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Herewith we declare, that the machinery described below product denomination: Thread tapping machine Tauro® 120 und Taurox® 300 / 400 / 900 model / type: is complying with all essential requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. In addition the partly completed machinery is in conformity either the EC Directives 2014/30/EC relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
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Missing or inadequate knowledge of the manual results in the loss of any claim of liability on part of Taurox e. K. Taurox e. K. reserves the right to make alterations to its products in the interest of technical progress. These alterations need not be documented in every single case.
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Description of symbols General description of symbols Indicates dangers which can be followed by death, heavy personal injury or substantial property damage. Danger Indicates a possible risk which can be followed by death, heavy personal injury or substantial property damage.
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Additional symbol explanation The additional symbols include always a “general symbol“. Warning of dangerous high voltage: Indicates danger of life through high operating voltage and electrial shock, which can be followed by death.
Physical dimensions of the control unit 2.3.2 Physical dimensions of the machine pedestal 2.3.3 Physical dimensions of the Tauro 120 2.3.4 Physical dimensions of the Taurox 300 / 400 / 900 Operating conditions Installation / Commissioning Scope of Delivery Mechanical installation Elektrische Installation Commissioning 3.4.1...
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Operation Functions of buttons Task menu Main menu, quick reference / standard parameters Main menu 4.4.1 Start settings 4.4.1.1 Start with start button 4.4.1.2 Start at workpiece zero point 4.4.1.3 Start at torque detection 4.4.2...
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Digital inputs and outputs Technical data of inputs and outputs Terminal connection of inputs and outputs Wiring examples of the inputs and outputs Diagnostics / Troubleshooting Troubleshooting / Error code Contact Service...
It is not allowed to repair the machine by the user. The machine has no parts which can be repaired by the user. The machine has to be send to Taurox e. K. for repair. 1.1.5 Decommissioning and disposing For the decommissioning and the disposal, the environment regulations are valid of the country the user company is placed.
Pay attention to chapter „ Residual dangers “ • Report troubles or other damages immediately to a responsible person or to the company Taurox e. K. • Secure the device against misuse or accidental use. Danger 1.2.2 Information signs and labels...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Danger by mechanical force influence! The machine has a circulating spindle and movable parts. • Depending on application fix additional protection cover. • Secure that in case of unwantedly moving of the spindle no personell hazard can happen.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Technical data 2.1 Electrical specification • Voltage of the rated power supply = 230 V • Power supply tolerance = 207 V … 253 V (-10% … +10%) • Frequency 48-62 Hz •...
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(3.1) is not too large. • Put the screws - Tauro 120 3pcs. DIN912 M6x22 - Taurox 300 / 400 / 900 4 pcs. DIN912 M8x35 with washer (A) through the drilling of the column flange (4.2). •...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 3.3 Elektrische Installation • Connect the motor power connector X161 of the control unit (1) with the motor power cable CU- DU (4 pol) with the motor power connector X162 X361 of the drive unit (3).
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 3.4.3 Tool change 1. Switch the motor switch (2.3) to position OFF. The message „Motor Off“ appears in the display. Warning: The motor switch (2.3) has to be on position OFF because the drive spindle can start running.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 3.4.4 Adjust the counter balance Taurox Tauro 120 300-900 Fig.: 3.14 The retraction force of the drive spindle can be set by the adjustment wheel (3.3). Pull down the drive spindle by the operating lever (3.2).
(2.3) The motor switch is used to lock the spindle (eg: tool change). Attention: Time between engaging and disengaging the motor switch should not be less than 2 - 3 minutes. Otherwise the drive might become damaged. (Tauro120 und Taurox 300 / 400 / 900) Attention...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual (2.4) The rotary knob with button is used to select, to adjust parameters and to confirm the measures and commands. (2.5) The rotary knob LED shows the current function of rotary knob with button (2.4).
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Parameter level The parameter area is used to display set parameters and additional messages. C13 C14 C6 C7 0,2 s 100% 0,3 s 250 N 0,7 s 1256 15 C5 C9 C10 C11 C12 C15 C16 C17...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 4.3 Main menu, quick reference / standard parameters The main menu is divided into several levels. The levels can also be represented by a path in the instructions. The last information can also be a setting.
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Motor settings Rotating direction: right / left Reverse speed: 20 - 1000% Release height: off / on 2,0 - 80,0 mm above workpiece surface Brake depth: off / automatic / manuel 0,0 –...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 4.4 Main menu Start settings Processing types Lubricant settings Motor settings Quality parameters Parameter database System settings and system information Extras 4.4.1 Start settings The start settings can only be set to `„on“. The previous startup setting is set to „off"...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 4.4.2 Processing types The types of processing can only be set to „on“. The previous setting is set to „off“" by selecting a different startup setting to „on“. 4.4.2.1 Threading blind hole Option: You can set chip breaker settings and reversions.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 4.4.3 Lubricant settings 4.4.3.1 Lubricant pulse Option: on / off You can set the time from 0,1 to 3,0 seconds. 4.4.3.2 Air pulse Option: on / off You can set the time from 0,2 to 3,0 seconds.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 4.4.5 Quality parameter 4.4.5.1 Torque window Option: off / on It is possible, if confirmed, to set torque tolerance starting from 0.1 Torque used during processing must not exceed maximum torque in the task menu and the maximum torque, less torque tolerance.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Abort after a faulty workpiece - The last part must be reset by confirming the start button in case of an error after finishing the machining of the part. The machining is blocked after the last thread of the part.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 4.4.6 Parameter database 4.4.6.1 Default parameters Option: load It is possible, if confirmed, to reset the entire parameters to default parameters. (See chapter: "default parameters") During the charging process LED 2.7 of the menu key is off and operation is blocked.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 4.4.7 System settings and system information 4.4.7.1 Measurement unit Option: mm / inch 4.4.7.2 Language Option: german / english / spanish 4.4.7.3 Display brightness (without function) 4.4.7.4 System temperatures (without function) 4.4.7.5 System information...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Messages 5.1 Quality notifications Quality notifications „ Good “ Quality good. Quality good, Quantity Quantity has been achieved. achieved Quality notifications „Abort“ Processing canceled by user using manual start Abort! button or foot switch.
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Quality notifications „ “ Error The infeed of drive spindle was moved in positive Error! direction after setting the zero point. (in direction Gating The torque has slightly dropped during processing.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Digital inputs and outputs 6.1 Technical data of inputs and outputs • Digital inputs 3 pcs: Type of Inputs digital isolator Rated voltage 24 VDC +/- 10% Voltage range 0…30 V Input current approx.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 6.3 Wiring examples of the inputs and outputs • Requirements input: The external start pulse of the thread tapping unit should happen by an external manual button. (Only with feed system for the spindle) Attention: By operating „Stop! User“...
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual X365 orange green • Requirement input and exit (PLC): The thread tapping unit should be integrated in automation by a PLC control. Wire the exit of X367/3 ready and the input X364/3 Start 2 to a PLC – unit.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Diagnostics / Troubleshooting 7.1 Troubleshooting / Error code Display on the screen (2.1) An hardware error occurred. Based on the following list check the error code numbers and proceed as follows.
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Problem / Reason Retification Error code 1308 - Motor temperature - Switch off the machine and let it cool down - Hardware error 1309 - Hardware error - Check the data cable DU between the...
+49 9964 6010141 Phone: +49 9964 6010140 Fax: +49 9964 6010139 E-Mail: service@gewindebearbeitung.de Note! To avoid transport damages send the machine back in the original packaging. Note Transport damages caused of improper packing the company Taurox e. K. is not liable for.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual Servicing Danger: Switch off the machine and cut it from the power supply before doing maintenance work. 8.1 General maintenance work • Keep the machine and the cables free of permanent contamination.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 12 Appendix A2: Minimum lubricant unit lubricant pulse, air pulse, air cleaning pulse Scope of delivery • Minimum lubricant unit (B) • Attachment screw (A) • Air tube with quick fitting coupling (C) Installation •...
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120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual • Set in the main menu/lubricant settings of the operation unit (2) the desired parameters: - Lubricant pulse: Time of lubricant pulse. (delay after start) - Air pulse: Time for the air which takes the forwarded lubricant by the air pulse.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 13 Appendix A3: Spindle feed system Scope of delivery • Air tube with quick fitting coupling • Foot switch • Feed is integrated in the thread tapping unit Installation • Connect the connector (A) of the foot switch with the machine.
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The torque identification can be set in the main menu/start settings/start. If the start torque is exceedet the start depth will be set to 0,0 mm. Disengage operating lever (only for Taurox 300 /400 / 900) Disengage operating lever by dragging Bring operating lever to a vertical position Warning of hand and crush injuries! •...
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 14 Appendix A4: Pneumatic vice Scope of delivery • Air tube with quick fitting coupling or air distribution • Mounting lever with valve and pressure control Installation • Fix the mounting lever (B) with the two screw (A) at the rear side of the machine.
120 - 300 / 400 / 900 user manual 15 Appendix C: Breakage of thread tools This breakage datas are for chipping production of thread tools. The core diameter of a through whole thread tool is higher than a ground whole thread tool.
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