Summary of Contents for StoneyCNC STEPCRAFT
- Page 1 Operating Instructions Industrial HF spindle | STEPCRAFT version Original Instructions Date: 31/05/2014...
- Page 2 StoneyCNC DCU ALPHA CAMPUS OLD Finglas Road Glasnevin Dublin 11 +353 (0) 87 – 7616324 Tel (mobile): Tel : +44 (0) 1432607908 E-mail: info@stoneyCNC.co.uk Website: www.stoneycnc.co.uk Please read these instructions completely before you use your CNC system and only operate your machine when you are confident you understand its operation and also the potential dangers associated with its use.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ABLE OF ONTENTS Introduction ........................6 Preface........................6 Meaning of the related symbols ................7 Unboxing and identification of parts ................8 Storage ........................8 Liability and guarantee .....................9 Warranty ........................9 SAFETY ........................10 General ........................10 Obligations of the operator ..................11 Recommended Use....................12 2.3.1 Typical Application Materials ................ - Page 4 Do NOT Interfere with the machine when under CNC control NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE WORKING UNATTENDED...
- Page 5 Ensure You understand the safety considerations of a machine provided in the open configuration without a safety enclsoure WARNING Read & understand operators manual before using this machine. Failure to follow operating instructions could result in death or serious injury...
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Page 6: Introduction
NTRODUCTION SPECIAL NOTICE Please note that on older STEPCRAFT control boards when the UC100 module powers down during use the spindle can start up if left on and in CNC mode. This has been rectified in more recent versions of the STEPCRAFT mainboard. -
Page 7: Meaning Of The Related Symbols
EANING OF THE RELATED SYMBOLS Symbols and texts, that are marked with the addition "DANGER”, warn against a specific threatening/dangerous hazard (serious injury, long term DANGER damage, death) Unconditional attention must be given to these references! Symbols and texts, that are marked with the addition "WARNING, "warn against a possibly threatening danger (serious injury, long term damage, WARNING death) -
Page 8: Unboxing And Identification Of Parts
NBOXING AND IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Figure 1: Identification of parts Figure 1 shows the contents of the industrial spindle box Main drive system housing with cable umbilical Spindle motor Interface cable ER11 collet spanners Carefully unbox all parts and inspect for any damage. TORAGE In the case where the spindle is stored and not used for extended periods of time (greater than 3 days) the system must be placed in an atmosphere free from moisture and from... -
Page 9: Liability And Guarantee
IABILITY AND GUARANTEE All statements in these operating instructions serve the certain and undisturbed business of the cutting spindle. The operating instructions are an important component of the spindle, its safe use, and the long term reliability of the system. These instructions must be read and studied carefully by ANY operator of the machine system before use. -
Page 10: Safety
sensitive electronics. Machine damage due to cable damage voids the warranty terms. 2 SAFETY ENERAL The operator and user of the CNC router system and associated spindle must inform themselves of the potential dangers prior to machine use. Please carefully read the instructions before operating the machine and always act with due diligence towards the safety considerations. -
Page 11: Obligations Of The Operator
risk of exposure to electric shock. In the event of any damage only allow a qualified person remedy the problem. Keep all connection cables within the machine area and managed appropriately. Always ensure that the work piece is securely fastened and clamped to the machine bed. -
Page 12: Recommended Use
If outside of warranty, use only original spare or replacement parts to maintain the same level of performance. Pay special attention to all recommendations outlined in this manual. ECOMMENDED 2.3.1 YPICAL PPLICATION ATERIALS The industrial HF spindle system when used on a CNC router is suitable for milling, boring, engraving the following materials: ... -
Page 13: Work Piece Clamping
ORK PIECE LAMPING Extra care must be made to ensure that the materials/work pieces are secured firmly with suitable clamp means on the machine table. Failure to clamp the work properly can lead to extremely dangerous uncontrollable situations. ALWAYS ensure your work is clamped down securely. -
Page 14: Cutting Tool Specification And Loading
UTTING TOOL SPECIFICATION AND OADING If the machine is used for milling or boring, the cutter should not exceed diameter 8mm. The maximum RPM range as indicated by the provider of standard or special tools must be adhered to at ALL TIMES. Always check the tool specification and do not allow a tool to rotate at a speed in excess of its recommended maximum speed. -
Page 15: Freshly Cut Materials
2.7.1 RESHLY ATERIALS CAUTION Freshly milled/drilled work piece material that has not be de-burred can have sharp edges. Care should be taken to avoid injury when handling recently machined work piece material. This is equally relevant for plastics and timbers as small splinters or small pieces of plastic left over from the machining operations can cause injury when handled 2.7.2... -
Page 16: Eye Ear And Dust Protection
interfere with the USB connection under normal operation. This is ESPECIALLY important when using a laptop as often the USB cable is close to where the user is interacting with the machine. The laptop can also be moved around. Any movement of interference with the USB port connection when the machine is in use is EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. -
Page 17: Safety Circuits
CNC spindle. ETUP 3.1.1 YSTEM SETUP Plug the interface cable into the back of the STEPCRAFT and into the back of the Industrial spindle control box. See Figure 2 for how this is carried out. Figure 2: Interface cable connection... - Page 18 Figure 3: Plug cable into the spindle connector Figure 4: Operation and control Plug cable into spindle connectos as shown in Figure 3. When in Manual mode the spindle can be controlled as shown in Figure 4. When in CNC mode the spindle will be controlled by the UCCNC controller.
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Page 19: Resetting The Software Before Touching The Spindle
Figure 5: UCCNC settings for idustrial HF spindle control NOTE: if you are changing settings Click in box to change setting Type in value Press ENTER key on keyboard to register value Click apply Click save 3.1.2 ESETTING THE SOFTWARE BEFORE TOUCHING THE SPINDLE DANGER Before you change the tool in the spindle and before you handle any of the spindle components in any way, you must de-activate the spindle system to avoid accidental spindle start-up during handling. -
Page 21: Safety Circuits
CNC mode. This has been rectified in more recent versions of the STEPCRAFT mainboard. Therefore when in CNC mode it is imperative that you act with extreme caution when using...
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