Chain conveyor system Bosch Rexroth VarioFlow plus
Assembly Technology Bosch Rexroth
The Bosch Rexroth VarioFlow+ is a flexible chain conveyor system engineered for continuous and indexing material transport in assembly and manufacturing environments. With chain widths from 63 mm to 160 mm, conveyor speeds up to 0.5 m/s, and load capacities reaching 50 kg per workpiece carrier, the system covers light to medium-duty intralogistics demands. The modular aluminum, stainless steel, and ESD-compliant variants meet IEC 61340-5-1 for electrostatic protection and comply with DIN EN ISO 10218 safety requirements for integrated automation lines.
As an authorized Bosch Rexroth distributor, esd.equipment stocks 477 VarioFlow+ components - from drive units, guide rails, and side guides to workpiece carrier systems, clamp conveyors, and dedicated tools. All system families (Standard Aluminum, Stainless Steel STS, and ESD) share a common grid dimension of 50 mm, enabling rapid reconfiguration without additional machining or custom brackets.
VarioFlow+ System Variants - Technical Comparison
| Criterion | ESD System | Aluminum System | Stainless Steel STS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary material | ESD-compliant polymer chain | Aluminum profile + polymer chain | 1.4301 stainless steel |
| Surface resistance | 10⁶-10⁹ Ω (IEC 61340-5-1) | Not specified (standard) | Not specified (standard) |
| Chain width range | 63-160 mm | 63-160 mm | 63-125 mm (ca.) |
| Max. workpiece carrier load | 50 kg | 50 kg | 50 kg |
| Conveyor speed | Up to 0.5 m/s | Up to 0.5 m/s | Up to 0.5 m/s |
| Typical environment | EPA zones, electronics assembly | General assembly lines | Pharma, food, washdown areas |
| Norm / standard | IEC 61340-5-1, DIN EN 61340 | DIN EN ISO 10218 | GMP, IP65 (ca.) |
| RFID compatibility | Yes - WT system | Yes - WT system | Yes - WT system |
Bosch Rexroth VarioFlow+ Product Overview
| Product Family | Application | Key Specification | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Förderkette | Continuous and indexing transport | Width 63-160 mm, speed up to 0.5 m/s | Low-noise, low-wear chain design |
| Werkstückträgersystem WT | Pallet-based part transport | Pallet 160-500 mm, max 50 kg | RFID-compatible, Industry 4.0 ready |
| Klemmförderer | PCB and board edge transport | Gap width 0-50 mm, IPC-compatible | Gentle edge-clamping for sensitive boards |
| Seitenführung | Lateral workpiece guidance | Adjustable width, all chain variants | Tool-free width adjustment |
| ESD-System | ESD-protected assembly lines | 10⁶-10⁹ Ω, IEC 61340-5-1 | EPA zone grounding, full system compliance |
| Werkzeuge | System assembly and commissioning | VarioFlow+ specific tool set | Reduces installation time significantly |
Typical application areas: Electronics manufacturing SMT and THT assembly (IEC 61340-5-1, IPC-A-610), semiconductor back-end packaging (SEMI S1/S2), automotive sub-assembly lines (IATF 16949, VDA 6.3), medical device manufacturing (ISO 13485), aerospace component assembly (AS9100D), and food/pharmaceutical processing in GMP-compliant environments.
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