Twister

Overview

The bt 188 T semi-automatic cable processing machine twists up to four wires and the wire ends can also be automatically fixed with tape in an optional step.

The bt 188 T offers excellent quality at high speeds of up to 350 pieces per hour in single twisting. The twisted end and lay length, wire cross section, wire outer diameter and open ends can be varied depending on requirements. The required cutting length is calculated automatically. The bt 188 T therefore offers economical twisting with short set-up and changeover times. The integrable multi-twisting unit processes three or four wires in a single process step and features uniform lay lengths and high reproducibility. The optional spot taping unit is only available for the bt 188 T. The twisted wires are protected against untwisting with spot tape made of fabric or PVC tape.

Features

Intuitive user interface with TopTouch for easy operation

The TopTouch user interface can be used to set the parameters of the semi-automatic twisting unit. The user-friendly software guides you through the process.

Outstanding twisting performance for high demands

The bt 188 T twists wires at a speed of up to 350 pieces an hour – and with high quality to meet all requirements in the automotive industry.

Optional multiple twisting for precise impact formation

The flat grippers can also be used to twist three or four wires precisely multiple times. The result is impressively uniform lay length and high reproducibility.

Optional fully automatic spot taping unit exclusively on the bt 188 T

The integrated spot taping unit enables both ends of the cable to be spot taped simultaneously. The module thus protects against untwisting with spot tape made of fabric or PVC tape.

Technical Data

BT 188 TSPECIFICATIONS
Specification name	Specification value
Wire length, untwisted with extensions max.	ca. 200 – 11300 mm
Min. wire length with precise multi-twisting option	300 mm
Min. wire length with spot taping unit option	700 mm
Wire cross section min.	2 × 0.08 mm²
Wire cross section max.	2 × 4.0 mm²
Open wire ends on twisting side min.	25 mm
Open wire ends on twisting side max.	85 mm
Open wire ends on holding side min.	25 mm
Open wire ends on holding side max.	190 mm
Different open ends max.	60 mm
End length of twisted wires min.	200 mm
End length of twisted wires max.	2300 mm
End length of twisted wires with 1 extension max.	5300 mm
End length of twisted wires with 2 extensions max.	8300 mm
End length of twisted wires with 3 extensions max.	11300 mm
Lay length min.	8 ± 5 mm
Lay length max.	50 ± 5 mm
Wire cross section (optional) min.	3 x 0.08 – 3 x 2.5 mm²
Wire cross section (optional) max.	4 x 0.08 – 4 x 2.5 mm²
Electrical connection	115/230V, 50/60Hz
Compressed-air connection	4 – 6 bar
Weight (approx.)	95 kg
Weight of frame approx.	45 kg
Weight of complete extension module approx.	65 kg
Length	3700 mm
Width	850 mm
Height	1280 mm
Length of extension module (up to 3 extension modules possible)	3000 mm
Width of extension module (up to 3 extension modules possible)	850 mm
Height of extension module (up to 3 extension modules possible)	1280 mm
Processing outside the specifications	Processing outside the specifications upon request. In case of doubt, we will be happy to provide processing samples for your wires.
Producible parameters	Reproducible parameters depend on process parameters and processing speed.
Completed twisted length	The finished twisted length depends on the material and lay length. With option for two short twisted wires: minimum wire length > 160mm.

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BT 188 T