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www.comoso.com Translation of the Original operating manual Gripping rotary modules RP / RW / RC 1212-2128 Assembly and Operating Manual Superior Clamping and Gripping...
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Imprint Copyright: This manual remains the copyrighted property of SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG. It is solely supplied to our customers and operators of our products and forms part of the product. This documentation may not be duplicated or made accessible to third parties, in particu- lar competitive companies, without our prior permission.
www.comoso.com Table of contents Table of contents 1 About this manual ....................5 1.1 Warnings ........................5 1.1.1 Key words ...................... 5 1.1.2 Symbols ......................5 1.2 Variants ........................6 1.3 Applicable documents ....................7 2 Basic safety notes ....................8 2.1 Intended use ......................
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www.comoso.com Table of contents 8.4.3 Intermediate stop RZ12/15/21 ..............26 9 Start-up ........................29 10 Troubleshooting ...................... 30 10.1 Modul does not move? ..................30 10.2 The module does not travel through the entire stroke? ........30 10.3 Module opens or closes abruptly? ................. 31 10.4 Module opens / does it grip the workpiece hard? ..........
www.comoso.com About this manual About this manual This instruction is an integral part of the product and contains im- portant information for a safe and proper assembly, commission- ing, operation, maintenance and help for easier trouble shooting. Before using the product, read and note the instructions, especial- ly the chapter "Basic safety notes".
www.comoso.com About this manual Variants This operating manual applies for the following variations • RP / RW / RC without gripping force maintenance • RP / RW / RC with gripping force maintenance (...-K) • RP / RW / RC with gripping force maintenance (...-S) Two versions are also available for the RW type: •...
• "Toolbox Rotation" program • "Kombibox" program (-> for selection of parts list for adaptation of RP/W/C modules to other modules of the modular system) The documents listed here, can be downloaded on our homepage www.schunk.com 01.01|RP / RW / RC 1212-2128|en...
www.comoso.com Basic safety notes Basic safety notes Intended use The module is designed solely for the gripping and swiveling of useful loads into any desired position, where the load does not react in a manner endangering persons, property or the environ- ment as a result of this manipulation.
2.4.3 Constructional changes, attachments, or modifications Additional drill holes, threads, or attachments that are not offered as accessories by SCHUNK may be attached only with permission of SCHUNK. Personnel qualification The assembly, initial commissioning, maintenance, and repair of the product may be performed only by trained specialist person- nel.
www.comoso.com Basic safety notes and operating manual, especially the chapter "Basic safety notes" ( 2, Page 8). This applies particularly to personnel only used oc- casionally, such as maintenance personnel. Using personal protective equipment When using this product, observe the relevant industrial safety regulations and use the personal protective equipment (PPE) re- quired! •...
Products with a mechanical gripping force maintenance can, dur- ing energy supply failure, still move independently in the direc- tion specified by the mechanical gripping force maintenance. • Secure the end positions of the product with SCHUNK SDV-P pressure maintenance valves. WARNING...
www.comoso.com Warranty / Scope of delivery Warranty The warranty is valid for 24 months from the delivery date to the production facility under the following conditions: • Intended use in 1-shift operation • Observe the mandatory maintenance and lubrication intervals •...
RMNS... Magnetic switch • Exact type designation of the compatible sensors see ☞ catalog. • If you require further information on sensor operation, contact your SCHUNK contact person or download information from our homepage. 01.01|RP / RW / RC 1212-2128|en...
www.comoso.com Technical data Technical data Module type RP/W/C ... RP/W/C ... - K / S Angle of rotation [°] - 5 ... 185 Ambient temperature [°C] 5 - 60 IP rating Noise emission [dB(A)] ≤ 70 Pressure medium Compressed air, compressed air quality ac- cording to ISO 8573-1:7 4 4 Min.
www.comoso.com Module design and options Module design and options Gripping rotary modules of this series have a module design: • GMW/P/C gripper, consisting of – Gripper kit G...B – GMD rotation adapter (optional) – GMA drive unit – Gripping force safety device, GKS (optional) •...
www.comoso.com Assembly and settings Assembly and settings NOTICE Assembly measures • When mounting loads, do not allow impermissible forces and moments to be exerted (see catalog data). • Select the suitable screw tightening torque when assembling the module or loads at the module in accordance with the generally accepted guidelines for screw connections.
www.comoso.com Assembly and settings Air connections NOTICE Pressure medium: The unit must not under any circumstances be operated with oiled air before operation with unoiled air (washing out of factory lubrication). NOTICE Observe the requirements for the air supply. ( 6, Page 14) "Technical Data"...
www.comoso.com Assembly and settings Settings and options of the GM gripping module... 8.3.1 GMW / GMP/ GMC modular design The GM modules have a modular design. The main window consists of: • Gripper kit: GWB / GCB / GPB • Drive unit: GMA The basis module can be expanded by ordering options and acces- sories.
• GKE 28 for GMW / GMP / GMC 28 gripping module When ordering a gripping module including a gripping force main- tenance unit as described in the catalog, the gripping force main- tenance unit will have already been installed by SCHUNK. 01.01|RP / RW / RC 1212-2128|en...
GMD 28 5507898 When ordering a gripping module including a rotation adapter as described in the catalog, the rotation adapter will have already been installed by SCHUNK. 8.3.4 End position monitoring To monitor the end positions, standardized monitoring sets for di- rect installation are available.
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www.comoso.com Assembly and settings Fig. 4: Position of the proximity switches at the GMW is analogous to the GMC and GMP Proximity switch (GMNS-...) Assembly of the 1 Disassemble the drive unit or, if need be, the maintenance of end-position moni- gripping force unit.
www.comoso.com Assembly and settings Settings and options of the RM... rotary module 8.4.1 Adjusting the end positions The following parts are included within the scope of delivery for angle of rotation fine adjustment and adjustment of the end posi- tion dampening to the mass moment of inertia occurring in opera- tion.
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www.comoso.com Assembly and settings Dampening adjustment NOTICE Use the shock absorber! Operation without the shock absorber included within the scope of delivery is not permitted. • Observe the maximum mass moment of inertia (see catalog). • Adjust the dampening at the mass moment of inertia. ...
www.comoso.com Assembly and settings 8.4.2 End position monitoring Two options are available for the end positions monitoring: • By magnet sensors MMS • By inductive sensors via standardized monitoring sets Attachment / With the MMS sensor, the magnet integrated in the piston is mo- adjustment MMS nitored.
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www.comoso.com Assembly and settings 4 If need be, repeat the procedure with the second sensor and the opposing piston position. Attachment / ad- For the RMNS and RMNZ monitoring sets, the control cam inte- justment of the grated in the rotary table is inductively monitored. RMNS and RMNZ monitoring sets Fig.
www.comoso.com Assembly and settings 8.4.3 Intermediate stop RZ12/15/21 Intermediate stops are additional modules for rotation modules and are available for the sizes RM12, RM15 and RM21. The intermediate position can be adjusted over the entire range of rotation of the rotary module. The intermediate stop is installed in the delivery state as shown.
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www.comoso.com Assembly and settings 8.4.3.1 Adjustment RZ... The stop pistons are mounted as shown in the respective chap- ter "RZ12/15/21 intermediate stop" ( 8.4.3, Page 26) (Atten- tion! Ranges 0°-90°; 90°-180°). 1 Apply pressure to connections A and C. 2 Loosen the counter nuts of both stops (5).
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www.comoso.com Assembly and settings 8.4.3.3 Dampening adjustment RZ... The dampening adjustment is done by insertion of disk ("X") under the shock absorber (9). 1 Disassemble the piston (3), stop sleeve (2) and shock absorber (9). 2 Insert disks in accordance with the following table between the piston and the stop sleeve until the desired dampening ad- justment has been reached (Attention! Observe the maxi- mum.).
For calculations, use our "Toolbox" program (www.schunk.com). • Operate the device in such a way that the permissible number of swiveling cycles per minute is not exceeded. For calculations, use our "Toolbox" program (www.schunk.com). 01.01|RP / RW / RC 1212-2128|en...
Repair the proximity switch. Component is broken, e.g. through over- Replace component or send the module loading with a repair order to SCHUNK. Ensure that the module was only used within its defined application parameters. 10.2 The module does not travel through the entire stroke?
www.comoso.com Troubleshooting 10.3 Module opens or closes abruptly? Possible cause Corrective action Too little grease in the mechanical guiding Clean the module and relubricate it. areas of the module ( 11, Page 35) Compressed air lines are blocked Check the compressed air lines for crushing or damage.
Mounting surface is not even enough Check the levelness of the bolting surface. ( 8.1, Page 16) Component is broken, e.g. through over- Send the module to SCHUNK with a repair loading order or disassemble module. Shock absorber defective Check or, if need be, replace the shock ab- sorber 01.01|RP / RW / RC 1212-2128|en...
Is torque dropping? Possible cause Corrective action Seals of the drive piston defective Send the module to SCHUNK with a repair order (recommended). Replace the seals of the drive piston. Positioning of the swivel table defective Send the module to SCHUNK with a repair order.
www.comoso.com Troubleshooting 10.13 End position signal not present? Possible cause Corrective action Precisely adjust the sensor for the stop Readjust the sensor Proximity switch defective or set incorrect. Repair the proximity switch. Cable breakage Replacing the sensor cable 01.01|RP / RW / RC 1212-2128|en...
www.comoso.com Maintenance and care Maintenance and care 11.1 Maintenance and lubrication, gripping module GM... 11.1.1 Maintenance and lubrication intervals NOTICE At ambient temperature above 60°C the lubricants can harden faster. • Interval decrease accordingly. Interval [Mio. cycles] 11.1.2 Lubricants/Lubrication points (basic lubrication) We recommend the lubricants listed.
www.comoso.com Maintenance and care 11.2 Maintenance and lubrication, rotary module RM... 11.2.1 Shock absorber NOTICE Serious mechanical damage due to failure of the shock absor- bers. The shock absorbers have a limited service life span. A shock ab- sorber failure can lead to serious mechanical damage; for this reason, they must be checked regularly for proper function.
www.comoso.com Maintenance and care 11.2.3 Lubricants/Lubrication points (basic lubrication) • All module bearings are life-time lubricated and do not need to be re-lubricated. • When disassembling the module for repairs, all bearings have to be cleaned and re-lubricated. Fig. 10 Gear rack and pinion unit greasing area (RM15, RM21) ->...
The repair or elimination of defects by the customer on the mod- ule results in the termination of the warranty and liability for all resulting warranty and subsequent damage. • It is recommended to have SCHUNK repair damaged and de- fective modules. WARNING Risk of injury when the machine/system moves unexpectedly! Switch off power supply.
• It is recommended to have damaged and defective modules repaired in the production facility. Please consult your SCHUNK contact person. • To remove the GKS spring, secure the lock washer and circlip (GKS items 6, 8 and 9) with a suitable device against jumping out.
www.comoso.com Assembly / spare parts Assembly / spare parts 12.1 Complete design The entire modular system for the production of parallel gripping rotary modules RP-... and angular gripping rotary modules RW-... as well as three-jaw gripping rotary modules RC-... is illustrated in the following.
www.comoso.com Assembly / spare parts 12.1.1 Shock absorber ID no. of the shock absorber Shock absorber for ID number RP / RW / RC 1212-H 9953561 RP / RW / RC 1216-H RP / RW / RC 1212-W 9953558 RP / RW / RC 1216-W RP / RW / RC 1520-H 9953562 RP / RW / RC 1520-W...
• GMA part no. 1 GMA 20-01 • GWB part no. 2 GWB 20-02 Fig. 13 Sectional drawings of the GMW series * Component dependent on modular design; consult your SCHUNK contact partner about this. 01.01|RP / RW / RC 1212-2128|en...
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Assembly / spare parts Fig. 14 Sectional drawings of the GMP series * Component dependent on modular design; consult your SCHUNK contact partner about this. Fig. 15 Sectional drawing of the GMC series * Component dependent on modular design; consult your SCHUNK contact partner about this.
www.comoso.com Assembly / spare parts 12.2.2 Seal kit Standardized sealing sets for replacement are available for the in- tegrated rotary module. All the seals are included in their scope of delivery. ID.-No. of the seal kit Seal kit for Designation ID number GMW/P/C 12 GMDI 12...
www.comoso.com Assembly / spare parts 12.3 RM rotary module... 12.3.1 Assembly drawing All other wearing parts and individual components are available individually according to the following sectional drawings. Order numbers are composed as in the following example: • Part no. 1 RM 06-01 (for RM06 rotary module) Fig.
www.comoso.com Assembly / spare parts 12.3.2 Sealing kit Standardized sealing sets for replacement are available for the in- tegrated rotary module. All the seals are included in their scope of delivery. ID.-No. of the seal kit Seal kit for ID number RM 06 0313465 RM 08...
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