Theory of Operation
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Theory of Operation
Operation of the TM-403 is simple. The oper-
ator loads the Tray Feeder and then config-
ures the job for the selected part using the
TM-403’s intuitive, touch screen
Human
Machine Interface (HMI)
. Job configuration
includes selecting and programming inspec-
tion criteria.
When the TM-403 is set in motion, the pick
head picks an individual part from the
Tray
Feeder
and places the part directly into a car-
rier tape pocket. The
2D Vision System
detects empty pockets and inspects placed
parts for mark and orientation prior to cover
tape application. Parts that fail Inspection
stop operation and trigger an error message,
allowing the user to correct the error before
continuing operation.
As the tape advances, it passes sensors which detect jams in tape. Once the carrier tape
reaches the TM-403 sealer assembly, cover tape is applied. The part is then sealed in the pocket
with either a
Heat Seal
or
Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA)
cover tape. When the sealing pro-
cess is complete, the finished tape is routed onto a take-up reel.
During operation, the operator keeps the selected Tray Feeder supplied with parts and observes
the inspection process, adjusting operation and inspection settings as needed. In the event of 2D
inspection fails, the operator may re-orient or swap out parts from the output area as needed.
When tape reels are complete, the operator removes the full reel and replaces it with a new reel.
The TM-403 can also perform in Tray-to-Tray mode, combining partial trays for tray completion.
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