Tool Support Arms

Welded construction.
Rigid Support Column.
Built for high cycle use with sealed bearings at each joint.
Multiple arm lengths available.
Air cylinder/spring suspension for zero gravity feel.
Adjustments at each plane to ensure perpendicularity to the work surface.
Cushioned swiveling hand piece with remote start trigger provide a comfortable and ergonomic workstation.
Adjustable down-assist feature for self-tapping applications.
Rigid tool mount for customer’s tool.
Integration of most brands of pneumatic or DC electric tools.
Optional X-Y Encoders.

Features and Benefits:

Rigid construction
Sealed bearings at each joint for smooth action and minimum deflection.
Optional swivel hand piece to keep the operator’s wrist straight.

Optional remote start trigger for lever operated tools to keep the operator’s hand close to the process.
Optional down-assist feature. Great for thread forming fasteners and maintaining positive bit engagement.
Optional encoders provide X-Y positioning for “Smart Workstations.”

Maximum Recommended Specifications

  
    #
    Model
    Max Tool Weight
	  Max Torque
  

    1
    TR-1
    5 lbs. (2.3 Kg)
	  354 in-lb (40 NM)
  

    2
    TR-1 HD
    5 lbs. (2.3 Kg)
	  620 in-lb (70 NM)
  

    3
    TR-2
    10 lbs. (4.5 Kg)
	  1328 in-lb (150 NM)
  

#	Model	Max Tool Weight	Max Torque
1	TR-1	5 lbs. (2.3 Kg)	354 in-lb (40 NM)
2	TR-1 HD	5 lbs. (2.3 Kg)	620 in-lb (70 NM)
3	TR-2	10 lbs. (4.5 Kg)	1328 in-lb (150 NM)

TR-1 Precision Tool Support Features:

Built for high cycle use with ball bearing joints & rigid support column
The TR-1 features high torque capacity (40 Nm) with tool adaptors for most tool brands
Optional encoders provide positional information for sequential fastening & changing tool strategies
A spring-loaded cable support is also included together with an output cable for the two (2) encoders

Encoders may be used on an existing PLC controller at the station. (Optional controller available)
The swivel handpiece & remote start trigger provide a comfortable and ergonomic workstation.
A combination spring & air cylinder support system handles tools up to 5 lbs. (2.3kg) with controlled “down assist” for self-tapping & similar applications.
The TR series may be supplied with screw sensors & blow feed system for a complete “smart” workstation.

About Assembly Automation

Assembly Automation is a California-based automation component supplier, specializing in the production of pre-engineered screw driving and screw feed systems for automated and hand-held assembly equipment.

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