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Model FC Power Supply
I N S T R U C T I O N
M A N U A L
Sonics & Materials, Inc.

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  • Page 1 Model FC Power Supply I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Sonics & Materials, Inc.
  • Page 2 (41) (0) 22/364 1520 • (41) (0) 22/364 2161 fax www.sonicsandmaterials.com • info@sonicsandmaterials.com europe@sonicsandmaterials.ch Information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Sonics & Materials, Inc. is not responsible for any typographic errors. © Sonics & Materials, Inc. 2000 Printed in U.S.A.
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  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S IMPORTANT SERVICE LITERATURE ......4 Manual Change Information .

  • Page 5: Important Service Literature

    I M P O R T A N T S E R V I C E L I T E R A T U R E The system supplied with this instruction manual is constructed of the finest material and the workmanship meets the highest manufacturing standards. It has been thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory and when used in accordance with the procedures outlined in this manual, will provide you with many years of safe and dependable service.

  • Page 6: Unpacking And Inspection

    If the system or any unit is damaged, notify “Sonics.” “Sonics” will arrange for repair or replacement of damaged equipment without waiting for the claim against the carrier to be settled, provided a new purchase order is issued to cover the repair or replacement costs.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    I N T R O D U C T I O N The FC model power supply is an auto-tuned ultrasonic generator that can be operated on a continuous basis, or pulsed via an outside control. This power supply can be used with a stand-alone converter, or with a pneumatic actuator.
  • Page 8 “SONICS” ULTRASONIC ASSEMBLY SYSTEMS 50/60 Hz Electrical power Power Supply/Generator Generates ultrasonic electric energy (15/20/40 kHz) Ultrasonic electrical energy Actuator/Press @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ? @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ? e @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ e ?

  • Page 9: Glossary Of Ultrasonic Terms

    G L O S S A R Y O F U L T R A S O N I C T E R M S POWER SUPPLY/GENERATOR – The solid state power supply converts standard 50/60 Hz electrical energy to 15,000 Hz, 20,000 Hz or 40,000 Hz (15/20/40 kHz) electrical energy.

  • Page 10: Installation

    I N S T A L L A T I O N ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS The power supply requires a fused, single-phase, standard 3-terminal grounding type receptacle capable of supplying the requisite voltage and current. Refer to the table below for power specification. The line cord of the POWER SPECIFICATIONS controller/power supply is...

  • Page 11: Electrical Connections

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS The standard cable supplied with a “Sonics” press is 10 feet. Optional extension cables are available up to 15 feet without modification. When making the initial electrical connections, make sure the power is disconnected and follow these precautions.

  • Page 12: Cable Connections

    CABLE CONNECTIONS: Located at the rear of the power supply are the cable connections as illustrated below. (The interconnecting cables will be supplied with your system.) NOTE: Detailed wiring 1. A round, 12-pin RF cable that connects the welding press or converter to diagrams are supplied the power supply.
  • Page 13 AVAILABLE CONVERTERS Item No. Description CV00015 20 kHz with Button connector CV00151 20 kHz with Lemo connector CV00154 20 kHz with Lemo connector and fitting for air cooling CV00157 20 kHz with Button connector and fitting for air cooling CV00158 20 kHz Hand Gun with handles and cables CV00331 20 kHz with Fischer connector...

  • Page 14: Operating Procedures

    O P E R A T I N G P R O C E D U R E S FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Located on the front panel of the power supply are the following controls: ❺ 80 100 TEST RESET POWER OUTPUT CONTROL ❹...

  • Page 15: Starting Up The Power Supply

    3. Press the TEST button. While depressing the TEST button, check the LED Load Meter reading to make sure that it does not exceed 20%. a) If the meter reading is above 20%, contact Sonics immediately for further instructions before proceeding.

  • Page 16: Overload Protection

    If you cannot remedy the situation, contact Sonics. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    M A I N T E N A N C E GENERAL 1. Always make sure the power supply has adequate ventilation by keeping sufficient space around the assembly. 2. Periodically check the ventilation grilles and clean as necessary. If problems are encountered, contact our Service Department at 1-800-745- 1105.

  • Page 18: Warranty

    No person or company is authorized to change, modify, or amend the terms of this warranty in any manner or fashion whatsoever. Under no circumstances shall “Sonics” be liable to the purchaser or to any other person for any incidental or consequential damages or loss of profit or product resulting from any malfunction or failure of this “Sonics”...

  • Page 19: Appendix

    E2962 E-3014 E-3013 Drawing Part No. Description E-2962*/2962-1* 201-0179 FC continuous duty cable E-3013* 201-0206 F-Series general I/O E-3014* 201-0207 F-Series General I/O *See drawing on following pages. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
  • Page 20 A P P E N D I X • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L •...
  • Page 21 A P P E N D I X • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L •...
  • Page 22 A P P E N D I X • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L •...
  • Page 23 A P P E N D I X • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L •...
  • Page 24 Sonics & Materials, Inc. Corporate Headquarters European Office 53 Church Hill Road • Newtown, CT 06470 USA 22 ch du Vernay • CH - 1196 Gland, Switzerland 203.270.4600 • 800.745.1105 • 203.270.4610 fax (41) (0) 22/364 1520 • (41) (0) 22/364 2161 fax www.sonicsandmaterials.com •...

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