Application Reference Guide
High-speed Feeder (Multi-axis) Mitsubishi Solution iQ platform Sequence Controller: Q04UDEH CPU iQ platform Motion Controller: Q173D CPU Servo Amplifier: MR-J3-B Servomotor: HF-KP, HF-JP Graphic Operation Terminal: GOT1000 VFD: FR-E700 (CC-Link module FR-A7NC) CC-Link Master: QJ61BT11N Feeder #1
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◇ Overview An entire high-speed feeder application uses multiple servos to pass material along a conveyor belt to be collated and then inserted into envelopes, boxes, or other packages before being collected and sorted for distribution. In some feeder applications, a printing station may also be a part of the application. These types of machines are particularly useful in the Material Handling industry for the mass production of stationary goods, card packaging, and for the distribution of mass mail. Each feeder application requires synchronous start/stop servo movement in combination with encoder following and line shaft camming.
◇ Example Applications ♦
Stationary packaging
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Cardstock packaging
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Bulk mail
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Paper collating
High-speed Feeder (Multi-axis) ◇ Solution features, advantages and benefits Features Multi-axis synchronization with mechanical support language Easy to follow and respond to external encoder signals through visual programming techniques
High resolution absolute encoders Smooth and accurate positioning with 18bit resolution (262,144 ppr) absolute encoders
Advantages/Benefits 50% reduced programming time Reduced machine cost (less mechanical components) Less programming hassle
Reduced setup time
Re-homing not necessary after power down Direct setting for start/stop positions
Reduced machine & maintenance costs (eliminate switches) Reduced inventory cost (absolute encoder is standard)
20% reduced overall cost
SSCNET III communication
Easy to set up and configure Plug & play wiring High-speed 50Mbps motion network 100% noise immunity Automatic parameterization
High speed backplane with Multiple CPU support
60% reduced setup time
Less engineering costs
Less scrap material
Reduced wiring cost Reduced machine downtime Increased positioning accuracy Reduced TCO
Flexible options for system expansion Networking, PLC, analog, motion, CNC, and robot control Single vendor Useful integration options
Customizable HMI terminal
Reduced inventory Faster product installation and system reconfiguration
Increased machine OEE
Less troubleshooting time Less scrap material
Easy to use Less effort for programming and operating Convenient USB program loading
Built-in monitoring and diagnostics Ladder monitor/editor Program upload/download capability
Reduced maintenance time & cost
Quicker changes with ladder monitor/editor
*Note: The values listed in the table are based on real world applications.
◇ Customer Testimonials
“Adding a Mitsubishi HMI to our system has opened a wide range of new possibilities we didn’t even know were possible. The built-in system monitor screens are particularly helpful.” R72-095-SLSMKTG-004-*