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mapal workholding fixtures are any tools with specific functions connected to the robot edge (joint). This may include robot grippers, robot tool changers, robot collision sensors, robot rotary unions, robot force tools, compliance devices, robot spray guns, robot deburring tools, robot arc welding torches, robot electric welding torches, etc. Robot end-effectors are generally considered peripheral equipment of the robot, robot accessories, robot tools, and arm-end tools (EOA). Key elements: mechanism type, gripping method, gripping force, drive unit and control object characteristics, mass, shape, center of gravity position, size, dimensional tolerance, surface condition, material, strength, operating parameters, operating space environment, operating accuracy, operating speed and acceleration, clamping time.

mapal workholding fixture classification

1) Lathe fixtures: Fixtures used on lathes to machine internal and external rotational surfaces and end faces of workpieces are called lathe fixtures. Most lathe fixtures are mounted on the spindle, while a minority are mounted on the saddle or bed. 2) CMM fixtures: Used on coordinate measuring machines, utilizing modular support and reference devices to achieve flexible fixation of the measured workpiece. This device allows automatic programming to support the workpiece and establish unlimited workpiece configuration reference points. Advanced dedicated software can directly generate workpiece clamping programs within seconds based on the workpiece's geometric data. 3) Industrial robot fixtures: All mounted on industrial robots for use in industrial automation equipment, representing one of the new technologies in modern industrial automation. They primarily appear in modern industrial production in coordination with robots, with common applications in automated unmanned factories for machine tool loading/unloading, workpiece palletizing/depalletizing, welding, grinding, etc. 4) Milling machine fixtures: All mounted on the milling machine table, moving with the table feed motion. They mainly consist of positioning devices, clamping devices, fixture bodies, connecting elements, and tool-setting elements. During milling, cutting forces are high and cutting is intermittent, causing significant vibration; therefore, milling fixtures require high clamping force, and both rigidity and strength requirements are relatively high. 5) Bearing housing fixtures: To ensure and improve the production quality of bearing housings, in addition to machine tools and other mechanical equipment, a large amount of process equipment is used, including bearing housing fixtures, molds, cutting tools, and related auxiliary tools. Bearing housing fixtures are specialized production tools designed to ensure the product quality of bearing housings, making the production process more convenient. Different bearing housing fixtures vary in structure, form, operating conditions, and design principles, resulting in a wide variety of types and styles, which account for a significant proportion in both quantity and variety. These bearing housing fixtures can accurately determine the relative position between the workpiece and the tool, i.e., clamp the workpiece to be machined, thereby enabling the necessary movements during the machining process. Since bearing housing fixtures play a very important role in the bearing housing production process, the drafting of bearing housing fixture design drawings is also crucial.

mapal workholding fixture principles and features

The structure of a flat vacuum suction cup consists of the suction cup and the suction cup holder. The flat vacuum suction cup is first connected via a pipe to vacuum equipment such as a vacuum generator, then brought into contact with the object to be lifted, such as glass or paper. The vacuum equipment is activated to create negative pressure inside the suction cup, securely holding the object for transport. When the object reaches its destination, air is gently introduced into the vacuum suction cup, changing the internal pressure from negative to zero or slightly positive, allowing the suction cup to release the object, thus completing the lifting and transport task. 1) Prone to wear. As it is generally made of rubber and directly contacts objects, it suffers severe wear and deteriorates quickly. It is a pneumatic wearable part. Precisely because of this, it stands out significantly among many pneumatic components. 2) Easy to use. Regardless of the material of the object being sucked, as long as it can seal without air leakage, it can be used. Electromagnetic chucks cannot do this; they can only be used on steel, and cannot suck plates or objects made of other materials. 3) No pollution. Vacuum suction cups are particularly environmentally friendly, do not pollute the environment, and produce no light, heat, or electromagnetic effects. 4) Does not damage the workpiece. Since vacuum suction cups are made of rubber, picking up or placing down workpieces causes no damage. Hook-type and cable-type lifting gear cannot achieve this. In some industries, where surface requirements for workpieces are particularly strict, only vacuum suction cups can be used.

mapal workholding fixture maintenance

1) Before use, check whether the limit dimensions remain in the correct position. 2) If stop pins are excessively worn, they can be ground and repaired; if baffles, pins, or locating tapered pins are excessively worn, they can be reassembled, shifting the worn areas to continue use. 3) Apply anti-rust oil after use. Regular long-term lubrication maintains the life of synchronous fixtures; incorrect lubrication leads to reduced clamping force, poor accuracy, wear, and seizing, so proper lubrication is essential. After machining, be sure to clean the synchronous fixture body and slide ways using an air gun or similar tool. During cleaning, remove the dust cover fixing screws and take off the dust cover, while opening the main jaws to their widest position to easily clean chips accumulated inside the fixture. To avoid reduced clamping force due to rust, use rust-preventive cutting oil. Remove the synchronous fixture every six months for thorough cleaning (at least every two months when machining cast iron or copper products). Check parts for damage or wear, and replace with new items immediately if severe. Lubricate thoroughly before assembly.

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