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PCF Metering System brochure

PCF Metering System brochure

PCF Metering System brochure

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Graco PCF Metering System is designed for precision dispensing of sealants and adhesives in automotive and industrial applications. It supports a variety of applications such as bead dispensing, gasketing, and seam sealing, and can handle materials ranging from ambient to hot melt up to 400°F (204°C).
Key Features:
  • Precision Dispensing: Provides a continuous flow of materials, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
  • Cost Efficiency: Low initial investment and reduced maintenance due to fewer wear parts.
  • Process Efficiency: Consistent flow with intuitive controls and self-diagnostics for maintenance.
  • Adaptability: Modular design allows for easy integration and flexibility in manufacturing processes.
System Components:
  • Control Center/Advanced Display Module (ADM): Facilitates setup, monitoring, and diagnostics with a USB interface.
  • Fluid Plate: Equipped with sensors for real-time adjustments to maintain consistent material flow.
  • Gateway Modules: Enable communication with other systems using various protocols like DeviceNet and EtherNet/IP.
Technical Specifications:
  • Input Power: Proprietary PWM control with motor speeds from 6,600 to 24,000 rpm.
  • Operating Pressure: Up to 3500 psi with electric heat components.
  • Flow Rates: Ranges from 6 cc/min to 22,500 cc/min depending on the flowmeter type.
  • Materials: Compatible with a wide range of viscosities up to 1,000,000 cps.
PrecisionSwirl Technology: Offers consistent material delivery with programmable patterns, reducing downtime and simplifying robotics programming.
Ordering Information: Includes various configurations and accessories such as expansion kits and CAN cables for system customization.
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Catalog excerpts

PCF Metering System brochure-1

Precision Continuous Flow Metering and Dispense System PROVEN QUALITY. LEADING TECHNOLOGY.

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PCF Metering System brochure-2

Precision dispensing in a flexible system Reduce material usage with precise, reliable metering The Graco PCF Metering System dispenses a precise, continuous flow of singlecomponent sealants or adhesives in automotive and industrial applications. Advanced technology provides ultimate control, resulting in smooth, consistent beads, dots and spray patterns. You minimize material usage, reduce rework, and improve operational efficiencies. Reduce your cost of ownership • Low initial capital investment • Fewer wear parts compared to shot meters simplifies maintenance Improve your process efficiencies...

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Graco PCF Metering System – System components include: 1 Control Center/Advanced Display Module (ADM) Provides digital communications between the Advanced Display Module and the fluid plate. Provides easy setup, monitoring and system diagnostics – includes USB interface. Fluid Plate Advanced sensors provide feedback to system controls – where real-time adjustments are made for changes in material temperatures, viscosities, dispense rates or robot speeds. Gateway Modules Allows the Graco PCF to communicate with other systems within your manufacturing process. – Communications Gateway Module for...

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Take total control of your process Control Center operates multiple fluid plates Fluid Plate Fluid Plate #4 #4 Fluid Plate Fluid Plate #3 #3 Fluid Plate Fluid Plate #1 #1 Fluid Plate Fluid Plate #2 #2 Fluid Plate #1 • Controls each fluid plate independently • Capable of operating multiple fluid plates – up to four with Communication Gateway Modules and up to two with Discrete Gateway Modules • Controls up to 16 different applicators Control Center can also control PrecisionSwirl Technology ™ PrecisionSwirl Orbiter PrecisionSwirl PrecisionSwirl Fluid Plate Fluid Plate #1 #1 Orbiter PCF System...

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Advanced, intuitive user controls The Control Center contains the electronics that communicate with the fluid plate. Its user interface is easy to use, and is detachable for in-plant mobility and flexibility. • Monitors amount of material dispensed in each cycle • ets you change system values or do simple tests without L reprogramming the robot controller • rovides system diagnostics, helping you isolate problems more easily P Control modes include: • ead control – measures flow rate and pressure to ensure a consistent B bead size • Full open – opens regulator to allow for recirculation • hot...

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PrecisionSwirl Electric Orbital Applicator PrecisionSwirl Technology for consistent material delivery PrecisionSwirl Technology can now be programmed within the PCF Metering System, in the Advanced Display Module, for easy integration with your automation. • Applies a uniform, circular loop pattern with clean edges and no mess • Dispenses open or closed, wide or narrow pattern beads • Reduces downtime – virtually no tip plugging ith PrecisionSwirl w applicator’s large tip sizes • Simplifies robotics programming for directional changes • An orbiting nozzle allows you to apply material on vertical...

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Ordering Information and Specifications PCF Metering System Selection Matrix PF 2 4 3 1 Product Identier PF = Precision Continuous Flow Number of Styles (1 purge and 1 programmed style) 2 16 (1 purge and 15 programmed styles) 256 (1 purge and 255 programmed styles) Cartridge Mastic Cartridge Mastic Heated Mastic Heated Mastic Cartridge None None High Resolution High Resolution Heated Standard Resolution None Ultra High Resolution Protocol (Interface cable not included) Discrete Gateway DeviceNet Ethernet/IP PROFIBUS PROFINET Voltage 100-240 VAC 24 VDC 100-240 VAC with Integrated PrecisionSwirl...

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Part numbers for multiple fluid plates Regulator Part Number High Resolution 25 cc’s per minute) Cartridge (for flow rates above Resolution Ultra High (for flow rates under 25 cc’s per minute) None Mastic High Resolution None Heated Mastic Heated Standard Resolution Note: Independent fluid plate sales include a 50 ft (15 m) CAN cable. PrecisionSwirl Expansion Kits PrecisionSwirl Expansion Kits include 20 ft (6 m) CAN cable to connect to Control Center. PrecisionSwirl orbiter and motor cable must be ordered separately. 255468 Light tower 16M100 Meter enabled, 2 styles token 16M101 Meter disabled,...

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