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1. iini kadi kad Ibs This data is furnished as a guide in estimating the sizes of piston vibrators for standard hopper shapes containing dry granular materials of 50 Ibs cu ft minimum bulk density For other sizes and densities contact VIBCO PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM 17 50 Air Piston Vibrators menno so mas 5 3 8 16X4HH 3 8 16X4HH 1 2 13X6HH 1 2 13X6HH 5 8 11 7 1 2 3 85 3 85 1 25 1 25 S BSAE 100 513 100 513 125 513 125 513 200 513 100P514 100 514 125 511 125 511 150 511 100 532 100 532 125 516 125 516 150 507 100PS22 100P526 125P552 125P556 150 502 124 124 222 222 100P512 100 512 125 512 125 512 150 512 100 525 100 525 8 32 3 5 8 32 3 85 8 32X3 8SH 100 515 100P515 125 548 125 548 150 550 TEM NO 501125 _ 50 2 50 28 50 21 50218 5 8 11 7 1 2 5 8 11X7 1 2HH 5 8 11X7 1 2HH 5 8 11 5 8 1 19HH 3 4 10 10 WESAE S 8SAE S aSAE S BSAE S BSAE 3 4USSFW 200 513 200 13 200 513 300 513 200 511 200 511 300 511 200 507 2DOPSO 3DOPSOT amp Db JR ce ooo ook c HEX HEAD BOLT FLAT WASHER 3 4 10X 10HH 3 4 10X13HH 3 4 10X13HH 3IAUSSFW 3 4USSFW 3 4USSFW 182. s Y NOTE Data and dimensions subject to change without notice Model 40 Model 80 Lasse orasan orses _ Ibs Ls pue as uso Las 5 19000 o s sm s 7 sm ra ao sano 1000400 rs o 4 This data is furnished as a guide in estimating the sizes of piston vibrators for standard hopper shapes containing dry granular materials of 50 Ibs cu ft minimum bulk density For other sizes and densities contact VIBCO PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM Model 42 DIMENSIONAL TECHNICAL DATA r s L3 wen nen mm imen Ame zer sa sez eme 217 s 152 222 s sa 20 17 2 p poser 2 ae fon er NOTE Dimensions are subject to change without notice RM La ose 332 Model 42 Model 44
3. s amo s o 202 re s pee 7 zo ps Lum es s ze r me ss ome o m as ow s o This data is furnished as a guide in estimating the sizes of piston vibrators for standard hopper shapes containing dry granular materials of 50 Ibs cu ft minimum bulk density For other sizes and densities contact VIBCO PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM 15 Model 10 30 40 70 and 80 DIMENSIONAL 8 TECHNICAL DATA INLET OUTLET ee Model 10 EM se oe rover mp ese om Dem re oe o s Tas _ Ds 1 L 2 NE se e a Les mw JEN wore x
4. e 226 r gt es gt s sar s gt ems a C 22 KC s ems ew Te Pe gt J s Pe gt gt sln slej gt z ILI ____ e pe w slej espe LI ____ C gt e gt gt gt 2 gt s ew ems 19111 8 ew Also avaiable with 7 1 2 in NOTE Dimensions are subject to change without notice Bolt size See 50 2EP diagram Will also fit 6 in center holes see dimension Model 50 55 amp LI Model 50 2EP ps5 26 mm C 4 1 2 114 mm 9 1 8 232 mm AT REST 10 5 8 270 mm MAX STROKE 40 PSI 3 Bar 80 PSI 5 Bar
5. 3002502 231 3002505 5000 300 3002504 3002507 SOOPSOS 231 SOOPSO5 2000 300 5 SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL SP SPRING USED FOR THIS MODEL 19 Model 10 Air Piston Vibrators ITEM 10 58 10 85 1034 10345 62P 3523 62 523 5P323 7152523 622521 62 521 75 521 5PS21 62 522 62 526 75 522 75 526 62P 07 62 507 75 507 75 507 52P524 62P524 75 524 75P524 101 1945 193 04 101145 1 100P S73 100P 573 125 573 125 573 2 10095 70 2 10095 70 2 125 570 2 125 570 2 3 100P 522 100P 826 1252575 125 576 4 1002532 100P 832 125P S07 125P S07 5 10095 72 1 100P8 72 1 125 572 1 125 572 1 ITEM NO 10 1 12 1011 25 102 DESCRIPTION QTY 150 573 150P S73 200 573 ATTACHING HEAD 1 150 5 70 2 150 5 0 2 200P 5 0 2 HOUSING 150P S06 200P S02 PISTON 190P S08 Z00PS0 SPRING 150 5 72 1 200F 572 1 END CAP S SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL NOTE ALL 10 5 8 AND 10 3 4 MODELS USE INLET BUSHING 100 525 AND HEX SHAPED HOUSING 150 502 190P S08 190P 372 1 h 20 30 Air Piston Vibrators 3958 334 301 3945 62P 523 15 523 100 573 100 573 62 521 3 75 521 100 5 70 100PS70 G2P 522 75 522 100 522 100 526 62 507 75PS07 100P 332 100P S32 ITEM NO 30 1 1 4 30 1 1 2 DESCRIPTION QTY 125PS73 150PS73 200PS73 ATTACHING HEAD 125PS70 150 570 200PS70 HOUSING
6. 00 513 300P511 SOOPSO JODPS06 339 300 512 8 32X3 8SH 3243 8SH JODP348 300 513 300 511 300 507 300 525 339 300 515 300 548 400P513 300PS11 300 507 300 526 339 300 515 B 32X3 BSH 300 548 RUBBER BUFFER TOPPLATE O RING HOUSING SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW BOTTOM PLATE 5 SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL L LONG PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL SPRINGS USED ONLY ON 50 1 50 15 50 1 1 4 AND 50 1 1 45 ALL OTHER VIBRATORS ONLY HAVE SPRINGS IN SP MODELS Model 55 Air Piston Vibrators ITEM 55 1 55 15 55 1 114 55 1 1 4S 55 1 1 2 100 518 100P332 100 526 117 100PS05 9000 100 5000 125 125 554 125 516 125 552 121 125 505 125 554 125 516 125 555 121 125 505 2000 125 150 504 1502502 218 150 505 5000 150 55 1 1 2 5 55 1 1 25 5 55 150 55 1505 150PS04 150PS04 1502519 150 519 150PS08 150P508 150 508 150PS08 150PS02 150 506 150 520 150 521 218 218 218 218 150PS05 150PS05 150PS22 150 522 5000 150 5000 150 5000 150 5000 150 TEM NO 552 66 25 5525 55255 563 200 504 200 504 2002504 200 504 200PS07 200PS06 224 231 00 505 200 505 200 505 200 505 3000 206 5000 206 5000 206 5000 206 3000 300 200 502 200 506 200PS02 SOOPSO4 SOOPSOS 231 S00PS05 2000 300 SOOPSO4
7. 125P S07 125P 307 SPRING 125P 575 125P3 6 PISTON 125P S 72 1 125P 372 1 END CAP S SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL NOTE ALL 70 5 8 AND 70 3 4 MODELS USE AN INLET BUSHING 100 525 AND HEX SHAPED HOUSING 80 Air Piston Vibrators ITEM NO 8015 5801 14 80 1 7 45 80 1 1 2 100 572 1 100 5 2 1 125 572 1 125 572 1 150 5 72 1 124 124 222 222 224 100P 5 70 1 100P 5 0 1 125P5 0 1 129PS 70 1 190P S 0 1 100P 532 100P 32 129P S0 125 5 16 150P 508 100 522 100 526 125 575 125P 839 150 S02 100P S 72 2 100P 572 2 125 5 72 2 1252572 190P 3 72 2 100 541 100P S41 125P S41 129P 541 125 541 1 2LW 1 2LW SI6LW WELW 1 2 20HN 1 2 20HN 2 8 18HN 3 8 18HN 5 8 18 ITEM NO 80 1 1 2S 80 25 DESCRIPTION QTY S 2 1 2 1 200 5 2 1 224 332 332 O RING 150P S 70 1 200 5 70 1 200 5 0 1 HOUSING 190P 508 2200F S0 200P 50 SPRING 150 506 200P S02 200P S06 PISTON 150 5 72 2 200 5 72 2 200PS 2 2 TAPPED END CAP 1252541 200P S41 200P 541 MOUNTING STUD WBL TISLW LOCK WASHER 2 8 18HN 8 14 TI 8 14HN HEX NUT O CO s B Co 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 h k k h k S SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL 28 WARRANTY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Warranty All warranty claims must be submitted to VIBCO for approval prior to any repairs being done Failure to do so will void any and all warranty cove
8. Pneumatic Piston Mounting Instructions Operating Instructions Technical Data Parts List Troubleshooting Corporate HQ amp Factory Canada 75 Stilson Road Wyoming RI 02898 2215 Dunwin Drive Phone 800 633 0032 401 539 2392 Mississauga ONT L5L 1X1 Fax 401 539 2584 Phone 800 465 9709 905 828 4191 We re Were Th Vibrator Guys E mail vibrators vibco com Fax 905 828 5015 Website www vibco com Thank you for choosing VIBCO Inc for your vibration needs You are now the owner of the finest pneumatic piston vibrator available today backed by complete manufacturer confidence in its quality and dependability For reference please complete the information below about your new VIBCO vibrator Model Number Date of Purchase TABLE OF CONTENTS sarety Insm clons amp HOW IE cosa oU PEU pue eee ee be te ae 3 Mounting Instructions Checklist 8 Notes 4 5 Mounting Suggestions by Bin Type 6 9 CUSTOM ae scii ids u qd UE 9 Vibrator Installation and Pneumatic Hook up 10 13 Operating o 12 tgo ene EL TUS EE UE 14 Technical Data and Dimensions M M pee 15 TO OO abu ouod 16 MOJGA C ET UNDE 17 Parts List and Breakdo
9. short bursts of 10 to 30 seconds for every 1 to 5 minutes of discharge are more effective and efficient Life of the Unit The life of the vibrator will be determined by the length of operation and the cleanliness of the air supply Guaranteed Success of the Application The vibrator can only furnish material to the discharge area If more is furnished than conveyed the remaining material will pack inside the bin We suggest the vibrators only run when the bin gates or doors are open or when material flow is needed PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM TROUBLESHOOTING Field repairs of piston vibrators are limited to replacing bolts nuts washers o rings and rubber shocks Any other repairs should be done at VIBCO Bolt breakage is caused by 1 Air pressure in excess of 80 psi 2 Loose mounting bolts 3 Excessive movement of vibrator on hopper or bin caused by A Too flexible hopper or bin that cannot absorb vibration created B Operation on empty hopper 4 Dried up rubber buffers Buffers are used to absorb shock energy and prolong bolt life Through aging the buffers will take a set and deteriorate It is advisable to replace all buffers and bolts at this time Rubber buffers should be replaced following these instructions The bolts are not torqued but tightened to compress the rubber buffers to dimension A of the chart Bin Crack Repair If cracks have developed drill holes
10. 1252575 150 502 200 502 PISTON 129F S07 190P 308 200P S07 SPRING k 5 SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL NOTE ALL 30 5 8 AND 30 3 4 MODELS USE AN INLET BUSHING 100 525 AND HEX SHAPED HOUSING 40 Air Piston Vibrators 40 15 1 3 8 16LN 3 8 16LN 3 8 16LN 3 BLVV 3 8LWW 75 529 100P S74 100P S74 100P 31 100P 31 100P S31 75 522 100 522 100 526 75 521 100P 570 3 100P 570 75 507 100 532 100 532 75 524 100 572 1 100 572 1 ITEM NO 40 1 1 4 44 2 DESCRIPTION 3 4 10SN 3 4 10SN LOCK NUT STOVER NUT N A N A LOCK WASHER 125PS74 150PS74 ATTACHING HEAD VSP004 VSP004 PIN 125P 575 150 502 PISTON 125P 570 3 150P S 70 3 HOUSING 125P S07 150P S08 SPRING 125 5 72 1 150P S 72 1 END CAP i ki Nuk S SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL 22 Y Model 42 Air Piston Vibrators 42 2 5 1 5 8 11 1 2 5 8 11X 1 2HH 5 8 11X 1 2HH 2 5 85 5 8SAE 5 8SAE 3 200PS13 200PS13 200PS13 4 200 amp 11 200 511 200 511 5 200 507 6 330 330 330 7 200PS12 200PS12 200PS12 8 200 502 200P 506 200P S502 9 8 32X3 8SH 8 32X3 8SH 8 32X3 8SH 10 200PS57W 200P557W 200P 557W ITEM NO 42 3 SP DESCRIPTION 1 3 4 10X10HH 3 4 10X10HH HEX HEAD BOLT S4USSFW 3 j4USSFW FLAT WASHER 300 5 13 300 513 RUBBER BUFFER 300P S11 300P S11 TOP PLATE N A 200P S07 SPRING 339 339 O RING
11. 300 512 300 512 HOUSING 300P S02 300P S02 PISTON 8 32 5 85 6 3243 8SH SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 00 529 300P329 WEDGE WELD W BOTTOM PLATE 2 3 4 J 6 7 8 9 e S SILENT PISTON USED FOR THIS MODEL SP SPRING USED FOR THIS MODEL WEDGE IS MACHINED NO BOTTOM PLATE Model 44 3 ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 3 4 10 1 HEAD BOLT 222 3 4USSFW FLAT WASHER 300 513 RUBBERBUFFER 4 511 TOP PLATE 5 339 O RING 6 300PS12 HOUSING 7 300PS02 PISTON _ 8 8 32X3 8SH SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 9 W3 HOOK WEDGE 24 Model 44 3L ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY __1 3 4 10X13HH HEXHEAD BOLT 2 3 4USSFW FLAT WASHER 3 300 513 RUBBERBUFFER 4 300PS11 TOP PLATE 02 __5 339 O RING 6 300 515 HOUSING 7 300 525 PISTON LONG STROKE _ 8 8 32X3 8SH SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW _9 W3 __ WEDGE 29 Model 70 Air Piston Vibrators 5 70 3 4 62 502 1 62 502 1 75 505 1 62P S21 62P 21 75P 21 62P507 62P S07 75 507 622522 62P 526 TSP 522 62P524 62P S24 752 524 70 15 S2 75PS05 1 100 572 2 100 5 72 2 O a 75 521 100 570 100 570 5PS07 100P 532 100P 532 5P 326 100P 822 100P 526 75P 524 100P 872 1 100P 8S 72 1 ITEM NO 70 1 1 4 70 1 1 45 DESCRIPTION QTY 125PS 2 3 125 572 3 1 125 5 0 1252570 HOUSING
12. 00 Ibs use a 1 4 in thick plate 100 to 500 Ibs use a 3 8 in to 1 2 in thick plate and over 500 Ibs use a 1 2 in thick plate Mounting Channel Never place the vibrator directly onto the skin of the bin It should be mounted to either a plate or a piece of channel iron that has been stitch welded to the bin The proper mounting method is to use either 3 in or 4 in channel iron This will help to stiffen the structure to be vibrated as well as spread the vibration over a larger surface increasing the overall efficiency and diminishing the possibilities of fatigue cracks in the bin material The length of the channel iron is determined by the thickness of the bin plate For vibrators with a force up to 500 Ibs and a bin plate under 3 16 in the 4 in channel iron should extend 18 to 36 inches on both sides of the vibrator For smaller vibrators with a force of up to 100 Ibs and a bin thickness of 3 16 in to 1 4 in the length of the 3 in channel iron should extend 3 to 4 inches on both sides of the vibrator For vibrators with a force between 100 and 500 Ibs and a bin thick ness of 3 8 in to 1 2 in the length of the 3 in or 4 in channel iron should extend 6 to 8 inches on both sides of the vibrator Welding Mounting Plate to Channel Iron Weld the mounting plate to the middle of the channel iron If the bin plate is 3 16 in or less weld the mounting plate to the back of the channel iron see Figure 3 or 4 If the bin plate is
13. ATORS VIBCO COM Sheet Metal Bin MATCH BOLT TO BIN BOLT PATTERN WELD BOTH SIDES x l 4 OF ANGLE IRON ANGLE s 3 8 MOUNTING PLATE Belt Conveyor and Standard Bin Long Bin PHONE 1 800 633 0032 WWW VIBCO COM Belt Conveyors Belt conveyor feeds from the front Vibrator should be placed 1 3 from the front 2 vibrators are used place second one directly opposite 1 3 from the back Do not operate back vibrator until bin is empty in front and the front vibrator has turned off For more details consult VIBCO Screw Conveyors Feeds from back Vibrator should be placed 1 3 from the back If 2 vibrators are used place 2nd one directly opposite 1 3 from the front Do not operate front vibrator until bin is empty in back and the back vibrator has turned off For more details consult VIBCO FAX 1 401 539 2584 VIBRATORS VIBCO COM Heat Mounts for Insulated Bins Containing High Temperature Materials When materials in the bin have a temperature over 150 it is advisable to use a heat mount to prevent exces sive heat from reaching the vibrator and causing overload or bearing failure Also ask for high temperature grease in vibrator bearing Consult VIBCO for vibrator size BIN 10 IN CHANNEL CHANNEL IRON 3 OR 4 CHANNEL IRON GUSSET 4 PIPE I BEAM OR TUBE O L LI PLATE VIBRATOR RUBBER Concrete Bin Mount steel plate on inside of bi
14. at the ends Rubber Buffer Height of the cracks and weld on angle iron as shown HEX BOLT FLAT WASHER Stop welds at least 1 in from Mounting channel plat for vibrator Do not weld 1 50 3 in from end of stiffener The improper welding of vibrator to bin stiffeners often results in fatigue cracks in the bin This can be prevented by properly welding stiffeners to the bin side A stiffener should be skip welded to the bin leaving 3 to 4 inches between welds STOP WELDS 1 IN FROM THE ENDS OF THE STIFFENER This will prevent fatigue cracks that occur due to crystalization of the material This crystalization is caused by the heat concentration that develops when the ends of the channel iron are welded To stop the cracks drill a hole at the end of each crack and weld on a piece of angle iron as shown above When welding the angle iron STOP WELDS 1 IN FROM THE ENDS PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM MODEL 50 55 LI DIMENSIONAL 4 TECHNICAL DATA o ui EK ENE inen men mm v9 mm nes mm ner KI p INLET OUTLET Air Inlet Air Inlet 5 1 8 NPT 1 4 3 16 8 OUTLET mm mm inch mm Air Intet ose el
15. e rust at air pressures over 80 psi will create a sludge similar to grinding compound and will wear down the piston and the cylinder very quickly No oil in the air will cause the piston and cylinder walls to wear down rapidly in some cases less than 8 hours In extremely cold applications it is advised to mix antifreeze or kerosene with the oil Inject a small quantity of kerosene directly into the vibrator occasionally in order to clean out any accumulated sludge Air pressure in excess of 80 psi will increase the velocity of the piston diminishing the protective oil film and increasing the unit wear PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM OPERATING INSTALLATION To Obtain Maximum Performance It is not necessary to operate the vibrator at its maximum capacity to obtain maximum perfor mance Air regulators timers etc should be used to tune the vibrator for optimum performance and ensure longer life Continuous vs Intermittent Operation For bulk material bin applications the vibrator should be used to reduce the material friction and increase flow not as a feeder Once the friction of the particles is reduced gravity flow takes over and the vibrator should then be turned off for several reasons Economy Most vibrators are run 60 to 80 longer than they should Short bursts of vibration are usually more effective than operating continuously Experience has shown that for most applications
16. e very sensi tive to vibration provision should be made to move the lower vibrator 6 inches in either direction This could mean the difference between moving the material or not moving it Up to 6 FT CUSTOM MOUNTING APPLICATIONS For custom mounting applications Call 1 800 633 0032 E mail vibrators vibco com Or PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM VIBRATOR INSTALLATION Installation of the Vibrator It is now time to put the VIBCO vibrator in place Make sure that it is secured tightly Retighten the bolts after the first 10 to 15 minutes of operation and check them periodically to maintain proper tightness figures 1 and 2 ZN DAMAGE TO THE BIN AND THE VIBRATOR CAN OCCUR IF NOT MOUNTED SECURELY Angle Iron Channel Iron Am e T a A Figure 1 Remember Check those Figure 2 Ir 7 T L nu HET z 1 1 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 10 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM PNEUMATIC HOOK UP Air Line To Vibrator The hose to the inlet port of the vibrator should have the same or larger hose 1 0 as the inlet pipe size of the vibrator to minimize pressure loss from the compressor to the vibrator Check the technical data section of this manual and find the specifications that meet your model to en sure you have the cor
17. ire length of the channel Stop weld a minimum of 1 in from the ends It is important that you do not weld the ends of the channel iron The heat concentration when welding the ends could cause premature fatigue cracks Installing Safety Chain It is important to install a safety chain or wire in order to prevent the vibrator from falling and po tentially causing injury if it comes loose from its mount otandard piston models should be mounted at least 15 degrees from horizontal Anything less than 15 degrees requires a spring SP model gt To ensure a fast start of the piston everytime Models 1 1 4 and smaller come stock with a spring PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM MOUNTING SUGGESTIONS Conical 1 2 Rectangular Rectangular Two Vibrators On Bin Bin Bin A Single Bin For course material mount vibrator 1 3 of the length L from the discharge opening For fine material mount vibrator 1 4 of the length L from the discharge opening For large bins mount two units 180 opposite 1 4 of the length L1 and 1 2 of the length L2 from the discharge opening One Vibrator For A Double Bin 4 IN CHANNEL 3 8 IN GUSSETS 4 IN SQUARE TUBING MOUNTING PLATE VIBRATOR Angle Iron Stiffeners Thin Skinned Bin DID VUE Stitieners Instead of Channel Iron Corner Mount PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBR
18. iston vibrators are available in many different configurations Your piston vi brator can be custom made to include features that will accomodate high impact low noise high amplitude and high temperature requirements Some models EM suffix can be equipped with an exhaust manifold to lead off exhausting air Contact VIBCO if you would like more informa tion Thank you for choosing VIBCO Vibrators AIR INLET PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORSGVIBCO COM MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKLIST THE 15 VOID IF VIBRATOR IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED DURING INSTALLATION FOLLOW AND CHECK OFF THE FOLLOWING STEPS AND YOUR VIBRATOR SHOULD PROVIDE YOU WITH YEARS OF TROUBLE FREE SERVICE 1 Select thickness of vibrator mounting plate and method of mounting 2 Determine the length of the channel iron 3 Weld mounting plate to channel iron 4 Determine where vibrator should be placed on the bin 5 Weld channel iron to bin 6 Place vibrator on mounting plate It is important that you check the mounting plate for any warping Follow bolt tightening procedure 7 Install safety chain or wire 8 Connect pneumatics NOTES ABOUT INSTALLATION If you have any questions consult the Mounting Instructions section of this manual or call VIBCO Technical Support at 800 633 0032 Mounting Plate For force up to 1
19. n Wood Bin Use steel plate on inside and bolt so that the vibrator sits 1 3 up bin side Isolate to outside mounting channel the plate from the concrete by using rubber vibration shock absorbers Consult VIBCO for detailed drawings PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM CHUTES In order to successfully move material in a chute the angle of repose of the material has to be known It can be found in most handbooks or can easily be measured by pouring a cup of the material on a table The angle between the table and the cone the material makes is the angle of repose To move the material in the chute it should be inclined no less than 1 2 of the angle of repose If this cannot be obtained a feeder is necessary to move the material For optimum performance follow these guidelines Force impact needed on vibrator is equal to weight of chute vibrator max material in chute Chutes must have an inclination of at least 10 for vibrators to be able to move the ma terial If inclination is less the chute has to be made into a feeder Contact VIBCO for selecting the proper size vibrator or ask for the bulletin covering chutes Chutes up to 6 ft are generally handled by one vibrator mounted approximately 1 3 from the discharge On chutes over 6 ft long two vibrators are needed one should be placed 18 24 inches from the discharge The other approximately in the middle Since chutes ar
20. ng the life of any pneu matic vibrator Dirty or moist air will harm the unit and impair it from operating at maximum ef ficiency and lowest air consumption Air Lubricator Lubricaton is required for the operation of the pneumatic piston vibrators The lubricator should be set at 1 drop for every 10 CFM the vibrator requires Use SAE 10 oil or lighter T Solenoid Air Flow Valve Regulator Valve Vibrator a To Control I Switch Air Air Lubricator Filter PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM 11 Maximum Air Pressure The operating pressure of the vibrator should not exceed 80 psi unless specially contructed for higher pressure standards by VIBCO Maximum Temperature The operating temperature of the vibrator should not exceed 200 F 93 C High temperature units are available 200 F IEEE i nm Figure 3 Figure 4 Not Recommended Safe Operation IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR LONG OPERATING LIFE Contaminated air will shorten the life of the vibrator considerably and will clog the critical clearance between the cylinder and the piston It will also increase the wear of the piston increasing the air consumption and diminishing vibrator efficiency Water in the air line will reduce the effectiveness of the lubrication necessary to make the unit operate and lubricate properly Water dirt and air lin
21. over 3 16 in weld the mounting plate to the legs of the channel iron see Figure 1 Drill and tap holes or use studded plate see Figure 1 or 5 Make sure the mounting plate does not warp or distort If this occurs straighten replace it or shim vibrator PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM DIFFERENT SUGGESTIONS FOR MOUNTING CHANNEL 1 Mounting plate welded to legs of channel iron 2 Mounting channel with mounting plate and holes drilled or tapped thru 3 3or4 in channel iron with holes drilled thru and nuts welded on back side or just holes drilled thru 4 Weld studs to back of channel CRACK SKIP WELD CHANNEL WELD 2 TO 3 INCHES SKIP 1 TO 2 INCHES AND REPEAT UNTIL O ALWAYS STOP WELDS 1 IN FROM ENDS TO PREVENT HEAT CONCENTRATION AND BIN SECURELY MOUNTED Placement For coarse materials the vibrator should be mounted approximately 1 3 of the distance from the discharge opening to the top of the sloped portion of the bin For fine grain materials place the vibrator approximately 1 4 of the same distance see different mounting suggestions on the fol lowing pages Welding Channel Iron to Bin Where possible the mounting plate or the channel iron should be placed 1 3 to 1 4 of the dis tance from the discharge opening to the top of the sloped portion of the bin Tact weld channel iron in place then weld intermittent welds 3 in to 6 in long with 3 in between them along the ent
22. rage Errors Shortages and Complaints Complaints concerning goods received or errors should be made at once Claims must be made within five days after receipt of goods Clerical errors are subject to correction Returning Parts Parts should not be returned to VIBCO without prior authorization Call VIBCO s customer service department at 800 633 0032 800 465 9709 in Canada for a Return Goods Authorization RGA number A return authorization will be faxed to you Return shipping must be prepaid Material returned may be subject to a 1096 restocking fee All returned shipments should clearly display your name address and original invoice number to ensure proper credit Orders for equipment built to specifications which vary from VIBCO s standard units are not returnable Responsibility VIBCO cannot be responsible for delays due to strikes accidents negligence of carriers or other causes beyond our control Freight Claims Should you receive a shipment from VIBCO which was damaged in transit file your claim with the carrier immediately All parts sold by VIBCO are on the basis of F O B Wyoming Rhode Island Product Changes VIBCO reserves the right to make changes in pattern design or materials when deemed necessary without prior notice or obligation to make corresponding changes in previous models Price Changes Prices are subject to change without notice Ordering Spare Parts Parts can be ordered through authorized distrib
23. rect sizes TO DETERMINE CORRECT AIR HOSE SIZE PISTON MIN AIR MIN FRL DIAMETER HOSE DIA THREAD DIA CFM These specs for installation of single unit for multiple F filter R regulator L lubricator units adjust to maintain CFM Flow Valve A simple flow control valve is recommended to allow tuning the vibrator to the desired force The air flow determines the force and frequency of the vibrator By throttling the air flow you can find the desired material discharge rate Watch for and avoid speeds frequency at which the binwall and the vibrator shake violently An increase or decrease of air flow usually stops the excessive movement and will smooth out the operation assuming the mount is rigid Quick Opening Valves Recommended between the air regulator and the vibrator so the air enters the vibrator at full starting force even with low regulator valve settings The only requirement is that you install the air regulator at least 12 inches away from the quick opening valve so that the air pressure between the two valves will build up enough to yield the necessary starting force Solenoid quick opening valves are suggested for automatic operations Automatic Timed Cycling is programmed with the timer usually directly connected to the bin or hopper gate switch When the gate is opened the timed cycling system is activated Air Filter It is recommended that you use an air filter in the line Clean air will prolo
24. utors or directly from VIBCO The following data should be provided when ordering From foot of housing Model of unit From spare parts list Reference number part number description and quantity required Shipping instructions opecify shipping point and method of shipping PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM NOTES PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM 29 VIBRATORS Corporate HQ and Factory REV235 13
25. wn NIGdel 50 2 18 z ea ENIM ME 19 Modello eee 20 EC 21 22 NI Ky C 23 Mee p RR 24 MOJO co ME 25 jeje O MR EI 26 Modeks 27 Warranty amp General Information 28 PHONE 1 800 633 0032 FAX 1 401 539 2584 WWW VIBCO COM VIBRATORS VIBCO COM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 WARNING Failure to read and follow these installation instructions and safety raki precautions could result in personal injury eguipment damage shortened service 1 is life or unsatisfactory equipment performance All information in this document is a vital to the proper installation and operation of the equipment It is important that all personnel who will be coming in contact with this product thoroughly read and understand this manual HOW IT WORKS Your new VIBCO pneumatic piston vibrator is constructed of fatigue resistant steel alloys which are heat treated to guarantee long service under high stress conditions The flat base plate provides an efficient transmission of the shock energy to the system which is developed by the reciprocating piston The repetitive hammer action of the vibrator on the apparatus to which it is attached is controllable by regulating the incoming applied air pressure Optional Features VIBCO pneumatic p
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