Transparent polymer films are tested using the OCS Tape Line Type TCA® (tape). It is made up of two parts:
the OCS Measuring Extruder (ME) and the OCS Modular Film Analyzer with Calender (MFA-Calender). Our calendaring
system was created specifically for the wire and cable industry. It presses and cools both sides of the extruded
polymer film (tape), ensuring a smooth and consistent surface thickness for optical analysis..
A high-resolution camera system detects contaminants, gels, black specks, fibers, and metal particles in the Tape
Quality Analyzer (TQA100). The LASER Marking System (LM100) or the Label Printer (LP100) marks the detected errors.
The polymer film is then cut into strips and sorted into appropriate containers using the OCS Film Cutter and
Sorter (OFC100).
Testable Raw Materials: Pellets/transparent polymer films (tape), powder and flakes
Measuring Extruder (ME) comes with flexible height adjustment (infusion position)
Maintenance and cleaning positions of the Measuring Extruder (ME) can be approached via electric motor
Modular architecture of the Modular Film Analyser (MFA) to facilitate customisation of additional measuring devices
Operation via touch panel with data trend as well as optical and acoustic alarm functions
All system parameters are monitored and saved in the touch panel control system
Several options for data communication available
Measuring Extruder (ME20/ME25/ME30) with fix lip die of 50–75 mm
Modular Film Analyser with Calender (MFA-Calender)
Tape Quality Analyser (TQA100)
Volumetric Resistance Measurement (VRM)
The Volumetric Resistance Measurement (VRM) is an optional measurement system for the Modular Film Analyser
(MFA). It enables the inline determination of the specific electrical resistance of conductive polymer films.
The measurement is performed by means of a movable measuring head in which measuring and compensation
electrodes are integrated. Another feature is the easy operation of the Volumetric Resistance Measurement
via the touch panel of the MFA.
Testable Materials: Conductive polymer films (tape)
Features
Measuring head with several compensation electrodes
Easy operation via the touch panel of the Modular Film Analyser (MFA)
Security door (including sensor) for monitoring the measurement unit
Compatible with
OCS Tape Line (SSA)
OCS Modular Film Analyser (MFA)
Label Printer (LP100)
The OCS Label Printer (LP100) ensures the highest quality standards with regard to the
labelling of, and repair of defects on, polymer films. Simple operation enables reliable
and fast printing.
Features
Reliable and fast printing
Precise impression
Easy operation
Compact design
Meets the highest quality standards
Compatible with
OCS Tape Line
OCS Modular Film Analyser (MFA)
LASER Marking System (LM100)
The OCS LASER Marking System is designed and manufactured using state-of-the-art technology. The LM100 can be
used to mark or label defects on polymer films (tape). The labelling and marking settings as well as the power
of the laser can be configured with the operator software to the corresponding product requirements. The LASER
Marking System consists of laser, control and suction unit.
The laser unit essentially consists of a class 4 air-cooled laser, a two-part protective cover, a viewing window
and a pneumatically swivelling film guide. The laser unit has two air filters so that neither dirt nor dust
accumulates inside its CO2 laser.
Features
Laser unit with class 4 air-cooled CO2 laser
Two-part protective cover completely encloses the danger area
Two air filters prevent dirt and dust from accumulating in the laser unit
LED lighting
Pneumatically swivelling film guide
Adjustable movement speed of the swivel arms
Viewing window on the laser unit
Operator software with a wide range of labelling and marking settings
Compatible with
OCS Tape Line
OCS Modular Film Analyser (MFA)
Film Cutter and Sorter (OFC100)
The OCS Film Cutter and Sorter (OFC100) performs two tasks in one system. First, it continuously shreds the
polymer film into sections of consistant length (specified value) and ejects them. The ejected film cuttings
are then collected in a collection container. The OFC100 automatically sorts out the marked and contaminated
film sections with the help of the software. These marked sections are significantly longer for purposes of
further analysis and are ejected separately via the sorting ejector into another collection container. Here,
too, the length of the marked film sections can be defined.
Features
Automated cutting and sorting unit
Consistent and definable section length
Working width of up to 100 mm
Material thickness of 500 μm
Automatic sorting of the contaminated/non-contaminated strips into the respective collection container
Cutting unit completely enclosed and locked by safety circuit and electrical door interlock