Brooks PreciseFlex 3400 Collaborative Robot 750mm Installation Guide

: July 10, 2024
: BROOKS

Table of Contents

Brooks PreciseFlex 3400 Collaborative Robot 750mm
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
Electronics Test and Handling
Key Benefits
Product Highlights
PreciseFlex 3400 Work Envelope
CONTACT
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

Brooks PreciseFlex 3400 Collaborative Robot 750mm

Specifications

PreciseFlex 3400
- Payload: 3 kg
PreciseFlex c10
- Payload: 10 kg

Product Information

The PreciseFlex 3400 and PreciseFlex c10 robots with IntelliGuide are designed to automate the loading and unloading of electronics testers, enhancing productivity and efficiency in testing operations. These robots offer various benefits such as consistent production, increased testing capacity, space savings, faster production setup, and reduced failures.

Key Features

Automated loading and unloading for electronics testers
Enhanced testing capacity and productivity
Space-saving design
Reduced setup time
Improved production quality with reduced failures

Product Usage Instructions

Loading and Unloading Operations

Use the PreciseFlex robots to load and unload machines for various testing processes including In-Circuit, Functional, and Burn-In testing. Follow the specific instructions provided in the user manual for each type of testing.

IntelliGuide Vision

Utilize the IntelliGuide Vision system for advanced functions such as Auto- Teach, Part Alignment, and Barcode Reading. Refer to the IntelliGuide Vision datasheet for detailed instructions on how to configure and use these features.

Gripping and Payload

Ensure that the gripper stroke, gripping force, and payload limits are within the specified range for optimal performance. Refer to the specifications section for details on the gripping force and payload capacity of each robot model.

Software Programming

Program the robots using the Guidance Development Studio (GDS) software. The robots are compatible with Guidance Programming Language (GPL) and TCS API for seamless integration into existing systems.

FAQ

Q: What are the key benefits of using PreciseFlex robots with IntelliGuide?
A: The key benefits include automated loading and unloading, increased testing capacity, space savings, faster production setup, and improved production quality.
Q: How can I ensure the optimal performance of the robots?
A: To ensure optimal performance, regularly check and maintain the gripper stroke, gripping force, and payload limits within the specified range. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule provided in the user manual.
Q : Can the robots be integrated with existing MES systems?
A: Yes, the robots can be connected to MES systems to ensure chain-of-custody and seamless data exchange between testing operations.

Electronics Test and Handling

PreciseFlex 3400 and PreciseFlex c10 robots with IntelliGuide

Are your testing operations and productivity constrained by a lack of available labor?

Keep Your Testers Running
Automating the loading and unloading of electronics testers ensures predictable, consistent production. Robotic loading also runs consistently around the clock.
Scale Production with Existing Staff
Increase testing capacity by augmenting your staff and enabling them to perform higher-value work.
Scale within Existing Floorspace
Brooks robots enable the highest workspace density available, with 30+% space savings.
Get to Production Faster
Brooks robots with embedded vision significantly reduce the time required for system design, installation, and deployment.
Zero-Defects Production
Brooks robots run unattended and reduce failures caused by people handling electronics. Connectivity to testers and MES systems ensures chain of custody.
Testing Methods
PreciseFlex robots are used to load and unload machines for various testing processes, including In-Circuit, Functional, and Burn-In testing. They are also used in handling and transfer operations.

Key Benefits

Fast, easy deployment unlocks the best ROI
Eliminate time consuming teaching for simple and complex applications alike
Traceability built-in; scan barcodes during tests
Automatically adapt to roll-up carts with racks or magazines

Award-Winning Solution
The PreciseFlex 3400 robot with IntelliGuide has received awards from Global SMT and Mexico EMS publications.

Global SMT Award, Munich, Nov 2023
MEXICO EMS Award, Guadalajara, Oct 2023
Circuits Assembly NPI Award, Anaheim, April 2024

Product Highlights

Recommended Robots

Allow guide pins and chamfers to guide the robot onto locating pins. Floats horizontal links while the Z-axis lowers boards, panels or modules into fixtures.

Z-Height Detect:

Use the Z-axis as a force sensor to determine stack size of boards, components, and other parts.

Advanced Functions (with IntelliGuide Vision)
Auto-Teach:

Let IntelliGuide automatically teach single locations like test fixtures or arrays of locations such as magazines, racks or carriers.

Part Alignment:

Locate boards, panels, or modules in trays, magazines, or racks.

Barcode Reading:

Read 1D and 2D barcodes. See IntelliGuide Vision datasheet.

Options|
Collaborative Linear Rail for PreciseFlex 3400 robot IntelliGuide v23, s23 and s23D (Dual Gripper) IntelliGuide v60 and s60

Auto-Teach Labels for quick start (with IntelliGuide Vision)

Software|
Programming via Guidance Development Studio (GDS) Compatible with Guidance Programming Language (GPL) Compatible with TCS API