LodeArm® II
Pneumatic Lift Assist
Positech's pneumatic LodeArm® II is a lightweight manipulator arm that is designed to service multiple machining centers and applications where reach-in is necessary. With lift capacity up to 350 pounds, it is specifically designed to reduce the physical stress of manipulation which require the lifting, transfering, and positioning of parts. The LodeArmII provides a high capacity lift system in a compact package, as well as rigid support and reach-in capability. Ergonomically designed up/down controls reduce the potential for thumb and wrist disorders.
The LodeArmII is mounted on an overhead trolley, which integrates with a variety of overhead rail systems. Because of its lightweight, it can be pushed easily along the rails.
Cut Sheet | Tech Specs | Max. Lift Capacity lbs.* | Reach in. | Lift range in. | 2D Drawings | 3D Model | Installation | Manual |
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LAII | LAII3030L | 48-96 | LAII3030L.dwg | LAII3030L.sldprt | LAII3030L | LAII3030L | ||
LAII | LAII4500L | 48-96 | LAII4500L.dwg | LAII4500L.sldprt | LAII4500L | LAII3030L |
Requires 90 psi (6.21 bar) clean, dry air to operate at rated capacity
*Includes payload and end-effector; increasing arm length reduces capacity. Lift capacity dependent upon arm length.
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Advantages
- 5:1 design factor minimum on all structural components
- Pilot operated lock valve on lift cylinder prevents downward arm movement and if supply pressure is interrupted
- Optional Gripper Safety Circuitry available, prevents accidental release of unsupported payloads
- Lost Load Cylinder is a separately sealed hydraulic device that protects the operator from any sudden, uncontrolled upward motion of the manipulator arms
- Parallel linkage arms allow end-effector to remain parallel to the floor
- Minimum Lift Cylinder Circuit prevents rapid uncontrolled downward movement
- Does not require an air lubricator
- Complies with CE and other National Standards
- Optional adjustable rotation stops
Performance
- Lightweight and easy to position
- Standard Push Button Metering Valve Control for finite positioning
- Optional balance control allows an operator to achieve critical load positioning by hand
- 360° continuous main post rotation
- End-of-arm rotating axis has up to 5,000 inch pounds of moment loading capacity
- Pneumatically operated, requires clean dry input pressure
- Precision bearings and thrust washers at rotation axes for smooth motion and long life
- Standard pneumatic caliper main post brake
- Standard trolley mounts for enclosed track rail systems