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5.12 Sonic Generator Screen
Figure 5.11 Sonic Generator screen
Sonic Generator Screen
This screen allows on demand control of ultrasonic weld energy and calibration of
amplitude.
Amplitude calibration requires a dial indicator to be temporarily mounted in line with and
in front of the horn usually on a magnetic base. The 100% test button is held and gage
reading is viewed.
The gage reading x 2 = total amplitude, this is the value to be entered for the amplitude
value when calibrating.
Press one of the following options for this screen:
TEST
To fire ultrasonic energy at the current amplitude setting.
RESET
To reset the controller if a weld overload should occur.
PLUS or MINUS (W)
Is set by Branson for a given actuator and is not changed. Generally the setting for 20 kHz
actuators is 3300 W and the setting for 40 kHz actuators is 800W.
100% TEST
To fire ultrasonic energy at 100% amplitude. This is used when calibrating amplitude.
PLUS OR MINUS (MICRONS)
To set the amplitude value based on the indicator reading. See above.
POWER
Power rate is displayed in real-time.
EXIT
To return to Maintenance Menu. See 5.10 Maintenance Menu Screen.
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