BLUM RC66 User manual

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Radio receiver
Installation instructions
Type RC66
Radio Transmission
For Touch Probes
For Tool Setting Probes
For Bore Gauges
For Special Measuring Systems

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Copyright
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reserved by Blum-Novotest GmbH, including reproduction, copying, publication and translation.
Translation of the original German document.
The language version of the manufacturer (DE) is relevant for the technical content.
Subject to technical change without notice.
All brands stated in this document are the property of the respective brand owner.
Article number of this documentation: 257414

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1 Legend – Warnings, marks, symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.2 Abbreviations and technical terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.2 Further applicable documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.3 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3. System overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1 Measuring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.3 Display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.4 Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.4.1 Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.5 Area of work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4. Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.1 Selecting the installation position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2 Mounting variants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2.1 Horizontally facing cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2.2 Cable (outgoing) downward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2.3 Front kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.4 Device marking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
6. Order numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7. Shipping instructions / storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
8. EC Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
9. Radio approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
10. Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Introduction
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1. Introduction
Please read and observe these instructions and the other applicable documents!
1.1 Legend – Warnings, marks, symbols
WARNING!
This information indicates a dangerous situation that, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.
... and shows you how you can avoid it.
CAUTION!
This information indicates a dangerous situation that, if not avoided, may result in mild to medium injury.
... and shows you how you can avoid it.
NOTICE
This information warns about an immediate threat of property damage.
... and shows you how you can avoid it.
1.2 Abbreviations and technical terms
The check mark indicates the required preconditions.
The white triangle prompts you to carry out an action.
The arrow indicates the consequences of your action.
(1) … The number in brackets refers to a respective item in an illustration.
Here you will find additional instructions and tips.
*; x This character in a file name or similar acts as a place holder for the version level, numbering, etc.
LED is lit. Green Red Yellow Blue Violet White
LED flashes. Turquoise Red-green-blue alternating
LED switched off.
YE
BG BLUM measuring device – bore gauge. (BoreGauge)
DIGILOG BLUM technology – combination of analogue value
determination and digital processing.
MG BLUM multi-purpose measuring device (pressure,
temperature, position).
(MultipurposeGauge)
Probe General designation of any BLUM measuring de-
vice.
RG Measurement of surface roughness. (RoughnessGauge)

Safety
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2. Safety
2.1 Intended use
The BLUM measuring component RC66 is exclusively developed and intended:
• For use within the machine room of a processing centre.
• For use within the machine room of a milling machine.
• for communication between the wireless measuring device and the interface.
• for use with one or more wireless BLUM measuring devices.
• for use with a BLUM Interface IF20.
• for use with a BLUM Interface IF59.
• for use with the BLUM software GeKo Programmiertool.
• for use with the BLUM software BLUM Bootloader.
• For installation by trained specialist personnel or a trained BLUM service employee.
• for operation by trained technical personnel.
2.2 Further applicable documents
• Measuring system data sheets (for any measuring devices, receivers, interfaces, extension modules and accessory
products involved).
• Measuring system operating instructions (as appropriate: measuring devices involved).
• Measuring system installation instructions (as appropriate: receivers, interfaces, extension modules involved).
• Wiring diagrams Wiring.
• Installation instructions SETUP (as appropriate: software, technology cycles involved).
• Programming instructions APPL (as appropriate: software, technology cycles involved).
•APPL instructions (if applicable, associated software – LC-VISION, BLUM Bootloader, GeKo programming tool, etc.).
• Documentation from the component manufacturer (any hardware involved – industrial PC, etc.).
• Documentation of the machine manufacturer.
• Documentation of the control manufacturer.

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2.3 General safety instructions
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock due to improper work on live systems.
Always de-energise live systems before installation or assembly work.
Work on live systems may be carried out by trained electricians only.
Always observe the relevant safety regulations.
WARNING!
Danger of accidents due to unpredictable machine contact due to non-functioning safety equipment.
Never switch off or bypass the machine’s safety equipment (lock, safety door, etc.).
NOTICE
Malfunctions in the measuring system resulting from inadequately shielded cable connection.
Always route the connecting cable directly from the receiver to the interface.
Only use BLUM extension cables for increased requirements (BLUM BUS label).
Maximum cable length = 60 m.
Always connect the cable shield to ground.
NOTICE
Damage and malfunctions resulting from improper installation of cables and hoses.
Always ensure reliable strain relief.
Always observe permitted bending radii.
Always ensure reliable protection against flying chips in the working area (protective hose/spring, cover, etc.).
Always deburr bushings and provide them with edge protection.
Always lay measuring system cables and control lines for motors in separate ducts.
NOTICE
Damage to and malfunction of the measuring system resulting from faulty grounding due to coated DIN rail, etc.
Always ensure reliable grounding of the measuring system.
NOTICE
Damage to the measuring components due to improper assembly.
Use BLUM original spare parts only.
Use the included special BLUM tools wherever appropriate (installation tools, interlocking disc, etc.).
Always adhere to the specified tightening torque.
NOTICE
Property damage caused by malfunction due to faulty data.
Operate BLUM measuring systems exclusively with BLUM software.
Only install BLUM software that has been programmed to match the machine control.
Always limit the measurement set overtravel in the BLUM software.
Only change the machine settings after consulting with the machine manufacturer or the customer.
NOTICE
Damage to the measurement components due to contact with corrosive liquids.
Never use coolant containing solvents (acetone, alcohols, benzines, etc.).
Only use coolant with a pH value in the range of 4.5…9.5.
Never use cleaning agents containing acetone.
Always exercise caution when using cleaning agents containing solvents (alcohols, benzines, etc.) or a high acidic/
alkaline pH value – avoid long periods of exposure.
Never use abrasive cleaning agents (cleanser, scouring powder, etc.).

System overview
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3. System overview
3.1 Measuring system
Fig. 3-1 Overview of compatible components (examples).
NC
EM34
EM32
EM31
EM30
1
x
NC
IF59-A2
I/O SSI
IF59-30-A2

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3.2 Description
Fig. 3-2 Device description RC66.
3.3 Display elements
7 8 91 34
5
6
2
(1) Mode LED
(2) Status LED
(3) Battery LED
(4) Transmit LED
(5) Receive LED
(6) Fastening hole
(7) Connecting cable
(8) Seal insert
(9) O-ring 40× 2(NBR 70)
Mode LED
Standby
TC, Z-, ZX- – Probe 1
TC, Z-, ZX- – Probe 2 … Probe 6
DIGILOG, RG – Probe 1 … Probe 6
BG – Probe 1 … Probe 16
KOMflex – Probe 1 … Probe 16
Pairing
YE
Status LED
TC, Z-, ZX- – Measuring device home position.
BG – Connection established.
KOMflex – Connection established.
Pairing successful.
TC, Z-, ZX- – Measuring device deflected.
BG – Collision
MG – Collision
KOMflex – Connection failed.
Pairing unsuccessful.
TC, Z-, ZX- – Connection interrupted.
BG – Connection being established/terminated
KOMflex – Connection being established/terminated
Analogue data
Pairing not yet performed.
YE

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Battery LED
Battery is good.
Pairing successful.
Battery low.
Pairing unsuccessful.
No battery data.
Pairing not yet performed.
YE
Receive LED
Valid data.
Invalid/faulty data.
No data.
Transmit LED
Send data.
Activate/deactivate.
No data.
YE

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3.4 Technical data
3.4.1 Dimensions
Fig. 3-3 Dimensions [mm] RC66.
Protection class IP68
Operating voltage UB (stabilised DC voltage) 12…13V / 100mA via interface
Signal transmission Radio
Frequency band 2.4…2.5GHz
Max. transmission power 0dBm
Transmission range 15m – see 3.5 Area of work
Min. bending radius cable 60mm (application: flexible)
Max. cable length 50m
Storage temperature -20 ... +70 °C
Operating temperature +5 ... +50 °C
Ø 44
9,5
55
Ø 20…38
3,2 Ø 6
Ø 3,3 (M4)
45
37
Ø 6,3
Ø 40
1 2
3
4 5
(1) Machine wall opening
(2) O-ring 40× 2(NBR 70)
(3) 4× holding screws M3×10 (ISO 4726)
(4) 4× holding screws M4×10 (ISO 4726)