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TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller

Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide

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Jet Valve Dispensing

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Page 1 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide The fastest non-contact Jet Valve Dispensing System...
Page 2 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide CONTENTS SAFETY ......................5 Intended Use ................... 5 Safety Precautions ................... 5 Specified Normal Operation ..............5 Technical Details ..................5 Warning Notices ..................6 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ..............8 TS9800 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............
Page 3 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide TS9800 JET VALVE ..................41 Valve Modules ..................41 Specifications of TS9800 Series Jet Valve ..........42 Special Features ..................43 8.3.1 Normally Open................43 8.3.2 Quick Change Concept ..............43 8.3.3 Modularity .................. 43 8.3.4...
Page 4 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 11. TROUBLE SHOOTING ..................63 11.1 General Problems .................. 63 11.2 Key Variables ..................64 11.3 Nozzle Selection ..................64 11.4 Sample Parameters ................65 12. WARRANTY AND RETURNS ................68 12.1 Warranty ....................
Page 5 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide SAFETY Intended Use OK International cannot be responsible for injuries or damage resulting from improper applications of its equipment. Unintended consequences may result from taking the following actions: • Making changes to equipment that have not been recommended in the User Guide •...
Page 6 • The TS9800 Jet Valve System is constructed modularly. If a defect occurs, the affected module should not be interchanged with other parts. The whole system needs to be sent back to Techcon for repair. The cables may stay with the customer but need to be checked.
Page 7 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide • Never connect the TS9800 Jet Valve to a control unit other than the TS980 or the TS988. Connecting it to another control system will damage the valve. • Check whether all fluid connections are attached and sealed.
Page 8 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Carefully unpack the valve and examine the items contained in the carton. These will include: Jet Valve TS9800 (version shown below is without heater) Jet Valve Controller TS980 Nozzle Insert (order separately) Sensor Cable, 2M (6-to-5 pin connectors) Actuator Cable, 2M (3-to-2 pin connectors)
Page 9 Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 3. TS9800 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The TS9800 Series Jet Valve is a piezoelectric driven, non-contact dispensing valve capable of handling fluid at different viscosities. Jet Valve offers a fast-jetting action producing hundreds of accurate deposits in less than one second.
Page 10 4. SET UP INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 Mounting & Connection The TS9800 Series Jet Valve should be used on an automated XYZ table. It is very important the valve is mounted on the Z-axis gantry, in a secure manner, that will not allow loosening during dispense operation.
Page 11 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide The 3-pin cable supplies the power for the piezo stack from 0 VDC to 100 VDC (bipolar operation). The 6-pin cable transfers the data of the integrated sensor inside the valve. Disconnection is done by first rotating the locking nut on the cable’s mating connector a quarter of a turn...
Page 12 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 4.2 Setup WARNING: Before starting the Jet Valve System, carefully read through this user guide and pay attention to the Warning and Caution notices. Note: Complete disassembly and maintenance instructions can be found in Section 7.
Page 13 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Step 4: Slowly screw the nozzle • adjustment nut into the bushing/nozzle insert assembly. CAUTION: Continue to hold the assembly in the vertical position while hand-tightening the nozzle adjustment nut. Step 5: •...
Page 14 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Step 8: Mount the syringe bracket (8) by • placing it on the side of the valve, then use the 2.5 mm hex wrench to install the provided M4 screw (9) to the tapped hole and secure the bracket in place.
Page 15 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Step 10: • Connect ø4 mm OD tubing to the air fitting on top of Jet Valve (16) to provide air cooling to the internal Piezo actuator. CAUTION: This air source must be...
Page 16 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Turn on the controller by pressing the On/Off switch Touch the ‘Login’ icon to enter the login screen Enter the default password ‘0000” in the password window. Touch the ‘Accept’ icon to save and exit Attention: For changing the password, refer to section 9.5.1 Make sure the valve is in the closed position.
Page 17 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Use your fingers to tighten the nozzle unit into the fluid manifold until it comes to a complete stop against the tappet. Caution: Do not overtighten the nozzle unit. Touch the “Start” icon to begin the calibration process.
Page 18 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 12. Slowly tighten the nozzle unit until the LED light turns Green. It may be difficult to achieve a solid green. Note: Flickering green/orange is ACCEPTABLE. CAUTION: Once the proper calibration condition is achieved, immediately go to step 13.
Page 19 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 5. OPERATION 5.1 Start Dispensing The valve is now ready to dispense. Dispensing fluid, via cartridge/syringe or reservoir, must be connected to the air pressure regulator. Refer to section 11.4 to determine the correct parameters for your application.
Page 20 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 5.2 Parameter Settings for the Dispensing Process The TS9800 Jet Valve System works according to the control profile shown below: STROKE Valve is Open Valve is Closed Figure 4: Control Curve One Full Cycle (Frequency) Needle Lift...
Page 21 Heater inside the WARNING: Consult with the material manufacturer to prevent fluid manifold over-heating of material. Techcon will not be responsible for damages caused by hardened material inside the fluid manifold and/or nozzle After entering the dispensing parameters, touch the ‘Save’ icon to save all parameters to the current program location.
Page 22 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 6. HEATING 6.1 Introduction The TS9800 Jet Valve with heating system is available for heating high viscosity fluid. The heating system also helps to maintain constant temperature. Required parts: TS9800 Jet Valve with heater •...
Page 23 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 6.4 Mounting & Connection (w/ Heater) Step 1: • Slide the heat guard over the fluid manifold. The alignment is done by the nozzle adjustment nut and the fluid manifold with heating module.
Page 24 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 6.5 Setup Touch the ‘Login’ icon to enter the login screen Enter the default password ‘0000” in the password window. . Attention: For changing Then touch ‘Accept’ icon to save and exit the password, refer to section 9.5.1.
Page 25 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Touch the up and down arrows to set the desired temperature. Then touch the ‘Accept’ icon to save and exit Note: Maximum temperature setting is 90°C. Watch the fluid manifold’s temperature reading at the bottom of the screen .
Page 26 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 7. VALVE SETUP AND CLEANING 7.1 Valve Removal Turn off or disconnect the fluid pressure to the material syringe or fluid supply line from the material reservoir. Remove the material syringe from the luer-lock fitting. Make sure to use an 8 mm open-jaw hex wrench to hold the fitting tight while removing the syringe.
Page 27 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Unscrew the nozzle bushing/insert assembly from the nozzle adjustment nut using the nozzle installation tool. Carefully remove nozzle insert from nozzle bushing. Press new nozzle insert into nozzle bushing with the smaller end facing outward.
Page 28 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Re-connect or turn on the fluid supply and pressure. Run several purge cycles to remove air bubbles from the nozzle replacement. Wipe and clean the nozzle tip. The system is now ready for dispensing. 7.3 Cleaning WARNING: Proper gloves and eye protection must be worn before disassembling the...
Page 29 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Thorough Cleaning  After purging the system with appropriate cleaning solution, turn the system off and disconnect all connections to the valve. Remove the nozzle unit by using nozzle adjustment tool to rotate it...
Page 30 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Remove the nozzle bushing (6) with the nozzle insert (7) from the nozzle adjustment nut (8) by using the nozzle installation tool to rotate it counterclockwise. Remove nozzle insert (7) from nozzle bushing (6). Remove the O-ring from the nozzle bushing.
Page 31 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide ATTENTION: The tappet seal (3) usually remains on the tappet (red arrow), however if it’s stuck in the fluid manifold, the tappet seal can be removed by inserting the provided tappet seal tool from the fluid manifold’s outlet hole and slowly push upward on the seal.
Page 32 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Slightly engage the tappet seal to the tappet in the orientation shown. Push the tappet seal slowly onto the tappet until it presses firmly against the tappet bushing. While pushing the seal, do not allow the bottom section of the seal to over-stretch.
Page 33 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide ATTENTION: For the fluid manifold with heater, before using the nozzle adjustment tool to unscrew the locking screw, remove the cable guide (11) so it won’t interfere with the tool. Carefully remove the tappet seal from the tappet. Slightly squeeze both sides of the seal (blue arrows) and slowly pull the seal from the tappet.
Page 34 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Attention: When re-assembling the tappet assembly to the upper valve body after cleaning, make sure to apply Teflon grease to the indicated areas of the tappet and spring (blue arrows). 10.
Page 35 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Nozzle Insert: Thoroughly clean the nozzle insert from above and below using a • cotton swab. For the nozzle’s orifice, clean and pierce through with cleaning wire using a pin vice tool.
Page 36 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Clean the bore of the nozzle bushing with a cleaning brush. Move • the brush back and forth several times to clean the bore of any material residue. Fluid Manifold: •...
Page 37 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Fluid Box Adapter: Clean the opening with thread insert and the conical surface • using a cotton swab. Clean the bore with a cleaning brush. Move the brush back and • forth several times.
Page 38 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Luer-lock Fitting: • Clean the upper part with a cotton swab. Clean the bore with a cleaning brush. Move the brush back and forth several times. Adjustment Nut: Clean the internal and outer areas with a cotton swab. •...
Page 39 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Tappet: Clean the tappet with a lint-free rag or wipe. • 11. Clean the components in an ultrasonic bath: Place the nozzle bushing, tappet bushing, adjustment nut, and • tappet seal in a beaker. Fill the beaker with appropriate cleaning solvent until all parts are covered.
Page 40 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Compatibility of Sealing Materials Compatibility of Sealing Material with Selected Fluids: Resistant Substance VITON EPDM materials Acetone non resistant resistant non resistant PEEK, Ammonia non resistant non resistant non resistant PTFE Chloroform resistant...
Page 41 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 8. TS9800 JET VALVE 8.1 Valve Modules The TS9800 Series consists of three basic modules: Actuator System module Fluid Manifold module Nozzle Unit module Figure 5: TS9800 Jet Valve Figure 6: Jet Valve’s internal operation...
Page 42 Nozzle Unit can be easily changed and cleaned to minimized down times. The nozzle insert is a consumable item, and it can be easily replaced. 8.2 Specifications of TS9800 Series Jet Valve Size 4.9” x 2.7” x 0.63” (125 mm x 69 mm x 16 mm)
Page 43 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 8.3 Special Features 8.3.1 Normally Open In the non-operative mode, without supply voltage, the valve is opened. However, this is usually not a problem regarding fluid leakage. With high viscosity fluid, the valve will leak very slowly or not at all. To eliminate fluid leakage, the supply pressure to the material syringe must be disconnected before shutting the control unit.
Page 44 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 9. TS980 JET VALVE CONTROLLER Description The TS980 Jet Valve Controller consists of: External universal power supply for all voltages Electronically controlled heating regulator Microprocessor-based for the TS9800 Jet Valve Touch screen display with 272 x 480 RGB resolution Various interfaces on the back side On/Off switch for voltage supply...
Page 45 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Features CALIBRATION LED TOUCH SCREEN TILT FEET Figure 7: Front Face of the Jet Valve Controller Figure 8: Rear face of the Jet Valve Controller...
Page 46 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 9.4 Symbol Definitions Symbol Description Symbol Description Home Screen Calibration Settings Login (Lock) Logout (Unlock) Run (Start) System Inhibit Purge (Press & Hold) E-Stop Accept Cancel Change Password Counter Reset Run Method Service Mode Wi-Fi Setting...
Page 47 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Operation 9.5.1 Login 1. Touch the ‘Login’ icon to enter the login screen Enter default password ‘0000’ in the password window. Attention: To change the password, skip step 2 and proceed to step 4.
Page 48 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Enter default password ‘0000’ in the password window and touch the lock icon . The lock icon will switch to an unlock icon indicating that the login icon will stay unlocked until it gets switched back.
Page 49 Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 9.5.4 Resetting Master Password Please contact Techcon for the Master Password. 1. Touch the ‘Login’ icon to enter the login screen 2. Enter password ‘xxxx’ in the password window and touch the master reset...
Page 50 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Attention: The minimum rise time is 80 µs and the maximum rise time is 1999 µs. Touch ‘Accept’ icon to exit Touch ‘Open Time’ icon to enter the setup screen Touch the up and down arrows to set the desired open time in µs.
Page 51 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Touch the ‘Accept’ icon to exit 10. Touch the ‘Delay Time’ icon to enter the setup screen 11. Touch the up and down arrows to set the desired delay time in µs.
Page 52 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 18. Touch the ‘Accept’ icon to save and exit 19. Enter all desired dispensing parameters, then touch the ‘Save’ icon Note: The system will automatically calculate and display the operating frequency based on the entered dispensing parameters.
Page 53 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Touch the ‘Settings’ icon to enter the setup screen Touch the ‘Counter Reset’ icon to reset the counter Touch the ‘Accept’ icon to confirm or the ‘Cancel’ icon to exit without resetting the counter.
Page 54 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Touch the ‘Run’ icon to start the dispensing cycle. If Line Mode is selected, an external triggering device is required to trigger a start. CAUTION: For Line mode, the controller must be activated by a secondary source such as a PLC or XYZ Table connected through the 15-Pin I/O port.
Page 55 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Touch the Setting icon to toggle to the menu bellow. Touch the clould icon to prompt the Remote sever Enter in the Remote sever IP and use the 4900 default for the Port.
Page 56 If the update is a success, this screen will appear 9.5.11 Software Update Download the latest version of the software from the Techcon website and copy it to a blank USB thumb drive. CAUTION: The software file must be placed in the root directory.
Page 57 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Touch the ‘Settings’ icon to enter the setup screen Touch the ‘Application Update’ icon. Touch the ‘Accept’ icon to update the software. Wait until the update is complete. Remove the USB drive.
Page 58 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 10. SPARE PARTS AND SCHEMATICS 10.1 Tappets & Nozzle Inserts PART NO. DESCRIPTION TAPPETS 9800-TT-TC-07 TAPPET, TUNGSTEN CARBIDE, 0.7mm TIP 9800-TT-TC-15 TAPPET, TUNGSTEN CARBIDE, 1.5mm TIP 9800-TT-TC-20 TAPPET, TUNGSTEN CARBIDE, 2.0mm TIP NOZZLE INSERTS 9800-NI-TC-50 NOZZLE INSERT, TUNGSTEN CARBIDE, 50µm...
Page 59 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 10.3 Jet Valve Spare Parts List ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 7511-9100 ASSEMBLY, VALVE BODY 7511-9140-07 ASSEMBLY, TAPPET, 0.7 mm TIP 7511-9140-15 ASSEMBLY, TAPPET, 1.5 mm TIP 7511-9140-20 ASSEMBLY, TAPPET, 2.0 mm TIP 9800-TT-TC-07 TAPPET, TUNGSTEN CARBIDE, 0.7 mm TIP...
Page 60 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Jet Valve’s Spare Parts List (continued) Figure 10: Optional Cables ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 9800-ACABLE-5M ACTUATOR CABLE, 5M 7511-7060 ACTUATOR CABLE, 2M 9800-SCABLE-5M SENSOR CABLE, 5M 7511-7050 SENSOR CABLE, 2M 9800-HCABLE-5M HEATER CABLE, 5M 7511-7080...
Page 61 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 10.4 DB-15 I/O Port Functions NOTE: Digital output requires a pull-up resistor to the positive supply of the receiving device. DB-15 CONNECTOR FUNCTION TYPE DESCRIPTION LEVELS VOLTAGE OUT Reference – 24VDC Signal when fluid manifold...
Page 62 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 10.5 Serial Port Functions Note: Serial port is currently not activated. DB-9 CONNECTOR FUNCTION DESCRIPTION LEVELS TYPE...
Page 63 Disconnect actuator cable if controller Controller keeps reboots and stays on then the Piezo is REBOOTING rebooting shorted. Return valve to Techcon for evaluation Check connection of actuator cable Manual dispensing must be in Dot Mode Valve is not running Line Mode requires an external trigger.
Page 64 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 11.2 Key Variables VARIABLES EFFECTS • Droplet size can be adjusted by Fluid Pressure changing fluid pressure Droplet size can be adjusted by Too much fluid pressure can cause • •...
Page 65 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide 11.4 Sample Parameters Note: Parameters shown are for references only • Low Viscosity Jet Valve Techcon TS9800 (Non-Heater) Nozzle Size 70 µm Tungsten Carbide Tappet Size 1.5 mm Tungsten Carbide Robot Techcon TS2301...
Page 66 TS9800 Jet Valve/TS980 Controller Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide Medium Viscosity • Jet Valve Techcon TS9800 (Non-Heater) Nozzle Size 120 µm Tungsten Carbide Tappet Size 1.5 mm Tungsten Carbide Robot Techcon TS2301 Material Loctite 3103 - 14.5 KCps (in 30cc syringe)
Page 67 TS9800 Series Jet Valve Dispensing System User Guide High Viscosity • Jet Valve Techcon TS9800 (Non-Heater) Nozzle Size 200 µm Tungsten Carbide Tappet Size 1.5 mm Tungsten Carbide Robot Techcon TS2301 Material Loctite 3609 - 220 KCps (in 30cc syringe)
Page 68 12 months after the date of delivery. Should the TS9800 or the TS980 malfunction within the period of warranty, Techcon will carry out the repair, free of charge. Techcon must be notified of the failure in writing. In no event shall any liability or obligation of the manufacturer arising from this warranty exceed the purchase price of the equipment.
Page 69 This declaration is necessary even for unused valves. If the Jet Valve was used, all liquids which were in contact with the valve need to be listed in the decontamination declaration to Techcon. The signed certificate needs to be fixed on the outside of the transport packing.
Page 70 10800 Valley View Street Cypress, California, 90630 USA. Tel: 1-714-799-9910 Fax: 1-714-230-2303 E-mail: oemorders@okinternational.com Techcon European Corporate Office Eagle Close, Chandler’s Ford Industrial Estate Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 4NF, UK. Tel: +44 2380 489 100 Fax: +44 2380 489 109 E-mail: europe-orders@okinternational.com...

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