The module fulfils the pieces transportation from one station to another. It is constituted by a manipulator with a double effect cylinder for the high/low movement, a rotating cylinder for the piece transportation from one position
to another and a pneumatic gripper for picking up the piece. The movements of the pneumatic devices are controlled by sensors. The complete control of the module is carried out by a PLC (optional) linked to the system through an
I/O interface box. The PLC programming software allows the development of a wide set of automation experiences with the module, working in an integrated cycle or in a stand alone mode. Finally, the module supervision is carried out with the software.
TRAINING PROGRAM:
The training program that can be developed with the module includes:
• Principles of electro-pneumatics
• Operation of the pneumatic cylinders
• Operation of the pneumatic gripper
• Operation of solenoid electro-valves
• Operation of the magnetic sensors
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Modular unit assembled on a aluminium section bar structure. It includes I/O interface box with:
• Ø = 2 mm terminals
• Cable with 25-pole D-SUB plug connector
Besides performing the function of control board for the module, this interface box also enables the students to carry out electrical measurements on the components of the module. The control of the module is possible through the follow PLC training panels (not supplied):
• PLC training panels manages the module through Ø = 2 mm terminals. In case one of these two panels is used, a 24 Vdc power supply is already mounted on board.
Sensors and actuators:
• 3 REED sensors
• 1 Inductive sensor
• 2 5/2 monostable electro-valves
• 1 5/2 bistable electrovalve
Station inputs and outputs:
• 4 Digital inputs
• 4 Digital outputs
