9.2.7 Coupling

The channels of several hot runner controllers can be combined into a cross-device operating and processing unit. That means molds can be operated that require more heating channels than the maximum number of channels per device.

Step 1 - Physical coupling
Coupling of several Thermonom hot runner controller takes place via connector X2 (LAN port) on the back side of the device:

NOTE

Also note the assignment of the IP (static or via DHCP). The devices can only be coupled if you are in the same subnet!
Step 2 - Virtual coupling
Make settings in the “Device”-“Coupling” view. Only if there are several devices in the same physical network, they can be coupled via one of the six virtual networks. Devices can be in different virtual networks, even if they are in the same physical network.
CouplingDisplay of the summary of the coupling settings.
NetworkThe device joins one of the networks shown. All devices in the same network are automatically coupled. With “No coupling” the coupling of the device is released again.
Desired positionWhen connecting devices, all channels can be processed by each device. The channels of each device are displayed in the “Overview” and “Monitor” and can be selected for further processing. The position in this display is specified here. If the value is lower, the channels of the device are shown above.
Device name in networkDisplay of the device name (letter) in the “Overview” and “Monitor”, depending on the desired position.
Number of coupled devicesDisplays how many devices are coupled.