Pulse AC Method Area Ionizer ER-X

High-Speed, Airless Charge Removal

UL , CE , CSA Approved
UL, CSA : Certified by TÜV SÜD America Inc. (NRTL)

Features

“Fast Charge Removal”, “Airless”, “Low-Pressure”. Three charge removal modes for diverse application coverage

The ER-X series offers an airless charge removal capability to eliminate the need for compressed air in addition to low pressure and high speed compressed air based modes. Furthermore, it supports dual-head configurations for expanded application coverage.

Massive ion discharge when using air reduces charge removal time

By applying a compressed air source, the ion volume increases providing an improved tact time for substrate ionization. This makes the ER-X suitable for applications such as electronic paper and thin film solar cells, where charge removal time is directly linked to productivity.

Prevents dust dispersion and cleanliness degradation!

The ER-X series can effectively remove surface charges with an air pressure of less than 0.05 MPa. With the advantage of minimal dust dispersion, it is suitable for charge removal in semiconductor, FPD (mobile panel), and other applications that require high degree of cleanliness. The presence of air also helps prevent adhesion of dust to the discharge needles, requiring less cleaning than in the airless charge removal mode.

Pulse AC method for faster charge removal

The ER-X series has adopted the pulse AC method that alternately applies positive and negative voltages to each discharge needle. This enables generation and discharge of a large amount of ions, resulting in faster charge removal. Select from eight pulse frequencies according to your application, from 100 Hz for charge removal on nearby or moving workpieces to 1 Hz for charge removal on far-away workpieces or in a threedimensional space.

Automatic ion balance control

The ER-X series provides an automatic ion balance control mechanism that senses the amount of ions being generated (which changes according to environmental factors) and compensate for this deviation in the controller, thus maintaining a highly stable ion balance as an original operator setting.

SPOT TYPE HEAD

0.3 sec. or less*1 fastest charge removal achieved with pulse AC method spot type ionizer*2

The pulse AC method enables the ER-X001 to generate and discharge a large amount of ions, which makes charge removal faster. Furthermore, as a spot type ionizer, it achieves the fastest charge removal of 0.3 sec.
or less*1 (±1,000 V → ±100 V).

*1: As of March 2016, in-company survey
*2: Spot diameter of ø15 mm ø0.591 in or less

Supports airless and low-pressure charge removal, which means charge removal is possible without blowing away tiny work pieces

Free head placement is possible thanks to flexible cable with internal air tube

Air supply port angle can be adjusted

ER-X001 high-voltage unit

BAR TYPE HEAD

High and low temperature resistant type also available

ER-X□HC
Bar type head compatible with ambient temperatures of -60 to +200 ℃ -76 to +392 ℉ is available.

Super-compact slim head

By thoroughly redesigning the discharge needle, we have created a super-compact slim head that combines high-speed charge removal*1 with a maintenance-saving design*2. The ER-X series can be embedded in, or retrofitted onto, equipment that did not provide enough space for antistatic measures in the past.
*1 : Pulse AC method with built-in air tubes (max. pressure 0.5 MPa)
*2 : Discharge needle air barrier structure, discharge needle unit for simple need replacement

Flat discharge surface for easy cleaning

The ER-X series heads have a flat discharge face, allowing effortless cleaning of the discharge needles and air outlets by simply brushing along the groove provided.

Discharge needle air barrier design for reduced contamination

A barrier of clean air around the discharge needle keeps foreign matter from adhering to it, preventing degraded performance.
Additionally, by using separate air sources for the discharge needle barrier and ion transport, the ER-X series keeps discharge from becoming unstable due to pressure concentration, allowing the device to efficiently generate and transport ions.

Carefully designed to prevent contamination in manufacturing processes

In consideration of the manufacturing process (secondary cells etc.), the ER-X series heads neither use copper nor plate processing. This minimizes the risk of contamination with foreign substances.

Carefully designed to prevent contamination in manufacturing processes

In consideration of the manufacturing process (secondary cells etc.), the ER-X series heads neither use copper nor plate processing. This minimizes the risk of contamination with foreign substances.

CONTROLLER

Dual head configuration for enhanced charge area and layout expansion

  • Different heads can be combined.
    *The new-type controller, ER-XC02, allows simultaneous connection of the bar type head and spot type head.
  • Charge removal is possible with a layout that places heads on either side of the workpiece.
  • The charge removal efficiency can be increased by synchronizing the two heads.

Equipped with charging function

The charging function is useful when charging paper or parts for static electricity adsorption transport.
Notes:
1) Head 2 performs the ordinary charge neutralizing operation.
2) The ER-X001 cannot use the charging function.(Discharge operation stops.)

All-in-one model equipped with various functions for optimal removal of charge

Order guide

Heads

Head connection cable is not supplied with the head. Please order it separately.
Type Appearance Charge removal time
(±1,000 V→±100 V)
Ion balance Effective
charge
removal
width
Model No.
Spot type 0.3 sec. or less
(Note 1),
0.5 sec. or less
(Note 2)
±30 V or less
(Note 2, 3)
50 mm
1.969 in
approx.
ER-X001
(Note 4)
Bar
type
1 sec. or less
(Note 2)
80 mm
3.150 in
approx.
ER-X008
(Note 4)
High and low
temperature
resistant
ER-X008HC
(Note 5)
160 mm
6.299 in
approx.
ER-X016
High and low
temperature
resistant
ER-X016HC
(Note 5)
320 mm
12.598 in
approx.
ER-X032
High and low
temperature
resistant
ER-X032HC
(Note 5)
480 mm
18.898 in
approx.
ER-X048
High and low
temperature
resistant
ER-X048HC
(Note 5)
640mm
25.197 in
approx.
ER-X064
High and low
temperature
resistant
ER-X064HC
(Note 5)

 

Note 1: Typical value in condition of discharge distance 50 mm 1.969 in, center of the product, discharge frequency 50 Hz and air supply 60 ℓ/min.(0.3 MPa).
Note 2: Typical value in condition of discharge distance 100 mm 3.937 in (ER-X001: 50 mm 1.969 in), center of the product, discharge frequency 50 Hz (ER‑X□HC:30 Hz) and no air supply.
Note 3: Ion balance refers to the average value of plus and minus. The specification value is the typical one in condition used when ambient temperature change is less than ±10 ℃, ion balance is set after 30 minutes from the discharge start, the ion balance control function is set ON.
Note 4: The ER-X001 and ER-X008 must be combined with the new-type ER-XC02 controller (produced from April 2014 on).
Refer to “Identification of previous-type and new-type controllers and for the combination with the head”.
Note 5: The ER-X□HC high / low temperature resistant type head can be used under temperatures from -60 to +200 ℃ -76 to +392 ℉. Be sure to use this head in combination with the new-type controller, ER-XC02 (produced from April 2016 on).
Refer to “Identification of previous-type and new-type controllers and for the combination with the head”.

 

Controller

Please order power cable or AC adapter separately.

Type Appearance Model No. Number of heads
connected
Output
Standard type ER-XC02 Max. 2 units PhotoMOS relay

Head connection cable

Head connection cable is not supplied with the head. Please order it separately.

Appearance Model No. Description
ER-XCCJ2H Length: 2 m 6.562 ft
Net weight: 120 g approx.
Cabtyre cable with both connector
ER-XCCJ5H Length: 5 m 16.404 ft
Net weight: 290 g approx.
ER-XCCJ10H
(Note)
Length: 10 m 32.808 ft
Net weight: 560 g approx.

Note: Cannot be used with the high and low temperature resistant type head ER-X□HC.