Shift - Test & Adjust (Advanced)
Test and adjust the shift parameters.
Select the [Test & Adjust (Advanced)] tab on the screen below.
Description of display items
| Items | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Shift direction | Select the direction of the shift you want to test. | |
| **Shift direction ** | Direction to move parts | |
| Forward |  | |
| Forward Left |  | |
| Forward Right |  | |
| Left |  | |
| Right |  | |
| Backward |  | |
| Backward Left |  | |
| Backward Right |  | |
| The shift direction will vary depending on the feeder installation direction. The actual shift direction is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen. | ||
| Duration | Set the duration of the vibration. This value is common to all actuators. Unit: ms | |
Actuator 1 Actuator 2 Actuator 3 Actuator 4 | Select the actuator (the vibrating element inside the feeder) to be set. The position of the actuator will be displayed in the upper right corner of the screen. | |
| Amplitude | Set the strength of the amplitude of the vibration. Unit: % | |
| Frequency | Set the frequency of the vibration. This value is common to all actuators. Unit: Hz | |
Guidelines for adjustment; Adjust the amplitude and frequency so that the part moves as quickly and smoothly as possible in the specified direction. Set the duration time to the time it takes to complete the intended motion.
Test
- Put an appropriate number of part (e.g., 4 pcs).
- Click the [Run] button.
- Check the operation.
Adjust the parameters as needed and click the [Run] button again.
Refer to the following for further details.
How To Adjust Feeder Parameters