To Improve Feeder Performance, Start by Understanding Three Key Components

摘要

Many loss-in-weight feeders incorporate a screw as the feed device due to its wide feed-range capability. Each selected feed device has a range of available screws with different diameters and pitches. Each feeder supplier provides a range of models capable of providing feed rates over the spectrum of normal applications. The feed device is comprised of several components. Those discussed here are shown in the accompanying image.