What Are the Components of a Riveting Machine?

I. Power & Drive System

1. Power Source: Provides energy for riveting.

   • Pneumatic: Air compressor, tank.

   • Hydraulic: Hydraulic power unit, oil tank.

   • Electric: Servo or high-power motor.

2. Drive Mechanism: Converts power into riveting action.

   • Cylinder (Pneumatic/Hydraulic): Generates linear force.

   • Crank/Linkage/Knuckle Joint: Converts rotation to linear force with amplification.

   • Servo Electric Actuator: Provides precise force and displacement control.

II. Execution & Working Mechanism

1. Riveting Head: Component that directly forms the rivet.

   • Upper Die (Punch): Mounted on the moving ram, applies force to the rivet.

   • Lower Die (Anvil/Bucking Bar): Supports the factory head of the rivet or workpiece.

   • For Blind Riveters: Riveting Tool Head, includes jaws to pull the mandrel and a nose piece to react against the rivet body.

2. Frame/Body: Rigid structure supporting all components, ensuring stability.

3. Work Table: Surface for positioning and fixturing the workpiece.

III. Control & Operating System

1. ระบบควบคุม:

   • PLC/Dedicated Controller: Manages logic, sequence, and parameters.

2. Operator Interface:

   • HMI Touch Panel/Control Panel: For parameter setting, operation, and monitoring.

3. Control Elements:

   • Buttons, Foot Pedals: For manual control.

   • Solenoid Valves: Control pneumatic/hydraulic flow.

   • Pressure & Displacement Sensors: Enable precise process control.

IV. Auxiliary & Safety Systems

1. Safety Guards: Covers, light curtains, two-hand controls for operator protection.

2. Lubrication System: For moving parts.

3. Cooling System: For hydraulic units or motors.

4. Workpiece Fixturing: Custom jigs and fixtures for accurate part and hole positioning.

Summary: A complete riveting machine is an integrated system of power, execution, control, and auxiliary components working in unison to deliver energy precisely and reliably to the rivet, forming a high-quality joint.