Contents Operating Instructions Needle gripper SNGi-AE Safety Notes......................5 Classification of Safety notes .................... 5 Warnings ........................... 6 Signs ..........................6 General safety instructions ....................7 Intended use ........................7 Requirement for the user ....................8 Emissions .......................... 8 Definition of the Danger Zone ................... 8 Product description .....................
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Opening and sealing the maintenance openings ............37 Warranty, Spare Parts and Wearing Parts ..............41 7.2.1 Spare and Wearing Parts ....................41 Troubleshooting .......................42 Accessories ........................42 Decommissioning ......................43 Explanations of terms ..................44 Conformity Declaration ..................45 4 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
This warning informs the user of a risk that could result damage to property if it is not avoided. IMPORTANT Type and source of the Danger Consequence ► Remedial action Notice This symbol is used when important notes and information regarding use of the machine/the system/the device are provided. Information on the use 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 5...
Explanation of the mandatory symbols used in the operating instructions. Signs Signs Description Description Use ear protectors Use eye protection Use hand protection Wear a mask Adhere to the operating instructions Activate prior to maintenance or repair 6 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
Intended use The needle gripper is used for handling (gripping and transporting) non-rigid, porous workpieces (e.g. substances, CFRP mats, foams...). WARNING Extending needles Injuries caused by pricks, cuts and scratches ► Wear cut resistant gloves 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 7...
No person may sit or stand in the designated danger zone. The working area is to be secured (protective fence or sensors) by the user/operator in such a way that no person can enter the danger zone. 8 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Product description Versions The needle gripper has a specific part designation, e.g. SNGi-AE 10 0.8 V 3 IOL The part designation can be broken down as follows: Type Supply energy No. of needles Needle Additional Stroke range Communication...
To this end, a distinction is to be made between electrically and pneumatically operated needle grippers. Only the electrical version is considered in these operating instructions. The needles in an electrical needle gripper are moved by an electrical drive. Communication can occur only via the IO-Link interface. 10 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
Energy monitoring (EM): Predictive maintenance [PM] ECO – Mode Calibration Offset value for the needles Voltage monitoring Production setup profiles Diagnosis cushion For details about these functions see section 6.4 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 11...
The maximum power is only measured in boost mode. 3.1.5 Materials used Component Material Main body PA6-GF10GK20 Inner Aluminum alloy, anodized aluminum alloy, brass, red bronze, stainless-steel, PA, PU, POM components steel Sealings Lubrication Silicone-free Screws Galvanized steel 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 15...
There are two M5 tapped holes on the front, rear and top respectively for mounting the needle gripper (see the table below for tightening torque). The appropriate holder for integrating the needle gripper into a tooling system is available from Schmalz (see accessories). Only the mounting threads provided are to be used for mounting.
5 µm, oiled or unoiled). See also chapter 1.5 The workpiece is used in connection with compressed air when using the blow-off function. Lay hose and pipe lines as short as is possible and without bends or crimps. 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 17...
Sensor ground Black IO-Link Gray Actuator ground for use with Schmalz connection line part no. 21.04.05.00080 DANGER The output signals can change when the power supply is switched on or the M12 connector is plugged in. Danger to life and limb ►...
M12-5 with open end, 5m part no. 21.04.05.00080 4.4.2 Connection via IO-Box For connecting the needle gripper to IO-Boxes, Schmalz connection lines and Schmalz connection distributors, for example, can be used. M12-5 on M12-5, 1m part no. 21.04.05.00158 M12-5 on 2xM12, 1m part no.
Personal injury and/or damage to property ► Wear protective glasses CAUTION Hot drive heat sink This presents a burn hazard ► Wear gloves WARNING Extending needles Injuries caused by pricks, cuts and scratches ► Wear cut resistant gloves 20 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
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The exchange of process data between the IO-Link master and needle gripper is cyclical. Parameter data (acyclical data) is exchanged by the user program in the controller. 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 21...
An IODD file can be used for integrating the needle gripper into a controller or a PC-Tool. This is available for download in two versions at www.schmalz.com: IODD in accordance with the 1.1 Standard, for use with IO-Link masters that use Standard V1.1.
► Wear cut resistant gloves IMPORTANT Non adherence to the performance limits of the gripper Malfunctions and damage to the gripper and the components attached to it ► Only operate the gripper within the specified performance limits 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 23...
Only an overview of the Data Dictionary is provided here. A full version of the Data Dictionary is available for download under the relevant items at www.schmalz.com. The default settings for IO-Link communication in both modes (IO-Link V1.1 and legacy mode) are as...
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EPC values in section 6.2.3 [CM] PD In EPC Word 7...0 Byte 2 low byte Dependent on the value selected by the EPC-Sel bits: see EPC values in section 6.2.3 PD In EPC Word 7...0 Byte 3 high byte 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 25...
„Needles moving“ [PD In 0.2] Following each sensor voltage interruption, return the needle to the home position! The needles-in-home-position bit is then set. The “Go to position” bit must be reset to “0” following each needle movement. 26 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
This then increases the retraction force of the needles. The relevant warning is sent to the SPS or the IO-Link master. Boost mode results in increased heating of the needle gripper so for this reason it is automatically deactivated again after the cycle. 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 27...
Now you switch back to the EPC-Select = "00", in order to be able to receive the EPC-ACK flank from 0 to 1 again for monitoring the next data. 28 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
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[PD In Byte 3…2] Controller applies valid EPC values EPC-SEL 2bit Ansteuerung PD OUT Reserviert EPC-ACK 1bit Rückmeldungen Geschwindigkeit % 8 Bits Reserviert Spannung Us CM-BITS PD IN POSITION Verfahrzeit Temperatur Verbrauch 16 Bits (t1+t2+t3+…)ms (t1+t2+t3) POSITION ONLINE 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 29...
The gripper must only be used with well maintained compressed air (air or neutral gas according to EN 983, filtered 5 µm, oiled or unoiled). The workpiece is used in connection with compressed air when using the blow-off function. 30 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
Only some of the needle gripper functions and parameters are described in this section. In order to learn about all parameters, please read the data dictionary under www.schmalz.com 6.4.1 Software version The software version indicates the software currently running on the internal controller.
This function does not affect counter readings, the zero-point adjustment of the needle position or the “Application Specific Tag” IO-Link parameter. The function for restoring the factory settings does not affect the currently inactive production setup profiles. 32 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
Sensor power supply is slightly outside the permitted required. range (in the yellow range) Check the travel path of the needles to see whether an excessively hard material Overheating is causing an obstruction. Check the ambient temperature 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 33...
In addition to this, a sensor voltage supply which is too high is also detected, error message 17 is then sent via IO-Link and stops any movement of the needles. see. 6.5, Production-setup profile 34 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
The profiles are selected using the PDO byte 0 process data byte. This gives users a quick, convenient option for adjusting the parameters to different workpiece properties. In the default setting, the P-0 production setup profile is selected. 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 35...
► Remove the needle holders before starting the cleaning procedure ► Wear protective glasses CAUTION Air flow due to blowing out with compressed air Damage to eyes ► Do not look into the exhaust air stream ► Wear protective glasses 36 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
Maintenance of the gripper under voltage and / or compressed air Personal injury and/or damage to property ► Disconnect the gripper completely from the supply lines ► Secure the machine / plant / system so that it cannot be switched on again 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 37...
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(e.g. a pen, screwdriver). The cover must be pushed out of the housing at the same time as the spring-loaded bolt is actuated. The area (red arrow) is serrated. 38 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
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► The position "needle retracted" of the gripper must be reached before needle holders can be inserted - see chapter 7.3. ► No further changes to the position of the worm wheels may be made after the needle holders have been inserted 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 39...
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Should one of the requirements not be met, the following steps are to be performed: Remove the two needle holders. See 7.1.3 Start up the position "needle retracted" again Insert the two needle holders. See 7.1.3 We recommend a test run prior to start of operations for the gripper. 40 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
The following list contains the primary spare and wearing parts. 7.2.1 Spare and Wearing Parts Type Designation Content Part no. Legend SNGi-AE 10 0.8 V 3 10.01.29.00405 Spare parts set 2 Mounting adapters needle SNGi-AE 10 1.2 V 3 10.01.29.00406 Spare parts set 2 Mounting adapters needle SNGi-AE 10 0.8 V 10...
Connection cable ASV IO-LINK B-M12-5 to 2xM12-4 10.02.02.04336 Connection cable for sensor ASK B-M12-5 5000 PUR GE 21.04.05.00080 A list of IO-Link masters approved by Schmalz can be found under the relevant parts at www.schmalz.com 42 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
After being exchanged or after final decommissioning, the needle gripper, as well as the components and assemblies that were replaced, are to be disposed of in accordance with country-specific guidelines. IMPORTANT Incorrect disposal of the gripper Environmental damage ► Disposal according to country-specific guidelines 30.30.01.00576/03 www.schmalz.com EN | 43...
EPC: Energy and process control EPC-ACK: EPC-Acknowledge bit; confirmation bit, which confirms that the needle gripper has received the change. ISDU: Indexed service data unit, acyclically requested parameter data between SPS and IO-Link device 44 | EN www.schmalz.com 30.30.01.00576/03...
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