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Roland MODELA Pro ZCL-650A User Manual

Roland MODELA Pro ZCL-650A User Manual

Rotary axis unit for mdx-650/650a
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ZCL-650A
Rotary Axis Unit for MDX-650/650A
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ZCL-650
USER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 If you find any misprint or error, please inform us. • Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product, regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Front and Back Surfaces ..17 5-2. How to Adjust the Center-Z Offset....18 5-3. How to Adjust the Center-Y Offset ....20 Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Copyright © 2001 Roland DG Corporation http://www.rolanddg.com/...

  • Page 4: To Ensure Safe Use

    Immediately switch off the power, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet, and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or service center. Fasten the spindle, tool, and material Do not insert the fingers between the securely in place.
  • Page 5 Do not allow liquids, metal objects or flammables inside the machine. Such materials can cause fire. In addition to the symbols, the symbols shown below are also used. NOTICE : Indicates information to prevent machine breakdown or malfunction and ensure correct use. : Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use.

  • Page 6: Part 1 Features

    Part Features This is a rotary axis unit exclusively for the MDX-650A/650. By adding an axis of rotation (A axis) to the three X, Y, and Z axes, it makes it simple to achieve multiple-surface cutting. Until now, double-sided cutting required precise positioning of the front and back surfaces, but using the this unit lets you carry out troublesome operations such as changing the front and back surfaces with ease.

  • Page 7: Part 2 Setting Up

    Part Setting Up 2-1. Included Items Rotary axis unit Cable clamp Hexagonal wrenches Y-center detection pin 6 mm:1 3 mm:1 (diameter 6 mm) Washers: 4 Screws: 4 Cap screws: 4 (for securing the cable clamp and (for securing the rotary axis unit) (for securing the rotary axis unit) for the slider retainer) Spacers: 4...

  • Page 8: Names Of Parts

    Part 2 Setting Up 2-2. Names of Parts Clamp marks Workpiece retainer Cable Cable clamp attachment Set screws Rotation-axis center Attachment base sensor Attachment base Support side Drive side Workpiece mounting surface Slider Slider...

  • Page 9: Installing The Rotary Axis Unit

    Part 2 Setting Up 2-3. Installing the Rotary Axis Unit NOTICE Before installing, be sure to switch off the main unit and unplug the power cord. Attempting to connect or discon- nect cables while the power is on may result in breakdown. Turn on the power to the main unit.
  • Page 10 Part 2 Setting Up Detach the slider retainer you attached earlier. Use two screws to attach the cable clamp and secure the cable in place. Position the cable clamp so that it is be- tween the white clamp marks. Cable Clamp mark Screw Cable clamp...

  • Page 11: Using The Operation Panel

    Part Using the Operation Panel When you install the rotary axis unit, the following keys operations and display menus are added. This section describes the added functions. For information about the basic operation of the operation panel, refer to the manuals of the main unit. 3-1.

  • Page 12: Setting The A-Axis Origin Point

    Part 3 Using the Operation Panel 3-2. Setting the A-axis Origin Point The rotary axis unit has a coordinate range of three rotations from the origin point for machine coordinates. You can set the origin point for workpiece coordinates within this coordinate range. Change the display to coordinate view.
  • Page 13 Part 3 Using the Operation Panel Install the included Y-center detection pin on the spindle unit with an amount of extension of about 20 mm (about 1 in.). Move the tip of the Y-center detection pin to a position about 2 to 3 mm (about 1/8 in.) above the rotation-axis center sensor.

  • Page 14: Z-Axis Center Alignment

    Part 3 Using the Operation Panel Z-axis Center Alignment Be sure to carry out this operation every time you change the tool. Remove the sensor cover. Rotation-axis Install the tool to use for actual cutting on the spindle. center sensor Move the tip of the tool to a position about 2 to 3 mm (about 1/8 in.) above the rotation-axis center sensor.

  • Page 15: Added Display Menus

    Part 3 Using the Operation Panel 3-4. Added Display Menus This section describes the MDX-650A/650’s menus that are added when the rotary axis unit is installed. Menu Flowchart Main Menu (Both RML-1 and NC-Code) [ENTER] [ENTER] >12 ROTARY CONTROL 12>1 ROTATE 12-1 ROTATE [EXIT] 2 Z CENTER MODE...

  • Page 16: Descriptions Of The Menus

    Part 3 Using the Operation Panel Descriptions of the Menus 12-1 ROTATE Stored in memory : No Setting range : 0 to 360 degrees Steps : 15 This references the user origin point (workpiece origin point) and rotates the A axis by the selected angle.

  • Page 17: Loading Material

    Part Loading Material 4-1. The Cutting Area Maximum Cutting Area (When ZS-650T Is Installed) Max. 385 Max. 410 Unit: mm Important Points About the Cutting Area The range that can actually be cut is limited by the following factors, which make it narrower than the range described above. •...

  • Page 18: Loading Material

    Part 4 Loading Material 4-2. Loading Material Use the included hexagonal wrench (6 mm) to loosen the support-side retaining screws, then move the support side to match the size of the workpiece. Securely tighten the support-side retaining screws. Set screw Use the included hexagonal wrench (3 mm) to loosen the set screws for the workpiece retainer attachment on the drive and support sides, then insert the workpiece.

  • Page 19: Offset Adjustment For The Y-Axis And Z-Axis Origin Points

    Part Offset Adjustment for the Y-axis and Z-axis Origin Points 5-1. When Offset Adjustment Is Required The Y-axis and Z-axis origin points are generally set at the center of rotation for the A-axis. The rotary axis unit is provided with a rotation-axis center sensor for setting these origin points.

  • Page 20: How To Adjust The Center-Z Offset

    Part 5 Offset Adjustment for the Y-axis and Z-axis Origin Points 5-2. How to Adjust the Center-Z Offset To adjust the offset, you perform actual cutting of material and evaluate the amount of misalignment. There are no special rules about the particular cutting you should use. This section explains a simple method that lets you perform cutting without using any software.
  • Page 21 Part 5 Offset Adjustment for the Y-axis and Z-axis Origin Points 12-1 ROTATE Press the [EXIT] key. Use the dial to select [12 ROTARY CON- 180 deg TROL], then press the [ENTER] key. In the same way, go to the [12-1 ROTATE] menu, then use the dial to make the setting for [180 deg].

  • Page 22: How To Adjust The Center-Y Offset

    Part 5 Offset Adjustment for the Y-axis and Z-axis Origin Points 5-3. How to Adjust the Center-Y Offset To adjust the offset, you perform actual cutting of material and evaluate the amount of misalignment. There are no special rules about the particular cutting you should use. This section explains a simple method that lets you perform cutting without using any software.
  • Page 23 Part 5 Offset Adjustment for the Y-axis and Z-axis Origin Points Press the [EXIT] key. Use the dial to select [12 ROTARY CON- 12-1 ROTATE 180 deg TROL], then press the [ENTER] key. In the same way, go to the [12-1 ROTATE] menu, then use the dial to make the setting for [180 deg].

  • Page 24: Cutting Using Modela Player Ver. 3

    Part Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 MODELA Player ver. 3 has added features for A-axis control and multiple-surface cutting. These make it easy to perform two- and four- surface cutting. This section describes the special features for the rotary axis unit. Two-surface Cutting 1st surface (0 degrees)

  • Page 25: Settings For The Rotary Axis Unit

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 6-1. Settings For the Rotary Axis Unit In MODELA Player ver. 3, go to the [Options] menu and click [Machines]. The [Model Selection] dialog box appears. Select [MDX-650 Rotary (RML-1)], then click [OK]. Set the command set for the MDX-650A/650 to "RML-1."...

  • Page 26: The Tool Movement Range

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 6-2. The Tool Movement Range for MODELA Player ver. 3 Set the cutting area so that the tool does not contact the rotary axis unit or the like. Pieces of the tool or workpiece may fly off, resulting in injury.

  • Page 27: Getting Ready For Cutting

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 6-3. Getting Ready for Cutting Before you start cutting, give thought to the following matters. Method of Object Support The method of support for an object depends on its shape, but examples may include the following methods. For four-surface cutting, two-point support is used (Figure 1).

  • Page 28: Cutting Parameters

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 Cutting Parameters If the object is thin, it may flex or rattle under the resistance caused by cutting. In the worst case, the object may even bend or break. In such cases, change the preset cutting parameters for MODELA Player ver. 3. Go to the [Options] menu and click [Custom Parameters] to display the [Customize Parameters] dialog box, then add a new material.

  • Page 29: Actual Four-Surface Cutting

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 6-4. Actual Four-surface Cutting This section describes some points you should give attention to when performing four-surface cutting. Effects of Errors in Cutting Accuracy on Finished Results In four-surface cutting, slight errors in cutting accuracy can affect the finished results. Even errors that have nearly no effect in two- surface cutting may produce complicated differences in height, wavy cutting marks, or otherwise detract from attractive finished results for cut surfaces in the case of four-surface cutting.

  • Page 30: A Cutting Method Taking Error In Accuracy Into Account

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 A Cutting Method Taking Error in Accuracy into Account MODELA Player ver. 3 has a feature that can help reduce these effects on finished results. The following method avoids damage to finished surfaces. 3rd surface (90˚) The cutting from the 3rd surface...

  • Page 31: A Method For Reducing Errors

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 A Method for Reducing Errors in Cutting Accuracy Misalignment of the Y-axis and Z-axis origin points van affect finished results. Refer to "Part 5 Offset Adjustment for the Y-axis and Z-axis Origin Points" and carry out adjustments. Displacement of the Z-axis origin point in the positive direction can have a large effect on the finished results.

  • Page 32: Operation Of Modela Player Ver. 3

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 6-5. Operation of MODELA Player ver. 3 Step 1. Setting the Origin Point First make sure that [Y CENTER MODE] has been executed (or, make sure that [RESET Y POS] has already been executed). Also executed [Z CENTER MODE] for the tool to use for cutting.
  • Page 33 Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 At the [Set the maximum cutting depth] screen, for [Ro- tary Option], click [0] and make the setting for [Depth]. Next, click [180], for example, and set the depth for the second surface. Continue in this way to set the depth for all of the respective cutting surfaces.

  • Page 34: Step 3. Use The [Settings For Multiple-Surface Cutting] Wizard

    Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 Step 3. Use the [Settings for Multiple-surface Cutting] Wizard Using this wizard, you first select either two surfaces or four surfaces, then proceed with cutting in the sequence of 1) surfacing, 2) draft cutting, and 3) finishing.
  • Page 35 Part 6 Cutting Using MODELA Player ver. 3 Wizard Operation (2) - Draft Cutting Process Follow the steps in "Setting the Cutting Parameters" in the previous section to make the settings for MODELA Player ver. 3. (Do this, for example, when you want to use different tools for surfacing and draft cutting.

  • Page 36: Part 7 Appendix

    Part Appendix 7-1. Maintenance Cleaning the Unit Wipe the rotary axis unit with a dry cloth. Cleaning After Use After you have finished operations, use a vacuum cleaner to clean away any buildup of cuttings. If you're using the optional safety cover, perform cleaning especially diligently.

  • Page 37: Specifications

    Part 7 Appendix 7-3. Specifications Specifications ZCL-650A/650 Supported workpieces Resins such as chemical wood and modeling wax (metal not supported) Maximum loadable workpiece Items within range of diameter 200 mm x width 410 mm (diameter 7-7/8 in. x width 16-1/8 in.) size Clamping method Set-screw type (maximum clampable thickness of 50 mm (2 in.))
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