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- Page 1 Revision 6.1 Operating Instructions Serial Number: UVF2110025&26 Software Version: 6.1 3/29/2022 IWT Stud Welding/ International Welding Technologies, Inc. 2650 Egg Harbor Road Lindenwold, NJ 08021 (856) 435-8004 phone (856) 435-4004 www.internationalwelding.com Revision 6.1...
- Page 2 It is prohibited to transmit or reprint this document, as well as to utilize or disclose its contents, unless this has been expressly granted by International Welding Technologies, Inc. (herein also referred to as IWT). Non-compliance with this regulation is liable to compensation. All rights reserved, particularly in the case of a patent grant or GM registration.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Revision 6.1 Contents 1. General ........................5 1.1 Introduction to UVF-2 Smart Feeder ................5 1.2 Application ........................5 1.3 Information on the product ..................6 1.4 Serial Plate ......................... 7 1.5 Information on documentation ..................7 1.6 Information on operating instructions ................7 1.7 Conduct in case of malfunction ................... - Page 4 5.1 Changing the fastener diameter ................. 25 5.2 Changing the rail height ....................26 5.3 Ring Sensors ......................27 5.4 Feed Tube ........................28 6 Touch Screen Operation ..................29 6.1 Ready/Home Screen ....................29 6.2 Fault Screen ....................... 30 6.3 Fault Relay .........................
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Page 5: General
The system is typically controlled by a PLC or stud welder configured for automatic operation, such as IWT’s Titan GFX. If you need consultation or assistance in automating your stud welding application, please contact either our parent company or our field engineers. -
Page 6: Information On The Product
1.3 Information on the product Manufacturer: INTERNATIONAL WELDING TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 2650 Egg Harbor Road Lindenwold, NJ 08021 Tel: 856-435-8004 Fax: 856-435-4004 Product Designation: UVF-2 Smart Feeder Country of Origin: USA... -
Page 7: Serial Plate
Revision 6.1 1.4 Serial Plate The serial plate is located on the inside of the enclosure. It contains information regarding the manufacturers name, address, country of origin, product designation, method of welding, date of manufactured, production number and main connection values. 1.5 Information on documentation The following operating instructions are supplied with the UVF-2 Smart Feeder:... -
Page 8: Conduct In Case Of Malfunction
1.7 Conduct in the case of malfunctions If malfunctions occur, first try to detect and eliminate the causes according to the list in Section 7 “Faults”. In all other cases, contact our service department. If you require service, please make sure that you supply the following information: ... - Page 9 Revision 6.1 sensors, etc. The vibratory feeder bowl for this unit is rated at 2A. As such, the external fuse is a 3A slow blow type 229. The Rodix controller is equipped from the factory with a 15 amp replaceable fuse. Review the supplemental Rodix technical document attached to this manual or contact www.Rodix.com for more information...
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Page 10: Description Of Uvf Smart Feeder
2 Description of UVF-2 Smart Feeder The UVF-2 Smart Feeder is comprised of four main components: 1. The aluminum/plexiglass enclosure, 2. The control panel, 3. The vibratory bowl, 4. The fastener escapement mechanism 2.1 Aluminum/Plexiglass Enclosure The feeding system is housed in an aluminum and plexiglass enclosure which serves several functions. -
Page 11: Vibratory Bowl
Revision 6.1 manual for that device, go to www.IDEC.com or contact International Welding Technologies, Inc. for an Adobe pdf version of the manual. To the right of the touch screen is the main air intake filter and main air pressure regulator. There are two green indicators on the pressure dial which indicates the desired pressure value which is between 70 and 90 psi. -
Page 12: Fastener Escapement Mechanism
2.4 Fastener Escapement Mechanism The Fastener Escapement Mechanism individually feeds fasteners from the incline rails to the blow-over position, and then blows the fastener into the feed tube. A shuttle moves each fastener from the rails to the correct blow-over position. The precise shuttle end positions--either at the rail or at the blow-over position--can be adjusted via two ¼-28 thumb screws which act as hard stops. -
Page 13: Uvf-2 Smart Feeder Setup
Revision 6.1 3 UVF-2 Smart Feeder set-up 3.1 Power and Pneumatic Requirements The UVF-2 Smart feeder requires 120V 60Hz Ac incoming power, 3A minimum circuit. This is connected via the three pin Amphenol connector of the front of the unit. Additionally, the feeder requires a minimum air pressure of 70 to 90 psi. - Page 14 The 3-pin mini-receptacles are as follows: From left to right: Far Left Top – Track Sensor Far Left Bottom – Shuttle Out Sensor Middle Top – Ring Sensor 1 Middle Bottom – Shuttle Home Sensor Far Right –...
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Page 15: Interface Cable
This cable is used for remote triggering and communication with a PLC or an auto-feed compatible stud welder such as IWT’s Titan GFX. See figure below for typical interface cable connection. Also see Sections 4.3 Ring Sensors and 5.3 Fault Relay. -
Page 16: Dimensions
3.4 Dimensions The dimensions of the UVF-2 are: 21” Wide x 24” Long x 12” High (including lid’s handles). 24” 12” 21”... -
Page 17: Technical Data
Revision 6.1 3.5 Technical Data Feeding Range: #4 through 5/16-18 M3 through M8 5/16” through 1.125” long fasteners depending on fastener diameter. Feed Rate: Up to 30 per minute depending on fastener size. 3.6 Block Diagram Revision 6.1... -
Page 18: Safety Instructions
4 Safety instructions This manual contains basic instructions that must be complied with during installation and/or operation when using this feeder or in conjunction with an auto-feed stud welding system. It is therefore absolutely necessary that the operator and responsible specialist staff read these operating instructions prior to assembly and initiation. -
Page 19: Staff Qualification And Training
Revision 6.1 In addition to these symbols, the words “DANGER TO HEALTH” or “MORTAL DANGER” refer to the degree of a possible danger. Safety instructions the non-observance of which may endanger the machine and its functions are marked with the terms "CAUTION"... -
Page 20: Safety Instructions For The Operator/User
4.5 Safety instructions for the operator/user When using this feeder during stud welding, danger may result from high pressure high voltage in the control panel projectiles leaving the feed tube pinch points associated with the escapement You are therefore obliged to restrict the dangers to an inevitable degree and to point these dangers out to the operator and other persons involved. -
Page 21: Before Starting The System
Revision 6.1 MORTAL DANGER When welding, do not wear clothes soiled with easily combustible substances such as oil, gasoline and thinners, etc. Wear gauntlet gloves made of leather. Never wear rings, watches nor electrically conductive jewelry. Wear protective goggles to protect your eyes from welding spatters and flashes of light that are generated during the process. -
Page 22: Working With The Automated Stud Welding System
ensure that the unit stands firmly and that the table can bear its weight. Make sure mains socket and feeder are properly grounded. Comply with fire prevention regulations and do not operate in hazardous locations. Make sure room is well ventilated or extract welding fumes, if necessary. -
Page 23: Safety Instructions For Maintenance, Inspection And Assembly Works
Revision 6.1 switch off the feeder and disconnect it from the mains supply call 911. 4.10 Safety instructions for maintenance, inspection and assembly works Only carry out maintenance The user must ensure that all maintenance, inspection and assembly works when the feeder has work is carried out by authorized and qualified technical personnel. -
Page 24: California Prop65 Warning
Make sure UVF-2 cannot be used by unauthorized persons. Check the cable and connections for damage such as mechanical wear etc. and have damaged parts replaced by IWT customer service. 4.14 California prop65 Warning... -
Page 25: Setup Of The Uvf-2
(see chart below – Shim 2). Replace the feed tube retainer bracket and tighten the 10-32 screws. 6. Replace the tube retainer with one for the appropriate size feed tube (contact IWT for feed tube). Retighten the load tube locking nut. Stud Retainer... -
Page 26: Changing The Rail Height
0.073” 0.028” 0.062” 0.054” 0.055” 0.060” 0.036” 0.100” ¼” 0.032” 0.113” M8, 5/16” No Shim 0.178” Example stud change kit: rail support #29, stud carrier #23 and shims #13 and #25 5.2 Changing the rail height If the vibratory bowl is slightly higher or lower than the incline rails of the escapement, then the escapement rails need to be raised or lowered accordingly. -
Page 27: Ring Sensors
Revision 6.1 5.3 Ring Sensors The UVF-2 is typically supplied with a single ring sensor on the escapement. This sensor is installed on a plate above the feed tube retaining nut. The feed tube passes through the hole in the center of the ring sensor. -
Page 28: Feed Tube
#8 = 0.200” 0.235 (M6) #10 = 0.225” 0.250 ¼” = 0.290” 0.314 (M8) 5/16” = 0.349” 0.375 * *requires special load and drop tubes. Contact IWT for more information. The feed tube part number supplied with this feeder bowl is MC51401K144. -
Page 29: Touch Screen Operation
Revision 6.1 6.0 Touch Screen Operation 6.1 READY/HOME SCREEN Upon power up the touch display will change to indicate the status of the UVF-2. If all elements of the display are green, then the system is in its “READY” to operate state, or home condition. If any of the conditions required to operate the system are not present, then a warning indicator or a fault indicator will be shown on the screen. -
Page 30: Fault Screen
NO FAULT/FAULT RESET: Under normal conditions this icon will indicate a green NO FAULT. If a feed fault occurs, then this icon will change to red FAULT RESET. The operator will be required to rectify the fault condition and then acknowledge the fault by pressing this icon. - Page 31 Revision 6.1 When presented with a feed fault error the operator may determine the cause of the fault by pressing MENU, then FAULTS. When a feed fault occurs, the external fault relay is also activated which can provide a closed contact for use by an external device such as a PLC. The FAULTS display screen is shown below: When the system detects a feed fault, then the FAULTS screen can be used to determine the cause of the fault.
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Page 32: Fault Relay
6.3 FAULT RELAY When the UVF-2 indicates a feed fault has occurred, a fault relay is closed to indicate the fault condition to an external device such as a PLC. This relay provides a dry contact. The relay is capable of handling 5 to 120v at 1amp from the external device. -
Page 33: Reset All Timers To Default
Revision 6.1 if a fastener is jammed in the bowl this could cause a Track Fill Timer Fault. SHUTTLE MOVE TIMER: During normal operation, the stud feed shuttle will move out and back providing fasteners to the blow over position. If there is a jam in the shuttle, either moving away or back to its home position, the time allotted for this movement to occur will be exceeded. -
Page 34: Override Door And Air Sensor
Within the SYSTEM TESTS screen the operator has several options. On the left side of the screen touching any of the RED icons will active the associated feed operation. For instance, pressing the RED icon next to SHUTTLE will result in the shuttle moving towards the blow-over position. - Page 35 Revision 6.1 One or both ring sensors can be overridden in this screen. If the SENSOR 1 or SENSOR 2 icon is pressed, it will turn red and that sensor will no longer trigger a fault. This is useful in setting up the feeder on in a situation where the fastener is too small to be consistently detected.
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Page 36: Faults
7.0 Faults 7.1 Feed Faults One of the unique aspects of the UVF-2 smart feeder is that it can provide the operator with feedback if a fastener feed fault is detected. This section indicates common feed faults. 7.2 Track Fill Fault A track sensor is positioned above the incline rail on the escapement. -
Page 37: Shuttle Move Fault
Revision 6.1 7.3 Shuttle Move Fault There are two position sensors on the cylinder shuttle. The first sensor indicates that the shuttle is in the home position under the inclined rails. The second sensor is in the shuttle out position under the blow over feed tube. -
Page 38: Advanced Options For Oem
7.6 Advanced Options for OEM If the operator navigates to the “Menu”, then “System Tests”, then enters the manufacturers password in the field, an advanced options screen will be presented. This screen is used to initially set up the feeder and test the operation. - Page 39 Additionally, this screen indicates that the system is ready to operate since the Ready Status is also green. In the example above, none of the outputs are active. CONTACT IWT FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ACCESSING THE ADVANCED OPTIONS SCREEN. Revision 6.1...
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Page 40: Warranty
LIMITATION OF REMEDY In no event shall IWT be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages of any kind or nature whatsoever. IWT is in no way liable for any lost profits arising from or connected to this agreement or items sold under this agreement, whether alleged to arise from breach of contract, expressed or implied warranty, or in tort, including, without limitation, negligence, failure to warn, or strict liability.
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