The SAF1001 Axial Tape Feeder integrates axial taped components—resistors, diodes, and jumper wires—directly into SMT pick-and-place machines. By automating axial component feeding, it eliminates manual placement, reduces labor costs, and maximizes pick-and-place machine utilization. Compatible with mechanical arm automation for fully integrated production lines.
Key Features
- Feeds axial taped resistors, diodes, and jumper wires (3×3mm–6×20mm)
- Pneumatic cylinder push feeding with 0.8s cycle time
- ±0.3mm feeding precision with fiber-optic positioning
- Supports tape widths of 35mm, 64mm, and 92mm (customizable)
- IO communication or standalone operation via PLC control
- Tested: 1,000 consecutive feed cycles with zero errors
- 48-hour continuous aging test passed
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 730×95×212mm |
| Weight | 8kg |
| Component types | Taped resistors, diodes, jumper wires |
| Component size range | 3×3mm – 6×20mm |
| Tape width | 35mm / 64mm / 92mm (customizable) |
| Tape paper thickness | >0.2mm |
| Feeding method | Horizontal tape reel, pneumatic cylinder push |
| Feeding speed | 0.8s per cycle |
| Feeding precision | ±0.3mm |
| Supply voltage | 24V DC |
| Current (avg/peak) | 1A / 3A |
| Air pressure | 0.4–0.6 MPa |
| Control | PLC-based, button operation |
| Communication | IO or standalone; 8-pin Ø16mm aviation plug |
| Material positioning | Fiber-optic + cylinder fine adjustment |
| Mounting | Locating key + pressure block |
| Scrap tape | Front-end vertical drop (recirculation optional) |
| Feed test | 1,000 consecutive cycles, no exception |
| Aging test | 48-hour continuous operation, no exception |
Applications
Ideal for EMS factories and PCB assembly lines that need to place axial components (resistors, diodes, jumper wires) alongside SMT components on the same pick-and-place machine. Eliminates the need for a separate axial insertion station, reducing floor space and changeover time.
Compatible placement machines
The SAF1001 docks on SMT pick-and-place and odd-form insertion machines through IO communication (8-core Ø16 mm aviation plug) or runs standalone. Related ATF-1002 axial feeders cover JUKI, Panasonic, Yamaha, FUJI and Universal (UIC) systems. The interface is confirmed against your machine model before quotation.
Quality testing
Every unit runs 1,000 consecutive feed cycles and a 48-hour aging test with your components before shipment, and the test video is shared with you.
Video: How an axial tape feeder works — SAF1001 lead cut & U-form
FAQ
Which axial components can the SAF1001 feed?
Taped resistors, diodes/triodes and jumper wires from 3×3 mm to 6×20 mm body size, on 35, 64 or 92 mm tape widths (other widths on request).
Does the SAF1001 cut and form the leads?
Yes. The feeder cuts the leads and U-forms them at the pick position, so the placement head picks a ready-to-insert component. Scrap tape drops vertically; recirculation is optional.
How accurate and fast is it?
Feeding precision is ±0.3 mm with fibre-optic positioning, at a cycle of about 0.8 s per component.
Next step: send your placement machine model, component samples or datasheet and target cycle time to [email protected] or WhatsApp +86-136-0256-2576. We confirm compatibility and reply within 2 hours (UTC+8). Full catalogue: file.autoinsertion.com.
