STAR LX Op Manual
STAR LX Op Manual
STAR LX Op Manual
Lx-1000
Lx-1100
Lx-1500
Series
<OPERATION MANUAL>
DOC. IM 79003002
REVISION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchase of the Star Traverse Automatic Unloader. When linked to a molding
machine, the unloader will automatically remove products from the mold and transport them to a
conveyor belt to other designated location. This manual describes the unloader's functions and
presents important information about operating methods and precautions. Please read through
this manual carefully so that you will be able to use the unloader safely and effectively. Keep this
manual in a place of easy access.
* This manual describes the standard model. For optional specifications, refer to corresponding
separate manuals.
• Lx-600(s)
• Lx-600H
• Lx-1000(s)
• Lx-1000H
• Lx-1100(s)
• Lx-1100H
• Lx-1500(s)
• Lx-1500H
DOC. IM 79003002
ORGANIZATION OF THE OPERATION MANUALS
DOC. IM 79003001
CONTENTS
CONTENTS
DOC. IM 79003002 I
CONTENTS
II DOC. IM 79003002
FOR SAFE OPERATION
Point
Important points for operation procedures are displayed with mark in this manual.
1-3. Safety-Precaution
DANGER
Do not enter the operation range.
Do not enter the operation range of the machine. You may be caught or lodged in the
machine resulting in injury.
WARNING
Clothing must be proper for working.
Wear proper clothes for working. To avoid injury from trapping, do not wear too large
clothes or costume jewelry/accessories.
Do not modify the machine. STAR assumes no responsibility for accidents or failures
caused by modifications to the machine by users.
To avoid electric shock, ground the machine in accordance with the relevant regulation in
your country. When a routine inspection is made or the conveyor is relocated, check that
the machine is grounded appropriately.
To prevent fire resulting from overcurrent, use a non-fuse circuit breaker for wiring to the
power source.
A high voltage is applied in the electric box. Opening it may result in electric shock or injury.
To prevent trapping accidents, do not insert your hand in the machine while it is running.
The machinery should be shut down during times when power supply is frequently going
off due to thunderstorm or other such external event. Operating with an irregular power
supply may lead to equipment damage.
CAUTION
Determine the supervisor for performing operation.
Determine the supervisor when teaming up with one or more operators for making
machine adjustments, etc. Under the supervision of the person, the members must give
signals before performing each step and must make sure of safety to avoid accidents or
mistakes due to carelessness during operation.
Pneumatic source
To prevent equipment trouble, use dry and clean air without oil by passing it through a dryer or
a mist separator. If you have not any after-cooler or air dryer, contact our branch or sales office.
We will provide it at your cost. For the compressor, replace hydraulic oil at the intervals
specified by each manufacturer. If improper oil is used, oil in air may damage the air equipment.
Read and follow the operational procedures and precautionary remarks provided in this manual.
Provide a 1-m-wide or larger maintenance room around the machine for safe operation.
Tidy up the area around the machine, and keep the area well illuminated.
Perform maintenance daily and check that the machine is in normal conditions. Contact
your local distributor in the event of failure.
If an abnormality or failure is found during operation, stop the machine and follow the
directions from your local distributor.
When carrying out inspection, repair, adjustment, cleaning, or lubrication work within the
unloader's movement range, be sure to lock the POWER switch. Post an appropriate sign
on the operation Panel to ensure that no one switches on the machinery while work is in
progress.
Some inspection, repair, adjustment, cleaning, and lubrication work must be carried out
while standing on a platform or scaffold. Be sure that the stand is securely set up, and wear
a safety belt.
Before carrying out inspection, repair, adjustment, cleaning, or lubrication work within
the unloader's movement range, you must shut down not only the unloader itself but also
all devices that are linked to it (such as the molding machine and conveyor).
Unloader Transport
Before transporting the unloader, be sure to attach the retaining locks and bolts at the
locations shown below.
Product-side
crosswise unit
retaining bolt
CAUTION
Before operating the unloader, be sure to remove the retaining locks and bolts.
Breakage may occur if the unloader is operated with the retaining locks or bolts left
attached.
Unloader Installation
The unloader is to be installed safely by Star Seiki's qualified crane operator. The unloader
will be lifted as shown below.
CAUTION
Attach the retaining locks and bolts before lifting the unloader. Use care during lifting
so that the unloader is not damaged by the lifting belts, etc.
Unloader Storage
If the unloader is to be left unused for a long time, take measures to prevent accidents. Move
the unloader arm to the release-side so that the unloader is not above the IMM area. And
install an interlock jumper plug between the unloader and the molding machine, turn off the
earth leakage breaker, and turn off the facility's primary power supply.
Perform checks before putting the unloader back into operation.
Unloader Disposal
When disposing of the machine, abide by the applicable laws.
<Caution>
∗ Bolt tightening should be less than the torque mentioned above.
∗ After tightening a bolt, be sure to check that it is secured on the tightening surface.
Shallow tightening tap or clogged chips inside the tap may prevent a bolt from being
tightened even when it’s been tightened with the specified torque.
∗ Use values of the tightening force *2 and the point of application of force *1 as guides.
∗ Check bolts for looseness every month.
*1
*2
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Crosswise
Runner
AC servo motor
-side
Product
500, 600, 700
Vertical -side
[mm] Runner
535, 635, 735
-side
Product
Stroke
●Lx-600H
Model Lx-600H
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Crosswise
Runner
-side
Product
500
Vertical -side
[mm] Runner
-side
Product
Stroke
150 to 620
Crosswise -side
[mm] Runner
-side
Traverse 2000
Posture 90°
Maxi. Load weight (kg) 2
*(including weight of chuck) (Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa))
5.7
Posture torque (Nm)
(Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa))
Air consumption (N /cycle) 0.72
* The details written in parenthesis indicate optional strokes.
* These specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
●Lx-1000(s)
Lx-1000 Lx-1000s Lx-1000 Lx-1000s
Model
Cylinder type 2-axis NC type
Power supply THREE PHASES AC400-415V±10 % 50/60 Hz
Power facility capacitance 3.4 kVA 4.6 kVA 3.6 kVA 4.8 kVA
Maximum electric power
1.8 kW 2.4 kW 1.9 kW 2.5 kW
consumption
0.49 MPa
Normal air pressure
(No water content or dust allowed in air)
Maximum permissible air
0.69 MPa
pressure
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Vertical
Runner
AC servo motor AC servo motor
-side
Driving method
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Crosswise
Runner
AC servo motor AC servo motor
-side
Traverse AC servo motor
Posture Air cylinder AC servo motor
Twist AC servo motor
Product
700, 800, 900, 1000
Vertical -side
[mm] Runner 735, 835 935, 735, 835 935,
-side 1035 1035
Product 80 to 700 175 to 700 140 to 690 225 to 690
-side
Stroke
●Lx-1000H
Lx-1000H Lx-1000H
Model
Cylinder type 2-axis NC type
Power supply THREE PHASES AC400-415V±10 % 50/60 Hz
Power facility capacitance 3.4 kVA 3.6 kVA
Maximum electric power
1.8 kW 1.9 kW
consumption
0.49 MPa
Normal air pressure
(No water content or dust allowed in air)
Maximum permissible air
0.69 MPa
pressure
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Vertical
Runner
-side
Driving method
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Crosswise
Runner
-side
Traverse AC servo motor
Posture Air cylinder AC servo motor
Twist AC servo motor
Product
700
Vertical -side
[mm] Runner
-side
Product
45 to 665 95 to 665
Stroke
Crosswise -side
[mm] Runner
-side
Traverse 2800
Posture 90° 188°
Twist 320°
Maxi. Load weight (kg) 5 5
*(including weight of chuck) (Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa)) (Posture unit)
20.2 19
Posture torque (Nm)
(Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa)) (Posture unit)
Air consumption (N /cycle) 1.57 0.42
* The details written in parenthesis indicate optional strokes.
* These specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
●Lx-1100(s), Lx-1500(s)
Lx-1100/1500 Lx-1100/1500s Lx-1100/1500 Lx-1100/1500s
Model
Cylinder type 2-axis NC type
Power supply THREE PHASES AC400-415V ±10% 50/60Hz
Power facility capacitance 5.3 kVA 7.6 kVA 5.7 kVA 8.0 kVA
Maximum electric power
2.75 kW 3.9 kW 2.95 kW 4.10 kW
consumption
0.49 MPa
Normal air pressure
(No water content or dust allowed in air)
Maximum permissible air
0.69 MPa
pressure
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Vertical
Runner
AC servo motor AC servo motor
-side
Driving method
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Crosswise
Runner
AC servo motor AC servo motor
-side
Traverse AC servo motor
Posture Air cylinder AC servo motor
Twist AC servo motor
Product
1100, 1300, 1500, 1700
Vertical -side
[mm] Runner 1135, 1335, 1135, 1335,
-side 1535 1535
Product 170 to 1000 250 to 1000 254 to 1000 334 to 1000
Stroke
Crosswise -side 170 to 1300 250 to 1300 254 to 1300 334 to 1300
[mm] Runner 70 to 820 70 to 736
-side 70 to 1120 70 to 1036
Traverse 1600, 1800, 2000, 2200, 2500
Posture 90° 188°
Twist 320°
Maxi. Load weight (kg) 10-15 10
*(including weight of chuck) (Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa)) (Posture unit)
57.7 55.0
Posture torque (Nm)
(Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa)) (Posture unit)
Air consumption (N /cycle) 8.62 8.72 5.77 5.87
* The details written in parenthesis indicate optional strokes.
* These specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
●Lx-1100H, Lx-1500H
Lx-1100H Lx-1100H
Model
Cylinder type 2-axis NC type
Power supply THREE PHASES AC400-415V±10 % 50/60 Hz
Power facility capacitance 5.3 kVA 5.7 kVA
Maximum electric power
2.75 kW 2.95 kW
consumption
0.49 MPa
Normal air pressure
(No water content or dust allowed in air)
Maximum permissible air
0.69 MPa
pressure
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Vertical
Runner
-side
Driving method
Product
AC servo motor
-side
Crosswise
Runner
-side
Traverse AC servo motor
Posture Air cylinder AC servo motor
Twist AC servo motor
Product
1100
Vertical -side
[mm] Runner
-side
Product
155 to 1055
Stroke
Crosswise -side
[mm] Runner
-side
Traverse 3200
Posture 90° 188°
Twist 320°
Maxi. Load weight (kg) 10 10
*(including weight of chuck) (Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa)) (Posture unit)
57.7 55.0
Posture torque (Nm)
(Cylinder output (at 0.49 MPa)) (Posture unit)
Air consumption (N /cycle) 8.62 5.77
* The details written in parenthesis indicate optional strokes.
* These specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Driver box
Valve unit
Crosswise unit
2003
③ ④ ⑤ ⑧
●Lx-1000(s)
●Lx-1000H
⑦
①
⑨
⑧
⑥
⑩
⑪
⑫
②
③
④
●Lx-1100(s), Lx-1500(s)
●Lx-1100H, Lx-1500H
①
⑪
②
③ ⑫
⑬
④
⑤
⑥ ⑨
⑩
⑦
⑧
① First stage vertical toothed belt ⑧ Crosswise sail guide
(Iron rubber AT belt) Protects the crosswise pipe and wire guide.
The first stage vertical slider move up and ⑨ Interference prevention proximity switch dog
down. (for L33, S model)
② Vertical sail guide Detects interference with the product side and
Protects the first stage vertical slider's pipe and runner side vertical units.
wire guide. ⑩ Crosswise LM guide
③ First stage vertical LM guide This guide supports the crosswise movements.
This guide supports the first stage vertical ⑪ First stage vertical slider
movements of the vertical slider. This slider moves up and down driven by the
④ Vertical home position proximity switch AC servomotor.
(LHV) ⑫ Second stage vertical toothed belt
This switch detects the home position (0 mm) (Iron rubber AT belt)
of the vertical stroke. The second stage vertical slider and the posture
⑤ Ascent-end and vertical home position section move up and down.
proximity switch dog (for LHV and L3) (13) Balance cylinder
This dog activates the ascent-end and the This cylinder keeps the vertical slider raised by
vertical home position proximity switches. air pressure which has been set by the
⑥ Ascent end proximity switch (L3) regulator, and adjusts the difference of the load
This switch confirms the completion of the exerted on the vertical AC servo motor
ascending of the vertical unit. between ascent and descent. When the cylinder
⑦ Crosswise home position proximity switch is descending at high speed, this also serves as
(LHW) a cushion at the descent end.
This switch detects the home position (0 mm) ⑭Vertical C servo motor
of the crosswise stroke. This motor drives the vertical slider.
Posture unit
●Cylinder type (* Above figure shows the drawing of 1000 types.)
⑥
④
③ ②
⑧
⑤
Chuck mounting plate (link bracket) The sensor relay terminal block for
The chuck is mounted on this plate. confirming products within the chuck (L4T)
The wires are connected to this terminal
50 block when a photoelectric switch (no
contact point) type sensor is used for
20
confirming products within the chuck.
4-M6 P=1 Posture action speed controller
This controller controls the posture action
Don't protrude
from the back.
speed.
Posture return speed controller
This controller controls the posture return
CAUTION speed.
Do not use a bolt that is longer than necessary Posture action limit auto switch (L9)
for securing the chuck plate to the link bracket.
This switch confirms the completion of the
A bolt protruding from the back of the link
bracket may cause damage to the machine. posture action.
Posture cylinder
Chuck’s air hose joint (half union) This cylinder turns the posture section 90º.
Connects the chuck’s air hose.
Posture return limit auto switch (L8)
This switch confirms the completion of the
POINT
posture return.
When removing the air hose from the joint, push
down on the ring at the end so that it is parallel.
The joint is fitted with a check valve to stop the
air flow when the hose is removed.
●2-axis NC type
⑥
⑤
① ⑧
⑦
⑧
⑩
⑪
⑤
① ② ③ ④
Vertical AC servo motor Vertical LM guide
This motor drives the vertical slider. Maintains straightness of vertical
movement.
Interference prevention proximity switch
Vertical toothed belt
(L33)
This belt raises and lowers the vertical
This switch detects interference between the
slider and the posture section.
vertical units on the product and runner sides.
Vertical home position proximity switch
Crosswise home position proximity switch
(LHVS)
(LHS)
This switch detects the home position (0
This switch detects the home position (0
mm) of the vertical stroke.
mm) of the crosswise stroke.
Ascent end and vertical home position
Crosswise home position proximity dog
proximity switch dog (for L3S, LHVS)
(for LHS)
Sets the ascent end and vertical proximity
This dog is used for activation of the
switch at ON.
crosswise home position proximity switch.
⑪ Ascent end proximity switch (L3S)
Crosswise LM guide
This switch confirms the completion of the
This guide supports the crosswise ascending of the runner chuck.
movements.
Vertical slider
This raise and lowers when the runner-side
vertical AC servo motor is driven.
●Lx-1000(s)
①
⑤ ⑨ ⑪
⑩
②
③
④
⑥ ⑦ ⑧
First stage vertical slider Crosswise home position proximity switch
This raise and lowers when the vertical AC (LHS)
servo motor is driven. This switch detects the home position (0
Vertical home position proximity switch mm) of the crosswise stroke.
(LHVS)
Crosswise home position proximity switch
This switch detects the home position (0 dog (for LHS)
mm) of the vertical stroke. This dog is used for activation of the
Ascent end proximity switch (L3S) crosswise home position proximity switch.
This switch confirms the completion of the First stage vertical toothed belt (Iron rubber
ascending of the vertical unit. AT belt)
Interference prevention proximity switch The first stage vertical slider move up and
(L33) down.
Detects interference with the product side First stage vertical LM guide
and runner side vertical units. This guide supports the first stage vertical
Vertical cable chain movements of the vertical slider.
Protects the first stage vertical slider's pipe ⑪ Second stage vertical toothed belt (Iron
and wire guide. rubber AT belt)
Vertical AC servo motor The second stage vertical slider and the
This motor drives the vertical slider. posture section move up and down.
●Lx-1100(s), Lx-1500(s)
①
⑤
⑧
⑩
⑥
③
⑦
④
Runner unit
●Lx-600(s) ●Lx-1000(s)
●Lx-1100(s), Lx-1500(s)
① ①
②
②
① Runner chuck
This chuck chucks the runner.
①
②
① ②
⑩ ⑪
③ ④ ⑤
⑧
⑥ ⑦
⑮ ⑭ ⑬
⑨
Traversal unit relay circuit (OTB480A) Release-side area magnet proximity sensor
AC servo driver (L12)
For the details, refer to the controller Operation This sensor being set at ON indicates that the
Manual <Technical Edition>. traversal unit is not situated above the molding
Valve unit machine.
Vacuum generator (S VAM) ⑪ Extract-side end proximity switch (L1)
Traverse drive AC servo motor This switch detects the traverse home position.
* H type: proximity switch
This motor drives the traverse movements.
⑫ Extract-side end proximity switch dog (for L1)
⑥ Traverse LM guide
This dog is used for activation of the
Traversal toothed belt (Iron rubber AT belt) extract-side end proximity switch.
* 1100H type: rack for traverse
⑬ Filter regulator
Cable chain
⑭ Precision regulator
This guide protects the cables and pipes.
Set the air pressure of the product side vertical
Magnet for release-area magnetic proximity balance cylinder.
sensor (for L12) ⑮ Interlock box
The signal turns on when the magnetic
* Interlock box position depends on the model.
proximity sensor passes over the magnet while
moving from extract side to release side. See "1-2. Hazardous Areas" of Operation
The signal turns off when the arm travels Edition manual for more details.
opposite to the direction.
* H type: switch dog
CAUTION
• Never attempt to adjust the air cylinder while automatic operation is in
progress, as this can be dangerous. Switch operation to MANUAL mode
before making the adjustment.
• Do not set the air cylinder speed too high, as this may result in equipment
damage. Begin adjustment at slow speed, and increase the speed
gradually to the appropriate level.
• When possible, avoid using the manual operation button on the solenoid
valve. Instead, execute operation from the control box.
If you cannot avoid using the switch on the valve, proceed with care. Note
that wiring and piping may move in unison with the air cylinder: be
careful to avoid entanglement.
• Note that the solenoid valve may become hot during operation, and may
remain hot for some time after power is shut off. Don't touch the solenoid
until you are sure it has cooled off.
POINT
Be sure to set the controller POWER switch to OFF before using the manual
operation button on the solenoid.
Note that forward and return operation may not be available.
①③④⑤⑥ ⑧
② ⑦
① S-vam air supply valve close manual operation button (1100 type)
Pressing this button closes the S-vam air supply valve.
② S-vam air supply valve open manual operation button (1100 type)
Pressing this button opens the S-vam air supply valve.
③ Runner-side chuck open manual operation button (S model)
Pressing this button opens the runner-side chuck, and releasing it closes the chuck.
④ Sprue chuck open manual operation button
Pressing this button opens the sprue chuck, and releasing it closes the chuck.
⑤ Product-side chuck open manual operation button
Pressing this button opens the product-side chuck, and releasing it closes the chuck.
⑥ Posture action manual operation button
Pressing this button causes the posture of the product-side chuck side.
⑦ Posture return manual operation button
Pressing this button causes the posture of the product-side chuck to return.
⑧ Air pressure switch (PS)
* Either 1100 type unloader has above-mentioned "①, ② Solenoid valve for S-vam air supply
valve open/close".
* The solenoid valve for opening the chuck on the runner side (explained in above) is only
available on unloaders equipped with an arm on the runner side.
①
③
②
⑨
⑤
⑩
⑬
⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑫
⑪
●Lx-1000(s)
●Lx-1000H
④
⑤
① ⑥
⑦
②
③
■2-axis NC unit
(2-axis NC type)
⑭
⑫
⑮ ⑬
⑨ ⑩ ⑪
●Lx-1100(s), Lx-1500(s)
●Lx-1100H, Lx-1500H
① ③
⑥ ⑨
② ⑦
⑧
④
⑤
⑩
■2-axis NC unit
(2-axis NC type)
⑬ ⑭ ⑮
⑪
3. UNLOADER SETTINGS
(STEC-510 AND STEC-510NC)
POINT
For full information about how to set the unloader, refer also to the controller (STEC-510
and STEC-510NC) Operation Manual “Operation Edition”.
CAUTION
Before making unloader settings or checking operation of the unloader in
manual mode, switch the speed to “LOW SPEED” using the master screen on
the pendant box.
Wiring
Connect the molding machine to the control box of the unloader, and use the control box to verify
the signals between the molding machine and unloader.
WARNING
• If you are going to operate the molding machine independently
(unlinked), you should first move the traverse unit to the release side
(outside of the molding machine).
• If jumper is plugged into the relay metal socket box, the molding machine
will remain able to execute mold open/close even while the unloader's
vertical arm is in lowered position within the mold. This can result in
damage to the mold and/or the arm.
Initial screen
Mold closing
MC completed
RY2 Mold closing safety
Piping
Connect the primary-side air hose you have prepared
to the <IN> side of the filter regulator.
Primary-side
air hose
Lower Higher
2 Regulator (For air cushion)
Air pressure
adjustment Pull the air pressure adjustment knob and turn it to
Release
knob adjust the air pressure.
Air for posture operation Air is supplied from the exhaust-air side Stops air supply of exhaust-air
is supplied. when the set timer expires. The impact side with posture operation
under posture operation is absorbed at limit (L9) ON. And posture
cylinder-stroke end (air cushion). operation completes.
Some adjustments will be required to achieve proper air-cushion effect according to the chuck-plate shape
and the product weight (chuck plate included). Adjust the setting time of T41 Posture operation high speed
and T42 Posture return high speed in proportion to the product weight (chuck plate included) or to the
chuck-plate size.
CAUTION
The rule for the adjustment will be amended according to the shape of the chuck plate.
Long-time operation with improper adjust conditions may damage the machine.
Unloading position
CAUTION
The position of the dog for the extract-side end proximity switch (for L1) is
factory-set. Do not modify it.
Modification may cause the error of the traverse axis motor or may cause the
traverse axis point to deviate.
2025
Release position
CAUTION
Install the magnet for release-area magnetic proximity sensors (for L12) to
IMM. The position shall be outside of the safety door (release side) of IMM.
Do not install the magnet inside of the safety door of IMM (to the position
over the IMM). Improper axis setting of the stop position of the traverse axis
can cause interference of the vertical unit and the chuck plate with other
components such as a safety door or a tie bar.
POINT
Set the packing data on the traverse axis within
the range of the activation of the Release-side
area magnet proximity sensor (L12).
2031 POINT
When products are released in one position, enter
“1” for [PACKING QTY] for all axes.
POINT
Set the packing data on the traverse axis within
the range of the activation of the Release-side
area magnet proximity sensor (L12).
2031 POINT
When products are released in one position, enter
“1” for [PACKING QTY] for all axes.
1. Chuck Replacement
Move the product-side vertical arm manually to a position convenient to chuck replacement.
CAUTION
Before replacing the chuck plate, be sure to
cut off the control-box power and the air
supply.
POINT
After replacing the chuck plate, you must adjust
the posture-action and posture-return speed. (See
Section 2-3.)
CAUTION
Be careful of the arm movement during the
position setting.
POINT
Make sure that interference prevention proximity
switch (L33) is ON.
CAUTION
Be sure that the molding machine's safety
door is securely closed before lowering the
arm into the mold. The arm will not descend
if the door is open.
POINT
Normally, this is done by aligning the sprue
release hole of the chuck plate with the nozzle
center.
* It should be noted however that the sprue
release hole is not provided at the center of the
chuck plate or there may be no sprue release
hole, depending on products to be extracted.
* For instructions on setting the extraction
chuck position and extraction ascent position,
refer to "9.SETTING AXIS POSITIONS
(TEACH POINTS)" of the STEC-510
Operation Manual.
CAUTION
Be careful of the arm movement during the
position setting.
POINT
Make sure that interference prevention proximity
switch (L33) is ON.
CAUTION
Be sure that the molding machine's safety
door is securely closed before lowering the
arm into the mold. The arm will not descend
if the door is open.
POINT
Normally, this is done by aligning the sprue
release hole of the chuck plate with the nozzle
center.
* It should be noted however that the sprue
release hole is not provided at the center of the
chuck plate or there may be no sprue release
hole, depending on products to be extracted.
* For instructions on setting the extraction
chuck position and extraction ascent position,
refer to "9.SETTING AXIS POSITIONS
(TEACH POINTS)" of the STEC-510
Operation Manual
CAUTION
Be careful of the arm movement during the
position setting. Note that it is possible for the
runner chuck to interfere with the mold.
screen.
POINT
Make sure that interference prevention proximity
switch (L33) is ON.
memory.
CAUTION
Be sure that the molding machine's safety
door is securely closed before lowering the
arm into the mold. The arm will not descend
if the door is open.
2051
POINT
Chucking may be carried out outside the center of
the molding machine nozzle, depending on the
shape of the runner. Adjust the runner chuck
position (as explained on the left fig) in such a
case.
* For instructions on setting the chuck position
and extraction ascent position, refer to
"9.SETTING AXIS POSITIONS (TEACH
POINTS)" of the STEC-510 Operation
Manual.
On completion of setting:
key.
the key.
2055
CAUTION
Be careful of the arm movement during the
position setting. Note that it is possible for the
runner chuck to interfere with the mold.
POINT
Make sure that interference prevention proximity
switch (L33) is ON.
memory.
CAUTION
Be sure that the molding machine's safety
door is securely closed before lowering the
arm into the mold. The arm will not descend
if the door is open.
2051
POINT
Chucking may be carried out outside the center of
the molding machine nozzle, depending on the
shape of the runner. Adjust the runner chuck
position (as explained on the left fig) in such a
case.
* For instructions on setting the chuck position
and extraction ascent position, refer to
"9.SETTING AXIS POSITIONS (TEACH
POINTS)" of the STEC-510 Operation
Manual.
Fixing bolt
On completion of setting:
1. Press the button in the MENU DISPLAY
screen.
On the USER POINT screen, press the
/ keys to select [P003].
2055
POINT
For detail on how to set these modes, see the operation manual for the controller.
CAUTION
• If the power is turned off with the product being sucked, because of
emergency stop or any other reason, immediately remove the product.
Otherwise, there is a danger of the product falling due to decreased
suction pressure.
Mount
fixture
Stec-510
Product Product
Confirmation
limit switch (L4)
Stec-510NC
Relay
terminal
Stec-510
Stec-510NC
POINT
Fix the component with a lock nut after
adjusting the adjustment needle.
Adjust the air blowout time with the
vacuum-break timer (T28) with a vacuum
break.
* It is recommended that you do not set
extremely long time.
Air consumption will increase.
Stec-510 Stec-510NC
• Set [VACUUM UNIT] to ON.
POINT
If necessary, adjust the vacuum-break flow regulating needle to smooth out the product
release. You will need to do this, for example, if products fail to release smoothly, or if the
release is so strong that products scatter away from the designated position.
Sensor OFF This sensor is built into the chuck. Check whether this
sensor operates properly when a sprue runner is
chucked.
POINT
Sensor in Make sure that the sensor is OFF when there is no
Sensor ON chuck runner (chuck is open or completely closed).
Runner
Sensor OFF
•Set [RUNNER ARM] to ON for Stec-510 •Set [Conf. LS-4S] to ON for Stec-510NC
Thick
Lamp POINT
Thin
Make sure that the sensor is OFF when there
Runner is no runner (chuck is open or completely
confirmation
auto switch
closed).
POINT
Make sure that the midway release position is
outside of the molding machine and is within the
activation range of the release-side area proximity
switch (L12).
When these mechanical settings are complete, set the modes and timers according to the
operation manual for the controller (STEC-510).
POINT
Make sure that the midway release position is
outside of the molding machine and is within the
activation range of the release-side area proximity
switch (L12).
When these mechanical settings are complete, set the point and timers according to the operation
manual for the controller (STEC-510 NC).
CAUTION
• Before starting automatic operation, re-tighten all the bolts adjusted
during the settings.
• Upon finishing the adjustment, remember to remove any tools remaining
on the unloader or inspection stand before beginning actual operation
(either manual or automatic). Tools left in these areas may damage the
equipment, or may fall and cause injury.
POINT
It is possible to reduce the time required for subsequent condition setting
operations by saving the conditions for each mold either internally or on an
external storage device.
4. STEC-610 SETTINGS
POINT
For full information about how to set the unloader, refer also to the controller (STEC-610)
Operation Manual “Operation Edition”.
CAUTION
Before making unloader settings or manual checking operation of the
unloader, select the "Lo" (low) speed on the OPERATION MODE screen of
the pendant.
Wiring
Connect the molding machine to the control box of the unloader, and use the control box to verify
the signals between the molding machine and unloader.
WARNING
• If you are going to operate the molding machine independently
(unlinked), you should first move the traverse unit to the release side
(outside of the molding machine).
• If jumper is plugged into the relay metal socket box, the molding machine
will remain able to execute mold open/close even while the unloader's
vertical arm is in lowered position within the mold. This can result in
damage to the mold and/or the arm.
and press .
Displayed in green ON
Piping
Connect the primary-side air hose you have prepared
to the <IN> side of the filter regulator.
Primary-side
air hose
Higher
2 Precision regulator (For the balance cylinder)
Lower
Set by turning the air pressure adjustment knob after
Fixing
nut
loosening the lock nut. After adjusting, tighten the
Fix
lock nut by turning it with a spanner.
Release
Unloading position
CAUTION
The position of the dog for the extract-side end proximity switch (for L1) is
factory-set. Do not modify it.
Modification may cause the error of the traverse axis motor or may cause the
traverse axis point to deviate.
2025
Release position
CAUTION
Install the magnet for release-area magnetic proximity sensors (for L12) to
IMM. The position shall be outside of the safety door (release side) of IMM.
Do not install the magnet inside of the safety door of IMM (to the position
over the IMM). Improper axis setting of the stop position of the traverse axis
can cause interference of the vertical unit and the chuck plate with other
components such as a safety door or a tie bar.
3 Press .
POINT
Set the packaging data on the traverse axis within the range of the activation of the
Release-side area magnet proximity sensor (L12).
POINT
When products are released in one position, enter “1” for [PACKAGING QTY] for all
axes.
1. Chuck Replacement
Using the (manual operation), move the product-side vertical arm to a position where
POINT
Preset a chuck change position using the
[CHUCK EXCHANGE] button on the axis
2 setting screen.
CAUTION
Before replacing the chuck plate, be sure to cut off the control-box power and
the air supply.
POINT
After replacing the chuck plate, you must adjust the posture-action and
posture-return speed. (See Section 2-3.)
2) Press <start>.
(manual operation)
CAUTION
Be careful of the arm movement during the
position setting.
8 Press .
POINT
Make sure that interference prevention proximity
switch (L33) is ON.
CAUTION
Be sure that the molding machine's safety
door is securely closed before lowering the
arm into the mold. The arm will not descend if
the door is open.
POINT
Normally, this is done by aligning the sprue release
hole of the chuck plate with the nozzle center.
* It should be noted however that the sprue release
hole is not provided at the center of the chuck plate
or there may be no sprue release hole, depending
on products to be extracted.
* For instructions on setting the extraction chuck
position and extraction ascent position, refer to "9.
SETTING AXIS POSITIONS (TEACH
POINTS)" of the STEC-610 Operation
Manual.
(manual operation).
CAUTION
Be careful of the arm movement during the
position setting. Note that it is possible for the
runner chuck to interfere with the mold.
8 Press .
POINT
Make sure that interference prevention proximity
switch (L33) is ON.
in memory.
CAUTION
Be sure that the molding machine's safety
door is securely closed before lowering the
arm into the mold. The arm will not descend
if the door is open.
POINT
Chucking may be carried out outside the center of
the molding machine nozzle, depending on the
shape of the runner. Adjust the runner chuck
position (as explained on the following page) in
such a case.
* For instructions on setting the extraction
position and extraction ascent position, refer to
"9. SETTING AXIS POSITIONS (TEACH
POINTS)" of the STEC-610 Operation
Manual.
Fixing bolt
Fixing bolt
On completion of setting:
- Sheet key -
3. Hold down the move-enable switch and press the
and keys to move the product-side
and runner-side vertical arms simultaneously down
into the mold.
POINT
For detail on how to set these modes, see the operation manual for the controller.
CAUTION
• If the power is turned off with the product being sucked, because of
emergency stop or any other reason, immediately remove the product.
Otherwise, there is a danger of the product falling due to decreased
suction pressure.
Mount
fixture
Product
confirmation
limit switch (L4) Product
Relay
terminal
POINT
Fix the component with a lock nut after
adjusting the adjustment needle.
Adjust the air blowout time with the
vacuum-break timer (T28) with a vacuum
break.
* It is recommended that you do not set
extremely long time.
Air consumption will increase.
POINT
If necessary, adjust the vacuum-break flow regulating needle to smooth out the product
release. You will need to do this, for example, if products fail to release smoothly, or if the
release is so strong that products scatter away from the designated position.
Sensor OFF This sensor is built into the chuck. Check whether this
sensor operates properly when a sprue runner is
chucked.
Sensor in
POINT
Sensor ON chuck Make sure that the sensor is OFF when there is no
runner (chuck is open or completely closed).
Runner
Sensor OFF
POINT
Make sure that the midway release position is
outside of the molding machine and is within the
activation range of the Release-side area magnet
proximity sensor (L12).
When these mechanical settings are complete, set the modes and timers according to the
operation manual for the controller (STEC-610).
CAUTION
• Before starting automatic operation, re-tighten all the bolts adjusted
during the settings.
• Upon finishing the adjustment, remember to remove any tools remaining
on the unloader or inspection stand before beginning actual operation
(either manual or automatic). Tools left in these areas may damage the
equipment, or may fall and cause injury.
POINT
It is possible to reduce the time required for subsequent condition setting
operations by saving the conditions for each mold either internally or on an
external storage device.
To prolong the service life of the unloader and to prevent accidents, inspect the unloader regularly.
POINT
With the control box maintenance function, inspection list and lubrication information can
be displayed on the pendant operation panel screen regularly. For more information, refer
to the control box (STEC-510, STEC-610) instruction manual (technical).
① ② ③
⑧,⑮ ②
⑥ See technical edition
⑭
⑬
⑬
⑭
⑧,⑮
⑪ Also check the fixing bolts for
sub base and IMM.
⑬
⑭ ⑬
⑭ ⑭
⑧,⑮
⑨
⑧,⑮
⑭
⑧,⑮
⑰
⑤
●Gx/ix-700(s)V-II ●Gx/ix-700HV-II
④ ① ④
⑭
⑭
⑧,⑮
⑲
⑧,⑮ ⑪ Also check the fixing bolts for sub
base and IMM.
⑧,⑮
⑭ ⑬
⑧,⑮
⑭
⑤
⑨ ⑪ Also check the fixing bolts for
⑰ sub base and IMM.
5-4 DOC. IM 79003002
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
⑧,⑮
⑱
⑯ ⑭
⑧,⑮
⑭
⑧,⑮ ⑲
⑪ Also check the fixing bolts for sub
base and IMM.
⑧,⑮
⑬
⑱
⑯
⑭
⑭
⑭
⑧,⑮
⑨
⑰
Lubrication diagram
POINT
With the control box maintenance function, the lubrication interval for each axis can be
displayed on the screen. For more information, refer to the control box (STEC-510,
STEC-610) instruction manual (technical).
●Lx-600(s) ●Lx-600H
① ② ③
②
⑤
●Lx-1000(s) ●Lx-1000H
④
⑤
③
① ②
⑥
⑦
④ ②
④
①
⑤
① ②
⑥
③ ④
Oiling
LM guide
1. Feed grease by the grease pump from the
grease nipple.
2. Supply grease until the casing just
overflows.
3. Wipe the excessive grease using a cloth, etc.
Grease nipple
Grease
* Supply grease from the grease nipple periodically (refer to “Lubrication Diagram”).
* As the lubricating grease provided at shipping, the following product is used.
Company name: WANENLUBE
Parts name: Wanen Mecha Power Grease #1 (#0 for automatic pump specifications)
* The parts in the above table are for standard specifications. The models may be different
depending on options.
* Parts used in the unloader are subject to change without prior notice.
Lx-1000
* The parts in the above table are for standard specifications. The models may be different
depending on options.
* Parts used in the unloader are subject to change without prior notice.
7. PARTS LIST
Magnetic
proximity sensor Star
RS-1SH-XMR Release-side area (L12) 1 171161
(complete with Seiki
connector)
Star
RS magnet RSM-C Release-side area (L12) Seiki
1 171009
Auto switch
Posture return-end (L8)
(complete with D-A93-XMR SMC 2 030463
Posture action-end (L9)
connector)
Pressure switch NPS-030-12 Air pressure (PS) TACO 1 131314
Posture action
Speed controller AS1201F-M5-04 SMC 2 000212
Posture return
W3000-10W
Filter regulator -FZX1-B3W
Air adjustment CKD 1 221132
8. OUTER DIMENSIONS
■Lx-600(s)
Product
-side 1333mm
700ST 735ST
Runner
-side 1359mm
H…Product vertical ST
J …S-side vertical ST
■Lx-600H
A B C D E F G H I
■Lx-1000(s)
●Cylinder type
A B K C D E F G H I J
Product Product
1400TR 2108mm 339mm 520mm -side 645mm -side 1142mm
Max
1487mm 965mm 700ST 735ST
600 Runner Runner
1600TR 2338mm 369mm S model 425mm -side 654mm -side 1151mm
Product Product
1800TR 2538mm 369mm 620mm -side 694mm -side 1191mm
Max
1587mm 1065mm 800ST 835ST
700 Runner Runner
2000TR 2708mm 339mm S model 770mm -side 703mm -side 1200mm
Product Product
-side 743mm -side 1249mm
C…Front-most position
900ST 935ST
D …Crosswise ST Runner Runner
-side 752mm -side 1240mm
Product Product
-side 792mm -side 1289mm
1000ST 1035ST
Runner Runner
-side 801mm -side 1298mm
G…Product vertical ST
J …S-side vertical ST
●2-axis NC type
A B K C D E F G H I J
Product Product
1400TR 2242mm 339mm 470mm -side 645mm -side 1142mm
Max
1487mm 965mm 700ST 735ST
590 Runner Runner
1600TR 2472mm 369mm S model 375mm -side 654mm -side 1151mm
Product Product
1800TR 2672mm 369mm 570mm -side 694mm -side 1191mm
Max
1587mm 1065mm 800ST 835ST
690 Runner Runner
2000TR 2842mm 339mm S model 475mm -side 703mm -side 1200mm
Product Product
-side 752mm -side 1240mm
C…Front-most position
900ST 935ST
D …Crosswise ST Runner Runner
-side 743mm -side 1249mm
Product Product
-side 792mm -side 1289mm
1000ST 1035ST
Runner Runner
-side 801mm -side 1298mm
G…Product vertical ST
J …S-side vertical ST
■Lx-1000H
●Cylinder type
A B C D E F G H I
●2-axis NC type
A B C D E F G H I
■Lx-1100(s), Lx-1500(s)
●Cylinder type
A B C L D E F G H I J K
●2-axis NC type
A B C L D E F G H I J K
■Lx-1100H, Lx-1500H
●Cylinder type
A B C D E F G H I
●2-axis NC type
A B C D E F G H I
◇ SPECIFICATIONS
Operating fluid Compressed air filtered with filter element rated under
74μm
Operating pressure 0.35~0.50MPa
Generated vacuum pressure -0.08 MPa (at 0.4MPa of supply pressure)
Suction flow About 25 dm3/min (ANR) (at 0.4MPa of supply pressure)
Air consumption About 28 dm3/min (ANR) (at 0.4MPa of supply pressure)
Ambient temperature 5~50℃
Mass 1.0 kg (about)
Referred technical drawing H-9803
1
◇ OPERATION
During Suction =V17 side solenoid pilot
is in energized condition.
• Pressure air that is supplied by 3-port
solenoid valve (00) passes through
ejector section (33) with high speed. At
this time, ejector sucks air in circuit of
VACUUM port to generate vacuum
condition.
• When vacuum degree is increased up to
set operation pressure for the vacuum
switch, electrical signal is issued.
• Generated vacuum adjusting screw (40) can adjust suction flow amount sucked by the ejector.
This screw can make the change of generated vacuum degree bigger, so as to distinct the
judgments between complete sucking and incomplete sucking at vacuum pad (sucker pad).
• An element (59) is installed in suction line in order to prevent deteriorating performance of
ejector and adjusting screw of vacuum degree by entering of dust and contaminants which
come from the VACUUM port.
• Silencer element (44) decreases exhaust noise generated by pressure air flowed from the
ejector.
Maintaining Vacuum =Both solenoids of V17 and V3V are in de-energized condition.
• After adsorption at VACUUM port was completed by energizing of V17 solenoid of the 3-port
valve, vacuum degree in the VACUUM port is kept by check valve (15), even if both solenoids
of V17 and V3V are de-energized.
In case the vacuum degree decreased owing to leakage in the vacuum pad, energize V17
solenoid again for recovering the vacuum degree. Accordingly, de-energizing 3-port solenoid
valve after completion of adsorption saves on air consumption.
◇ CHARCTERISTICS CURVE
2
◇ HANDLING
INSTALLATION
• Install the S-VAM vacuum generation
unit with vertical position.
• Enough space for maintenance and
inspection should be considered.
• Piping connected to the unit should be
flushed with compressed air before
installation.
• Sealing material and seal tape should
be used at a minimum in order to avoid
entering them into inside of the unit.
• Supply clean compressed air, which is
0.35 to 0.50 MPa, to AIR IN port.
• Supply air should be cleaned and regulated by general filter unit and regulator unit. Don’t
use lubricator upstream to the vacuum generating unit.
ELECTRICAL WIRING
• Rated supply voltage is DC24V for both the 3-port solenoid valve and the vacuum switch.
3-Port Solenoid Valve
• VC50608-080 unit is assembled with a 3-position double solenoid valve. By energizing V17
side solenoid, pressure air is supplied to ejector and generates vacuum in VACUUM port.
When V17 side solenoid is in de-energized condition, supply air to the ejector stops. In case of
energizing V3V side of the 3-port solenoid valve, supply air is supplied to Vacuum port as
vacuum destruct air. Take care not to mistake electrical wiring for V3V solenoid and for V17
solenoid.
• At planning electrical circuit, take care not to activate both V17 and V3V solenoids at the
same time.
3
Vacuum Switch
• Take care not to apply unreasonable tension force to the leads of vacuum switch.
• Lead wires for input/output are already connected to a connector at factory. Number of
connector pin and color of lead wire for each pin are as follows.
Refer to the enclosed instructions to the vacuum switch with display for detailed operating
method.
ADJUSTMENT
Vacuum degree adjusting screw: can adjust suction flow amount through VACUUM port.
Turn anticlockwise ⇒ increases suction flow ⇒ increases vacuum degree
Turn clockwise ⇒ decreases suction flow ⇒ decreases vacuum degree
Vacuum destruct flow adjusting screw: can adjust flow amount for destruct vacuum that is
performed by energizing the V3V solenoid.
Turn anticlockwise ⇒ increases flow amount for vacuum destruct air ⇒ pressure
rises fast
Turn clockwise ⇒ decreases flow amount for vacuum destruct air ⇒ pressure rises
slowly
NOTE: Lock each adjusting screw with lock nut after adjustment is completed.
◇ MAINTENANCE
• Filter element (59):
The dust and contaminants, which adhere to the work object and exist in surroundings, are
gradually accumulated at this filter element by suction operation. Periodical replacement is
required as the clogged filter element causes decrease of suction efficiency.
• Inspect the piping, tubing and vacuum pad (sucker pad) for the system. Inferiors and
damaged should be replaced.
• Disassembling and reassembling should be done with preparation of the assembly drawing in
advance.
Power supply and air supply should be removed
before disassembling.
4
◇ TROUBLESHOOTING
MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSES
【1】 1-1: No supply pressure, or lower supply pressure.
Impossible to generate 1-2: 3-port sol. valve is not shifted. ⇒Refer to 【5】
vacuum pressure. 1-3: Improper adjustments of the generated vacuum adjusting
screw. (It may be excessively screwed.)
1-4: Failure of 3-port valve leaks pressure air toward VACUUM
port side.
【2】 2-1: There is a leak in vacuum circuit by failure of piping/tubing,
Generated vacuum or failure of sucker pad. ⇒To be replaced.
degree is low, or 2-2: Improper adjustments of the generated vacuum adjusting
suction flow is a little screw.
amount. 2-3: 3-port solenoid valve is in state of failure.
2-4: Element or silencer clogs. ⇒To be replaced.
2-5: Ejector clogs up, or O-ring on ejector is damaged.
⇒To be replaced.
【3】 3-1: 3-port sol. valve is not shifted. ⇒Refer to 【5】
Vacuum destruct valve 3-2: Vacuum destruct flow adjusting screw is screwed excessively.
does not work. 3-3: Supply air pressure is low.
【4】 4-1: Generated vacuum degree is too low for the switch to
Vacuum switch does function.
not work. 4-2: Electrical wiring or supply voltage is incorrect.
4-3: Vacuum switch malfunctions. ⇒To be replaced.
【5】 5-1: Pilot solenoid is not activated, or another side pilot solenoid
3-port solenoid valve remains energized.
does not work. 5-2: There is no supply pressure.
5-3: Solenoid coil is in breaking. ⇒To be replaced.
5-4: Foreign matter prevents working of valve.
● According to the causes of troubles, perform adjustment, modification, inspection with
disassembling, and replacement of parts.
5
◇ VC50608-080 Main Parts Assembly Drawing
6
134-063
Modular Vacuum Generation Unit
- S-VAM -
Model No. VC50647-080
◇ SPECIFICATIONS
Operating fluid Compressed air filtered with filter element rated under
74μm
Operating pressure 0.35~0.50MPa
Generated vacuum pressure -0.08 MPa (at 0.4MPa of supply pressure)
Suction flow About 25 dm3/min (ANR) (at 0.4MPa of supply pressure)
Air consumption About 28 dm3/min (ANR) (at 0.4MPa of supply pressure)
Ambient temperature 5~50℃
Mass 1.0 kg (about)
Referred technical drawing H-9954
1
◇ OPERATION
During Suction = Both solenoids of V17 and V3V are in de-energized condition.
• Pressure air that is supplied by 3-port
solenoid valve (00) passes through ejector
section (33) with high speed. At this time,
ejector sucks air in circuit of VACUUM
port to generate vacuum condition.
• When vacuum degree is increased up to set
operation pressure for the vacuum switch,
electrical signal is issued.
• Generated vacuum adjusting screw (40)
can adjust suction flow amount sucked by
the ejector. This screw can make the
change of generated vacuum degree bigger,
so as to distinct the judgments between complete sucking and incomplete sucking at vacuum
pad (sucker pad).
• An element (59) is installed in suction line in order to prevent deteriorating performance of
ejector and adjusting screw of vacuum degree by entering of dust and contaminants which
come from the VACUUM port.
• Silencer element (44) decreases exhaust noise generated by pressure air flowed from the
ejector.
◇ CHARCTERISTICS CURVE
2
◇ HANDLING
INSTALLATION
• Install the S-VAM vacuum generation
unit with vertical position.
• Enough space for maintenance and
inspection should be considered.
• Piping connected to the unit should be
flushed with compressed air before
installation.
• Sealing material and seal tape should be
used at a minimum in order to avoid
entering them into inside of the unit.
• Supply clean compressed air, which is
0.35 to 0.50 MPa, to AIR IN port.
• Supply air should be cleaned and regulated by general filter unit and regulator unit. Don’t
use lubricator upstream to the vacuum generating unit.
ELECTRICAL WIRING
• Rated supply voltage is DC24V for both the 3-port solenoid valve and the vacuum switch.
3-Port Solenoid Valve
• VC50647-080 unit is assembled with a 3-position double solenoid valve. By de-energizing V17
and V3V side solenoids, pressure air is supplied to ejector and generates vacuum in
VACUUM port. When V17 side solenoid is in energized condition, supply air to the ejector
stops. In case of energizing V3V side of the 3-port solenoid valve, supply air is supplied to
Vacuum port as vacuum destruct air. Take care not to mistake electrical wiring for V3V
solenoid and for V17 solenoid.
• At planning electrical circuit, take care not to activate both V17 and V3V solenoids at the
same time.
3
Vacuum Switch
• Take care not to apply unreasonable tension force to the leads of vacuum switch.
• Lead wires for input/output are already connected to a connector at factory. Number of
connector pin and color of lead wire for each pin are as follows.
ADJUSTMENT
Vacuum degree adjusting screw: can adjust suction flow amount through VACUUM port.
Turn anticlockwise ⇒ increases suction flow ⇒ increases vacuum degree
Turn clockwise ⇒ decreases suction flow ⇒ decreases vacuum degree
Vacuum destruct flow adjusting screw: can adjust flow amount for destruct vacuum that is
performed by energizing the V3V solenoid.
Turn anticlockwise ⇒ increases flow amount for vacuum destruct air ⇒ pressure
rises fast
Turn clockwise ⇒ decreases flow amount for vacuum destruct air ⇒ pressure rises
slowly
NOTE: Lock each adjusting screw with lock nut after adjustment is completed.
◇ MAINTENANCE
• Filter element (59):
The dust and contaminants, which adhere to the work object and exist in surroundings, are
gradually accumulated at this filter element by suction operation. Periodical replacement is
required as the clogged filter element causes decrease of suction efficiency.
• Inspect the piping, tubing and vacuum pad (sucker pad) for the system. Inferiors and
damaged should be replaced.
• Disassembling and reassembling should be done with preparation of the assembly drawing in
advance.
Power supply and air supply should be removed
before disassembling.
4
◇ TROUBLESHOOTING
MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSES
【1】 1-1: No supply pressure, or lower supply pressure.
Impossible to generate 1-2: 3-port sol. valve is not shifted. ⇒Refer to 【5】
vacuum pressure. 1-3: Improper adjustments of the generated vacuum adjusting
screw. (It may be excessively screwed.)
1-4: Failure of 3-port valve leaks pressure air toward VACUUM
port side.
【2】 2-1: There is a leak in vacuum circuit by failure of piping/tubing,
Generated vacuum or failure of sucker pad. ⇒To be replaced.
degree is low, or 2-2: Improper adjustments of the generated vacuum adjusting
suction flow is a little screw.
amount. 2-3: 3-port solenoid valve is in state of failure.
2-4: Element or silencer clogs. ⇒To be replaced.
2-5: Ejector clogs up, or O-ring on ejector is damaged.
⇒To be replaced.
【3】 3-1: 3-port sol. valve is not shifted. ⇒Refer to 【5】
Vacuum destruct valve 3-2: Vacuum destruct flow adjusting screw is screwed excessively.
does not work. 3-3: Supply air pressure is low.
【4】 4-1: Generated vacuum degree is too low for the switch to
Vacuum switch does function.
not work. 4-2: Electrical wiring or supply voltage is incorrect.
4-3: Vacuum switch malfunctions. ⇒To be replaced.
【5】 5-1: Pilot solenoid is not activated, or another side pilot solenoid
3-port solenoid valve remains energized.
does not work. 5-2: There is no supply pressure.
5-3: Solenoid coil is in breaking. ⇒To be replaced.
5-4: Foreign matter prevents working of valve.
● According to the causes of troubles, perform adjustment, modification, inspection with
disassembling, and replacement of parts.
5
◇ VC50647-080 Main Parts Assembly Drawing
6
4 WIRING
Connection method
٨ Insert the cable with connector CN-14A-Cغ
INSTRUCTION MANUAL into this product's connection connector Cable with connector
CN-14A-Cغ
section as shown in the right figure.
Pressure Sensor High-performance Digital Display
Disconnection method
DP-100 Series SI unit only
٨ Pressing the release lever of the cable
Release lever
When mounting the sensor onto the sensor mounting bracket, etc., the (Brown) +V
tightening torque should be 0.5N䊶m or less. 100mA max.
Main circuit
(Brown) +V
100mA max.
Main circuit
٨ The panel mounting bracket MS-DP1-2 (optional) and front cover 1kΩ (Black) Comparative output 1 + 12 to 24V DC
MS-DP1-3 (optional) are also available as options. (White) _ ±10%
Analog voltage output Load
M3 (length 12mm) tapping or external input
screw
(Blue) 0V
(Accessory with MS-DP1-2)
Internal circuit Users' circuit
Front cover
MS-DP1-3 (Optional) Panel cut-out size
(Unit: mm)
0
31㧙0.4
P
(exceeds the lower limit) will appear on the sub-display.
' ' will also appear if the Hi side threshold value exceeds the Lo side threshold
H㧦Hysteresis fixed (Note 1) value when setting the ' hysteresis mode / window comparator mode ' threshold value.
0
Comparative ON Standard type
output OFF
<Setting condition 1>
Notes:1) Hysteresis can be fixed in 8 steps. Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (EASY mode)
10
Refer to <Hysteresis fixed value selection> in 'PRO MODE' for setting. Comparative output 2 output mode: ' ' (OFF)
2 ' ' is displayed for comparative output 1 and ' ' for comparative output 2
on the sub-display . <RUN mode state>
Hysteresis mode
٨ The comparative output ON / OFF state can be controlled with randomly
<Setting condition 2>
set hysteresis in this mode. Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (EASY mode)
Comparative output 2 output mode: ' ' (EASY mode)
Pressure
Hi
H: 1 digit or more <RUN mode state>
H (Hysteresis)
2 digits or more when
Lo
using psi unit Automatic
0
Comparative ON MODE
output OFF
Note: ' ' or ' ' is displayed for comparative output 1 and ' ' or ' ' for Automatic
comparative output 2 on the sub-display.
<Setting condition 3>
Window comparator mode Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (EASY mode)
٨ In this mode, the ON or OFF state of the comparative output is controlled Comparative output 2 output mode: ' ' (Hysteresis mode) or
' ' (Window comparator mode)
with a pressure in the set range.
<RUN mode state>
H (Hysteresis)
Pressure
Hi Automatic
H (Hysteresis)
Lo H㧦Hysteresis fixed (Note 1) MODE
0
Comparative ON MODE Automatic
output OFF
MODE
Notes:1) Hysteresis can be fixed in 8 steps.
Refer to < Hysteresis fixed value selection> in 'PRO
10 MODE' for setting. Automatic
2 ' ' or ' ' is displayed for comparative output 1 and ' ' or ' ' for
comparative output 2 on the sub-display. <Setting condition 4>
Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (Hysteresis mode) or
7 SETTING ' ' (Window comparator mode)
Comparative output 2 output mode: ' ' (OFF)
<Setting procedures>
RUN MODE <RUN mode state>
Automatic
This is the pressure detection state.
Refer to ' 8 RUN MODE'. MODE
Automatic
MODE
MENU SETTING MODE <Setting condition 5>
Press for 2 sec.
This is the setting mode for simple Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (Hysteresis mode) or
setting. ' ' (Window comparator mode)
Refer to ' 9 MENU SETTING MODE '. Comparative output 2 output mode: ' ' (EASY mode)
Note: Although the menu setting mode appears two seconds after the mode selection
Automatic
key is pressed, keep pressing the key.
MODE
Automatic
MODE MODE
Automatic
MODE
Automatic
High-function type 9 MENU SETTING MODE
<Setting condition 7> ٨ When the mode selection key is held down for two seconds in the
Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (EASY mode)
RUN mode, the menu setting mode will open.
Analog voltage output / external input selection: ' ' (Analog voltage output)
٨ The mode will change to the RUN mode when the mode selection key
<RUN mode state> is held down during this setting process.
٨ The leftmost setting items are the default settings (factory settings).
<RUN mode>
<Setting condition 8> MODE Press for 2 sec.
Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (EASY mode)
<Comparative output 1 output mode setting>
Analog voltage output / external input selection: ' ' (Auto-reference input) or
' ' (Remote zero-adjustment input)
<RUN mode state>
(EASY mode) Hysteresis Window
Automatic mode comparator
MODE mode
MODE
Standard type
Blinks alternately (Note)
<Comparative output 2 output mode setting> (Note 1)
Automatic
Analog Auto-refer- Remote
voltage ence input zero-adjust-
<Setting condition 10> output ment input
Comparative output 1 output mode: ' ' (Hysteresis mode) or
MODE
' ' (Window comparator mode)
Analog voltage output / external input selection: ' ' (Auto-reference input) or
Standard type
' ' (Remote zero-adjustment input)
<N.O. / N.C. selection> (Note 1) (Note 2)
<RUN mode state>
Automatic
٨ The zero-adjustment function forcibly sets the pressure value to 'zero' (2.5ms) (5ms) (5,000ms)
when the pressure port is opened. MODE
Hold
down <Display color of the main display selection>
Automatic
Key lock function Red when ON Red when ON (Always red) (Always green)
Green when OFF Green when OFF
٨ The key lock function prevents key operations so that the conditions set
in each setting mode are not inadvertently changed. MODE
Low pressure type
٨ When the mode selection key is held down for four seconds in the RUN mode, the PRO mode will open. Second digit
Third
Fourth digit
٨ The mode will change to the RUN mode when the mode selection key is held First digit High-func- Standard
Code
Standard type digit
tion type type only
down during this setting process. In this case, the changed item is entered. Comparative out- N.O. / N.C. Comparative out- N.O. / N.C. Analog voltage out- Threshold Displayed color of Displayed
٨ The leftmost settings are the default settings (factory setting). put 1 output mode selection put 2 output mode selection put / external input display the main display color relation
<RUN mode> <Sub-display selection> Analog volt- C o m p a r a-
N.O. OFF OFF age output P-1, Lo-1
When ' ' is set. When ' ' is set. Red when tive output 1
MODE Hold down for EASY
Auto ref- ON C o m p a r a-
four seconds N.C. N.O. Hi-1
<PRO mode> erence tive output 2
EASY
Remote zero- C o m p a r a-
N.O. N.C. P-2, Lo-2
adjustment Green when tive output 1
Hysteresis
MODE MODE ON C o m p a r a-
N.C. N.O. 㧙 Hi-2
When 'No. tive output 2
MODE
Hysteresis
display' or C o m p a r a-
N.O. N.C. 㧙 ADJ.
'Custom dis- Change the dis- Window tive output 1
comparator
Always red
play' is set in played details with 㧙 㧙 C o m p a r a-
MODE and . N.C. N.O.
'Sub-display MODE MODE Window tive output 2
selection'. comparator C o m p a r a-
MODE 㧙 㧙 N.C. 㧙 㧙
tive output 1
Always green
<RUN mode> C o m p a r a-
㧙 㧙 㧙 㧙 㧙 㧙
<Sub-display selection> tive output 2
Code
Response time Unit selection Display speed Eco mode
250ms (500ms) (1,000ms) 2.5ms MPa 250ms OFF
MODE 5ms kPa 500ms Std
<Hysteresis fixed value selection> (1 level: Approx.1 digit) 10ms 㧙 1,000ms Full
25ms 㧙 㧙 㧙
50ms 㧙 㧙 㧙
(Max.) (Min.) 100ms 㧙 㧙 㧙
MODE
250ms 㧙 㧙 㧙
High-function type
MODE
11 SETTING COPY FUNCTION
<Eco mode setting>
٨ This can copy the settings of the master side sensor to the slave side sensor.
٨Be sure to use the setting copy function between the identical models.
OFF (Standard) (Max.) This function cannot be used between different models.
MODE
٨Only one sensor can be connected on slave side with a master side sensor for the setting copy function.
<Setting check code> <Setting procedure>
Ԙ Set the setting copy function of the master side sensor to 'Copy sending ON' or
Automatic
'Copy sending ON-L', and then press the mode selection key so that the sensor is in
copy ready state. For details, refer to <Setting copy mode> in ' 10 PRO MODE'.
MODE
ԙ Turn off the master side sensor.
<Setting copy mode> Ԛ Connect the master side sensor with the slave side sensor as shown below.
Color code of cable with connector Power supply
Master side sensor Slave side sensor
Copy sending Copy sending Copy sending (Brown) +V (Brown) +V
OFF ON ON-L
(Blue) 0V (Blue) 0V
MODE MODE MODE
(Black) Comparative output 1 (Black) Comparative output 1
<Reset setting>
(White) Comparative output 2 (Note 1) (White) Comparative output 2 (Note 1)
Copy ready
state Notes: 1) For the high-function type, analog voltage / external input.
ԛ Turn on the master side sensor and the slave side sensor at the same
MODE
time. (Note 2) (Note 3)
<RUN mode> Ԝ Set contents (16-bit coded) are shown in orange on the main display of
Setting item Description the master side sensor and the copying starts.
Changes the indication of the sub-display. ԝ The same code explained above is shown in green on the the main display of the
' ': Displays nothing. slave side sensor, and ' ' is shown on the sub-display (When copying is complete.)
Sub-display selection ''Presently selected pressure unit is displayed.
''Desired No. can be shown Ԟ Turn off the power of the master side sensor and the slave side sensor
''Desired numbers, alphabets (some of them cannot be displayed) and signs can be shown. and disconnect the wire.
Display speed selection Changes the speed of the displayed pressure value on the main display. If copying the setting to another sensor repeatedly, follow steps Ԛ to ԝ.
Hysteresis fixed Sets hysteresis of the EASY mode and the window comparator mode.
Notes: 2) Take care that if the power is not turned on at the same time, the setting con-
value selection (8 steps)
tents may not be copied.
Displayed color
The setting contents set at the displayed color setting in Menu setting mode 3) Note that when the power is on, pulse output is output to comparative output 1.
relation selection
(Standard type only) can be related with either comparative output 1 or comparative output 2.
<To cancel the setting copy mode of master side sensor>
Current consumption can be lowered. Ԙ Whilst the slave side sensor is disconnected, turn on the power of the
'': Normal operation (ECO mode is off.)
' ' : If any key operation is not carried out for approx. 5 sec. in RUN mode, master side sensor.
Eco mode setting the display becomes dark. ԙ Press the mode selection key for approx. two seconds.
' ': If any key operation is not carried out for approx. 5 sec. in RUN mode,
the display is turned off.
Press any key to temporarily show the normal indication.
Setting check code Current setting contents can be checked. For codes. refer to 'Code table'.
The setting of the master side sensor can be copied to the slave side sensors.
For details, refer to 'SETTING
11 COPY FUNCTION
Setting copy mode
The setting contents are copied.
The setting contents are copied, and the slave side sensor goes into key-lock state.
Reset setting Returns to default settings (factory settings).
12 AUTO-REFERENCE FUNCTION 15 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
(ONLY HIGH-FUNCTION TYPE) ٨ Model
٨ The auto-reference function corrects Before auto- ON DP-10šZš-š-š
the setting value using the detected reference OFF None: Cable with connector enclosed, J: No cable with connector
pressure value during auto-reference After auto- ON None: NPN output type, P: PNP output type
input as the reference pressure. reference OFF None: Standard type, A: High-function type
٨ Using the detected pressure value at 1: Low-pressure type, 2: High-pressure type
Atmospheric pressure P(a) Set value Ԙ Set value Ԙ'
auto-reference input P(a) as a refer- Pressure
ence, the set value Ԙ' is automatical- Set value Ԙ' after auto- Type Standard type High-function type
Detected pressure value reference is: Item Low-pressure type High-pressure type Low-pressure type High-pressure type
ly corrected to 'set value Ԙ + P(a)'. at auto-reference input Ԙ'㩷㪔㩷Ԙ
P(a) Pressure type Gauge pressure
Rated pressure range -100 to +100 kPa -0.1 to +1.0 MPa -100 to +100 kPa -0.1 to +1.0 MPa
Settable range and set pressure range after correction
Set pressure range -100 to +100 kPa -0.1 to +1.0 MPa -100 to +100 kPa -0.1 to +1.0 MPa
٨ The setting pressure range is wider than the rating pressure range so Withstand pressure 500 kPa 1.5 MPa 500 kPa 1.5 MPa
that the auto-reference function can be handled. Applicable fluid Non-corrosive gas
Supply voltage 12 to 24 V DC r 10% Ripple P-P 10 % or less
If the corrected setting value exceeds the set pressure range when auto-reference input is
Normal operation: 840mW or less (current consumption 35mA or less at 24V supply voltage)
carried out, the setting value will be automatically corrected to within the set pressure range. Power consumption ECO mode (STD): 600mW or less (current consumption 25mA or less at 24V supply voltage)
Thus, take care not to exceed the set pressure range. ECO mode (FULL): 480mW or less (current consumption 20mA or less at 24V supply voltage)
<NPN output type> <PNP output type>
Operation chart • NPN open-collector transistor • PNP open-collector transistor
• Maximum sink current: 100mA • Maximum source current: 100mA
During normal operation (each During remote zero-adjustment input
Comparative output • Applied voltage: 30V DC or less • Applied voltage: 30V DC or less
comparative output set to N.O.) (each comparative output set to N.O.)
(between comparative output and 0V) (between comparative output and +V)
Detected pressure at auto-reference input: 10kPa • Residual voltage: 2V or less • Residual voltage: 2V or less
Output mode: Hysteresis mode (at 100mA sink current ) (at 100mA source current )
ON ON Output operation Selectable either N.O. or N.C., with key operation
Output Output
OFF OFF Hysteresis Min. 1 digit (variable)
r0.1% F.S. r0.2% F.S. r0.1% F.S. r0.2% F.S.
Repeatability
r within 2 digits r within 2 digits r within 2 digits r within 2 digits
Applied pressure (kPa) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Applied pressure (kPa) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60
2.5ms, 5ms, 10ms, 25ms, 50ms, 100ms, 250ms, 500ms, 1.000ms
Displayed value (kPa) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Displayed value (kPa) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Response time
or 5,000ms selectable with key operations
Ԙ ԙ P(a) Ԙ ԙ <High-function, low-pressure type> <High-function, high-pressure type>
Set value (kPa) 10 20 Set value (kPa)
10 20 30 • Output voltage: 1 to 5V • Output voltage: 0.6 to 5V
Note: The setting values shift in the same manner during the EASY mode or the win- • Zero point: Within 3V r5% F.S. • Zero point: Within 1V r5% F.S.
Analog voltage output • Span: Within 4V r5% F.S. • Span: Within 4.4V r5% F.S.
dow comparator mode. • Linearity: Within r1% F.S. • Linearity: Within r1% F.S.
• Output impedance: 1kΩ approx. • Output impedance: 1kΩ approx.
٨ The detected pressure value at auto-reference input becomes 'zero'
<High-function NPN output type> <High-function PNP output type>
when the setting of the analog voltage output / external input selection • ON voltage: 0.4V DC or less • ON voltage: 5V to +V DC
function is changed or the power is turned ON again. External input • OFF voltage: 5 to 30V DC or open • OFF voltage: 0.6V DC or less or open
٨ The auto-reference input value can be checked when setting the threshold value • Input impedance: 10kΩ approx. • Input impedance: 10kΩ approx.
• Input time: 1ms or more • Input time: 1ms or more
in RUN mode. Refer to the threshold value setting in ' 8 RUN MODE' for details.
Ambient temperature -10 to +50°C (No dew condensation or icing allowed), Storage: -10 to +60°C
Ambient humidity 35 to 85% RH, Storage: 35 to 85% RH
13 REMOTE ZERO-ADJUSTMENT FUNCTION Temperature characteristics
±0.5% F.S. ±1% F.S. ±0.5% F.S. ±1% F.S.
(20°C reference) (20°C reference) (20°C reference) (20°C reference)
(HIGH-FUNCTION TYPE) Material
Enclosure: PTB (with glass fiber), LCD display: Acrylic, Pressure port: Brass
٨ The remote zero-adjustment function forcibly sets the pressure value to (nickel-plated), Mounting screw section: Brass (nickel-plated), Switch: Silicon rubber
Weight 40g approx. (Main body only)
'zero' when the external signal is input.
Accessories CN-14A-C2 (Cable with a connector, 2m long)
optional for J type)
The setting value is not corrected when remote zero-adjustment is input.
Make sure that the pressure and setting value during remote zero-adjust- 16 CAUTIONS
ment do not exceed the settable pressure range.
Operation chart WARNING
During normal operation (each During remote zero-adjustment input
comparative output set to N.O.) (each comparative output set to N.O.)
DP-100Z type is designed for use with non-corrosive gas. It cannot be
used for liquid or corrosive gas.
Detected pressure at remote zero-adjustment input: 10kPa
Output mode: Hysteresis mode ٨ Use within the rated pressure range.
ON ON ٨ Do not apply pressure exceeding the pressure withstandability value. The
Output Output
OFF OFF diaphragm will get damaged and correct operation shall not be maintained.
٨ Make sure that the power supply is off while wiring.
Applied pressure (kPa) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Applied pressure (kPa) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 ٨ Take care that wrong wiring will damage the sensor.
Displayed value (kPa) 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Displayed value (kPa)-10 0 10 20 30 40 50 ٨ Verify that the supply voltage variation is within the rating.
Ԙ ԙ Ԙ ԙ ٨ If power is supplied from a commercial switching regulator, ensure that the frame
Set value (kPa) 10 20 Set value (kPa)
10 20
ground (F.G.) terminal of the power supply is connected to an actual ground.
Note: The setting values shift in the same manner during the EASY mode or the win- ٨ In case noise generating equipment (switching regulator, inverter motor, etc.) is used in the vicini-
dow comparator mode. ty of this sensor, connect the frame ground (F.G.) terminal of the equipment to an actual ground.
٨ The remote zero-adjustment value is cleared when the setting of the analog ٨ Do not use during the initial transient time (0.5 sec.) after the power supply is switched on.
voltage output / external input selection is changed or the power is turned ON ٨ Do not run the wires together with high-voltage lines or power lines or put
again, and normal operation based on the atmospheric pressure is resumed. them in the same raceway. This can cause malfunction due to induction.
The remote zero-adjustment value can be confirmed when setting the ٨ The specification may not be satisfied in a strong magnetic field.
threshold value in RUN mode. Refer to the threshold value setting in ٨ Avoid dust, dirt, and steam.
' 8 RUN MODE'. ٨ Take care that the sensor does not come in direct contact with water,
oil, grease, or organic solvents, such as, thinner, etc.
14 ERROR INDICATION ٨ Do not insert wires, etc, into the pressure port. The diaphragm will get
damaged and correct operation shall not be maintained.
Error message Cause Corrective action
٨ Do not operate the keys with pointed or sharp objects.
The load is short-circuited caus- ٨ Make sure that stress by forcible bend or pulling is not applied directly to the sensor cable joint.
Turn the power OFF and check the load.
ing an overcurrent to flow.
٨ This is a CE conformity product complying with EMC Directive. The standard with regard to im-
Pressure is applied during Applied pressure at the pressure port should be brought to atmos-
zero-point adjustment. pheric pressure and zero-point adjustment should be done again.
munity that applies to this product is EN 61000-6-2, and in order to meet the standard, every ca-
ble connected to this product must be within 10m with 0.3mm2, or more, cable. However, in case
External input is carried out out- Applied pressure range should be brought within
side the rated pressure range. the rated pressure range. CE conformity is not required, the cable length can be up to 100m with 0.3mm2, or more, cable.
Communication error
Check the wiring when using the copy function.
(Disconnection, faulty connection, etc.)
Communication error Make sure that the system is configured of the
(Incorrect model.) same models when using the copy function.
The applied pressure exceeds the up-
per limit of the display pressure range. Applied pressure range should be brought within
The applied pressure exceeds the lower limit (re- the rated pressure range.
verse pressure) of the display pressure range.