coin sorting machines and processes for counting and sorting coins

摘要

In a coin sorter and method of counting and sorting coins of mixed denominations, the coin sorter comprises a rotatable disc and stationary sorting head with different exit paths around its periphery. Electrical coin sensors are located at fixed sensing stations and a position monitor monitors the movement of a sensed coin. Moreover, counting means for counting the coins of different denominations are used and, for controlling the movement of the coins, corresponding control means or circuits are provided. Also, the angular movement of the disc may be monitored by an encoder means. ??The circuit or control means may be used for pulsing a motor for rotating the rotatable disc on and off, or for stopping the rotation of said disc. IMAGE