Features
- Configurable for the production of 4 to 24 fiber ribbons
- Complete line designed for a maximum mechanical speed of 1000 MPM
- Line is controlled by PLC with user friendly operator interface
- Fiber tension is digitally displayed and can be adjusted during operation
- Tension control for all components is handled by brushless motors for maximum sensitivity and reliablity
- Line consists of 4 main components – Payoffs, Ribbon Tower, Capstan and Take-up
Payoffs
- Stand alone units containing four spindles each
- Low inertia horizontal pneumatic dancers provide quick response
- Tension range as standard is 30 to 100 gms (0.3 to 1.0N)- other ranges available
- Can handle standard 25 and 50 km spools (maximum of 10 kg)
Capstan
- Precision speed/length measurement system (2000 PPR encode)
- Cushioned capstan for gentle handling of ribbon
- Laser measurement of ribbon
Ribbon Tower
- Precision back plate with internal damping for vibration free operation
- Temperature controlled die assembly and resin delivery system
- Latest UV curing technology for highest production speeds
- Tension measurement after curing for quality monitoring
Take-up
- Shaftless design for spools up to 500 mm OAW and 500 mm OD (maximum weight is 40 kg)
- Precision pitch is programmable for either straight or tapered flanges
- Tension range as standard is 50 to 400 gms (0.5 to 4.0N)-other ranges available
- Pneumatic pintles
Optional Features
- Customized Operator Interface
- Ribbon Accumulator for spool change or product sampling
- Position Controlled Ribbon Guide for the Takeup
- Higher Capacity/ Dual Resin Tanks
- Automatic Die Rinse
- Machine Guards
- Oxygen Analyzer
- Nitrogen Flow Monitor
- UV Monitor
- Tension Measurement before the die
- Ribbon Printer
- Additional laser measurement features
- Custom features can be supplied based on customer specifications