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The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by ABB. ABB assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual. Except as may be expressly stated anywhere in this manual, nothing herein shall be construed as any kind of guarantee or warranty by ABB for losses, damages to persons or property, fitness for a specific purpose or the like.
3.4.2 Orienting and securing the manipulator ............3.4.3 Securing the controller ................3.4.4 Mounting of secondary shield on IRBP-K ............. 3.4.5 Dimensions of the tailstock IRBP L-5000 ............. Safety options positioning ................... 3.5.1 Safe positioning of the control equipment ............
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When to calibrate ..................... Calibration marks ....................Updating revolution counters ................Manual setting of the calibration values ..............Recalibrating the axes ..................Calibration of the station interchange unit for positioner IRBP ........Multi-arc calibration (not IRBP C) ................. 8.7.1 Introduction .................... 8.7.2 Calibrating the multi-arc system ..............
ABB and have the required knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation/repair/maintenance work. Product manual scope The manual covers covers all variants and designs of the IRBP. Some variants and designs may have been removed from the business offer and are no longer available for purchase.
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Revision Description First edition The following new sections added: • Securing the manipulator IRBP L using fixture laser on page 94 • Example of fixture laser aligning on page 95 Continues on next page Product manual - IRBP /D2009 3HAC037731-001 Revision: T...
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SEROP -POF-110000 & CNAUS -POF- 510000. • Minor corrections. • Changed designations for IRBP R. 250 to 300, 500 to 600 and 750 to 1000. Continues on next page Product manual - IRBP /D2009 3HAC037731-001 Revision: T...
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• Updated list of applicable standards. • Added information regarding removal/refitting of plates and protection plugs for access to lifting eye holes on the IRBP R frame. Published in release R18.1. This revision includes the following additions and/or changes: •...
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External control units on page Published in release 19D. The following updates are made in this revision: • Added information about load data identification for IRBP C, see Identification of load data for positioners IRBP on page 289. Published in release 20A. The following updates are made in this revision: •...
Product documentation Categories for user documentation from ABB Robotics The user documentation from ABB Robotics is divided into a number of categories. This listing is based on the type of information in the documents, regardless of whether the products are standard or optional.
The installation and/or use of non-original spare parts and equipment can negatively affect the safety, function, performance, and structural properties of the robot. ABB is not liable for damages caused by the use of non-original spare parts and equipment.
The manipulator can move unexpectedly at any time. DANGER Troubleshooting on the controller while powered on must be performed by personnel trained by ABB or by ABB field engineers. A risk assessment must be done to address both robot and robot system specific hazards.
2 System description 2.1 System overview 2 System description 2.1 System overview IRBP function package The IRBP function package consists of the following units: • Positioner(s) with one or two operator stations • Robot(s) with process equipment for e.g. arc welding •...
Positioner A positioner is used to position work pieces optimally for welding joints and robots. The IRBP positioner is equipped with maintenance-free AC motors with electro-magnetic brakes. The letter in the positioner name indicates the positioner type and the number indicates its maximum handling capacity in Kg.
Single Cabinet Controller/Dual Cabinet Controller The Single Cabinet Controller/Dual Cabinet Controller (Drive Module DM1) contains control equipment (axis selector unit) for IRBP positioners. It is installed on a pivot frame in the Single Cabinet Controller/Dual Cabinet Controller (Drive module). In the Dual Controller, the Drive Module (DM1) and Control Module (CM) are jointly connected to incoming power supply.
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• System Info • etc. This is further described in section The ABB Menu in Operating manual - IRC5 with FlexPendant. Operator window The operator window displays messages from robot programs. This usually happens when the program needs some kind of operator response in order to continue.
Safety on page 17 before performing any installation work. Note If the IRBP is connected to power, always make sure that the robot is connected to protective earth and a residual current device (RCD) before starting any installation work. For more information see: •...
Note Lifting eyes (standard as well as with swivel) are not delivered with the IRBP. Use lifting eyes and/or swiveled lifting eyes in the proper positions as described in the lifting instructions for each IRBP. Always use lifting eyes with the correct lifting capacity according to the part being lifted.
If the IRBP system is not installed directly, it must be stored. Before taking the IRBP system to its installation site, make sure the foundation con- forms to the requirements. Before moving the IRBP system, please observe and read the sections regarding lifting of the IRBP system.
Note Lifting eyes (standard as well as with swivel) are not delivered with the IRBP. Use lifting eyes and/or lifting eyes with swivel in the proper positions as described in the lifting instructions for each IRBP. Always use lifting eyes with the correct lifting capacity according to the part being lifted.
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3 Installation and commissioning 3.3.2 Lifting the IRBP Continued Lifting IRBP R, K xx1000000092 Lifting beam 4000 mm Fitting the lifting eyes on IRBP R Action Note Remove the plates to get access to the lifting eye holes in the frame. xx1700001322...
3.3.5 Screw joints 3.3.5 Screw joints General This section describes how to tighten the various types of screw joints on ABB robots. The instructions and torque values are valid for screw joints comprised of metallic materials and do not apply to soft or brittle materials.
3.4.2 Orienting and securing the manipulator 3.4.2 Orienting and securing the manipulator Illustration, positioning the manipulator Note The illustration shows IRBP A, but the principle for orienting and securing the positioner is the same for all variants. xx0900000914 Screws for fastening (floor bolts)
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Refit the protection plugs to the lifting eye holes. xx1700001324 Securing the manipulator IRBP L using fixture laser Use this procedure to secure the IRBP L using a fixture laser. Action Note Position the IRBP L at the intended work site.
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NXA by Fixturlaser or TKSA41 from SKF, turning disc adapters and adjustment tool. For more information, see Example of adjusting the bearing units for IRBP L on page 96 Continues on next page Product manual - IRBP /D2009 3HAC037731-001 Revision: T...
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This is an example on how to use the adjustment tool when adjusting the bearing units on the IRBP L positioner. The adjustment tool can be ordered from ABB as a spare part. Other equipment mentioned in this example, for example laser sensors and turning disc adapter, is to be considered generic and therefore not available as spare parts delivered by ABB.
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3 Installation and commissioning 3.4.2 Orienting and securing the manipulator Continued Action Note Remove any equipment fitted on the IRBP L posi- tioner. Fasten the bearing screws to the bearing house For more information about the using the correct torque.
3 Installation and commissioning 3.4.4 Mounting of secondary shield on IRBP-K 3.4.4 Mounting of secondary shield on IRBP-K Location of the shield The secondary shield is located as shown in the figure. xx1700000439 Secondary shield Primary shield Required tools and equipment...
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3 Installation and commissioning 3.4.4 Mounting of secondary shield on IRBP-K Continued Action Note Fit the six screws with washers (A) through the pre-mounted bracket (B). xx1700000440 Screw: M8x25 (6 pcs) Washer: 8.4x21x4 (6 pcs) Tighten the screws. Tightening torque: 25 Nm Tighten the screws (A) with nuts (6 pcs) on the pre-mounted shield brackets.
3.4.5 Dimensions of the tailstock IRBP L-5000 3.4.5 Dimensions of the tailstock IRBP L-5000 Tailstock dimensions The tailstock on the IRBP L-5000 has a centered hole to be able to, for example, pull cable harness through. 12x M 24 FAS 3 x 45...
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3 Installation and commissioning 3.6.1 Electrical connectors Continued External cables IRBP B/C/D/K/R Cables shown in figure IRBP B/C/D/K/R Connector Length (m) CAN bus + cable safety signals + cable position switches Cable CAN bus + cable operator panel Cable control panel manual jog...
Note If the standalone controller was ordered without the option Prepared for IRBP, then one mounting rail is missing. One extra rail is delivered with the positioner interface and it is necessary to remove the axis computer and the main drive module to attach the rail.
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Note If the standalone controller was ordered without the option Prepared for IRBP, then one mounting rail is missing. One extra rail is delivered with the positioner interface and it is necessary to remove the axis computer and the main drive module to attach the rail.
3.7.1 Connections safety equipment 3.7 Safety installations 3.7.1 Connections safety equipment Connections in SC/DC (DM) The tables below show the configuration for the specific IRBP, (x) = not used. The safety unit has the following tasks: • To monitor the station interchange unit •...
3.8 Software installation 3.8.1 Starting the system for the first time General An IRBP function package delivered by ABB has a customized configuration installed at delivery. The system is preconfigured and will start up with the options and settings that were ordered.
Note The values for Max load difference between sides 1 and 2 are listed in the technical data in Product specification - IRBP /D2009. Load difference sides 1 and 2 does not exceed specified maximum value If the positioner is in a horizontal position or not at the end of the working range when installing fixtures, make sure that the value of Max load difference sides 1 and 2 is not exceeded.
Note The values for Max load difference between sides 1 and 2 are listed in the technical data in Product specification - IRBP /D2009. Load difference sides 1 and 2 does not exceed specified maximum value If the positioner is in a horizontal position or not at the end of the working range when removing or changing fixtures, make sure that the value of Max load difference sides 1 and 2 is not exceeded.
4 Configuration 4.1 Positioner Interface IRBP A 4 Configuration 4.1 Positioner Interface IRBP A General This section describes the I/O configuration for positioner IRBP A. I/O board Configuration for positioner Address Name Type Digit- Digit- Ana- Ana- al/Input al/Out- log/In-...
4 Configuration 4.3 Positioner Interface IRBP C 4.3 Positioner Interface IRBP C General This section describes the I/O configuration for positioner IRBP C I/O board Configuration for positioner Address Name Type Digit- Digit- Ana- Ana- al/Input al/Out- log/In- log/Out- lay/Out-...
4 Configuration 4.5 Positioner Interface IRBP L 4.5 Positioner Interface IRBP L General This section describes the I/O configuration for positioner IRBP L. I/O board Configuration for positioner Address Name Type Digit- Digit- Ana- Ana- al/Input al/Out- log/In- log/Out- lay/Out-...
4 Configuration 4.6 Operator panel IRBP 4.6 Operator panel IRBP General This chapter describes the I/O configurations for operator panels delivered by ABB. I/O board configuration Address Name Type Digital/In- Digital/Out- Analog/In- Ana- log/Output B_OP_SIM Simulated digit- al I/O B_OP_21...
Type 3 *) Used as board No 2 in multi-station applications or combinations between different types of positioners. Example: Robot welding station with one positioner type IRBP 250K and one positioner type IRBP 250L. I/O signals configuration for SIB_V_B3 Digital inputs...
Safety Interface Board Type 3 *) Used as board No 2 in multi-station applications or combinations between different types of positioners. Example: Robot welding station with one positioner type IRBP 250K and one positioner type IRBP 250L. I/O signals configuration for SIB_V_B1 Digital inputs...
Safety on page 17 before performing any service work. Note If the IRBP is connected to power, always make sure that the IRBP is connected to protective earth and a residual current device (RCD) before starting any maintenance work. For more information see: •...
5.2 Specification of maintenance intervals Introduction The intervals are specified in different ways depending on the type of maintenance activity to be carried out and the working conditions of the IRBP: • Calendar time: specified in months regardless of whether the system is running or not.
5.3 Maintenance schedule and expected component life 5.3.1 Maintenance schedule General This chapter details all maintenance activities recommended for the IRBP. It is based on the maintenance schedule located at the beginning of the chapter. The schedule contains information about required maintenance activities including intervals, and refers to procedures for the activities.
General To secure high uptime it is important that the IRBP is cleaned regularly. The frequency of cleaning depends on the environment in which the product works. Different cleaning methods are allowed depending on the type of protection of the IRBP.
Before starting any inspection, maintenance, or changing activities of lubrication, always contact the local ABB Service organization for more information. For ABB personnel: Always check ABB Library for the latest revision of the manual Technical reference manual - Lubrication in gearboxes, in order to always get the latest information of updates about lubrication in gearboxes.
Repair activities not described in this chapter must only be carried out by ABB. Report replaced units Note When replacing a part on the IRBP, report to your local ABB the serial number, the article number, and the revision of both the replaced unit and the replacement unit.
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If the flange surfaces are defective, the parts may not be used because leakage could occur. Clean the surfaces properly in accordance with the recommendations of ABB. Distribute the sealing compound evenly over the surface, preferably with a brush. Tighten the screws evenly when fastening the flange joint.
224. Note Lifting eyes (standard as well as with swivel) are not delivered with the IRBP. Use lifting eyes and/or lifting eyes with swivel in the proper positions as described in the lifting instructions for each IRBP. Always use lifting eyes with the correct lifting capacity according to the part being lifted.
Required equipment Equipment Note Standard tools Standard tools IRBP on page 312 Spare parts Product manual, spare parts - IRBP /D2009 Replacing support collar xx1000000028 Action Note Remove screw (12) to loosen the current collector Standard tools.
The unit is sensitive to ESD. Before handling the unit read the safety information in section The unit is sensitive to ESD on page Required equipment Equipment Note Spare parts Product manual, spare parts - IRBP /D2009 Standard tools Contents, standard toolkit, IRC5 on page 311. Drive module xx1000000231 Drive module I/O...
The unit is sensitive to ESD on page Prerequisites Equipment Note Standard tools Standard tools IRBP on page 312 Auxiliary relay Product manual, spare parts - IRBP /D2009 Location xx1000000243 Auxiliary relay Continues on next page Product manual - IRBP /D2009 3HAC037731-001 Revision: T...
Action Information Load the positioner or the stationary table. Note Loading an IRBP B positioner in a position that is not calibration position can cause vibration on the opposite station side. Make sure that the robot, positioner, and travel track working areas are clear before the system starts.
The resolver values are changed If resolver values are changed, the robot must be re-calibrated using the calibration methods supplied by ABB. Calibrate the robot carefully with standard calibration, according to information in this manual. The resolver values will change when parts affecting the calibration position are replaced on the robot, for example motors or parts of the transmission.
Manual setting of the calibration values, procedure Action Note Tap ABB, to open the service window. Tap Calibration. Tap on the mechanical unit to be calibrated. When the unit concerned is not visible in the window, use the scroll bar arrows, in the lower part of the window.
The marking is made up of a machined groove or a machined notch on the gearbox respective faceplates. Tap ABB, to open the service window. Tap Calibration. Tap on the mechanical unit to be calibrated. When the unit concerned is not visible in the window, use the scroll bar ar- rows, in the lower part of the window.
8.6 Calibration of the station interchange unit for positioner IRBP General Applies to IRBP positioners, types B, C, D, K or R, with mechanical stop. The position for the mechanical stop for side 1 and side 2 must be adjusted to attain the right torque.
This method will move and rotate the base frame in relation to the world frame. Normally the base frame is centered and aligned with the world frame. Positioner IRBP C is not calibrated for base frame (it has no stations). Note Note that the base frame is fixed to the base of the robot.
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Make a small punch mark at the top dead centre Centre punch and hammer. on the turning disc. xx1800000749 Valid for positioners that have a tailstock (IRBP Centre punch and hammer. K, IRBP L, IRBP R): Mark out the centre of the bearing disc spigot and carefully make a small punch mark there.
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The number of axes and points to calibrate differ depending on positioner variant. IRBP A, IRBP B, IRBP D: 4 points for Axis 1 or 4 points for Axis 2. (Both axes need to be calibrated. Choose axis 1 first and run the complete procedure according to the following steps.
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Ensure that Point 4 is highlighted and tap Modify Position. xx1800000768 Valid for positioners that have a tailstock (IRBP K, IRBP L, IRBP R): Point 4 will now show Modified and Elongator Point Z will automatically be highlighted. xx1800000769...
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The Calculation Result will be shown. Tap OK. xx1800000772 Restart the controller by tapping Yes. xx1800000773 Valid for positioners IRBP A, IRBP B, IRBP D: Go to step and repeat the calibration proced- ure for the 4 points of the second axis.
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8 Calibration information 8.8 Tool and speed data Continued Speed data for external axes Use the following maximum speed data for IRBP. IRBP positioner Maximum speed of rotation MTD 250 180 degree/s MTD 250 150 degree/s MTD 750 150 degree/s...
Load identification for IRBP L A simplified view of positioner IRBP L is shown in figure. Load identification can be performed in any position for this positioner. xx1000000139...
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8 Calibration information 8.9.1 Identification of load data for positioners IRBP Continued Parameters xx1000000140 The parameters that are identified are the center of gravity in a plane perpendicular to the axis, and moments of inertia around the axis, see figure.
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8 Calibration information 8.9.1 Identification of load data for positioners IRBP Continued Movements The movements for the axis are performed around two configuration points as described in the following figure. At each configuration, the maximum motion for the axis is approximately 30 degrees up and 30 degrees down. The optimum value for the configuration angle is 90 degrees.
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Continued Load identification for IRBP K A simplified view of positioner IRBP K is shown in the following figure. Load identification is allowed on axes 2 and 3 for this positioner. Load identification can only be performed when axis 1 is in one of its end positions. This is checked by the load identification procedure.
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One part of the identification movements for one axis is the same as for the positioner IRBP L. To find the extra moment of inertia we also move the interchange axis with the load to two different positions. The movements for the interchange...
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The mass of the load must be known in advance. The mass data is entered when performing the load identification. Movements The motion for each axis is, in principal, the same as for the positioner IRBP L, see figure in section Parameters and movements on page 289.
8.9.2 Safe position General The safe position should be a position where the robot is free from the IRBP positioner working area. The first time that you start the program execution you will be asked to setup the safe position for the robots.
The value is saved in data type partadv in the component loadAngle, which the pertinent part refers to in the component advPart. Procedures Action Note To change load position, the ABB menu must be opened. • Tap Production Manager. Tap Setup Choose the station for which the load position will be changed.
Procedures Action Note To change service position, the ABB menu must be opened. • Tap Production Manager. Tap Setup. Choose the station for which the service position will be changed.
While executing ActUnit INTERCH one MechUnitLoad should be executed for axis 2 and axis 3. Examples Basic examples of the instruction MechUnitLoad are illustrated below. The following figure shows axis 1 on a mechanical unit named STN1 of type IRBP xx0500002142 Example 1 ActUnit STN1;...
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8.9.6 Define payload for a mechanical unit Continued More examples More examples of how to use the instruction MechUnitLoad are illustrated below. The following figure shows a mechanical unit named INTERCH of type IRBP K with three axes (1, 2, and 3). xx1000000144 Example 1 MoveL homeside1, v1000, fine, gun1;...
All components exceeding 22 kg (50 lbs) are highlighted in this way. To avoid injury, ABB recommends the use of a lifting accessory when handling components with a weight exceeding 22 kg. A wide range of lifting accessories and devices are available for each manipulator model.
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Circuit diagram - Service diagram IRBP A 3HAC035753-004 Circuit diagram - Service diagram IRBP B/D 3HAC035753-005 Circuit diagram - Service diagram IRBP IF C 3HAC035754-001 Circuit diagram - Service diagram IRBP IF L 3HAC035754-002 Circuit diagram - Service diagram IRBP IF...