Suzhou, Jiangsu — October 2026 — SUPT MOTION, a leading provider of voice coil motor solutions, today announced the launch of the VCAZ0010-0020-00A, a vision-guided flexible vibrating feeder actuator designed specifically for automated robot pick-and-place cells.
In modern manufacturing environments, vision-guided robotic cells rely on perfectly oriented parts reaching the camera’s field of view at every cycle. The VCAZ0010 solves this critical bottleneck by combining direct-drive voice coil technology with multi-axis controlled vibration, enabling fast part dispersion followed by precise positioning stable enough for reliable image capture.
Traditional vibratory feeders use rigid bowls or channels that work well for symmetrical components but struggle dramatically with irregular, thin, or delicate parts such as electronic connectors, medical micro-components, and die-cast hardware. These parts often nest, overlap, or jam — breaking the visual inspection and robot picking workflow entirely.
The VCAZ0010 approach replaces rigid collision-based motion with a programmable, direct-drive system. A compact actuator weighing just 69 grams delivers up to 4.2 N peak force across a 1.5 mm stroke, precisely controlled through drive electronics. When integrated into X, Y, and Z axes on a flexible tray platform, the system can spread, separate, rotate, and flip parts into optimal orientations without risking surface damage or static accumulation.
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
| Model Number | VCAZ0010-0020-00A | - |
| Peak Force (Fp) | 4.2 | N |
| Continuous Stall Force (Fc) | 2.2 | N |
| Total Stroke (S) | 1.5 | mm |
| Actuator Weight | 69 | g |
| Service Life | ≥100 million cycles | - |
- Delivers clean, separated parts for reliable vision capture by holding them steady after dispersion
- Fast response and high acceleration enable rapid part spreading before camera framing
- Direct-drive motion avoids rigid collisions and protects delicate microelectronic parts
- Compact 69 g size fits neatly under flexible feeding trays in space-constrained cells
- Works seamlessly with X, Y, and Z axes for multi-directional part reorientation
- Vision-guided robot pick and place cells for electronics assembly
- Flexible feeding platforms for micro components and connectors
- Automated assembly lines requiring high-precision part orientation
- Laboratory and medical device micro-automation
- Irregular and thin component sorting and orientation for robotic picking
SUPT MOTION provides matched drive electronics, application-specific feed program templates, and engineering assistance for camera-feeder synchronization. Samples are available for offline robot cell validation with typical lead times of 3–5 days. All units ship in anti-static shockproof foam within export-grade cartons, carry a standard warranty, and undergo pre-shipment testing to ensure performance consistency.
Q: How does VCAZ0010 differ from conventional vibratory feeders?
A: Unlike rigid bowl feeders, VCAZ0010 uses direct-drive voice coil actuators for programmable, multi-axis motion that safely handles irregular and delicate parts while maintaining precision suitable for vision-guided automation.
Q: What is the typical lead time for samples?
A: Sample units are typically ready within 3–5 business days. Full production orders follow a 5–7 day delivery window depending on configuration.