LBU
Large Bench Unit
Bespoke MPI Bench Unit
The LBU is a bespoke large bench unit for performing MPI. The LBU includes AC current flow and magnet flow (FWDC) energising modes as standard with optional HWDC and FWDC (3Ph) current flows modes available.
The LBU is built around a sturdy RHS frame which includes an inking hose and under unit ink reservoir to allow for ink to be reused. The variable position head-stock can be moved via a front mounted wheel and pneumatically clamp using a foot peddle to grip components between the U8 type Copper gauze contact pads - The diameter of the contact pads can be made to requirement. The LBU is supplied with heavy duty energising foot pedal(s) and fully calibrated with the relevant paperwork as standard.
Coils can be either round or square design with a range of sizes available from internal working diameters of 400mm and up, typically designed with 5 turns.
LBU's can be built to have a maximum outputs from 2,000A up to 10,000A depending on the power required. The unit can be tailored to customer requirements to achieve the most economical solution to customer needs.
Case Studies
LBU 5000: Rotating Headstocks - Click here
Control System
Johnson & Allen MPI Bench Units are built around one of three control systems - The Manual System, Start System and the Plato 3 System.
The Plato 3 System is required for LBU builds with FWDC (3Ph).
| Manual System | Start System | Plato 3 System | |
| Manual Current Regulation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Automatic Current Regulation | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Shot Timer | Optional | ✔ | ✔ |
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Automatic Demagnetising |
Optional | ✔ | ✔ |
| Quick Break (for FWDC) |
Optional | ✔ | ✔ |
| Quick Make | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
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Button Press Mode Change Over |
Optional | Optional | ✔ |
| Programmable Job Sequences | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Data Acquisition & Monitoring | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Code Loader (Barcode Scanner) | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
Plato-3 is a control and monitoring system for MPI bench units and power packs with an emphasis on data recording and traceability.
Click here to read more about the Plato 3 System
Plato-3 includes all the features found in the earlier Plato-2 System like auto-regulated current (dial-an-amp), variable shot timer and programmable job sequences but brings to the table new features, full data acquisition and monitoring and a more intuitive interface displayed on a colour monitor.
UV Inspection Booth
For fluorescent MPI processes the LBU can include a bespoke UV Inspection Booth to reduce ambient light below the 20 Lux demanded by most MPI standards. UV Inspection Booths are usually free standing and fitted with both UV lights and white lights to give adequate background UV light when inspecting with the option of white light for safely loading components and maintenance.
UV Inspection Booths are built around a sturdy steel frame and panelled with either a PVC canvas or steel sheet. Most UV Inspection Booths also incorporate a number of fans to remove heat and prevent build-up of chemical vapours within the booth. Component doors are also common and can be either manual or pneumatically operated.
Bench Accessories
The LBU can be supplied with a wide range of accessories including threading bars, rigid fixed coils, headstock mounted ‘V’ brackets, mini-jigs and hand-held UV Inspection Lights to aid in inspection processes.
Quality UK Construction
Johnson & Allen pride itself on high quality design and construction which is why the power transformers and coils used in the LBU are wound, built and extensively tested in-house before they are installed. All Johnson & Allen bench units are designed and manufactured by our experienced team in Sheffield.
Product Data
| Input Voltage | 400V |
| Frequency | 50Hz or 60Hz |
| Phase | 3P + N |
| Energising Modes | AC (Standard) Mag. Flow (Standard) HWDC (Optional) FWDC (3Ph) (Optional) |
| Current Flow Output | Up to 10,000A |
| Mag. Flow Output | 33,000 Amp Turns (Optional) |
| Metering | Digital |
| Max. Component Length | Bespoke |
Talk To Our Team
As with all bespoke builds Johnson & Allen recommend customers contact our technical sales department to discuss their precise needs first. Our experienced team can recommend the most economical way to achieve customer requirements.
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