Air driven ejector unit for vacuum grippers (44 pages)
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Manual Manual KSG Series KSG Series Kenos Kenos Sack Gripper Sack Gripper ® ® Art. No. 02099565, Rev.07, EN, 2021-09 Art. No. 0209956, Rev.07, EN, 2021-09 Original instructions Original instructions...
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It is intended exclusively for use by persons authorized in your company. The transfer to third parties can only take place with the prior written consent of Piab AB. All is protected under the copyright law. Transmission to third parties and reproduction of this documentation is prohibited.
Introduction to the manual 1. Introduction to the manual 1.3.2 Mandatory signs 1.1 Revision history September 2021 Revision 07 published Note! 1.2 About the manual Information that needs extra attention! • The responsible party for the production site must ensure that this manual will be read and Wear eye protection understood.
Safety instruction 2. Safety instruction 2.1 General safety The gripping module described in this manual is Wear eye protection designed for implementation in industrial systems and therefore it must not be used with the conditions other than those specified. In the event that, contrary to indications, dusts, oil mists, fumes, etc are suctioned, these will be mixed The correct use of the pneumatic equipment within a with the discharge air of the vacuum generator and...
Safety instruction 2.2.4 Safety instructions Warning! The supply pressure should not exceed the recommended value of 7 bar (102 psi). Handle the components with care. During installation and maintenance, cut off voltage and pressure. Follow the installation and commissioning instructions. Modifying the components is prohibited.
Introduction to KSG gripping system 3. Introduction to KSG gripping system 3.1 Manufacturer 3.2 Compliance Piab AB Piab’s vacuum gripping system KSG series is in P.O. Box 4501 conformity with: SE-18304 TÄBY • DIRECTIVE 2006/42/CE of the European SWEDEN Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC.
Introduction to KSG gripping system Introduction to KSG gripping system 3.3 Overview and list of parts 3.3.1 Gripper, ejector version Figure 4 Gripper (ejector version) Basic body Plastic body Supply cover Fixing screws for gripping seal Supply cover seal Push in ejector Features: •...
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Introduction to KSG gripping system 3.3.2 Ejector body Figure 5 Ejector body Cover closing screws Supply cover Push in ejector Multistage COAX cartridge ® Posterior housing Anterior housing Tie-beam Screws Blind Cartridge for MIDI COAX ® O-ring Manual KSG Series Page 9/32...
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Introduction to KSG gripping system 3.3.3 Gripper, BL version Figure 6 Gripper (BL version) Basic body Blower connection cover Features: • Basic body is an extruded aluminium Exhaust cover seal section. Close cover • Blower/close covers are made of aluminium properly finished. Close cover screws •...
Installation 5. Installation Warning! • Prior to assembly/disassembly of the components, cut off voltage and pressure. Install and maintain the components only after thoroughly reading and understanding this manual. • Handle the components with care. • Modifying the components is prohibited. •...
Installation Installation 5.3 Pneumatic connection basic version 5.4 Pneumatic connection vertical version Figure 11 Vertical ejector version. Figure 9 Basic ejector version with single row. Compressed air connection G 1/4” for blow- off or vacuum monitoring Compressed air connection G 1/4” for vacuum Compressed air connection G 1/4”...
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Installation 5.5.1 Solenoid valves characteristics Description Unit Value Fluid Operating pressure MPa [psi] 0.15-0.7 [22-87] range Operating temperature -10 - 50 [14-122] °C [°F] range without icing Figure 14 Push-turn slotted locking type. Push-locking Manual override slotted style Push-turn slotted locking type. While pressing, turn with a screwdriver in the direction indicated in the Lubrication Not required...
Installation Installation Description Unit Value Warning! Fluid • M8 connector has an indication of IP65 Operating pressure (enclosure) that gives protection against MPa [psi] 0.15-0.7 [22-87] range dust and water. Take note, however, that the product isn’t designed to be used in Operating temperature -10 - 50 [14-122] °C [°F]...
Installation 5.8 Metal grid adjustment Figure 19 Metal grid. The metal grid is adjustable, the height depends by the products that you need to handle. To adjust the height of the grid, use the four highlighted screws. The screws must be regulated all together, 3 turns at a time each.
Pneumatic diagrams 6. Pneumatic diagrams Pneumatic diagram legends: Pressure air supply for vacuum Pressure air supply for blow-off Pressure air for pneumatic valve control (vac- uum) Pressure air for pneumatic valve control (blow-off) Figure 22 KSG Ejector V1. Vacuum Exhaust Optional piece of equipment Figure 23 KSG Ejector V2.
Figure 32 Acceptable ways of transporting the handled object. Note! It is recommended to run preliminary tests with original samples before a full-scale implementation. Piab can perform these tests for you. Manual KSG Series Page 19/32...
Maintenance 8. Maintenance 8.1 Ejector maintenance (ejector version 5. Assemble the posterior housing E. from 19/10/2020) 6. Fix the screws H. For more information about the ejector please see the Spare parts section. 8.2 Ejector maintenance (ejector version from 21/10/2019 until 18/10/2020) Figure 33 Push-in ejector (version from 19/10/2020) For the maintenance of the push-in ejector follow...
Maintenance 2. Slip off posterior housing E. 1. Loosen nuts H. 3. Remove blind cartridge I. 2. Slip off posterior housing E. 4. Insert a new cartridge in the free housing. 3. Loosen the tie-beam N, 5. Assemble the posterior housing E. 4.
Maintenance 8.6 Gripping interface maintenance The push-in ejector is modular and therefore expandable. It is easy to increase the performance in this way. Follow these steps: 1. Loosen closing screws A of the supply cover and extract the complex B 2.
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Maintenance 8.6.3 Replacement of gripping seal Remove the screws. Remove the old ring (foam attached to a mounting plate). Install the new ring and fix it with screws. 8.6.4 Replacement of foam The foam is available as spare part. It needs to be attached to the metal mounting ring with glue. Follow these steps: Remove the old foam from the mounting Pay attention, the ring junction must be...
Maintenance 8.7 Maintenance plan Monthly Control step Daily Weekly Every 6 months Every 12 months Check max vacuum level of ejector Check the electrical connections Check the silencer Check tightenings Check the NR ring Check supply air pressure Check the air connection Check the general condition Clean gripper exterior Page 24/32...
Spare parts and accessories 9. Spare parts and accessories 9.1 Single spare parts list Article no Description Article no Description 0231094 Foam-G4-260x180 3101602 Vacuum gauge 100 -kPa/30 -inHg, with 0216776 Foam-G4-310x210 3101603 Pressure gauge (Manometer 1 MPa) 0216777 Foam-G4-350x250 0107053 COAX®...
Troubleshooting 10. Troubleshooting Note! It is recommended to always run preventative tests with original samples. Piab can assist with running such tests. Type of trouble Cause Solution Operating pressure too low Increase the pressure Internal diameter of pressure hose too small...
Warranties 11. Warranties The Seller gives its Customers a one-year warranty from the receipt of the Products, accessories, It is at the Seller’s discretion whether a faulty control devices and Kenos products included. Product should be returned to the Seller for ®...
Recycling and disposal 12. Recycling and disposal Environmental aspects are considered in the development process of Piab’s products to make sure that a minimal environmental footprint is used. The ways of handling recycling and disposals vary from country to country, and therefore this process needs to be in full compliance with each national regulation.
Appendix 1 Essential Health and Safety Requirements - applied and respected (R.E.S.S) Essential safety and protection of health Compliance General considerations 1.1.1 Definitions √ 1.1.2 Principles of safety integration √ 1.1.3 Materials and products √ 1.1.4 Lighting 1.1.5 Design of machinery to facilitate its handling √...
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1.4.3 Special requirements for protective devices Risks due to other hazards 1.5.1 Electric power 1.5.2 Static energy 1.5.3 Energy supply other than electricity √ 1.5.4 Assembly errors 1.5.5 Extreme temperature 1.5.6 Fire 1.5.7 Exposion 1.5.8 Noise √ 1.5.9 Vibrations 1.5.10 Radiation 1.5.11 External radiation...
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