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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Manual No.: 15757001 .0 .20 Date of Release TargetMaster TargetDoser TargetZ TargetX TargetGrip...
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Service Manuals: Struers Service Manuals may only be used by a trained technician authorised by Struers. The Service Manual may only be used in connection with Struers equipment covered by the Service Manual. Struers assumes no responsibility for errors in the manual text/illustrations. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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The equipment should only be used for its intended purpose and as detailed in the Instruction Manual. The equipment is designed for use with consumables supplied by Struers. If subjected to misuse, improper installation, alteration, neglect, accident or improper repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage(s) to the user or the equipment.
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The equipment should only be used for its intended purpose and as detailed in the Instruction Manual. The equipment is designed for use with consumables supplied by Struers. If subjected to misuse, improper installation, alteration, neglect, accident or improper repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage(s) to the user or the equipment.
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The equipment should only be used for its intended purpose and as detailed in the Instruction Manual. The equipment is designed for use with consumables supplied by Struers. If subjected to misuse, improper installation, alteration, neglect, accident or improper repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage(s) to the user or the equipment.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Disposal Equipment marked with a WEEE symbol contain electrical and electronic components and must not be disposed of as general waste. Please contact your local authorities for information on the correct method of disposal in accordance with national legislation.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Instruction Manual Table of Contents Page 1. Getting Started with TargetMaster Unpacking TargetMaster ..............7 Placing TargetMaster ................. 7 Checking the Contents of the Packing Boxes ........8 Getting Acquainted with TargetMaster ..........9 Front of TargetMaster ............... 9 Rear of the TargetMaster ............
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual 2. Getting Started with TargetDoser Unpacking TargetDoser ..............21 Placing TargetDoser ................ 21 Checking the Contents of the Packing Box ........21 Getting Acquainted with TargetDoser ..........21 Back of TargetDoser ............... 22 Front Panel ..................23 Front Panel Controls ...............
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Mounting the Base Plate with Tape ........56 Additional Alignment ............... 56 Vertical Alignment of the TargetGrip in the Sledge ......57 Using TargetX .................. 59 6. TargetSystem User Interface TargetMaster and TargetDoser User Interfaces....... 61 Reading the Display ..............61 Acoustic Signals ..............61 Software Settings ................
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Instruction Manual 12. Using User Methods Introduction ..................99 Struers Methods ................99 Copying a Struers Method ............99 Method Groups ................101 Accessing Method Groups ............ 101 Creating a New Method Group ..........102 Renaming Method Groups ............ 103 Deleting Method Groups ............
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Defining a User Lubricant Configuration ........147 Setting the Operation Mode ............149 Changing the Pass Code ............152 Resetting the LAN Option .............. 155 15. Trouble-shooting for TargetSystem ....... 157 Error Messages ................158 16. Maintenance Daily Service .................. 164 Weekly Service ................
Placing TargetMaster height. The machine must be close to the power supply, water mains, water outlet facilities and a compressed air supply. Please refer to the Pre-Installation Check List for TargetSystem (available from Struers). Note Ensure that there is enough space to position TargetDoser to the left of TargetMaster.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Checking the Contents of the Important! TargetMaster and its components are precision instruments. Packing Boxes Please take care when handling and storing as any damage may affect the precision. In the packing boxes you should find the following parts: TargetMaster MD-Disc (magnetic turntable, Ø200 mm)
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Getting Acquainted with Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the location and names of TargetMaster all the TargetMaster components: Front of TargetMaster Alcohol rinsing station (+ drying using compressed air) ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Front Panel TargetMaster Front Panel Controls Function Function Moves cursor in display upwards Moves sample holder to the left. or increases the value when editing parameter values. Moves cursor in display Moves sample holder to the ...
Because the user interfaces for both the TargetMaster and TargetDoser have a common look and feel, the displays for both instruments are described in TargetSystem User Interface, page 61. In TargetMaster, removal is controlled by two separate measuring About TargetMaster systems.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Water for wet grinding may be supplied from the water mains, or Supplying Water from an internal distilled water (DI) supply. Connection to Water Mains IMPORTANT The cold water supply must have a head pressure in the range 1 –...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Waste alcohol from cleaning steps is disposed of via the alcohol Routing the Alcohol Drain drain hose, which must be routed to an alcohol storage container or Hose to a disposal drain. Local environmental regulations may require that waste alcohol is recycled.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Access to Air Filter Access hole for air filter drain valve (in side panel) Hole for access to air pressure regulator knob (in rear panel) Air pressure regulator Tip of air filter drain valve Access hole for air...
Failure to adhere to this may result in material damage. Important! TargetMaster should normally be switched on for at least 45 minutes before use. Struers recommend that TargetMaster is left on at all times (24/24). This helps to maintain the constant internal temperature that is vital for system accuracy.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The TargetMaster’s turntable is fitted as standard with an MD-Disc, Fitting MD-Disc which has a magnetic surface. This enables the abrasive discs (MD consumables), which have a metallic back plate, to remain attached to the turntable without the use of any additional mechanical fixtures or adhesives.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual To fit an abrasive disc (MD consumable): Fitting Abrasive Discs If there is a disc already fitted on the magnetic surface, remove it by lifting it at the edge. Check that the magnetic surface is dry and free of any loose ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The samples are secured in a TargetGrip, which has a dovetail end. Mounting TargetGrip This enables samples to be shuttled between TargetMaster, TargetZ, TargetX, and a microscope, without any loss of accuracy. TargetMaster Measuring Station Sample mover...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Slide the dovetail in and secure the TargetGrip using the 3 mm screwdriver supplied. The sample is now ready for grinding/polishing.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 2. Getting Started with TargetDoser Remove TargetDoser from the foam packing. Unpacking TargetDoser Place TargetDoser to the left of TargetMaster, and as close as Placing TargetDoser possible without it interfering with the operational condition of the TargetMaster.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual TargetDoser comes fitted with 7 pumps: Back of TargetDoser Pumps 1 – 4 Diamond suspensions or lubricants Pump 5 Alcohol Pump 6 Soap Pump 7 OP suspensions Note This pump allocation is very specific and must not be altered.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Front Panel TargetDoser Front Panel Controls Function Function Controls for various purposes. See the Moves cursor in display upwards or bottom line of the individual screens. increases the value when editing parameter values. Controls for various purposes. See the Moves cursor in display downwards or bottom line of the individual screens.
Because the user interfaces for both the TargetMaster and Reading the Display TargetDoser have a common look and feel, the displays for both instruments are described in in TargetSystem User Interface, page TargetDoser supplies the grinding/polishing suspensions and Connecting TargetDoser lubricants as well as pre-defined grinding/polishing procedures.
MethodPro is a database program that can be run on a PC to store or edit an unlimited number of preparation methods for TargetMaster or several other Struers equipment. The stored methods can be quickly downloaded to TargetMaster via the LAN connection.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 3. Getting Started with TargetGrip Checking the Contents of the In the packing box you should find the following parts: Packing Box TargetGrip 2 mm Allen screwdriver Take a moment to familiarise yourself with TargetGrip’s components: Getting Acquainted with TargetGrip ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual TargetGrip, together with the sample chair/holder, contains two About TargetGrip design features that make it a unique sample holder: • Tilt mechanism • Dovetail connector Tilt Mechanism The tilt mechanism enables you to adjust the sample chair/holder so that the samples are ground with the grinding surface parallel to the target area to be inspected.
The dovetail connector is compatible with the dovetail fixture on the Struers precision cut-off machines Accutom and Secotom. Thus specimens can be cut whilst retaining alignment - saving time where a large amount of material needs to be removed.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Mounting Holders/Adapters in Place the holder/adapter in TargetGrip. TargetGrip Rotate the holder/adapter so that the sample is facing the reference area. See Getting Acquainted with TargetGrip. Rotate/rock the sample holder/adapter so that pins on the back ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Holders and Adapters TargetSystem features a range of specimen holders and adapters suitable for both cross-sectioning and parallel polishing. The holders and adapters should be used whenever possible as they are specifically designed with a neutral black surface, providing the perfect background for the laser measuring system.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Sample chair is a single-use consumable developed specifically for Sample Chair 90° positioning of a specimen for cross-sectioning. The sample chair is clamped into TargetGrip, and the target aligned and measured in either TargetX or TargetZ. Precision The sample chair has markings to indicate the area within which the maximum accuracy of +/- 5 m can be achieved.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Specimen Height IMPORTANT! Maximum total height of a sample chair/mould insert/parallel holder with sample must not exceed 24 mm. Exceeding the allowed maximum height may result in incorrect laser measurements and/or collision in TargetMaster. Failure to observe the 24 mm height limitation may cause the specimen to collide with the cover of the laser measuring system.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Resin Mounting (Optional) When the Sample Chair is filled with resin, it needs to be supported while the resin is poured and while it is curing. The stand (supplied with TargetMaster) is used for this purpose. It can support 3 sample chairs or 2 TargetGrips (with sample chairs).
TargetSystem Instruction Manual TargetGrip on Stand Sample Chair Holder for For larger numbers of samples or for samples requiring a vacuum to CitoVac be mounted (e.g porous samples), a special Mount holder is available for use in CitoVac – the vacuum impregnation unit from Struers.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The mould insert is used to mount cross-sections of specimens, Mould Insert which do not fit into the sample chair. The capacity of the mould insert is (w x d) 35 x 20 mm. The mould insert is clamped into TargetGrip in the same fashion as the sample chair.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Preparing the Mould Insert Glue the specimen onto the stem of the insert. Place the mould insert in an ordinary 40 mm dia. mount cup. Pour mounting resin into the mould. IMPORTANT! Do not fill the mould beyond the top of the mould insert.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Clamping Mounts Directly into For some applications it may be desirable to clamp a full 30 or 40 TargetGrip mm mount into TargetGrip. In this case, laser measuring is done directly on the sample surface. To avoid incorrect initial measurements, the mount should first be plane ground (planarized).
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 4. Getting Started with TargetZ Remove TargetZ from the foam packing. Unpacking TargetZ Place TargetZ on a flat level surface, as close to the Placing TargetZ TargetMaster as possible without impeding access to the TargetMaster.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the location and names of Getting Acquainted with all the components: TargetZ Z-axis Y-axis X-axis z-axis adjustment Knob to adjust vertical position of camera in z-axis.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Front Panel Front Panel Controls Function Function “Zero” setting button Transfer button (send measurement to TargetMaster) Rear of TargetZ Data communication between TargetZ and TargetMaster Power supply from TargetMaster Camera alignment screws ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual There are two electrical connections between the TargetMaster and Electrical Connections TargetZ. The 24V power supply for TargetZ and a data bus enable the two machines to communicate together. In addition, the camera and monitor must be connected.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual TargetZ can be used in two ways, Removal Mode and Target Mode: About TargetZ Target Mode To determine the distance from the reference edge of TargetGrip to the target area to be inspected. Removal Mode To determine the distance from the edge of the sample chair (the reference edge) to the target area to be inspected.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The following procedure describes Target Mode. Using TargetZ The procedure to obtain the distance for a Removal Mode operation is similar. For Removal Mode the edge of the sample chair is used for reference instead of the reference edge.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual If, during the following procedure, you are not sure which axis adjustment knob is being referred to, please refer to page 39. Using Target Mode the distance between a specific target and the reference edge on TargetGrip is determined. The TargetZ camera is firstly used to align and focus on the target and then on the reference edge.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Lock the tilt mechanism on TargetGrip. Increase the camera magnification to maximum by turning the lens barrel fully clockwise (adjust the light intensity as necessary). Adjust the focus with the z-axis knob for a sharp image of the ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Turn the x-axis knob counter-clockwise, moving TargetGrip to Locating the Reference Edge the far left until the two arrows are aligned. Turn the z-axis knob, moving the camera upwards until the reference plane is in focus (Marked “Ref.” on the label).
TargetSystem Instruction Manual TargetZ can also be used as a measuring station at any time. In Using TargetZ as a Measuring Removal Mode for example, it is possible to measure distances, Station which can then be entered in TargetMaster. The sample must be mounted in a sample chair.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The camera alignment is factory adjusted. However, should the Camera Alignment camera or TargetZ be knocked or roughly handled, it may be ob- served that the reference edge cannot be aligned with the vertical crosshair on the monitor over the entire width of the reference edge.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Turn the x-axis knob to align the reference edge with the vertical crosshair Fine adjust the camera alignment screws for perfect alignment. It may be necessary to readjust the position of the reference edge with the x-axis knob, since the camera alignment may cause some movement of the camera in the x-axis.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 5. Getting Started with TargetX Remove TargetX from the foam packing. Unpacking TargetX In the packing box you should find the following parts: Checking the Contents of the TargetX console Packing Box TargetGrip set-up station (mounted on base plate, complete with motors to move sledge...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual TargetX Console TargetX Function Function Moves cursor in display Coarse movement, moves upwards or increases the sample left on the monitor. value when editing parameter values. Moves cursor in display Tilts sample in direction of ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual TargetX is a set-up station. It provides a known distance between the About TargetX reference edge of TargetGrip and the target area to be inspected on the sample. This is illustrated in the Preparation Methods section of this manual.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Cable Installation Route the connection cable into the x-ray chamber through the x- ray trap, following the procedure given in the documentation for the x-ray machine. The ends of the connection cable are identical, so either end can ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The base plate ensures that the set-up station always is positioned Mounting the Base Plate correctly inside your x-ray device. If the x-ray chamber is to be used for other purposes, it may be necessary to remove the set-up station from the chamber.
Mounting the Base Plate with Instead of drilling holes, a thin, double-adhesive tape (available from Tape Struers, Cat. No. 49900028) may be used to secure the base plate. Additional Alignment Should additional alignment be required, most x-ray are equipped with a turntable manipulation table.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual It is very important that the reference edge and the alignment plane Vertical Alignment of the on the TargetGrip are in perfect alignment to the x-ray source. Check TargetGrip in the Sledge that they meet exactly at the vertical cross hair. It may be necessary...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the monitor of the x-ray machine to look at the TargetGrip. Use the TargetX console controls to position the reference edge on the vertical cross hair in the monitor. Fine- position with ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Using TargetX IMPORTANT Before measuring, ensure that the sledge of the set-up station is moved as far back as possible to allow unrestricted movement from the reference plane to the target plane. The following procedure describes Target Mode. The procedure to obtain the distance for a Removal Mode operation is similar.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press until the target plane is close to the vertical cross hair. Use and to fine-position the target plane at the vertical cross hair. Write down the target value displayed on the TargetX Control ...
For example, when the machine is switched on using the mains switch located at the rear of the instrument, the display informs you which software version is installed: When operating with the TargetSystem, the displays on the TargetMaster and TargetDoser are the user-interfaces to the system’s software.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual When TargetMaster is started for the first time, English is the Software Settings language used in the display. If you want to change the display language, refer to on page 70. Configuring TargetMaster When TargetDoser is started, it automatically uses the language selected in the TargetMaster Configuration Options settings.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Editing Numeric Values Use the arrow buttons to select the value to be changed, e.g. Removal: Press ENTER to edit the value. A pop-up box showing the current value and up/down ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 7. Manual Functions TargetMaster and TargetDoser have several manual functions. Manual functions are accessed via the main menu of each machine. The manual functions in TargetMaster consist of the following: Manual Functions in Manual Cleaning TargetMaster Manual Measuring If the MAIN MENU is not currently displayed, press Esc ...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press to sequentially select (scroll function) the type of cleaning program. The cleaning media and time for the first step are shown. Press F1 to start the cleaning cycle. All the steps of the cleaning program selected are carried out.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The manual measuring function uses the laser measuring station to Manual Measuring determine the distance between the reference plane and the top of the sample. The display shows each step of the measuring process: distance from laser to reference plane, distance from laser to sample, and then the difference between these two measurements, which is the sample height.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Important! No temperature compensation is applied to manual measurements. If manual measurement is done shortly after rinsing with alcohol / water, the result may be inaccurate, since the sample may have undergone thermal contraction. Using TargetZ for Manual Using TargetZ as a Measuring Station on page 47 for details.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Tube cleaning is at present the only manual function in TargetDoser. Manual Functions in TargetDoser Tube Cleaning Manual Tube Cleaning is normally done when changing TargetDoser bottles. However, it must also be done immediately after OP-S usage.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press F1 to clean the selected tubes. Then simply follow the messages on the screen to clean the tubes and pumps. When the cleaning is completed, the selected tubes have their status changed back to Clean.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 8. Configuring TargetMaster Before the TargetMaster is ready for use, the following must be configured: Cleaning Programs Options, including language Calibration of the measuring system The TargetMaster has four cleaning programs: Cleaning Programs • Initial cleaning •...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to select Cleaning Program Configuration. Press ENTER to activate the CLEANING PRG. CONFIGURATION menu. Use the F1 button to toggle between cleaning programs: Cleaning after grinding, Cleaning after polishing and Final cleaning.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to select the cleaning media and return to the CLEANING PRG. CONFIGURATION menu. Use the arrow buttons to position the cursor in the Time column. ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual In many cases the cleaning program after grinding can be shortened. Optimising the Cleaning After Grinding Program Using SiC paper, soap can be avoided, and the remaining steps in the cleaning program may also be reduced by half.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The Options menu enables you to set the following physical Options parameters that are common throughout the software menus in the TargetMaster: • Display contrast • Displayed units • OP flushing time • Language • Sample contraction during cleaning •...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to position the cursor opposite the parameter to be changed. Press ENTER to open the editor to change the settings displayed. The following settings are possible: ...
After extensive trials, this offset value has been set to a default value of 1 μm per cleaning cycle, which adds up to a total offset of 4 μm in the standard methods provided with TargetSystem, where 4 cleaning cycles are used. If fewer cleaning cycles are used, TargetMaster automatically reduces the total contraction value.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The Initial Removal Rate (IRR) values are used by TargetMaster for Configuration of Initial the first part of any polishing step, for the first part of any grinding Removal Rates step that starts at closer than 250 µm to the grinding / polishing transition, and otherwise when grinding reaches 175 µm...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual When transferring a method from TargetDoser to TargetMaster, it is Adding/Editing an IRR-value automatically detected whether IRR-values are available for all steps in the preparation method. If not, a message is displayed on TargetMaster. Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to open the editor to change the settings displayed. Press ENTER to select the changed setting and return to the CONFIG. OF INITIAL REMOVAL RATES menu Press Esc twice to return to the MAIN MENU.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Ideally, the z-axis (camera axis) of TargetZ should be at a 90 degree Calibration of TargetZ angle to the x-axis. To compensate for any deviation, the TargetZ calibration is undertaken. This should be done if TargetZ has been relocated or accidentally pushed.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual On TargetMaster: Calibration Procedure Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration. Press ENTER to activate the CONFIGURATION MENU. Use the arrow buttons to select Calibration of TargetZ.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual stored in the TargetMaster memory and is used as a correction value. Important! When carrying out the calibration measuring on TargetZ, it is recommended that both the target plane and the reference plane are approached from the same side, ideally from the right side.
Lubricant Bottles the bottles connected to the pumps. Due to the limited number of bottles available, it is recommended to use Struers DiaPro consumables, which combine suspension and lubricant in one product. Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to select the Lub./Susp. column for the individual bottles. Note! Bottle 7 can only be configured as OP or AP suspension. Press ENTER to toggle between lubricant and suspension.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to display the lubricants or suspensions list. Use the arrow buttons to select the correct lubricant or suspension. Press ENTER to activate selection. Repeat the steps above until the contents for ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Changing the Display Contrast To change the display contrast setting: Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration. Press ENTER to activate the CONFIGURATION MENU. Use the arrow buttons to select Options.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to activate the Display contrast pop-up menu. Use the arrow buttons to select the setting you prefer. Contrast settings are: Default: 25 Contrast range: 0 – 50 Change increment: 1 ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 10. Configuring TargetX TargetX has several configuration options: Introduction Display contrast Measurement unit Language Configuration options are entered from the Main Menu of the TargetX Console. To enter the configuration menu: Using the Configuration Menu Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Optimising the Display Contrast Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor to the display contrast. Press ENTER to activate the display contrast adjustment. Use the arrow buttons to optimise the display ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Changing the Measurement Unit Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor to the measurement unit Press ENTER to select the highlighted item. Use the arrow buttons to toggle between µm and...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Changing the Interface Language Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor to the current language Press ENTER to open the Language dialog box. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the desired ...
Time Mode User Interface When a Struers Method or User Method based on Time mode has been selected as the method for removing material, before the start button is pressed the user interface indicates the total process time and time per step.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual If for example, consecutive layers of a specimen are inspected on a Removal Mode regular basis, Removal mode will take you to each of the layers within an accuracy of +/- 5 m and automatically stop when it is reached.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual When working with critical specimens (small or few samples or with Plane Grinding Before Start fine geometries ), the mount should first be plane ground (planarized) prior to the actual preparation. If the sample surface is not plane, incorrect initial measurements may be the result, which can affect the entire preparation.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Using Removal Mode When a Struers Method or User Method based on Removal Mode has been selected, before the start button is pressed, the user interface indicates the total removal value and the removal per step: The removal values can still be edited at this stage by selecting the value.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual A high degree of control is required when working with thin layers of Removal Mode and Thin Layers samples. This is obtained by reducing the speed and the force. In addition, the rotational speed should be reduced when mounts are clamped directly into TargetGrip.
Getting Started with TargetX. Target Mode User Interface When a Struers Method or User Method based on Target Mode has been selected as the method for removing material, before the start button is pressed the user interface indicates the distance to target and the distance per step.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual A general preparation method, starting with a #800 SiC paper (re Methods, General below), will be suitable for a wide range of materials. For fragile Recommendations materials such as silicon, it is recommended to start soft with a # 1200 SiC paper.
USER METHODS menu. Struers methods are a set of pre-defined methods, each identified by Struers Methods a letter corresponding to a material type described by the same letter in the Metalogram in Struers Metalog Guide.
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Esc to return to the menu Press F1 to copy the selected method to the clipboard. Press Esc to return to the Main Menu The copied Struers method can now be pasted in a User Method Group...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual To ease the task of managing the preparation methods, they can be Method Groups grouped together as method groups. Method Groups are methods with common attributes, for example the same class or type of materials. All the preparation process data available through the User Methods menu can be copied, moved, edited, renamed and/or deleted.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Creating a New Method Group With the METHOD GROUPS menu displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select Empty Group. Press ENTER to activate the USER METHODS – Empty Group menu.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The unnamed group is also included in the METHOD GROUPS menu. Renaming Method Groups With the METHOD GROUPS menu displayed. New Method Groups have a default new name e.g. USER GROUPS – Unnamed Group – 04.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Deleting Method Groups Important! Before a method group can be deleted, all the user methods in this group must be deleted first. With the METHOD GROUPS menu displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select the correct Method ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Each method group can contain up to 20 user methods. Unlike the User Methods method groups, the user methods are not listed alphabetically. Each user method provides a series of method steps that are required for the preparation process. Using the USER METHODS menu, you can...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Complete User Methods, including all the process method steps they Copying User Methods contain, can be copied and then inserted to create a new User Method. To copy these user methods: With the correct USER METHODS group displayed.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual This feature enables you to insert user methods after they have been Inserting/ Pasting User Methods copied on to the clipboard. To insert a method: With the correct USER METHODS group displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select the position in the ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Creating a New User Method To create a new user method without inserting an existing user method: With the correct USER METHODS group displayed. When creating a method in a new group, only Empty Method is available.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Renaming User Methods Note A new user method can only be renamed when it contains at least one method step where the preparation parameters have been set and saved. With the USER METHODS - < Method group name>...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Deleting/ Moving User Methods Important Once a User Method is deleted it is stored on the clipboard until the next method or method step is deleted or copied. Until then using the Insert function can retrieve it.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to activate this User Method Group. F2 Use the F2 button to re-insert the deleted User Method. Note If the method to be deleted is the current method in TargetMaster, a different method must first be sent to TargetMaster before it is possible to delete the method in TargetDoser.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Each user method can contain up to 20 steps. Each method step User Method Steps contains a list of process parameters that must be defined and saved before the method step can be part of a user method.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Copying Method Steps With the correct EDIT METHOD menu displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select the correct Method Step. F1 Use the F1 button to copy the selected User Method Step.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Inserting Method Steps This feature enables you to insert user method steps after they have been copied on to the clipboard. To insert a method step: With the correct EDIT METHOD menu displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select the position in the ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Deleting Method Steps With the correct EDIT METHOD menu displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select the step to be deleted. F3 Press F3 to delete the step. A pop-up dialog box appears, press ENTER to confirm ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Setting IRR values IRR values for individual surfaces must be entered manually after a method is transferred to TargetMaster. Enter the Options menu under Configuration and enter the value for the surface in the IRR list. See Configuration of Initial Removal Rates on page 77.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Creating a New Method Step With the correct EDIT METHOD menu displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select Empty Step. Press ENTER to activate the EDIT METHOD STEP –...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Before starting to edit the process parameters for the individual user Editing Method Steps method steps, please note that the parameters displayed vary depending on the type of “Surface:” and “Suspension:” defined. In the screen illustration below, the surface selected requires both an abrasive suspension and a lubricant, but this is not always the situation.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Editing Procedure With the correct EDIT METHOD menu displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select the step to be edited. Press ENTER to edit the step. Use the arrow buttons to move between the ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER For Surfaces, Lubricants and Suspension see the following sections for details. Use the F1 and F2 buttons to move between the method steps to edit as necessary. Press the F4 button to save the edits. The modified F4...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press the F4 button to save the edit. The modified method is also automatically sent to TargetMaster if it is the current method in TargetMaster. Defining Surfaces, Lubricants The types of lubricants and suspensions that can be selected (i.e.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to select the correct consumable. Press ENTER to select the highlighted consumable. Note Depending on which consumable was selected the EDIT METHOD STEP menu may change its displayed parameters.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Setting Dosing Levels When suspensions and/or lubricants are used in a preparation step, first the type of suspension or lubricant is selected and afterwards the dosing level. Following "Level:", two values can be set, e.g. 1 / 5 The first value [1] is the pre-dosing level, the amount of suspension or lubricant applied onto the surface before the actual step is started.
(except for the dosing values). The following section includes some of the preparation know-how Optimising a User Method developed at Struers to optimise the performance of TargetSystem. Preparation of Silicon SiC is the recommended surface for coarse grinding of Silicon.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual MD-Largo has excellent properties and is very well suited for Fine Grinding electronics with both very soft and very hard materials in the same matrix. However, over time plastic from the sample chair reduces the performance significantly, unless the MD-Largo is cleaned after each single use.
40 mm mould insert partially mounted fully mounted Generally, Struers recommends that specimens are fully set in resin. However a smaller amount of resin can be used to facilitate recovery of the specimen after preparation or to save on mounting resin.
To operate the TargetSystem, the list of steps provided here must be The Preparation Process carried out in the order shown. If more detailed information is required for an individual step, then this can be obtained in the other sections of the Instruction Manual.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Obtain and Enter the Target Where the Target Value is the distance from the reference plane on Value the TargetGrip to the target area on the sample; removal value is the distance between the top of the sample chair and the target area.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Manually Entering Target / In Target Mode and Removal Mode, the target / removal distance Removal Value can be changed before the Start button is pressed. To edit the removal value for any step in the preparation, refer to...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to change the target or total removal value. Press ENTER to accept the value displayed. Press F2 to save the change. Start TargetMaster In the TargetMaster display: Check that the preparation method times or distances are ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual During the Process When TargetMaster is using the Target mode: Removal Value = sample height – target value. The sample mover slides over to the laser measuring system where the Sample Height is measured. The Sample Height is the distance from the TargetGrip reference plane to the end of the sample.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual When using SiC paper, never change papers in the middle of a step, Using SiC Paper since TargetMaster cannot keep track of the removal rate when the surface is changed during a step. As a general rule, if a paper needs to be changed, there should be 800-1000 m of material left to remove.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual To access manual functions during a preparation process: Manual Functions Press Stop to pause the process. Press F2 Manual functions. Use the buttons to highlight Manual Cleaning or Manual Measurement Press ENTER to start the manual function.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual When all the steps in the preparation process are complete, the Completing the Process Process Summary is displayed. This shows the actual removal rates for each step and the total process time: The actual removal values are displayed and can be used to optimise the IRR database values.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Editing Removal Step In all modes, individual steps in the preparation can be changed from TargetMaster before the Start button on TargetMaster is pressed. From the Process menu: Press F1 to enter the first edit screen. Press F1 to enter the edit step screen.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The Time/ Accuracy Factor (TAF) setting enables the user to select Setting the Time/ Accuracy whether or not highest accuracy or speed of preparation has the Factor highest priority. Faster preparation, less accuracy Medium speed and accuracy...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to select Time/accuracy Factor. Press ENTER to edit the value. A pop-up box showing the current value and up/down arrows is displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select the correct TAF ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Generally, both RPM and Force should be reduced. If no silicon is Parallel Polishing present in the specimen, it may not be necessary to reduce the force. The following example is for a BGA (ball grid array). Preparation times are approximate.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Mounting the Sample Mount the specimen on the parallel holder using thin, double- adhesive tape, placing the specimen on the adhesive tape, observing that it is: − as close to the measuring pin as possible. − centred around the reference plane of TargetGrip.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual IMPORTANT! When the measuring pin is inserted in the Parallel holder, the end of the measuring pin must not protrude more than 3.5 mm from the surface of the parallel holder. If it is any higher than this maximum height, it will collide with...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Grinding Plane grind for a few seconds on #800 SiC paper, so that the Measuring Pin is level with the specimen. On MD-Dac, grind the specimen for 15-20 seconds and check the specimen. Repeat until the specimen is plane.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 14. TargetDoser Advanced Configuration Although the Configuration Menu enables you to change the display Introduction contrast setting and define the contents of the suspension and lubrication bottles connected to the TargetDoser (both of which are described already) it also allows you to define new user-defined polishing surfaces, lubricants and suspensions.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to select the Surface name column opposite the desired No. position. Press ENTER to activate the Text editor and define the Surface name. Return to the USER SURFACE ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to activate the selected rule and return to the USER SURFACE CONFIGURATION menu. Using this option, it is possible to define up to 10 new user-defined Defining a User Suspension suspensions. You are able to define the name, the abrasion type and Configuration lubricant rule for each suspension.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to select the “Susp. name” column opposite the desired No. position. Press ENTER to activate the Text editor and define the Suspension name. Use the arrow buttons to select the Abr.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to display the SELECT LUBRICANT RULE menu. Note If the suspension used requires the use of a lubricant, select 1. If the suspension does not require a lubricant, e.g. oxide polishing suspensions or DiaPro, select 2.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Up to 10 new user-defined lubricants can be defined by name and Defining a User Lubricant lubricant type. Configuration To define these parameters: With the MAIN MENU displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to activate the Text editor and define the Lubricant name. Use the arrow buttons to select the Lub. type column. Press ENTER to display the SELECT LUBRICANT TYPE menu.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Access to the software can be restricted using the Operation mode Setting the Operation Mode menu. With the MAIN MENU displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration. Press ENTER to activate the CONFIGURATION MENU.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual To change the Current operation mode Press ENTER Use the arrow buttons to scroll up to the pass code. The default Pass code is 176. Press ENTER to accept the Pass code.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to select the Operation Mode. Operation Modes: Methods can be selected and viewed, but no editing is Process: possible. Development: Methods can be selected, viewed and edited Configuration: Methods can be selected, viewed and edited, bottles can be configured and the IP address can be reset.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Changing the Pass Code With the MAIN MENU displayed. Use the arrow buttons to select Configuration. Press ENTER to activate the CONFIGURATION MENU. Use the arrow buttons to select Operation mode.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual To change the current pass code: Press ENTER to enter the pass code. The default pass code is 176. Press ENTER to accept the pass code. Use the arrow buttons to select: New pass code.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Use the arrow buttons to set your new personal pass code. Press ENTER to accept your new personal pass code.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual The LAN module is not shown in the Configuration menu if the LAN Resetting the LAN Option module is not installed. If the LAN module is installed, the IP address of the LAN module can be reset to the default address: ...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press ENTER to reset the IP address to 192.168.0.1...
Go to Configuration Menu, Options high recommended. to check/change setting. Laser measuring system is unstable Repeat 5 manual measurements on any polished specimen. The readings should all be within +/- 5 µm tolerance. If not, please contact a Struers Service Technician.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Error Messages Error message Explanation Action required Air pressure too low! This message is shown in The compressed air supply has connection with vertical movement been shut off, or the air pressure is of the sample mover.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Error message Explanation Action required Encoder error! This message is shown at power-up Remove power, wait 5 seconds, and if the sample holder’s horizontal reconnect power. If the error position cannot be measured. reoccurs, a service technician must be called.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Error message Explanation Action required Process in progress, certain A process is underway, and a Manual functions cannot be started functions are not allowed! function button has been pressed, while a preparation is in progress. e.g. ...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Error message Explanation Action required Start denied, process menu not You have pressed START in a Go to the Process menu, and selected. menu from which it is not possible to ensure that a method has been sent start a process from TargetDoser.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Error message Explanation Action required The horizontal reference position is The reference check process has Remove power, wait 5 seconds, and not found, try to restart been interrupted (STOP has been reconnect power. TargetMaster. pressed) The inductive sensor used for...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Error message Explanation Action required The sample is tilting, or protruding This message is shown in No action required. The message is from the sample chair connection with a grinding process, just to inform you that the sample...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 16. Maintenance Clean all accessible surfaces with a moist cloth. Daily Service Check and refill the suspensions and lubricants in the bottles. Re-calibrate TargetZ weekly, or after every 10-20 samples. Weekly Service Cleaning of TargetDoser tubes must be done when bottles are Tube Cleaning changed.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Clean the Multi-nozzle dosing head with a mild acidic solution (or Monthly Service other anti- limescale product) to remove any calcium carbonate deposits. Rinse the dosing head thoroughly with clean water. Clean the registration pins and the corresponding cavities on the ...
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Cleaning the Laser Window Ensure that the TargetMaster is switched off at the mains. Moisten a cotton wool bud with alcohol, swing laser well cover aside and carefully wipe the surface of the laser window.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual Yearly Service Greasing the Sample Mover Lightly grease the surface of the upper ring on the sample mover head and grease the 4 nipples with Shell Albida EP2. Head Grease nipples Changing Tubes The tubing on TargetDoser’s pump 5 is made of Silicone, which has a better resistance against alcohol than the Novoprene tubes mounted in the other pumps.
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Press the two tabs on the pump and remove the bottom cover. Remove the 3 loose rollers and replace the silicone tube. Replace the 3 rollers in the pump housing. Re-mount the bottom cover.
TargetSystem Instruction Manual 18. Technical Data Subject Specifications TargetMaster System accuracy ±5 µm at 20° C / 68° F ± 2° C / 4° F Disc Diameter 200 mm / 8" Speed turntable 40-300 rpm in steps of 10 rpm...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Subject Specifications TargetMaster Supply Voltage / frequency 200-240 V / 50-60 Hz Power inlet 1-phase (N+L1+PE) or 2-phase (L1+L2+PE) The electrical installation must comply with “Installation Category II”. Power, nominal load 700 W Power, idle 16 W Current, nom.
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Controls Touch pads electronics Memory FLASH-ROM / RAM / NV-RAM LC display 240 x 128 dots with back light Network Struers LAN module Option connection Safety Please refer to the Declaration of Conformity Standards Working Ambient temperature 5-40°C / 41-104°F...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Subject Specifications TargetX Software and Controls Touch pads electronics Memory FLASH-ROM / RAM / NV-RAM Safety Please refer to the Declaration of Conformity Standards Working Ambient temperature 20° C / 68° F ± 2° C / 4° F...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Subject Specifications TargetZ Software and Controls Touch pads electronics Video display 15" TFT monitor Safety Please refer to the Declaration of Conformity Standards Surrounding 20° C / 68° F ± 2° C / 4° F temperature Humidity...
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TargetSystem Instruction Manual Subject Specifications TargetGrip Specimen sizes Diameter Ø 40mm or Ø 30 mm with adapter Cross-sectioning Sample Chair, adapter for cross-sectioning Max sample size Width 23 mm Height 23 mm Tilt range ± 5 degrees Weight 0.58 kg / 1.27 lbs...
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Preparation Method Target Material: 40 mm dia. sample chair Grinding Step FG 1 FG 2 FG 3 Surface SiC #800 DP-Sat Abrasive DiaPro Type Allegro/Largo Level Lubricant Type Water Level 300 / 150 300 / 150 Force (N) Initial 1500 removal rate Polishing Step...
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Preparation Method Target Material: 40 mm dia. fully mounted insert Grinding Step FG 1 FG 2 FG 3 Surface SiC #800 DP-Sat Abrasive DiaPro Type Allegro/Largo Level Lubricant Type Water Level 300 / 150 300 / 150 Force (N) Initial 1500 removal rate Polishing...
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Preparation Method Target Material: 40 mm dia. partially mounted insert Grinding Step FG 1 FG 2 FG 3 Surface SiC #800 DP-Sat Abrasive DiaPro Type Allegro/Largo Level Lubricant Type Water Level 50 / 50 150 / 150 Force (N) Initial 2500 removal rate Polishing...
Director of Business Development Struers ApS Pederstrupvej 84 Date of Issue: 2017.10.05 DK-2750 Ballerup, Denmark For other language versions, please visit Struers.com. Doc. No.: 15757901 For machines produced before the Date of Issue, please contact your Struers supplier. Rev.: A...
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Director of Business Development Struers ApS Pederstrupvej 84 Date of Issue: 2017.10.05 DK-2750 Ballerup, Denmark For other language versions, please visit Struers.com. Doc. No.: 15757911 For machines produced before the Date of Issue, please contact your Struers supplier. Rev.: A...
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The manual may mention accessories or parts not included in the present version of the equipment. The contents of this manual are the property of Struers. Reproduction of any part of this manual without the written permission of Struers is not allowed.
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TargetSystem Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Parts and Diagrams Table of contents Drawing TargetMaster Drawings Hose assembly: Air/water diagram......... 15751005G Travers, assembled ............15750089A Exhaust, assembled ............15750069C Hose block, complete ............. 15750075A Cabinet, complete ............15750072F Cabinet shaft, complete ..........15750071A Cover ................
TargetSystem Spare Parts and Diagrams Table of contents Drawing TargetGrip Drawings TargetGrip, complete ............. 15750009J TargetZ Drawings TargetZ, complete ............15750002F Bottom section ............... 15750011D Upper section ..............15750059C Camera holder ............... 15750021H Some of the drawings may contain position numbers...
TargetSystem Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part List for TargetMaster Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat. no: 15751005 Hose assembly: Air/water diagram Reinforced Tube 3/8 X 300 2NU29312 Reinforced Tube 3/8 X 300 2NU29312 Reinforced Tube 3/8 X 300 2NU29312 Tygon tube ID 1/8" OD 1/4".
TargetSystem Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part List for TargetMaster Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat. no: 15750056 Bottom, Complete Rubber Pad 30x15xM8, 4 pcs. 2GS00315 Gasket, PVC 1/4" 2IF00012 Hose Nipple 2601-12-1/4 2NF40087 Angle 2020-1/4-1/4 2NF40112 Dowel Pin Stainless St. 6m6x16 DIN 7, 2 pcs.
TargetSystem Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part List for TargetDoser Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no: 15750097 Cabinet, complete Cover 15609001 Rubber foot 2GB05012 15750096 Front plate, complete Front plate foil 15750213 Front plate 15600171 Display window 15600172 Display 2HD50106...
TargetSystem Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part List for TargetGrip Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no: 15750009 TargetGrip, complete Top roundel 15750020 Goniometer 123-2715 15750239 Holder for sample holder 15750222 Screw M2x5 2TR10205 CRINKLE WASHER M3 2ZI20302 Screw M3x6 2TR50306...
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