The requirement for strict specification and acceptance of all automotive parts and components has greatly increased in recent years. Thread inspection is no exception. Some of the common practices are eddy current probes, lasers, proximity sensors or vision systems that are only partly successful as they only inform you of the presence of a thread, not if it’s correct or within tolerance. The automated thread checking solution from SMAC enables a 100% detailed inspection and verification of all parts. It also identifies tooling wear sooner, and allows SPC data acquisition for process control and quality systems. All of this translates to higher quality and throughput, lower costs and increased customer confidence. This is typically an inline inspection operating at production rates.

SMAC Automatically Checks:

• Minor diameter
• Major diameter
• Pitch diameter
• Pitch
• Foreign objects (e.g. broken tap, swarf etc)
• Thread depth
• Missing threads
• Counterbore presence

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SMAC Thread Check GUI

An optional Thread Check Graphical User Interface (GUI) is also available. Graphical User Interface, SMAC-Motion, provides a simple and straightforward way to quickly configure motion parameters of a variety of SMAC actuators and controller.

Find the actuator right for your application.

NEW TB-2SRQD Quick Disconnect

Programmable Anti-Tiedown Start Bar

The TB-2SRQD machine start bar is a complete OSHA compliant ergonomic two hand starting system. It increases productivity while operator fatigue and stress are decreased. It includes a cast aluminum enclosure, hand sensors and an anti-tiedown control with front panel indicator lights. New feature on this model, our hand sensors can now be installed, up to 12’, away from enclosure. This provides greater flexibility in confined workspaces. When properly installed, the TB-2SRQD meets OSHA requirements covering two-hand controls.

The start bar has a microprocessor and multiple modes of operation that can be programmed to fit various applications. It counts and displays machine cycles on the enclosure display.

Anti-tiedown – requires an operator to have both hands on start switches in order to start machine operation. This minimizes the possibility of the operator starting the machine while his hand is in the work area.

Control Reliability – designed to meet the OSHA classification of “control reliability” as defined in Sec. 1910.217(b)(13).

Redundant Output Contacts – uses double positive guided output relays. Each relay is checked for proper status prior to beginning a machine cycle.

Ergonomic – the angle of the hand sensors coincides with the natural movement of the hands and require no pressure to operate.

Safety – guarded hand switches allows actuation only from the side towards the machine operator.

Operation modes – multiple modes defined by setting options in the setup menu. These include Momentary Output, Maintained Output, Timed Output, Maintained Timed Output, Delayed Timed Output, Maintained Delayed Timed Output and Part-in-Place Mode.

Specifications: Physical Dimensions	50 cm x 10 cm x 6 cm (20″ x 3.75″ x 2.15″)
Weight	3 kg (6.5 lbs.)
Mounting Holes	2 vertical, tapped 1/4-20 – 2 horizontal, 1/4″ diameter
Power Supply	115 VAC or 220 VAC (factory configured)
Power Consumption	5 watts standby, 8 watts output energized
Input X1	NPN (sinking) type, 24VDC, 15mA. Typically used for Hold function. (PNP type optional, specify with order)
Input X3	PNP (sourcing) type, 24VDC, 15mA. Typically used for Reset function. (NPN type optional, specify with order)
Output X2	24 VDC, 0.1 Amps – 2 positive guided relay contacts in series, Life: 10 million cycles (mechanical)
Concurrency Timer	0.5 sec. (factory setting)
Environmental	0° – 60° C (32 – 140° F) ambient temp.
Origin	Made in USA
Start Switches	Electronic infrared photo sensors approximately 80 millisecond response time

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