BA SERIES ROIbots

Toshiba Machine, Control Systems Division's new Cartesian BA Series ROIbots offer over 500 configurations for virtually limitless applications. ROIbots are the latest addition to Toshiba Machine's line-up, which includes a range of SCARA robots. Featuring a modular, building block design, ROIbots allow single or dual axis configurations to be built from the same standard components.

The slim axes and the reduced length design of the ROIbot meet the requirements of limited space applications. Each cross section axis is just 3.07" x 2.95". Motors can be mounted in line with the axis on either side, or underneath to reduce overall axis length. Though narrow, the axes are rigid. Featuring precision ground ball screws and high rigidity linear guides, each axis can handle a payload of up to 110 lbs. with uncompromising accuracy. An absolute, no "return to home," method of motion is employed.

The ROIbot's compact controller, comparable in size to a stand-alone AC servo driver, (2.17" x 6.30" x 5.28"(D) per axis), comfortably fits into instrumentation panels. The controller is easily programmed through the use of a ROIbot teach pendant or computer.

Up to four controllers can be connected together in a multitasking system. And, for maximum system flexibility, the controllers can accept a pulse train input for movement commands. This allows for the easy integration of an external motion control system.

Toshiba Machine's ROIbots are an economical alternative to today's industrial robots. Some ROIbot application possibilities include parts feeding, testing, cutting, soldering, screw fastening, riveting, positioning, loading/unloading, vision systems, pick & place and more.

Toshiba Machine Co., America - Control Systems Division, 755 Greenleaf Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007. Tel: 847-593-1616; Fax: 847-593-9741.