Vektek Automatic Coupling Device Provides Flexible Fixturing
Westec 2023: Vektek’s Auto-Coupler features two independent air pass-thru circuits and provides the option of part present sensing and part confirmation.
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Vektek’s Auto-Coupler is designed to offer a variety of ways to couple fixtures and power sources, including manually loading parts and full robot automation. The company showcases the device in booth 2014 at .
Vektek’s Auto-Coupler features two clamp/unclamp circuits per pallet, which enables the use of other Vektek components to provide users the ability to sequence and reduce pressure of clamps on their fixture. In addition, two independent air pass-thru circuits are available and provide the option of part present sensing and part confirmation.
Vektek’s Auto-Coupler actuates its mechanical closure and lock with pneumatics. The mechanical lock separates and holds hydraulic force, and the two clamp/unclamp circuits feature cartridge-style pilot operated check valves — hydraulic circuits with SAE6/manifold ports conveniently located on the back or bottom of the Auto-Coupler. It also features two independent air pass-thru circuits — with 1/8 NPT / manifold ports on the back or bottom of Auto-Coupler. Integrated air blow off and filtration are included, as well as accumulators needed for any decoupled circuit.
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