ATI: Single-Axis & Radially Compliant Robotic Deburring Tool 9150-RCT-151
The radially compliant deburring tool (RCT-151) is a robust, high‑speed and lightweight turbine‑motor driven deburring unit for deburring aluminum, plastic, steel, etc. with a robot. The RCT-151 is especially suited for the removal of parting lines and flash from parts. However, its flexible design allows it to be used in a wide variety of applications. The RCT-151’s pneumatically controlled, articulated design allows the cutting bit to follow the part profile and compensate for surface irregularities while maintaining a constant, settable force. This allows high feed rates with uniform quality in any orientation. The tool also requires no oil, allowing clean exhaust air to be vented directly into the work environment. Compliance is supported by air pressure applied to the shaft of the unit and is used to perform consistent deburring on irregular part patterns. The motor’s internal governor maintains high spindle speeds for optimum surface finish. The RCT-151 also utilizes standard industrial tungsten‑carbide bits which allow for adaptation to changing assembly lines and part requirements. The RCT-151 provides for two mounting types—side and axial mounting. The side mounting utilizes two locating dowel pins and four threaded holes. The axial mounting utilizes a tapered flange that requires an adapter plate. Custom adapter plates for both side and axial mounting are available from ATI. The RCT-151 is equipped with (2) 1/8 NPT ports to supply the motor and compliance air (‑E models are equipped with (2) 1/8 BSPP ports).



Product Advantages
Ideally suited for removal of parting lines and flash on parts.
Turbine motor with clean air (no oil) requires less air and can be vented to atmosphere.
Unit also deburrs edges, significantly reduces cycle time.
Built-in compliance reduces robot programming Cutting force adjustable on-the-fly.
Mounts to robot arm on rear or side of deburring unit.
Utilizes standard tungsten-carbide industrial bits.
Minimal chattering and vibration.