The robot module is used to transport pieces in a circular area. It includes a cylinder for up/down movements, another cylinder for the forward/backward movements, a suction cup for holding the piece, and a motor with encoder coupled to a reducer for the operations of rotation. The robot’s movements are clearly identified by the REED sensors, for the movement of cylinders, and by the inductive sensor for the rotation.
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 vacuum circuit coupled to a suction cup
• Operation of the electro valves
• Operation of REED and inductive sensors
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Modular unit assembled on a aluminum 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:
• 4 REED sensors
• 1 Inductive sensor
• 3 5/2 monostable electro-valves
• 1 Motor of 24 Vdc with encoder
Station inputs and outputs:
• 7 Digital inputs
• 5 Digital outputs
