Contents Contents 1 Important Information ........................... 6 Note on Using this Document ...................... 6 The technical documentation is part of the product ................ 6 Type Plate ............................ 6 Warnings in This Document........................ 7 Symbol.............................. 7 2 Fundamental Safety Instructions........................ 8 Intended Use............................ 8 Non-Intended Use ..........................
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Contents 5.11 Output and Input Signals........................ 22 5.11.1 Signal Inputs .......................... 22 5.11.2 Signal Outputs ........................... 22 5.11.3 Signal Type.......................... 23 5.12 Activating a Freedrive Request...................... 23 5.13 Switch-Off Delay [0x004B] ........................ 24 5.14 Device Functions.......................... 24 5.14.1 Restricting Access Using Device Access Locks [0x000C] ............ 24 5.14.2 Restricting Extended Access with Extended Device Access Locks [0x005A] ......
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Contents 12 Spare and Wearing Parts, Accessories...................... 46 13 Disposing of the Device.......................... 47 14 Appendix ............................... 48 14.1 EC Declaration of Conformity...................... 48 14.2 ECBPMi Data Dictionary_21.10.01.00140_00.PDF................ 49 EN-US · 30.30.01.02196 · 01 · 11/20 5 / 56...
ð Failure to follow the instructions in these Operating instructions may result in injuries! ð Schmalz is not liable for damage or malfunctions that result from failure to heed these instructions. If you still have questions after reading the technical documentation, contact Schmalz Service at: www.schmalz.com/services...
Important Information 1.4 Warnings in This Document Warnings warn against hazards that may occur when handling the product. This document contains three levels of danger that you can recognize by the signal word. Signal word Meaning WARNING Indicates a medium-risk hazard that could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
Non-aggressive and flammable gases and dry and oil-free air (no graphite) are permitted as the media to be evacuated. Schmalz URCap (V2.0.1) can be used from Polyscope 3.12 (for UR series) or Polyscope 5.5. (for URe series) Note: Version not downward compatible Intended use includes observing the technical data and the installation and operating instructions in this manual.
Product Description 3.2 Display and Control Elements 3.2.1 Description of the Display and Control Elements “Less” touch capacitive button LED illuminated ring Vacuum scale, min. 100 mbar to max. “More” touch capacitive button 600 mbar The ECBPMi is operated using two touch capacitive buttons. The buttons are used to set the limit value H2 (“Part Present”).
Product Description 3.2.3 LED State Indicators The integrated LED status indicators show the current process statuses. The ECBPMi has two LED areas for displaying the status. The table below explains the meaning of the LEDs: 360° status indicator LEDs ECBPMi status All lights are off.
Product Description Adjusting the color and brightness of the “Part Present” LED status display The green light to indicate “Part Present” status is selected in the default settings. “Part Present” status can be adjusted in IO-Link mode in terms of color and brightness. Individual settings can be configured for “Ready”...
Technical Data 4 Technical Data 4.1 Electrical Parameters Parameter Symbol Limit values Unit Comment min. typ. max. Supply voltage 19.2 26.4 PELV Rated current from U — = 24.0 V Voltage of signal output OUT2 — < 140 mA (PNP) Voltage of signal output OUT2 —...
Technical Data Parameter Symbol Limit values Unit Comment Service life — 6,000 –– –– At an ambient temperature of 25 °C Permitted operating medium — Non-aggressive and flammable gases; dry, oil-free air (no graphite) 4.2.2 Mechanical Performance Data Max. vac- Suction rate Sound Weight Load limit...
Description of Functions 5 Description of Functions 5.1 Control Scheme The controls of the ECBPMi are defined in such a way that, if both inputs are activated at the same time, blowoff has priority over suction. 5.2 Depositing the Workpiece The “blowoff” valve is controlled directly via the “blowoff” signal input IN2 in SIO mode. In IO-Link mode, the device changes to “Blowoff”...
• Another option for communication is the “Schmalz ControlRoom” control and service app. This per- mits not only read access, but also active reconfiguration of the parameters via NFC. The Schmalz ControlRoom app is available at the Google Play Store.
Description of Functions For the best data connection, place the read- ing device on the NFC symbol in the middle of the ECBPMi. The reading distance is very short for NFC applications. Determine the position of the NFC an- tenna in the reading device used. If parameters of the device are modified via IO-Link or NFC, then the power supply must subsequently remain stable for at least three seconds to prevent data loss.
Description of Functions The current, minimum and maximum applied vacuum (since the supply voltage was applied) can be read from the “Vacuum value, live / Vacuum value, min / Vacuum value, max” parameters [0x0040]. The maxi- mum and minimum values can be reset with the command 0xA9 using the “System command” parameter [0x00002].
Description of Functions In IO-Link mode, the aforementioned procedure for displaying and changing the vacuum limit value is used to display or change the value in the “Setpoint H2” parameter [0x0066] in the production setup pro- file P0. (This only corresponds to the currently valid vacuum limit value H2 if profile P0 has been activated using process data and the “Setpoint H2”...
Description of Functions Vacuum [mbar] H1 - h1 H2 - h2 Time Speed of pump 100% Time Suction Time OUT1 Time The output OUT2 for the “Part Present” check is activated when the limit value H2 is reached in SIO mode.
Description of Functions 5.10.2 Internally Time-controlled Blowoff This function is activated via IO-Link with the “Internally controlled drop-off – time-dependent (I-t)” value. The “Blowoff” valve is automatically activated for the time period set as soon as the device leaves “Suc- tion” mode. This function makes it possible to save an output on the controller. The duration of the blowoff time is set via the IO-Link “Duration automatic drop off”...
Description of Functions When guiding a robot arm, it has proven more effective to use both hands. In this case, one hand grasps the ECBPMi so that both buttons are pressed and the other hand assists with the movement of the robot arm. 5.11.3 Signal Type The signal type can be switched between PNP and NPN.
Description of Functions 5.13 Switch-Off Delay [0x004B] You can use this function to set a switch-off delay for the H2 “Part Present” signal. This can be used to mask short-term fluctuations in the vacuum level of the vacuum system. The duration of the switch-off delay is set in IO-Link via the “Output filter”...
Description of Functions ü The ECBPMi is in the basic state control status. 1. Press one of the buttons for at least one second. ð The ECBPMi first switches to the mode for adjusting the vacuum limit value. 2. Press and hold the buttons simul- taneously for more than seven seconds.
Description of Functions The counters can be read via IO-Link. Counters 1 and 3 can also be read from the erasable counters “Vacuum-on counter erasable” [0x008F] and “Condition Monitoring counter erasable” [0x0091]. The counters can be cleared with the value 0xA7 using the “System Command”...
Description of Functions 5.17.2 Display of Warnings Condition Monitoring (CM) events are displayed as warnings via the LED ring. If warnings occur, this is indicated by an orange light on the LED ring. The following table shows potential warnings and the corresponding output on the LED status display or parameters in IO-Link: The exact CM description can be found under Condition Monitoring: CM event Description...
Description of Functions 5.17.4 Monitoring the Supply Voltages [0x0042] The ECBPMi has an internal voltage monitor. It requires a power supply of 24 V. If the voltage deviates outside a certain tolerance range, the ECBPMi enters an error state. The error state is shown on the LED ring and IO-Link (> See ch. Displaying Errors and Warnings, Page 26). No new suction cycle can be started as long as the error state is present.
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Description of Functions Vacuum [mbar] H1-h1 Start suction cycle Time [s] The specified value for the max. permitted evacuation time t1 can be set using the IO-Link (“Permissible evacuation time” parameter) [0x006B]. Setting the value to “0” (= off) deactivates monitoring. The maxi- mum permitted evacuation time setting is 9.99 s.
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Description of Functions The “Permissible leakage rate” can be set via IO-Link using the “permissible leakage rate” parameter e.g. [0x006C]. Monitor Dynamic Pressure If possible, a dynamic pressure measurement is taken at the start of every suction cycle (vacuum during unobstructed suction).
Description of Functions 5.18.2 Energy Monitoring (EM) [0x009D] In order to permit optimization of vacuum gripping systems’ energy efficiency, the product provides a function for measuring and displaying the energy consumption. The electrical energy consumed by the device and by the valve coil (-n) during a suction cycle is measured and given in watt-seconds (Ws). The value can be read from the “Energy consumption per cycle”...
Description of Functions Performance Calculation [0x00A3] The performance calculation helps in evaluating the system status. The performance of the gripping sys- tem can be assessed based on the measurement of the dynamic pressure. Optimal configuration of gripping systems leads to low dynamic pressure and thus to high performance. Conversely, poorly configured systems achieve low performance.
Description of Functions • ID of the storage location (Storage location [0x00F9]) • Equipment identification from the circuit diagram (Application specific tag [0x0018]) • Installation date (Installation Date [0x00FD]) The parameters are ASCII character strings with the maximum length given in the data dictionary. They can also be used for other purposes if necessary.
1. Compare the entire delivery with the supplied delivery notes to make sure nothing is missing. 2. Damage caused by defective packaging or occurring in transit must be reported immediately to the carrier and J. Schmalz GmbH. 34 / 56 EN-US · 30.30.01.02196 · 01 · 11/20...
Installation 7 Installation 7.1 Installation Instructions CAUTION Improper installation or maintenance Personal injury or damage to property 4 Prior to installation and before maintenance work, the vacuum generator must be dis- connected from the power supply and secured against unauthorized restart! For safe installation, the following instructions must be observed: 1.
Below you will find the requirements or the description of the required software: • Schmalz URCap (V4.2.9) valid for ECBPi/FCXB/ECBPMi/ECBPMI PLUS/FQE/RECB/SCG-HSS/SLG/SBPG on universal robots UR with Polyscope 5.8 or higher (used in UR e-series) (Schmalz ROB-SET XXXX UR). • Schmalz URCap (V4.2.9) valid for ECBPi/FCXB/ECBPMi/FQE/SCG-HSS/SLG/SBPG on universal robots UR with Polyscope 3.1.2 or higher (used in UR CB-series) (Schmalz ROB-SET XXXX UR).
Installation ECBPMi Plus is not compatible with Universal Robots CB series (Polyscope 3.x). The old Schmalz URCap (V1.0.x) software is no longer updated. 7.4 Description of the Electrical Connection WARNING Electric shock Risk of injury 4 Operate the product using a power supply unit with protected extra-low voltage (PELV).
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Installation CAUTION Risk of getting caught by the connection cable when the collaborative robot moves. Injury due to limbs or hair getting caught. 4 Route the connection cable as close to the robot arm as possible. 4 Avoid the danger zone. The electrical connection of the ECBPMi (the voltage supply and the transmission of input and output sig- nals) is directly connected to the electrical interface of the robot using the adapted connection cable on the flange.
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OUT2 Signal output for “Part Present”/IO-Link OUT3 Optional signal output (e.g. activate freedrive) “Suction” signal input “Blow off” signal input PIN assignment, flange set for Schmalz standard M12 8-pin connector 8-pin M12 connector Symbol Function — — 24 V supply voltage —...
Installation 7.5 Start of Operations As soon as power is supplied to the ECBPMi via the higher-level control unit, it is ready for operation. If the robot is active, the ECBPMi performs an internal test run and then lights up green. The vacuum of the ECBPMi is routed to the vacuum gripping system/suction cup via the 1/4 inch thread.
Operation 8 Operation 8.1 Hazard during Operation CAUTION Falling objects due to a sudden drop in vacuum (e.g. a power failure) Risk of injury from falling parts! 4 Wear protective work shoes (S1). CAUTION A strong vacuum is produced on the suction cup and suction lines. Hair, skin, body parts and items of clothing can be sucked in.
Operation 8.3.1 SIO Operating Mode During operation in SIO mode, all input and output signals are connected to a control unit, either directly or using intelligent terminal boxes. For this purpose, in addition to the power supply lines, one or two input signals and two output signals must be connected.
4 If the performance drops noticeably, clean the sieve with a paintbrush. If it is heavily soiled, you can send the CobotPump to Schmalz for repair (subject to a fee, the soiled sieve is replaced).
Wearing parts are not covered by the warranty. NOTE Use of non-original spare parts Malfunctions or damage to the equipment 4 Use only original and spare parts from J. Schmalz. Otherwise the warranty is void. 44 / 56 EN-US · 30.30.01.02196 · 01 · 11/20...
4 Clean screen or have it re- Vacuum level is not reached or Press-in screen is contaminated vacuum is built up too slowly placed by Schmalz if neces- sary 4 Check vacuum gripper and Leakage at vacuum gripper replace if necessary.
Accessories The accessory parts listed here are current as of the writing of the operating instructions. An up-to-date overview of all accessory parts for the ECBPMi can be found online at www.schmalz.com 46 / 56 EN-US · 30.30.01.02196 · 01 · 11/20...
Disposing of the Device 13 Disposing of the Device 1. Dispose of the product properly after replacement or decommissioning. 2. Observe the country-specific guidelines and legal obligations for waste prevention and disposal. Component Material Housing PUR vacuum cast resin Inner components Aluminum alloy, brass, stainless steel, POM, silicone Seals Lubrication...
See also 2 ECBPMi Data Dictionary_21.10.01.00140_00.PDF [} 49] 14.1 EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity The manufacturer Schmalz confirms that the product for the Mini-CobotPump described in these operat- ing instructions fulfills the following applicable EC directives: 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility...
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