Vertex will be releasing their anticipated Libra Dosing Pump system this November. The Libra Dosers will come in three available models, the standard “Libra”, Libra Classic, and Libra Pro. Each models features can be outlined in the chart below. The Vertex Doser will use stepper motors that connect to a 4 roller head. These heads [...]
Vertex will be releasing their anticipated Libra Dosing Pump system this November. The Libra Dosers will come in three available models, the standard “Libra”, Libra Classic, and Libra Pro. Each models features can be outlined in the chart below.
The Vertex Doser will use stepper motors that connect to a 4 roller head. These heads can quickly be snapped on and off for maintenance. The stepper motors can dose a minimum of 0.5ml per minute to a maximum of 10ml per minute. Additionally larger motors will be made available that dose a minimum of 10ml and a max of 750ml per minute for large aquariums. No word on pricing at this time. For additional information see the stats provided by Vertex below.
Libra dosing pump series offered in 3 versions:
- Libra
- Libra CLASSIC
- Libra PRO
Features:
- Advanced sleek design, dimensions; 315mm Length, 100mm Width, 120mm Height.
- Durable anodized Aluminum body with heat sink, ABS/PC end caps.
- Stepper motors; up to 300% more accurate than straight DC motors offered by other makes.
- Quick-Loc pump-head design; makes for easy removal of rollers and tube without the need to remove the gear.
- Quad-roller head for maximum accuracy and durability.
- Snap-Loc motor connection to body; makes for easy removal of motor and gear without the need to open enclosure.
- Over-current and over-voltage protection.
- Driver equipped with under-voltage and thermal protection.
- pump slave dosing module (SDM) ready.
- Communication to SDM via USB 2.0.
- USB / Bus power connection to be used in smart Cerebra control systems.
- Multiple Power connection options and self powered.
- Power supply to SDM via USB 2.0.
- Minimum dosage per minute 0.5ml / Maximum dosage per minute 10ml (+/- 3%) 0.140625 deg/Half step.
- Larger capacity pumps offered; Minimum dosage per minute 10 ml / Maximum dosage per minute 750ml (+/- 3%) 0.1125 deg/ Half step.
- Rated current; Constant Current method 0.8A (% max/Phase) per pump.
- Multiple dosing options in groups and or dosing programs management.
- Several dosing programs per day/ week.
- Internal back-up battery.
- Onboard real-time clock.
- Fluorine tubes; resistant to corrosive chemicals, oils and fuel.
- Firmware update via USB through PC and or Cerebra.
- Motor, gear and pump-head; “Made in Japan” 1 year warranty.
- Designed, made and assembled in-house by Vertex Aquaristik; “Made in Austria” 2 Year warranty for electronics and other hardware.
