ASDA Series Application Note Introduction of E-Cam Operation
March, 2015 2-19
Slave Axis
Master Axis
Figure 2.24 Rotary Shear
Material being sent too fast
Material being sent too slow
Figure 2.25 Speed of Master Axis does not Synchronize with the Slave Axis
E-Cam curve with a constant speed area is mainly applied to mechanism with flat cutters,
which is generally used for package with sealing zones. See Figure 2.26.
Sealing
Zone
Sealing
Zone
Sealing
Zone
Figure 2.26 Application of Flat Cutter
An E-Cam curve with constant speed area will ensure a smooth cutting process without
damaging the material. Figure 2.27 can explain why flat cutters need a constant speed area.
The key is that the master axis and the cutter axis must operate at the same speed during
cutting time. Therefore, as long as the cutting moment is within the constant speed area, a