This application note from Shimpo highlights procedures for evaluating the speed of rotating welding apparatus components such as turntables or weld fixtures. It outlines best practices for using Shimpo tachometers and contact/non-contact sensors to capture precise rotation and linear speed data to support welding process control and diagnostics.

Application Notes Rotating Welding Apparatus Shimpo

Shimpo’s Rotating Welding Apparatus application note discusses the importance of accurate speed measurement in welding automation. It reviews how to measure rotating parts on welding machinery using Shimpo tachometers, ensuring that welding operations maintain correct rotational velocity for quality, repeatability, and proper cycle timing within production environments.

Rotating Welding Apparatus

Features

01
Rotational Speed Focus

Emphasizes accurate measurement of rotational speed for welding apparatus.

02
Linear Speed Measurement

Covers measurement of linear speed of rotating containers/fixtures.

03
Shimpo Tachometer Integration

Recommends using Shimpo tachometers for precise speed data acquisition.

04
Contact and Non-Contact Sensors

Notes compatibility with both sensor types for welding applications.

05
Process Quality Insight

Links speed data to improved welding process stability.

Overview

Rotating Welding Apparatus
Specification / AttributeDetail / Insight
Application DomainAutomated welding systems and rotating welding fixtures. 
Measurement TargetRotational devices such as welding turntables, rotating fixtures. 
Speed Types CoveredRotational speed (RPM) and corresponding linear speed. 
Recommended InstrumentsShimpo tachometers and optical/contact sensors. 
Outcome ObjectiveData for process control, welding quality, and machine diagnostics.