AFES-3Dx-T

Additional Features:

• Robust frame construction for fast and consistent production

• SmartEditor® Windows® programming, office version available for off-line programming

• Dual processors allow concurrent part production and new part programming

• Instant Production Statistics for estimating

• “Dial-A-Service” tech support via modem or Internet

• Optional extra I/O for auxiliary equipment

• Optional STEP File Import

• Tool changeover in 8 minutes. Highest overall forming speeds in the industry

• CAD import of DXF/XYZ files directly into SmartEditor® programming software

AFES-3Dx-T Machine Details

1.1

Two Plane Wire StraightenerEvery AFES-3Dx machine is equipped with a two-plane wire straightener. Each plane consists of 11 “V” groove roller bearings. Two different diameters of rollers allow straightening a wider range of wire with just one straightener. Wire range: 2mm to 8mm (0.07” to 0.315”). Wire linearity: < 5:1000 at 6mm (0.236”) wire diameter. For wire diameters under 2mm (0.07”), an additional straightener is required.

1.2

FeederUsed for the feeding and positioning of the wire. Consists of four driven rollers, one wire guide, sprocket-belt reduction unit, precision hi-torque drive (HTD) belts and one brushless servomotor.

Feed Speed: 152 meters/min (506 ft/min)Repeatability: +0.1 mm (+0.004″)

1.3

Wire Length Measuring DeviceWire positioning feedback consists of a pair of rollers: one stationary and one with an adjustable pneumatic load. The stationary roller connects through a flexible coupler directly to an incremental rotary encoder providing accurate position feedback to the machine controller.

1.4

Machine Controller & Operator Panel Computer: Industrial Panel PC, integrated touch screen, 15” LCD color monitor, industrial sealed keyboard with integrated pointing device, high capacity storage hard drive (80 GB min), Fast Ethernet network ready and video camera for machine monitoring, videoconferencing or servicing available. The operating system is Windows® 10.1.5 Z-Axis Arm:Bender mounts on an H-Beam base that rotates around the center of the wire. All electrical connections pass through a robust energy chain with a smart design that allows +/-190 degrees of motion.

1.6

Servo Cutter UnitStrong Servo and Gearbox combination for fast cutting and long life.

1.7

Bending Head and 1.8 Cutting unit: Standard turret tooling consists of a cluster with four bending radii and both hard and roller bending pins.

Max. Bending angle UnlimitedPrecision +0.05ºDrive AC brushless servo motorTransmission Precision planetary gearboxCutter material D2 tool steel, hardened 58 HRC

Wire Payoff unit (Turntable):

Model P270-5, fully automatic powered Payoff Unit, capable of handling coils weighing up to 2000 Kg (4400 Lbs), 5 Hp AC motor, electronic speed control with AC Vector Drive, adjustable tension for the dancer control arm. Speed range: 5-70 RPM, rotating base Ø: 1140mm (45″), heavy-duty construction with oversized tapered bearings assures maintenance-free operation, main electrical panel supplies all electrics – eliminating the need for a separate electrical connection box.

Utility Requirements:

480 VAC, 3 Phase 50/60 Hz, < 1 CFM air supply.

400VAC, 3 Phase & CE Certification available

• Concurrent Operations: Dual processor allows programming a part while running production

• Production Statistics for cost estimating & scheduling

• 2D DXF file transfer & optional 3D Step file import

• Animation / Bending simulation allows you to see programmed moves before running production

• Remote, off-line programming with stand-alone software or through installed network card

• Color touch screen monitor and industrial grade sealed keyboard for data entry

• Simple programming with Windows 10 based operating system

• Exceptional accuracy and repeatability

• Sealed, oversize bearings for low maintenance operation

• Wire fed directly from coil

• A variety of servo drive options for combinations of faster feed and bending speeds

• One keystroke transition between Metric and English units of measure

• Merge individual part programs for production of complete assemblies or program to make alternating parts

• Programmable delay or hold functions to match downstream operations in work cells

• Spiral software function allows user to define any spiral with just three numbers

• Easily accessible tooling for minimal setup and change over time

• Hardened and precision ground tool steel moving parts for exceptional wear and tool life

• Optional I/O’s for interconnection of auxiliary equipment such as robotics, threading units & inspection devices

• Highest overall production speeds in the industry

• Network ready for “Dial-A-Service”

• Serial, Ethernet & USB Ports

• Safety barrier with safety interlock door included

• Extended rotation of bending arm for efficiency and reliability

• Fully automated payoff unit included: 5Hp, 2000 Kgr (4500 Lbs) capacity

• Temperature controlled electronics cabinets with washable filters