Drop Feeders

It’s a no brainer

No need to rack your brain over a feeding system; the SmartIR Feed Sensor from
AP can think for you. SmartIR utilizes infrared beams to detect feed so there are
no moving parts and no sensitivity adjustments.

The SmartIR Feed Sensor makes choosing a feed system sensor a no brainer for you!

Features & Benefits

• Fast and Easy Push Button Programming
• Digital Display and System Status LEDs
• Adapts to Nearly All Flexible Auger Systems
• Maximum Run Timer Prevents Feed Spills and Auger Wear
• On Delay Timer Prevents Feed System Short Cycling
• Alarm Contact Provides Notification of Out of Feed Events
• Auto-Reset Over Current Protection….No Fuses to Replace
  

New from Automated Production Systems ...the SmartIR utilizes Infrared Sensing Technology to detect the level of feed and control all functions of your feed delivery system. SmartIR requires no sensitivity adjustment and is not affected by changes in temperature, humidity, moisture content or feed type.

The optional SmartIR Protective Cover safe guards the unit from damage by high pressure washers and incidental contact without obstructing operation or vision.

SmartIR’s Digital Display and Push Button Interface allows quick and precise adjustments to timer settings and access to all feed system status information at a glance. The large display is easily readable without entering the pen.

SmartIR’s On Delay Timer delays the restart of the feed system for a programmable period of time to prevent the occurrence of potentially damaging feed system short cycling.

SmartIR’s Maximum Run Timer shuts down the feed delivery system after the system operates continuously for a predetermined period of time preventing costly feed spills and feed system wear caused by bridged or empty feed bins.

SmartIR’s Alarm Contact can be wired to your Agri-Alert or other on site alarm system to provide immediate notice that the maximum run time has been exceeded indicating an out of feed event.

SmartIR’s Removable Feed Sensor Insert is designed for performance and serviceability. It features six independent infrared beams which must be simultaneously interrupted to deactivate the switch. The durable clear housing serves as a lens to protect the IR transmitters and receivers from feed, dust and moisture.

SmartIR’s 20 amp, 230 volt Internal Relay allows the sensor to be installed on all makes of flexible auger feed delivery systems without modifications.

Specifications

• 230 volt - Compatible with 1 PH and 3 PH Flex-Flo Control Units
• Motor Contact – 20 amp dry contact / Maximum 1.5 HP at 230V
• Alarm Contact – 1 amp/125V, dry contact
• On Delay Timer – Adjustable - 0 min. to 24 hrs.
• Max. Run Timer – Adjustable - 1 min. to 24 hrs.
• Over Current Protection – PPTC Auto Reset Fuses
• Dimensions - 12.0” H x 6.4” W x 7.5” D / Inlet – 3.4” ID / Outlet 3.5” OD
• Weight – 3.8 lbs.