Lathe Automatic Parts Loader

   

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Automate Your Lathe Part Production

The Haas Automatic Parts Loader is a simple and affordable way to automate part production and boost productivity on Haas turning centers. It is designed and built exclusively for use on Haas turning centers, and connects directly to the Haas control.

Includes CNC Control Cabinet Cooler, Remote Jog Handle-Touch, and Auto Door when ordered with a machine; requires Remote Jog Handle and Auto Door when ordered separately. Units built after 06/01/2021 receive/require the Remote Jog Handle-Touch-XL. The APL is compatible with the sub-spindle option, but can only load/unload parts from the lathe main spindle.

NOTE: CE compliance requires the optional safety guard fencing. All-inclusive design, with plug-and-play capabilities to Haas ST-10Y, ST-15Y, ST-20, ST-20Y, ST-25, ST-25Y, ST-28, and ST-28Y turning centers.

  • Interfaces directly with the Haas control
  • Accommodates parts up to 5.8" diameter x 5" length x 10 lb (147 mm x 127 mm x 4.5 kg)
  • Includes light curtain for safe operation (non-CE)
  • CE compliance requires the optional safety guard fencing

Due to part-size restrictions and clearance issues, the APL is not available on the standard ST-10 or ST-15. 

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Travels S.A.E METRIC
AU Axis 111 in 2819 mm
AV Axis 28 in 711 mm
AW Axis 46 in 1168 mm
Feedrates S.A.E METRIC
Rapids (AU 1417 ipm 36 m/min
Rapids (AV) 118 ipm 3 m/min
Rapids (AW) 1417 ipm 36 m/min
Part Size S.A.E METRIC
Max Part Diameter 5.8 in 147 mm
Max Part Length 5.00 in 127 mm
Max Part Weight (per gripper) 10.0 lb 4.5 kg
Gripper Rotation 90 ° 90 °
Table S.A.E METRIC
Length 48.0 in 1219 mm
Width 28.0 in 711 mm
Load Capacity 1000 lb 454 kg
Dimensions - Shipping S.A.E METRIC
Domestic Pallet 158.0 in x 72.0 in x 124.0 in 401 cm x 183 cm x 315 cm
Export Pallet 158.0 in x 72.0 in x 124.0 in 401 cm x 183 cm x 315 cm
Weight 2300 lb 1043.0 kg

Overview

The Automatic Parts Loader (APL) is a simple way to automate part production on Haas ST-10Y, ST-15Y, ST-20, ST-20Y, ST-25, ST-25Y, ST-28, and ST-28Y turning centers. The easy-to-use interface in the Haas control guides you through a simple, step-by-step setup process that “teaches” the APL arm its positions, and has you fully automated in minutes, loading and unloading parts for unattended machining.

NOTE: Due to part-size restrictions and clearance issues, the APL is no longer available on the standard ST-10 or ST-15. 

APL Specifications

  INCH METRIC
Axis Travels (AU, AV, AW) 111" x 28" x 46" 2819 x 711 x 1168 mm
Rapids (AU)
 1417 in/min
 36 m/min
Rapids (AV)
 118 in/min
 3 m/min
Rapids (AW)
 1417 in/min
 36 m/min
Maximum Part Size – Slug (Diameter x Height) (ST-10Y, ST-15Y) 5.8" x 5.0" 147 x 127 mm
Maximum Part Size – Slug (Diameter x Height) (ST-20/Y, ST-25/Y)
 5.8" x 5.0"
 147 x 127 mm
Maximum Part Size, Bar (Diameter x Length*) (ST-10Y, ST-15Y) 4.0" x 6.0" 102 x 152 mm
Maximum Part Size, Bar (Diameter x Length*) (ST-20/Y, ST-25/Y) 4.0" x 8.0" 102 x 203mm
Maximum Part Weight Per Gripper 10 lb
 4.5 kg
Table Size (Length x Width)  48" x 28" 1219 x 711 mm
Table Load Capacity 1000 lb 454 kg
Gripper Rotation 90°
 90°

* Longer part lengths may be possible, depending on the work envelope and turret style of the machine, and the specific tooling being used.

NOTE: Please review the machine and APL layout drawings for turret compatibility and machine clearances. 

SLUG LOADING

SHAFT LOADING

APL Part Management

The APL is designed to load both slugs of material and bars (shafts). Parts are managed on the APL table using one of the included templates: (3) for slugs and (2) for shafts. The slug templates will accommodate parts from 1.0" to 5.8" (25 –147 mm) in diameter, and can load various part shapes – such as round, hex, and square. The grippers can be adjusted or modified to best fit your parts.

The bar templates and grippers will accommodate parts from 0.86" to 4.0" (22 – 102 mm) diameter. One set of machined aluminum grippers and three sets of blank aluminum grippers are included.

The APL is programmed directly through the lathe’s control, and set up using the Haas APL interface, which guides the operator through the steps necessary to quickly program the APL. Answering simple questions, the operator enters basic information by either positioning the part grippers and pushing a single button, or by entering basic numeric dimensions. All values are calculated automatically by the control, and the APL is ready to go.

The APL operates in the background during normal lathe operations, returning parts to the storage table and retrieving new raw pieces while parts are being machined. The result is near-continuous, unattended machining. The double-sided rotating gripper saves time by taking a part from the spindle and replacing it with a different piece without having to return to the storage table.    

APL Interface

Easy-to-Use APL Interface

Our easy-to-use APL interface uses simple, step-by-step instructions to help the operator “teach” the APL the correct positions for picking up, loading, and unloading parts.

  • The APL is operated directly from the machine’s pendent, allowing seamless integration
  • Step-by-step instructions and graphics help guide the operator through the setup process, for example:
    • Set part template pattern – number of Rows and Columns
    • Set first part pick-up position
    • Set clearance points for gripper rotation
    • Set load and unload spindle positions at the chuck (main spindle only)
    • Set part drop-off position for first completed part

APL Mode

Simple to Operate in APL Mode

APL Mode seamlessly combines the part program selected in Memory [MEM] with a designated APL setup template to automate part production and boost productivity.

A new M-code was developed for use with Auto Part Loaders. M299 is typically used at the end of a part program. When the program is started by pressing [CYCLE START] in Memory mode, the M299 acts exactly like an M30 (Program End and Reset). But if the program is started while “APL Mode” is active, then the M299 will command the APL to load the first part from table, and then run the active program in Memory. 

  • APL Mode
    • Simply replace your M30 with an M299 at the end of your part program
    • From the Run Job tab, press [INSERT] to select the designated APL setup template (Job) and turn on APL Mode; an “APL Mode” watermark will appear over your program, and you’re ready to go
    • Press Cycle Start, and the APL will load the first part, and execute the part program in Memory
    • While the part is being machined, the APL will drop off the completed part, and then pick up new raw stock and stage it at the designated load position
    • The operator can monitor table status, the number of parts completed, which number part is inside the machine, and which part is next
    • The cycle continues until all parts on the table are completed, or a specified number of parts is reached 

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Automation Payback: Less Than 6 Months

DO THE MATH: Run just four extra hours per day with the APL, and you could generate enough output to pay for your investment in as few as 6 months.

Looking at it another way, the APL is roughly one-third the cost of an operator’s wages for a full year!

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