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Apollo Ink Delivery System User’s guide V1.2 Part No. 9103326...
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Neither Buskro Ltd. nor its dealers or distributors shall be liable to the purchaser nor any other person or entity with respect to any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by this manual.
BK760 Power Cable ......................2-17 2.3.1.4 BK1700 Power Cable ......................2-17 Communication Cable Setup................2-18 2.4.1 RS232 COM Serial Cable Connection ............2-18 2.4.1.1 Serial Ribbon Cable Attachment ..................2-18 2.4.1.2 Serial Ribbon Cable Software Setup .................. 2-19 Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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4.1.5 Ink Pen Disposal and Clean-up................ 4-4 4.1.6 Ink Pen Storage ....................4-4 Lifetime of Components..................4-4 5.0 Troubleshooting Guide .................5-0 Troubleshooting ....................5-1 Appendix A – Assembly Drawings Appendix B – Assembly Drawings Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
(p/n BKINK-VERBK350) and distributes it to a number of ink pens (p/n BKINK- VERBKPEN), up to a maximum of 8 pens, for a total vertical coverage of 4”. It communicates with Buskro Inkjet Controllers (Compose V6.04 or later) via a serial RS232C connection to provide level sensing and cartridge status information.
1.2.6 Lower Consumable Costs In addition to improving operational reliability through reduced downtime, ink costs, including both cartridge and pen replacement, can result in a 20-30% saving over traditional HP Versatile Ink Pens. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
3 Ink consumption is based on a 6-line address containing on average 100 characters using an Arial 11 point font. Specifications are based on empirical study, and where not obtainable, on manufacturer’s specifications. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Remove the existing screws (SHCS 5/16-18 UNC) that are used to Figure 2-1 attach to the bridge ( ) end bracket to the rails. Depending on the kind of bridge assembly you have, there may be one or two screws. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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0.83” to 1.83” above the printhead nozzles. Use the two longer screws (SHCS 5/16-18 UNC) to secure it in place Figure 2-2 Place the regulator mount back onto bracket. Figure 2-2: Attaching Regulator Assembly to the bridge. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Figure 2-5 for the BK460 tabletop and for the BK660 tabletop. Mount to either one of these threaded hole. Figure 2-4: Mounting on a BK460 tabletop. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Figure 2-7 Figure 2-8 bridge ( ) or the other by adjusting the mount along the bracket ( 1.83" 0.83" Figure 2-6: Regulator module height differential (0.83” to 1.83’) above the ink pen’s nozzle plate. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Note: Ensure that the regulator module is 0.83” (21 mm) to 1.83” (46.5 mm) above nozzle plate level for proper ink pen operation. Figure 2-7: Adjusting the Regulator module bracket height along the bridge. Figure 2-8: Adjusting the Regulator module mount height along the bracket. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
The Apollo Ink Delivery Module (IDM) shown in can be mounted on various Buskro products including the BK700 controller, BK760/660/460 system, and BK1700 controller. This is accomplished by attaching an IDM mounting bracket on existing BK700 or BK760/660/460 units, while on BK1700 controllers, the rack-mount compatible IDM would be installed directly into a rack.
Route all cables except for the IDM’s power cable through the same rectangular opening located at the top of the controller. Then route the cables in the same path as the monitor’s cables. Figure 2-10: Apollo IDM mounted on a BK460/660 Controller. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
(DO NOT remove the screws completely) and slide the reservoir out as shown Figure 2-12 . Tighten the screws back down. EXISTING HP RESERVOIR ASSEMBLY Figure 2-12: Removing the existing HP reservoir assembly Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Take the power cable and route the IEC end of it through the same center opening from the bottom up. Attach the power cable to the back of the module. Repeat steps 1 to 6 if a second IDM is used for the opposite side of the controller. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Place the Apollo IDM on the IDM mounting bracket. Use the two screws (p/n 404510) to secure the IDM in place as shown Figure 2-15 Figure 2-15: Securing the Apollo IDM to the BK700 IDM bracket. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Place the IDM on the bracket such that its front face is oriented towards the operator. Then, line it up with the fastening slots in the bracket. Figure 2-17 Attach the two screws to the IDM and s ecure them ( Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Chapter 2 Ink Delivery System Installation Page 2-12 Figure 2-16: Attaching the Apollo IDM bracket to the BK760 monitor tray. Figure 2-17: Securing the Apollo IDM to the BK760 IDM bracket. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Chapter 2 Ink Delivery System Installation Page 2-13 ROUTE SERIAL CABLE THROUGH HERE. Figure 2-18: Routing of the Serial Cable in BK760. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Route both serial and power cable along the side of the controller. The Figure 2-20 side door should be opened to facilitate this operation. See Figure 2-19: Apollo IDM mounted into the BK1700 controller rack. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
The steps required to connect the power and serial cables are as follows: 1. Connect the power cable into a power source. 2. Connect the communication cable. 3. Identify the serial port in Compose. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Chapter 2 Ink Delivery System Installation Page 2-16 Ink Delivery Module IEC Power Receptacle RS232 Connector (DB9) Alarm Connector 4 Channel Ink Port Figure 2-21: Location of Cable Attachments Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
The power cable for the IDM should be attached to the power supply module (p/n BK- PSM-4H) of the BK1700 controller. This module is situated on a lower shelf with connection occurring at the back. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
(rightmost one) located at the top of the motherboard cage assembly. Figure 2-23 Figure 2-23: Insertion of the Serial ribbon cable into the motherboard’s COM port located at the top of the motherboard cage assembly. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Communication port icons, double click on the first Communication Figure 2-25 port and click on the enable button ( Make note of what COM port is used by the serial ports. Repeat step 11 for the second Communication port if required. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Chapter 2 Ink Delivery System Installation Page 2-20 Figure 2-24: System Icon in the control panel. Figure 2-25: Enabling Serial Ports in the Device Manager. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Click on the Hardware tab and click on Device Manager button. Under “Ports (COM & LPT)”, check to see what COM port number Figure 2-27 appears beside “Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port”. In , this is displayed as COM12. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Follow the step-by-step instructions included with the Serial Communication Card (p/n BK-COMM) to install this onto the motherboard and setup the software configuration. Note the COM port number used to attach to the IDM. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Ensure that HP Ink ports have been set to the COM port used by the Figure 2-28 IDM communication cable. See Click OK, exit Compose and Restart the computer. Figure 2-28: Compose Setup Screen Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
5-8). This can be modified by performing the following steps in the setup menu: Figure 2-29 Open the setup dialog box ( ) in Compose IQ and click on the “Print Heads” tab. Figure 2-29: Compose IQ Setup Screen Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Press down on the connector’s metal clips to eject them. Insert the regulator ink line(s) into the ink ports on the back of the Figure 2-32 module ( ). Ensure that the metal clips pop up when they are inserted. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Ink Delivery System Installation Page 2-26 Route umbilical through here. Figure 2-31: Routing the regulator ink lines through the BK1700 controller. Figure 2-32: Inserting the regulator ink line connectors into the back of the IDM. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
2.7.2 to learn how to use the Quick Disconnects). Note: Too much air in the ink pen can potentially damage it or cause ink to leak out. Follow the step-by-step instructions to prime the ink line (Section 4.1.4). Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Lift up the blue tab of the ink pen that is being removed and fold it back Figure 2-34 completely (as shown in the upper pen of Remove the ink pen from the printhead. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Once completely inserted, release the tab. To disconnect the fittings, simply press the white tab. The male end should be ejected. Figure 2-35: Connecting the regulator ink line to the ink pen or priming tool. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Alarm Connector Figure 2-36: Location of the 6-pin alarm Connector at the back of the IDM N.C. Switch 12 VDC Terminal Pins N.O. Switch Figure 2-37: Pin designation of the alarm connector Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Note: If you intend to attach an electrical warning device to this output, please consult with Buskro LTD. The Weidmuller part numbers that mate with this connector are the following: BLC 5.08B, BLIDC 5.08B, BLT 5.08B, BLZ 5.08B, and BLZF 5.08B.
. In order for the system to pump and monitor ink levels, an RS232 connection must be made between the IDM and Buskro Inkjet controller. The RS232 (DB9) receptacle is situated on the back panel of the IDM.
IDM will go to INK OUT. Unrecognized Cartridge ON when an unrecognized cartridge is used (i.e. from another supplier). Only Buskro cartridges will work. Cartridge Error/No Ink ON when there is a cartridge error (i.e. bad electrical connection, burst bag, smart chip problem, etc) or an Ink Out condition (no more ink).
The ink cartridge contains 350 mL of ink, enough ink to refill one ink pen over eight times. These cartridges can only be used once and must be purchased through Buskro LTD. Ink cartridges purchased elsewhere will not work with this system.
OFFLINE. Try another ink Table 3-1 cartridge and/or refer to Once ONLINE, the system is ready for use. Figure 3-5: Side illustration of the cartridge insertion procedure. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
3.3.2.1 Activating the Ink Delivery System Note: The system will only function with Buskro ink cartridges. Ink cartridges purchased elsewhere will not enable the system to commence the ink pumping operation. If a cartridge is not present, follow the instructions listed in section 3.3.1.
Remove the ink pen by following the instructions cited in section 2.7.2. Insert a new ink cartridge by following instructions in Section 2.7.1. Ensure the system is properly activated as outlined in instructions 3.3.2.1. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
The general procedure for cleaning an ink cartridge is to wipe the nozzle plate with a moist cotton cloth (can be purchased through Buskro with p/n 800900). Only distilled or de-ionized water should be used to avoid mineral deposits from building up on the pen.
(Section 4.1.1). Once this is done, the ink plugs can be forced out or purged by printing test patterns at high resolutions (i.e. 660 DPI). This process should be repeated until the missing lines are eliminated. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
Be sure to do this slowly and watch for air bubbles in the syringe. Once the bubbling has stopped, disconnect the syringe and reconnect the regulator back to the ink pens. Figure 4-2: Inkline Priming Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
10-15 ink refills (400mL). Note: Do NOT refill ink cartridges. Refilling processes and the use of incompatible inks may disrupt the printing system, potentially resulting in damage to the printing device, reduced print quality and user dissatisfaction. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
(Section 2.1.1.2). Ensure the IDM is online. Wipe and purge Missing lines/streaks in printhead. text or graphics. Re-insert the ink pen into the printhead. Clean the interconnect pads. Install a new ink pen. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Ink is seeping from the regulator nozzles. assembly is at the correct height (Section 2.1.1.2). Verify that the Text characters and regulator graphic are light. assembly is at the correct height (Section 2.1.1.2). Replace ink pens. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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The Ink Delivery Module POWER connection. The unit has not been powered on ONLINE can run from a power input of 100 – 240 VAC at 50/60 Hz. Ensure the power switch has been turned on. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Compose is loaded print bars 5-8 are even though there are included with the two IDS systems that are Apollo Array physically installed technology. Review section 2.5 of POWER the user manual. ONLINE Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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HP Regulator Mount Assembly (9103243A)........... A-19 Figure A-12: Manifold Block, Hybrid Out Assembly (9103298A)....... A-20 Figure A-13: Upper Bracket Assembly, HP Module (9103479A) ........ A-22 Figure A-14: Cable, Power Input Switched, Apollo Module (9103609A)....A-23 Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
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It is matched with the top number in the balloon pointing at the associated part. Part Number: This column represents the Buskro part number. Quantity: This represents the total number of a given part in an assembly. It is matched with the bottom number in the balloon pointing at the associated part.
Please note the changes in each item number for the different kinds of systems: Apollo Ink Delivery, System, 2”, BK660, 6’, NA (660-IDM2H-06NA) Item Part Number Quantity Description Reference BK-BULKREG-06 Regulator Module, Apollo 6’ Page A-12 BKINK-VERBKPEN Ink, HP Cartridge, Bulk, Versatile Black Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
MOUNT THE REGULATOR SO THAT THE BOTTOM IS USE THE BRAIDED SLEEVING (9101776) 1.0 TO 2.0" ABOVE THE TO TIE TUBES TOGETHER. LEAVE 7" OF BOTTOM OF THE PRINTHEAD THE TUBING EXPOSED ON EACH END. Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
BKINK-VERBKPEN Ink, HP Cartridge, Bulk, Versatile Black Apollo Ink Delivery, System, 4”, BK700, 15’, NA (700-IDM4H-15NA) Item Part Number Quantity Description Reference 9101776 166” Sleeving, Braided, Expandable BK-BULKREG-15 Regulator Module, Apollo 15’ Page A-12 Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
1.0 TO 2.0" ABOVE THE BOTTOM OF THE PRINTHEAD MOUNTS TO THE BRACKET HOLDING THE INKWELL ON THE SIDE OF THE BK700. DEFAULT SIDE IS THE RIGHT SIDE OF CONTROLLER. LEFT VERSION SHOWN HERE. Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
Apollo Ink Delivery System, 4”, BK760, 6’ (760-IDM4H-06NA) BRIDGE SHOWN FOR REFERENCE MOUNT THE REGULATOR SO THAT THE BOTTOM IS 1.0 TO 2.0" ABOVE THE BOTTOM OF THE PRINTHEAD MONITOR TRAY SHOWN FOR REFERENCE Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
BKINK-VERBKPEN Ink, HP Cartridge, Bulk, Versatile Black Apollo Ink Delivery, System, 4”, BK1700, 15’, NA (1700-IDM4H-15NA) Item Part Number Quantity Description Reference 9101776 166” Sleeving, Braided, Expandable BK-BULKREG-15 Regulator Module, Apollo 15’ Page A-12 Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
Assembly Drawings Page A-10 Figure A-4: Apollo Ink Delivery System, 4” BK1700, 6’ (1700-IDM4H-06NA) BRIDGE SHOWN FOR REFERENCE MOUNT THE REGULATOR SO THAT THE BOTTOM IS 1.0 TO 2.0" ABOVE THE BOTTOM OF THE PRINTHEAD Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
Tubing, Silicone, ¼” OD x 1/8” ID 9101292 Syringe, 30 cc 9103061 2x 4” Tubing, LDPE, 1/8” ID x 3/16” OD, 90 Duro 9103303 Coupling Body, Male, 1/8” O.D., NS4 Figure A-5: Syringe Assembly, Apollo Bulk Ink (BK-BULKPRIME) Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
Please note the changes in the item number for the 15’ system: Unit, Regulator Module, 15’ (BK-BULKREG-15) Item Part Number Quantity Description Reference 9103061 180” Tubing, LDPE, 1/8 ID x 3/16 OD, 90 Duro Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
Appendix A Assembly Drawings Page A-13 Figure A-6: Unit, Regulator Module, 6’ (BK-BULKREG-06) FOR 39" BRIDGE, LENGTH = 48" FOR 22" BRIDGE OR LESS, LENGTH = 24" Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
Module, Apollo Ink Delivery Module, 4-Channel (BK-IDM-4H) Note: When attaching the tubing (9103059) to the Ink Supply Station, insert it directly into the port without removing the rubber ring or the plastic clamp already in place. Apollo Ink Delivery System Buskro Ltd.
HP Regulator Mount Assembly (9103243A) Item Part Number Quantity Description Reference 404510 Screw, BHCS, 10-32 UNF x 1/4” 9103243 Bracket, Hybrid Regulator Height Adjust 9103266 Mount, HP Regulator Unit Figure A-11: HP Regulator Mount Assembly (9103243A) Apollo Ink Delivery Module Buskro Ltd.
Adapter, 1/4 NPT Male x 1/8 NPT Female Figure A-12: Manifold Block, Hybrid Out Assembly (9103298A) APPLY THREAD SEALER THE END OF THE CHECK VALVE WITH THE VISIBLE SPRING SHOULD FACE TOWARDS THE CENTRE OF THE MANIFOLD. Apollo Ink Delivery Module Buskro Ltd.
Appendix A Assembly Drawings Page A-22 Figure A-13: Upper Bracket Assembly, HP Module (9103479A) SET THE FLOW CONTROL VALVE TO A PRESSURE OF 5 PSI Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery Module...
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Contact, Female, #22-28, SPOX 9102772 Keying Plug, Universal Polarizing Pin Figure A-14: Cable, Power Input Switched, Apollo Module (9103609A) Colour Function Black Line Keying Plug Keying Plug White Neutral GLUE KEYING PLUGS INTO PIN 2 AND 3. Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery Module...
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Electrical Drawings Appendix Electrical Drawings List of Schematics Figure B-1: Electrical Schematic, HP Hybrid Rackmount (9102998AE) ....... B-2 Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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Appendix B Electrical Drawings Page B-2 Figure B-1: Electrical Schematic, HP Hybrid Rackmount (9102998AE) Buskro Ltd. Apollo Ink Delivery System...
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