The PM Series of FSW Machines

The PM Series is designed for high volume production, and includes an A-B load configuration that can be tended manually or robotically.

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The PM Series

Bond’s PM Series FSW Machines were engineered for products such as vehicle inverters, electronic enclosures, electric vehicle battery trays, and small parts that are manufactured in high volumes.

Sophisticated Process Control and Data Acquisition systems, combined with durable, easy-to-operate mechanical designs, provide fast, reliable solutions for demanding production applications.

FEATURES

  • Efficient, self-contained structural arrangement
  • Fully evolved and mature FSW controller
  • Extensive list of options
  • Advanced features for industrial production
  • PM2 and PM4 models both offer dual work tables with efficient load/unload capabilities

Axis Specifications

Machine
Designation
PM2
PM4
Maximum Workpiece Thickness, Aluminum (mm)
5
10
Work Table Dimensions, Per Side (mm)
500 x 1,000
Axis Strokes,
X, Y, and Z (mm)
1000 x 680 x 250
1,000 x 680 x 250
Maximum Velocity,
X and Y (mm/min)
12,000
Maximum Velocity,
Z (mm/min)
3,000
Maximum Load,
X and Y (kN)
6
13
Maximum Load,
Z (kN)
20
40
Tilt Axis Range
(deg)
None

SPINDLE SPECIFICATIONS

The PM Series has the following spindle drive arrangements:

  • PM2, PM4 – Available with 4200 RPM spindle speed, up to 100Nm torque
Machine Designation
PM2
PM4
Spindle Specifications
50 Nm to 700 rev/min
3.7 kW to 4,200 rev/min
100 Nm to 700 rev/min
7.4 kW to 4,200 rev/min

Note: all spindles are constant torque to noted speed, then constant power up to maximum spindle speed. Other spindle packages can be quoted as an option.

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