Scorpion AFP4.0

Use Scorpion in production to manufacture lighter carbon fiber parts or at your University as the ultimate PhD maker. The Scorpion combines a COTS FANUC M-900iB/700 with Electroimpact's production proven modular AFP process head. Although inexpensive, this AFP system takes no shortcuts and is a full featured AFP4.0 lamination system.

This is AFP4.0 in a box that includes:

  • FANUC M-900iB/700 Robot
  • 4 lane 1/4" AFP head
  • Vacuum Flat Charge Table (2.5m x 3m capacity)
  • Laser safety enclosure
  • Operator Interface

Facility Requirements:

  • 3 phase 380V-575V @ 30A
  • 15 (50 peak) SCFM @ 90 psi
  • 8" thick reinforced concrete floor
  • 20’ x 20’ minimum box size (6m x 6m)

Modular AFP Head Features:

  • 4 lane, 1/4" tow baseline AFP
  • 2 segment "eye-safe" Laser heat or 4 segment high output Laser heat
  • Servo Creel

Process Capabilities:

  • Initial Feed: 4000"/min (100m/min)
  • Re-feed: 3000"/min (75m/min)
  • Cut: 3000"/min (75m/min)
  • Min piece: 4" < l < 5.5" @1200"/min (30m/min)
  • Thermoplastic, Thermoset, Dry Fiber, & TowPreg

Customizations (ask for a quote):

  • X axis 6m to infinite
  • Part Rotator
  • 4, 8, or 16 lane AFP in 1/8", 1/4", and 1/2"
  • CGTech VCP/VCS programming
  • Custom Lamination Tooling or Vacuum Table

Inspection:

  • Tow end - included
  • Process error - included
  • Lap/Gap - optional
  • FOD - optional
  • Backer Detection - optional

The AFP4.0 philosophy simultaneously maximizes Quality, Reliability, Performance, and Utilization
The technologies of AFP4.0 are featured in the videos below.

Laser IR Heater

Instant Inspection

AFP4.0 vs AFP3.0

Contact Electroimpact for more information: Sales@electroimpact.com