reposition the bracket until the wheel runs true.
Return belt
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Note
All wiring must be done in conjunction with approved conduit, boxes, and fittings and to
procedures in accordance with all governing regulations.
RBSS CE
RBSS
Integrator
White
Signal
RBSS IS
RBSS IS
IS Switch Isolator Terminal
Integrator
Brown
1 Blue
3 7 Speed signal input
8 - excitation of load cells
Ensure that there is sufficient slack in the cabling to allow the RBSS arm to pivot freely so
the wheel rides on the belt. Restriction of the arm can cause slippage or excessive contact
between the belt and the wheel.
PVC shielded cable 300 m (1 000 ft) maximum
cable run
RBSS IS 2 m (6.5 ft), 2 conductor 26 AWG (0.129 mm2),
PVC covered cable
300 m (1 000 ft) maximum cable run to IS switch
isolator
300 m (1 000 ft) maximum cable run from IS
2
),
RBSS IS Uses CE, ATEX and CSA approved Pepperl +
Fuchs Proximity Switch and IS Switch Isolator
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Technical data
Switch and Isolator Approvals
Note
The Approval Ratings for the Proximity Switch and the IS Switch Isolator are the property of
Pepperl + Fuchs. For current approvals go to: http://www.am.pepperl
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