Asymmetrical Recycler Timers generate a repeating ON/OFF output where the two time periods are independently adjustable (TON ≠ TOFF). This function (also called an asymmetric flasher) is ideal for duty-cycle control, pulsing, and intermittent signalling. Charter Controls supplies asymmetrical recycler timers primarily from GIC (with select models from HIQUEL), in compact DIN-rail and panel-mount formats.
🔧 Technical Highlights:
- Function: repeating cycle with independently adjustable TON and TOFF (TON/TOFF)
- Adjustment: front dials or keypad; fine and coarse ranges (ms, s, min, h depending on model)
- Supply voltage: wide-range 12–240 V AC/DC (GIC); fixed-voltage options available
- Outputs: relay SPDT (1CO) or DPDT (2CO); some models offer transistor/SSR output
- Mounting: 17.5 mm DIN-rail modules and panel-mount formats
- Indication: status LEDs for power and relay state; scale marks for TON/TOFF
- Start mode: selectable start with ON or start with OFF (model dependent)
- Accuracy & repeatability: industrial-grade timing stability; EMC-hardened design
- Contacts rating: typically up to 8–10 A (resistive)
- Compliance: CE and RoHS; designed for continuous industrial duty
✅ Benefits:
- Independent TON/TOFF gives precise duty-cycle control
- Simple, repeatable pulsing without PLC programming
- Wide supply range simplifies spares and standardisation
- Clear indication aids setup and commissioning
- Compact housings save panel space
🚀 Applications:
- Intermittent beacons, buzzers and stack-light pulsing
- Pulsed lubrication and dosing systems
- Duty-cycle control for fans, pumps and conveyors
- Cyclic testing and endurance rigs
- Periodic purge/flush or agitation sequences
Asymmetrical recycler timers provide robust, adjustable TON/TOFF cycling for repeatable process pulses and duty-cycle control in automation panels.