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  • Page 1 PICO Controller Nexμs Operating Manual ™ Electronic pdf files of Nordson EFD manuals are also available at www.nordsonefd.com...
  • Page 2 Thank You! You have just purchased the world’s finest precision dispensing equipment. I want you to know that all of us at Nordson EFD value your business and will do everything in our power to make you a satisfied customer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Purging the System ..............................44 Switching Valve Power On or Off ..........................44 Switching Heater Power On or Off ..........................44 Clearing Alarms .................................45 Routine Shutdown ..............................45 Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 4 Write Request Error Response (Sent from Dispenser to Client) ................76 Appendix C, Industrial Ethernet Protocols ........................77 Ethernet and PLC Connection ...........................77 Communication and Programming ..........................78 Protocol Key ................................79 Appendix D, RS-232 Protocol ............................80 www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    As with all EFD products, the PICO Nexμs controller has been produced to exacting specifications and thoroughly tested prior to shipment. To obtain maximum performance from this equipment, read this manual carefully. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 6: Nordson Efd Product Safety Statement

    Hot surfaces! Avoid contact with the hot metal surfaces of heated components. If contact can not be avoided, wear heat-protective gloves and clothing when working around heated equipment. Failure to avoid contact with hot metal surfaces can result in personal injury. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 7: Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards

    Qualified personnel are those employees or contractors who are trained to safely perform their assigned tasks. They are familiar with all relevant safety rules and regulations and are physically capable of performing their assigned tasks. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 8: Intended Use

    Make sure all equipment is rated and approved for the environment in which it is used. Any approvals obtained for Nordson EFD equipment will be voided if instructions for installation, operation, and service are not followed. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Nordson EFD, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

  • Page 9: Fire Safety

    • Test: Verify the operation of features and the performance of equipment using the appropriate sections of this manual. Return faulty or defective units to Nordson EFD for replacement. • Use only replacement parts that are designed for use with the original equipment. Contact your Nordson EFD representative for information and advice.

  • Page 10: Important Disposable Component Safety Information

    Disconnect and lock out system electrical power. If using hydraulic and pneumatic shutoff valves, close and relieve pressure. For Nordson EFD air-powered dispensers, remove the syringe barrel from the adapter assembly. For Nordson EFD electro-mechanical dispensers, slowly unscrew the barrel retainer and remove the barrel from the actuator.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    WEEE Directive This equipment is regulated by the European Union under WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). Refer to www.nordsonefd.com/WEEE for information about how to properly dispose of this equipment. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 12: Operating Features

    NX protocol or PROFINET) (standard Ethernet) I/O port Bottom View VALVE DATA (communication) and VALVE POWER ports for the Pμlse XP valve cables Power / fault LEDs www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 13: Installation

    E-stop jumper (required only if an emergency stop signal is not connected) (Not shown) PICO Pμlse XP valve(s) (ordered separately) PICO Pμlse XP valve cable(s) (ordered separately) Quick start guide www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 14: Install The Nexμs Controller

    DIN mounting brackets on the DB‑15 breakout board www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 15: Install The Pµlse Xp Valves

    Referring to the guidelines below, install the Pµlse XP valve on the dispensing equipment: Nordson EFD strongly recommends using a valve mounting bracket. There are multiple mounting holes to allow for adjustment. Some valve mounting examples are shown below.

  • Page 16: Connect Power To The Controller

    In accordance with all state and local electrical codes, connect an equipment grounding conductor to the green ground screw. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 17: Connect The Valve Cables

    Connect the Pµlse XP valve cables to the VALVE DATA and VALVE POWER ports on the controller. Refer to “Extension Cables” on page 46 for available extension cables. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 18: Connect Inputs / Outputs

    Inputs / outputs (I/Os) can be connected directly to the I/O port on the controller, or alternatively to the I/O terminals on the supplied DB-15 breakout board using the DB-15 cable. Nordson EFD strongly recommends using the breakout board and DB-15 cable for I/O connections.

  • Page 19: Controller Status Monitoring Output

    +45° C (113° F). Refer to “Status Monitoring or Valve Temperature Warning Signal” on page 59 for connection details. • For each controller in the system, Nordson EFD recommends connecting a purge initiate input. A purge signal allows operators to purge the valve by pressing a button or other purge-initiate device. Refer to “Purge Initiate Signal”...

  • Page 20: Establish Communication With The Controller

    Ethernet cable Ethernet cable Typical network connections for using the Typical network connections for using web interface with one controller the web interface with two controllers www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 21: Install The Other System Components

    For all ancillary components, refer to the quick start guide and / or operating manual provided with those components for installation and setup instructions. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 22: Initial Startup And Testing

    NOTE: The Dashboard screen shows both the Heater Setpoint and the actual heater temperature. Detailed information about the web interface is provided under “User Interface” on page 27. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 23 Make parameter adjustments until the desired deposit result is achieved. Use caution not to exceed maximum frequency ranges. For detailed information about the web interface and additional system setup, refer to “User Interface” on page 27 and to “System Setup” on page 32. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 24: Installation Examples

    PICO Pµlse XP valve PICO Pµlse XP with a syringe barrel valves with fluid fluid supply supplied directly into the fluid inlet fitting System layout with one valve www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 25: Standard Ethernet System

    5 micron filter / regulator Plant Syringe barrel fluid supplied to one PICO PICO Pµlse XP Pµlse XP valve valves with fluid supplied directly into the fluid inlet fitting www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 26: Typical Network Connections For An Automated Dispensing System

    (back view) Vision-guided robot (PROPlus Series robot with Laser C shown) NOTE: The Nexµs controller is compatible with all vision-guided robots. Laser C controller (back view) www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 27: User Interface

    • User Password: nexususer • Admin Password: nexusadmin NOTE: For details about administrator-level / user-level access and changing a password, refer to “User Password” on page 42. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 28: Dashboard Screen

    Refer to “Setting Up and Refer to “Adjusting the Dispensing Parameters” on Controlling the Valve Heater” Wave Parameters” on page 32 for details. on page 37 for details. page 35 for details. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 29: Main Menu

    • Orange = Valve is not dispensing NOTE: You can also use the Start Cycle / Stop Cycle button on the Valve and Wave Parameters screen to control dispensing. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 30: Buttons And Screen Colors

    Logout Settings User Password Configuration Admin Import/Export Logs Start Cycle Valve Password Wave Alert Language NX Protocol Start Purge Parameters Dashboard Lockout Reset Temperature Wave Profile www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 31: Entering Values

    Entering a value and value being saved Value saved Value not allowed (hover the cursor over the caution symbol to see the allowable parameter range) www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 32: System Setup

    Refer to “Valve Dispensing Parameters Screen” on page 33 for details about each element of this screen. Valve Dispensing Parameters area of the Valve & Wave Parameters screen www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 33 Frequency Sets how fast the valve operates. A lower frequency causes slower operation; a higher frequency causes faster operation. Range: 1–1000 (Hz) Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 34 NOTE: The valve is normally open and power must be applied to close it. Always turn the valve ON before applying fluid and air pressure; otherwise, the valve will leak. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Wave Parameters

    To fine-tune the wave profile, adjust the settings in the Wave Parameters area of the screen. Refer to “Wave Parameters Screen” on page 36 for details about each element of this screen. Wave Parameters area of the Valve & Wave Parameters screen www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 36 For fluids with a viscosity lower than 1000 cP, do not use aggressively low Open Time / Close Time settings (i.e., settings lower than 250 µs / 0.25 ms); doing so can damage the valve. Nordson EFD recommends starting with higher Open Time / Close Time settings (250 µs / 0.25 ms or greater), then decreasing in small increments based on the dispensing results.

  • Page 37: Setting Up And Controlling The Valve Heater

    Enter settings for your application, or use the heater POWER toggle to switch heater power ON or OFF. Refer to “Temperature Screen” on page 38 for details about each element of this screen. Temperature screen www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 38 • Remote: The system uses the heater temperature setpoint from the remote input supplied through the I/O connector. Refer to “I/O Port Pin Assignments” on page 56 to connect inputs / outputs. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 39: Viewing Or Changing System Settings

    Settings sub-menu (remains This sub-screen changes visible as long as Settings is depending on the selected selected) sub-menu item Settings screen and sub‑menu (Industrial Ethernet sub‑screen shown) www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 40 Select or deselect the functions you want to lock out. The selected functions cannot be changed or used, but the settings can still be viewed. Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 41 Wave Parameters” on page 35. Admin Use to change the administrator Password password. Administrator access allows full control of all system functions. Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 42 • Valve Serial Number • Valve Model Number • Shot Count (total number of shots in the Timed mode) To update the firmware, follow the on- screen instructions. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 43: Operation

    • The green LED on the front of the controller illuminates when the pump cycles. • The Dispensing indicator on the Status Bar illuminates blue when the valve is dispensing. Power and Fault LEDs www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 44: Purging The System

    Before switching valve power OFF, shut off the fluid supply pressure (as prompted by the system), then click CONFIRM. Switching Heater Power On or Off Refer to “Setting Up and Controlling the Valve Heater” on page 37. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 45: Clearing Alarms

    • Removing the fluid body assembly. • Purging the valve with the process fluid. • Purging the valve with cleaning fluid. • Cleaning the valve fluid paths. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 46: Part Numbers

    7366523 9 m (29.5 ft) valve extension cable set* 7366524 12 m (39.4 ft) valve extension cable set* *Includes one power cable and one communication cable www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Logs sub-menu (remains This sub-screen changes visible as long as Logs is depending on the selected selected) sub-menu item Logs screen and sub‑menu (Errors sub‑screen shown) www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 48: Logs Screen

    See “Dispensing log” on page 49 for a screen capture of this log. Download Logs Use to download any log. Refer to “Downloading Logs” on page 50 for details. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 49 PICO Nexμs Series Controllers Troubleshooting (continued) Logs Screen (continued) Parameter log NOTE: This log includes multiple columns; use the scroll bar to view all the columns. Dispensing log www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 50: Viewing Logs

    • All log files are exported as *.csv files. This file format can be viewed in most text editing and spreadsheet applications. • Only the last five download logs are available. Newer logs overwrite older logs. Download Logs screen www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 51: General Troubleshooting

    Ensure that the wiring is correctly stripped and that the conductors are making contact on the 15 pin connector Valve not powered ON Verify that the valve POWER is ON. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 52: Error Code Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting (continued) Error Code Troubleshooting NOTES: • For troubleshooting not related to error codes, refer to “General Troubleshooting” on page 51. • Nordson EFD strongly recommends monitoring all “Notification only” errors and addressing those errors that frequently recur. Error Error Name Related to...
  • Page 53 System cannot detect a valid valve connected to the controller: • Ensure that all wiring connections are correct. • Ensure that the valve cables are properly connected. Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 54 Invalid possible vendor for service. Controller Almost • Controller • Notification only Controller temperature is close to the shutoff Over Temperature temperature. Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 55 Data vendor for service. • Dispensing continues Not used Stack Almost Over • Valve • Notification only Stack temperature is close to the shutoff Temperature temperature. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 56: Technical Data

    Purge (+) Input Purge (-) Input Analog in (0–10V) Analog GND Input External 24V input DB-15 breakout Output 24 VDC (100 mA) out board (optional) DB-15 cable www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 57: Wiring Diagrams

    NOTE: If an emergency stop circuit is not needed, install the supplied E-stop jumper on pins 1 and 2. The pump will dispense only if these pins are connected. E-stop jumper Pin 2: Estop_L NC (normally closed) Pin 1: Estop_H www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 58: Purge Initiate Signal

    NOTE: Sinking is synonymous with NPN (Negative, Positive, Negative). Pin 15: 24 VDC Pin 11: Purge (-) External contact Pin 10: NO (normally open) Purge (+) Pin 9: GND www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 59: Status Monitoring Or Valve Temperature Warning Signal

    Pin 7: Error (out) Internal 24V Power Pin 14: External 24V input Pin 13: Analog GND Pin 9: GND Pin 8: Running (out) Pin 7: Error (out) www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 60: Schematics

    Optocoupler Pin 5 External_Trigger+ TVS2 C2 Pin 6 External_Trigger+ Optocoupler Pin 10 Purge + Pin 11 Purge + +24V +24V 1.2K Optocoupler Pin 2 Estop_L 1.2K www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 61: Controller Outputs

    PICO Nexμs Series Controllers Technical Data (continued) Schematics (continued) Controller Outputs Optocoupler Pin 14 External_24V Pin 7 Error_Out Optocoupler Pin 14 External_24V Pin 8 Running_Out www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 62: Appendix A, Changing The Ip Address Of A Computer

    Windows 7 (typical) Windows 10 (typical) Double-click (Windows 7) or right-click (Windows 10) to select “Properties.” Windows 7 Windows 10 www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 63 IP address. The digit range for each field is 1–255. Click OK > OK to save the new IP address. Windows 7 Windows 10 www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 64: Appendix B, Nx Protocol

    • Throughout this appendix, the user is referred to as the Client. • The Nordson NX Client Application is a software application that shows how the registers can be written to fully control a Nexμs controller using the NX protocol, thus allowing a greater understanding of the communication process.

  • Page 65: Nordson Nx Client Application For Nx Protocol Implementation

    Nordson NX Client Application for NX Protocol Implementation The Nordson NX Client Application shows how the controller settings (registers) can be written to fully control a Nexμs controller using the NX protocol, thus allowing a greater understanding of the communication process. You can use the Nordson NX Client Application to facilitate the implementation and development of your own PLC application.
  • Page 66 When polling is active, the Message Log shows the current values stored in the Message Log registers (the raw data received from the controller). Clear Messages Click to clear the Message Log. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 67 To read a string of registers from the controller, enter the number of registers to No of Registers read (starting from the specified Base Reg No). Receive Multiple: Click to read the specified register set string. Send Multiple www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 68: Register Set For The Nx Protocol

    Register Set for the NX Protocol This section includes the complete register set for programming the Nexμs controller via the NX protocol. To facilitate implementation and use of the register set, Nordson EFD recommends using the Nordson NX Client Application as described in the previous section.
  • Page 69 Error code as generated by the field- programmable gate array (FPGA) REG 30 Valve Serial Number No Data — — Type REG 31 Valve Firmware Version No Data — — Type www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 70: Input Table

    22 + 25 = 4 + 32 = 36. So, sending “16, 2, 2, 528, 36;” to the controller would set and clear only the specified bits. Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 71 Reserved None — — — REG 29 Reserved None — — — REG 30 Reserved None — — — REG 31 Reserved None — — — www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 72: Reg 1 (Output Status) Details Table

    0 = No response 1 = Response status BIT_15 Network change complete response success / failed 0 = Network change failed 1 = Network change succeeded www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 73: Reg 2 (Output Digitals) / Reg 2 (Input Digitals Set) / Reg 3 (Input Digitals Clear) Details Table

    Refer to “Custom Wave Details Table” on page 74. BIT_14 Custom Wave 1 Refer to “Custom Wave Details Table” on page 74. BIT_15 Custom Wave 2 Refer to “Custom Wave Details Table” on page 74. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 74: Reg 0 (Input Status Set) Details Table

    Digitals: Custom Wave Details CW_2 CW_1 CW_0 Comments Profile 0 Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 Profile 5 (Smooth) Profile 6 (Ramp) Profile 7 www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 75: Message Format For The Nx Protocol

    This section provides the read, write, and error messages that are implemented in the server (the Nexμs controller). The server and the Client (the PLC / PC) communicate over standard TCP/IP. The Nordson NX Client Application uses the message format shown in this section. Any PLC or program can use this format to communicate with the dispenser.

  • Page 76: Write Request (Sent From Client To Dispenser)

    …. …. Write Request Error Response (Sent from Dispenser to Client) Description Data Command 144 (0x90) Error Code -1 (Data Format Error) -2 (Data Limit Error) www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 77: Appendix C, Industrial Ethernet Protocols

    You will need the following items: • PLC with EtherNet/IP or PROFINET compatibility • PLC configuration file (EDS or GSDML) downloaded from the Nordson EFD Nexμs controller web page • Category 5e Ethernet cables (or similar), or an Ethernet crossover cable •...

  • Page 78: Communication And Programming

    (refer to the “Protocol Key” on page 79). When communication is established and working, use the “Protocol Key” on page 79 to accomplish the PLC programming for your application. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 79: Protocol Key

    Cycle (time) 67 -> 999999 in11 Cycle Time High out20, out21 out21, out20 Close Volts Close Voltage 10 -> 130 out22, out23 out23, out22 in12 www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.

  • Page 80: Appendix D, Rs-232 Protocol

    • The return constant (Enter key: ↵) is depicted as [Enter] in all examples. For RS-232 communication, make the connections shown below to the I/O port. Direction Description Input RS-232 RX Output RS-232 TX www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 81 Stroke..: 0070 Up Ramp Time.: 000.500ms Dwn Ramp Time: 000.250ms Close Voltage: 090 Numb Shots...: 0000398174 Power Mode: ON at boot up Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 82 Where xxxx.xx is the OPEN time (in ms) COUNT in one command 0002.23,0005.77,00535 Where yyyy.yy is the CLOSE time (in ms) Where zzzzz is COUNT *Not implemented for the Nexus controller. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 83 Reads the adjustable rrng rrng [Enter] temperature range limit Temp Range = 06.0C for I/O 1 pin 5 (Status of Temperature) *Not implemented for the Nexus controller. www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 84 (Driver)” on page 81. Input Configuration... Pin 6 = Error Reset Pin 12 = Valve Purge Control *Not implemented for the Nexus controller. Continued on next page www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 85 Set baud rate to 2baud received. 38400 bps Set baud rate to 3baud 19200 bps Set baud rate to 9600 4baud bps (default) www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 86 (active alarms) Alarm:0x90 as a bitmap or SYS OK when there are no stat [Enter] alarms SYS OK arst Resets a currently arst arst [Enter] active alarm www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 87 PICO Nexμs Series Controllers Notes www.nordsonefd.com info@nordsonefd.com +1-401-431-7000 Sales and service of Nordson EFD dispensing systems are available worldwide.
  • Page 88 NORDSON EFD ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This Nordson EFD product is warranted for one year from the date of purchase to be free from defects in material and workmanship (but not against damage caused by misuse, abrasion, corrosion, negligence, accident, faulty installation, or by dispensing material incompatible with equipment) when the equipment is installed and operated in accordance with factory recommendations and instructions.

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