Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 Foreword Information contained in this document is the property of ATI Industrial Automation, Inc. and shall not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior written approval of ATI Industrial Automation, Inc. The information herein is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment of ATI Industrial Automation, Inc.
2.10.6 External Power Indicator ....................13 3. Initial Configuration and Installation of the Wireless F/T System ........14 3.1 Preparing your Wireless F/T for Configuration ................ 14 3.2 Initial Configuration ........................15 The Wireless F/T Java Demo Application ................. 17 3.3.1 Creating a test profile ....................... 17 3.3.2 Connecting to the Wireless F/T ..................19 3.3.3 Data Collection ......................... 21 3.3.3.1...
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 Mounting the Wireless F/T Unit ....................22 3.4.1 Belt Clip Installation ......................22 3.4.2 Fixed Installation ......................22 External Power Adapter Installation ..................22 Installing the Transducer ....................... 23 Command Interface ........................ 24 Communication Interfaces ......................
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12. Terms and Conditions of Sale ....................56 B.1 Initial Configuration Using a Telnet Program ................59 Introduction ..........................63 C.2 Definitions ............................ 63 Wireless F/T Digital Input Sampling ..................63 Wireless F/T Analog Input Sampling ..................63 Wireless F/T Analog Input Calibration ..................65 C.5.1 Internal Calibration ......................
DHCP protocol. Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) is a standard used for specifying the IPv4 electronic address of an Ethernet device. The Wireless F/T supports only IPv4. Media Access Control Addresses (MAC Addresses) are the unique addresses MAC Address given to every Ethernet device when it is manufactured, to be used as an electronic Ethernet serial number.
1.3 Safety Precautions CAUTION: Do not remove any fasteners or disassemble the Wireless F/T. This will cause irreparable damage to the Wireless F/T and void the warranty. Leave all fasteners in place and do not disassemble the Wireless F/T. ATTENTION: Ne pas retirer les attaches ni démonter le Wireless F/T. Cecicausera des dommages irréparables au Wireless F/T et annulera la garantie.
The Wireless F/T unit is provided with an external antenna that can be pivoted 90° so the unit can be used in small confined spaces. Fixed mounting is accommodated with the four robust threaded inserts on the back plate of the housing.
Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 2.1 Three Transducer Wireless F/T The three Transducer Wireless F/T model can interface with up to three ATI Multi-Axis Force/Torque transducers simultaneously. Each of the three transducer connectors has a transducer status indicator. The device has a rechargeable battery that can power the device for approximately two hours at full measurement rate with all three transducers enabled.
Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 2.2 Six Transducer Wireless F/T The six Transducer Wireless F/T model can interface with up to six ATI Multi-Axis Force/Torque transducers simultaneously. Each of the six transducer connectors has a transducer status indicator. The device has a rechargeable battery that can power the device for approximately one hour at full measurement rate with all six transducers enabled.
Wireless F/T unit to fit into small confined spaces. 2.4 Micro USB Connector The Wireless F/T unit has a Micro USB connector that can be used to power the unit and charge the battery using the external power adapter.
Indicates the system is either off or in charging-only mode. Steady Blue Indicates the system is on. 2.10.3 Transducer Status Indicators The Wireless F/T has a transducer status indicator on the top of the device, beside its corresponding connector. Table 2.3—Transducer Status Indicators Behavior Description Steady Green Indicates normal transducer operation.
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 2.10.5 Battery Status Indicator The battery indicator is on the front of the device next to the battery compartment. Table 2.5—Battery Status Indicator Behavior Description Steady Green Indicates the battery is charged. Flashing Green Indicates the battery is charging. Flashing Red Indicates the battery charge is below 25%.
Wireless F/T unit, transducer(s), external power adapter and plugs, USB cable, and software. The Wireless F/T unit must be set up and configured before installing the transducer so that forces can be monitored during installation.
The following procedure provides the steps needed to properly configure the Wireless F/T. 1. After connecting the Wireless F/T to the computer with the provided USB cable, it will begin to obtain the proper COM port drivers. This may take a few minutes. If they do not install on their own, install the Virtual Communication Port Driver per the instructions for your operating system found at: http://www.ftdichip.com/Support/Documents/InstallGuides.htm...
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5 GHz) from your network administrator. If your wireless network is not shown, press the “Refresh” button. Note: This will result in the Wireless F/T unit resetting while it attempts to locate nearby wireless networks. If you are switching between the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, you will need to input the Network Name manually as the Wireless F/T cannot scan one band for networks while connected to the other, consequently the networks will not show in the pull down list.
10. When you have made all the appropriate changes to the device settings, press the “OK” button to apply the changes. The window will automatically close at this point and the Wireless F/T will reset upon exit. 11. Once the Wireless F/T has been powered up completely, the Wireless Status Indicator LED will transition from flashing to solid green if it has properly connected to your wireless network.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 5. Use this page to configure the basic settings of your Wireless F/T system. Figure 3.8—Transducer Settings 6. Use this page to add any filters to your data and to select the proper calibration for each transducer (if a sensor contains multiple calibrations).
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 7. Your new Wireless F/T profile is now ready to use. Press the Finish button to exit. Figure 3.10—Your Profile is Ready 3.3.2 Connecting to the Wireless F/T 1. Select the proper profile and press the Start button as shown in Figure 3.6.
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• The data type displayed can be switched to F/T data or Gage (diagnostic) data by clicking the corresponding buttons. • The LED Status from the Wireless F/T unit will also be displayed in this left column. • Red text for a transducer indicates that the transducer is loaded beyond its measurement range and is saturated.
There are two ways data can be stored. Data can be collected and stored on a file on a PC or network directory, and/or it can be collected and stored on the customer’s MicroSD card plugged into the Wireless F/T unit. 3.3.3.1 Collecting and Storing Data on a PC or Network File To collect data to a file, click the “…”...
Figure 3.13—Sample Data File 3.4 Mounting the Wireless F/T Unit Keep in mind that an unobstructed environment from the Wireless F/T to the wireless access point will improve signal strength. If an external power adapter is being used, refer to Section 3.5—...
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 4. Installing the Transducer Information on the environment, mounting the transducer, interface plate design, and routing the transducer cable can be found in the F/T Transducer Installation and Operation manual (9620-Transducer Section). The transducer must be monitored during installation for gage saturation errors.
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 5. Command Interface The Wireless F/T unit must be installed, setup and configured prior to using any command interfaces. Refer Section 3—Initial Configuration and Installation of the Wireless F/T System for installation, setup, and configuration of the WNet unit. 5.1 Communication Interfaces The Wireless F/T can be setup and configured using a text-based command prompt console interface.
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Disable transmission of UDP packets to the WLAN Toggles the transmission of UDP packets to the WLAN VERSIONS – Display Component Versions This command displays the versions of the four updatable components of the Wireless F/T. The following is an example of the command output: >VERSIONS...
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 XPWR s1 s2 – Transducer Power Control where: s1 = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or * s2 = ON or OFF This command enables and disables transducers. Unneeded transducers may be powered down using the XPWR command to save battery power.
= 2.4 or 5 This command selects whether the Wireless F/T uses the 2.4 GHz or the 5 GHz frequency band for WLAN communications. The new frequency band selection will take place after either a WLAN OFF/ON cycle or after a unit reset or unit power cycle, assuming the new BAND setting has been saved with the SAVEALL command.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 GATEIP n1.n2.n3.n4 – Set Default Gateway IP Address where: n1, n2, n3, and n4 are integers from 0 to 255 representing an IPV4 address This command sets the default gateway IP address for the WLAN. The default gateway IP address is active when DHCP is not used.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 NET AP – Display Detected WLAN Access Points This command displays access points detected during the last scan of access points. If WLAN is OFF, NET AP will return the access points detected prior to setting WLAN to OFF. For example : >NET AP Ch Secur RSSI SNR NType...
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 NET TIME hh:mm:ss – Set System Time where: hh = integer; the current hour from 0 to 23 mm = integer; the current minute from 0 to 59 ss = integer; the current second from 0 to 59 This command allows you to change the system time.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 NET LOC “s” – Set Unit Location Description where: s = a string of up to 39 ASCII-encoded characters This command stores or recalls a location description. The location description is intended to help identify individual units when accessed remotely.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 NET UDPACT s – Packet Action During WLAN Flow Control where: s = BUFFER or DROP This command controls how the unit handles the transducer data when it needs to pause from sending data packets to the WLAN.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 WLAN s – Enable or Disable WLAN Communications where: s = ON or OFF The WLAN command turns on and off WLAN communications. Turning off WLAN communications will reduce battery consumption. The WLAN command will also report its current value when issued without arguments.
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 5.5 Commands Related to the Transducer Output RATE n1 {n2} – Set Packet Rate with Optional Oversampling where: n1 = integer from 5 to 4000, representing the packet send rate in Hertz n2 = {optional} integer from 1 to 4000÷n1, representing the oversample value. This command allows you to set the rate at which data packets are sent to the destination IP address or the MicroSD card, and how many times to oversample.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 The factory default is to send packets at 10 Hz (every 100 mS), with an oversample rate of 32. This means that one out of every 32 packets is sent. >rate Packet rate = 10 Hz rate = 320 Hz...
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 CALIB n – Set Active Calibration where: n = 1, 2, or 3 This command allows you to change the active calibration. The active calibration is the one currently for data collection. The CALIB command will also report which transducer is active and show each transducer’s active calibration, when issued without arguments.
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 5.6 Commands Related to the Functionality of the MicroSD Card Reader SD - Print Memory Card Diagnostic Information With no operands, this command prints a lengthy list of technical information about the user’s memory card. SD [FORMAT] - Format Memory Card This command allows you to format the MicroSD card.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 2010/01/01 10:18 33,066 F3.dat 4 File(s) 179,260 bytes total 2 Dir (s) > SDREC s – Control Streaming Packets to Memory Card where: s = ON or OFF This command controls the saving of streaming data to the user memory card. All data is placed in the \ ATI subdirectory, which is automatically created when necessary.
Server pool.ntp.org TimeZone -5:00 All packets generated by the Wireless F/T have a time stamp in units of milliseconds. NTP settings are controlled using the NTP commands. NTP ENABLE n – Controls NTP Synchronization where: n = 0 or 1 This command controls whether NTP synchronization is enabled or disabled.
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PC or for additional accuracy buy a precision NTP server in dedicated hardware . Public NTP time servers are also available. NTP best practices discourage the use of Stratum 1 time servers by end-use devices, such as the Wireless F/T. NTP ZONE s – UTC Time-Zone Offset where: s = string representing the time zone offset in hours and minutes.
> 5.8 UDP Interface The Wireless F/T unit listens on UDP port 49152 for commands. Any streaming UDP packets are sent to the current Destination IP address until a UDP command is received. When the Wireless F/T unit receives a UDP command from any IP address, the UDP packets are sent to whichever port the request came from.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 These commands are currently implemented: Table 5.2—Current Command Implementation Number Name Comments Start streaming for either a fixed or unlimited number of Start streaming packets Stop streaming Stops streaming Set packet transmission Sets packet transmission rate. All transducers use the rate same rate. Ping Sends a no-payload Pong response back to the sender.
20 bits. Sequence number. Used to identify missing sequence unsigned long messages. Wireless F/T Status Word 1 for Transducers 1 to statusCode1 unsigned long 3 (see below). Wireless F/T Status Word 2 for Transducers 4 to statusCode2 unsigned long 6 (see below).
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Green Green Green The Bridge bits indicate if a transducer is powered. The AFE bits indicate if the Wireless F/T is ready to read that transducer’s values. The System indicator combines the results for all Digital Board faults. Pinnacle Park • 1031 Goodworth Drive • Apex, NC 27539 USA • Tel: +1.919.772.0115 • Fax: +1.919.772.8259 • www.ati-ia.com • Email: info@ati-ia.com...
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 The length of the packet depends on the number of transducers that are powered, and can be calculated using the following equation: PacketLength(in bytes) = 18 + NumberOfOneBits(transMask) × 24 This packet format can be rendered into C as: #define NUMBER_OF_ANALOG_BOARDS 2 #define NUMBER_OF_TRANSDUCERS #define NUMBER_OF_STRAIN_GAGES...
The Wireless F/T device may be updated in the field. From a user’s perspective, the procedure is the following: 1. Use the Java demo application on the PC to download the binary image appl.bin to the Wireless F/T unit. 2. Reset the Wireless F/T unit.
Spare parts are available from ATI Industrial Automation. Please call for recommendations. 6.1 Preventive Maintenance The Wireless F/T is designed to provide a long life with regular maintenance. A visual inspection and preventive maintenance schedule is provided in the Table 6.1.
Wireless network component Test components and replace as needed failing or not functioning Wireless F/T failing or not Test Wireless F/T and replace as needed functioning Refer to the F/T Installation and Operation Transducer not functioning manual for troubleshooting information.
Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 9. Specifications The specifications section covers characteristics of the Wireless F/T device. Other components such as transducer, cabling may be found in the specific product manual on our website. Drawings may also be found in the product catalog and on our website.
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 9.3 Physical Characteristics Size Wireless WNet-3 (Excluding Antenna & mating connectors) 156 mm x 82 mm x 19.7 mm (6.15 in x 3.23 in x 0.775 in) Wireless WNet-6 (Excluding Antenna & mating connectors) 156 mm x 82 mm x 33 mm (6.15 in x 3.22 in x 1.3 in) Antenna 100 mm (3.9 in)
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 9.4.1 Analog Transducer Data Filtering shows the frequency response of the WNet hardware filter. The graph does not include Figure 9.2 the effects of any mechanical filtering (which occurs in any spring and mass system). Figure 9.2—WNet Analog Filtering Frequency Response (typical) WNet Analog Filtering Frequency Response 0.00...
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 10. Regulatory Information 10.1 FCC Statement Declaration of Conformity with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility We, ATI Industrial Automation of 1031 Goodworth Drive, Apex, NC 27539, declare under our sole responsibility that the Wireless Multi-Axis Force/Torque Transmitter models, WNET-NA-x, FTWN-NA-x, comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 IMPORTANT NOTICE: IC Radiation Exposure Statement The SAR limit for North America is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. This product (IC ID: 12098A-9105WNET) has also been tested against this SAR limit. The highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use when properly worn on the body is 1.04 W/kg.
Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 12. Terms and Conditions of Sale The following Terms and Conditions are a supplement to and include a portion of ATI’s Standard Terms and Conditions, which are on file at ATI and available upon request. ATI warrants to Purchaser that force torque sensor products purchased hereunder will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from the date of shipment.
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Appendix A – UDP Command CRC Calculation All UDP commands sent to the Wireless F/T must include a two-byte CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) value. This value is used for error checking the command request and is based on the data in the command structure to be sent.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 #else unsigned short crcByte(unsigned short crc, unsigned char ch) // direct calculation version (smaller & slower) unsigned short crc_new = (unsigned char)(crc >> 8) | (crc << 8); crc_new ^= ch; crc_new ^= (unsigned char)(crc_new & 0xff) >> 4; crc_new ^= crc_new <<...
LPT)” section, and finding a connection labeled “USB Serial Port (COMx)” If there’s more than one serial port, you may have to disconnect the USB cable and see which COM port is removed in the device manager, then reconnect the USB cable. The example in the following figure shows Wireless F/T is connected to COM5.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 Figure 14.2—PuTTy Terminal Program 6. In the Category pane click on Session, The Serial Line should now be the COM port and Speed should be the values entered in the previous step. In the Saved Sessions field enter Wireless FT COM5 and select save.
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Manual, FT, Wireless FT Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 10. Test that the unit is working by entering “IP” followed by the Enter key. This is the IP command, and will present the current IP settings. Refer to the following example screen. Figure 14.4—Test the Connection 11.
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16. Disconnect the USB cable from the Wireless F/T unit and the computer. Pinnacle Park • 1031 Goodworth Drive • Apex, NC 27539 USA • Tel: +1.919.772.0115 • Fax: +1.919.772.8259 • www.ati-ia.com • Email: info@ati-ia.com...
Wireless F/T interface. These requirements include design of a signal conditioning circuit and calibration of the Wireless F/T inputs for analog signal sampling. This feature could be used to help synchronize F/T data with other sensors by using an empty transducer input to record a digital trigger signal.
Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 C.5 Wireless F/T Analog Input Calibration Calibrating the Wireless F/T to read in an analog voltage can be performed using the Wireless F/T Java demo. Calibration slot 3 will be pre-calibrated by ATI using the Internal Calibration method below.
Document #9620-05-Wireless FT-06 2. Once the internal calibration is complete, close the Voltage-Calibration window, apply your 2.5V reference to the inputs of the Wireless F/T, and bias the transducer input you just calibrated. Figure 15.4—Apply the Input Range - Internal Calibration C.5.2 External Calibration...
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3. Once the external calibration is complete, close the Voltage-Calibration window, apply your 2.5 V reference to the inputs of the Wireless F/T, and bias the transducer input you just calibrated. See the Wireless F/T manual for more details about biasing a transducer input.
Use power supply with higher efficiency at small loads Use 2.5V reference with lower supply 5V supply from Drawing >20mA from 5V current Wireless F/T turns supply off unexpectedly Use op amps with lower supply current Use external supply with higher current limit Transducer input has not been Bias transducer input with 2.5V reference...
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F/T Transducer Six-Axis Force/Torque Sensor System Installation and Operation Manual Document #: 9620-05-Transducer Section March 2016 Engineered Products for Robotic Productivity Pinnacle Park • 1031 Goodworth Drive • Apex, NC 27539 • Tel: +1-919.772.0115 • Fax: +1-919.772.8259 • www.ati-ia.com • Email: info@ati-ia.com...
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 Foreword Information contained in this document is the property of ATI Industrial Automation, Inc. and shall not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior written approval of ATI Industrial Automation, Inc. The information herein is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment on ATI Industrial Automation, Inc.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 Note Please read the manual before calling customer service. Before calling, have the following information available: 1. Serial number (e.g., FT01234) 2. Transducer model (e.g., Nano17, Gamma, Theta, etc.) 3. Calibration (e.g., US-15-50, SI-65-6, etc.) 4.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 Table of Contents Foreword ............................2 Glossary of Terms ........................12 Safety ............................14 1.1 Explanation of Notifications ....................... 14 General Safety Guidelines ......................14 Safety Precautions ........................14 Product Overview ........................15 Installing the Transducer .......................
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 Glossary of Terms Accuracy See Measurement Uncertainty. ActiveX Component A reusable software component for the Windows applications. Calibration The act of measuring a transducer’s raw response to loads and creating data used in converting the response to forces and torques.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 Short for multiplexer. F/T Controller Sensor Systems use mux electronics to interface to the transducer signals. Mux Box A box that holds mux electronics for transducers that are too small for on-board electronics.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 1. Safety The safety section describes general safety guidelines to be followed with this product, explanation of the notification found in this manual, and safety precaution that apply to the product. More specific notification are imbedded within the sections of the manual where they apply.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 2. Product Overview A transducer is a device that measures the outputting forces and torques from all three Cartesian coordinates (x, y, and z). A six-axis force/torque transducer is also known as a multi-axis force/torque transducer, multi-axis load cell, F/T sensor, or six-axis load cell.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 3. Installing the Transducer This section will provide information on the environment, transducer IP rating, mounting the transducer, and routing the transducer cable. 3.1 Transducer Environment To ensure proper operation, the IP rating of the transducer must match or exceed the transducer’s environment.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 Larger transducers have a removable mounting adapter plates, refer to Section 3.2.2—Mounting the Transducer with a Removable Mounting Adapter Plate for more information. Machine the mounting interface plate to match the bolt pattern and dowel hole in the removable mounting adapter plate.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 3.2.2 Mounting the Transducer with a Removable Mounting Adapter Plate Check to see if when mounting the transducer to the robot or other device you will have access to the mounting screws for attaching the transducer. If not, a user designed interface plate will be needed on one or both sides of the transducer, refer to Section 3.2.1—Interface Plate Design details in designing an interface plate before continuing with this procedure.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 6. Connect power to the transducer and wait until demo application displays load data when applying force on the transducer. CAUTION: Do not exceed the transducer’s overload ratings. Smaller transducers can easily be irreparably damaged by applying small loads using tools (moment arm increases applied loads) when mounting the transducer.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 3.2.3 Mounting the Transducer with a Non-removable Adapter Plate CAUTION: Do not attempt to drill, tap, machine, or otherwise modify or disassemble the transducer. This could damage the transducer and will void the warranty. Use the mounting bolt pattern provided to attach the transducer to the robot or other device and to mount the tool to the transducer.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 3.3 Routing the Transducer Cable The transducer can be used in a variety of applications that will affect how best to route the cable and determine the proper bending radius to use. Some applications will allow the transducer and the cable to remain in a static condition.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 Figure 3.6—Transducer Bending Radius To protect cable For Nano and Mini series Transducers Refer to Table 3.1 for connection from repetitive Do not bend the cable any closer than minimum static bending radius motion, restrain cable 25mm (1 inch) to the transducer (at room temperature)
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 4. Topics 4.1 Accuracy over Temperature Typical gain errors introduced over temperature for F/T transducers with fasteners temperature compensation are listed below. These changes in sensitivity are independent of the transducer’s rated accuracy at room temperature;...
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 4.3 Environmental The F/T system is designed to be used in standard laboratory or light-manufacturing conditions. Transducers with an IP60 designation are able to withstand dusty environments, those with an IP65 designation are able to withstand dusty environments and wash down, and those with an IP68 designation are able to withstand dusty environments and fresh-water immersion to a specified depth.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 4.4 Mux Transducer Input Filter Frequency Response NOTICE: Mux transducers are only used in 9105-CTL, 9105-CON, and 9105-CTE systems. The input filter used in 9105-T transducers and in the Mux box is used to prevent aliasing. This filtering is not used in 9105-TIF (DAQ) or our TWE transducers.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 5. Transducer Specifications 5.1 Notes About CTL Calibration Specifications 5.1.1 CTL refers to F/T systems that use the F/T Controller. Transducers used in these systems either have a 9105-T-x model transducer or include a Mux Box. The output resolution of CTL systems is different from other systems.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 CAUTION: When submerged, IP68 transducers exhibit a decrease in Fz range related to the submersion depth. This loss is the result of pressure- induced preloading on the transducer. The preload can be masked by biasing the transducer at the depth prior to applying the load to be measured.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 CAUTION: When submerged, IP68 transducers exhibit a decrease in Fz range related to the submersion depth. This loss is the result of pressure- induced preloading on the transducer. The preload can be masked by biasing the transducer at the depth prior to applying the load to be measured.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 CAUTION: When submerged, IP68 transducers exhibit a decrease in Fz range related to the submersion depth. This loss is the result of pressure- induced preloading on the transducer. The preload can be masked by biasing the transducer at the depth prior to applying the load to be measured.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 CAUTION: When submerged, IP68 transducers exhibit a decrease in Fz range related to the submersion depth. This loss is the result of pressure- induced preloading on the transducer. The preload can be masked by biasing the transducer at the depth prior to applying the load to be measured.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 CAUTION: When submerged, IP68 transducers exhibit a decrease in Fz range related to the submersion depth. This loss is the result of pressure- induced preloading on the transducer. The preload can be masked by biasing the transducer at the depth prior to applying the load to be measured.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 5.13.3 Delta IP65 Physical Properties Table 5.70—Delta IP65 Physical Properties (US) Standard Units (SI) Metric Units Single-Axis Overload ±840 lbf ±3700 N ±2300 lbf ±10000 N ±2500 inf-lb ±280 Nm ±3600 inf-lb ±400 Nm Stiffness (Calculated) X-axis & Y-axis forces (Kx, Ky) 2.0x10 lb/in...
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 CAUTION: When submerged, IP68 transducers exhibit a decrease in Fz range related to the submersion depth. This loss is the result of pressure- induced preloading on the transducer. The preload can be masked by biasing the transducer at the depth prior to applying the load to be measured.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 CAUTION: When submerged, IP68 transducers exhibit a decrease in Fz range related to the submersion depth. This loss is the result of pressure- induced preloading on the transducer. The preload can be masked by biasing the transducer at the depth prior to applying the load to be measured.
F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 6. Advanced Topics 6.1 Reducing Noise Mechanical Vibration 6.1.1 In many cases, perceived noise is actually a real fluctuation of force and/or torque, caused by vibrations in the tooling or the robot arm. Many F/T systems offer filtering or averaging that can smooth out noise.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 6.3.2 Periodic Calibration Periodic calibration of the transducer and its electronics is required to maintain traceability to national standards. Follow any applicable ISO-9000-type standards for calibration. ATI Industrial Automation recommends annual recalibrations, especially for applications that frequently cycle the loads applied to the transducer.
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F/T Transducer Installation and Operation Manual Document #9620-05-Transducer Section-20 7. Terms and Conditions of Sale The following Terms and Conditions are a supplement to and include a portion of ATI’s Standard Terms and Conditions, which are on file at ATI and available upon request. ATI warrants to Purchaser that force torque sensor products purchased hereunder will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from the date of shipment.
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