Accessories
ToolControl
The intelligent and practical tool change box. DSM offers the ToolControl in different designs.
ToolControl
The intelligent tool change box detects when a tool is removed. ToolControl then automatically calls up the correct sequence programme.
In the case of external presetting – e.g. by the control system – ToolControl shows the operator which tool is currently required in
the process.
Features
- Status messages via LCD plain text display (basic system only)
- LED status indicator for correct or incorrect tool
- Programme selection when removing the tool
- Programme selection with preset of the tool removal
- Processor-monitored tool removal
- Adapted tool inserts made of plastic
- Cascadable up to max. 32 tools
- Cast aluminium console housing with mounting brackets
Interfaces
- USB port for interface configuration
- System bus interface for communication with the control system
- Extension interface for further ToolControl modules
- Profibus, Ethernet interface for integration into the PLC
- RS232 interface
Dimensions and weight
- Dimensions (W) 300 mm x (D) 198 mm x (H) 130 mm
- Weight 3,6 kg
Designs
ToolControl Basic system with LCD plain text display
- TC8: for 8 tools up to max. 25 mm diameter
- TC4: for 4 tools up to max. 40 mm diameter
- TC2: for 2 tools up to max. 72 mm diameter
ToolControl extension system (without display)
- TC4‑E: for 4 tools up to max. 40 mm diameter
- TC2‑E: for 2 tools up to max. 72 mm diameter