Achieving high-precision positioning and suppressing foreign matter adhesion to printed objects with commercial 3D printers.
Ultra PX Belt HA specification/ HY Type, Lock Belt Sprockets, Cable Carrier (CABLEVEYOR) TKR type, FLATVEYOR
overview
Tsubaki's belts and Cable Carrier (CABLEVEYOR) can comprehensively solve the challenges related to drive the build head and support/guide the wiring in commercial 3D printers.
For driving the build plate head, HY Type is available for applications requiring high-precision power transmission, while the heat-resistant HA specification * is available for applications requiring handling in high-temperature environments, thus enabling positioning drive tailored to the specific application.
Furthermore, regarding wiring support and guidance, dust generation can be suppressed by selecting the TKR type Cable Carrier (CABLEVEYOR), which has a linkless structure without pins or pin holes, for the X-axis that moves above the workpiece, and by selecting FLATVEYOR for the Y-axis that supports both sides of the flat cable with support members, the size of the device can be reduced.
*While this product can be used in high-temperature environments, higher operating temperatures may accelerate the deterioration of its physical properties, potentially affecting its lifespan. Please check the actual product before use and make your own judgment.
Problem
Commercial 3D printers build objects by rapidly and precisely moving the build head back and forth in the X and Y axes, layering the material as it goes.
If the head position shifts, it will affect the contour shape of the printed object, so high positioning accuracy is required while withstanding high acceleration.
Furthermore, the area around the nozzle can become very hot, and in such cases, heat-resistant specifications are required to maintain high precision while suppressing a decrease in belt performance.
Furthermore, there are many cables around the head, requiring support and guidance for the cables to prevent snagging or breakage during operation.
Since dust generated from the cable on the X-axis, which moves above the printed object, can fall onto the object and adhere to it, it is also necessary to suppress dust generation.
Adopted products
Ultra PX Belt HY Type
This belt achieves significantly increased strength and rigidity through the use of a hybrid core made of glass and carbon.
We have pushed the performance required of a belt to the limit, achieving even higher load transmission and longer life.
It has 1.3 to 2.0 times the power transmission capacity of Ultra PX Belt HC Type.
Ultra PX Belt HA specification (oil/water resistant)
This belt offers the same high strength and precision as the Ultra PX-HC, plus oil and water resistance.
By using oil-resistant rubber, the belt's physical properties remain virtually unchanged even in environments exposed to oil and water.
It has the same transmission capacity as Ultra PX Belt HC Type, and its operating elongation is extremely low.
*This is a made-to-order product (orders can be placed for a single unit, except for the 14mm pitch).
Lock Belt Sprockets
Lock Belt Sprockets is Belt Sprockets with an integrated keyless fastener.
Because it uses friction fastening, it achieves zero play in the fastening.
Phase alignment, installation, and removal are easy, and no axial locking mechanism is required.
You can choose from three types to suit your needs: the standard S-type, the N-type which can be fastened with a single nut, and the C-type which can be easily fastened with two bolts using a clamp collar.
Cable Carrier (CABLEVEYOR) TKR type
This series achieves ISO Class 1 cleanliness by using a linkless structure that eliminates pins and pinholes, making it the cleanest series in Plastic Series open type.
Compared to the general-purpose TKP model, it contributes to reducing environmental impact through lower noise and dust generation.
We can accommodate special specifications, such as dry environment specifications (suitable for low humidity environments).
An EX version is also available that supports a maximum stroke of 5.94m.
We do not use any specific hazardous substances exceeding the thresholds restricted by the European RoHS II Directive. (Excluding the cables and tubes that are housed inside.)
Cable Carrier (CABLEVEYOR) FLATVEYOR
This self-supporting flat cable system incorporates support members, which are link-structure components, on both sides of the flat cable, enabling it to handle Long travel length that are not possible with conventional flat cables.
The support members are integrated into the tube, and the cable and tube are welded together in a flat shape, achieving ISO Class 1 cleanliness and contributing to improved yield.
We do not use any specific hazardous substances exceeding the thresholds restricted by the European RoHS II Directive. (Excluding customer-supplied cables and tubes.)
Benefits of adopting the product
For driving the build plate head, we use Ultra PX Belt HA specification when heat resistance is required, and HY Type when higher precision transmission is needed, allowing for positioning drive tailored to the application.
Furthermore, by combining it with a friction-fastened Lock Belt Sprockets, play in the pulley fastening part can be suppressed even during repeated forward and reverse rotation, thereby suppressing misalignment of the printing head.
Furthermore, in terms of protecting the wiring, by adopting the low-dust-generating TKR type for the X-axis that moves above the printed object, dust adhesion to the printed object can be suppressed.
The Y-axis employs FLATVEYOR with a welded cable tube structure that resembles a flat cable in appearance, which helps to reduce installation space and contributes to miniaturization of the device.
Tsubaki will do its utmost to support you in solving any problems you may have.
Please feel free to contact us with any concerns you may have.
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