(Courtesy of Bluhm Systeme)
AP 97
TAMP-BLOW LABEL
APPLICATOR FOR
DESKTOP THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTERS
(Courtesy of Bluhm Systeme)
The AP 97 is an accessory of many
desktop 4" thermal transfer label printers for automatic air-blow application of the
last printed label on still or moving objects.
The application tamp is driven by a small diameter cylinder, so the force is limited and
cannot cause dangers to the operators.
It has been designed to satisfy a wide range of needs, but it fits better in medium to
high speed applications, where labels need to be applied on boxes or pallets at the end of
the production line.
It can work both as "tamp blow" and as "tamp on" applicator. The
"tamp blow" mode is ideal for either fragile or difficult to handle objects that
may have surfaces not completely flat. It can work without loss of accuracy on fast moving
objects.
The "tamp on" mode can be used in the situations where a stronger adhesion of
the label is requested, or where the positioning tolerance of the package is larger than
the blowing distance allowed by the label. The applicator is controlled by a built-in
microprocessor and it can be easily interfaced to the conveyor through isolated signals
for synchronization and alarm, allowing easy integration into complex industrial
automation systems.
In the typical operating cycle, the applicator waits for a trigger signal (the object
breaking the photocell beam or an external signal) to print the label, which is kept flat
on the application plate by the air-assist nozzles. Once the label has been completely
dispensed, it is locked on the plate by vacuum suction while the piston extends to the
application position, then the air-blast applies the label on the object's surface and the
piston retracts to the initial position, ready for a new cycle.
Several variations to this basic cycle can be programmed by means of four DIP-switches,
selecting the phase of the trigger signal (none, print label, extend piston, blow label),
allowing maximum flexibility for system integration. Piston stroke timings are adjustable.
Application distance may vary between 10 and 50 mm, depending on label size and precision
required (typically better than +/- 1 mm). Maximum application speed may vary (depending
on applicator and printer configuration, cylinder length, label size, etc.) typically
between 15 and 60 labels per minute.
Are supplied as standard: air-assist valve to reduce air consumption during stand-by ,air regulators for smoother piston movement in slow applications, proximity sensor input for variable-distance application, piston home sensor, possibility of remote control, adjustment of the stroke length.
The AP 97 can be supplied for the following printers:
AP 97-dmx DATAMAX "PRODIGY MAX"
AP 97-ubi INTERMEC EC 501
AP 97-ubx INTERMEC EC 501 XP
AP 97 ctz CITIZEN CLP 4081
AP 97-elt ELTRON TLP 2046
AP 97-tec TEC B 572
AP 97-lpt LEPTONS ST230
AP 97-cab CAB "APOLLO 2"
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| TAMP STROKE | up to 240 mm standard ,up to 490 mm option |
| LABEL SIZE | min 19 x 19 mm, max 120 x 170 mm |
| LABEL STOCK | it depends by the printer used |
| SPEED | up to 60 labels per minute |
| APPLICATION DISTANCE | from 0 to 50 mm, depending by the label size |
| ACCURACY | +/- 1 mm , for a flight distance smaller than 50% of the shortest side of the label |
| DISPLAY | 5 LEDs show the status of the solenoid valves and of the sensors |
| CONTROLS | START and RESET pushbuttons 2 trimmers for timing adjustment 1 DIP-switches for selection of the operating modes |
| DIMENSIONS (l x h x w) | 285 x 625 x 540 mm
(including the printer support plate) 114 -145mm plate overhang from the support plate with the piston fully extended |
| WEIGHT | approx. 13 kg, not including the printer |
| POWER SUPPLY | supplied by the printer |
| AIR SUPPLY | dry air (filter-regulator supplied) min 6 bar, max 8 bar |
| AIR CONSUMPTION | 60Nl/min at full speed, peak flow 100 l/min |
| ENVIRONMENT | temperature 5 - 35 °C, relative humidity from 20 to 90 % not condensing) |
| INTERFACE | 25 pin "D" connector for product-sensing photocell and other interface signals |
ACCESSORIES
P/N |
|
151.000 |
490 mm STROKE. Normally used with variable stroke kit P/N 152.000 or when a longer stroke is required. |
152.000 |
VARIABLE STROKE KIT. It adapts automatically the length of the stroke to the distance of the product. |
153.000 |
SWING TAMP. For application on the front of a box |
158.000 |
Exchangable tamp. For application of different sizes of labels |