Technical Comparison – Autotech M1200 vs Wintriss DiPro 1500

M1200 vs DiPro 1500 — A Clear, Technical Look for the People Who Run the Pressroom

Modern pressrooms rely on die protection systems that react fast, monitor accurately, and stay reliable under real production conditions. This comparison gives engineers and operators a direct, specification‑level view of how the Autotech M1200 ProActive Die Protection System and the Wintriss DiPro 1500 Die Protection System behave on the press — just the facts that matter on the floor.

Why This Comparison Matters in Daily Press Operation

When a die misfeeds, a part hangs up, or timing drifts, the controller’s behavior determines whether the press stops cleanly or a tool gets damaged. The differences between these two systems show up in:

These are the details that affect uptime, scrap, and tool life — and they’re exactly what this comparison highlights.

What Engineers and Operators Will Notice

This page lays out those differences clearly so engineers and operators can understand how each controller responds to real‑world press conditions by making Autotech Controls M1200 Die Protection the most reliable on the shop floor.

Autotech M1200 M1200

Resolver‑based die protection and PLS controller with expandable sensors and outputs, plus advanced diagnostics.

Equipment

  • Enclosure: 7.6" W × 8.7" H × 5.25" D
  • Operating Temp: –10°F to 122°F (–23°C to 50°C)
  • Resolver: Autotech E7R / RL100
  • Resolver Cable: CBL‑10T22‑Mxxx, up to 2500 ft

Power

  • Input: 105–135 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 30 W

Inputs

  • Sensors: 4, expandable to 12
  • Resolver Input: Yes
  • Optical Isolation: 1500 V
  • Logic Levels: TRUE < 1.0 VDC @ 7 mA; FALSE 20–24 VDC
  • Fault Reset: Resets die protection, brake wear, motion faults
  • Program/Supervisor Enable: TRUE allows programming; FALSE view‑only
  • Output Enable: TRUE enables outputs; FALSE de‑energizes outputs
  • Batch/Quality/Total Reset: Individual inputs reset counters to preset

Outputs

  • Fault Output: Detects resolver broken wire and internal faults
  • Motion Output: Energized when RPM within programmed limits
  • E‑STOP Output: De‑energized on die protection fault
  • T‑STOP Output: De‑energized on die protection fault
  • Counter Output: De‑energized when Quality Counter = 0
  • Relay Type: Electromechanical SPST, 10 A resistive @ 120 VAC

Die Protection & PLS

  • Event Detection: Rising, falling, pulse, pos‑hi/pos‑low within window
  • Slug Detect Delay: Programmable stroke delays before stop output
  • E‑STOP Engagement Angle: 90°–190°; no E‑STOP between engagement and 190°
  • Top‑Stop Angle: Programmable angle for T‑STOP
  • PLS Outputs: 6 standard, expandable to 14
  • PLS Setpoints: 17 per program
  • Speed Compensation: Up to 359° per 100 RPM (channels 1–6)

Counters & Memory

  • Batch Counter: 6‑digit presettable down; T‑STOP de‑energizes at angle
  • Quality Counter: 6‑digit presettable down; output de‑energizes at T‑STOP when 0
  • Total Counter: 6‑digit resettable up; resets at power‑up or input
  • Tool Counter: 6‑digit tool‑specific up; resettable from keypad
  • Programs: 60 setups with 8‑character names; searchable by name

Display & Interface

  • Display: 2×20 bright vacuum fluorescent
  • Setup: Hot keys, pre‑built sensor name library, custom names

Wintriss DiPro 1500 DiPro 1500

Die protection controller with high‑speed capability, large tool memory, and optional programmable cam switch.

Equipment

  • Enclosure: 12" × 10.25" × 4" (30.5 × 26 × 10.2 cm)
  • Resolver: 0.75" keyed shaft, 200 lb axial/radial load rating

Power

  • Input: 85–264 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 30 W

Inputs

  • Sensor Inputs: 6
  • Resolver Input: Yes
  • Resolver Slippage Input: Yes
  • Resolver Chain Break Input: Yes
  • Remote Reset Input: Yes
  • Inch Disable Input: Setup mode disable

Outputs

  • Top & Emergency Stop: Dry contacts, 0–4 A resistive @ 120 V max (AC or DC), NO, held closed
  • Sensor Power: 24 VDC, 200 mA available for electronic sensors

Performance

  • Max Speed: 800 SPM (1600 SPM at reduced resolver resolution)
  • Accuracy: 2/3° (1‑1/3° for high‑speed option)

Display & Memory

  • Display: 8‑line × 40‑character LCD + 3‑digit LED angle/speed
  • Tool Memory: 200 tool numbers with built‑in battery backup

Counters

  • Good Parts Counter: 7‑digit with preset
  • Batch Counter: 7‑digit with preset
  • Total Hits Counter: 7‑digit per tool

Options

  • Programmable Limit Switch: 4 or 8 channels
  • DSI 2: Electronic sensor interface with 8 inputs and built‑in 24 VDC supply
  • Connectors: Front panel connectors + heavy‑duty 19‑pin M23 for die‑mounted junction boxes
  • Sensor Hardware: Die‑mountable junction boxes and connection hardware

Side‑by‑Side Technical Comparison

Category Autotech M1200 Wintriss DiPro 1500
Equipment 7.6" W × 8.7" H × 5.25" D; –10°F to 122°F; Autotech E7R/RL100 resolver; up to 2500 ft cable. 12" × 10.25" × 4"; 0.75" keyed shaft resolver; 200 lb axial/radial load.
Power 105–135 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 30 W. 85–264 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 30 W.
Inputs 4 sensors expandable to 12; resolver input; 1500 V isolation; TRUE <1 VDC, FALSE 20–24 VDC; fault reset; program/supervisor enable; output enable; individual counter resets. 6 sensor inputs; resolver input; resolver slippage; chain break; remote reset; inch disable.
Outputs Fault, motion, E‑STOP, T‑STOP, counter outputs; SPST relay, 10 A @ 120 VAC. Dry contacts for Top/E‑STOP, 0–4 A @ 120 V max, NO, held closed; 24 VDC, 200 mA sensor power.
Performance Speed compensation up to 359° per 100 RPM (channels 1–6); resolver‑based timing. 800 SPM (1600 SPM reduced resolution); 2/3° accuracy (1‑1/3° high‑speed option).
Die Protection Programmable event detection (rising/falling/pulse/pos‑hi/pos‑low); slug detect delay; programmable E‑STOP engagement 90°–190°; programmable T‑STOP angle; sensors can be disabled. Monitors NO/NC static sensors and cycle‑based events; resolver slippage/chain break detection.
PLS / Cam 6 PLS outputs expandable to 14; 17 setpoints per program; per‑channel speed compensation. Optional 4 or 8‑channel programmable limit switch.
Counters & Memory Batch, Quality, Total, Tool counters (6‑digit); 60 programs with 8‑char names; search by name. 7‑digit Good Parts, Batch, Total Hits per tool; 200 tool numbers with battery backup.
Display & Interface 2×20 VFD; hot keys; sensor name library; custom sensor names; supports on‑the‑fly adjustments.. 8×40 LCD; 3‑digit LED angle/speed; supports on‑the‑fly adjustments.
Options Works with Autotech resolvers and cables; integrates with other Autotech press automation products. DSI 2 sensor interface (8 inputs, 24 VDC); front panel connectors; heavy‑duty 19‑pin M23; die‑mountable junction boxes.

Autotech M1200 – Key Technical Advantages

  • Expandable sensors (4 → 12) and PLS outputs (6 → 14).
  • Advanced diagnostics: broken resolver coupling/chain, slippage, broken cable, internal faults.
  • Per‑channel speed compensation and programmable E‑STOP/T‑STOP angles.
  • Four counters (Batch, Quality, Total, Tool) with programmable reset inputs.
  • Compact enclosure and defined operating temperature range.
  • Highbright VFD LED display for superior visibility.

Wintriss DiPro 1500 – Key Technical Advantages

  • High‑speed capability: up to 800 SPM (1600 SPM reduced resolution).
  • Large tool memory: 200 tools with battery backup.
  • Integrated 24 VDC, 200 mA sensor power for electronic sensors.
  • Optional 4/8‑channel programmable limit switch and DSI 2 sensor interface.
  • Large LCD + LED display for angle and speed visibility.