Configuring spring plungers made easy

Klein oder groß, ESD-kompatibel oder nicht – die Federstößel FSTIm/FSTImc lassen sich nun einfach online konfigurieren. © J. Schmalz GmbH

The FSTIm and FSTImc spring plungers from Schmalz can be individually adapted to different requirements. This provides companies with customized solutions for their plant automation. Schmalz offers a new online configurator with integrated error prevention to make the design process quick and easy.

In contrast to the FSTE model (left), the spring in the FSTIm versions (center and right) is protected inside the housing. © J. Schmalz GmbH
In contrast to the FSTE model (left), the spring in the FSTIm versions (center and right) is protected inside the housing.
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Small spring plungers have proven themselves in the electronics industry, the pharmaceutical sector and in clean room applications: Thanks to the smooth-running spring, they handle very sensitive workpieces gently and offer particularly high positioning accuracy in combination with a flat suction cup. The compact dimensions even fit into tight assembly lines. Due to the internal spring and the reduced tubing – especially with the FSTImc profile variant – particle generation is reduced to a minimum. Additional effect: significantly reduced installation and maintenance times. And even surfaces with height tolerances are no problem for the small powerhouses. Thanks to the smooth movement and compact design of the FSTImc spring plunger in the cartridge design, delicate workpieces can be handled with process reliability.

The right spring plunger with just a few clicks

Spring plungers handle components gently and make flexible pick-and-place applications possible. © J. Schmalz GmbH
Spring plungers handle components gently and make flexible pick-and-place applications possible.
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To speed up the design of automation systems and eliminate potential sources of error, Schmalz is launching a configurator for the FSTIm/FSTImc spring plungers. Designers and engineers save valuable development time with the online tool. For example, you can not only choose between different plunger strokes, but also specify the type of vacuum connection, the design and the suction pad type or the threaded connection. The spring plungers support features such as ESD in the respective variants. The complete solution of spring plunger including fastening element and suction cups can be implemented in the planning after configuration using a CAD model.

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