27 July 2005Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services
The FX-1 is a flexible and high-speed assembly platform, capable of achieving a throughput of 25 000 cph (IPC 9850). This machine, manufactured by Juki, is said to be unique in design with its compact and simple X/Y-Axis drive system. Whilst it uses the latest technology, the FX-1 still offers outstanding price-performance, says its manufacturer.
The FX-1 represents a new concept in high-speed assembly machines. The horizontal axes are driven by linear motors that create both high-speed and precise positional accuracy. The innovative concept of the PCB table and two quadruple X/Y axis placement heads give almost zero idle time. While one head is placing components, the other simultaneously picks. These innovations deliver a very high practical throughput, which the company says is more critical for productivity than theoretical CPH values. A further advantage is its simplicity and reliability, compared to conventional, and more complex, double beam systems.
The FX-1 is part of the company's modular machine family and is compatible with previous equipment generations. This makes it possible to set up the optimum production line for any given task. Current Juki series machines can also be integrated with the new platforms.
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