G-2301P (Bagging Scale Software): Smarter Control for Efficient Bagging Operations

A new-generation panel-mount weighing controller that brings flexible mechanism control, recipe management, traceability, and connected automation to bagging equipment.

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One compact controller, more capable packaging Flexible feeding and discharge control, 100 product recipes, 10,000 traceable records, USB data handling, and industrial Ethernet options help bagging systems run with greater efficiency and control.

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A Purpose-Built Controller for Modern Bagging Scales

Modern bagging lines must balance speed, weighing accuracy, equipment flexibility, and production traceability. The General Measure G-2301P is designed to coordinate these requirements in one compact panel-mount weighing controller. It gives bagging-machine manufacturers, system integrators, and plant operators a practical control platform for automating feeding, weighing, discharging, record management, and communication.

Its dual-row digital display simultaneously presents weight, feeding status, recipe number, target value, analog output, and other essential process information. Operators can understand the current packaging cycle at a glance, while the compact 103 x 91 x 56 mm body integrates neatly into machine panels. A front-panel IP65 rating and 24 VDC power supply further support reliable use in demanding industrial environments.

Flexible Hardware for Bagging Machine Integration

The G-2301P provides the I/O capacity and communication options needed to coordinate bagging-scale mechanisms and exchange data with higher-level control systems. Standard interfaces cover typical machine-control requirements, while optional network and analog-output configurations support more connected or customized automation architectures.

Standard configuration

• One 6-wire analog load cell interface, supporting up to eight 350-ohm load cells.
• One RS485 or one RS232 serial communication port.
• Four digital inputs and ten outputs for controlling and coordinating bagging-scale devices.
• One USB interface for convenient data handling and device setup workflows.

Optional expansion

• Single- or dual-port network communication supporting Modbus TCP/IP or Profinet.
• One or two channels of 16-bit analog output, available in current or voltage mode.

(Network and analog-output hardware options can be selected together.)

Functions That Improve Packaging Efficiency and Control

The controller combines bagging-process functions with data and device-management tools. Together, they simplify adaptation to different machine designs, shorten product changeovers, strengthen traceability, and reduce the risk of parameter errors or lengthy maintenance interruptions.

Flexible mechanism compatibility: Supports pneumatic feeders, vibratory feeders, screw feeders, and stepper-controlled gates, together with discharge mechanisms such as pneumatic actuators, reversible motors, and rotary motors.

Recipe management and traceability: Stores 100 product recipes and up to 10,000 operation, alarm, and packing records. Data can be exported through USB for analysis and quality traceability.

One-touch printing: Supports fast printing of packing data for convenient record retrieval and streamlined production management.

Parameter backup and migration: Controller parameters and calibration data can be backed up and imported through USB, helping shorten equipment replacement and maintenance time.

Dual-lock protection: Keyboard-lock and calibration-lock functions help prevent unauthorized parameter changes and calibration operations.

Remote setting and device management: Weasy-Config PC software or web access supports remote parameter configuration and status monitoring, simplifying commissioning and maintenance.

Measurement Performance for Stable Bagging Control

Reliable bagging control begins with stable weight acquisition. The G-2301P combines a maximum display resolution of 1/1,000,000 with selectable A/D sampling speeds from 50 to 960 SPS. Engineers can therefore match measurement response to the feeding characteristics, target weight, and mechanical behavior of different bagging systems. When paired with correctly selected load cells and a well-designed scale structure, it provides a strong foundation for repeatable filling performance.

Specification	G-2301P
Power supply	24 VDC (18-30 VDC)
Dimensions / weight	103 x 91 x 56 mm / 345 g
Operating environment	-10 to 40°C; up to 90% RH, non-condensing
Front-panel protection	IP65
Approval standard	Class III, 6000e, 1 µV/e
Load cell excitation	5 V, 200 mA max.
Load cell capacity	Up to 8 x 350-ohm load cells; 1, 2, or 3 mV/V
Input sensitivity	0.01 µV/d
Nonlinearity	0.01% F.S.
A/D sampling speed	50/60/100/120/200/240/400/480/800/960 SPS
Maximum display resolution	1/1,000,000

Adaptable Across Multiple Packaging Industries

The G-2301P is suitable for bagging and filling applications in grain, feed, fertilizer, chemical, food, and related industries. Its compatibility with pneumatic, vibratory, screw, and stepper-gate feeding mechanisms allows one controller platform to serve different materials and machine structures, from free-flowing granules to powders and other products requiring controlled feeding.

For equipment manufacturers, this flexibility can simplify product-platform development and reduce the need for multiple controller designs. For production plants, recipe storage, packing records, USB export, printing, protected settings, and remote management provide the visibility and control needed for efficient product changeovers, troubleshooting, quality management, and long-term equipment operation.

Smarter bagging control, built into one compact device

The General Measure G-2301P helps bagging-machine manufacturers and industrial users combine precise measurement, flexible mechanism control, production traceability, and connected device management. Contact General Measure to discuss the right hardware and communication configuration for your packaging application.