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VIRTUlink™
Scale Monitoring and Diagnostics System
Standard features
- Sends raw and analyzed values from the scale to the cloud
- Supports long-term efficiency by providing scale and throughput records
- Expandable with support for multiple data points from junction boxes, auxiliary equipment, sensors and IP cameras Diagnostics
- Enhanced onboard diagnostics identify cell noise, tests for linearity and zero-reference, and monitors drift
- Diagnostics are complemented by a unique load cell emulation feature which compensates for a failing load cell until a repair can be made
- Unmatched reaction time (500 cycles per second) brings accuracy to new levels Dashboard
- Online portal to monitor scale status in real-time
- Receive alert text and/or emails when scale is outside of programmable tolerances
- Remotely identify service needs and review technician notes
- Hosted on a cloud platform
Specifications
- Communication
- Ethernet TCP/IP
- Power Connector
- 3-pin terminal block (3.5 mm)
- Power Supply
- 24 V DC ± 6 V DC
- Conformity with UL
- Use Class 2 power source, Over-voltage Category II
- Current (at 24 V DC)
- 170 mA (typical)
- Operating System
- Security-hardened Linux
- Display
- 8 LEDs
- Real-time Clock
- Capacitor buffered, maximum 7 days backup, maintenance free
- Required Accessible Ports
- http (80) https (443) MQTT (1883) MQTT over SSL (8883) AMQP (5672) AMQPS (5671)
- Environment Protection
- IP20
- Ambient Temperature
- Operation: -20 °C to 60 °C Storage: -40 °C to 85 °C
- Humidity
- 10% to 95% (95% at 40 °C) RH (non-condensing)
- Use
- Indoor
- Dimensions
- 5.5 × 1.38 × 4.13 in (140 × 35 × 105 mm)
- Weight
- 0.89 lb (400 g)
- Metal Housing
- DIN top hat rail mount
Models & part numbers
Available configurations.
| Part / model | Description |
|---|---|
| 209604 | VIRTUlink secure gateway |
| 215212 | Power supply for VIRTUlink secure gateway, 3 wire AC power and DC hookup 24 VDC cord (12 in) |
| 215213 | 24 VDC output wall adapter, 100 to 240 VAC input, 12W |
| 211283 | VIRTUlink cloud service contract, annual agreement |
Pricing, availability, and lead times are confirmed in your quote. Source: Rice Lake Weighing Systems 2026 Master Catalog, page 929. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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