Optical transmission touch system with compact probe for small machining centres and micro milling machines (28 pages)
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whit World-wide Radio-transmission System RADIO TRANSMISSION TOUCH SYSTEM FOR MACHINING CENTRES, MILLING MACHINES AND TURNING CENTERS Installation manual Manual code: D31031BG00...
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The information and descriptions contained in this manual are provided in good faith and MARPOSS declares that they are accurate at the date of publication. MARPOSS is not obliged to update the contents or to inform its customers of changes to the product.
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MARPOSS ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT http://www.marposs.com/compliance_detail.php/eng/rohs ABOUT POSSIBLE USE IN MARPOSS PRODUCTS OF MATERIALS COMING FROM CONFLICT AREAS, REFER TO: http://www.marposs.com/compliance_detail.php/eng/conflict_minerals For approval information for the WRS system and the declaration of conformity, consult the “WRS system approval specifications” manual (Code N. D31031MM70) on the attached CD-Rom.
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INFORMATION FOR USERS concerning the terms of the National Legislation enforcing the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The wheelie bin symbol with a cross through it on the equipment or its packaging indicates that the product must be disposed of separately from other waste materials at the end of its working life.
4.2.6 Duration of the batteries........................24 4.3 Fitting the adapter flange 2027885064 on a type 4390190xxx cone ............. 26 4.4 Aligning and fitting the WRP45 transmitter on the taper shank ............. 27 4.5 Fitting the adapter flange 2027885080 on a type 4390190xxx cone ............. 28 4.6 Aligning and installing the WRP60 transmitter on the taper shank ............
Original version This document was originally issued in Italian language. Should there be any disputes due to the translations, even if made by MARPOSS the reference text will be the Italian version only. Final test and warranty...
Conventions and symbols used Some typographical modalities were adopted for drafting this manual. Two types of safety warning were defined: WARNING This warning indicates the possibility of damage to the electronic unit and other devices connected to it, or of loosing data. BEWARE This indication concerns conditions of hazard to the operator or the technician.
The MIDA WRS system with radio transmission consists of one or more WRP transmitters (available in WRP45 and WRP60 versions) or WRTS transmitters that transmit the data to a receiver with integrated interface, directly connected to the machine tool’s CNC.
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RECEIVER WITH INTEGRATED INTERFACE (WRI) Visual indicators Probe state, battery state and transmitter error. Displays channels, sub-channels, battery level, Display signal level and receiver data programming • Isolated SSR in sink or source configuration • May be programmed as N.O. or N.C. •...
3.1.1 Signal Transmission The radio transmission system consists of one or more touch probes/transmitters and a receiver. Upon the system installation and configuration the signal is sent from receiver to transmitter, while during the use the touch and low battery signals are sent from transmitter to receiver. 3.1.1.1 Transmission condition The communication between receiver and transmitter (bidirectional) may take place through 2 types of radio transmission:...
After completing the operation, it is necessary to align the system (see section 4.3 on page 26). FITTING THE TT30 PROBE FITTING THE T25 - TT25 - T25P PROBE Figure 4-2. Fitting the probe – WRP45 transmitter. WRS – Installation Manual...
WRP60 - Assembling the Transmitter WARNING When fitting the probe, make sure that the seal rings are in very good conditions and correctly positioned in their own seat. Proceed as follows for fitting or removing the probe on/from the transmitter: Screw the probe (B1) to the transmitter (A1) using the wrench supplied.
4.2.1 Inserting the extension for probes (optional accessory) The extension is inserted between probe and transmitter to increase the measuring depth of the system. Proceed as follows to insert the extensions: Extension for T25 - TT25 - T25P probe • Remove the probe from the transmitter with the special wrench supplied with the equipment.
4.2.2 Fitting the stylus Here there is described the procedure for fitting the stylus on the probe installed on a transmitter. N.B. : The procedure described here after foresees the use of a crash-protection pin. This pin, placed between stylus and probe, has the aim of safeguarding the probe in case of accidental impacts on the stylus.
Mounting the single and double 90° adapter The external dimensions of the “modular transmitter + adapter + probe” system are indicated below, for both the single and double 90° adapter. Available for WRP45 and WRP60probes only. Figure 4-6. WRP45 with single 90° adapter.
4.2.4 Assembling the tool setter/transmitter WRTS Proceed as follows for fitting or removing the probe on/from the transmitter: WARNING When fitting the probe, make sure that the seal rings are in very good conditions and correctly positioned in their own seat. Screw the flange (A) to the transmitter with the wrench supplied with the equipment •...
4.2.5 Inserting and replacing the transmitter batteries A WRP45 transmitter is used in the procedure described here, but the operations are the same also if a WRP60 or WRTS is used. BEWARE Use only the batteries indicated Table 3-1. Do not short-circuit the batteries since there is the risk of explosion.
In use for 10% of machine operating time 400 days 330 days 230 days Table 4-3. Duration of the batteries WRP45 – WRTS whit T25P probe SPEED GRADE TRANSMITTER STATE Low consumption (batteries inserted, but not in measuring cycle) 1,5 years...
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N.B.: The battery life may vary noticeably in the presence of vibration. N.B.: The BATTERY LOW signal is activated when the remaining charge level drops below 10% and is intended to give the operator ample time to replace the battery before the system stops working due to a loss of energy.
Fitting the adapter flange 2027885064 on a type 4390190xxx cone When using a cone for type E83/E86 devices, first fit the adapter flange 2027885064 (A), then align and fit the cone on the WRP45 transmitter (see chap. 4.4): Mount the flange (A) (Figure 4-12) on the cone using the 4 screws supplied with the flange •...
• transmitter on the X/Y plane in order to align the system within 10µm. Fastening to the taper shank. Now the WRP45 transmitter is aligned and it is necessary to fasten it to the • taper shank so that it does not lose alignment. Tighten the fastening screws (A in the Figure 4-13) alternately until the WRP45 transmitter is locked.
Fitting the adapter flange 2027885080 on a type 4390190xxx cone When using a cone for type E83/E86 devices, first fit the adapter flange 2027885080 (A), then align and fit the cone on the WRP60 transmitter (see chap. 4.6): Mount the flange (A) (Figure 4-14) on the cone using the 4 screws supplied with the flange •...
Aligning and installing the WRP60 transmitter on the taper shank ATTENTION The taper shanks used for the WRP60 transmitter are not compatible with the WRP45 transmitter. To align the WRP60 transmitter correctly on the taper shank, proceed as follows: 1. Insert the pin on the WRP60 into the cone and then tighten the 2 grub screws (A) (Figure 4-11 - Point 1) until they make contact with the pin (suggested tightening torque: 1.5Nm), thus creating...
Aligning and fitting the WRTS transmitter on the fastening flange Here there is described the procedure for fitting and aligning the transmitter on the fastening flange. 4.7.1 Version with lateral washers Using the 2 fastening washers (A) (supplied with the equipment), fasten the fastening flange (C) with •...
4.7.2 Version with central screw Use the screw (A) to fasten the flange (B) to the machine table (Figure 4-18). • Figure 4-18 Fasten the WRTS on the flange with the 4 screws (D) without tightening them (Figure 4-19). • Figure 4-19 After completing the operation, it is necessary to align the system (see section 4.7.3 on page 34).
4.7.3 WRTS system alignment procedure Act on the dowels (E) aligning the plane (F) of the contact. • Verify the alignment with a comparator fitted either on the spindle or on the machine table. • Once obtained an acceptable alignment (25/30 µm), tighten the screws (D). •...
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Tightening torque summary chart On the Table 4-5 shows the chart illustrating the various tightening torque values for all the WRS transmitter assembly types. Figure 4-21. WRS tightening torques WRS – Installation Manual...
Description of the LEDs of the WRP - WRTS transmitter The transmitter WRP - WRTS has 3 pairs of LEDs (Red, Yellow and Green), offset by 180°, that give the information about the state of the transmitter itself. When the transmitter is activated the signaling LED emits a flash every two seconds supplying the state information.
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Opening touch during 1 Red flash detected. Check touch speed and measurement cycle compatibility of user set in use. WARNING If the event any of the anomalies listed in Table 4-7 contact the Marposs Customer Service Dept. WRS – Installation Manual...
4.10 WRS system installation guidelines N.B.: For any doubts or queries regarding the WRI receiver installation procedures, please do not hesitate to contact our Post-sales service, who will be happy to provide you with the ideal solutions to all your needs. 4.10.1 General installation rules The main advantage of a radio-frequency system is its capacity to communicate without being in direct “line- of-sight”, which means that it can be used to communicate correctly even when it is necessary to "go around"...
4.10.2 Installing the WRI receiver inside the machine Whenever possible, position the WRI receiver inside the machine working area. Select the position so as to guarantee a direct path between the WRI receiver and WRP transmitter, even while parts are being machined.
4.10.3 Examples illustrating recommended method for securing the WRI receiver to the panels Recommended solution Recommended solution when it is necessary to fit a guard Possible solution, although close to limits Recommended solution Solution NOT recommended due to excessive proximity to side panels Figure 4-25.
4.10.4 Installing the WRI receiver outside the machine The WRI receiver may also be installed outside the machine. It is necessary to adopt a series of precautions in order to guarantee reliable communications. In particular, if the WRI receiver is installed outside the machine and there is no direct line-of-sight path to the WRP transmitter, the following rules must be observed: The WRI receiver must be mounted on a panel and not inside a cavity or enclosure of any kind;...
4.10.5 Examples showing correct and incorrect ways of positioning the WRI receiver Figure 4-27 shows a schematization of the typical work environment of a machine tool. Use this schematization to understand how to fit one or more WRS systems optimally. Figure 4-27.
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The following are just guidelines. Anyway the receiver shall NEVER be installed: • Inside metal structures (except the case of installation inside the machine – here the machine is the structure and also contains the WRP transmitter). Inside deep niches. •...
WRONG POSITIONING: In this case WRI is installed with the glass in direction perpendicular to that of the machine window. As you can see in the figure, even in case of WRI 3 reflections the probe is difficult to reach. This configuration must be consi- dered critical and be avoided.
WRONG POSITIONING: The two Receivers are too close to each other and the antennas of the two systems interfere with each other. The radiation diagrams change and it sure that recep- tion/transmission is good enough in the direction necessary for entering the machine passing through the window.
4.10.8 Aligning the WRP transmitter The WRP transmitter radiation diagram is practically circular in a plane lying perpendicular to the transmitter axis. The intensity of radiation is at its maximum level in this plane. Although the system will function correctly when using reflected transmission paths, it is preferable to use the transmission direction illustrated in Figure 4-35 when defining how the system will be installed in the machine.
4.10.9 Using the radio frequency channels 4.10.9.1 2.4 GHz ISM band The WRS system uses the internationally reserved 2.4 GHz ISM (Industrial-Scientific-Medical) band, which occupies the following frequency range: 2400MHz - 2483MHz (worldwide) • The WRS system emitted power is approximately +4 dBm (~2.5mW), which means that it is classified as a class 2 transmission device.
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® The Bluetooth mark and logo are registered trademarks of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ® and are used under license by MARPOSS. C. Andon ™ This system is used for wireless monitoring on OMRON manufactured machines and features the following ®...
Communications are practically continuous in the channels used by the Andon system, therefore they may ™ represent a source of interference for the WRS system. In order to co-exist correctly with this system it is necessary to observe the following precautions when selecting the WRS frequency: Fc (WRS) ≥Fc (Andon ) + 2.5 [Mhz] •...
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2. Channel switching conditions The ACS system analyses the local environment continuously, and changes the channel only when absolutely necessary. The conditions that may cause it to switch channel are as follows: A. Cycle error If the system terminates a measurement cycle abruptly, causing the machine to stop running and generate the ERROR signal, it is necessary to try changing the channel;...
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3. Channel changeover delay Under certain noise or interference conditions, the ACS system introduces additional delays with respect to the nominal activation time indicated in para. 4.12.2.2. When the ACS intervenes due to noise: the typical channel change takes 2s; •...
4.11 Connecting the WRI Receiver YELLOW GREEN VIOLET BLACK PINK GREY/PINK RED/ BLUE GREY BROWN WHITE METAL SHIELD Figure 4-38. WRI receiver connection diagram. WRS – Installation Manual...
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The “+Vdc” symbol in Table 4-9 indicates the highest power supply voltage present (i.e. the + VEXT signal on the brown lead); the “-Vdc” symbol indicates the lowest power supply voltage present (i.e. the - VEXT signal on the white lead). ELECTRIC SUPPLY must be S.E.L.V.
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INPUT SIGNALS: 1. START, opto-insulated. Compatible with the operation of the systems with ± 15V rated electric supply, and low absorption of current. 2. SEL0/SEL1: opto-insulated. In order to select the desired sub-channel, the CN must assign these inputs as in Table 4-10 and Table 4-11. Table 4-10.
4.11.1 I/O diagram Solid -state relay signal Open Probe State Close Open Probe State Close Open Skip Close Open Skip Close Open Battery Close Open Battery Close Open Error Close N.O.= Normally open N.C.= Normally closed Figure 4-39. I/O diagram of WRI .receiver. N.B.: In the diagram in Figure 4-39 the BS menu PE parameter is set to “D”, see par.
4.11.2 WRI receiver/Heidenhain TNC 530 wiring diagram The wiring diagram that appears in Figure 4-40 is based on a system using code number 687K009002 and a Heidenhain controller. Pink Brown Green Black White Grey Yello Shield trasparent Figure 4-40. WRI receiver - Heidenhain TNC 530 wiring diagram 4.11.3 WRI receiver/Heidenhain TNC 530 HSCI - 620 - 640 wiring diagram The wiring diagram that appears in Figure 4-41 is based on a system using code number 687K009002 and a Heidenhain controller.
4.12 Description of input and output operating modes 4.12.1 Cycle start modes The START signal may be configured according to the following operating modes. 1. Status mode In this mode the START signal is interpreted on the basis of two logic levels: Logic low level: The voltage is not applied at the input •...
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3. Retrigger mode In this mode the timeout options must be used (see para. 4.12.4), since every START signal pulse is interpreted as measurement cycle start or proceed request. As can be seen in Figure 4-44, the second START signal pulse does not stop the signal, as in Pulse mode, but resets the timeout counter. If this mode is selected when an infinite timeout has been programmed, a default timeout value equivalent to 2 minutes is applied.
The following table describes how to associate the transmitters with the corresponding START input: Table 4-12. Associations between transmitters and START input SEL1 = 0 → PROBE A START1 SEL1 = 1 → PROBE C SEL1 = 0 → PROBE B START2 SEL1 = 1 →...
4.12.3 Deactivating the transmitter In order to maximise battery life, the transmitter must be deactivated (set to the “out of cycle” condition) when it is not in use. The transmitter may be deactivated in two ways: Radio deactivation: The WRP transmitter is deactivated by a deactivation signal sent by the WRI •...
WRI receiver and WRP transmitter, potentially causing the ACS system to intervene (see par. 4.10.11). It is also possible that the connection remains active due to the movements of the magazine, since each time the stylus is bent due to a fast movement, or similar action, could reactivate the timeout, resulting in increased drain on the batteries.
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1. Status output The output remains active as long as the stylus remains deflected. Figure4-49. Example showing measurement with Status output. 2. Pulse (Skip) output The output is activated each time the state changes. Figure 4-50. Example showing measurement with Pulse (Skip) output. 3.
4.12.7 Battery level low The LOW BATTERY signal is activated when the battery falls below the available energy alarm threshold; for more information see para. 4.2.6. It is possible to change the polarity of the output. The signal state is replicated by the yellow LED on the WRI receiver.
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In this case, the PROBE signal Status parameter when the ERROR signal is active (see para. 4.12.6 point 3) must be set to “D” (deflected). This means that the probe is considered to be deflected when the ERROR signal is active. The following diagram illustrates the TOUCH sub-routine, which is designed to prevent the machine from being stopped unnecessarily when the ERROR signal is activated temporarily.
4.13 Description of the Receiver with Integrated Interface (WRI) On the front of the receiver (Figure 4-53) there are: Digital display 4 alphanumerical characters Green LED “probe” PROBE1 and PROBE2 output statuses (see para. 4.12.6). Red LED “error” ERROR signal status (see para.4.12.8). Yellow LED “battery”...
We recommend calibrating the optical buttons (E) and (F) (see para.Figure 4-54) when the system is installed. Whenever the receiver is switched on, after the message on display reporting the serial number, e.g. ..MARPOSS 08FE1234.., it will be possible to perform a calibration by following the procedure described below: The message ..CALIBRATING.. appears on display;...
4.14 Infrared remote control The remote control unit is used to program the WRS system. Before using the remote control it is necessary to insert the batteries. 4.14.1 Buttons and functions PROGRAM HELP Figure 4-56. Remote control. REF. DESCRIPTION Use this key to scroll forward through the possible selections for the current parameter. Use this key to scroll backward through the possible selections for the current parameter.
4.15 Programming of the WRS System The programming menu of the WRS system is resident in the WRI receiver and is shown on the digital display. The following paragraphs describe all the functions of the menu. An HELP was provided to facilitate the comprehension of the menu: stay for a few seconds on the parameter or press the HELP key on the remote control and the description of that function scrolls on the display in English.
4.15.2 Pairing Programming menu Figure 4-59. Pairing menu. WRI receiver is looking for transmitters in Pairing state, i.e. that were switched on with ... Scan … the stylus bent, see section 4.15.2.1 "System pairing procedure“. WRI receiver found a transmitter in Pairing state. The display shows the serial number of the transmitter.
To replace or add a new probe, it is necessary to perform the WRP - WRTS transmitter and WRI Receiver Pairing function. For this aim follow the procedure described below: A WRP45 probe is used in the procedure described, but the operations are the same also if a WRP60 or WRTS probe is used.
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The display will show PAIR. ENTER the PAIR programming menu by pressing the ENTER optical button or E+ on the remote control unit. The SCAN function is automatically activated. Wait for the PROBE FOUND message to appear. N.B.: If the message PROBE NOT FOUND appears, repeat the procedure from the start. Check that the serial number shown on display corresponds to the one of the WRP transmitter and press ENTER or E+ on the remote control unit.
4.15.3 Programming menu of WRI receiver (BS) NOTE: Programming is left after the last data has been confirmed. Anyway you can exit at any moment by holding the ENTER optical button down for more than 2 seconds, by canceling the current sequence, or by pressing the PROGRAM key on the remote control.
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1. Described the programming data of the WRI receiver Firmware version of WRI receiver. Operating timeout: May be set to values between 4" and 16', up to an infinite length of time (--). See para. 4.12.4. Retrigger of timer T. See para. 4.12.4. Polarity of the PROBE1 output.
4.15.4 Programming menu of transmitter WRP - WRTS (PRB) Figure 4-62. Programming menu of transmitter WRP - WRTS. ) N.B.: Visible only if there are more paired transmitters. WRS – Installation Manual...
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The following is a detailed description of the PRB Menu: Select the probe you want to program. In case of pairing of a single probe, this function will not be shown and you are directly sent to the following step. The serial number of the probe you are going to program is shown.
4.15.5 Manual activation menu (ACT) This function makes it possible to manually activate the WRP - WRTS transmitter and put it in the measuring cycle, in order to test the system. The outputs towards CNC are all safe. This function is useful for testing the system.
4.15.6 System menu (SYS) This menu gives access to the system maintenance functions. Figure 4-64. SYS menu N.B.: You can exit at any moment either by holding the ENTER optical key down for more than 3 seconds, and cancelling the current sequence, or by pressing the PROGRAM key on the Remote Control.
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The following is a detailed description of the SYS Menu: Pairing list: This function displays the paired channels and sub-channels. It shows the next Pairing each time the ENTER or E+ key is pressed. The strings on the display of WRI receiver have the following meaning: _XYY : Touch transmitter (WRP) or tool setter (WRTS) on channel YY and sub-channel X It removes all Pairings: this function allows deleting all the Pairings stored on the WRI receiver...
Avoid contact with sharp edges and use cut-proof safety gloves. ATTENTION The WRP - WRTS transmitter should not be used if the glass has been damaged. Contact Marposs Customer Service to have the glass replaced. Figure 5-1. WRP - WRTS Transmitter WRS – Installation Manual...
6. TROUBLESHOOTING The table below lists the general procedures to be followed in case of system failure to operate / wrong operation. The anomalies are indicated by: • The LEDs present on the transmitter WRP - WRTS. • The LEDs and the display present on the WRI receiver. Table 6-1.
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LED flashing, state: “#1 Malfunction of the probe error” See Table 4-7. LED flashing, state: “#2 Transmission module error” See Table 4-7. malfunction LED flashing, state: “#3 T25P measurement head Contact the service dept. error” See Table 4-7. malfunction. Inappropriate User set: •...
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