Model 340 Tying System Brochure

© 2011 Leggett & Platt, Incorporated · 10845_0811 a division ofSYSTEMS® wire-tieL&P340 Wire Tier20 years of proven dependability.• Adaptable to 2-ram balers.• Assembled on EZ mount frame for ease of application (with debris guards).• Tilt-back head for ease of field maintenance.• 360° wire feed provides total layout flexibility.• Track system made of top-quality, heat-treated steel, which helps prevent rust and keeps track clean.• Triple-grooved pinch wheels for extended wear life.• 8-sided wire-cutter insert for extended use.• Proximity switches to reduce wear and increase reliability.• ANSI B-11-compliant safety interlocks.• High-efficiency 4-twist knot produces the highest knot strength in the industry.• Uses the widest range of galvanized wire (10-13 ga.) of any tier on the market.• Designed to employ Super Hi-Ten and Premium galvanized wire.• Speeds – Typical cycle time is approximately 5 seconds, potentially producing up to 720 straps per hour.© 2011 Leggett & Platt, Incorporated · 10845_0811 a division ofSYSTEMS® wire-tieL&PGeneral Information SpecificationsSystem Includes Safety FeaturesWire Gauge 10-13 ga.Wire Diameter .091-.135 in (2.32-3.43 mm)Tensile Range 145,000-190,000 Psi (100-135 kg/mm2)Knot 4 twistsLength 9.5 in (240 mm)SpeedWire Feed and Tension Rate14 ft/sec (4.27 m/sec) standardTwist and Knot Eject 1.5 secWire Application Cycle Typically 4.6 - 5.2 sec..Overall cycle time is contingent on product size and baler openingElectricalControls Solid state Programmable Logic ControllerNEMA 12 standardNEMA 4 availableControl voltage 120 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz/10 amps120 VAC or 24 VDC handshake signals to auxiliary equipmentHydraulicsVolume 12 gal/min (45 L/min)Pressure 1700 Psi (1.19 kg/mm2)Temperature 110-130° F (43-54° C)• Hydraulically operated automatic wire tier• Custom designed EZ mount frame weldment• Track assembly to guide wire around product• Operator’s control panel• Manifold system hydraulics• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)• Lower track debris guard• Escapement & Pay-off Assembly• Conformité Européenne Directives (EC) conformity available• Wire feed and tension safety cover• Wire twist safety cover• Wire safety cover shield at upper left track corner• Wire overfeed controls• Automatic malfunction signal (with PLC controls only)340 Wire Tier Specifications