Indexing Cam Angles Comparison (2/2)

In post [Indexing Cam Angles Comparison (1/2)], we explained how to calculate the displacement of indexer (hm) from number of stops (S) and the meaning of the indexing angle (bm). In this post, we will show how the rotary indexers with different indexing angles move. We have 2 indexers. Both of them have S = 4, but the first indexer has bm = 120 deg. and the second indexer has bm = 240 deg. Indexers with bm=120 deg....

Indexing cam angles comparison (1/2)

In post [Rotary Indexer For Indexing Motion], we explained the meaning of indexing with the example of displacement and velocity diagram to give an idea how the indexing mechanism works. We also showed the location of input and output shafts of the rotary indexer. In this post, we're going to see how both shafts work and the meaning of indexing angle. Geared motor and Turret plate connected to the rotary indexer Basic equipment setup...

Rotary Indexer for Indexing Motion

Rotary Indexer Indexing is the process of intermittent motion where machine starts and stops at precise locations in specified intervals. Indexing motion is required in most machines for many applications since the stopping period (dwell period) of indexing allows other units in the machine do their jobs. If machine runs continuously without indexing, it may be much more difficult and complex for other units to follow the moving object...