 The Protector
is ATI Industrial Automation's patented robotic collision sensor designed to prevent
costly damage to robotic end-effectors resulting from robot crashes. The Protector's
features include: automatic reset, high repeatability, large moment rotation, rugged
design and low cost.
The automatic reset feature particularly benefits workplace
safety. After the robot crashes, ATI's collision sensor will automatically reset
when the robot removes the tooling from the crash-causing object and when torsional
rotation does not exceed 20-25 degrees.
Compliant in the X, Y and Z axes, this capability provides
a safer method for resetting by making it unnecessary for personnel to enter the
robotic work cell.
Along with the Protector’s superior angular compliance,
a spring option provides three different breakaway moment settings. This feature
provides additional compliance when a low moment trip point is needed. Pneumatic
pressure can be added to increase moment capacity for high-inertia motions, and
the pressure can be released—relying on the spring alone for low-inertia moves.
The unit has been tested to operate over millions of cycles without fail.
The Protector’s capabilities and features make it a worthwhile
investment to protect robots and tooling while minimizing downtime and eliminating
the need for human intervention.
Protector Enhancements
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Improved response to crashes from any and all directions
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Sensitivity adjustable by customer
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Automatic reset at lower pressure setting
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Field-rebuildable design (with prior customer training and special tools)
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Field-replaceable connector block assembly
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IP 65 environmental protection rating - extra cost option
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Longer life
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