BP10000 Air-operated bench press for low-volume press-fit assembly
High-force bench press flexibility in a compact format
The BP10000 is an air-operated bench press designed for low-volume press-fit assembly and other hand-fed fastening or interconnect applications. It combines high insertion force, adjustable stroke control, and configurable tooling in a compact platform that can be adapted for different product families.
Insertion speed up to 2,000 components per hour
Up to 10,000 lb of insertion force
PCB thickness range: .010 - .250 in
14-inch depth to receive printed circuit boards
Accommodates material up to 28 x 28 in with a 9 x 14 in standard work surface
Flexible robust design that can be tooled for multiple applications
Small-footprint bench format for low-volume production
Force & Process Control
Up to 10,000 lb insertion force
Dial-a-stroke precision adjustments
Z-axis pressure and speed control
Anti-rotation air cylinder uses 416 stainless hex rod construction
Operator Interface
Two-hand actuated insertion cycle standard
Optional foot switch actuated cycle
Open design supports custom fixturing
Suitable for clean room environments
Application Range
Heat sinks, cable connectors, roll pins, and row headers
PEM nuts, standoffs, press studs, and bushings
Molded connectors, PC104 connectors, and modular jacks
D-sub assemblies, relay sockets, terminal blocks, and punch-and-cut work
Utilities & Off-the-Shelf Technology
Solenoid valve stack with compressed air preparation unit
Automatic drain, regulator, gauge, and 5 micron filter package
Permanently lubricated cylinders
Pneumatic requirement: 80 psi, 40 scfm
Optional Features
Maple top bench with steel legs: 34 in H, 36 in W, 30 in D
Padded board support
Insertion hole locating beam and ring guard
Product locating tooling, insertion tooling, and vacuum-assisted top die
Technical Specifications
Machine Type
Air-operated bench press
Production Fit
Low-volume press-fit assembly
Insertion Rate
Up to 2,000 CPH
Insertion Force
Up to 10,000 lb
Operation
Pneumatic
PCB Thickness Range
.010 - .250 in
Board Receive Depth
14 in
Material Capacity
Up to 28 x 28 in
Standard Work Surface
9 x 14 in
Cycle Actuation
Two-hand cycle standard; foot switch optional
Pneumatic Requirement
80 psi, 40 scfm
Electrical Requirement
Available on request
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