AP 4042
AUTOMATIC LABEL APPLICATOR FOR DATAMAX PE 42,
ZEBRA 170 PAX AND SATO 84xx PRINTERS
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The AP 4042 is an accessory for the most popular print engines for automatic tamp-blow or tamp-on 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. Both tamp-blow and tamp-on are suitable for applying labels at various attitudes, including top, side or bottom. The 300 mm diameter label roll assures a good autonomy. The rewinder is powered by a stepping motor driven by a microprocessor and a web tension sensor. The applicator is controlled by a second microprocessors, that takes care of the synchronisation and alarm signals too, 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 0 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 90 labels per minute.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| PRINTER ENGINE | Datamax PE 42 |
| PISTON 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 | up to 300 mm diameter |
| 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 |
| REWINDER | stepping motor driven, microprocessor controlled for a constant tension of the web |
| 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 trimmer for rewinder acceleration control 1 DIP-switches for selection of the operating modes |
| DIMENSIONS (l x h x w) | 710x610x270mm (including the printer support plate): 110 mm plate overhang from the support plate with the piston fully extended |
| WEIGHT | approx. 20 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 at full speed max 60Nl/min, 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 |
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4.151.000 |
490 mm STROKE. Normally used with variable stroke kit P/N 152.000 or when a longer stroke is required. |
4.152.000 |
4.152.000 VARIABLE STROKE KIT. It adapts automatically the length of the stroke to the distance of the product. |
4.153.000 |
FRONT APPLICATOR. For application on the front of a box |
| 4.158.000 | EXCANGABLE APPLICATION TAMP Used when a quick change of the label size is required |
