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Simply usable without encapsulation In addition to the standard version, many actuators are also available as water-proof, splash-proof or dust-proof models. While pneumatic actuators are only safe enough after extensive encapsulation, IAI's IP-protected actuators can be used without any further construction measures. There is no risk of leakage here. The uncomplicated installation without additional units and the small space requirement significantly reduce the costs and time required for commissioning.

Increasing Trend: Production in the Cleanroom IAI actuators in cleanroom design are frequently used in the electronics and semiconductor industry, photovoltaic production and medical technology. Due to constantly growing requirements and new legal regulations, they are also increasingly used in other production areas where dust or dirt particles are to be avoided. Stainless steel dust protection band All IAI cleanroom products are classified in ISO cleanroom classes for the maximum permissible particle concentration per m³ of air. With a stainless steel dust protection band, the actuators are sealed and ISO cleanroom compliance is achieved by drawing the air inside the enclosure. Furthermore, the sealed construction also allows the unit to be used, for example, in vertical and horizontal directions (in lateral position), i.e. in the mounting forms that were previously only possible to a limited extent.

IAI's new controller series: R-Unit R-Unit is the new generation of controllers that are coupled via module connections and are modularly interchangeable. These include the RSEL program controller for connecting up to 8 actuators (in combination with the REC EC control up to 16 actuators), the RCON position controller for up to 16 electric cylinders and the REC EC controller for motion control of up to 16 EleCylinder axes. Common to all of them are the linkable control units with identical connections, which allow a free selection and combination of connected electric actuators and their control methods. Mixed control of electric cylinders with 24 volt and 230 volt motors is also easily feasible.

Micro Cylinder with only 14 mm Cross-section The ultra-compact RCD micro cylinder is a rod type with a length of only 52 to 72 mm and a width of only 12 mm. The motor-driven micro cylinder is designed for applications with low load and power requirements. It can be used for short strokes, press mounting, lifting and lowering and many other applications. The micro linear cylinder with 24 VDC miniature motor for a maximum payload of 0.7 kg is available for stroke lengths of 10, 20 and 30 mm. The small 2.5 W motor has a rated thrust of 4.2 N and a speed of up to 300 mm/s at an acceleration of up to 9.81 m/s.

Space-saving electric mini slide table actuators from IAI are used as positioning systems in many manufacturing companies. They are suitable for lifting, lowering, pressing and clamping workpieces as well as for horizontal movements and many other assembly devices. The mini slide table types are available in narrow, wide or flat design. The built-in guide eliminates the need for an external one, which saves assembly space. The latest developments are the miniature slide table types of the RCA2 series with 24V servo motor or the RCS2 series with 230V servo motor.

n the micro and micro-drive sector, IAI offers small mini slider types that easily replace pneumatic cylinders due to their identical design and simple control mode. They are suitable for mounting fixtures, workpiece positioning, table motion and many other applications. In the RCP3 series, the smallest models are available as a slider types with sliding spindle. The latest developments are the space-saving mini slider types of the RCA2 series with 24 V servo motor.

Electric linear actuators from IAI are available as rod, slider and slide table types as well as with toothed belt drive. They are equipped with a stepper motor or servo motor and often already have a battery-free absolute encoder as standard. On request, they can also be supplied without an electric drive unit. The product range of linear actuators consists of the RoboCylinder series, which are characterised by high user-friendliness, simple programming as well as compact design. Their focus is on covering common customer requirements and are therefore relatively inexpensive. Electric slider type actuators and axes with toothed belt drive from the IntelligentActuators product line complete the product portfolio. They meet higher requirements than RoboCylinders in terms of payload, speed, acceleration and precision.

The linear rod type actuators from the RoboCylinder series are available with 24V stepper motor, 24V servo motor or 230V servo motor. They are characterized by their compact design, mechanical stability and high positioning accuracy of up to ± 5 μm. The linear actuators are available in two design variants: As a directly driven rod type with motor in extension of the cylinder longitudinal axis and as a shorter variant with deflection, in which the motor and axis are parallel to each other. Both variants are also suitable as heavy-duty electric actuators for high payloads. In addition to the standard version, many linear actuators are also available as cleanroom versions and for special environmental conditions also as dustproof, splashproof or waterproof models with IP54 to IP67 protection.

EleCylinder are electric cylinders with motor, encoder and integrated controller. These energy-saving actuators are extremely easy to use and operation via data input requires no complicated programming. Start and end points can be set to any position. Due to the high-speed movements, EleCylinders are ideally suited for short cycle times. Unlike pneumatic cylinders, they can also perform slow uniform speeds over the entire stroke. Even gentle starting or braking are no longer a problem. EleCylinder are repairable easily and have only a few maintenance parts.

Efficient positioning, assembly and handling of workpieces are key components in many manufacturing companies to meet growing cost pressures. Replacing pneumatic cylinders with electric linear drives can save up to 90 % of energy consumption. In addition, there are numerous advantages in motion control. IAI has the world's largest portfolio of electric actuators with 24 or 230 volt stepper or servo motors. The electric cylinders perform linear, rotary or gripping movements and are characterised by the uniquely compact design including motor and encoder as well the high quality. In addition to the standard version, electric cylinders are also available for cleanrooms and as IP-protected models for dusty or wet production environments.

Small mini rod types from IAI replace pneumatic cylinders with ease due to their identical design and simple control mode. They are used as electromechanical positioning systems for assembly devices as well as for lifting, lowering, pressing or clamping of workpieces by many manufacturing companies. In the RCP3 series, the smallest models are available as rod types with sliding or recirculating ball screws. The latest developments are the numerous space-saving mini rod types of the RCA2 series with 24 V servo motor or the RCS2 series with 230 V servo motor.

Short-stroke Actuators in Smallest Sizes The overall length, width and height of Mini-RoboCylinders are comparable to the sizes of pneumatic cylinders. Moreover, they also work with the same control signals. A changeover to pneumatic-free automation is therefore quick and easy. In addition to the standard version, mini actuators cylinders are also available for cleanrooms and as IP-protected models for dusty or wet production environments.

The RCP6 rotary chucks consolidate motorized rotation and gripping movement in a single unit. The rotating axis can perform multipoint positioning between 0 and 360° (one rotation). The rotational speed and acceleration/deceleration can also be set to any value. The chuck module is small and lightweight, as a solenoid gripper is used. Furthermore, the battery-less absolute encoder equipped means that home return is not required.

To meet the wide range of requirements in terms of mass moment of inertia, lead and payload, there is a comprehensive range of rotary acutators from the RCP2 and EleCylinder series with 24V stepper motor and the RCS2 series with 230 Vservo motor. RCP6 rotary grippers, which combine motorized rotating and gripping in one unit, complete the product range.

Toothed belt linear actuators from IAI are particularly suitable for high speeds, rapid accelerations and strokes between 200 mm and 3,200 mm. All actuators have a compact frame geometry and optimised cross section for maximum rigidity and load bearing capacity, making them resistant to twisting and deformation. IAI linear actuators with toothed belt drive are ideal for fast handling and positioning tasks in which high repeat accuracy with short cycle times are vital. The double slider option of the IF and the new IFA series gives the possibility to vary the distance between the two sliders. This increases the overhang load capability and allows a wide variety of configurations. Advantages at a glance ▸ High speed and acceleration ▸ High bending stiffness ▸ Long strokes ▸ Low maintenance ▸ Low noise

RoboCylinder slide table actuators combine high load capacity with very good guiding accuracy. The compact design offers extra stability and enables use even in confined spaces. They are suitable for precise assembly applications, for positioning or for pushing movements of horizontal payloads up to 30 kg and vertical payloads up to 24 kg. The slide tables are provided with fitting holes for changing workpieces. The linear drives are available either as directly driven compact slides with motor in extension of the longitudinal axis as well as shorter versions in which motor and axis are parallel to each other.

RoboCylinder & IntelligentActuator Slider Types Slider type actuators are mainly used for transporting and positioning workpieces horizontally or vertically. To meet the requirements in terms of payload, speed, spindle pitch, precision and much more, IAI offers many choices in both the RoboCylinder and IngelligenActuator series. These include extra-wide slide axes whose base frames have increased bending strength. Many linear actuators are available in two design variants: As a directly driven slider type with motor in extension of the cylinder's longitudinal axis and as a shorter version with angled motor if the available working space is limited.