Product/Service

M-16iT & M-6iT Toploader

Source: FANUC Robotics North America, Inc.
FANUC Robotics' overhead rail-mounted robots are a family of six-axis, modular construction, electric servo-driven robots designed for material handling and machine tending. The overhead rail-mounte
FANUC Robotics' overhead rail-mounted robots are a family of six-axis, modular construction, electric servo-driven robots designed for material handling and machine tending. The overhead rail-mounted robots also have the ability to perform value-added post-processing operations. The robots are engineered for precision, high-speed operation, user-friendly setup and maximum reliability, supported by our extensive service and parts network.

M-6iT/M-16iT/M-16iLT, the Solution for:

  • Material handling
  • Machine tool load/unload
  • Injection mold machine load/ unload
  • Process applications (die spray, dispensing)
  • Assembly
Benefits
  • Six axes of motion (one linear, five rotary) result in a "mobile" robot capable of servicing multiple machines/stations/operations.
  • Choice of three versions mounted to a modular, over-head rail offers a variety of reach and payload choices.
  • Based on proven, reliable, standard products (M-6i, M-16i, M-16iL).
  • Modular rails can be attached to free-standing support legs with variable height attachment or to the fixed platen of an injection mold or die machine.
  • Easy installation alignment minimizes integration costs.
  • Reduces system content by replacing complex part handling equipment with simple pallets and feeders.
  • Reduces floor space and ceiling height requirements (compared to gantry robots).
  • Increased fault tolerance with quick recovery.
  • Top/front/side entry into a machine with six-axis dexterity allows for post-processing (e.g. palletizing, gaging, deburring, deflashing, labeling and packing).
  • Six-axis dexterity offers the ability to reorient parts between operations and/or service vertical and horizontal machines.
  • Uses standard FANUC R-J3 Controller and software (HandlingTool, KAREL).
  • Short-duration overpayload capability during part swap.
  • Improves machine uptime productivity as much as 30 percent by reducing or eliminating "door open" time.
Mechanical Features
  • Six axes of motion.
  • Three payload capacities (6kg, 10kg, 16kg).
  • Three articulated arm versions (1.1m reach, 1.4m reach, 1.6m reach).
  • Standard rail travel lengths of 3.0m, 5.0m, and 6.5m. Non-standard lengths also available.
  • Four user-specified J2 heights each with ± 200mm range (2.0m, 2.3m, 2.6m, 2.9m).
  • ± .25mm (±0.010") repeatability.
  • Fail-safe brakes on all six axes (M-16iT, M-16iLT).
  • Brushless AC servo motors minimize motor maintenance.
  • Rack and pinion drive on all models.
Options
  • Fail-safe brakes on all six axes of M-6iT.
  • Severe dust and liquid protection package for die cast spray and other harsh.

FANUC Robotics North America, Inc., 3900 West Hamlin Rd.. Tel: 800-47-ROBOT; Fax: 248-276-4133.