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Yaskawa sensors in India for robotic welding
Yaskawa sensors in India are mainly used with Yaskawa Motoman welding robots, to find and follow weld seams. Industrisol supplies the MotoSense vision seam tracking system, the Yaskawa Touch Sensor and the MotoPAC WL200+ welding package.
- Seam finding and seam tracking for MIG/MAG and TIG robots
- Reduce jig cost when part position varies
- Integrates with Yaskawa robot controllers
- Supplied from Mumbai to customers across India
Why robot welding cells need sensors
A sensor detects a physical input, such as light, contact or position, and turns it into a signal a controller can use. In a welding cell the key input is the real position of the seam. Real parts are never perfectly placed: cut tolerances, fit-up gaps and thermal distortion move the joint away from the programmed path.
Seam sensors let the robot find the joint before welding and, with a vision system, follow it during welding. That improves weld quality, cuts rework and reduces the need for expensive precision fixtures. If you are looking for general proximity, photoelectric or encoder products rather than welding sensors, see our sensor brands and Panasonic sensor pages linked below.
Yaskawa sensors and welding systems
Yaskawa MotoSense seam tracking
MotoSense is a vision system that lets Yaskawa robots detect, follow and weld along the actual seam trajectory in real time. It consists of an imaging module, an imaging process controller and an interface to the Yaskawa DX robot controller, with prepared macro jobs for setup.
| Welding processes | GMAW (MIG/MAG), TIG |
|---|---|
| Materials | Stainless steel, aluminium and others |
| Camera | Servo-adjustable module, automatic docking station |
| Seam types | Custom seam geometry algorithms; zero-gap butt seam sensing |
| Communication | PROFIBUS, PROFINET, I/O; remote support via Ethernet |
| Analysis | Image sequence logging for offline optimisation |
Yaskawa Touch Sensor
The Touch Sensor uses the MIG/MAG torch and welding wire to search for the exact seam location, so it adds no extra contour to the torch. Its variable search voltage handles primed or rusty parts that a power source’s built-in search function may not detect reliably, and it safely isolates the search potential from other electronics.
| Search method | Welding wire touch sensing |
|---|---|
| Search voltage | Variable, 30 V to 90 V |
| Design | Compact box, easy integration |
| Accessories | Wire cutter and wire clamping recommended |
Yaskawa MotoPAC WL200+
MotoPAC WL200+ is a plug-and-play welding package of robot, controller, teach pendant, power source and servo torch. Servo-controlled wire motion close to the arc gives very low spatter and better welding of thin sheet.
| Spatter | Ultra-low spatter generation |
|---|---|
| Thin sheet | Improved joint welding of thin sheet metal |
| Shield gas | Improved CO2 characteristics allow lower-cost gas |
| Package | Robot, controller, teach pendant, power source, servo torch |
| Programming | Teach pendant |
Touch sensing or vision tracking?
| Factor | Touch Sensor | MotoSense vision |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Finds seam position before welding | Finds and tracks seam during welding |
| Cycle time impact | Adds search time per seam | Real-time, minimal search time |
| Best for | Thicker parts, fillet joints, variable placement | Long seams, distortion, zero-gap butt joints |
| Hardware | Uses existing torch and wire | Camera module and image controller |
Information for a welding sensor enquiry
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- Robot and controller model (for example Yaskawa DX series)
- Welding process: MIG/MAG or TIG
- Material and thickness range
- Joint types and typical gap or misalignment
- Seam length and part size
- Current fixture approach and cycle time target
- Quantity and delivery location
Does Yaskawa make proximity or photoelectric sensors?
Yaskawa’s sensor products are mainly for robotic welding, such as seam finding and seam tracking. For proximity, photoelectric, colour mark or distance sensors, see our general sensor brands page and Panasonic sensor pages, or send your requirement and we will suggest a suitable product.
What is the difference between seam finding and seam tracking?
Seam finding locates the start and position of a joint before welding, usually by touching the part with the wire. Seam tracking follows the joint while welding, correcting the robot path for distortion or variation. Many cells use touch sensing for location and vision for tracking long seams.
Will the Yaskawa Touch Sensor work on rusty or primed steel?
It is designed for this. The search voltage is adjustable from 30 V to 90 V, which helps the wire make a reliable electrical contact through primer or surface rust where a lower power-source search voltage may fail.
Can MotoSense be added to an existing Yaskawa robot cell?
MotoSense interfaces with Yaskawa DX robot controllers. Whether it can be added to your cell depends on the controller, torch and mounting space. Share your robot and controller model and we will check fit.
How do I get a price?
Send your robot model, process and part details through Request a quote or call +91 90433 36700. We will confirm the right sensor or package and quote current pricing.
Improve weld accuracy with Yaskawa sensors
Tell us about your robot cell and parts, and we will recommend a seam sensing solution with a quotation.