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Middex Tool Monitoring Systems

Middex Controller WK2A Tool Monitor

Middex WK2A Broken Tool Detector

Reduce stocking cost, left/right sweeping from 15° to 270°
Increase production, fast cycle times, eliminated nuisance faults
Adaptable, works with negative or positive machine ground wiring
Versatile, outputs selectable npn, pnp, latching/non latching, inverting
Production increase, teach cycle on setup only, fast cycle times
Maintenance friendly, quick connect/disconnect plugs (supplied)
Low cost, works with WK2 sensors, same cables
Easy replaced, no additional parts needed to put in place of a WK2
Middex Controller WK2 Older Tool Monitor

Middex WK2 Older Broken Tool Detector

Increase up-time, shavings deflector prevents shavings build-up, nuisance faults
Absolutely coolant leak proof, IP68 or 20m (65 feet) of water depth protection
Less troubles, strong motor pierces coolant jets and moves shavings
Housing special steel chromed to withstand chemical and mechanical abuse
Your time is valuable, practically no maintenance
You have room, small diameter sensor, only 22mm (7/8")
Flawless signal generating, solid state electronics, wear resistant outputs
Stable running system, since 1978 experience in industrial electronics
Middex Controller WK2S Tool Monitor

Middex WK2S Broken Tool Detector

Adaptable, works with negative or positive machine ground wiring
Production increase, teach cycle on setup only, fast cycle times
Versatile, outputs selectable npn, pnp, latching/non latching, inverting
Maintenance friendly, quick connect/disconnect plugs (supplied)
Low cost, works with WK2 sensors, same cables
Easy replaced, no additional parts needed to put in place of a WK2
Tool friendly, speed and torque controlled for optimal contact
Longevity, solid state, wear resistant outputs
Middex Controller WK3 Tool Monitor

Middex WK3 Broken Tool Detector

Accurate, fast measuring, returns signal for out of place parts and tools instantly
Straightforward to use, teach cycle on setup only
Increased up-time, differential mode available
Reliable, bearing guided shaft for increased accuracy
Part and tool friendly, speed and torque controlled for optimal contact
Effortless maintenance, quick connect/disconnect plugs (supplied)
Middex Controller WK10 Tool Monitor

Middex WK10 Broken Tool Detector

Checking the length of a tool as it is returned to the magazine, rejecting length differences from the learned size
Angular resolution 0.01° or approximately 0.105mm with a 600mm probe length
No-flex carbon probe 8mm x 8mm for accurate test results
Scanning range 360°, no mechanical stop, no home position required
Scanning left or right hand
Scanning speeds range from 320ms (30°) to 750ms (270°)
Communication with open PLC machine controller via ProfiBus or ProfiNet
Middex Controller WK5 Tool Monitor

Middex WK5 Broken Tool Detector

Yes it can, it works especially for the smallest tools from 0.1mm (.004")
Tool friendly, speed and torque controlled and adjustable for optimal tool contact
Adaptable, works with negative or positive machine ground wiring
Outputs pnp (WK5/NPN unit npn) selectable latching/non latching, inverting
Wiring terminates in plugs, quick connect/disconnect plugs supplied
Increased production, teach cycle on set up only, fast cycle times
Saves space, will fit in tightest cabinets (only 23mm wide or less than one Inch)
Handy, sweep control for left or right hand sweeping
No restrictions, zero (home) position anywhere on 360°
Flawless signal generating, solid state electronics
Middex Controller WK1 Older Tool Monitor

Middex WK1 Broken Tool Detector

Increased production, teach cycle on set up only, fast cycle times
Absolutely leak prove, even under severe machining conditions
No restrictions, home position anywhere on 360°
Flawless signal generating, solid state electronics, wear resistant outputs
On order status, obtaining parts may take longer, replacement WK2A
Middex Controller BKS1S Two Tool Monitor

Middex BKS1S Two Tool Broken Tool Detector

Adaptable, works with negative or positive machine ground wiring
Flexible, outputs selectable npn, pnp, latching/non latching, inverting
Maintenance friendly, quick connect/disconnect plugs (supplied)
Increased production, teach cycle on set up only, fast cycle times
Versatile, use it for either one or two tools, selectable at the controller front plate
Sweep control for left/right tool completely user controllable
Low cost, same controller and sensor for either one or two tool monitoring
No restrictions, zero (home) position anywhere on 360°
Flawless signal generating, solid state electronics
Replaces BKS1, accepts cable with plug (older version) or open leads
Middex Controller BKS1 Older Two Tool Monitor

Middex BKS1 Older Two Tool Broken Tool Detector

Increased production, teach cycle on set up only, fast cycle times
Absolutely leak prove, even under severe machining conditions
Versatile, for either one or two tools, selectable at the controller front plate
Low cost, same controller and sensor for either one or two tool monitoring
No restrictions, home position anywhere on 360°
Flawless signal generating, solid state electronics, wear resistant outputs
A few controllers left in stock, replacement is BKS1S
Middex MTCE4(A) Signal Extender

Middex MTCE4(A) Signal Extender

Extending one input on the machine side to 4
Connect up to 4 tool monitors to the machine like it would be one only
4 inputs OK, 4 inputs NotOK to 1 output OK and 1 output NotOK
No changes necessary to the machine software
Will work with WK2A, WK5, BKS1(S)
Please note: Tool monitors operated with the MTCE4 will scan at the same time
Turn switch to select how many units are connected