ReactionArm®
Cumulative trauma injuries cost the U.S. billions each year. The ReactionArm reduces injuries to workers' wrists, arms and upper bodies by absorbing the shock of the attached power tool. A power tool mounted on a ReactionArm can easily be moved and positioned throughout the work cell. A variety of styles, capacities and mounting options provide versatility. *ReactionArm shown with optional pedestal, portable base, vertical axes brakes and tool holder. |
For Performance and Quality
- Balance configuration for "zero-gravity" control
- Variety of tool holder designs and end joints available or special designs provided
- Work tools and stands that are incorporated into the work cell can be provided
- Vertical axes brakes available
- Pneumatically operated, requires clean dry input pressure
- Precision bearings and thrust washers at rotation axes for smooth motion and long life
- Middle joint leveling to prevent second arm drift
- Remote Start Circuitry available to ensure breaks are engaged prior to vertical torque
- Down bias circuitry allows for operator ease during vertical torque
- Standard pistol grip or optional ergonomic twist grip controls
- Mounting Options: overhead, trolley, pedestal, wall mount, column, machine or mobile/portable base
Positech Advantages
- 5:1 design factor minimum on all structural components
- Main post adjustable friction brake allows the operator to set arm motion for ease of operation
- Reduces repetitive shock forces to wrists, arms and upper bodies
- Pilot operated lock valve on lift cylinder prevents vertical arm movement if sudden loss of air pressure occurs
- Minimum Lift Circuit is standard allowing controlled downward movement
- Floor mounted pedestal provided with concreate anchor bolts, mounting hardware and leveling jacks for ease of installation (No grout required)
- Full turn-key or integration of customer supplied torque equipment
- Parallel linkage standard to support loads beyond end-of-arm
- Does not require air lubricator
Technical Specifications
| Model | Reach in (mm) |
Lift |
Lift Capacity* lbs (kg) |
Torque Capacity ft-lbs (N-m) |
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| RA150 | 36-48 (914-1219) |
12-48 (305-1219) |
10-100 (5-45) |
111 (150) |
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| RA250 | 36-48 (914-1219) |
12-48 (305-1219) |
10-100 (5-45) |
184 (250) |
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| RA500 | 70-144 (1778-3658) |
36-72 (914-1829) |
25-145 (11-66) |
369 (500) |
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| RA1000 | 70-144 (1778-3658) |
36-72 (914-1829) |
25-245 (11-111) |
737 (1000) |
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| RA2000 | 70-144 (1778-3658) |
36-72 (914-1829) |
25-225 (11-100) |
1475 (2000) |
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| RA3000 | 70-120 (1778-3048) |
36-48 (914-1219) |
25-500 (11-226) |
2212 (3000) |
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Requires 90 psi clean dry air to operate at capacity |
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Positech's ReactionArm® is a pneumatic torque arm that absorbs shock, torsional forces and impact force from power tools; therefore, reducing carpal tunnel injury and cumulative trauma disorders.