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Heavy Duty Feeders
Look to FMC Technologies for exceptional value and performance in bulk material handling. For nearly
70 years, weve partnered with our customers to solve material handling requirements in the most
demanding and diverse industries and applications. Proven, low-maintenance and built to last, our
Syntron linebacked by our expert team of engineers and application specialistssets the standard
for quality, performance and reliability.
FMC Technologies is committed to complete customer satisfaction, with fast, efficient solutions for
most bulk handling applications. From state-of-the-art electronic data capabilities, to expert sales and
engineering support specialists, were focused on ensuring a smooth design, production and installation
processfrom start to finish. Once youre up and running, our customer service and field service teams
are on call 24/7 with technical assistance and service.
Heavy-Duty Feeders
The first name in vibration technology. Rugged and built to

last, Syntron bulk material handling equipment has a proven
track record for reliable, low-maintenance performance for a
wide range of industries and applications.
table of contents
Syntron heavy-duty
feeders
Syntron electromagnetic
feeders
Syntron electromechanical
feeders
16
Syntron RF electromechanical
feeders
18
Syntron MF electromechanical
feeders
20
Syntron SG-H mechanical

feeders
28
Recommended installation
guidelines
30
Increase bulk handling productivity with controlled

high feed rates that improve cost-per-ton handling
efficiency.
Heavy-Duty Feeders
Syntron Heavy-Duty Vibrating Feeders

Electromagnetic Feeder
Syntron Vibrating Feeders for heavy industry are ideal for feeding a
wide variety of bulk materials from storage piles, hoppers, bins and silos.
Rugged and dependable, Syntron heavy-duty feeders are backed by years
of service-proven performance in the mining, aggregates, glass, cement,
chemical, wood products and steel industries.
Syntron Vibrating Feeders are designed to increase bulk handling
productivity with high, controlled feed rates to improve cost-per-ton
efficiency. Electromagnetic and electromechanical models are available.
With capacity ranges from 25 to 4,000 tons per hour, these feeders are
ideally suited for high-tonnage feeding. Feeder selection should include
consideration of production requirements, material characteristics, and
operating environment.
Syntron F-Series
Electromagnetic Feeder
Electromechanical Feeders
Syntron Vibrating Feeders are sub-resonant tuned, two-mass, springconnected systems. These features enable Syntron feeders to work
consistently under material damping and other varying headload conditions
with negligible changes in trough stroke. Sub-resonant tuning maintains
stroke consistency and speed stability, thus delivering higher capacities
at controlled feed rates.
Precise, sub-resonant tuning is a key characteristic of both types of
Syntron vibrating feeders. Electromagnetic models are tuned through
careful calculation of the number and thickness of the special leaf springs
required to accomplish the desired tuning ratio. Electromechanical models
are tuned by adjusting the operating speed to obtain the exact tuning
ratio. Because sub-resonant tuning is so critical to feeder performance, a
detailed explanation is provided for electromagnetic feeders on page 6
and for electromechanical feeders on page 17.
Dependable, flexible control sets Syntron vibrating feeders apart from
other feeding and conveying machinery. Material feed rates are controlled
and easily adjusted with Syntron solid-state controls; a wide range of
standard and special models is available. Control devices can also be
supplied for integration into systems that use external signals from
automatic sensing devices. In addition, control arrangements are available
for selecting and sequencing a group of feeders.
Syntron MF Electromechanical
Feeder
Syntron RF Electromechanical
Feeder
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Syntron electromagnetic feeders
Syntron Heavy-Duty Electromagnetic Feeders

Bulk material feeding with full-range control.
Syntron Heavy-Duty Electromagnetic Feeders come in ten
different models with capacities
ranging from 25 to 1600 tons per
hour.* These versatile feeders are
capable of handling a variety of
materials from the finest powders
to large, coarse particles.
Syntron Electromagnetic Feeders
can be supplied in various configurations including multiple- drive
units and above-deck drive units.
Above-deck drive units are recommended where there is insufficient
space below the trough.
Syntron Electromagnetic Feeders
require minimal maintenance as
there are no mechanical parts to wear
out, such as cams, eccentrics, belts
and bearings thus eliminating
the need for lubrication. All movement is confined to the heavy-duty
leaf springs. Electrical components,
such as the coil, will provide years
of service under normal operating
conditions. Dust-tight drive units
are standard on all models.
Dependable, flexible controls provide
easily adjustable feed rates with
instantaneous response. A variety
of controls with special control
arrangements are available.
(For more information on
electromagnetic feeder controls,
see pages 14 and 15.)
Syntron F-450 Electromagnetic Feeders feed sand in a glass factory.
Electromagnetic Feeder Features

Dust-tight and maintenance-free drive units
Above- or below-deck drive units
Two-mass, spring-connected, sub-resonant tuned
High frequency - 3600 VPM at 60Hz
Stroke - 0.060 inches
Stroke generated by creating a magnetic field
Suspension mount, base mount or combination of both
Bolt-in replacement trough liners
Multiple-drive unit feeders available
* Based on dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic foot. Capacities vary depending on drive unit location, material characteristics, material
density, trough length and width, trough liner type, feeder installation, skirt boards and hopper transitions.
Syntron F-380 Electromagnetic Feeder with

above-deck drive unit evenly distributes parts at a
consistent rate to a heat treatment furnace.
Feeding gypsum with Syntron model F-380

Electromagnetic Feeder.
Syntron Electromagnetic
Feeders are normally installed
by suspension mounting with
four flexible wire rope cables.
They can also be supplied for
base mounting on a solid base,
or with a combination of base
mounting and suspension
mounting.
Syntron Electromagnetic Feeders are ideal for use in a stationary operation such
as a tunnel system from a surge pile. They are usually controlled from a remote
point to provide the desired feed rate. In this application,
a model FH-22 feeds limestone to a belt conveyor.
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Syntron electromagnetic feeders, contd.
Sub-Resonant Tuning for Electromagnetic Feeders

Low sub-resonant tuning is the
key characteristic of Syntron
electromagnetic feeders, making
them the most stable and consistent
feeders available on the market.
Feeder tuning involves adjustment
of the natural frequency of the
feeder in relationship to its
operating frequency. If the operating
frequency is greater than the natural
frequency, the feeder is superresonant tuned, making it very
unstable under headload.
Conversely, if the natural frequency
is greater than the operating
frequency, the feeder is sub-resonant
tuned, making it more consistent
and stable under headload.
Electromagnetic feeders are tuned
through careful calculation of the
number and thickness of the special
leaf springs required to accomplish
the desired tuning ratio.
Regardless of manufacturer, all
heavy-duty, two-mass electromagnetic vibrating feeders are
sub-resonant tuned. For sub-resonant
tuned feeders, the distance from
resonance is critical to feeder performance. Most manufacturers tune
their feeders closer to resonance,
while Syntron electromagnetic
feeders are tuned further from
resonance.
The operating frequency of all Syntron Heavy-Duty Electromagnetic Feeders

is checked at our test stations before shipment.
Material damping and other

variations in headload cause
fluctuations in capacity and feed
rates of all sub-resonant tuned
feeders. Because Syntron electromagnetic feeders are tuned further
from resonance, capacity and feed
rates remain more stable and
consistent even when the feeder is
subjected to material damping and
other variations in headload.
This is why Syntron electromagnetic

Feeders are the best solution for
rugged material handling
applications.
Electromagnetic Feeder Specifications

Model FH-22
Trough
WxL
Approx.
tph
Approx.
(460 V)
Model
12 x 60
18 x 42
24 x 42
45
110
150
5 Amps
5 Amps
5 Amps
CRSDC-2C
CRSDC-2C
CRSDC-2C
Approx.
Wt. (lb) Feeder/Control
480
460
480
575
555
575
Based on feeder with 10 down slope, below-deck drive unit,

installed with proper hopper transition and skirt board arrangement,
feeding dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic foot. 230/460/575
Volt 60 Hz Single-Phase. 230/380/415 Volt 50 Hz Single-Phase.
Above-deck drive units are available. Base mounting is available.
Please request a certified drawing for installation.
A
E
66 1/2
16 1/2
21 1/2
8 1/4
47 3/4
10 1/2
18 3/4
in
mm
12
305
60
1524
5
127
6 1/2
165
1689
23
584
17 1/2
445
419
546
210
1213
267
476
19 3/4
502
in
mm
18
457
42
1067
5
127
15 5/16
389
57 5/16
1456
26 3/4
679
17 1/2
445
18
457
23
584
8 5/16
211
40
1016
9
229
24 3/4
629
19 3/4
502
in
mm
24
610
42
1067
5
127
15 5/16
389
57 5/16
1456
32 3/4
832
17 1/2
445
18
457
23
584
8 5/16
211
40
1016
9
229
30 3/4
781
19 3/4
502
Trough
WxL
Approx.
tph
Approx.
(460 V)
Model
Approx.
18 x 60
24 x 48
30 x 36
110
150
200
Model FH-24
in
mm
in
mm
in
mm
18
457
24
610
30
610
B
60
1524
48
1219
36
914
5
127
6 5/16
66 5/16
160
5
127
12 5/16
5
127
600
600
600
650
650
650

installed with proper hopper transition and skirt board
arrangement, feeding dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic foot.
230/460/575 Volt 60 Hz Single-Phase. 230/380/415 Volt 50 Hz SinglePhase. Above-deck drive units are available.
Base mounting is available.

A
7 Amps CRSDC-2C
7 Amps CRSDC-2C
7 Amps CRSDC-2C
1684
28
711
19 5/8
60 5/16
32 3/4
19 1/4
313
1532
832
489
8 5/16
54 5/16
38 3/4
19 1/4
135
1380
984
489
498
H
18
457
18
457
18
457
23
584
8 5/16
47 1/2
10 1/2
24 3/4
211
1207
267
629
24 3/4
629
23
584
8 5/16
41 7/8
10 1/8
211
1064
257
30 3/4
781
19 3/4
502
23
584
8 5/16
37
940
9
229
36 3/4
933
19 3/4
502
211
Many other trough sizes are available. Capacities vary depending on drive unit location, material characteristics, material density,
trough length and width, trough liner type, feeder installation, skirt boards and hopper transitions. Cad drawings are available.
Please call FMC Technologies for expert help with your application.
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Electromagnetic Feeder Specifications, contd.
Model F-330
Trough
WxL
in
mm
in
mm
24
610
30
762
B
54
1372
48
1219
24 x 54
180
30 x 48
270
Control
Model
13 Amps CRSDC-2C
13 Amps CRSDC-2C
Approx.
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
1130
1130
1200
1200

arrangement, feeding dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic
foot. 230/460/575 Volt 60 Hz Single-Phase. 230/380/415 Volt 50 Hz
Single-Phase. Above-deck drive units are available.
Base mounting is available.
Approx. Approx.
Capacity Current
tph
(460 V)
6
152
21 1/16
75 1/16
35 7/8
22 1/2
535
1907
911
572
6
152
24 1/8
72 1/8
417/8
22 1/2
613
1832
1064
572
21
533
21
533
J
27
686
27
686
12
329
50 5/8
11 1/2
32 5/8
1286
292
829
24 3/4
629
13
330
50 5/8
8 1/2
1286
216
38 5/8
981
24 3/4
629
Control
Model
Approx.
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
15/16
Model F-380
Trough
WxL
24 x 60
30 X 60
36 x 48
180
300
350
18 Amps CRSDC-2C
18 Amps CRSDC-2C
18 Amps CRSDC-2C
1370
1400
1400
1400
1450
1450

Single-Phase.

A
Approx. Approx.
Capacity Current
tph
(460 V)
781/8
35 7/8
23 1/4
22 3/4
28 3/4
12 7/8
50 3/4
14 1/2
32 5/8
in
mm
24
610
60
1524
6
152
18 1/8
460
1984
911
591
578
730
327
1289
368
829
32
813
in
mm
30
762
60
1524
6
152
18 1/8
460
78 1/8
1984
41 7/8
1064
23 1/4
591
22 3/4
578
28 3/4
730
12 7/8
327
50 3/4
1289
14 1/2
368
38 5/8
981
36
91
in
mm
36
914
48
1219
6
152
24 1/8
613
721/8
1832
47 7/8
1016
23 1/4
591
22 3/4
578
28 3/4
730
12 7/8
327
50 3/4
1289
81/2
216
44 5/8
1133
26 1/4
666
Model F-440
Trough
WxL
30 X 72
300
36 X 60
350
Control
Model
20 Amps CRSDC-2C
20 Amps CRSDC-2C
Approx.
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
2400
2400
2475
2475

Single-Phase.

A
Approx. Approx.
Capacity Current
tph
(460 V)
98 3/16
43 1/2
34 3/4
17 3/16
59 9/16
21 7/16
40 1/4
in
mm
30
762
72
1829
7
178
26 3/16
665
2494
1105
33
838
27 3/4
705
883
437
1513
545
1022
37 3/4
959
in
mm
36
914
60
1524
7
178
32 3/16
818
92 3/16
2342
49 1/2
1257
33
838
28 1/4
718
35 1/4
895
17 3/16
437
59 9/16
1513
15 7/16
385
46 1/4
1175
37 3/4
959
Model F-450
Trough
WxL
in
mm
in
mm
36
914
42
1067
B
72
1829
60
1524
36 X 72
350
42 X 60
550
Control
Model
25 Amps CRSDC-2C
25 Amps CRSDC-2C
Approx.
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
3125
3100
3200
3250

Single-Phase.

A
Approx. Approx.
Capacity Current
tph
(460 V)
7
178
26 3/16
98 3/16
47 5/8
665
2494
1210
7
178
32 3/16
92 3/16
53 21/32
818
2342
1363
33
838
29 3/8
36 3/8
17 7/16
59 7/8
20 7/8
44 5/8
746
924
443
1521
530
1133
37 3/4
959
33
838
11/32
29
745
11/32
36
923
17 7/16
443
13/16
59
1519
15/16
14
379
50 21/32 37 3/4
1287
959
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Electromagnetic Feeder Specifications, contd.
Model F-480
Trough Approx. Approx.
W x L Capacity Current
tph
(460 V)
550
48 X 72
700
31.5 Amps CRSDC-2C 4100

4200
4100

foot. 460/575 Volt 60 Hz Single-Phase. 380/415 Volt 50 Hz
Single-Phase.

A
42 X 84
Approx.
Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
Model Wt. (lb) Feeder/Control
107 15/16
54 3/8
11/16
11/16
in
mm
42
1067
84
2134
7
178
23 15/16
608
2742
1381
33
838
30
779
in
mm
48
1219
72
1829
7
178
28 1/16
713
100 1/16
2542
60 3/8
1534
33
838
27 13/16 34 13/16
706
884
37
957
17 7/16
71 1/2
1816
19
483
50 3/4
443
1289
51
1295
17 1/2
445
61 5/8
1565
21
533
56 3/4
1441
57
1448
Control
Model
Approx.
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
Model F-560
Trough Approx. Approx.
W x L Capacity Current
tph
(460 V)
54 X 72
in
mm
54
1372
B
72
1829
27 Amps CRSDC-2C
8500
9000

Single-Phase.
Above-deck drive units are available. Base mounting is
available.

A
800
8
203
48 3/8
120 3/8
66 3/4
51 1/2
35 1/2
43 1/2
21 3/8
1229
3058
1695
1308
902
1105
543
80
2032
19
483
63
1600
63 1/2
1613
10
Model F-660
Trough Approx.
W x L Capacity
tph
60 X 90
in
mm
60
1524
B
90
2286
C
8
203
D
40
1016
Approx.
Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
9300

Single-Phase.

A
1000
Approx.
Current
(460 V)
130
3302
72 1/2
51 1/2
39 1/2
47 1/2
21 1/2
1842
1308
1003
1207
546
96
2438
15 1/2
69
1753
63 1/2
1613
394
Model F-88
in
mm
72
1829
B
96
2438
8
203
49 9/16
145 9/16
1259
3697
Approx.
Current
(460 V)
72 X 96
70 Amps
1600
Approx.
Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
CRSDC-3C 11400
12000

Single-Phase.

A
Trough Approx.
W x L Capacity
tph
87
2210
51 1/2
40 3/32
48 3/32
22 3/4
103 9/16
19 1/4
1308
1018
1222
578
2630
489
82
2083
63 1/2
1613
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Electromagnetic Feeder Troughs
Syntron Electromagnetic Feeder models FH-22 through F-88 can be furnished with standard flat-bottom troughs, special flat-bottom troughs or
belt-centering discharge troughs.
Drive units can be positioned either above or below the trough. A below-deck
drive unit is most commonly used, but above-deck drive units can be
supplied for installations where there is insufficient space below the trough.
However, an above-deck drive unit may reduce feeder capacity slightly.
Standard flat-bottom trough,

below-deck drive unit.
Capacities for feeder models with standard troughs are based on dry sand
weighing 100 pounds per cubic foot. Capacities vary depending on drive unit
location, material characteristics, material density, trough length and width,
trough liner type, feeder installation, skirt boards and hopper transitions.
Several trough options are available for special applications. Syntron extralong feeder troughs can be supplied with either below-deck or above-deck
multiple electromagnetic drive units. Extra-long feeder troughs provide many
advantages in conveying materials over long distances; unlike belt conveyors,
there are no idlers or pulley drive units to wear, lubricate, or replace. Long
tubular troughs can convey pure, clean materials without atmospheric contamination and safely convey dusty, poisonous materials without endangering
processing personnel.
Tubular trough, below-deck

drive unit.
Other trough options include:

Syntron vibrating inspection tables feed material forward at a smooth,
controlled rate of flow. This enables an operator to remove material
that does not meet specification.
Flat bottom trough, above-deck

drive unit.
Syntron spreader feeders spread a wide, even layer of material with

a diagonal discharge trough or diagonal-slotted trough.
Electrically heated trough liner plates minimize accumulation of damp or
wet materials in feeder troughs. Available only on specially designed feeders,
heated liner plates increase feeder efficiency by eliminating the downtime
required to clean troughs. They are especially effective for materials with
moisture contents ranging from five to fifteen percent. The electric heating
element is insulated and sandwiched between two steel plates.
Other Trough Options Include:
Covered Trough with Dust Seals

Open Trough with Dust Seals
Screening Feeders
Diagonal Discharge Trough
Belt-Centering Discharge Trough
Trough Liner Options Include:

T-1A
AR-400
AR-500
Stainless Steel

Diagonal discharge spreader feeder.
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UHMW Plastic
Rubber
Ceramic
Carbide Overlay
Multiple-Drive Unit Electromagnetic Feeders

Syntron Electromagnetic drive units can be
combined to create feeders ideally suited for special
applications.
Multiple-drive units, positioned one behind the other,
result in a long, vibrating conveyor. When an especially
wide material layer is desired, multiple-drive units can
be placed side by side on extra wide feeder troughs.
The number of drive units required is determined by
the trough width and length.
Dual-twin drive units two sets of twin drive units,
one set placed behind the other provide both
increased capacity and the ability to handle exceptionally
heavy loads.
Sixteen foot, triple drive unit Syntron F-440

Electromagnetic Feeder conveyor.
The material flow rate of all multiple-drive unit models

can be easily regulated. A special control permits
adjustment of all drive units simultaneously to control
the flow rate of the entire feeder.
Syntron F-560 Electromagnetic Feeder with two

drive units.
Electromagnetic drive units with tubular trough.
An eight-foot wide by twenty-four inch long trough

powered by four Syntron F-330 electromagnetic drive
units.
A selection of some of the available multiple-drive

unit configurations.
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Syntron Heavy-Duty Electromagnetic Feeder Controls
Syntron Electromagnetic Feeder

Controls are state-of-the-art, solidstate units that control material
flow.
Syntron controls provide infinite
variable control of material feed
rates. The CRSDC-2C Series controls are the standard for Syntron
Heavy-Duty Electromagnetic
Feeders. They operate on halfwave rectification of AC power
and provide adjustable control
with a 10:1 turndown ratio.
CRSDC-2C controls contain an
SCR (silicon controlled rectifier)
and produce 3600 vibrations per
minute at 60 Hz operation.
Electromagnetic Feeder Controls

Control
Dimensions (inches)
Net
Weight
(lb)
FH-22 through F-660
20 W 20 H 9 D
53
F-88
24 W 24 H 14 D
72
Feeder Model
These compact controls conform to

National Electrical Manufacturers
Association (NEMA) standards.
They are designed for easy
servicing or part replacement.
In addition to the standard
features, a wide range of optional
functions are available for the
CRSDC-2C series controls. Basic
control arrangements are
described on the next page.
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CRSDC-2C Series Electromagnetic Feeder Control
Syntron Heavy-Duty Electromagnetic Vibrating Feeder Controls
Solid-state DC signal controls accept a variable dc signal from an

external source and use it to vary the feed rate.
Standard Solid-State DC Signal Control
Solid-state load monitoring controls sense the electrical load on

process equipment motors to determine when the machine is
approaching an overload or underload condition and automatically
adjust feeder output to correct machine loading.
Solid-State Load Monitoring Controls
Remote controls permit manual adjustment of the feeder flow rate

from a remote station located at a distance from the feeder.
Remote Control
Constant-stroke controls automatically maintain the trough stroke

at any pre-set rate through the use of a trough-mounted inertial
stroke transducer (IST).
Constant-Stroke Control
Perfect for batch weighing or bagging operations. External

scale switches connected to the control automatically signal
primary fast material flow, secondary dribble flow and instant
shut-off at exactly the pre-selected weight.
Two-Rate Automatic Scale Control
Solid-state proportional controls permit individual material flow

settings on multiple feeders for a desired blend of materials. A
master control potentiometer permits simultaneous flow rate
regulation of all the feeders.
Solid-State Proportional Controls
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Syntron electromechanical feeders
Syntron Electromechanical Feeders

Increase bulk handling productivity with controlled high feed rate units.
Syntron Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Feeders
are available in a number of models with capacities
ranging from 100 to 4,000 tons per hour.* Abovedeck drive units are available, but will provide
slightly lower capacities.
Syntron Electromechanical Feeders are ruggedly
constructed to reduce maintenance and improve
production efficiency.
Controls
Dependable, flexible solid-state control sets Syntron
heavy-duty feeders apart from other feeding and
conveying machinery. Feed rates are easily adjusted.
Response is instantaneous. Control devices can be
supplied for integration in systems using external
signals from automatic sensing devices in instruments. Special control arrangements are also
available for selecting and sequencing a group of
feeders.
Syntron RF-120 Electromechanical Feeder handles medium

loads.
Variable frequency controls for RF and MF feeders

provide linear feed rate and are available for either
local or remote control operation. Control components are enclosed in a sturdy wall-mounted enclosure, and are available in general purpose, dusttight, watertight or explosion-proof construction.
For more information about electromechanical
feeder controls, see page 27.
Trough Selection
Feeder troughs for RF and MF feeders are one-piece
unitized weldments providing a rigid durable
trough to meet application requirements. Troughs
with bolt-together construction are available for
tunnel installations or other confined areas.
Standard finish includes a heavy-duty epoxy
enamel. Stainless steel troughs are also available.
Special coatings and trough liners are available
options to satisfy application requirements.
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Syntron MF-200 Electromechanical Feeder feeding rock

from primary crusher to belt conveyor.
* Based on dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic

foot. Capacities vary depending on material density,
trough liner type, trough length, trough width, hopper
transitions and skirt board arrangement.
Sub-resonant Tuning for Electromechanical Feeders

Stroke consistency and speed stability for high-capacity feeding.
Low sub-resonant tuning is the key characteristic of Syntron electromechanical
feeders, making them the most stable
and consistent feeders available on the
market.
Sub-Resonant Tuning for

Electromechanical Feeders
Feeder tuning involves adjustment of the

natural frequency of the feeder in
relationship to its operating frequency.
If the operating frequency is greater
than the natural frequency, the feeder is
super-resonant tuned, making it very
unstable under headload. Conversely, if
the natural frequency is greater than the
operating frequency, the feeder is subresonant tuned, making it more consistent
and stable under headload.
Regardless of manufacturer, all heavy-duty,
two-mass electromechanical vibrating
feeders are sub-resonant tuned. For subresonant tuned feeders, the distance from
resonance is critical to feeder performance.
Most manufacturers tune their feeders
closer to resonance, while Syntron feeders
are tuned further from resonance.
Material damping and other variations in
headload cause fluctuations in capacity
and feed rates of all sub-resonant tuned
feeders. Because Syntron electromechanical feeders are tuned further from resonance, capacity and feed rates remain
more stable and consistent even when the
feeder is subjected to material damping
and other variations in headload. In
addition, Syntron electromechanical
feeder design incorporates internal
damping, which contributes to their
stability and consistency.
On the comparison chart (Figure 1),
curve 1 represents a typical competitive
feeder in a no-load state without internal
damping. Curve 2 represents a Syntron
feeder in a no-load state with internal
damping. Curve 3 represents a feeder
with material headload and associated
Figure 1. Comparison of Tuning Ratios
damping. Because Syntron feeders are

tuned further from resonance and are
designed with internal damping, it is
evident that the loss in relative trough
stroke under headload for a Syntron
feeder (Y) is negligible as compared to a
substantial loss in relative trough stroke
for competitive feeders (X). This is why
Syntron electromechanical feeders are
more consistent and stable than any
other feeder, even when subjected to
material damping and other variations
in headload.
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Syntron RF electromechanical feeders
RF Medium-Duty Electromechanical Feeders

These master material movers can feed it all.
Syntron RF Medium-Duty Electromechanical
Vibrating Feeders meet the varying, mid-range
bulk material handling needs of industry.
Capable of handling a wide range of materials,
these two models provide feed rate capacities
from 100 to 600 tons per hour.*
Syntron RF feeders are two-mass vibrating
units; the trough is one mass and the exciter
unit is the other. The exciter is belt-driven by a
standard-frame induction motor and connected
to the trough with long-life polymeric shear
springs. The ball bearings in the exciter unit
have a minimum life expectancy of 20,000 L10
hours.
Variable pitch motor sheaves provide a positive
method of tuning. This Syntron design permits
higher feed capacities from smaller trough
sizes, enabling you to select a more economical
unit to meet your capacity requirements.
Two Syntron RF medium-duty electromechanical feeders

feeding coal onto a belt conveyor.
Variable operating speeds and trough stroke,

combined with the damping characteristics of
polymeric shear springs, are significant factors
in the performance capabilities of Syntron RF
Medium-Duty Electromechanical Feeders.
All Syntron RF Feeder motors are labeled for
inverter duty and vibration service and are
furnished with a cast-iron frame. Special motors
can be supplied to meet UL explosion-proof
requirements.
* Based on dry sand weighing 100 pounds per
cubic foot. Capacities vary depending on
material density, trough liner type, trough
length, trough width, hopper transitions and
skirt board arrangement.
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Syntron RF Electromechanical Feeder
RF Medium-Duty Feeder Specifications

Model RF-80
Trough
WxL
Capacity HP
Approx.
Control Net
Ship Wt.

Current (460 V) Model Wt. Feeder/Control
30 x 48
30 x 54
400
400
1
1
1.5
1.5
VF-1S 1150
VF-1S 1200
1350
1400
Based on feeder with 10 down slope, below-deck drive unit, installed

with proper hopper transition and skirt board arrangement, feeding
dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic foot. 230/460/575 Volt 60 Hz
Single-Phase. 230/380/415 Volt 50 Hz Single-Phase.
A
S max S min
W
1
25
in
30
48
7
4 50 3/16 43 1/4 22 1/2 16 1/8 24 3/8
mm 762 1219 178 102 1275 1099 572 410 619
7 3/8
187
39 7/8 6 5/8
1013 168
36 3/4
933
42
1067
17
432
6
152
5
1
127 25
in
30
54
7
4 51 3/8 43 1/4 22 1/2 15 7/8 25 1/4
mm 762 1372 178 102 1305 1099 572 403 641
7 3/8
187
46 1/4 6 3/4
1175 171
36 3/4
933
49
1245
24
610
6
152
5
2
4
127 51 102
Model RF-120
Trough
WxL
Capacity
HP
36 x 60
36 x 72
600
600
2
2
Approx.
Control Net
Ship Wt.
Current (460 V) Model Wt. Feeder/Control
3.0
3.0
VF-2S 1600
VF-2S 1650
1800
1850

230/460/575 Volt 60 Hz Single-Phase. 230/380/415 Volt 50 Hz
Single-Phase.
A
in
36
60
8
4 56 7/8 49 1/4 25 1/2 16 1/2 26 15/16 7 1/8
mm 914 1524 203 102 1445 1251 648 419 684
181
in
36
72
8
4 62 1/16 49 1/4 25 1/2 15 9/16 28 1/16
mm 914 1829 203 102 1576 1251 648 395 713
S max S min
53 1/2 3 5/8
1359 92
42 3/4
1086
42
1067
17
432
6
5 2 1/2 4 1/2
152 127 64 114
7 1/8 63 1/16 5 1/8

181 1602 130
42 3/4
1086
42
1067
17
432
6
5 2 1/2 6
152 127 64 152
Many other trough sizes are available. Capacities vary depending on material density, trough liner type, trough length, trough width
and hopper transitions and skirt board arrangement. Cad drawings are available. Please call FMC Technologies for expert help with
your application.
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Syntron MF electromechanical feeders
MF Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Feeders

The high-capacity performers.
Syntron MF Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Feeders
are the heavy-weights of bulk material handling and
are used for higher capacity requirements. The eight
heavy-duty models handle capacities from 100 to 4,000
tons per hour.*
Syntron Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Feeders combine
extra structural strength with durable com-ponents.
The deep wing plates form a bridge between inlet and
discharge suspension supports, providing extra strength
for years of dependable service. Standard troughs
feature unitized weldments one-piece, completely
welded units for greater strength. Troughs are also
available with bolt-together construction for tunnel
installations or other confined areas.
Syntron MF-200 Electromechanical Feeder feeding

slag at 250 TPH to a crusher.
MF Heavy-Duty Electromechanical Feeders are twomass, spring-connected and sub-resonant-tuned. The

exciter unit is connected to the trough with corrosion
resistant polymeric springs, which are more stable
under varying conditions. The springs are compressed
for improved load stability, improved feed angles and
straight line motion. The spring design eliminates
pinch points, an important safety feature. Exciters in
these heavy-duty feeders use double roll, spherical roller
bearings, with L10 expectancies up to 140,000 hours.
All Syntron MF Electromechanical Feeder motors are
labeled for inverter duty and vibration service, and are
furnished with a cast-iron frame. Special motors can
be supplied to meet UL explosion-proof requirements.
Attachments for safety cables are included on all
Syntron feeders.
* Based on dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic
foot. Capacities vary depending on material characteristics, material density, trough length and width, trough
liner type, feeder installation, skirt boards and hopper
transitions.

crushed stone in an aggregate operation.
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MF Electromechanical Feeder Features

Operating frequency - 1100 VPM at 60Hz
Stroke: 0.25 - 0.30 inches
Start and operate in empty or fully-loaded state
Dependable, flexible, easily adjustable control
Precise sub-resonant tuning ratio
- Stroke consistency and speed stability under
varying material conditions
- Reduces effects of varying headload and
material damping
Structural strength
- Deep wing plates
- Unitized weldments
Infinite unbalance adjustment
- Achieve desired stroke with easy adjustment

coal from a truck dump hopper to a belt conveyor.
Suitable for use in hazardous areas

- Explosion-proof motors required by coal, coke or
other hazardous environments are available
Bolt-in trough liners

rock from the primary crusher to a belt conveyor.

rock to a crusher.
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feeders, contd.
MF Heavy-Duty Feeder Specifications
Approx.
Trough
WxL
Model MF-200
Approx.
Capacity HP
(tph)
36 x 72
48 x 84
48 x 96
54 x 96
in
mm
36
72
8
914 1829 203
2 1/2
81 3/16
60 1/2
64
2062
30
1537 762
5
5
5
5
7.0 Amps
7.0 Amps
7.0 Amps
7.0 Amps
VF-5S
VF-5S
VF-5S
VF-5S
Ship Wt. (lb)

Feeder/Control
2200
2500
2600
2800
2800
3100
3200
3400

460/575 Volt 60 Hz Single-Phase. 380/415 Volt 50 Hz Single-Phase.

A
600
900
900
1000
Approx. Approx.
Current Control Net
(460 V) Model Wt. (lb)
23 1/8
35 5/8
65 1/4
8 3/8
587
905
1657
213
45 1/2
21 3/4
54
1372 1156
552
R
19
483
in
48
84
8
4 87 1/8 72 1/2 30 22 1/16 36 11/16 71 1/4 6 13/16 66 57 1/2 25 21 3/4
mm 1219 2134 203 102 2213 1842 762 560
932 1810 173 1676 1461 635 552
7 1/4
8
203 184
2
51
2 9 7/16
51 240
9
8
229 203
---
3 7 13/16
76 198
in
48
96
8
4
93
mm 1219 2438 203 102 2362
72 1/2 30
1842 762
21
533
37 3/4 76 1/4 10 7/8 66 57 1/2 25 21 3/4

959 1937 276 1676 1461 635 552
9
8
229 203
2
51
2
51
12
305
in
54
96
8
4
93
mm 1372 2438 203 102 2362
77
30
1956 762
21
533
34 3/4 74 7/8 12 1/8 72

72 21 3/4 21 3/4
883 1902 308 1829 1829 552 552
8
8
203 203
2
51
2
51
10
254
Model MF-300
Approx.
Trough
WxL
Approx.
Capacity HP
(tph)
36 x 72
48 x 84
in
36
72
8 10 9/16 84
mm 914 1829 203 268 2134
F
59
1499
in
48
84
8 8 5/16 86 5/16 71
mm 1219 2134 203 211 2192 1803
5
5
7.0 Amps VF-5S

7.0 Amps VF-5S
Ship Wt. (lb)

Feeder/Control
2300
2600
2900
3200

Single-Phase.

A
800
1200
Approx. Approx.
Current Control
Net
(460 V) Model Wt. (lb)
30 24 1/6 36 5/6 65 1/16 8 3/6 54 45 1/2 213/4 19

762 613
930 1653 213 1372 1156 552 483
8 7 1/4 2
203 184 51
30 36 3/4 37 11/16 71 3/16 6 13/16 66 57 1/2 213/4 213/4 8

8
762 933
957 1808 173 1676 1461 552 552 203 203
25
2 9 7/16
51 240
3 7 13/16
76 198
Many other trough sizes are available. Capacities vary depending on material density, trough liner type, trough length, trough width, hopper
transitions and skirt board arrangement. Cad drawings are available. Please call FMC Technologies for expert help with your application.
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Model MF-400
in
54
84
8
mm 1372 2134 203
2 1/2
105 1/16
80 1/2
64
2669
in
54
96
8
mm 1372 2438 203
2 1/2
113 5/16
64
2878
in
60
84
8
mm 1524 2134 203
2 1/2
105 1/16
64
2669
HP
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
Current Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
(460 V) Model Wt. (lb) Feeder/Control
54 x 84
54 x 96
60 x 84
60 x 96
66 x 96
72 x 96
900
1000
1000
1200
1400
1600
10
10
10
10
10
10
12 Amps
12 Amps
12 Amps
12 Amps
12 Amps
12 Amps
VF-10S
VF-10S
VF-10S
VF-10S
VF-10S
VF-10S
4500
4600
4600
4800
4900
5100
5200
5300
5300
5400
5600
5800
63 1/2
26 1/2
21 3/4
673
552
9
229
8
203
2
51
2 11 13/16
51
300
26 21 3/4
660 552
9
229
8
203
2
51
2 11 13/16
51
300
10 3/4 82 69 1/2 26 1/2 21 3/4

2045 273 2083 1765 673 552
9
229
8
203
2
51
2 11 13/16
51
300
28 3/16
44 13/16 85 3/4 11 1/4 84 69 1/2 26 21 3/4

716 1138 2178 286 2134 1765 660 552
9
229
8
203
2
51
2
51
12 5/16
313
in
66
96
8 2 1/2 113 5/16 96 1/2 38 28 3/16 44 13/16 85 3/4 11 1/4 90 75 1/2 26 21 3/4
mm 1676 2438 203 64 2878 2451 965 716 1138 2178 286 2286 1918 660 552
9
229
8
203
2
51
2
51
12 5/16
313
in
72
96
8 2 1/2 114 3/4 98 1/2 38 28 3/4 45 5/16 86 1/2 11 1/4 92 81 1/2 26 21 3/4
mm 1829 2438 203 64 2915 2502 965 729 1151 2197 286 2337 2070 660 552
9
229
8
203
2
51
2
51
12 5/16
313
113 5/16
in
60
96
8
8
mm 1524 2438 203 203 2878
Approx.
Capacity
(tph)

feeding dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic foot. 460/575 Volt
60 Hz Single-Phase. 380/415 Volt 50 Hz Single-Phase.

A
Trough
WxL
38
2045 965
28 3/8
42 15/16
1091
80
2032
10 3/4
721
80 1/2
38
2045 965
28 3/16
88 1/2
44 13/16
85 5/16
10 3/4
716
1138
2167
273
38
2248 965
28 3/8
42 15/16
80 1/2
721
1091
90 1/2
38
2299 965
273
74
1880 1613
63 1/2
74
1880 1613
Model MF-600
Approx.
Capacity HP
(tph)
Trough
WxL
66 x 108
72 x 96
1600
1800
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
Current Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
15 18.5 Amps VF-15S

15 18.5 Amps VF-15S
8300
8100
9100
8900

feeding dry sand weighing 100 pounds per cubic foot. 460/575
Volt 60 Hz Single-Phase. 380/415 Volt 50 Hz Single-Phase.
A
45 30 1/8 48 7/8 94 13 5/8 90 81 1/8 32 1/2 33 1/4 11 3/4 11 3/4 2

in
66 108
8
8 120 1/8 99
mm 1676 2743 203 203 3051 2515 1143 765 1241 2388 346 2286 2061 826 845 298 298 51
2 14 11/16
51
373
in
72
96
8
8 114 1/4 105 45 31 3/16 47 13/16 85 3/16 12 3/4 96 87 1/8 32 1/2 33 1/4 11 3/4 11 3/4 2
mm 1829 2438 203 203 2902 2667 1143 792 1214 2164 324 2438 2213 826 845 298 298 51
3 13 11/16
76
348
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feeders, contd.
MF Heavy-Duty Feeder Specifications, contd.
Model MF-800
Approx.
Capacity HP
(tph)
Trough
WxL
72 x 108
84 x 108
20 25.5 Amps VF-20S

20 25.5 Amps VF-20S
11550
12350
12350
13150


A
1800
2300
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
Current Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
in
72 108 10 8 1/2 128 5/8 107 50 32 7/16 51 1/8 93 1/4 16 3/8 96 87 1/4 33 1/4 33 1/4 12 1/2 11 3/4 3
mm 1829 2743 254 216 3267 2718 1270 824 1299 2369 416 2438 2216 845 845 318 298 76
3
76
17 5/8
448
in
84 108
8
8 128 5/8 117 45 31 11/16 51 1/8 94 16 5/8 108 99 1/8 32 1/2 33 1/4 11 3/4 11 3/4 2
mm 2134 2743 203 203 3267 2972 1143 805 1299 2388 422 2743 2518 826 845 298 298 51
2 14 11/16
51
373
Model MF-1000
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
Capacity HP Current Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
(tph)
Trough
WxL
72 x 120
84 x 132
25 28.5 Amps VF-25S

25 28.5 Amps VF-25S
13500
14000
14500
15000

2000
2500
in
72 120 10 10 143 7/16 109 58 33 1/2 54 5/16 106 1/8 17 3/8 98 87 1/4 33 1/4 33 1/4 12 1/2 11 3/4 3
mm 1829 3048 254 254 3643 2769 1473 851 1380 2696 441 2489 2216 845 845 318 298 76
3
76
18 3/4
476
in
84 132 10 10 149 3/8 121 58 32 7/16 55 3/8 116 1/2 16 5/8 110 110 33 1/4 32 1/2 12 1/2 11 3/4 3
mm 2134 3353 254 254 3794 3073 1473 824 1407 2959 422 2794 2794 845 826 318 298 76
3
76
15
381
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Model MF-1600
Approx.
Capacity HP
(tph)
Trough
WxL
90 x 132
3200
30
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
Current Control
Net
Ship Wt. (lb)
35.0
VF-30S
19800
21600

53
53
in
90 132 10 10 161 1/8 127 80 36 11/16 59 5/8 113 1/2 22 1/2 116 116
mm 2286 3353 254 254 4093 3226 2032 932 1514 2883 572 2946 2946 1346 1346
S
27
686
27 4
4 19 1/2
686 102 102 495
Model MF-2000
The largest Syntron Electromechanical
Feeder is the MF-2000. With a trough
measuring 120-inches wide x 168-inches
long, the MF-2000 has capacities up to
4,000 tph. Each one is custom built to
meet demanding capacity requirements.
Please contact FMC Technologies for
dimensions.
A Syntron MF-2000 Electromechanical Feeder measuring

72-inches wide by 240-inches long is custom built to feed
coal at 1000 tph.
Many other trough sizes are available. Capacities vary depending on material density, trough liner type, trough length, trough width
and hopper transitions and skirt board arrangement. Cad drawings are available. Please call FMC Technologies for expert help with
your application.
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feeders, contd.
MF Heavy-Duty Feeder Trough Styles
All standard troughs are unitized welded construction
and can be supplied in a variety of materials. Special
coatings and liners are available, including abrasionresistant steel, manganese, stainless steel, urethane,
UHMW plastic, rubber overlay and ceramic tiles.
Flat Bottom Troughs are standard.
Grizzly Bar Sections for scalping or coarse screening.
Optional above-deck drive units can be furnished for

installations where there is insufficient space below
the trough. Covers, down spouts and belt centering
discharges can also be provided.
Tubular Troughs seal path of dusty materials.
Belt Centering Discharge directs material on to a

belt.
Other Trough Options Include:
Trough Liner Options Include:
Open Trough with Dust Seals
AR-400
Covered Trough with Dust Seals

Screening Feeders
Diagonal Discharge Trough
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T-1A
Carbide Overlay
AR-500
Rubber
Stainless Steel
Ceramic
UHMW Plastic
Syntron Electromechanical Feeder Controls

Syntron Electromechanical Feeder Controls are
state-of-the-art, solid-state units that can vary
material flow rate.
Controls for electromechanical feeders are VF
series (variable frequency VFD-type) controls and
are optimized for efficient operation. VF series
controls feature a full range of adjustable control
with a 10:1 turn-down ratio. Diagnostic features
are additional benefits of VF controls.
Variable-frequency controls offer total feed rate regulation through

adjustment of a potentiometer knob or PLC.
Variable-Frequency Control
The VF series controls are CSA approved. In

addition, a wide range of optional functions are
available for specific control requirements.
Electromechanical Feeder Control

Feeder
Model
Control
Dimensions (inches)
Net Weight
(lb)
Width Height Depth

RF-80, RF-120
MF-200, MF-300
MF-400, MF-600
MF-800, MF-1600
MF2000
2 7/8
5 7/8
7 9/32
1013/16
1013/16
6 13/16
7 31/32
9 21/32
20 1/2
2519/32
5 7/8
6 25/32
7 11/16
9 21/32
9 21/32
3
7
12
35
44
Two-Rate Automatic Scale controls are perfect for batch weighing or

bagging operations. External scale switches connected to the control
automatically signal primary fast material flow, secondary dribble flow
and instant shut-off at exactly the pre-selected weight.
Two-Rate Automatic Scale Control
Remote controls permit manual adjustment of the feeder flow rate

from a remote station located at a distance from the feeder.
Remote Control
VF Series Electromechanical Feeder Control
Solid-state proportional controls permit individual material flow settings on multiple feeders for a desired blend of materials. A master
control potentiometer permits simultaneous flow rate regulation of all
the feeders.
Solid-State Proportional Controls
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Syntron SG-H mechanical feeder

Syntron SG-H Heavy-Duty Mechanical Feeder
Extra-heavy-duty feeders built to meet industrys most demanding application
requirements.
Syntron SG-H Heavy-Duty
Mechanical Vibrating Feeders are
rugged, heavily constructed units,
designed to feed run-of-mine
materials, such as large slabs and
boulders in the primary crushing
systems of aggregate, ore and coal
mining operations.
These extra-heavy-duty service
feeders are also used for receiving
and feeding hot materials, or for
installations where they must withstand the impact and wear of heavy
and abrasive materials
Dependable operation is assured,
even under the most demanding
application requirements. Steel
troughs have heavy side panels with
stiffening ribs and structural steel
cross members, welded to make a
strong, unitized frame capable of
absorbing the punishment of high
impacts and heavy loads. Troughs
are available in up to 30-foot lengths
and up to 8-foot widths to suit specific
material handling requirements.
Optional grizzly decks mounted at
Model SG-H 624 heavy-duty Mechanical Vibrating Feeder with 8-foot

stepped grizzly section.
the discharge end of the feeder

provide scalping and belt padding
capabilities.
The heavy-duty, dual shaft, gearconnected drive assembly assures
positive stroke angle to maintain
uniform, effective feed.
Four heavy-duty spherical roller
bearings support the two eccentric
shafts. Bearings are individually
cartridge-mounted to provide ease
in maintenance. They are also
separately greased, lubricated and

sealed from abrasive and corrosive
materials. Precision helical gears
mounted on tapered bushings drive
the vibrators two eccentric shafts.
Gears receive direct oil bath lubrication from a reservoir mounted
on the outside of the vibrator unit.
The vibrator motor may be operated
at a fixed speed or with an optional
control to vary the feed rate.
Model SG-H Vibrator.
Syntron SG-H Heavy-Duty Mechanical Vibrating Feeder

regulates the feed rate of rock to a gyratory crusher in
this stone plant. The feeder is equipped with a grizzly
deck for rough sizing.
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Syntron SG-H Heavy-Duty Mechanical Feeder Dimensions
Dimensions
Feeder
Model
Weight
HP
SG516
lb
kg
15,200
6,895
30
in
mm
192
4877
34
864
14
356
60
1524
78
1981
35 1/4
895
41
1041
35 1/2
902
150
3810
SG520
lb
kg
18,900
8,573
30
in
mm
240
6096
34
864
14
356
60
1524
78
1981
35 1/4
895
41
1041
35 1/2
902
186
4724
SG524
lb
kg
22,800
10,342
40
in
mm
288
7315
40
1016
16
406
60
1524
78
1981
36 1/2
927
42 1/2
1080
38 1/2
978
220
5588
SG616
lb
kg
18,300
8,301
30
in
mm
192
4877
34
864
14
356
72
1829
90
2286
41 1/2
1054
47
1194
35 1/2
902
150
3810
SG620
lb
kg
21,000
9,526
40
in
mm
240
6096
34
864
14
356
72
1829
90
2286
42 1/2
1080
48 1/2
1232
38 1/2
978
186
4724
SG624
lb
kg
25,000
11,340
40
in
mm
288
7315
40
1016
16
406
72
1829
90
2286
42 1/2
1080
48 1/2
1232
38 1/2
978
220
5588
SG720
lb
kg
23,300
10,569
40
in
mm
240
6096
36
914
14
356
84
2134
102
2591
48 1/2
1232
54 1/2
1384
38 1/2
978
186
4724
SG724
lb
kg
27,800
12,610
50
in
mm
288
7315
42
1067
16
406
84
2134
102
2591
48 1/2
1232
54 1/2
1384
38 1/2
978
220
5588
SG820
lb
kg
25,500
11,567
40
in
mm
240
6096
40
1016
16
406
96
2438
114
2896
54 1/2
1384
60 1/2
1537
38 1/2
978
186
4724
SG824
lb
kg
30,600
13,880
50
in
mm
288
7315
42
1067
16
406
96
2438
114
2896
54 1/2
1384
60 1/2
1537
38 1/2
978
220
5588
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Recommended installation
Recommended Designs for Hoppers and Transitions
Feeder Transition Hoppers
Feeder capacity depends on the design of the hopper. Material characteristics such as size distribution, shear properties and cohesiveness generally
dictate the configuration of feeder transition hoppers. Material flow
velocities vary, depending upon material properties, feeder stroke and
operating speed.
Good transition hopper design optimizes flow rate, resulting in the most
economical choice of a feeder. Improperly designed transition hoppers
will substantially reduce feeder capacities.
Figure 1 illustrates Ideal and Acceptable Hopper designs.The Ideal Hopper
with a throat (T) to gate height (H) ratio of 0.6 shows a uniform material
flow pattern to the feeder trough. Material at the front and rear of the
hopper moves at nearly the same velocity, and the discharge depth (d) is
nearly equal to the hopper gate height. The Ideal Hopper design allows
the most economical feeder to be used.
The Acceptable Hopper design may require a slightly larger feeder than
required for the Ideal Hopper design. This is due to the non-uniform
flow pattern of material at the rear of the hopper. Material flow velocity
is reduced, material depth d is reduced and there is a reduction in feeder
capacity. A T/H ratio of 0.6 to 1.0 is generally acceptable. However, when
the T/H ratio exceeds this range, the material flow patterns distort
drastically and will significantly reduce capacities.
T
H
C
d
= Throat
= Gate Height Opening
= Capacity
= Depth of Flow at Discharge
GF = Gate Factor
R = Flow Rate (ft/min) See Chart
W = Feeder Width (inches)
Capacity (tons per hour) x 4800

d (in) =
C (tph) =
[W (in) - 4 (in)] x R (ft/min) x D (lb/ft3)
Ideal Hopper Promotes:

Uniform flow pattern
Maximum capacity
[W (in) - 4 (in)] x R (ft/min) x D (lb/ft3) x d (in)
4800
Maximum material velocity
Maximum material depth
Optimized feeder size
H (in) = GF x d (in)
Flow Rate - R (ft/min)
Suggested Electromagnetic Size

If material size is -4-in with a trough down slope of 10 , use 35 ft/min.
If material size is +4-in to -12-in with a trough down slope of 10 , use 30 ft/min.
If material size is +12-in with a trough down slope of 10 , use 25 ft/min.
Suggested Electromechanical Size

If material size is -4-in with a trough down slope of 10 , use 55 ft/min.
If material size is +4-in to -12-in with a trough down slope of 10 , use 50 ft/min.
If material size is +12-in with a trough down slope of 10 , use 45 ft/min.
Feeder down slope usually effects flow rate by 2% per degree. As down slope
increases flow rate increases. As down slope decreases flow rate decreases.
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Figure 1. Hopper Design

Reduced potential for material buildup

at inlet
Reduced potential for spillage at back
and sides
Reduced material load on feeder
Recommended Hopper Design and Feeder Selection

Refer to Figure 2.
1. Rear wall angle steep enough to permit material flow (60 5).
2. Front wall angle just enough to permit material flow (55 5).
3. The throat dimension T for random size material should be a
minimum of 2 times the largest particle of material. For particles
that are nearly the same size (near size), T should be a minimum
of 4 times the largest particle size to prevent blockage at the
throat opening. In all cases, the arc A should exceed 2 1/2 times
the largest particle size.
4. Gate opening H must be a minimum of 2 times the largest
particle of material and should increase proportionally for the
desired capacity. The most economical feeder is selected when
the throat dimension T is equal to or slightly larger than H/2. If
T is greater than H the flow pattern of the material is disturbed,
resulting in non-uniform flow.
5. When adjustable gates are used, the gate must be parallel to the
hoppers front wall and must be as close to the front wall as possible.
The separation must not exceed 2 inches. The gate should act as
an adjustable front wall. Leveling blades and down stream gates
must not be used. Horizontal cut off gates should be used to
perform feeder maintenance and must not be used to regulate flow.
6. The inside width of the opening D (between stationary skirt
boards) should allow for a 1-inch clearance between the feeder
trough and skirt boards and should be a minimum of 2 1/2 times
the largest particle size. For near size material the width of D
should be a minimum of 4 times the largest particle size.
Figure 2. Ideal Hopper Illustration
7. The minimum length of the feeder is determined by projecting

the angle of repose for the specific material from the gate point to
the feeder pan and adding approximately 6 inches.
8. The feeder must not contact any adjacent structure but must be
free to vibrate. Allowance must be made for a decrease in feeder
elevation of approximately 2 inches, due to static material load. In
addition, 1 inch minimum clearance at sides and 1 1/2 inches at
bottom and back must be maintained in both loaded and
unloaded conditions.
9. The skirts must taper in the direction of flow (diverge from
conveying surface) to prevent material from jamming and causing
additional problems such as spillage and build-up. Skirts must run
parallel to trough sides and must be reinforced to resist bulging
outward against trough.
For more information about hopper design,

please request our free book or CD ROM,
Working with Hoppers. Or, visit our
website, call our Application Specialists at
(662) 869-5711 or (800) 356-4899 or email
us at mhsol.info@fmcti.com.
FMC Technologies offers free review and advice on

your hopper and Syntron feeder installation and
isolation. Just send us your layout drawings.
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Recommended installation, contd.

Feeder Mounting and Isolation
Base Mounting
Base-mounted vibratory equipment
sits directly on isolation springs
mounted on seats which attach to
the stationary support structure
made by others. The springs can be
steel coil, polymeric or pneumatic.
Electromagnetic Feeder Isolation
Suspension Mounting
Suspension-mounted vibratory
equipment hangs from isolation
assemblies attached to the overhead
stationary support structure made
by others.
RF Feeder Hanger
FMC Technologies recommends the

use of flexible wire rope for suspensionmounted vibratory equipment. A
chart of the proper wire rope sizes is
available on our website,
www.fmcsyntron.com, in our free
book Working with Isolation and in
our Service Instruction Manuals
which accompany the shipment of
equipment.
MF Feeder Hanger
Electromechanical Feeder Hangers
Wire Rope Diagram
Angle Hanger
Bail Hanger
Electromagnetic Trough Post
FMC Technologies suggests the use

of link bar assemblies when a wire
rope suspension is too short to be
assembled in accordance with wire
rope manufacturer recommendations.
Contact FMC Technologies for
appropriate link bar dimensions for
specific applications.
Beam Hanger
Electromagnetic Feeder Hangers
Electromechanical Dual Spring Isolation
FMC Technologies does not recommend the use of turnbuckles or

rods when mounting vibratory
equipment.
Link Bar Assembly
Safety cables are recommended on

all suspension-mounted vibratory
equipment.
Electromechanical Single Spring Isolation
Mounting Lug for Wire Rope or Link Bar Isolation
For more information about feeder mounting and isolation, ask for our free book Working with Isolation, visit
our website, call the Application Specialists at (662) 869-5711 or (800) 356-4899, or email us at mhsol.info@fmcti.com.
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Syntron service
and support
At FMC Technologies, we understand that good, reliable
equipment operating at peak performance is crucial to
your bottom line. Thats why were committed to giving our
customers value before, during and after the sale.
Syntron Material Handling Solutions are based on the most rugged, reliable and durable vibratory
equipment available Syntron vibrating feeders, conveyors, screens, parts feeders and bin vibrators. To
begin with, well help you select the right equipment, considering all the variables of your application in
order to maximize production and reduce costs.
Once youre up and running, our Syntron Services Team will keep you on top and moving ahead. Were
on call at the factory or in the field wherever and whenever you need us for parts, service, inspection
and training.
Dependable equipment is critical to your operation, and your success is critical to our success.
At FMC Technologies, your satisfaction is our number one priority. You can rely on us.
www.fmctechnologies.com
A complete list of authorized distributors and representatives is available on our website, www.fmctechnologies.com.
Caution: Syntron Heavy-Duty Feeders must be installed, operated and maintained in accordance with accompanying FMC
Technologies Service Instructions. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury, property damage or both.
FMC Technologies Service Instructions accompany the shipment of equipment. If additional copies are required, they are available,
free of charge from Material Handling Solutions, FMC Technologies, Inc., PO Box 1370, Tupelo, MS 38802.
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