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Summary of Contents for Renishaw NC4+ Blue F115C
- Page 1 Installation guide NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setting system www.renishaw.com/nc4 #renishaw...
- Page 2 Compliance information for this product is available by scanning the QR code or visiting www.renishaw.com/mtpdoc...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Supplying electrical power to the NCi-6 interface unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9 www.renishaw.com/nc4... - Page 4 Power loss and restoration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9 Setting the NC4+ Blue barrier air pressure .
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Page 5: Before You Begin
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. -
Page 6: Patents
US 7312433 EP 3864368 Microchip software licensing agreement This product’s firmware has been developed by Renishaw with the use of the Microchip libraries, under the following licensing terms: Copyright © 2017, Microchip Technology Inc. and its subsidiaries (“Microchip”) All rights reserved . -
Page 7: Safety
. To reduce the risk of shipment delays, should you need to return this product to Renishaw for any reason, do not return any batteries . In all applications involving the use of machine tools, eye protection is recommended . -
Page 8: Information To The Machine Supplier / Installer
Information to the equipment installer All Renishaw equipment is designed to comply with the relevant UK, 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: •... -
Page 9: Warnings
A warning label and explanatory label are permanently fixed to each side of the transmitter (Tx) housing (see page 1-6, “Laser safety and warning labels”, for further information). An adhesive warning label is also provided . Renishaw advise attaching this label to the outside of the machine tool, in a visible location . www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 10: Laser Safety And Warning Labels
Laser aperture / MicroHole™ Access panel identification markings, denoting system range (for more information, see the NC4 non-contact tool setting system accessories data sheet (Renishaw part no. H-2000-2223)). CAUTION – LASER SAFETY CAUTION SYMBOL The access panel is to be removed for service The caution symbol on the access panel denotes purposes only using the special tool supplied . -
Page 11: Nc4+ Blue Basics
NC4+ Blue basics Introduction This guide describes how to install, configure, maintain and service the Renishaw NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setting system . The NC4+ Blue unit is a laser-based non-contact tool setting system that provides high-speed/ high-precision measurement of cutting tools on a machining centre under normal operating conditions . -
Page 12: Guidelines For Best Practice
Guidelines for best practice • The NC4+ Blue unit is a precision device and must be handled with care . • Ensure that all mountings are secure . • Keep electrical contacts clean . • Mount the NC4+ Blue unit in a position that limits the risk of it being subjected to impact when operating the machine . -
Page 13: Nc4+ Blue Specification
WARNING: Laser radiation . Do not stare into the beam . Laser beam The unit is supplied with an adjustable mounting plate on the underside . alignment Weight (including 1080 g (2.38 lb) to 2000 g (4.4 lb) depending on configuration. 12.5 m (41.01 ft) of cable) www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 14: Nc4+ Blue System Minimum Tool Diameter Or Feature Size
NC4+ Blue specification (continued) Mounting M4 (× 3), M10 (3/8 in) or M12 (½ in) bolts (not supplied) for mounting via adjuster plate . Other fixing arrangements are available on request. Environment IP rating IPX6 and IPX8, BS EN 60529:1992+A2:2013 Storage –25 °C to +70 °C (–13 °F to +158 °F) temperature... -
Page 15: Dimensions Of Nc4+ Blue Units With Connector
(0.31) Dimensions in mm (in) Dimensions Model 55 .0 155 .0 97 .3 31 .0 61 .0 77 .0 18 .1 13 .8 NC4+ Blue F115C (2.17) (6.10) (3.83) (1.22) (2.40) (3.03) (0.71) (0.54) 55 .0 155 .0 97 .3 50 .0... -
Page 16: Dimensions Of Hard-Wired Nc4+ Blue Units
Dimensions of hard-wired NC4+ Blue units 30 .0 (1.18) Ø30 .0 Ø30 .0 (Ø1.18) (Ø1.18) 8 .0 (0.31) Dimensions in mm (in) Dimensions Model 85 .0 145 .0 72 .5 31 .0 61 .0 77 .0 20 .4 24 .5 NC4+ Blue F145 (3.35) (5.71) -
Page 17: Mounting Adjuster Plate Dimensions
View on A Dimensions given in mm (in) Cable with connector dimensions Straight connector 93.0 (3.66) 28 .0 65 .0 (1.10) (2.56) 90° connector 90.0 (3.54) 62 .0 28 .0 (2.44) (1.10) 49 .4 (1.93) Dimensions given in mm (in) www.renishaw.com/nc4... - Page 18 This page intentionally is left blank . NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setting system: NC4 basics...
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Page 19: System Installation
Align the NC4+ Blue unit (see page 3-13, “Aligning the NC4+ Blue unit to the machine axes”, for further information). Finally, calibrate the system as described in the appropriate non-contact tool setting software programming guide . If problems occur, or for more information, see page 5-1, “Fault-finding”. www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 20: Air Supply Information
BS ISO 8573-1 air quality of Class 2 .9 .4 . A solenoid valve is required to control the air blast . Both the air preparation pack for the air blast and the solenoid valve are available from Renishaw; see the NC4 non-contact tool setting accessories data sheet (Renishaw part number H-2000-2223). -
Page 21: Installing The Air Preparation Pack
25 m (82.02 ft) of the NC4+ Blue unit. NOTE: The membrane dryer features a small vent from which humid air is purged . Air can be heard venting from this port during operation . It is essential that this port is kept unobstructed . www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 22: Installing The Nc4+ Blue System
What to do next After you have finished installing the air preparation pack, install the NC4+ Blue system (see page 3-4, “Installing the NC4+ Blue system”, for further information). Do not switch on the air supply or set the air pressure until the NC4+ Blue unit and NCi-6 interface unit have been installed and electrical power has been supplied . - Page 23 Route the conduit (and spring covers for systems with connector) through the machine (for minimum bend radius values, refer to the table on page 3-3). A range of accessories are available for neat installation; see the NC4 non-contact tool setting accessories data sheet (Renishaw part number H-2000-2223).
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Page 24: Straight Conduit Gland Shown Fitted To A Typical Hard-Wired Unit (Fitted As Standard)
Straight conduit gland shown fitted to a typical hard-wired unit (fitted as standard) Z-axis locking screw Blanking cap X/Y-axis locking screws Straight adaptor Air pipe (from NC4 unit) Collar O-clip NC4 unit Conduit M10 (3/8 in) screw (not supplied) Barbed fitting Z-axis adjusting screw M12 (½... - Page 25 3-7). This will ensure that loads are not transferred to the NC4+ Blue unit when the machine operates . 16 . System with connector: Secure the spring covers to the conduit . Conduit (to NC4+ Blue unit) Conduit clamp Conduit clamp www.renishaw.com/nc4...
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Page 26: Installing The Nci-6 Interface Unit
(SSR) output. This is transmitted to the CNC machine controller. Install and configure the NCi-6 interface unit as described in the NCi-6 non-contact tool setting interface installation and user’s guide (Renishaw part no. H-6516-8500). NCi-6 interface unit... -
Page 27: Nc4+ Blue System Wiring Details
If electrical power to the NCi-6 interface unit is lost and subsequently restored when the NC4+ Blue system is in a normal operating mode, the NC4+ Blue system powers down and then powers up again without loss of the original gain settings . www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 28: Setting The Nc4+ Blue Barrier Air Pressure
Setting the NC4+ Blue barrier air pressure WARNING: Before setting the air pressure, ensure that the machine is safe to work on . Ensure that electrical power is applied to the NCi-6 interface unit . Monitor the set-up voltage as shown on pages 4-10 and 4-12 . Switch on the air supply . -
Page 29: Setting The Nc4+ Blue Air Blast Pressure
Readme file on the software media. Software routines for tool setting using various machine controllers and available software packages are described in the Probe software for machine tools – programs and features data sheet (Renishaw part no. H-2000-2298, available at www.renishaw.com). -
Page 30: Software And User Information
GoProbe app Programming of Renishaw probing systems (including NC4). Renishaw apps are available in China via Baidu, Huawei and Tencent . On-machine apps can be seamlessly integrated with a wide range of CNC controllers . Apps are installed onto a Microsoft® Windows®-based CNC controller or a Windows tablet connected to the controller via Ethernet . -
Page 31: Aligning The Nc4+ Blue Unit To The Machine Axes
Carefully tighten the X and Y-axis locking screws, taking care not to move the NC4+ Blue unit. Tool set up target Z-axis locking screw X and Y-axis locking screw × 2 4.0 Nm (2.95 lbf.ft) 4.0 Nm (2.95 lbf.ft) Z-axis adjusting grub screw 7.8 Nm (5.75 lbf.ft) Section on A-A www.renishaw.com/nc4 3-13... -
Page 32: Alignment Tolerances
NOTE: For best measurement performance, Renishaw recommends aligning NC4+ Blue units using a ball-nosed cylinder-type calibration tool. A mobile app (NC4+ Blue app) is available for step-by-step instructions on NC4+ Blue unit alignment (for more information, see page 3-12 “Machine tool apps”). -
Page 33: Maintenance
. You may undertake the maintenance routines described in these instructions . Further dismantling and repair of Renishaw equipment is a highly specialised operation, which must be carried out at an authorised Renishaw Service Centre . -
Page 34: Removing And Refitting The Air Preparation Filter Elements
3-10 . NOTE: Items shown within dotted box (A) are included in the air filter service pack obtainable from Renishaw see the NC4 non-contact tool setting accessories data sheet (Renishaw part number H-2000-2223). NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setting system: Maintenance... -
Page 35: Removal And Replacement Of Membrane Dryer Module
Replace membrane and dew point indicator . NOTE: Items shown within dotted boxes (B) and (C) are included in the membrane dryer service pack obtainable from Renishaw see the NC4 non-contact tool setting accessories data sheet (Renishaw part number H-2000-2223). www.renishaw.com/nc4... - Page 36 NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setting system: Maintenance...
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Page 37: Cleaning The Optics
• Precision cleaning solvent, lens cleaner or isopropyl alcohol . • Dust remover clean air spray . • Cleaning swabs (× 2). Access panel Pin spanner Cleaning tool Rotate cleaning tool (approximately 70 to 80 degrees) Insert cleaning tool www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 38: To Clean The Optics
To clean the optics CAUTION – LASER SAFETY The access panel of an NC4+ Blue transmitter head is removed to allow access to the optics . Before removing the panel, switch off electrical power to the NC4+ Blue unit to avoid exposure to the laser beam . Nozzle tube NC4+ Blue unit Precision cleaning solvent;... -
Page 39: After Cleaning The Nc4+ Blue Unit
NC4+ Blue unit’s status LED changes from blue to red and back to blue . NOTE: A mobile app (NC4 app) is available for step by step instructions on the cleaning process (for more information, see page 3-12 “Machine tool apps”). www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 40: Replacing The Air Blast Nozzle
Replacing the air blast nozzle The air blast nozzle can be replaced if it becomes damaged . Identify the cause of the damage and rectify the problem before replacing the air blast nozzle . Equipment required • Nozzle replacement pack . Supplied with: •... -
Page 41: Head Alignment Of The Nc4+ Blue Unit
MicroHole and the maximum signal is obtained on the voltmeter or set-up tool . Check that either: • the voltmeter reading is between 1 .0 V and 7 .0 V, or • the set-up tool reading is between 1 .0 and 7 .0 . www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 42: Using A Voltmeter
At the transmitter head, tighten the pitch and rotation locking screws to 2 Nm (1.48 lbf.ft). Check that the reading is still between 1.0 V and 7.0 V using the same device (voltmeter or set-up tool) used in step 7. 10 . -
Page 43: Nc4 Set-Up Tool
NC4 set-up tool Introduction The NC4 set-up tool (Renishaw part no. A-4114-8000, sold separately) is a battery-operated device that is used to provide a visual indication of the signal strength at the NC4+ Blue unit receiver head . The signal strength is shown on a numerical display . -
Page 44: Using The Set-Up Tool
Using the set-up tool The set-up tool numerical display provides a correct reading only when the NCi-6 interface unit is in the set-up mode – that is, when the NC set-up switch (SW1-2) is set to ‘On’. Check that the NC4+ Blue receiver head is clean and free of swarf . Push the set-up tool onto the top of the receiver head and rotate it so that the display is facing you . -
Page 45: Replacing The Set-Up Tool Battery
Typically, this specification can be provided by a cell containing Lithium-thionyl chloride (3.6 V). This is recommended for maximum battery life. A Lithium-thionyl chloride (3.6 V) battery will last the equivalent of 700 hours’ continuous operation . Battery manufacturer Part number Saft LS 14250 Tadiran SL-750 Xeno XL-050F www.renishaw.com/nc4 4-13... -
Page 46: Status Led Function
Status LED function The status LEDs on the NC4+ Blue transmitter and receiver heads indicate to the user the status of the unit . The LEDs mimic each other . Status LED (on transmitter and receiver heads) Colours shown by the LEDs vary depending upon the mode of operation of the NCi-6 interface unit . When the NCi-6 NC set-up switch SW1-2 is set to ‘On’, the status LEDs will rapidly flash code which is used by the NC4 set-up tool . - Page 47 LEDs . If the laser beam is clear and the LEDs are either violet or flashing blue/violet, this indicates that servicing is required. The system will continue to function as normal . For more information, see page 5-1, “Fault-finding”. www.renishaw.com/nc4 4-15...
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Page 49: Fault-Finding
. Poor machine repeatability Perform a health check on the machine . due to worn slides, for example accident damage, loose encoders . Loose brackets . Check and tighten the brackets as appropriate . www.renishaw.com/nc4... - Page 50 . access panels installed (for more information, when in set-up mode see the NC-4 non-contact tool setting system (NCi-6 interface unit accessories data sheet (Renishaw part no.H- set-up switch SW1-2 2000-2223). is set to ‘On’). Poor connection . Check that the voltmeter is operating correctly and is correctly connected to the NCi-6 interface unit .
- Page 51 (41 °F) or more greater than ambient and is humid, fit an air dryer (supplied as standard with NC4+ Blue packs). Non-Renishaw air filter is The air filter must conform to BS ISO 8573-1 being used . Class 1 .4 .2 .
- Page 52 Symptom Cause Action NC4 set-up tool does Faulty connection . Check that the NC4 set-up tool is clean and not power up. free from swarf . Check that the spring-loaded contact springs on the underside of the tool are clean and are not damaged .
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Page 53: Parts List
Machine tool support card • Laser warning sign Item Part number Description NC4+ Blue F145 A-6435-2200 NC4+ Blue F145 pack with hard-wired cable . hard-wired unit pack NC4+ Blue F230 A-6435-2400 NC4+ Blue F230 pack with hard-wired cable . hard-wired unit pack www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 54: Nc4+ Blue Hard-Wired 90°Unit Pack, Supplied With
NC4+ Blue hard-wired 90°unit pack, supplied with: • NC4+ Blue non-contact tool setter • Ø6.0 mm (0.24 in) × 12.5 m (41.01 ft) electrical cable (× 2) • Ø6.0 mm (0.24 in) × 5.0 m (16.40 ft) air tube installation pack •... -
Page 55: Nc4+ Blue Hard-Wired Full Installation Pack, Supplied With
4.0 m (13.12 ft) GP18 steel braided conduit pack • NC4 tools Item Part number Description NC4+ Blue F145 pack A-6435-3200 NC4+ Blue F145 pack with hard-wired cable . NC4+ Blue F230 pack A-6435-3400 NC4+ Blue F230 pack with hard-wired cable . www.renishaw.com/nc4... -
Page 56: Nc4+ Blue Hard-Wired 90° Full Installation Pack, Supplied With
NC4+ Blue hard-wired 90° full installation pack, supplied with: • NC4+ Blue hard-wired 90° unit pack • NCi-6 interface unit • Air filter/regulator • Ø4.0 mm (0.16 in) × 5.0 m (16.40 ft) air tube installation pack • Ø6.0 mm (0.24 in) × 20 m (65.62 ft) air tube •... -
Page 57: Nc4+ Blue Unit Pack With Connector Socket, Supplied With
NC4+ Blue F115C A-6435-2010 NC4+ Blue F115C pack with connector socket . unit pack NC4+ Blue F115C-R A-6435-2110 NC4+ Blue F115C-R pack with raised columns and connector unit pack socket . NC4+ Blue F145C A-6435-2210 NC4+ Blue F145C pack with connector socket . -
Page 58: Nc4+ Blue With Connector Socket Full Installation Pack, Supplied With
• NC4 tools Item Part number Description NC4+ Blue F115C A-6435-3010 NC4+ Blue F115C pack and cable with straight connector . pack NC4+ Blue F115C-R A-6435-3110 NC4+ Blue F115C-R pack with raised columns and cable with pack straight connector . -
Page 59: Nc4+ Blue With Connector Socket 90° Full Installation Pack, Supplied With
• NC4 tools Item Part number Description NC4+ Blue F115C 90° A-6435-3030 NC4+ Blue F115C pack and cable with 90° connector . pack NC4+ Blue F115C-R A-6435-3130 NC4+ Blue F115C-R pack with raised columns and cable with 90° pack 90° connector . - Page 60 © 2017–2022 Renishaw plc . All rights reserved . This document may not be copied or reproduced in whole or in part, or transferred to any other media or language by any means, without the prior written permission of Renishaw .
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