85031-18

Panel Meters - Counters, Hour Meters

85031-18 is an asset counter for various mechanical devices, such as looms, shredders and other commercial or industrial machines. It is also known as a rate totalizer, and counters of this type provide the ability to measure time and count the number of actions or events that occur on a machine.

Principle of Operation

85031-18 is an electromechanical device that tallies input pulses from sources such as mechanical limit switches, reed switches, and electronic logic circuitry. This is accomplished through the use of a gearing system or a digital counter. When the device receives incoming pulses, the gearing system or digital counter advances the count, typically in increments of one complete revolution. When the count reaches its limit, the device ‘resets’ and begins the cycle again.

For example, a counter receiving input from a limit switch can increment its count each time the switch is activated. This can be used to measure the number of cycles that occur in a given time period, or it can be used to track the total number of cycles the device has completed over its lifetime.

Applications

Counters and rate totalizers such as the 85031-18 are typically found in applications that require the measurement of time or the tracking of the number of events or cycles a machine completes over time. These include:

• Industrial machines, such as looms, knuckle presses and other machinery
• Radio and television broadcasting
• Control systems for wastewater treatment plants
• Boiler room control systems
• Medical imaging equipment
• Process control systems for pharmaceutical and food manufacturing facilities

The 85031-18 counter is designed to ensure steady and accurate tracking, no matter the environment. It is also designed with wide temperature ratings, meaning it is suitable for use in a wide range of temperatures and in temperatures that may fluctuate quickly.

Conclusion

85031-18 is an asset counter designed to provide reliable and accurate tracking of time and number of events or cycles in various mechanical applications. It works by counting input pulses using either an electromechanical device or a digital counter, and is suited for use in a wide range of temperatures. It is most commonly used in applications such as radio/television broadcasting, control systems, medical imaging equipment, and process control systems for manufacturing facilities.