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A capsule counting machine is a compact and highly accurate piece of equipment widely used in the pharmaceutical, food, and healthcare industries. It is ideal for counting and filling capsules, tablets, and pills into bottles, jars, or pouches. As production standards and quality requirements rise, counting accuracy has become a crucial indicator of a manufacturer’s performance.
Below are four key factors that can greatly influence the counting precision of capsule counting machines.
Before operating the capsule counter, technicians must follow proper startup procedures, including machine preheating. Failure to do so—or forgetting to replenish materials in time—can cause irregular material flow on the vibration plate. These external issues may lead to inaccurate counting results.
Several design and setup issues can affect accuracy:
Improper hopper design that fails to account for gravity changes, affecting material flow and sorting.
Excessive gap between the internal baffle and anti-fall cover, preventing some materials from dropping correctly.
Rotational movement of capsules or tablets during free fall may cause delays or counting errors.
Static electricity generated by friction in the detection channel (especially with herbal materials) can cause particles to stick to the acrylic cover instead of falling into the bottle.
Incorrect leveling of the vibrating plate during installation can cause materials to slide prematurely into the detection channel, also resulting in count deviation.
Different capsules, tablets, and pellets require vibration plates with varying frequencies. Additionally, excessive dust in materials can accumulate in the infrared detection channel, blocking light signals and causing the counting circuit to malfunction.
The quality of compressed air used in pneumatic systems plays a vital role in accuracy. High moisture content in compressed air reduces the sensitivity of actuators and cylinders, which in turn lowers counting precision.
The accuracy of a capsule counting machine directly impacts overall production efficiency and product quality. By paying attention to human, equipment, material, and environmental factors, operators can ensure stable machine performance and precise product counting.
For manufacturers seeking higher counting efficiency and stability, investing in advanced capsule counting technology is the key to maintaining competitive advantage in modern pharmaceutical production.
