Shape Sorter v4.2
Our Flagship Model.
Our Shape Sorter sorts industrial diamonds or other grains of a similar size range based on their varying shapes. It includes an oscillating table, an oscillating storage reservoir, and 15 collection boxes.
Flexibility.
The shape sorter can operate in both manual and automatic modes. In manual mode, all parameters can be adjusted freely. In automatic mode, parameters for different materials are saved in product definitions, which can all be used in automatic operation.
The device is controlled using a separate tablet PC. The user-friendly interface allows for easy adjustments and monitoring, providing precise control over the device’s settings and operations.
Cutting Edge Technology.
Replication Guaranteed.
The table surface inclination can be adjusted using electrical drives, with the angles measured by sensors and displayed on the Tablet-PC.
The oscillation frequency of the table is electronically controlled, ensuring that fluctuations in the mains frequency do not affect the sorting process. An acceleration sensor is utilized for precise control of the oscillation amplitude, making the device insensitive to mains voltage changes. This electronic control system facilitates the replication of machine settings for sorting different materials.
Material Feeder.
Laser Light Monitored.
A continuous material feed is achieved through an electronically controlled vibrating conveyor, monitored and regulated by laser light barriers.
Operating Principle
The operating principle relies on the distinct movement behavior of particles on an inclined oscillating table.
The system effectively separates various shapes such as spheres, cubes, cubooctahedrons, broken particles, irregular shapes, and platelets.
During oscillation, diamonds are transported from the backside corner of the sorting tray towards the open edge with the collecting receptacles at the opposite corner.
Special Features.
- Tablet PC control
- Manual or automatic Mode
- Simple product database creation
- Protection cover against external influences like touches or air currents from air-conditioning
- Pivoting protective cover
- Insensitivity to mains frequency, fluctuations, system angle, and load
- Laser-controlled material supply regulation system
- Adjustable output particle feed rate
- Status signals „Feeder empty“ or „Feeder full“
- LED interior lighting
Laws of Physics.
Effectively Used.
The inclination of the sorting table produces the following effect:
- Blocky crystals, resembling rolling balls, move downward and collect in the lower boxes.
- Irregularly shaped crystals, unable to roll, are propelled upward by the oscillation and are collected in the upper boxes.
Optimal sorting angle and vibration amplitude must be selected based on the specific sorting task.
Technical Data
| Power supply | 230 V, 50/60 Hz, 4 A (100 / 115 V upon request) |
| Protection class |
IP 42 |
| Dimensions |
Closed: 100 x 97 x 140 cm, Opened: 100 x 97 x 210 cm |
| Weight |
ca. 125 kg |
| Inclination (max.) |
X-axis: 0 … 15°, Y-axis: 0 … 15° |
| Sorting tables |
Type 0: D46 … D76 Type 1: D91 … D126 Type 2: D151 … D251 Type 3: D301 … D601 Type 4: D601+ … |
| Edge length |
800 mm |
| Surface material |
Aluminium |
| Yield |
30/40 mesh: ca. 800 cts./h 40/50 mesh: ca. 500 cts./h 325/400 mesh: ca. 100 cts./h
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| Atmospheric conditions |
20 … 25°C / 45 … 60 % relative humidty |
| Cleaning |
With alcohol |
Technical Data (Feeder)
| Type | Closed-Loop Controlled Particle Feeder |
| Control range | 0 … 200.000 particles/min |
| Reservoir volume | ca. 3.5 liters |
| Material | Stainless steel |
Technical Data (Sorting Boxes)
| Quantity | 15 |
| Volume | ca. 500 ml |
| Material | Stainless steel |
Technical Data (Control Unit)
| Tablet PC | Raspberry Pi 10 |
| Software | VDiamant ShapeSorter v4.2 |
| Display | 7’’ Touchscreen |