AUTOMATIC PRESS (AP) 3T/5T
Product BrochureAUTOMATIC PRESS (AP) - 3T/5T
TE Connectivity’s (TE) automatic press (AP) 3T/5T machines apply compliant pin connectors to a wide range ofPCBs. They are fully capable of handling demanding applications such as daughter cards, mid-planes andbackplanes in data communication, aerospace defense & marine, medical, automotive, and energy industries.
The press machine can hold up to 12 insertion tools and uses a lower support fixture. These machines use Windows 10operating system which closely monitors force, distance and speed. They feature a touch screen monitor for enhanced
machine operation and two barcode scanner options. One vision camera for PCB offset can integrate this function
while an extra scanner can be added which provides fast PCB serial number entry. Five load cells for pressing
force monitoring allows one low force range load cell dedicated for the low force monitoring which is sensitive fordetecting bent pins at the early stage of the pressing cycle. This reduces scrap and simplifies troubleshooting andmaintenance. The integrated floating head can adaptively enter the male-female connector, while the rigid headeither frequently faults alarms or easily crushes the connector.
The PCB capacity is 760 x 880 mm (30 x 36 in). The statistical process control feature within the machine’s software
provides a press log and allows press force plotting for every connector.
Our machines are customizable with the manufacturing execution system (MES) software to optimize the manufacturing
process by monitoring, tracking, documenting, and controlling the entire production lifecycle. We also offer a wide
range of insertion tools for these machines for both TE and non TE products, allowing customizations available to meetyour production requirements. Together with our global manufacturing footprint, we can offer the quality, reliability
and trust to meet your next project’s needs.

Optimized High-Performance Tool

Quality and Control Management

Key Features

Benefits

Optimized High-Performance Tool

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APPLICATION TOOLING / AUTOMATIC PRESS (AP) - 3T/5T

Customizable

Windows 10 operating system closely monitors force,
distance, and speed
Touch screen monitor for enhanced machine operation
Two barcode scanner options:•One vision camera for PCB offset can integrate barcode
scanner function•
Customer can also add an extra scanner
Five load cells for pressing force monitoring•
One low force range load cell dedicated for the
low force monitoring, sensitive for detecting bent
pins at the early stage of pressing cycle, reduces
scrap and simplifies troubleshooting and maintenance•Four high force range load cell to confirm high precision
measurement
We offer an integrated floating head can adaptively
enter the male- female connector, while a rigid headcan frequently fault alarms or easily crush the connector
Automatic X/Y/Z axis and rotation press head motioncontrol
PCB capacity of the AP 3T/5T machine is 760 x 880 mm(30 x 36 in)
The statistical process control (SPC) feature within themachine’s software provides a press log and allows press
force plotting for every connector
Manufacturing execution system (MES) available to meetyour production requirements
Wide range of insertion heads for TE & non TE terminals

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Applications

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Data Communications
Aerospace Defense & Marine
MedicalAutomotive
EnergyTechnical Details•••••

Data Centers
Servers
Switching & Routing
StoragePrinted Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) –Aerospace Defense & Marine
Insulated-gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) –Automotive & Energy

Technical Specifications
Operation System
Force (metric)

Windows 10
3T (29KN) ,5T(44KN)

X-Y Axis Speed

300mm /s

Z Axis Speed

0.05mm-20mm/s

Force Error F.S.

1% Full Scale

PCB Size
Motion Control

880mm x 760mm
X/Y/Z/R Servo

Auto Tool Changer

12 Tools + 1 Thickness Gage

Vision PCB Position

Apply Fiducial Mark for automatic offset by X/Y/R

Barcode Screening

Camera installed in press head for recording
PCB SN (optional: contact TE expert)

PCB Conveyor
Interface
Safety Device
Position Accuracy
Size (not incl. stack light)

Automatic Loading
Touchscreen
Light Curtain, Door Interlock±0.01mm
1950mm x 2000mm x 2300mm (LxWxH)

Weight3500 Kg approx.

Power

220V AC 1P

Connector Seating Product Applications

3Ordering Information
Specifications
PN 2418020-1

AP-3T, IN-LINE MACHINE

PN 1-2418020-1

AP-5T, IN-LINE MACHINE

Connect With Us
Our tooling is supported by an established, experienced and responsive field service organization. TE Connectivity field engineers arelocated worldwide and are available to assist with on-site and remote service; selection and installation of new equipment; training;
and technical support. Service agreements are available to provide protection and support for all your application tooling equipment.
Contact Us
Phone: Americas 1-800-722-1111
EMEA
49-6151-607-1518
APAC
86-021-3325-9030
Tooling Portfolio: tooling.te.com
Field Service: te.com/fieldservice

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