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Description
ABB 3HAC9710-1: High-Precision Robot Tool Changer for Industrial Automation
Product Overview
The ABB 3HAC9710-1 is a state-of-the-art robot tool changer designed to enable seamless tool switching in industrial robotic systems, enhancing flexibility and productivity in automated manufacturing cells. As part of ABB’s advanced 3HAC series, this tool changer is engineered for compatibility with ABB’s IRB robot families, including models like IRB 1410, IRB 2600, and IRB 4600. The 3HAC9710-1 serves as a critical interface between the robot arm and end-effectors (e.g., grippers, welding torches, or paint sprayers), allowing rapid tool replacement without manual intervention.
Crafted with precision mechanical components and integrated electrical connections, the ABB 3HAC9710-1 ensures repeatable positioning accuracy within ±0.05 mm, vital for applications requiring high precision. Its robust design withstands heavy-duty operations, with a maximum payload capacity of 50 kg, making it suitable for both light assembly and heavy material handling tasks. The tool changer’s quick-coupling mechanism reduces changeover time to less than 1 second, minimizing production downtime and enabling mixed-model manufacturing. By integrating the 3HAC9710-1, manufacturers can transform static production lines into dynamic, adaptable systems that respond to changing market demands.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | 3HAC9710-1 |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Product Type | Robot Tool Changer (3HAC Series) |
| Payload Capacity | Up to 50 kg |
| Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
| Tool Change Time | <1 second (mechanical coupling) |
| Electrical Connections | 16-pin M12 connector (power and signal) |
| Pneumatic Connections | 4 x 6 mm quick-connect fittings |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to +40°C (with humidity up to 95% non-condensing) |
| Mechanical Life | >1,000,000 cycles |
| Mounting Interface | ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6 (robot side); custom end-effector plate (tool side) |
| Weight | 3.2 kg |
| Safety Features | Locking confirmation sensor, emergency release mechanism |
| Certifications | CE, ISO 13849-1 (Performance Level d) |
Key Features and Advantages
Ultra-Precise Tool Alignment: The ABB 3HAC9710-1 ensures micron-level repeatability, critical for applications like precision welding, assembly, or painting. Its dual-cone guiding system and hardened steel contact surfaces maintain alignment even after millions of cycles, eliminating the need for frequent recalibration.
Rapid Tool Changeover: With a mechanical coupling time of less than 1 second, this tool changer minimizes downtime between production runs. The quick-release mechanism is fully automated, enabling lights-out manufacturing and reducing reliance on manual intervention.
Integrated Services Routing: The tool changer integrates electrical, pneumatic, and data connections, simplifying cable management and reducing the risk of loose connections. This design streamlines system setup and maintenance, as all services are routed through a single, rugged interface.
Heavy-Duty Durability: Built with corrosion-resistant materials and a sealed housing, the 3HAC9710-1 withstands harsh industrial environments, including exposure to oil, coolant, and dust. Its mechanical life of over 1 million cycles ensures long-term reliability in 24/7 operations.
Safety-Enhanced Design: The tool changer features redundant locking mechanisms and real-time status monitoring, complying with strict safety standards. An emergency release function allows manual disconnection in case of power failure, enhancing operational safety.
Application Areas
The ABB 3HAC9710-1 excels in industrial applications requiring flexible tooling, including:
- Automotive Manufacturing: Used in body-in-white welding cells to switch between spot weld guns, clinching tools, and adhesive dispensers on ABB IRB 6700 robots, enabling mixed-model production.
- Electronics Assembly: Supports high-precision tool changes for pick-and-place robots (e.g., IRB 120) in semiconductor packaging, PCB mounting, and display panel manufacturing.
- Metalworking: Deployed in stamping and forming lines to switch between grippers, deburring tools, and laser cutters, enhancing versatility in sheet metal processing.
- Packaging and Logistics: Enables robots to switch between vacuum grippers, carton sealers, and palletizing tools, adapting to diverse packaging requirements in food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries.
- Aerospace Component Production: Used in composite material layup and drilling operations, where precise tool alignment is critical for aircraft component quality.
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Installation and Maintenance
Installation Preparation:
Before installing the ABB 3HAC9710-1, verify the robot model and payload capacity to ensure compatibility. Mount the robot-side plate using ISO 9409-1 fasteners, ensuring parallelism within 0.1 mm to the robot flange. Align the tool-side plate with the end-effector, using the provided alignment pins to guarantee precise coupling. Connect electrical and pneumatic lines using the pre-terminated connectors, securing cables with strain relief clamps to prevent tension during movement.
Before installing the ABB 3HAC9710-1, verify the robot model and payload capacity to ensure compatibility. Mount the robot-side plate using ISO 9409-1 fasteners, ensuring parallelism within 0.1 mm to the robot flange. Align the tool-side plate with the end-effector, using the provided alignment pins to guarantee precise coupling. Connect electrical and pneumatic lines using the pre-terminated connectors, securing cables with strain relief clamps to prevent tension during movement.
Maintenance Recommendations:
Regularly inspect the tool changer for wear on contact surfaces, lubricating moving parts with ABB-recommended grease every 50,000 cycles. Check connector pins for corrosion or damage, cleaning them with isopropyl alcohol if necessary. Use ABB’s robot diagnostics to monitor coupling force and alignment accuracy, replacing worn components (e.g., guide cones or locking springs) proactively. In high-dust environments, wipe the exterior with a dry cloth weekly to prevent debris accumulation. For optimal performance, schedule a professional inspection every 12 months or after 500,000 cycles.
Regularly inspect the tool changer for wear on contact surfaces, lubricating moving parts with ABB-recommended grease every 50,000 cycles. Check connector pins for corrosion or damage, cleaning them with isopropyl alcohol if necessary. Use ABB’s robot diagnostics to monitor coupling force and alignment accuracy, replacing worn components (e.g., guide cones or locking springs) proactively. In high-dust environments, wipe the exterior with a dry cloth weekly to prevent debris accumulation. For optimal performance, schedule a professional inspection every 12 months or after 500,000 cycles.
Product Warranty
ABB guarantees the 3HAC9710-1 against manufacturing defects for 1 year from the date of purchase. This warranty covers replacement of faulty components, provided the tool changer is used within specified parameters. ABB’s global service network offers technical support for installation, calibration, and warranty claims, with certified technicians available for on-site assistance. For critical applications, customers can purchase extended warranty plans to protect against wear and tear, ensuring long-term reliability and cost predictability.
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