The VEGA semi-automatic ball winder is suitable to produce high-quality balls of wool, acrylic, mixed and fancy yarns, cotton and similar fibres.

 

The VEGA semi-automatic ball winder is available in the following versions:

 

• SCT.240 for balls from 20 to 150 grs, with a maximum length of 200 mm.
• SCT.280 for balls from 50 to 300 grs, with a maximum length of 290 mm.

 

TECHNICAL FEATURES:

 

Number of winding positions: 10, 12, 16 and 20.

 

Multi-language programmable operator panel where the following parameters can be set:

 

• Winding speed adjustable from 50 to over 1100 rpm.
• Beam movement (shape of the balls).
• Patterns and thread laying of the balls. The device is also able to change automatically ball patterns up to 3 times during the winding cycle to obtain more voluminous and softer balls.
• Pattern selection infinitely variable from 1:2,000 to 1:600,000.

 

The panel also displays useful messages for the operator, including:

 

• Alarm messages.
• Status of Input and outputs of the PLC and the encoders.
• Functional messages.

 

Selectable languages: Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German.

 

• Automation control through PLC with integrated motion control.
• Multicolour Tower lamp signalization.

 

The machine is also equipped with:

 

• Automatic opening and closing of the mandrels.
• Simultaneous calibration of the diameter of the mandrels.
• Automatic yarn cutting with tail-clamping device for the next cycle.
• Automatic yarn ends release device during the winding cycle.
• Movement of the spindle bank controlled by an oil-pneumatic cylinder.
• Cone holder reel suitable for all types of cones with reserve positions.
• Yarn-cutter knives made of hardened K100 steel.
• Timing belt transmission.

 

Safety equipment according to EU and US safety regulations:

 

• Photoelectric safety barriers (front and rear operator detection), SIL3 Type 4, interfaced with safety relays.
• Automatic safety gate that closes at cycle start and opens automatically when the machine stops or during the cutting cycle.

 

TECHNICAL DATA:

 

• Voltage: Three-phase 400V – 50/60 Hz + ground (other voltages on request).
• Total installed power: From 2.0 to 4.0 kW.
• Required air pressure: 6 bar.
• Air consumption: Max 10 Nl/min.
• Colour: Ivory white RAL1013 – Red RAL3000.

 

MANDRELS:

 

• FR Type rigid collapsible expansion mandrels.
• FU Type Spring expansion mandrels.
• HEX Type fixed mandrels (hexagonal).

SCT 240:Dimensions: see PDF file.
SCT 280:Dimensions: see PDF file.

 

OPTIONALS:

 

• Conveyor belt driven by inverter.
• Pneumatical creel for easier unwinding of yarn in cakes.

 

CE Declaration of Conformity in accordance with current regulations.