Komax Zeta 640/650

The industry places the highest demands on the flexibility of automated wire assembly, requiring that it be possible to process many different cables and terminals without changeovers, just-in-time, for batches of any size. Komax developed the highly flexible Komax Zeta 640 and Komax Zeta 650 for this reason. They allow automated processes and batch or sequential production without the need for changeovers, cutting the manufacturing time by up to 50 percent. EtherCAT improves the overall system performance and significantly increases output. With continuous data flow, the new Zeta machines are ready for their efficient future.

The fully automatic wire processing machines of the latest generation provide maximum flexibility for specific manufacturing across a wide range of applications. The Zeta 640 is equipped with five process modules in the standard configuration, opening up many new possibilities for small batches or sequences. The Zeta 650 is designed for eight modules, which reduces changeovers and interruptions to a minimum. Both machines can be extended by five additional modules along the transfer section as necessary.

The new generation Zeta reduces manual processes to a minimum. It automates all processes such as cutting to length, stripping, labeling, sleeve insertion, etc., as needed and simultaneously on both wire ends. Three pairs of blades cover the entire cross-section range, enabling production without the need for changeovers. The high-quality, durable components permit high process speeds, which in turn shortens lead times.

Versatile control cabinet construction requires many different materials such as wire types, terminals or ferrules. These are available on the Zeta 640/650 without the need for changeovers. The automatic wire changer provides up to 36 different wires from the entire cross-section range. Up to two automated inkjet printers mark the wires in black and one additional color within the same sequence.

The new Zeta machines process the required wires from A to Z in a single process step. Tied up as needed and sorted in the correct order, the bundler wire deposit provides the wires separately for further processing according to sequence or batches. This simplifies and significantly accelerates installation in the control cabinet and logistics. The wires can be removed mid-production. The binding method is freely defined for each wire, independent of the mode – batch or sequence production.

An extensive range of process modules and options enables flexible configuration of the Komax Zeta 640/650. The large number of terminal parts in the industrial sector can be processed with the C1370 crimp module. The CM 1/5 GS ferrule module is able to accommodate five taped AEH rolls simultaneously. A double gripper module enables the production of horizontal and vertical double crimps. Modules for untwisting and separating batches complete the processing possibilities.