With the MONORAIL AMSABS 4B, SCHNEEBERGER provides an integrated measuring system for absoulte distance measurement for use in automation engineering, mechanical handling technology and machine tool engineering, whereby high force absorption and precise distance measurements are required in small assembly spaces. From a mechanical point of view, the AMSABS 4B is based on the MONORAIL BM roller guide up to a length of 6m. The distance measurement system’s compact housing facilitates the construction of highly compact axes. With the proven advantages of AMS products like
- Safe magneto-resistive sensing
- One-piece lengths up to 6 m (BM 15: 1500 mm; BM 20: 3000 mm)
- One reading head for all sizes
- Complete interchangeability of rails and reading heads
we have added the following additional features to simplify the operation of distance measuring systems in industrial environments.
- An absolute digital interface
- Display of operating conditions
- Configuration and diagnosis options via a serial link
- Increased operational reliability attained by processing valid information
New Interfaces
The AMSABS features an absolute interface for connecting to SSI, SSI+SinCos and all Fanuc controllers. New features include the direct interfaces to the Siemens DRIVE CLiQ®(DRIVE-CLiQ is a protected trade mark of Siemens) communication protocol and to all Mitsubishi controllers.
SCHNEEBERGER developed the AMS 4B integrated magneto-resistive measuring system for the MONORAIL BM ball guideway. In terms of measurement technology, it corresponds to the AMS 3B and offers the same advantages in cost savings, accuracy, and reliability. AMS 4B products are the preferred choice if there is a great demand on the dynamic characteristics of the axes and travel rate.
The integrated AMS distance measuring system from SCHNEEBERGER can be perfectly integrated into MONORAIL guideways – both roller guideways and ball guideways – and ensures exact travel distances with tolerances of ±5 µm/m.
More information:
Link to press release
Integrated digital and analog distance measuring system (with rollers or balls)
Digital and analog measuring systems enable precise linear motion and maintain the tightest tolerances
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Product overview AMSABS 4B carriages
Technical data and options
Dimensions and capacities
Links to the following sizes:
AMSABS 4B 15 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 20 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 25 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 30 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 35 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 45 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
Various options regarding lubrification and sealing of the measuring carriages mean that optimal adjustments can be made to the requirements of the application. The easily exchangeable reading head is identical and replaceable for all sizes
Product overview AMSABS 4B carriages
Product overview AMSABS 4B rails
Technical data and options
Dimensions and capacities
Links to the following sizes:
AMSABS 4B 15 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 20 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 25 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 30 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 35 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
AMSABS 4B 45 Integrated measuring system absolut with balls
With the MONORAIL AMSABS 4B, SCHNEEBERGER provides an integrated measuring system for absolute distance measurement for use in automation engineering, mechanical handling technology and machine tool engineering, whereby high force absorption and precise distance measurements are required in small assembly spaces. From a mechanical point of view, the AMSABS 4B is based on the MONORAIL BM roller guide up to a length of 6m. The distance measurement system’s compact housing facilitates the construction of highly compact axes. SCHNEEBERGER provides a fully digital interface with various cable lengths in order to connect it with the SSI, SSI+SinCos, FANUC, Mitsubishi and Siemens Drive CliQ® controllers
Product overview AMSABS 4B rails
Downloads
AMS movie
Our customers' requirements:
A space-saving and quick-to-assemble distance measuring system, which is close to the machining process.
Our solution:
Integrated distance measuring system - high-precision, reliable and low-maintenance.
SCHNEEBERGER overview MONORAIL and AMS
Assembly instructions for SCHNEEBERGER MONORAIL carriages
Assembly instructions for SCHNEEBERGER read heads
Press releases
CAD data for type AMS measuring system for download:
The selected size can be configured and is available in all common data formats Please click on the appropriate size combination to start downloading.
By clicking on the following link you will be automatically redirected to CADENAS.Open CAD data
Features
- absolute interface
- readhead exchange without referencing
- absolute position after power-up
Customer Hotline for integrated measuring system
SCHNEEBERGER offers a comprehensive spectrum of services such as repairs, maintenance as well as technical support
- Languages : German and English
- In Europe
- Monday - Friday: 08:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:00
UTC +1, UTC +2 (March-October) Service
SCHNEEBERGER GmbH
Höfen, Germany
Hotline +49 (0)7081 782 272
Fax +49 (0)7081 782 124
