AFM-3Dx

Additional Features:

• Modular frame construction for easy field installation of accessories

• SmartEditor® Windows XP® 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

• 2-year limited parts and labor warranty

  
  

1.1

Two Plane Wire StraightenerEvery AFM-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: 2.7mm to 8mm (0.106” to 0.315”). Wire linearity: < 5:1000 at 6mm (0.236”) wire diameter. For wire diameters under 2.7mm (0.106”), an additional straightener is required. See Accessories Section. Please consult table on previous page for applicable tensile strength / diameter properties.

1.2

Feeder ModuleUsed 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: 120 meters/min (394 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 (40 GB), 3.5” floppy drive, CD-ROM, Fast Ethernet network ready and video camera for machine monitoring, videoconferencing or servicing available. Operating system is Windows® XP Pro.

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 “Slip-Ring”, an aircraft-quality device that allows electrical signals to pass through a series of gold plated rings and platinum contacts. The hydraulic and pneumatic lines pass through a “union”, which along with the slip ring device allow infinite rotation of the arm.

1.6

Hydraulic Unit (inside main machine enclosure): Used for supplying high-pressure oil to the wire cutter.

Consists of:-20 gallon oil tank with sight glassand oil filter-5 Hp electric motor & 5 gpm / 2300 PSI hydraulic gear pump-Double solenoid valve and pressure relief valve (factory preset to 2300 PSI)

1.7

Bending Head and 1.8 Cutting unit: Standard turret tooling consists of cluster with 4 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 HRCMaximum cutting force 4400 kgF (9700 lbF)

The cutting unit is hydraulic, providing exceptional reliability and longevity for high tensile and heavy cutting requirements. Double acting hydraulic cylinder design allows minimum maintenance (no spring return).

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, automatic speed control with AC Vector Drive, adjustable tension for 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/3D 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

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

• Simple programming with Windows XP Pro 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

• Double acting hydraulic cutting system for high tensile wire provides the strongest cut in the market

• One keystroke transition between Metric and English units of measure

• Video camera for remote machine monitoring or video conferencing

• 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 changeover time

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

• 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”

• Parallel, Serial, Ethernet & USB Ports

• Aluminium extrusion safety barrier with high impact polycarbonate shields and safety interlock door included

• Unlimited rotation of bending arm for maximum efficiency and reliability

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

• Temperature controlled electronics cabinets with washable filters