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Connecting the HSI-C to a RENGAGE probe and the CNC controller ....3.3 Connecting the HSI-C to a standard probe and the CNC controller ....3.4 Parts list .
Renishaw office. Renishaw warrants its equipment and software for a limited period (as set out in the Standard Terms and Conditions), provided that they are installed and used exactly as defined in associated Renishaw documentation.
Keep system components clean. Patents None applicable. EU declaration of conformity Renishaw plc declares under its sole responsibility that the HSI-C is in conformity with all relevant Union legislation. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at: www.renishaw.com/mtpdoc...
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 47 CFR Section 15.21 The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Renishaw plc or authorised representative could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 47 CFR Section 15.105 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Information to the equipment installer All Renishaw equipment is designed to comply with the relevant EU and FCC regulatory requirements. It is the responsibility of the equipment installer to ensure that the following guidelines are adhered to, in order for the product to function in accordance with these regulations: •...
HSI-C can draw its power from the machine’s nominal +12 Vdc to +30 Vdc supply. Where such a supply is not available, the HSI-C can be powered using any +12 Vdc to +30 Vdc (minimum 0.5 A) power supply. The machine’s supply should be appropriately current limited to 10 A maximum.
Block 4 Block 1 Block 2 Block 5 Block 3 Block 6 PROBE CONFIG. LED STATUS LED ERROR LED PROBE TYPE PROBE CONFIG. switch NOTE: All connector blocks are pluggable and can be detached from the HSI-C enabling easy wire connection.
A constant green when the probe is seated. • A constant red when the probe is triggered or no probes are connected. If the LED is unlit then there is no power supply to the HSI-C. ERROR LED The ERROR LED displays: •...
When changing the operating configuration of a first-generation MP250 it is necessary to either reset the power to the HSI-C, or activate the probe inhibit function. For instructions about the probe inhibit function, see “Probe inhibit function” on page 2.7. (This is not applicable to a second-generation MP250).
Maximum voltage is +30 Vdc. NOTE: Change of state debounce time is 25 ms ±5 ms. Debounce time is the time delay between the HSI-C responding to a probe trigger and the point at which the probe can be used again. Stylus contact bounce...
+12 Vdc to +30 Vdc M-code (machine electrical output) connected directly to the HSI-C When using this method, it is recommended that the HSI-C is connected as shown in the following diagram. Alternatively, pin 11 (INHIBIT RETURN) on block 3 may be linked to pin 12 (0 Vdc) on block 3, rather than to the 0 Vdc circuit within the machine's CNC controller (common 0 Vdc only).
M-code (machine electrical output) driven relay contact When using this method, it is recommended that the HSI-C is connected as shown in the following diagram. Shorting together pin 12 (0 Vdc) and pin 11 (INHIBIT RETURN) on block 3 (less than 100 W) will force the output into a seated state, irrespective of actual probe status, and remove power from the probe.
+12 Vdc to +30 Vdc M-code (machine electrical output) connected directly to the HSI-C When using this method, it is recommended that the HSI-C is connected as shown in the following diagram. Alternatively, pin 6 (CONFIG. 3 OVERRIDE RETURN) on block 2 may be linked to pin 7 (0 Vdc) on block 2, rather than to the 0 Vdc circuit within the machine's CNC controller (common 0 Vdc...
0 Vdc M-code (machine electrical output) connected directly to the HSI-C When using this method, it is recommended that the HSI-C is connected as shown in the following diagram. Alternatively, pin 5 (CONFIG. 3 OVERRIDE INPUT) may be linked to pin 8 (+12 Vdc to +30 Vdc OUT (fused at 100 mA)) on block 2, rather than to the +12 Vdc to +30 Vdc circuit within the...
M-code (machine electrical output) driven open collector When using this method, it is recommended that the HSI-C is connected as shown in the following diagram. An M-code is used to activate the config. 3 override function. CONFIG. 3 OVERRIDE CONNECTIONS (block 2) 2.11...
HSI-C specification Principal application The HSI-C processes signals from RENGAGE or standard hard-wired probes and converts them into voltage-free solid- state relay (SSR) outputs, which are then transmitted to the CNC machine controller. Dimensions Width 22.6 mm (0.89 in) 2.13 Height 99.0 mm (3.90 in)
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HSI-C with the HSI-C MP250 TS27R TS20 TS34 NOTES: Only one probe can be connected at a time. The connection between the probe socket and the HSI-C interface must be screened and connected to ground at the interface.
Connecting the HSI-C to a RENGAGE probe and the CNC controller HSI-C interface Probe connector (5-way) Outer spring pin, Green 19. RENGAGE probe input + Vdc Inner spring pin, Blue 18. RENGAGE probe input 0 Vdc Green/Yellow Block 4 17. Screen 16.
HSI-C installation guide Connecting the HSI-C to a standard probe and the CNC controller FS1*/FS2*/FS10/FS20 probe holder HSI-C interface fixed socket for standard probe Probe connector (5-way) No screen connection 19. RENGAGE probe input + Vdc 18. RENGAGE probe input 0 Vdc...
Quick start guide: for rapid set-up of the MP250 probe. MP250 H-5500-8504 Installation guide: for set-up of the MP250. HSI-C H-6527-8500 Quick start guide: for rapid set-up of the HSI-C interface. HSI-C H-6527-8501 Installation guide: for set-up of the HSI-C hard-wired system interface – configurable. H-2000-5021 Installation and user's guide: LP2 probe system.
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