The TwinCAT 3 Weighing Library (TF3685) from Beckhoff adds a fast, precise scale for weight measurement directly into a standard machine control environment. This new PLC package, which supports manual and automatic triggering is also equipped with high-performance signal filtering. This eliminates the need for many standalone, single-purpose measurement and sensing systems that would require additional engineering time and effort to integrate with automation and controls equipment. The PLC package primarily focuses on dynamic weighing processes. The TwinCAT TF3685 PLC library can connect several load cells to form a complete scale while adopting the scaling of the measured values. Functions such as zeroing and taring are also covered by the new PLC function blocks.
