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Compact control components contribute to downsizing of machine tools
Are you having trouble meeting strict downsizing requirements?
On production lines that demand high production efficiency, such as processing of mass production parts for the automotive industry, arranging multiple low-width machine tools into lines is a valid option for shortening the time to transfer workpieces to the next process. Rails can be laid along this line, used for robots that move with the workpiece as it advances through each process.
In recent years, in order to realize their ideal production lines, factories have been specifying detailed equipment dimensions and other specifications. Machine tool manufacturers are increasingly required to manufacture equipment that satisfies these custom requirements.
While there are calls to make machine tools narrower in order to reduce the overall distance that robots travel, there are also requests to enlarge the processing spaces inside machine tools. Although machine tool manufacturers have been working hard to downsize their products, there is still the question of what can be done to create machine tools that would satisfy future user requirements.
Compact control panels help to solve space and layout issues
Trying to modify the design of machine processing components themselves to meet processing speed and accuracy requirements introduces unnecessary risk. As such, it is seen as much easier to modify the design of machine control components. In these cases, IDEC recommends control panel miniaturization as an effective solution.
Replacing each control component with a more compact version is a relatively easy way to miniaturize the control panel, and allows more space to be created inside the machine tool. As an example, by using the compact IDEC RV8H interface relay, it is possible to reduce the space by around half while maintaining the same level of performance as conventional relays.
Also, using our slim PS5R-V switching power supplies the control panel can be made more compact, creating more space inside the machine tool as a result. By introducing a flexible mechanical design, user requirements can be met in a more flexible manner.
We deliver a wide range of control components tailored to various performance requirements and applications
IDEC offers many other products that can help downsize control panels for machine tools. We have an extensive lineup of compact control components, such as RJ series slim power relays with a high contact current and SJ series slim relay sockets. Contact IDEC for solutions concerning control components.
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