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Zeiss CenterMax Operating Instructions Manual (166 pages)

Coordinate measuring machine for series production

Brand: Zeiss | Category: Measuring Instruments | Size: 2.96 MB

Table of Contents
3
Information about These Operation Instructions
11
Symbols / Danger Warnings
12
For Your Orientation
12
Chapter 1 Introduction

16
General Information

16
- Scope of Delivery
  16
- CE Marking
  16
- Safety of the Machine
  17
- Standards and Regulations
  17
Additional Documents

18
- Separate Documents
  18
- Supplementary Literature
  18
Warranty

19
Proper Use

20
- CMM
  20
- Probe System
  21
Safety

23
Chapter 2 Description of the CMM

28
Identification of a CMM

28
Design of the CMM

29
Components and Their Functions

30
- Bridge
  30
- Measuring Table
  30
- Coordinate Axes
  31
- Control
  32
  - Control Cabinet
    32
  - Operating Elements of the Control Cabinet
    34
- Control Console
  35
  - Operation of the Joysticks
    36
- Calibration Standard
  38
- Options
  39
Probe System

40
- Probe System Types
  40
- Components of a Probe System
  40
  - Functions of the Components
    40
  - Standard Version of the Probe System
    41
- VAST Probe System
  41
  - Application
    41
  - Components
    42
  - Limiting Values
    42
- Temperature-Sensing Probe
  43
Probe

45
- Probe Components
  45
- Design and Function
  45
- Probe Elements
  47
- Principles for Assembly
  48
  - Screwing Technique
    49
  - Clamping Technique
    50
- Storage of Probes
  50
Probe Rack

52
Chapter 3 Technical Data

53
Coordinate Measuring Machine

54
- General Data
  54
- CMM Parameters
  54
- Connection Data
  55
- Travel Speed
  55
- Environmental Conditions
  56
Probe System

57
- VAST Probe Head
  57
Chapter 4 Transport and Installation

59
Transport

60
- To be Observed on Delivery
  60
- Transport Conditions
  60
Installation

62
- Selecting the Installation Site
  62
- Prerequisites for Installation
  63
Chapter 5 Preparations for Start-Up

66
Before You Start

66
Connections

67
- Connecting the Power Supply
  67
- Connecting the Compressed-Air Supply
  67
  - Requirements for Compressed-Air Supply
    68
  - Compressed-Air Connection to the CMM
    68
  - Pressure Gages
    69
  - Adjusting the Pressure
    70
  - Filter Units
    70
Mounting the Probe Rack (Option)

72
- Prerequisites for the Probe Rack
  72
- Installation Procedure
  72
Visual Check

78
Start-Up Preparation Checklist

79
Chapter 6 Start-Up

82
Clamping the Workpiece on the Measuring Table

82
Switching the CMM on

85
- Safety Measures
  85
- Switch-On Sequence
  85
Checking the Protective Circuit

88
- Function of the Protective Circuit
  88
- Check
  88
Mounting / Changing the Probe Head

91
Probe Assembly

92
Inserting / Removing the Probe

96
Start-Up Checklist

99
Chapter 7 Measuring Operation

102
What You Should Know

102
- Coordinate Systems
  102
- Probing Directions
  102
- Types of Measurement
  103
  - Overview
    103
  - Single Point Probing
    103
  - Multipoint Measurement
    104
  - Scanning
    105
- Collision Protection
  106
- Axis Clamping with VAST Probe System
  106
  - All Axes Unclamped
    107
  - Clamped Axes
    107
  - Self-Centering Probing
    108
- Temperature-Sensing Probe
  109
  - Notes on Temperature Measurement
    109
  - Possibilities
    110
- Operating Mode
  111
- Measuring Software
  112
Safety Instructions

113
Preparations for a Measuring Run

114
- Prerequisites for a Perfect Measuring Run
  114
- Reference Point Travel
  114
  - Reference Point
    114
  - Carrying out a Reference Point Travel
    116
- Probe Calibration
  116
  - What You Should Know
    117
  - Preparation
    117
  - Calibration Procedure
    119
  - Causes of Large Deviations
    121
- Temperature Compensation
  122
  - What Is Temperature Compensation
    122
  - Connecting the Temperature Sensors
    122
Probing the Workpiece

124
- How to Ensure Correct Measurement
  124
- Probing Procedure
  124
  - Selecting the Type of Probing
    124
  - Probing Sequence
    124
  - Probing Conditions
    124
  - Probing Speed
    125
  - Aligning the Probe
    126
  - Preventing Measuring Errors
    126
- Special Features of VAST Probe System
  127
  - Setting the Measuring Force
    127
  - Precision Positioning During Probing
    128
  - Notes on Scanning
    129
Automatic Probe Change

130
Tips for Effective Operation

131
Evaluating the Measuring Data

132
- Limiting Values for Deviations
  132
- Causes of Large Deviations
  132
Terminating a Measuring Run

133
- Effect of System Shutdown
  133
- Shutdown Procedure
  133
Chapter 8 Errors and Faults

136
Errors Occurring Prior to the Measuring Run

136
Faults During the Measuring Run

137
Special Measures

139
- After Collision
  139
- Probe Head Outside the Measuring Volume
  139
If Nothing else Helps

143
Chapter 9 Maintenance and Care

145
Maintenance

146
Care

148
- Overview
  149
- Care Measures
  149
- Inspection Measures
  152
  - Checking the Probe
    152
  - Cleaning/Changing the Filter Mat
    153
  - Changing the Compressed Air Filters
    154

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

General Information

Additional Documents

Warranty

Proper Use

Safety

Chapter 2 Description of the CMM

Identification of a CMM

Design of the CMM

Components and Their Functions

Probe System

Probe

Probe Rack

Chapter 3 Technical Data

Coordinate Measuring Machine

Probe System

Chapter 4 Transport and Installation

Transport

Installation

Chapter 5 Preparations for Start-Up

Before You Start

Connections

Mounting the Probe Rack (Option)

Visual Check

Start-Up Preparation Checklist

Chapter 6 Start-Up

Clamping the Workpiece on the Measuring Table

Switching the CMM on

Checking the Protective Circuit

Mounting / Changing the Probe Head

Probe Assembly

Inserting / Removing the Probe

Start-Up Checklist

Chapter 7 Measuring Operation

What You Should Know

Safety Instructions

Preparations for a Measuring Run

Probing the Workpiece

Automatic Probe Change

Tips for Effective Operation

Evaluating the Measuring Data

Terminating a Measuring Run

Chapter 8 Errors and Faults

Errors Occurring Prior to the Measuring Run

Faults During the Measuring Run

Special Measures

If Nothing else Helps

Chapter 9 Maintenance and Care

Maintenance

Care

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