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Robotic End Effectors



Zagar End Effectors are used to perform machining operations as EOAT systems on robotic installations.

Zagar Inc. featured its end of arm tooling (EOAT) for robotic drilling and tapping with a demonstration of the MQ-50 drilling end effector. The MQ-50 is a ballscrew driven unit using FANUC AC motors that can be integrated with individual robot controls to perform drilling, tapping, countersinking, reaming, burr removal and other basic machining functions. The unit can be configured for applications such as drilling holes for panel assemblies to the manufacture of truck trailers, freight cars, electrical enclosures and other applications that require basic hole drilling.

Zagar end effectors provide operations that include drilling, countersinking and gauging holes for assembly fasteners used in various aerospace programs, including the Airbus A-350 and A-380, as well as initial assembly for the F-35 Strike Fighter. "While each application in aerospace has its unique requirements, drilling and countersinking holes in titanium, aluminum or composite materials are functions for which Zagar has applied its drilling expertise," said a company spokesperson.

Zagar end effectors are available in a variety of configurations and include features such as surface contact sensing and a pneumatic-actuated pressure foot with linear position feedback through a digital transducer (LDVT). Quillfeed is actuated by a zero backlash, precision-ground ballscrew that is on the centerline of the spindle. Options include CNC 2-axis control systems; application-specific modifications are available.

For more information contact:

Brian Zagar

Zagar Inc.

24000 Lakeland Boulevard

Cleveland, OH 44132

216-731-0500

www.zagar.com

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