TECHNOLOGY NEWS:
Variable pitch traverse winder
Amacoil Inc., USA, has introduced the Kinemax linear drive. Primary features are variable pitch making it possible to spool materials of varying diameters using only one winding assembly, without having to change the drive system’s gear ratio for each different gauge of material being spooled. The desired pitch is set using a control dial on the face of the drive unit. Pitch remains constant regardless of the drive motor speed, or the take-up reel rotational speed, assuring that the material being spooled is guided onto the reel in smooth, evenly placed lay-line rows. After the thickest material is spooled, the linear pitch may be “dialed” down to meet application requirements for all thinner materials. Additional adjustments to gearing or controls are not required.
Kinemax assemblies also feature a mechanical reversal mechanism eliminating the need for a reversible motor, complex controls and programming. Traverse movement is automatically synchronised with spooled rotation. The assembly runs on a smooth shaft. The traverse is engineered to prevent backlash without additional anti-backlash solutions such as preloaded nuts, shims or double enveloping threads.
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Amacoil Inc |
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USA |
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+1 610 485 2357 |
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www.amacoil.com |