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Renishaw UCC1 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation guide H-1000-5056-09-B UCC1 universal CMM controller...
  • Page 2 Considerable effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this document are free from inaccuracies and omissions. However, Renishaw makes no warranties with respect to the contents of this document and specifi cally disclaims any implied warranties. Renishaw reserves the right to make changes to this document and to the product described herein without obligation to notify any person of such changes.
  • Page 3 UCC1 Universal CMM controller Installation guide...
  • Page 4 Information to user (FCC section 15.21) The user is cautioned that any changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by Renishaw plc or authorised representative could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 5 EC declaration of conformity EC declaration of conformity The UCC1 has been manufactured in conformity with the following standards: BS EN 61326:1998 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use – EMC requirements. Immunity to Annex A - industrial locations.
  • Page 6 Renishaw equipment previously sold. Warranty Renishaw plc warrants its equipment for a limited period (as set out in our Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale) provided that it is installed exactly as defi ned in associated Renishaw documentation.
  • Page 7 References and associated documents References and associated documents It is recommended that the following documentation is referenced to when installing the UCC1. Renishaw documents Documentation supplied on Renishaw UCC software CD. Document number Title H-1000-5057 UCC controller programmer’s guide H-1000-5058 RENICIS user’s guide...
  • Page 8 Safety Safety Electrical requirements The UCC1 is powered from the a.c. mains supply via an IEC 320 connector. The operating voltages of the unit are as follows: 90 - 132 V ac and 180 - 264 V ac 47 - 63 Hz 80 W maximum This equipment must be connected to a protective earth conductor via a three core mains (line) cable.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Version ...........................14 Items supplied ........................15 Description of the UCC1........................16 UCC1 controller, general ......................17 Motherboard ...........................18 TP200 interface ........................19 3.3.1 Differences between the PI 200 and the UCC1 interface ........19 3.3.2 Connectors ......................19 Daughtercards ........................19 Power supply unit ........................20 3.5.1 Input ........................20 3.5.2...
  • Page 10 Optical interface board preparation PCI version .............44 7.2.2 Optical interface board preparation ISA version .............44 Optical interface board installation ..................45 Connecting UCC1 cables to and from CMM ................46 Connecting the UCC1 mains supply ..................46 Installation of daughtercards ....................47 Probe head LED switch setting ....................47 Renishaw license key manager system ...................48...
  • Page 11 10.2 Cable lengths .........................61 10.2.1 UCC1 to CMM measuring scale reading head ............61 10.2.2 UCC1 to CMM servo power amplifi er input .............61 10.2.3 Fibre optic cable link ....................61 10.3 Scale readhead signal speed ....................62 10.4 Electrical power requirements ....................62 10.4.1...
  • Page 12 Contents 10.4.2 Optical interface board ....................62 System interconnections ........................63 11.1 Fixed probe of manual probe head system ................63 11.2 PH10 probe head and 2 wire touch trigger probe system ............64 11.3 PH10 probe head and ‘multiwire’ probe system ..............65 11.4 PH10 probe head, ‘multiwire’ probe system and ACR1 ............66 11.5 PH10 probe head and ‘multiwire’...

  • Page 13: Safety Considerations

    It is the responsibility of the machine manufacturer or installer to ensure that position sensors or limit switches are supplied and fi tted to the appropriate standards. The machine manufacturer or the installer must ensure that all wiring external to UCC1 meets the requirements of the UCC1 installation instructions and the appropriate technical standards including EN60204-1.

  • Page 14: Protection Against Electric Shock

    Emergency stop and emergency switching off systems for the complete machine, if required according to the installer’s or user’s risk assessment, must be implemented externally to the UCC1 and routinely tested. The machine safety system, including emergency stop, limit switches, air pressure switch and touch-trigger probe, should be checked regularly for correct function.

  • Page 15: Scope And Items Supplied

    UCC1 and optical interface board/fi bre-optic cable which connects the UCC1 to the CMM host computer. The pin-outs for the connectors on the cables which connect the UCC1 to the CMM are listed so that the cables can be assembled by the user.

  • Page 16: Installation Software (Renicis)

    Scope and items supplied Installation software (RENICIS) The Renishaw RENICIS program is an optional tool to assist the user to install, commission and maintain a CMM system based on the UCC1 controller. It also has features which assist in the development of a software interface between any existing CMM application program and the UCC1.

  • Page 17: Items Supplied

    Items supplied The part numbers of the UCC1 kits and upgrades are: Kits A-1333-0003 UCC1 with JI interface card kit (allowing touch trigger functionality) A-1333-0006 UCC1 with MCU interface card kit (allowing touch trigger functionality) Upgrades A-1333-0004 for digitising functionality upgrade...

  • Page 18: Description Of The Ucc1

    Description of UCC1 Description of the UCC1 The purpose of this chapter is to provide a general description of the construction of the UCC1 controller and its motherboard, daughterboards and power supply unit. Plug-in daughterboards Additional CMM I/O I/O expansion board...

  • Page 19: Ucc1 Controller, General

    Description of UCC1 UCC1 controller, general The Renishaw UCC1 controller is designed to link a CMM host computer to the hardware of a CMM. The controller can provide services to the component parts of a CMM system. The controller unit contains all the logic circuitry and processor software necessary to: •...

  • Page 20: Motherboard

    UCC1. The operating programme has to be downloaded from the CMM’s host computer over the two-way fi bre-optic serial link. LEDs visible through the front panel of the UCC1 enclosure indicate the operational status of the UCC1. Sub-circuits on the motherboard control the following interfaces through connectors on the rear panel of the enclosure: •...

  • Page 21: Tp200 Interface

    The interface status, normally LEDs on front of the PI 200, are replaced by the command number 428, PIB200, Read Status. This provides some interface status information from the UCC1. • There is no audio ‘beep’ signal generated within the UCC1. If fi tted, the joystick unit beeper can be used for the same function. 3.3.2 Connectors The 9 pin D socket labelled ‘trigger probe‘...

  • Page 22: Power Supply Unit

    3.5.2 Output The UCC1 PSU provides protected low voltage dc supplies of +15 V, +5 V and -15 V for external devices such as scale reading heads, the SP600 probe etc. These supplies share a common 0 V return which is connected within the UCC1 to the protective ground of the AC supply and the UCC1 case.

  • Page 23: Optical Interface Board And Cable

    Fibre optic cable link The UCC1 is connected to the optical interface board, installed in the CMM host computer, by a twin fi bre- optic cable link, part of the Hewlett-Packard Versatile Link family. One of the cables is used to transmit signals from the UCC1 to the optical interface board, installed in the CMM host computer, and the other link transmits signals from the optical interface board back to the UCC1.
  • Page 24 Optical interface board and cable In common with most fi bre-optic cables this is not suited to applications involving continuous fl exing. The cable should be supported where necessary to prevent large amplitude vibration. The cable link must be used within the following manufacturers’ parameters: Absolute maximum ratings: Minimum Maximum...

  • Page 25: Connecting The Ucc1 To A Cmm

    The discussion looks at each major type of CMM connection to the controller and gives comments on the preferred methods and available alternatives. Figure 3 - UCC1 essential installation wiring, page 1 NOTE: This output can be confi gured in several ways to suit the servo power amplifi ers used (refer to...
  • Page 26 Connecting the UCC1 to a CMM...

  • Page 27: The Controller's 24 V Supply

    Connecting the UCC1 to a CMM The controller’s 24 V supply This supply is available at both the servo power amplifi er connector and the machine I/O connector for use by the CMM signalling circuits. It has a relatively low current rating, see chapter 9, and is thus not suitable for heavy loads.

  • Page 28: Amplifi Er Enabling

    Connecting the UCC1 to a CMM Amplifi er enabling The ‘Amplifi er OK’ signal produced by the amplifi er control circuits are an indication to the controller that no amplifi ers are faulty. The controller will fi rst ensure that all its motor command signals are zero and then try to enable the power amplifi...

  • Page 29: Motor Command Signals

    Connecting the UCC1 to a CMM Motor command signals The controller generates complementary motor velocity command signals for each axis. Each is capable of a swing of +/-10 volts and centred on a zero velocity command of 0 volts. A motor command common connection is provided to defi...

  • Page 30: Controller Switch Inputs From The Cmm

    ‘emergency stop’ switch is still activated. Where an electromechanically controlled emergency stop is required, to IEC/EN60204-1 category 0, it must be separately provided and external to the UCC1. The ‘CMM in declutched mode’ input is intended to tell the controller that the driving motors are mechanically disconnected from the machine, and that the machine may be moved by some other means, e.g.

  • Page 31: Connectors And Signals

    The purpose of this chapter is to describe in detail the pin-outs of the connectors mounted at the rear of the controller and to show the relevant circuit diagrams of the input and output circuits. Rear panel connectors The connectors from left to right facing the rear panel of the UCC1 controller enclosure are: Connector From/to...
  • Page 32 If this value of cable resistance (1.5 Ω) is exceeded, the reading heads must be powered from a supply other than that from the UCC1, but the return line of this additional supply must be connected to the 0 V line of the controller.

  • Page 33: Cmm's Reading Head Interface Circuit

    If Error inputs are not used or the read head type is RGH24 tie the +Error input to 0 V and the –Error input to +5 V. COMMS Ch1 connector This connector is used to connect the UCC1 joystick to the emergency stop system. Pin number Function...

  • Page 34: Machine's I/O Connector

    The plug on the cable from the CMM connects with the 37 way miniature (not high density) socket on the rear of the panel of the UCC1 (the fi rst socket from the right on the rear of the panel).
  • Page 35 Connectors and signals Pin number Function Description Figure +24 V dc Provided for use on CMM switches Reserved X brake Reserved for future use Y brake Reserved for future use Z brake Reserved for future use Output 0 General purpose output signal Output 1 General purpose output signal Output 2...
  • Page 36 Connectors and signals Machine’s I/O inputs CMM I/O connector UCC1 +24 V supply Opto coupler CMM’s status switch or device — 24 V return Ratings: Maximum current 2.5 mA Open circuit voltage 24 V Maximum rated current 100 mA Switching values: Max.
  • Page 37 Connectors and signals Machine’s I/O outputs CMM I/O connector UCC1 +24 V supply Load — Typical UCC1 circuit 24 V return Ratings: Absolute maximum current 500 mA (pulsed) Maximum rated current 100 mA Open circuit voltage 24 V Polarity: The transistor will be conducting for the active state of the output.

  • Page 38: Details Of The Machine's I/O Signals

    UCC1 general purpose inputs These six opto-isolated LED inputs (pins 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18) to the UCC1 can be used to send signals from the CMM to the CMM host computer via the UCC1 (See the UCC programmers guide, Renishaw part number H-1000-5057, command number 279).

  • Page 39: The Scr200 Connector

    CMM and probe system, as detected by a switching mechanism. The crash switch should pull the input down to the 24 V return line. If the input is not pulled down the UCC1 will disable all motors, and inform the CMM’s host computer of this state.

  • Page 40: Servo Power Ampilfi Er Connector

    The CMM drive motor servo power amplifi ers connect with this 25 way socket on the rear panel of the UCC1. A 24 V dc supply os also provided by the UCC1 through this connector to energise the CMM status switch.
  • Page 41 The UCC1 provides a NPN transistor to switch a CMM load from the +24 V line (pin 1). The transistor collector is available at pin 2 to be connected to the load and the emitter is connected to the +24 V return line (pin 25).
  • Page 42 CMM- Figure 14 - Amplifi er control output The UCC1 provides an optically isolated NPN transistor to switch on and off the current passing through a load. This signal is intended to be used to enable all power amplifi ers.

  • Page 43: Trigger Probe Connector

    Figure 15 - High current amplifi er control output Trigger probe connector This socket is intended for use with any of the range of Renishaw touch-trigger probes, including the TP200. The connector is a 9 pin miniature D socket, pinout as follows:...

  • Page 44: Analogue Probe Connector

    The plug on the cable from the analogue probe connects with the 15-way high-density ‘D’ socket on the rear panel of the UCC1. This socket is intended for use with the Renishaw TP2, TP20, TP200, TP6 and SP600 probes. Connection of a different probe type to this input may cause a malfunction. For further information, refer to the appropriate probe installation manual.

  • Page 45: Installation Of The Ucc1 Components

    NOTE: The UCC1 electronics 0 Volt rail is connected to the overall ground plane at a star point within the UCC1 and also to the protective ground of the AC supply.

  • Page 46: 7.1.1 Preparations

    Ensure that all mains power has been removed from the CMM, CMM’s host computer, CMM’s servo power amplifi ers and CMM’s axis drive motors etc. Ensure that the CMM and the UCC1 are in their fi nal positions and that all connecting cables are of the required length.

  • Page 47: Optical Interface Board Installation

    When installing the optical interface board refer to the user/technical manual supplied with the CMM host computer. CAUTION: The UCC1, optical interface board and CMM’s host computer circuit boards contain static sensitive components and the boards must be handled using a wrist anti-static strap with appropriate precautions.

  • Page 48: Connecting Ucc1 Cables To And From Cmm

    Remove the silicon rubber plugs which protect the optical inputs on the optical interface board and on the rear panel of the UCC1. Retain the plugs for future use if the fi bre optic cable is unplugged. Unpack the fi bre-optic cable and insert one end in the twin socket connector on the rear panel of the optical interface board.

  • Page 49: Installation Of Daughtercards

    Probe head LED switch setting If a fi xed ‘multiwire’ probe head such as a PH6M is connected to the UCC1, its LED will not operate unless SW2 on the motherboard is moved to the ON position. See ‘Probe head LED operation’ in chapter 9, Troubleshooting for information on its location and setting.

  • Page 50: Renishaw License Key Manager System

    Using the Renishaw license key manager When the UCC1 is received from Renishaw it will be confi gured in the touch trigger state. If only the touch trigger system was purchased then no further action is required. If however additional functionality was...

  • Page 51: Ordering Extra Functionality / Upgrading

    A valid order number for the required upgrade. To read the controller ID it is necessary that connection is made between the UCC1 and the PC via the PC plug-in optical link card and optical cable. No other connection to the UCC1 other than power is required at this stage.

  • Page 52: Repairing Upgraded Systems

    Error reporting If a command is sent to the UCC1 requiring functionality that is not enabled in the UCC1 unit then the UCC1 informs the front end that the command has failed and gives the ‘Illegal Command’ response. This will then be handled by the front end application.

  • Page 53: Ucc1 Troubleshooting

    The purpose of this chapter is to provide assistance in diagnosing and rectifying system faults. Front panel LED displays To aid troubleshooting of the UCC1 system, fi ve status LEDs fi tted to the UCC1 motherboard are visible through the front panel of the UCC1.

  • Page 54: Servo Active Led

    Probe head LED confi guration If a fi xed ‘multiwire’ probe head such as a PH6M is connected to the UCC1, its LED will not operate unless SW2 on the motherboard is moved to the ON position. See fi gure 20 below for its position.

  • Page 55: Fault Fi Nding

    Figure 20 - Switch SW2 location on the motherboard, shown in the OFF position The fi gure shows the rear left corner of the motherboard, viewed from the front of the UCC1 with the top cover removed. SW2 includes both switches, marked ‘1’ and ‘2’ above, and both must be moved to the required ON or OFF position.
  • Page 56 UCC1 troubleshooting Possible causes (or reported causes) Any of the “fatal faults” (refer to section 8.3.1) will cause this, in addition the following will disengage the servo motors. • A reported failure from a servo power amplifi er (amplifi er feedback signal).

  • Page 57: Poor Positioning Accuracy

    If the CMM has never been set up for optimum servo performance, or has been modifi ed or repaired since this was originally done, this process should be carried out. See the UCC servo tuning guide (Renishaw part number H-1000- 5227) and also the section on servo fi lters in the UCC programmer’s guide...

  • Page 58: Controller Will Not Respond To Host Pc

    PC to the controller. If the system is fully commissioned and is being controlled by proven user front-end software consult the Renishaw support services. If the front-end software is not fully proven in service the faulty command must be found. RENICIS may assist by logging all optical link data in both directions while the fault conditions are reconstructed.

  • Page 59: Motor Stalling

    UCC1 troubleshooting 9.3.5 Motor stalling Symptoms The machine stops unexpectedly. The event should be reported as a fault by the user’s program and may be identifi ed as a stall on a specifi ed axis. (The condition is reported to the user program by the controller’s setting of one of the three ‘axis overdriven‘...

  • Page 60: Scale Reading ('Grating') Failures

    UCC1 troubleshooting 9.3.7 Scale reading (‘grating’) failures Symptoms The machine will stop and disengage the servo drives. The event should be reported by the user program as a ‘scale reading fault’ or similar wording. (The condition is reported to the user program by the controller’s setting of the ‘scale reading failure’...

  • Page 61: Cannot Start A Move

    All inner limit switches must be closed and the machine must be inside all soft limits, if these are enabled. limit switch operation can be over-ridden by use of command number 311. • The analogue probe signal converter within the UCC1 reports an error. To resolve this problem the system must be rebooted.

  • Page 62: 9.3.10 Cannot Start A Scan

    UCC1 troubleshooting 9.3.10 Cannot start a scan Symptom When a scan command is sent to the controller it does not begin the search for the part surface. If this process does not start it returns either the ‘cannot start move’ or the ‘ illegal parameter’ status fl ag with the normal ‘action complete’...

  • Page 63: Specifi Cations

    Physical specifi cation UCC1 The UCC1 controller is housed inside a 3U high enclosure which can be mounted in a 19 inch rack or alternatively it can be used as a desktop unit. A rack mounting kit is available as an optional extra.

  • Page 64: Scale Readhead Signal Speed

    Electrical power requirements 10.4.1 Controller output supplies The UCC1 produces a +24 V current limited supply with a maximum output current of 1 A. This supply is available for use within the CMM system to supply status switches, etc. The UCC1 also provides protected supplies for other external devices such as scale read heads, the probe, the optical interface board, etc.

  • Page 65: System Interconnections

    System interconnections System interconnections The UCC1 provides a simpler means of interconnecting many of the sub-systems (e.g. a probe head) in a measuring system. The purpose of this chapter is to illustrate some system confi gurations. 11.1 Fixed probe of manual probe head system Figure 21 shows the interconnections needed for a measurement system using any of the 2 wire touch- trigger probes.

  • Page 66: Ph10 Probe Head And 2 Wire Touch Trigger Probe System

    An optional stylus change rack type SCR200 can also be fi tted as shown, with the addition of only one cable. The control of the probe head requires the addition of a PHC1050 daughter board to the UCC1. This card will also support a hand control unit, type HCU1, as shown.

  • Page 67: Ph10 Probe Head And 'Multiwire' Probe System

    System interconnections 11.3 PH10 probe head and ‘multiwire’ probe system Figure 23 shows the interconnections needed for a measurement system using the Renishaw PH10M probe head and the SP600 analogue probe. Fibre optic cable PHC1050 interface board HCU1 PH10 probe...

  • Page 68: Ph10 Probe Head, 'Multiwire' Probe System And Acr1

    11.4 PH10 probe head, ‘multiwire’ probe system and ACR1 Figure 24 shows the interconnections needed for a measurement system using the Renishaw PH10 probe head and the ACR1 autochange system. Further details are given in the UCC daughter card installation guide (Renishaw part number H-1000-5220).

  • Page 69: Ph10 Probe Head And 'Multiwire' Probe System Using External Phc10-2

    PH10 probe head and ‘multiwire’ probe system using external PHC10-2 Figure 25 shows the interconnections needed for a measurement system using the Renishaw PH10 probe head with an external PHC10-2 controller. Further details are given in the UCC daughter card installation guide (Renishaw part number H-1000-5220).

  • Page 70: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance WARNING: Maintenance should only be carried out after the machine has been isolated from the electrical supply, compressed air supply , or other energy sources in accordance with the machine manufacturer’s instructions. Periodically check the security of mounting screws and electrical connectors. Periodical electrical safety checks should include inspection of the mains cable for damage and safe connections.

  • Page 71: Testing And Verifi Cation

    Testing and verifi cation Testing and verifi cation The manufacturer of the fi nished machine, or the installer of the UCC1, is responsible for ensuring that the following testing and verifi cation, to the appropriate standards, is performed as a minimum on the complete installation.

  • Page 72: Index

    Index Index 24 volt supply, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 45 Multiwire, 31, 36 absolute datum, 43 offset, 38 Air pressure, 19, 20, 37 optical interface board, 3, 9, 16, 28, 29, 30, 44, 45 Amp control, 13 optical Interface board, 3, 4, 29, 45, 53 amplifi...

  • Page 73: Revision History

    The TP200 probe interface, previously called the PIB200 daughter-board, has been incorporated in the UCC1 motherboard. Chapter 9 added. Some connector changes have resulted (chapter 5). The scale reading head connectors were D sockets, now high density D sockets (chapter 5).

  • Page 74: What's New In Release 05

    New notes and warnings added. Section 12 ‘Testing and verifi cation’ added. Document approvals section removed. New chapter added, ‘Renishaw licence key manager system’ What’s new in release 08 Update to Renishaw licence key manager system. Handbook title cross reference changes.
  • Page 75 Renishaw plc +44 (0)1453 524524 +44 (0)1453 524901 New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge, uk@renishaw.com Gloucestershire, GL12 8JR United Kingdom www.renishaw.com Renishaw worldwide Australia India Spain +61 3 9521 0922 +91 80 25320 144 +34 93 663 3420 australia@renishaw.com india@renishaw.com spain@renishaw.com Austria Israel...

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