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Kappa 320 – The next generation

Introduction

Power, performance and a new type of sensors are the three key features of the fully automatic Kappa cutting and stripping machines. Simple, intuitive controls allow these machines to be used efficiently in daily operation.

Key features:

  • Broader processing range with a diversity of options and solutions
  • Innovative sensors to aid in setup and to monitor processing
  • Intuitive, flexible and simple touch-screen operation
  • Simple integration of upstream and downstream equipment
  • TopWin for connecting inkjet, part list production and network solutions

Kappa 320

This machine features a number of options and a powerful blade head. Wire sizes from 0.05 to 10mm2 fall under its processing capacity. From this machine type and higher, all fully automatic cutting and stripping machines can be controlled and networked via TopWin software to allow inkjet marking.

Area of application

All machine types in the Kappa product family are compelling in the extremely broad range of processing they cover. Thanks to the simple, flexible controls, even difficult to process materials can be set up quickly and easily. The changeover to new types of cables can be done without tools so it is ultra-fast.

Sensors

The conductor diameter and cross section are automatically detected by a sensor, so new cable material can be set up and parameterized at the press of a button. Setup used to be extremely time-consuming. This unique measuring approach reduces this procedure to an absolute minimum. Thanks to the optical cable detector, cut losses are also a thing of the past. The same sensor continuously monitors processing during production. The end of the cable or stripping errors are detected at the earliest possible point in time.

Flexible and user friendly

TopTouch is an intuitive touch screen user software modeled on the TopWin structure found in automatic crimping machines. With the integrated user prompts, Kappas are extremely easy to operate.

Periphery and interfaces

The integration of wire feeding systems, markers, deposition units, and other peripheral devices is standardized and easy.  Up to six peripheral devices can be controlled parallel to the main system depending on the machine model. Data backup and updates are handled over a USB stick.

TopWin Kappa

TopWin Kappa expands the capabilities and functions of the fully automatic Kappa cutting and stripping machines. The PC-based control software allows inkjet marking, sequence production, and part list processing. New products and wires can be defined or modified in TopWin while production is going on.

Networking

As an option, the TopWin Kappa can be integrated in a network through the WPCS interface, allowing simple connection to an existing customer network, for example. Central data management, product control and production monitoring are further capabilities available with Komax networking solutions.

Technische Daten

Cable cross section, stranded wires*
0.05–10mm2
AWG30–AWG7
max. outside diameter 10mm (0.4in.)
Length accuracy
Repeat accuracy
±(0.2%+1mm(0.04in.)
Flat cable processing Optional 12mm (0.32in.)
Cable length range 1mm–700000mm (0.039in.–765.53yd.)
max. wire transport speed 4.0m/s (157.5in./s)
max. stripping lengths
Full strip
Side 1: 100mm (3.94in.)
Side 2: 40mm (1.57in.)
 
Semi strip / Multiple pull-off
Side 1: 999.9mm (39.37in.)
Side 2: 999.9mm (39.37in.)
Cable detector Optional
Automatic conductor diameter sensor Optional
Straightening unit Optional (external)
IOCS interfaces (expandable) 2 (4)
USB Standard
Noise level <70dBA
Drive system Single roller
Production table Optional
Electrical connection 110/230VAC ±10% 50/60Hz 300VA
Pneumatic connection Optional for blade cleaning
Dimensions (W×H×D) 510×380×470mm (20×15×18.5in.)
Weight 34kg (75lb)
*The Kappa generations can process many conductors outside the indicated cross section range. Certain extremely hard, tough wires may not be able to be processed even if they are within the indicated cross section range. In case of doubt, we are happy to produce samples of your wires.