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- Page 1 Installation guide M-6725-9016-01-A FORTiS-S enclosed encoder system ™ Functional Safety installation guide and safety manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
BiSS C serial communications 7 Summary of EU declaration of conformity 15.4 Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ serial communications 8 Overview of the FORTiS-S FS encoder system 15.4.1 Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ interface 9 Parts list Included in the box Not included / required tools Optional extras 9.3.1... -
Page 3: Legal Notices
Other brand, product or company names are trade marks of their respective owners. 1.3 Patents The FORTiS-S FS encoder system is suitable for use in a Category 3 performance level d (PLd) application in compliance with ISO 13849‑1 and in a safety integrity level 2 (SIL2) application in Features of Renishaw’s encoder systems and similar products are the subjects of the following patents compliance with IEC 61508‑1 and IEC 61800‑5‑2 when installed and operated in accordance with the... -
Page 4: Packaging
(SVHCs) is available at 1.12 WEEE recycling guidelines The use of this symbol on Renishaw products and/or accompanying documentation indicates that the product should not be mixed with general household waste upon disposal. It is the responsibility of the end user to dispose of this product at a designated collection point for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) to enable reuse or recycling. -
Page 5: Definitions
The ESD Susceptibility Symbol consists of a triangle, a reaching hand, and a slash through the reaching hand. The triangle means The FORTiS-S FS encoder system is designed to be used as part of a safety-related control system ‘Caution’ and the slash through the reaching hand means ‘Don’t as specified by the system manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the system manufacturer to set the... -
Page 6: Functional Safety Data Declaration
20 years 1.70E-07 Not applicable due to continuous demand mode The FORTiS-S FS encoder system provides safe position data that supports the following safety sub‑functions defined by IEC 61800‑5‑2: PFH (per hour) – BiSS Safety protocol 1.25E-07 Safe stop 1 (SS1) and Safe stop 2 (SS2) PFH (per hour) –... -
Page 7: Safety Function
To achieve full system integrity the evaluation unit must continuously monitor the error condition of the FORTiS-S FS encoder system, and in the case of fault detection place the system into a safe state The following restrictions apply to this claim: within the process safety time. -
Page 8: Certification
(recast) and self‑certification of functional safety activities up to SIL3/PLd. The product complies with the following technical standards: Renishaw plc declares that the products listed by this installation guide meet the requirements of: EN 12100:2010 Safety of machinery – General principles for design –... -
Page 9: Overview Of The Fortis-S Fs Encoder System
This system is an enclosed linear optical encoder designed for use in harsh industrial environments where high-precision feedback and metrology are required. Based upon Renishaw’s award-winning absolute technology, the rugged non-contact design has no internal moving parts, such as bearings or wheeled readhead carriages, thus improving the overall reliability. -
Page 10: Parts List
9.1 Included in the box 9.2 Not included / required tools Item Description Item Description FORTiS-S FS The FORTiS-S FS enclosed 5 mm torque To tighten extrusion and encoder unit encoder system wrench readhead mounting screws Air bung removal (only if air 1.5 mm hex key... -
Page 11: Optional Extras
8 core (3 × twisted pair + 2 power sense), Extension cable single screen, green jacket type C Unterminated lengths available up to 100 m 9.4.1 FORTiS-S FS connector All encoder cables include a custom FORTiS-S FS connector that connects to the readhead. The connector is covered with a protective cap with an integrated clip;... -
Page 12: Storage And Handling
10 Storage and handling IMPORTANT: Handle very carefully to avoid damage to the location faces when unpacking and installing. Storage temperature Operating temperature 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) to IEC 60068‑2‑78 −20 ºC to +70 ºC 0 ºC to +50 ºC Handling instructions Original instructions... -
Page 13: Installation Drawings
11 Installation drawings 11.3 Mounting orientations 11.1 Mounting surface preparation Dimensions and tolerances in mm To ensure correct operation, the mounting surface should be prepared as follows: Alignment pin • surface flatness requirement of 0.05 mm/m • surface should be free of paint and burrs ISO 7092-6 •... -
Page 14: Fortis-S Fs System Installation Drawings
11.4 FORTiS-S FS system installation drawings Dimensions and tolerances in mm ML + 123 ML + 96 0.1 CZ ‘A’ alignment H2 H3 ∅6.8 hole 100 typ (optional) thru typ 59.8 2 ±0.1 23.2 FORTiS-S™ FORTiS-S™ (Either end) 73QR91 73QR91 Cable connection (either end) 2 ×... -
Page 15: Mounting Holes Positions Table
11.5 Mounting holes positions table Recommended Non-preferred thermal Flexure holes, H datum * thermal datum every 100 mm First Missing Last QTY of Measuring Overall Static hole Static hole Static hole flexure flexure flexure flexure length length hole hole hole holes (shown) 1063 1036 1040... -
Page 16: Product Specification
Air supply pressure = 1 bar at encoder At correct supply pressure the supplied air connection fitting restricts the air flow rate to 2 l/min Air quality: see section 14.8 on page 24 for details Weight 0.27 kg + 2.0 kg/m IMPORTANT: Specifications are subject to the correct installation procedures as set out in this installation guide. If in doubt, contact your local Renishaw representative. Original instructions... -
Page 17: Installation Procedure - Extrusion
13 Installation procedure – extrusion 13.1 Protection for sealed linear encoders IP53 requires installation with sealing lips positioned away from splash water in accordance with EN 60529/IEC 60529. For ingress protection to IP64, please see section 14.8 on page 13.2 Fitment – general Please note that fitment of the extrusion is independent of readhead mounting. For illustrative purposes dowel pins are displayed, but the procedure for a datum edge is identical. -
Page 18: Installation Procedure - Readhead
The start of the measuring length (ML) is indicated by the triangular marking on the extrusion; a corresponding arrow on the readhead should be aligned to this arrow to ensure the readhead is within the encoder measuring length. 14.2 Start of measuring length Dimensions and tolerances in mm FORTiS-S FORTiS-S FORTiS-S 73QR91 73QR91 73QR91 19.5 ±1... -
Page 19: Installation Using The Alignment Bracket Method
14.3.1 Installation using the alignment bracket method Machine slideway mounting holes Set the alignment brackets to position 2. Slide the readhead to align the readhead mounting holes to the machine slideway mounting holes. 8 Nm Secure the readhead using 2 × M6 screws; tighten screws to a torque of Pull alignment bracket lever upwards into position 3 to open the alignment 8 Nm. -
Page 20: Set-Up Shim Method
14.4 Set-up shim method 14.4.1 Front setting shim procedure When using this method, remove the alignment brackets (see section 14.3.1 on page 17) just prior to installation. Where access to the readhead from either side is restricted in the installation position, a setting shim can be used instead of the alignment brackets to ensure correct positioning of the readhead relative to the extrusion. -
Page 21: Side Setting Shim Procedure
14.4.2 Side setting shim procedure Snap shim to detach the two end section parts as shown above. Place a section of the separated shim parts at either side of the readhead. Whilst maintaining light pressure on the readhead, secure the readhead with 2 ×... -
Page 22: Installation Using The Mounting Aid Method
14.5 Installation using the mounting 4 mm aid method Remove alignment brackets prior to installation using the mounting aid. When mounting a readhead to a machine slideway via an unconstrained bracket, an installation mounting aid can be used to accurately position, secure and fit the bracket to the slideway. The mounting aid clamps securely to the extrusion, allowing any machine slideway to be adjusted and... - Page 23 Align the readhead bracket with mounting aid and secure using screws and Align the axis slideway with the readhead bracket and secure using M6 nuts. screws. 8 Nm Remove screws and nuts from mounting aid, unlock and remove from Align readhead with the readhead mounting bracket and secure with M6 extrusion.
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Page 24: Fortis-S Fs Cable Connection
14.6 FORTiS-S FS cable connection To assist with cable management the FORTiS-S FS system has two cable entry ports, allowing the cable to be inserted into either side of the readhead. NOTE – STEP 4 Once the connector is engaged as shown, apply a further torque by hand on the knurled nut ‘A’... -
Page 25: Validating An Installation
14.7 Validating an installation To validate the encoder installation the set‑up LED provides instant verification of the encoder’s signal strength and therefore its accurate alignment and installation. The encoder requires power to enable the set-up LED; this can be via an appropriate cable plugged into the machine’s controller. See section 15 on page 25 for encoder power supply requirements. -
Page 26: Air Filtration
14.8 Air filtration FORTiS-S FS system encoders can be operated with an additional compressed air supply to increase Removal of the air supply bung and fitment of the air connection fitting into either the readhead (1) the level of ingress protection from IP53 to IP64. If using air purge the air supply must meet pressure and or extrusion end cap (2). Finger tighten (0.3 Nm maximum). cleanliness criteria as shown in the table below at the supply input of the encoder. -
Page 27: Cables And Protocols
15.2 Permissible cable lengths Type C extension cables The tables opposite show permissible cable and extension cable combinations for the FORTiS-S FS range Max. extension cable length (m) of enclosed linear encoders. For longer extension cable lengths a shorter readhead cable is required. This information is valid for all communication protocols and connector types. -
Page 28: Biss C Serial Communications
Serial cable cable* communications SLO+ Grey SLO− Pink * For maximum extension cable length please consult your local Renishaw representative. Shield Shield Cable braid Case IM PORTANT: The shield should be connected to the machine Earth (Field Ground). IMPORTANT: If the flying lead variant is used or the connector is modified or replaced, the customer must ensure that both 0 V cores (White and Green) are connected to 0 V. In such situations, care should also be taken to ensure that 0 V and Earth remain properly insulated from each other throughout the cable run. -
Page 29: Siemens Drive-Cliq Serial Communications
M12 × 1.0* (Refer to Siemens DRIVE‑CLiQ specifications for maximum cable length from interface to controller) Extension cables from the FORTiS-S FS DRIVE-CLiQ interface to controller should be sourced directly from Siemens * The recommended tightening torque is 4 Nm. Connector M12 – 4 Nm... -
Page 30: Siemens Drive-Cliq Interface
15.4.1 Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ interface RDY LED functions Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ interface installation drawing Single readhead (A-9796-0575) Colour Status Description Power supply is missing or outside permissible tolerance range Dimensions in mm Continuous light The component is ready for operation and cyclic DRIVE-CLiQ Green communication is taking place 2 mounting holes Ø5.5 through... - Page 31 +44 (0) 1453 524524 +44 (0) 1453 524901 New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge uk@renishaw.com Gloucestershire, GL12 8JR United Kingdom www.renishaw.com For worldwide contact details, visit www.renishaw.com/contact *M-6725-9016-01* Renishaw plc. Registered in England and Wales. Company no: 1106260. Part no.: M-6725-9016-01-A Registered office: New Mills, Wotton‑under‑Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 8JR, UK. Issued: 03.2021...
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