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F-100 i A Fixturing System

Basic Description

F-100 i A is a family of programmable positioners that orient locators and clamps to establish part geometry in a flexible assembly fixture.The F-100 i A positioner is compact, rugged, accurate and repeatable.

Benefits

â–  Flexible – Servo controlled unit orients datum locators to different positions, enabling multiple models to be built in a single fixture. Improves utilization of equipment and plant capacity.
â–  Reduced Floor Space – Multiple model specific fixtures are eliminated
â–  Standardized Solution – Less retraining required
â–  i Pendant™ – A color, internet ready teach pendant for even easier programming and maintenance uses
â–  â–  Reduced Tooling Complexity – Reliable units and simple tooling means less tool maintenance and down time Ergonomic – Can adjust load height to maximize operator efficiency

Options

â–  Cost Effective - Since it eliminates style specific stations along with their associated tools, materials and equipment, the costs for engineering, capital equipment, and labor can be reduced

Features

Mechanical
â–  Eight models available to accommodate various process conditions
â–  Three, four and five degrees of freedom
â–  â–  Robust, low maintenance design Portable Brake Release Box
â–  Various connection cable lengths for flexible cabinet placement and optional track rated cables
â–  Easy to Program – Unit positions can be established using math data generated from off-line simulation
â–  Electric, AC servo motors
â–  Precision gear drive
â–  Brakes on each axis
â–  â–  Easy to Adjust Positions – Software shimming eliminates need for mechanical shims. Position can be adjusted in seconds via the teach pendant Components protected from weld flash, grease, chemicals and water
â–  Modular base and wrist for quick and easy field repair
â–  Convertible – Because there is less material, equipment and tools to build/install/startup, and the majority of tooling debug has already been completed, a model changeover can be accomplished in less time and does not require significant added investment. Control
â–  Latest generation R-30 i A MultiARM Controller
â–  Modular Servo Amplifier for each unit