Vibratory bowl feeders and tracks are fantastic at delivering a constant string of parts with the right side up and other features in just the right orientation. But then we have to further process them, just one part at a time. That's where PHD Series 160 Escapements show their stuff.

Available in both standard and heavy duty versions, these unique devices are ideal for isolating and feeding components to various assembly and staging stations. The standard model features hardened, ground, and plated alloy steel rods riding on hardcoated with PTFE body bearing surfaces. The heavy duty version also includes fluoropolymer composite bearing strips for additional load and wear-resistant capacity. One of the key features of all models is the internal cross-porting requiring only one 4-way air valve for both piston driven rods. The other key feature is the internal sequence pin which mechanically prevents one rod from retracting until the other rod extends, thus ensuring the proper singulating function.

Additional options include provisions for PHD proximity switches, travel adjustment for the retract position, and internal flow controls for tuning the actuation velocity.

Take a look at PHD Escapements for your automation sequencing requirements today!