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Flowsense

Product catalog summary
Sensor Overview
FlowSense sensors are engineered to detect seeds of varying sizes and speeds, adapting to environmental changes during seeding. They feature Intelligent Dust Compensation (iDC) and Intelligent Sensitivity Calibration (iSC) to ensure high accuracy and prevent false blockage alarms. Key features include high-definition flow detection, active noise filtering, and robust weather-proof housing.
Mechanical Overview
The sensors are constructed from high abrasion-resistant Polyamid6 plastic, reinforced with fiberglass, making them oil-proof and resistant to UV light and chemicals. They include a SnapLock-Tube Adapter for easy installation and cleaning.
Smart Functions Overview
FlowSense sensors use adaptive algorithms for seamless operation. iDC reduces the need for cleaning by compensating for dust on sensor optics, while iSC adjusts sensitivity for optimal seed detection. The sensor performs self-tests and uses an RGB status LED to indicate operational states and errors.
Sensor-Optics Overview
The optics are designed for full coverage detection with no dead space, using IR transmitters to ensure accurate sensing regardless of sensor inclination. It features high-speed digital signal processing and noise filtering.
Blockage Detection Overview
Advanced blockage detection technology differentiates between intentional seed rate changes and actual blockages, reducing false alarms. It can detect partial blockages and dynamically adjusts sensitivity to adapt to changing conditions.
X-LiNE Bus Overview
The X-LiNE BUS is a 1-wire communication protocol developed by Digitroll, allowing up to 48 nodes to connect. It features auto-addressing and continuous diagnostics for reliable operation.
Dimensions and Connectors
The sensor measures 140 x 53 x 71 mm and uses a 3-pin AMP Superseal connector for power and data connections.
Ratings and Specifications
The sensor operates on a supply voltage of 6 to 16 VDC with a maximum current of 100 mA. It is protected against reverse polarity and designed to operate within a temperature range of -10 to 85°C.
Protection Features
The device includes short-circuit protection with a resettable fuse, overvoltage protection via a surge suppressor, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) features. It complies with ISO 14982:1998 and 2004/104/EC standards for radiated RF emissions and immunity against RF radiation and conducted transients. ESD protection is tested to EN 61000-6-2:2005 standards.
Physical Specifications
The device measures 140 x 53 x 71 mm and weighs approximately 180 g. It is constructed from materials such as PA6-GF15, PA6-GF30, and polycarbonate. The connection cable has a PUR outer jacket.
Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature ranges from -10 to 85 °C, with storage temperatures from -40 to 85 °C. It is resistant to vibration, UV, water, oil, and dust, with an ingress protection rating of IP67.
Warranty
The product comes with a 2-year limited warranty, which is void if temperature limits are violated.
Detection Parameters
The device detects seeds, granular fertilizers, and microgranulates using an infrared LED light source. It has a homogenous detection zone and can detect particles as small as 0.5 mm at a frequency of up to 300 Hz.
Smart Features
Includes intelligent dust compensation and sensitivity calibration, with automatic cleaning alarms.
Connectivity
Utilizes Digitroll’s 1-wire BUS communication protocol.
Processor Unit
Features a Microchip PIC® processor with a clock frequency of 32 MHz.
Disposal and Recycling
Devices must be disposed of according to local laws, separate from household waste, to conserve resources and protect health and the environment.
Quality Management
Digitroll is ISO 9001:2015 certified for its quality management system, covering seed sensors, monitoring and control systems, and other AG electronic products.
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FLOWEENEE DATASHEET DIGITROLL Ltd. Banomkerti u. 63., 4200 Hajduszoboszlo, Hungary

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FLOWSENSE MECHANICAL FEATURES FLOWSENSE MECHANICAL FEATURES 1.0 SENSOR OVERVIEW Small or big, slow or speedy, all seeds are well detectable with the one-of a kind FlowSense sensors. FlowSense is the first smart seed sensor in the industry that continuosly adapts to the changing environment during seeding process. Time to time intelligently adjust itself to the optimum level of sensitivity, where actual seed flow becomes the best detectable and blockages are instantly alarmed. A unique novel seed sensing method enables differentiation between the seed rate reduction due to eventual blockage and...

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MECHANICAL FEATURES 2.0 MECHANICAL OVERVIEW Awareness of harsh working conditions was a guideline when creating FlowSense mechanical design. Sensor housings are made of high abrasion resistant Polyamid6 plastic, reinforced with fiberglass. Oil-proof, resistant to UV-light and chemical agents. Shorter installation time on seed tubes was in mind: cleaning is simple thanks to SnapLock-Tube Adapter that enables easy sensor opening. Sensor-head includes electronics and optical detectors Status LED (RGB) – Sensor shows the actual status on-site (normal operation, alarms, cleaning, SW update) Replaceable...

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FLOWSENSE SMART FEATURES 3.0 SMART FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW Seamless long life operation of FlowSense seed sensor is supported by smart functions to adapt it to the ever changing environment. Most smart functions are adaptive algorithms. 3.1 INTELLIGENT DUST COMPENSATION - iDC The sensor cleaning is rarely due, thanks to Intelligent Dust Compensation Function, so the operator can seed large areas without cleaning the sensors, allowing him exploit the short time for optimum seeding conditions. The dust test is an unmatched solution to determine sensor dust level, then iDC, relying on dust test information,...

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INTELLIGENT DUST COMPENSATION AND CALIBRATION 3.6 iDC AND iSC PROCESS The sensor can differentiate blockage-related reduction of seed counts from the reductions due to headlands, tramlines or shutoffs. When the sensor detects a ’no seeding’ state, starts Intelligent Dust Compensation and Intelligent Sensitivity Calibration processes. First the sensor reads optics dust level, and based on measured data, compensates the loss of sensitivity caused by the dust. In case of iDC process, the sensor is able to recognize if the sensor dust level is too high for operation, and launch an alarm for cleaning....

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FLOWSENSE BLOCKAGE DETECTION FIGURE 5-1: SEEDING STATUS AND BLOCKAGE DETECTION FLOWSENSE SENSOR SEED ROW SEED COUNT: GOOD SEEDING UNDERFLOW / OVERFLOW TOTAL SEED COUNT; GOOD SEEDING / UNDERFLOW / OVERFLOW SEED FLOW OK: SEEDING JjCKAGE PARTIAL BLOCKAGE 5.0 BLOCKAGE DETECTION OVERVIEW A brand new blockage detection technology allows differentiation between intent seed rate changes (e.g. VRA - variable rate applications) and eventual blockages on air seeders. This eliminates the often annoying false alarms that came when the seeder ground speed or the application rate was changing. Only real blockages...

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6.0 X-LiNE BUS OVERVIEW X-LiNE BUS, developed by Digitroll, is a 1-wire bus communication protocol. Nodes connecting to XLiNE BUS automatically determine physical sequence. FIGURE 6-1: X-LiNE BUS SEQUENCE 6.1 X-LiNE BUS MASTER The X-LiNE BUS Master device is the X-LiNE module. X-LiNE module regulates a half-duplex communication, diagnose bus and start autoaddressing process. Figure 6-1 6.2 X-LiNE BUS NODE X-LiNE BUS nodes are the sensors. Max. 48 node are connectable to a bus. 6.3 AUTO ADDRESSING During addressing procedure the Master recognize the physical orders of nodes and this is stored...

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TYPICAL APPLICATION FIGURE 6-3: EXAMPLE DIGITROLL Ltd. Banomkerti u. 63., 4200 Hajduszoboszlo, Hungary

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FLOWSENSE DIMENSIONS AND CONNECTORS TABLE 7-1: SENSOR CONNECTORS PINOUT (1) NOTES: (1) Connectors Type: 3-PIN AMP Superseal 1,5 series connector, TE connectivity MALE Part. No.: 282105-1, 281934-4, 282109-1 / FEMALE Part. No.: 282087-1, 281934-4, 282110-1 DIGITROLL Ltd. Banomkerti u. 63., 4200 Hajduszoboszlo, Hungary

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FLOWSENSE RATINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS POWER REQUIREMENTS 2-year limited warranty Violation of the mentioned temperature limits will void the warranty. NOTES: (1) The FlowSense Sensor incorporates a load short-circuit protection function. If the load short-circuits, the FlowSense Sensor will be turned OFF. The load short-circuit protection function will work if there is a current flow that is 2 times larger than the rated load current. (2) Do not use the product in atmospheres or environment that exceed product ratings. DIGITROLL Ltd. Banomkerti u. 63., 4200 Hajduszoboszlo, Hungary

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FLOWSENSE RATINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS DETECTION PARAMETERS NOTES: (1) Minimum requirements refer to high application rate seeding. High rate: above 200 Hz. At frequencies less than 200 Hz sensor accuracy is less dependent on particle size and air speed. (2) The minimum detectable object or particle size depends on the objects or particles speed and the sensors optical elements dust status. DIGITROLL Ltd. Banomkerti u. 63., 4200 Hajduszoboszlo, Hungary

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REVISION HISTORY DIGITROLL Ltd. Banomkerti u. 63., 4200 Hajduszoboszlo, Hungary

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Disposal and recycling information Digitroll Electronic Device disposal and recycling: You must dispose of Digitroll Electronic Device properly according to local laws and regulations. Because these devices contains electronic components, Digitroll Electronic Device must be disposed of separately from household waste. When a Digitroll Electronic Device reaches its end of life, contact local authorities to learn about disposal and recycling options. European Union—Disposal Information The symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product shall be disposed of separately...

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