140DS Mechanical Cam Indexer Table Output Intermittent Drive 8 Station Rotary

Product Specification

140DS Mechanical Cam Indexer Overview

The HONEPAN 140DS mechanical cam indexer provides rugged, all-mechanical intermittent rotation for production lines that cannot afford electrical positioning failure. Designed for heavy 8-station rotary tables, it uses a hardened globoidal cam and precision rollers to deliver a positive mechanical lock at every station, giving exceptional rigidity and repeatability under continuous industrial loading.

Because the 140DS relies purely on mechanical cam action rather than sensors, brakes, or controllers, it offers inherent fail-safe positioning. Even in the event of a power interruption, the output turret remains locked, protecting both tooling and operators. This makes it a trusted core for presses, riveting stations, and multi-station machining operations.

Working Principle

The motor drives the input shaft, rotating a globoidal cam whose curved rib engages a ring of needle rollers on the output table. Each cam rotation advances the table through one station, after which the dwell section of the cam holds the table stationary. The rolling contact between cam and rollers minimizes friction and wear while the mechanical lock provides rock-solid positioning.

Key Features

• Pure mechanical indexing requires no sensor, brake, or controller
• Positive cam lock holds the table rigid at each dwell position
• Oil-bath lubrication extends component life in continuous operation
• High axial and radial load capacity for heavy dials and tooling
• Reinforced output table distributes load evenly across all stations
• Heat-treated 42CrMoAl cam with HRC 50-72 surface hardness
• Fail-safe locking protects tooling during unexpected power loss

Technical Specifications

Note 1: Input shaft GD² is the dwell value. Note 2: C1~C5 values are allowable values at a safety factor of 2.

Why Choose HONEPAN 140DS

• Proven reliability in harsh, continuous-duty industrial environments
• In-house CNC machining and heat treatment for consistent quality
• High load capacity ideal for riveting, pressing, and machining dials
• Customizable stations and dwell angles to match your process

Applications

The 140DS is widely used in riveting and pressing machines, multi-station machining fixtures, and heavy rotary dials in the automotive and hardware industries. It is the go-to choice when positioning rigidity and fail-safe operation are non-negotiable.

Customization & Support

HONEPAN offers optional hydraulic clamping for extreme holding force, along with custom cam profiles and mounting interfaces. Our team provides selection support, installation drawings, and lifetime technical consultation.

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a cam indexer and how does it work?

A cam indexer converts continuous motor rotation into precise intermittent (stop-and-go) rotary motion. A hardened globoidal cam engages needle roller followers on the output turret, advancing it one station per revolution and mechanically locking it during dwell — no electronic feedback, sensor, or brake is required.

2. What is the output type of the 140DS?

The 140DS features a Table output, making it easy to mount dial plates, flanges, or fixtures directly. Its compact footprint integrates smoothly into automated assembly, packaging, and inspection workstations.

3. How many indexing stations are available?

The 140DS supports 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12 (customizable). We can also custom-grind the cam profile for a different station count or dwell angle to match your exact production sequence.

4. What is the indexing accuracy?

Indexing accuracy is ±30 Sec. with repositioning accuracy of ±4 arcsec (±2 arcsec). This mechanical precision is maintained over a long service life thanks to the backlash-free cam-and-roller design.

5. What load and torque can it handle?

Please refer to the Technical Specifications table above for the allowable radial/axial loads (C1–C3), bending force (C4), input torque (C5), GD² (C6), and weight. For safety, all C1–C5 values are rated at a safety factor of 2.

6. Can you customize stations, dwell angle, or mounting interface?

Yes. We customize the number of stations, driving angle, dwell angle, cam curve, and mounting interface to your requirements. Send us your dial diameter, station count, payload, and cycle time for a tailored recommendation.

7. What is the MOQ, lead time, and warranty?

MOQ is 1 piece. Standard models ship within 4–20 days, and custom configurations may take longer. Every unit carries a 1-year warranty, a 60,000-hour design service life, and lifetime technical support.

8. What industries use HONEPAN cam indexers?

Our cam indexers are widely used in automated assembly, filling and capping, packaging, inspection, and machining systems across the automotive, electronics, hardware, pharmaceutical, and food industries.