The RM Series of FSW Machines

The RM Series is a workhorse of Bond’s FSW product line, featuring maximum capability, a general-purpose work table, and a wide range of options.

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The RM Series

The RM Series machines are Bond’s most popular machines for research and development facilities and universities. The rigid frame, high force, and high spindle torque make them ideal for welding a wide variety of materials, including aluminum, steel, and titanium alloys.

The controls on these machines offer a powerful tool for researchers to evaluate novel process conditions. The RM series offers a wide range of options to suit many R&D requirements.

FEATURES

  • Efficient, self-contained structural arrangement
  • Fully evolved and mature FSW controller
  • Extensive list of options
  • Advanced R&D and industrial production
  • RM7, RM10, and RM15 – single work tables with maximum force and torque capability

Axis Specifications

Machine
Designation
RM7
RM10
RM15
Maximum Workpiece Thickness, Aluminum (mm)
22
30
44
Work Table Dimensions, Single Load (mm)
2,800 x 1,000
Axis Strokes,
X, Y, and Z (mm)
700 x 300 x 400
2,000 x 500 x 600
Maximum Velocity,
Loaded, X and Y (mm/min)
3,000
Maximum Velocity, No Load, X and Y (mm/min)
5,000
Maximum Velocity, No Load, Z (mm/min)
1,000
Maximum Load,
X and Y (kN)
23
33
50
Maximum Load,
Z (kN)
67
100
150
Tilt Axis
Range (deg)
+/- 5 deg, X-Z plane

SPINDLE SPECIFICATIONS

The RM Series has optional spindle drive arrangements, according to the intended use of the machine:

  • RM7, RM10, and RM15 – a wide range of speed/torque, two-speed gearbox drives
Machine Designation
RM7
RM10
RM15
Spindle Specifications Low Gear
818 Nm
to 227
rev/min
20 kW
to 1,178
rev/min
1,297 Nm
to 227
rev/min
31 kW to
884 rev/
min
2,433 Nm
to 196
rev/min
50 kW to
884 rev/
min
Spindle Specifications High Gear
215 Nm
to 864
rev/min
20 kW to
4,000
rev/min
342 Nm
to 864
rev/min
31 kW to
3,000
rev/min
635 Nm
to 751
rev/min
50 kW to
3,000
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.

Download Bond’s RM Series brochure

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