Programmable Time Relay Industrial Automation Solution

2yrs + staff 1000+m² US$300,000,000+ China

Solution Overview
This solution aims to provide a precise, reliable, and highly flexible time control architecture for modern industrial automation systems by introducing high-performance programmable time relays. It focuses on addressing timing requirements in core scenarios such as equipment start/stop, sequential process control, and periodic cyclic operations, replacing traditional mechanical time relays and simple timers. Ultimately, it enhances production efficiency, reduces labor costs, and ensures system operational stability.
Core Product Features
The solution utilizes advanced programmable time relays, which integrate the following key modules with powerful functionality:
• High-Precision Time Control Module: Utilizes a crystal oscillator or built-in RTC (Real-Time Clock) to provide a high-precision time base, supporting multiple time unit settings such as milliseconds (ms), seconds (s), minutes (min), and hours (h), ensuring timely triggering of control commands.
• Flexible Programming Capability: Supports intuitive programming via panel buttons or dedicated software, enabling easy configuration of daily/weekly cyclic tasks, countdown control, delayed on/off, multi-sequence timing control, and other complex modes to meet various automation needs.
• Rich I/O Interfaces (8 Inputs, 8 Outputs): Provides 8 digital input channels for connecting signals from buttons, sensors, PLCs, and other devices, enabling external triggering, mode switching, and interlock control. Also offers 8 relay output channels capable of directly driving actuators such as contactors, solenoid valves, and motors with strong load capacity.
• Real-Time Signal Detection and Response: The input signal detection module monitors external trigger conditions (e.g., photoelectric signals, limit switch signals) in real time and responds within milliseconds based on preset logic, ensuring production process continuity and safety.
• Visualization and Status Indication: Equipped with an LCD or LED display to show real-time information such as current time, set parameters, operational status, and input/output point states, facilitating on-site monitoring and troubleshooting.
Application Scenarios and Solutions
Application Scenario 1: Automated Production Line Equipment Coordination
• Problem: A production line consists of multiple devices (e.g., feeder, processing station, inspection table, packaging machine) that require strict sequential start and stop operations. Traditional manual operations are inefficient and error-prone.
• Solution: Utilize the multi-sequence timing control function of the programmable time relay to set precise start and stop delays for each device. For example, the processing station starts 5 seconds after the feeder initiates, and the inspection table starts 2 seconds after the processing completion signal is triggered. The 8 output channels directly control each device’s power circuit, enabling fully automated sequential start/stop, significantly improving cycle efficiency and consistency.

Application Scenario 2: Periodic Cyclic Task Control
• Problem: Workshop lighting, ventilation systems, or wastewater treatment pumps need to operate automatically based on specific schedules (e.g., daily timed on/off, or cyclic patterns such as 10 minutes on and 50 minutes off).
• Solution: Use the calendar clock and cyclic timing functions to easily preset daily on/off times or set complete ON/OFF cycles. This enables automated energy management without manual intervention, achieving energy savings and reduced consumption.

Application Scenario 3: Externally Triggered Delay Control
• Problem: At an assembly station, after one action is completed (detected by a sensor), a delay is required before executing the next action (e.g., waiting for adhesive curing before pressing).
• Solution: Connect the sensor signal to the time relay’s input channel. Upon detecting the sensor signal (trigger signal), the relay activates an internal timer. After the preset curing time (e.g., 30 seconds) elapses, it drives the output circuit to activate the pressing equipment, ensuring product quality.

Core Advantages of the Solution
• Enhanced Production Efficiency: Enables 24/7 unmanned and precise timed operation of equipment, reduces production cycle intervals, and shortens overall operation time.
• Improved Control Precision and Consistency: Digital time settings eliminate errors associated with mechanical relays, ensuring consistent product quality across batches.
• Increased System Flexibility: Programs can be modified at any time to easily adapt to changes in production plans or process adjustments without hardware replacement.
• Reduced Operation and Maintenance Costs: Minimizes failures and equipment wear caused by manual operation errors while lowering labor costs.
• Stability and Reliability: Industrial-grade design with strong anti-interference capabilities and modular structure for easy maintenance, ensuring long-term stable system operation.