ROBOTIC SANDING CELL
ROBOTIC SANDING CELL
More about the Robotic Sanding Cell
The Robotic Sanding Cell is a simplified approach to industrial robotic sanding. While DIY Robotics isn’t aiming to reinvent the wheel, we designed this solution to bring industrial robotic sanding into small and medium business looking to improve upon their sanding processes.
The combination of these 3 leaders in their industries brought forward a solution that offers flexibility, performance, and usability.
Why a robotic Sanding Cell
IDEAL FOR
The best part of the Robotic Sanding Cell is its ease of use. Its configuration makes it ideal for flat surfaces with a single random orbit tool orientation. The open structure of the cell gives room for a wide variety of different parts.
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SURFACE
FINISHING
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SURFACE
CONDITIONNING
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SURFACE
POLISHING
More about sanding
Choosing the right abrasive will make a difference in the process.
Most people are familiar with the concept of sanding: processing a selected surface with an abrasive. The sanding process might seem simple to understand but there is more than just the abrasive to consider. Involving 3M’s expert Application Engineers at the beginning of your project provides support for your end goal in mind. Sanding is not just about choosing the right abrasive, but it’s also about choosing the right parameters and seings to achieve your desired finish and goal. With 3M’s 30+ Years of Automation Expertise and 100+ Years of Abrasives knowledge and technology, 3M will work with you to help find the optimal solution to fit your needs. There are many factors to consider when automating sanding tasks. Taking the time to optimize these factors is well worth it.
Important Factors
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The surface
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The abrasive
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The part
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The speed
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The force
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The design
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The tooling
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The compliance
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The robot path
It is important to involve 3M early in your process and get in touch with their complimentary Application Engineering. They will provide support and discuss your robotic abrasive process needs.
A compliant sanding tool designed for robots
The Robotic Sanding Cell is equipped
with the ATI AOV-10 orbital sander tool.
With built-in adjustable compliance, the AOV-10 Robotic Orbital Sander is primed for a wide variety of surface preparation, conditioning and finishing processes. The pneumatically actuated compliance mechanism gives users control of contact forces to provide consistent processing, regardless of the tool’s orientation. The AOV-10 is optimized for use with 3M Abrasives and includes 3M’s curated starter media kit.
To bring more autonomy to the sanding process, the Robotic Sanding Cell is equipped with the Automatic Media Change system for the AOV-10. This hands-free option for media changeover helps the cell perform its task with minimal human intervention. Users can program exchange cycles to optimize their media and store backup discs or use a variety of discs in one process.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
FEATURES
- Compliance Force: 1.5 lb – 15 lb
- Compliance Force (Extend): 3 lb – 15 lb
- Compliance Force (Retract): 1.5 lb – 7.5 lb
- Motor: Air motor, vane type
- Speed: 10000 rpm
- Air consumption: 20 CFM
- Disc Size: 5” or 6”
- Orbit: 3/16 in
- Reach: 1418 mm
- Payload: 10 kg
- Speed: 1000 mm/s
- Wheels with integrated leveling pads
- Integrated electrical cabinet (32 in/32 out available user I/O)
- Integrated pneumatic panel (4 valves 5/3 open-center 6 mm ports)
- Meets the CSA requirements
- Optional adjustable height for improved ergonomics
- (Electrically or mechanically):
- Min 30 in (762 mm)
- Max 38 in (965 mm)
- (Electrically or mechanically):
- 480 VAC three phase:
- Optional 120V 15A
- EtherNet/IP communication
- Karel
- DCS
- Basic interference check
- Collision Guard
- Constant Path
Included software:
- Background logic programs for alarms, lights, locking sequence, and timers for the general operation of the robotic cell
- 10 basic programs associated with the product selection on the HMI page
- The cell is programmed to be operated with 3 buons (Stop, Reset, Start). It starts the main program that calls the selected product
- One homing program selectable by a macro
- Two HMI pages; one for the general operation of the cell and one for product selection
Installation
The Robotic Sanding Cell can be integrated into your production line with only a few simple steps. Before the robotic cell arrives at your factory, make sure the space has been prepared. The floor does not need to be perfectly levelled, as you will be able to adjust the cell by handling the pre-integrated ratchet handles on the wheels. The cell will need an electric and a pneumatic connection. Make sure you have both of them set up before the cell arrives.
Even though the Robotic Sanding Cell is collaborative, the running motor combined with the abrasive could pose a risk to the user. It is always important to perform a risk assessment before puing the Robotic Sanding Cell into production.
You can find more specifications about the Robotic Sanding Cell installation procedure in the documentation on our website. Remember that DIY Robotics provides free support to help you at any moment if needed.
We can assist you in many ways
As our mission is to make industrial robotics accessible to all, we have developed several tools to guide you towards your own Industrial Revolution. Visit our forum for free programming, engineering, designing, and troubleshooting support. You can also use our payload calculator to make sure the robot you selected can manipulate the EOAT you designed, or you can talk to one of our experts if you have any additional questions.
