7.7.7 Mode

The Mode Property provides information, how the throughput of the feeder is controlled.

Table 4 – FeedingModeEnumeration Definition
Name Value Description
ONLY_CONVEYING0The throughput is not controlled. The feeder only transports the material (e.g. by screw, conveyor belt) or the material is only falling through a feed opening
OTHER1Throughput is controlled, but in another mode than these below
GRAVIMETRIC2The throughput is controlled by a gravimetric dosing system.
VOLUMETRIC3The throughput is controlled by a volumetric dosing system.
LIQUID4The throughput of liquid material is controlled by a pump.
BATCH5

The throughput is controlled by a batch dosing system.

Note In this case, each material has an own feeder although there is only one physical system.