FEC AFC1500 - Manual (Page 17)

FEC AFC1500 Operations Manual Chapter 1: Outline (Rev. 6: 10/09)
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1.2 Features
The AFC1500 Fastening System is a culmination of over thirty years of electric fastening expertise in-
tegrated with the latest electronic technology. The system is designed with modular construction in
mind. Configuration can be as simple as a single spindle controlled from a PLC, or a group of up to
31 spindles controlled from one main controller, the Multi Unit. The Multi Unit can be added to any
spindle(s) to perform the function of Sequencing, I/O Control, and Data Reporting for the spindles
connected to it. This drastically reduces the number of I/O required and simplifies PLC logic.
The basic elements of this system are:
1) A brushless, Resolver Based permanent magnet motor
2) Durable Planetary Gear Transmission
3) Reliable intelligent torque Transducer
2) A combination Fastening Controller / Digital Servo Amplifier (SAN unit)
• Compact Design
As the result of miniaturization circuit technology, the compact SAN units (Controller) main-
tain a maximum width as little as 60 mm in spite of the built-in power source and Servo Amplifier.
System components are Back Panel mounted.
• Detachable Front Keypad-Display.
A Hot Swap-able front keypad display is available as an optional component for programming
single units and/or monitoring the fastening results and status conditions in the system. The system
can operate without the display.
• Multiple Condition Display
The system features a set of LED's that light to indicate the status of the System.
• Parameter Selection
Totally digitized system eliminates analog potentiometers.
Up to 16 different sets of parameters can be stored into Flash ROM for each spindle.
No battery-backup of memory is required.
• Available AFC User Console Programming Software
The AFC User Console Software incorporates the user interface as an integral part of the to-
tal system configuration. Nutrunner programming and data collection can be performed via the user-
friendly AFC software. Functions such as Preset Parameter programming, Fastening data monitoring
and Fastening data analysis can be performed on multiple connected spindles using this software.
With the addition of a Multi Unit main controller, Fastening Sequencing and Fastening data
output can be programmed and controlled from the Single (Multi Unit) connection point. Typically this
software is installed in an industrial computer touch screen integrated into the system, but can also be
utilized through a detachable PC.
• Communication Interface
For Stand-Alone operation external communication is available through an integrated RS-485
port or via an optional Keypad Display (DP2 or DP4). The DP2 and DP4 units provide individual
spindle RS232 ASCII data output. Additional Communication options are available when configured
with the AFC1500 Multi Unit (Refer to related instruction manuals).
• Motor
A permanent magnet DC motor provides for improved fastening control. The sealed design
of the motor provides greater protection from contamination without generating excess heat. The re-
solver is uniquely designed to withstand harsh environments and provide high resolution control / an-
gular feedback signals
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