1. Automated Conveyor System Control
In a manufacturing plant, an automated conveyor system requires precise control of multiple solenoids, motor starters, and indicator lights. The AFPX-TR8 output cassette can be integrated into a Panasonic FP-XH PLC to provide the necessary discrete output points.
Problem SolvedEfficiently controls various actuators in a conveyor system, enabling stop/start operations, diverting products, and signaling status with high reliability, leveraging its 8 NPN transistor outputs.
Conveyor automationNPN transistor outputdiscrete controlsolenoid valvesmotor controlmaterial handling
2. Packaging Machine Actuator Control
A high-speed packaging machine utilizes numerous pneumatic cylinders and electromechanical relays for actions like sealing, cutting, and sorting. The AFPX-TR8 expansion output module provides dedicated NPN transistor outputs for rapid and precise activation of these components.
Problem SolvedProvides robust and fast-acting control for the diverse actuators in a packaging machine, ensuring accurate timing and sequence of operations critical for production efficiency, with 24 V DC, 0.3 A outputs.
Packaging automationpneumatic controlactuator activationNPN outputhigh-speed machineryindustrial relays
3. Industrial Robotic Gripper Control
Robotic cells in assembly lines often require direct control over grippers, pneumatic clamps, and small indicator lights attached to the robot's end effector. The AFPX-TR8 can extend the PLC's capabilities to manage these components.
Problem SolvedEnables the FP-XH PLC to directly control up to 8 low-power 24V DC components on a robotic arm or tooling, providing precise and reliable on/off control for gripping, releasing, and status indication, enhancing robotic cell flexibility.
Roboticsgripper controlNPN outputassembly automation24V DC controlend-effector