IDS - flexibility that pays dividends

The unique IDS system (Intelligent Distribution System) controls all outlets via the bus system. This opens up a wide range of possibilities for coulter pipe selection and tramline switching and is perfect for contract work and machinery rings.

All settings relating to tramline selection can be made easily and conveniently from the control terminal in the cab so no repositioning of hoses is necessary.

Choose any of the following:

  • Tramline widths

  • Track widths

  • Special tramline switching

  • Dual tramline systems

  • Half rail switching left and right

  • Tramline rhythm can be selected independently of the seed drill width

Seed flow sensors for convenience and reliability

Seed flow sensors are available as an option positioned after the distributor head. The sensitivity of the sensors can be adjusted in several stages to match the seed material in the seed library.

Constant and reliable feedback on seed flow is provided at the terminal.

The status of each coulter pipe is indicated by an LED directly on the sensor:

  • GREEN: Sensor active and row OK

  • RED flashing: Row blocked

  • The coulter pipe number is indicated on the control terminal

The intelligent heart of the system



The IDS distributor head ensures uniform crop growth by maintaining a completely consistent seed count in all coulter pipes.

1 Riser tube with funnel-shaped outside conveys the seed material through the distributor head to the outlets.

2 The patented funnel system with controlled flaps feeds the seed back into the air stream.

  • With active tramline switching the seed rate is automatically reduced - for a seed saving of up to 6 %

  • Exact and even distribution across the whole width, even when tramlining


Flexible row spacing

With a standardised row spacing of 12.5 cm, you can generate different row spacings using distributor head inserts.

  • Implemented for crops cultivated as root crops

  • Can be expanded to row spacings of 25 cm / 37.5 cm / 50 cm / 75 cm depending on machine type and seed material

  • Flexible use of the machine for a wide range of crops

  • Shorter dwell time assures less damage to the seed in the distributor head and aids germination when sowing legumes


Tramline system

Depending on the distribution head specified, symmetrical, asymmetrical or individual tramline switching is possible making the tramline rhythm freely selectable and between 2 and 6 rows can be switched off per track.

  • A fully equipped IDS distributor head is equipped with controlled outlets on all coulter pipes.


Half width switching

PÖTTINGER offers the following options for maximum flexibility even with symmetrical tramlines:

  • Half width switching to the left or right with full IDS equipment

  • Half width switching to the right only with the right half of the distributor head equipped with controlled outlets.

  • Half width switching activated using the terminal

  • Seed rate is reduced automatically