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A pneumatic connection mechanism called a Robotic Tool Changers enables a robot to drop off and pick up various end effectors. The master plate and the tool plate are the two parts that make up each tool changer. While a tooling plate is fastened to each end effector tool, the master plate is kept attached to the robot.
The robot proceeds to the tool stand places the new tool above the docking station and then releases the new tool. After connecting the robot and tool plates at the next tool’s docking station, the robot travels on to the next tool and picks it up.
A tool change can be made in its entirety in a matter of seconds. Many pneumatic ports are standard on the majority of tool changers. To complete connections for electric, communication, pneumatic, and fluid systems, tool changers can be connected with a variety of modules. With the aid of these modules, the robot is able to switch between a variety of tools designed for various industrial purposes.
Using a tool changer, the robot may switch out the grippers between machine operations (OP10, OP20, etc.). Additionally, it might offer the adaptability to manage various product SKUs. Typically, a tool change outfitted with electric and pneumatic modules is used to do this.
Palletizing: A tool changer enables the robot to switch between a vacuum tool, bag tool, clamp tool, and bottom-support tool for palletizing materials that call for various handling procedures.
Vacuum, pneumatic, and electric modules are typically used to create these connections. Ethernet and servo modules might be needed for more sophisticated equipment. Automated assembly processes may be the tool changers’ most widespread use. The robot can change between different grippers, fastening tools, and sensors via a tool changer. These tools often needed electric and pneumatic components.
The Global Robotic Tool Changers market accounted for $XX Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach $XX Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of XX% from 2023 to 2030.
Robots in the 25–35 kg payload class now have access to the robust and powerful technology of ATI’s Heavy Duty Tool Changers thanks to the QC-29 Robotic Tool Changers.
The QC-29 is the first standard ATI Tool Changer created with a rectangular body that attaches quickly to robot wrists with a diameter of 40 mm and 50 mm. In-body lock/unlock sensors and a redesigned locking mechanism are also features of the QC-29.
Connecting utilities is made simple with built-in airports and three module mounting flats, and the Zero-Freeplay design assures maximum repeatability for high-efficiency tool changes.
