2021-12-06 — Branson™ GCX ultrasonic generators combine user-friendly digital controls, advanced performance features and a more compact size.
Branson™ GCX ultrasonic generators combine user-friendly digital controls, advanced performance features and a more compact size.
Emerson Sets the Standard for Precision Cleaning Performance BransonTM GCX Series Ultrasonic Generators and Accessories GCX technology advances enable more efficient power delivery and improved cost effectiveness for precision cleaning systems GCX Series Ultrasonic Generators and Accessories BransonTM GCX ultrasonic generators combine user-friendly digital controls, advanced performance features and a more compact size to precisely control the delivery of ultrasonic energy for precision cleaning systems. The GCX generator's touchscreen human/machine interface (HMI) eliminates older analog, push-button technology and offers a wider range of precise, digital settings. Its advanced, fully variable power control allows the user to vary the cavitational intensity from 20% to 100%, and a power modulation mode that can be set to automatically increase cleaning power fourfold when needed. GCX Generator 2 Cavitation "bubbles" induced by ultrasonics produce high forces on contaminants adhering to substrates such as metals, plastics, glass, and ceramics. Cavitation, in combination with heat and detergents, break the contaminants' surface tension, allowing the contaminant to dislodge from the surface being cleaned. GCX Series Ultrasonic Generators and Accessories Index Technical Information ·Wave Technology................................ 4 ·Sweep Mode........................................ 5 ·User Interface...................................... 6 ·Control Methods................................. 7 GCX Series Generators........................... 8 Immersible Transducers...................... 10 Ultrasonic Cleaning Tanks with Transducers................................. 11 Visit Emerson.com/Branson 3 Technical Information GCX Generators and Accessories Branson GCX generators from Emerson produce spherical ultrasonic waves that travel throughout the cleaning tank and produce a strong, uniform cavitation effect in the cleaning solution. In addition, a sweep mode acting in a narrow band of +/-1000 Hz above and below the tuned frequency creates an additional random wavelength pattern that improves energy distribution and cleaning. Spherical Waves Technology GCX Generator Spherical Waves FPO Transducers Branson stainless steel immersible transducers offer versatile ways to add ultrasonics to new or existing tanks. The performance of the Branson system is enhanced by our proprietary method of using a specialized bonding sheet to mount the transducer elements to the vibration plate. PZT Piesoelectric Ceramics Transmits the electric energy to mechanical vibration effectively Negative Vibration Plate Exposes the ultrasonic energy in a liquid Bias Bolt Draws the power of PZT by preloading Back Plate PZT ceramics and the front driver compose the resonance Positive Front Driver Generates the stable and constant ultrasonic vibration and transmits it in a cleaning solution through vibration plate Bonding Sheet Branson's proprietary sheet that enables effective transmitting and strong bonding 4 Visit Emerson.com/Branson Sweep Mode In Sweep Mode the operating frequency is modulated above and below the tuned frequency by between 100 Hz and 1000 Hz, which produces a random wavelength pattern in the tank. The Sweep Frequency and Sweep Rate (modulation cycles per second) combine to distribute the energy more evenly in the tank and improve cleaning performance. Sweep Frequency/Sweep Rate Band width of sweep frequency ( max - min) = 200 Hz +/-1000 Hz A min max RF Sweep range (+/-100 Hz +/-1000 Hz) t AMC 1 sweep cycle min = 39 kHz o = 40 kHz max = 41 kHz The sweep rate switch has two levels: Sweep Hi Sweep Lo 1000 sweep cycles/sec 80 sweep cycles/sec Key Features and Benefits Line regulation: A built-in circuit keeps the output constant if the power supply voltage fluctuation is within the range of 208V +/-10%. Load regulation: The system constantly monitors changes in load, depth, and temperature of the cleaning solution to deliver efficient ultrasonic waves at the optimum frequency. Power control: The ultrasonic output can be adjusted in the range of 20 to100% according to the cleaning materials. This output is proportional to the cavitation intensity and can be adjusted manually or continuously with the programmable logic controller (PLC). The output level is indicated by the value on the touch screen. Selectable sweep frequency: This permits the process engineer to select both band width and sweep rate to eliminate standing waves and improve ultrasonic activity distribution. Power modulation mode: Power modulation generates power bursts with a ratio of 4:1 between peak power and average power. Normally, the ratio of peak power to average power is 2:1. This feature improves cleaning effectiveness when using quasi-aqueous systems and liquids that are less prone to cavitation, such as hydrocarbon fluids. Automatic frequency tracking (AFT) function: The AFT circuit built into the oscillation circuit keeps pace with changes in cleaning conditions and oscillates at the optimum frequency. Visit Emerson.com/Branson 5 User Interface Facilitates setup and monitoring of the generator using the four-menu touch panel operation · Digital settings to setup operation mode, power level, sweep, timer function, etc. · Monitoring of the current ultrasonic oscillation and operation status · System information and language setting (English, Japanese, Chinese) · Sweep frequency and power control can be set in 1% increments, providing more precise control for accuracy and consistency. Four-screen Touch Panel HMI User-friendly, advanced 4-screen HMI provides easy access to system data and setup Dashboard Screen Setting Screen Mode System Information Screen RS-485 Communication By enabling the RS-485 communication feature and connecting it to your PC, PLC, or other communication system, it is possible to read real-time data of current time, ultrasonic power output, as well as system errors. Power Graph Screen Setting Screen for RS-485 6 Visit Emerson.com/Branson External Control Method The GCX Series ultrasonic generators allow for two control methods to be selected. OEM I/O Control Method · Simple wiring connection for external control · Available in the touch-screen HMI · For controlling one unit at a time OEM I/O Port (4 pins) OEM I/O Function (4 pins) Input Ultrasonic ON/OFF Output Ultrasonic Status signal GCX Back Panel OEM I/O Other functions, except ultrasonic ON/OFF, are controlled by Touchscreen HMI FULL I/O Control Method · Various setting/monitoring from external control · For controlling multiple units at the same time · For use if the touch screen is difficult to access Full I/O Port (D-Sub 25 pins) GCX Back Panel Full I/O All functions are controlled by external control signal The number of wires can be reduced by using an I/O relay box (optional product). Full I/O Function (25 pins) Ultrasonic ON/OFF Sweep ON/OFF Rate Hi/Low Input PWR MOD ON/OFF Power Control input (DC 0-10V) Power Control input (DC 0-20mA or 4-20mA) Inter lock Reset Ultrasonic Status signal Output Error signal Power level signal (DC 0-10V) Power level signal (DC 0-20mA or 4-20mA) Visit Emerson.com/Branson 7 GCX Series Generators GCX-L Low Frequency Generators The GCX-L ultrasonic generator has frequencies of 25 kHz and 40 kHz. It generates powerful cavitation in the cleaning tank and provides outstanding cleaning power. The ultrasonic transducers to be employed are individually designed and manufactured according to the size and specifications of the cleaning tank. GCX-L (25 kHz, 40 kHz) Model GCX-L-2512 GCX-L-2518 GCX-L-2524 GCX-L-2536 GCX-L-2548 GCX-L-4006 GCX-L-4012 GCX-L-4018 GCX-L-4024 GCX-L-4036 GCX-L-4048 Operating Frequency 25 kHz 40 kHz AC Supply Voltage 208V ~ 230V +/-10% Input Current (at 200V) 3.0A Max 4.0A Max 6.5A Max 7.5A Max 11.0A Max 2.0A Max 3.0A Max 4.0A Max 6.5A Max 7.5A Max 11.0A Max Transducer Elements 12 18 24 36 48 6 12 18 24 36 48 Nominal Power 500W 750W 1000W 1500W 2000W 250W 500W 750W 1000W 1500W 2000W GCX-H High Frequency Generators The GCX-H series ultrasonic generators for precision cleaning utilize a high-frequency range. They are available in three frequencies: 80 kHz, 120 kHz, and 170 kHz. The ultrasonic transducer to be used is individually designed and manufactured according to the size and specifications of the cleaning tank. There are two types of transducers: flange type and immersible type. GCX-H (80 kHz, 120 kHz, 170 kHz) Model GCX-H-8012 GCX-H-8018 GCX-H-8024 GCX-H-12012 GCX-H-12018 GCX-H-12024 GCX-H-17012 Operating Frequency 80 kHz 120 kHz 170 kHz AC Supply Voltage 208V ~ 230V C+/H-10A%RT Input Current (at 200V) 4.0A Max 5.5A Max 7.5A Max 4.0A Max 6.0A Max 8.5A Max 4.5A Max Transducer Elements 12 18 24 12 18 24 12 Nominal Power 500W 750W 1000W 500W 750W 1000W 500W 8 Visit Emerson.com/Branson GCX 4-Frequency Generators/Frequency Switching Controllers By using the GCX 4-frequency generator and frequency switching controller, four (or any three) frequencies can be freely selected and oscillated. Since ultrasonic cleaning can be performed by switching frequencies, it is very efficient and can be used as a means to evaluate the most efficient cleaning system. GCX-M (40 kHz, 80 kHz, 120 kHz, 170 kHz) Model* Operating Frequency GCX-M-4FQ06 GCX-MC404-6 GCX-M-4FQ12 40 kHz, 80 kHz, 120 kHz, 170 kHz GCX-MC404-12 GCX-M-3FQ06 GCX-MC403A-6 GCX-M-3FQ12 GCX-MC403A-12 GCX-M-3FQ18 40 kHz, 80 kHz, 120 kHz GCX-MC403A-18 GCX-M-3FQ24 GCX-MC403A-24 GCX-M-3FQ06 GCX-MC403N-6 GCX-M-3FQ12 80 kHz,120 kHz, 170 kHz GCX-MC403N-12 *GCX-M-4FQxx : 4 Frequency Generator *GCX-M-3FQxx : 3 Frequency Generator *GCX-MC : Frequency Switching Controller AC Supply Voltage 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% 208 ~ 230V+/-10% 100 ~ 240V+/-10% Input Current (at 200V) 3.0A Max 2.0A Max 5.0A Max 2.0A Max 3.0A Max 2.0A Max 5.0A Max 2.0A Max 6.0A Max 2.0A Max 7.5A Max 2.0A Max 3.0A Max 2.0A Max 5.0A Max 2.0A Max Transducer Elements 6 12 6 12 18 24 6 12 Nominal Power 250W 500W 250W 500W 750W 1000W 250W 500W Visit Emerson.com/Branson 9 Immersible Transducers Branson immersible transducers can provide ultrasonics to new or existing cleaning tanks in a variety of industrial settings. Type 316L stainless-steel construction permits the use of a wide range of cleaning chemistries and allows higher-temperature operation up to 100oC due to its highly efficient transmitting capability. Immersibles are available in multiple mounting configurations as shown below. They are also available in custom-made configurations based on user requirements. The standard 40 kHz transducer is capable of being driven by 40, 80, 120 or 170 kHz generators. Model 610-25-6 618-25-12 1012-25-12 1212-25-12 610-40-6 618-40-12 1012-40-12 1212-40-12 Operating Frequency 25 kHz 25 kHz 25 kHz 25 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz Nominal Power 250W 500W 500W 500W 250W 500W 500W 500W Transducer Elements 6 12 12 12 6 12 12 12 Dimensions (mm) 152 x 254 x 84H 152 x 458 x 84H 254 x 305 x 84H 305 x 305 x 84H 152 x 254 x 84H 152 x 458 x 84H 254 x 305 x 84H 305 x 305 x 84H Weight 8 kg 14 kg 14 kg 15 kg 8 kg 14 kg 14 kg 15 kg Select the blank of model name "" selecting the types "SB" "EB" "FC" "CB" as the mounting configurations. Hard-chrome plating is available as an option. Transducers and Mounting Configuration Illustrations Type SB (D) Type EB (G) Type FC (F) Transducer Flange Type with Mounting Illustration The flange type transducer was developed for bottom face installment, allowing greater use of tank space and easy access for cleaning. This flange type is available in a variety of transducer configurations to enable cleaning of complicated parts with degassed water solution. Branson transducers have a specially designed vibration plate that maximizes energy conversion efficiency. Flange Type 10 Visit Emerson.com/Branson Ultrasonic Cleaning Tanks with Transducers A variety of Branson ultrasonic cleaning tanks are available to meet your cleaning needs. Type 316L stainless-steel construction permits use of a wide range of cleaning chemistries. Ten standard sizes range from 10 to 142 liters capacities. All tanks have heaters that are controlled by thermostat. The 40 kHz tanks can be used with 80, 120 or 170 kHz generators. Model CH610-25-6 CH1012-25-12 CH1216-25-18 CH1620-25-24 CH2024-25-36 CH610-40-6 CH1012-40-12 CH1216-40-18 CH1620-40-24 CH2024-40-36 Operating Frequency 25 kHz 25 kHz 25 kHz 25 kHz 25 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz Nominal Power 250W 500W 750W 1000W 1500W 250W 500W 750W 1000W 1500W Transducer Elements 6 12 18 24 36 6 12 18 24 36 Tank Capacity 10 L 20 L 38 L 83 L 142 L 10 L 20 L 38 L 83 L 142 L Outer Dimensions (mm) 310 x 210 x 370H 360 x 310 x 370H 462 x 362 x 420H 565 x 460 x 520H 665 x 565 x 623H 310 x 210 x 370H 360 x 310 x 370H 462 x 362 x 420H 565 x 460 x 520H 665 x 565 x 623H Inner Dimensions (mm) 254 x 152 x 254H 305 x 254 x 254H 406 x 305 x 305H 508 x 406 x 406H 610 x 510 x 505H 254 x 152 x 254H 305 x 254 x 254H 406 x 305 x 305H 508 x 406 x 406H 610 x 510 x 505H Heater Capacity 700W 700W 1400W 2500W 2500W 700W 700W 1400W 2500W 2500W Heater Voltage 120/220V 120/220V 220V 220V 220V 120/220V 120/220V 220V 220V 220V Weight 12 kg 20 kg 30 kg 45 kg 62 kg 12 kg 20 kg 30 kg 45 kg 62 kg Cylindrical and Pentagonal Inline Liquid Processor These liquid processors can help speed up degassing, disintegration, dispersion, mixing, emulsification, or extraction. Liquids to be processed are passed through the tube and exposed to a very high intensity ultrasonic field. These designs ensure uniform ultrasonic activity throughout the cleaning solution. WF3-16 LP-680-20 LP-680-35 Model LP680-35 LP680-20 WF3-16 Operating Frequency 40 kHz 40 kHz 40 kHz Nominal Power 780W 450W -- Transducer Elements 35 20 16 Exposure Area 762 x ø162 457 x ø162 203 x ø73 Process Capacity 15 L 9 L 0.8 L Outer Dimensions (mm) 762 x ø305 457 x ø305 280 x ø260 Material SUS316L SUS316L SUS316L Visit Emerson.com/Branson 11 Service and Support Anywhere, Anytime Service Centers with Service Specialists Service Specialists Emerson's dedicated aftermarket service ensure 24/7 technical and onsite support, spare parts, preventive maintenance, calibration, and equipment evaluations to keep production flowing. 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