Operation Using Repair Tape - Pepperl+Fuchs PGV...-F200...-R4-V19 Series Manual

PGV...-F200/-F200A...-R4-V19
Operation and communication
5.3

Operation Using Repair Tape

The repair tape is a short code tape one meter in length. The repair tape is used to bridge
defective or damaged areas of an existing code tape.
1. Cut the repair tape to the required length
2. Cover the defective area of the existing code tape with the repair tape
Note!
When placing a repair tape on the code tape, make sure that the repair tape continues the
pattern on the code tape as accurately as possible.
When the read head enters the range of a repair tape, it sets the repair tape flag in its output
data.
Note!
The repair tape works incrementally. In so doing, it adds one value to the previous read
position on the code tape. If the read head starts on a repair tape, the read head reports an
error. Move the read head to a position on the code tape away from the repair tape to read the
absolute value.
Tip
If repairs are required, the Code Tape Generator at www.pepperl-fuchs.com can be used as
a short-term workaround. This generator enables segments of code tape to be produced and
printed out online.
Enter the start value in meters and the code tape length of the section to be replaced in meters.
This produces a printable PDF file containing the required segment of the code tape.
The printout must be used only as an emergency solution. The durability of the paper strip is
extremely limited depending on the application!
Refer to the "Accessories" chapter for order information relating to repair tape.
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