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These operating instructions apply to: Type Order No. Type Order No. GMQ 20/P / RE-50 50355544 GMQ 20/P / RE-75 18-100V 50355547 GMQ 20/P-01 / RE-50 50410326 GMQ 20/P-01 / RE-75 18-100V 50410327 GMQ 20/K / RE-50 50355546 GMQ 20/K / RE-75 18-100V 50355549 Assembly and initial start-up must be carried out by qualified personnel only and ac-...
Table of Contents 1.0 Declaration of Incorporation ................5 2.0 Module Information ..................…7 2.1 Safety ........................7 2.2 Transport, Handling, Storage ................6 2.3 Module Desgription ....................7 2.4 Nomenclature construction gripper rotary Module…………………………………8 2.5 GMQ 20 / RE-50 18-100V…………………………………………………………….9 2.6 Mounting of the gripping pliers ................
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4.0 Maintenance Instructions ................4.1 Servicing ......................29 4.2 Further maintenance ................... 30 4.3 Possible failures on rotary module RE-50 ............31 4.4 Exchanging the gripper actuator (pnematically/electric) ........32 4.5 Exchanging the RE-50 rotary module ..............34 4.6 End position sensor replacement ................ 34 4.7 Spare parts ......................
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EC directive: 2006/42 /EC Norme: EN ISO 12100:2010 Agent: For the compilation of the technically relevant documents: Niklaus Röthlisberger, Producte Manager Afag Automation AG, CH-4950 Huttwil Place/Date: Huttwil, 07.03.2016 Siegfried Egli Niklaus Röthlisberger Managing Director Producte Manager HT...
Safety Modifications to the rotary-gripper module that are not described in this operating manual or have not been approved in writing by the company Afag Automation AG are not permitted. In case of improper changes or assembly, installation, operation, maintenance or repairs, Afag Automation AG rejects all liability.
2.6 Mounting of the gripping pliers Pliers can be retrofitted to rotary-gripper modules which were ordered without pliers. The EG-20 gripper actuator can be fitted with the standard gripper pliers of the GMQ 20 pneumatic grippers. There are 3 different types available. 1 Centering bushings 2 Gripper 18-100V...
Insert cylinder pin in the flange holes so that the gripper pliers is locked. Loosen screw using the Allen screwdriver. Cylinder pin Loosen clamping screw at the gripper pliers. The pliers head can be removed Drawbar New gripper pliers can now be mounted on the rotary gripper.
2.8 Assembly connection WARNING Due to the rotating movement of the gripper pliers, hair or other materials may be caught and drawn into the system while the module is being operated. Caution: Commissioning may only be executed by qualified personnel. WARNING Always switch off the controller and protect it against being switched on again unintentionally when you work on the rotary-...
2.11 Installation in a system DANGER The gripper rotary engine may not be used in hazardous envi- ronments. WARNING If add-ons at the rotary-gripper module could cause danger in connection with moving parts a safe operation must be en- sured. Ensure that the operator cannot reach into the operating range of the rotary-gripper module during normal operation.
NOTE This operating manual should be read carefully before carrying out any activity on or with the rotary-gripper module. 2.12 Turning the rotary module if the cable outlets don’t fit In the delivery state the cable connections on the rotary module are facing forward. You can turn the black mounting part so that the cable outlets are pointing to the left or right side.
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Procedure: Loosen 4 screws on the RE-50 using the 2.5 mm allen screw- driver Remove the RE-50 turn to the desired side and remount. Bolt down the RE-50 in the new position. 20-RE-50 OI. vers.1.4 gb. 07.03.2016...
3.1 Intended use The rotary-gripper modules are used for the smooth rotary movement of loads in non-explosion hazardous ambient and operating conditions that are specified for this module (see Technical Data). The rotary-gripper modules are exclusively intended for rotating useful loads (see Technical Data) which do neither impair the safety of persons nor present a danger to property and the environment.
Modifications on the module that are not described in this operating manual or have not been approved in writing by Afag are not permitted. In the case of improper changes or assembly, installation, operation, maintenance or repairs, Afag AG re- jects all liability.
3.7 Rotation time RE-50 3.8 Installation of external modules The rotary flange is designed for the attachment of Afag modules. If third party mod- ules are used the rotary flange can also be removed. The engineer can also make an own rotary flange which can be attached to the third party modules.
3.9 Electrical Interface Motor cable (M12 or M15) brown withe 3 PE blue black Encoder cable (G10 or G12) brown blue withe green pink yellow black grey + 5 V violet grey/pink red/blue with/green brown/green with/yewllow n.v. yellow/brown n.v. with/grey n.v.
3.10 Sensor plug M5x0.5mm 3.11 Commissioning, operation, training WARNING Due to the rotating movement of the gripper pliers, hair or other materials may be caught and drawn into the system while the module is being operated. Caution: Commissioning may only be executed by qualified personnel.
The rotary-gripper module is designed for operation with Afag servo controllers. They can also be operated with other controller types. Operation of the Afag servo controllers is described in the separate operating instruc- tions. First connect the servo controller to a PC on which the operating software was in- stalled and carry out the test run.
3.13 Commissioning Carry out the first start-up slowly and step by step. Note the permissible technical data (see catalogue) regarding: load capacity motion frequency moment load CAUTION Limbs may be crushed by moving components. Make sure that there are no persons or tools within the operating range of the module.
3.15 Normal operation WARNING Due to the rotating movement of the gripper pliers, hair or other materials may be caught and drawn into the system while the module is being operated. If add-ons at the rotary-gripper module could cause danger in connection with moving parts a safe operation must be en- sured.
4.0 Maintenance Instructions 4.1 Servicing WARNING Due to the rotating movement of the gripper pliers, hair or other materials may be caught and drawn into the system while the rotary-gripper module is being operated. Observe the operating instructions of the system into which the rotary-gripper module was incorporated.
4.2 Further maintenance Under the ambient conditions mentioned below the rotary-gripper module does not require any further maintenance: clean workshop atmosphere no splash water no friction dust or dust from processing climate and temperature according to the technical data. Troubleshooting and repair WARNING Due to the rotating movement of the gripper pliers, hair or other materials may be caught and drawn into the system while the...
Motor connection inter- Check motor cable rupted Drive defective Have the drive replaced by Afag AG Rotary shaft (gripper pli- Important contouring error Reduce values for accel- ers) stops after a short eration and speed turn Check whether module...
In addition you will need a special tool which must be ordered separately. Afag AG offers professional repairs. The module must be returned to Afag for this purpose. Procedure for remplacement of the GMQ 20 Undo and remove 4 screws on the RE- 50 module.
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Loosen pivot bearing using the mounting wrench so that the bear- ing can be removed together with the drawbar. Loosen clamping screw at the mid- dle part Pivot bearing with drawbar Mounting wrench Gripper actuator Adapter unit 20-RE-50 OI. vers.1.4 gb. 07.03.2016...
4.5 Exchanging the RE-50 rotary module If a rotary module turns out to be defective after the warranty period, carry out the following steps to replace the module yourselves: Order the rotary module from Afag: RE-50 Order no. 50294005 RE-50 18-100V Order no.
Sensor 4.7 Spare parts NOTE Repair of the rotary-gripper module should only be carried out by Afag. There are no spare parts available. 20-RE-50 OI. vers.1.4 gb. 07.03.2016...
4.8 Accessories Type Order No. Centering sleeves 7x3mm 11016850 see technical catalog Centering sleeves 9x4mm 11004942 Flange set RE-50 50294008 Flange set RE-50 50294009 Motor cable-M12-5m-0-open (SE-Power) 50290459 Motor cable-M12-10m-0-open (SE-Power) 50310506 Motor cable-M12-5m-90-open (SE-Power) 50290460 Motor cable-M12-10m-90-open (SE-Power) 50310507 Motor cable-M15-3m-0-0 (SE-24/48) 50332418 Motor cable-M15-3m-90-0 SE-24/48)
4.9 Extension and repair When the module is damaged it can be returned to Afag Automation AG for repair. WARNING Before disassembly the power supply must be switched off and disconnected. Disassembly of the system may only be started after the power supply was definitely disconnected.
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