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Spot Welding Automation Parts

Here’s a list of specific brands and models for various components that work with Yaskawa Motoman spot welding robots like the MS165 and MS210:

 

1. Robot Arm

  • Brand/Model: Yaskawa Motoman MS165, MS210

2. End Effector (Welding Gun)

  • Brand/Model:
    • TRM
    • Fronius: TransPuls series
    • CLOOS: QINEO series
    • Panasonic: YD series

3. Control System

  • Brand/Model:
    • Yaskawa: MotoSim software for programming and simulation
    • Siemens: S7 PLCs for control integration

4. Power Source

  • Brand/Model:
    • Lincoln Electric: Power Wave series
    • Miller Electric: Multimatic series

5. Sensors and Feedback Systems

  • Brand/Model:
    • Keyence: IL series laser displacement sensors
    • SICK: LMS series for safety and feedback

6. Programming Software

  • Brand/Model:
    • Yaskawa: MotoSim EG for offline programming

8. Vision Systems (Optional)

  • Brand/Model:
    • Cognex: In-Sight series
    • Basler: Ace series cameras

9. Tooling and Fixtures

  • Brand/Model:
    • DESTACO: Automation fixtures
    • Applied Robotics: End-of-arm tooling solutions

10. Cooling System (if applicable)

  • Brand/Model:
    • Thermoelectric Cooling: TE Technology Peltier modules
    • Miller Electric: Coolmate series for welding equipment

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