At present, industrial robots are widely used in the automotive parts manufacturing industry, but their presence in the mold industry remains limited. The reason lies in the nature of mold companies, which typically operate as order-driven, single-piece, multi-variety, and small-volume production enterprises. Each project requires custom design and processing based on specific customer requirements, making the mold development process complex and ever-changing. Additionally, the mold industry demands high-precision equipment and tight delivery schedules, which significantly increase the challenges of integrating robotic systems.
So, if robotic applications aren't inherently difficult, why would mold companies consider using robots for automated processing? Let's take a look at a video showcasing FANUC’s robot and ROBODRILL small machining center working together in copper electrode processing, to understand the real difference automation can make.
[Image: Copper electrode automatic loading and unloading]
Video: Automatic Processing of Copper Electrodes
This system demonstrates seamless integration between the FANUC robot and the machining center, offering high flexibility and broad application potential in automation:
- The universal LR Mate 200iD robot features a maximum load capacity of 7 kg and a repeatable positioning accuracy of ±0.02 mm. It efficiently handles large and heavy workpieces, boosting productivity without compromising precision.
- The LR Mate 200iD weighs only 25 kg, making it ideal for confined spaces. Its high rigidity arms and advanced servo control technology ensure smooth, vibration-free motion even at high speeds.
- The ROBODRILL is equipped with the latest FANUC 31i-B CNC system, featuring a high-power spindle that reaches up to 24,000 rpm—perfect for precise mold machining.
- The side door of the ROBODRILL is pneumatic and can be synchronized with the robot to reduce system cycle time.
[Images: System layout and operation]
FANUC’s copper electrode processing solution has gained popularity due to its wide range of applications and excellent cost-performance ratio. In China’s mold market, especially in South China, the FANUC small machining center is known as the “copper machine†for its high precision, efficiency, and reliability. It has become a favorite among customers and is highly sought after in the industry.
[Images: Real-world applications]
[Video: FANUC ROBODRILL triaxial copper electrode processing]
[Video: FANUC ROBODRILL four-axis copper electrode processing]
The key advantages of the FANUC ROBODRILL small machining center include:
- **"The strongest brain" – FANUC 31i-B CNC system**: This high-performance CNC system offers exceptional stability and data processing speed, enabling complex surface machining. It also ensures excellent compatibility with other systems.
- **High-rigidity spindle**: Whether operating at 10,000 or 24,000 rpm, the spindle delivers greater power and torque than standard BT30 spindles, allowing for rough milling and rigid operations like boring that other machines cannot handle quickly.
- **Direct-coupled spindle design**: Motor directly connected to the spindle for improved performance and reduced maintenance.
- **Grease-loaded bearings**: Eliminate the need for frequent lubrication and maintenance.
- **High-speed, high-precision bearings**: Ensure low heat generation and high accuracy during high-speed operations.
- **High torque specification**: Provides strong cutting power, especially at lower speeds.
- **High acceleration positioning**: Enables faster response times and smoother directional changes.
- **High-precision machining**: Equipped with ultra-high-resolution pulse encoders for nanometer-level feedback, reducing shape errors and delivering exceptionally smooth surfaces through AI Contour Control II.
- **AI thermal displacement compensation**: Automatically compensates for thermal expansion caused by spindle and axis movement, ensuring consistent accuracy.
- **Safe and reliable**: Features dual safety checks to meet Chinese industrial standards. Built in Japan, it offers 2-year warranty and energy-efficient design that converts regenerative energy into electricity, reducing overall power consumption.
This combination of performance, reliability, and efficiency makes the FANUC ROBODRILL an ideal choice for mold manufacturers looking to automate their copper electrode processing and improve productivity.
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