Precise Automation PF400 - NEW - 1160mm Z, 730mm reach (Incl. Fingers & E-Stop)

The PF400 Sample Handler Robot Arms are well known to be the industry standard in life science lab automation. Perfect where space is an issue, and simplicity is desired.4-axis SCARA sample handler.

• Ideal for benchtop applications where a small footprint is desired.
• Integrated software for ease of visual feedback.
• Powerful embedded vision-guided motion controller.
• Standard servo gripper can grip Life Science plates in both portrait and landscape orientations.
• Auto centering.
• Generates programmable smooth and elegant motion sequences by moving the sample handler by hand to start and end positions.
• Simple programming language.
• Graphical user interface makes camera calibration and programming easy and intuitive.
• Web based operator interface supports local or remote control via browser connected to the embedded web server.
• Quiet and high-performance servo motors.
• Safety features that disable motor when a minimal unexpected force is encountered allowing the device to operate without safety shields.

Range of Motion & Resolution

• J1 (Z) Axis: 400 mm standard, 750 mm, 1160 mm option available
• J2 Axis: +/- 90 degrees
• J3 Axis: +/- 167 degrees
• J4/Theta Axis: +/- 970 degrees

Maximum reach

• Standard Reach Version: 576 mm
• Extended Reach Version: 731 mm
• Repeatability +/- 90 μm overall in x, y & z directions at 18-22 degrees C

Performance and Payload

• Maximum Acceleration: 0.2G with 500 gm payload (standard reach, extended reach slightly slower)
• Maximum Speed: 500 mm/sec with 500 gm payload (standard reach, extended reach slightly slower)
• Maximum Payload: 1kg including gripper, 0.5kg with typical 0.5kg gripper
• Motors: Brushless DC servo motors with absolute encoders on axes J1-J4, no motion during homing.

Interfaces

• General Communications RS-232 channel, 
• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port, 
• E-stop input, 
• all available on J1-Axis housing Facilities Panel at the robot base

Digital I/O Channels

• One optically isolated input available on J1-Axis housing Facilities Panel. 
• Option available for an additional 12 optically isolated digital inputs and 8 optically isolated digital outputs on J1-Axis housing Facilities Panel. 
• Two digital inputs can be optionally converted to analog inputs.
•  Additional remote I/O available via Precise RIO modules or 3rd party MODBUS/TCP devices

Operator Interface

• Web-based operator interface supports local or remote control via browser connected to embedded web server
• Programming Interface - Three methods available: 
• DIO MotionBlocks (PLC)
• embedded Guidance Programming Language (standalone, modeled after Visual Basic.Net), 
• PC control using open source TCP/IP Command Server operated via Ethernet connection (TCP).

Required Power

• Input range: 90 to 264 VAC, single phase, 50-60 Hz, 365 watts maximum

Weight 20 kg for 400 mm travel version

PF400 Brochure

We offer the following Service and Support Options:

• Installation
• Onsite or Remote Training
• Service and Preventative Maintenance contracts
• Application development
• Redeployment (relocate, sell, swap, dispose).

You can request information and a quote on the checkout screen or contact us here.