DIGITAL COUNT TOTALISER – [ABM]

A digital counter totaliser is a device that accurately counts and displays the total number of events, items, or objects passing by a sensor. These tools are used in industrial and commercial settings to monitor and track production processes, inventory levels, and other counting applications

• A proximity sensor that detects an object without physical contact.
• A photoelectric sensor that uses a light beam to detect when an object passes.
• A limit switch that is physically triggered.
• An encoder that measures rotation or length. 

• Counting: Each incoming pulse causes the value stored in the flip-flops to increment (or decrement, depending on the configuration) by one.
• Accumulation: The circuit continuously adds each pulse to the running total. Unlike a rate meter (which measures events over a specific time interval), a totaliser just accumulates the grand total.
• Memory: Most digital totalisers use non-volatile memory to store the count value, ensuring that the total is retained even if power is interrupted. 

• Relay outputs to trigger an alarm or stop a machine when a preset count is reached.
• Data logging or connectivity (e.g., Ethernet or RS-485) to send the count data to a computer or a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller).

Choosing between the 

• For standard totalising: A basic counter like the 
  
  CT-1000

   is likely sufficient, particularly for industrial counting tasks with standard NPN/PNP sensors.

• For RPM or hours: If your application requires tracking revolutions per minute (RPM) or operating hours, the 
  
  CT4000

   offers built-in functionality for those specific tasks.

• For specific input needs: The 
  
  CT-1000

   offers some input configuration options, but the 

   CT4000

   lists a broader range of factory-set options, which may be more suitable for specialized applications.

• For display size: The 
  
   CT-1000

   offers a 6-digit display, while the 

   CT4000

   has a 5-digit display, which may impact visibility depending on your needs.