Burny 1100 CD Installation guide

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BURNY
REPLICATOR
1100 CCD
Operation and
Maintenance
Manual
CE Compliant
Revision: 7-July-2000
AO-70160-0 (A)

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Cleveland Motion Controls, Inc.
7550 Hub Parkway
Cleveland, Ohio 44125-5794
Telephone: 216 / 524-8800
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©Copyright 2000 Cleveland Motion Controls, Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY
PART 1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW............................................................................3
1.1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................... 3
1.2 SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................... 5
1.3 TEMPLATE PREPARATION...................................................................... 16
1.3.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................... 16
1.3.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR TEMPLATE PREPARATION..................... 16
PART 2 SYSTEM OPERATIONS...........................................................................19
2.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................... 19
2.2 OPERATOR CONTROLS ............................................................................ 20
2.2.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................... 20
2.2.2 POWER ............................................................................................... 20
2.2.3 TRACER PANEL CONTROLS.......................................................... 21
2.2.4 CUT PROCESS CONTROLS ............................................................. 24
2.3 MANUAL MODE ........................................................................................... 26
2.3.1 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 26
2.3.2 DETAILS............................................................................................. 26
2.4 REPLICATOR CCD TRACER OPERATION............................................. 27
2.4.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................... 27
2.4.2 LOCATING THE TEMPLATE.......................................................... 27
2.4.2 MOVING TO START POSITION...................................................... 27
2.4.3 SETTING THE TRACER PANEL CONTROLS ............................... 27
2.4.4 SETTING THE TRACER FUNCTION KEYS .................................. 28
2.4.5 MAKING THE PIERCE ..................................................................... 31
2.4.5 STARTING LEADIN.......................................................................... 31
2.4.6 STOP THE MOTION.......................................................................... 31
PART 3 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE...............................................33
3.1 INSTALLATION TYPES ............................................................................. 33
3.2 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION OF THE 1100......................................... 33
3.3 INSTALLATION STEPS.............................................................................. 34
3.4 CHECKING THE INSTALLATION............................................................ 36
3.5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE............................................................... 38

3.5.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................. 38
3.5.2 LAMP REPLACEMENT.................................................................. 39
3.5.3 TOOLS .............................................................................................. 40
3.5.4 PARTS ............................................................................................... 40
PART 4 TRACER CALIBRATION ........................................................................41
4.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................... 41
4.2 LOGIC BOARD MO-12199 CALIBRATION AND TESTING.................. 41
4.2.1 POWER SUPPLY CHECKOUT......................................................... 41
4.2.2 LOGIC BOARD ADJUSTMENTS:.................................................... 42
4.2.3 MAXIMUM SPEED SETTING.......................................................... 43
4.2.4 CAMERA ROTATION ADJUSTMENT............................................ 47
4.2.5 SPECIAL KEY FUNCTIONS ............................................................ 50
4.3 120W PWM DRIVE CALIBRATION............................................................. 51
4.3.1 POWER SUPPLY ADJUSTMENTS .................................................. 51
4.3.2 SERVO DRIVE ADJUSTMENTS...................................................... 51
4.3.3 JUMPER SETTINGS (I/O assembly MO-10773 or MO-12565):...... 52
PART 5 INDEX..........................................................................................................55
PART 6 REPLACEMENT ITEMS..........................................................................57
6.1 REPLACEMENT ASSEMBLIES ..................................................................... 57
6.2 REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................................................................. 59
PART 7 DRAWINGS ................................................................................................61

PART 1 –SYSTEM OVERVIEW
PART 1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
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Figure 1.1 –Operator Control Panel
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The Replicator®1100 CCD is an optical tracing system complete with scanner assembly,
operator control panel, two-axis servo amplifier, and scanner cable. Also available are
motor gearbox assemblies and cables. When integrated with a Burny®CNC, the
Replicator 1100 CCD can be configured for external two-axis and three axis (drive
synchronized) servo amplifier applications.
The optical scanner (tracing head) is normally mounted vertically, allowing it to trace a
horizontal template. The template can be either a line or a silhouette (edge) type.
The tracing head automatically follows the edge of this template and transmits optical
information to the logic card that is located in the enclosure.
The logic card translates this information into speed, axis, and direction signals, which
are then amplified by a second printed circuit card that is also located in the enclosure.

On units with an internal two-axis servo amplifier, the output of this card is then sent
directly to both of the axis servo motors.
The Operator Control Panel contains switches and controls that allow the operator to
utilize all of the features of the tracing head. In addition, manual jog control of each axis
is also provided.
This economical optical tracing system is ideally suited for small and medium size
cutting machines. It can scan and follow either line drawings or contrasting edge patterns.
The Replicator CCD features automatic "lead-in" and "lock-on" in the direction of travel
desired. This canbe either clockwise or counter clockwise around the template. This is
possible with either a line or silhouette template.
In either the tracing mode or the jog mode the operator can change the speed of the
machine using a continuously adjustable potentiometer that is conveniently located at the
Operator Control Panel.

PART 1 –SYSTEM OVERVIEW
1.2 SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENVIRONMENT: Operating Temperature
0-50°C (32°-120°F)
Relative Humidity 5%-95%
Non-condensing
1.2.2 FEATURE SPECIFICATIONS
KERF COMPENSATION: Kerf compensation is applied electronically
and is available for tool diameter up to 12 mm.
Kerf Compensation values range:
–1 mm (-0.039 in) to +6 mm (0.236 in)
+ is away from the template
TRACING SPEED: 101.6 mmPM -3048 mmPM (4-120 IPM)
Based on drives selected, machine weight and
stability.
LEADIN SPEED Cannot exceed one third of maximum machine
speed. Can be adjused lower with Speed Pot.
PATTERN (TEMPLATE, EDGE MODE) White background with black line width of 1.0
mm (0.040 in.) recommended.
Minimum of 0.7 mm (0.028 in.) or black and
white silhouette (edge mode only).
PATTERN (TEMPLATE, CENTERLINE) White background with black solid line of
width 0.7 mm to 1.7 mm (0.028 to 0.067 in).
1.0 mm (0.040 in.) line width recommended
FORWARD OFFSET (LEAD) Automatic in software
PATTERN ILLUMINATION: Long life (3500 Hour) lamp
TRACER HEIGHT: 53mm ± 12.5 mm (2.09 ± 0.50 in.) from
template to bottom of tracing-head housing.

1.2.3 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MYX-12383 REPLICATOR 1100 (for AC lifters)
“PWR”connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
1Line HOT input for Replicator power supply. 115 or 230 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.6 A max,
protected by FU1 on rear panel.
CAUTION:Set internal
jumper according to
voltage to be used.
5Line NEUTRAL input Neutral connection for pin 1 ac power.
6Chassis Ground (18 AWG wire)

PART 1 –SYSTEM OVERVIEW
MYX-12383 REPLICATOR 1100 (for AC lifters)
“SOL”connector I/O ratings
Note: All solenoids are served by the same fuse, FU2, 6.3 A, on the
rear panel. Maximum total current of the solenoids is limited by this
fuse.
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
9Input -Solenoid Hot 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC, 6.3 A max
33 Input -Solenoid Neutral Neutral or common for pin 9
2, 6,
11, 17,
21, 24,
35, 30
Output -Solenoid Neutral Neutral or common for pins 1, 5, 10, 16, 20, 23, 34,
and 29
3, 7,
12, 18,
22, 25,
36, 31
Chassis ground 18 AWG wire
1Oxygen Vent Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.
5Second Stage Cut O2 Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.
10 Lo Preheat Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.
16 Ignite Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.
20 First Stage Cut Oxygen Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.
23 Water Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.
34 Hi Preheat Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.
29 Auxilliary Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse, FU2 with 7 other
solenoid outputs.

MYX-12383 REPLICATOR 1100 (for AC lifters)“LIFT”
connector I/O ratings Note: All lifters are served by the same fuse,
FU3, 6.3 A maximum, on the rear panel. Maximum total current of
the lifters is limited by this fuse.
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
10 Lifter 1 up switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
5Lifter 1 down switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
11 Lifter 1 Hot un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Line, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
6Lifter 1 Neutral un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Neutral, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A.
See FU3 note above.
1Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
2Lifter 2 up switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
3Lifter 2 down switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
7Lifter 2 Hot un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Line, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
8Lifter 2 Neutral un-switched outputUn-switched 24 V max AC Neutral, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
4Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
9Lifter 3 up switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max. See note above.
15 Lifter 3 down switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
14 Lifter 3 Hot un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Line, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
21 Lifter 3 Neutral un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Neutral, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
22 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
28 Lifter 4 up switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
33 Lifter 4 down switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.

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27 Lifter 4 Hot un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Line, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
32 Lifter 4 Neutral un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Neutral, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
37 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
36 Lifter 5 up switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
35 Lifter 5 down switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
31 Lifter 5 Hot un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Line, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
30 Lifter 5 Neutral un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Neutral, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
34 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
29 Lifter 6 up switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
23 Lifter 6 down switched output Switched 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A max.
See note above.
24 Lifter 6 Hot un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Line, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
17 Lifter 6 Neutral un-switched output Un-switched 24 V max AC Neutral, 50/60 Hz, max 2 A
See note above.
16 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
19 Input for External AC Lifter supply –
Hot 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC
6.3 A max. See note above.
20 Input for External AC Lifter supply –
Neutral 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC
6.3 A max. See note above.

MYX-12383 REPLICATOR 1100 (for AC lifters) “PLAS”
connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
1, 2 Plasma Start relay normally closed contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
1, 3 Plasma Start relay normally open contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
4, 5 Plasma Stop relay normally closed contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
4, 6 Plasma Stop relay normally open contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
7, 8 Height Sensor Disable relay normally open contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
7, 9 Height Sensor Disable relay normally closed contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
15 Arc On Sense input 24-115 V DC or AC, 30 mA max
16 Arc On Sense input 115-230 V DC or AC, 30 mA max
14 Arc On Sense input Return for signal of pin 15 or 16.
MYX-12383 REPLICATOR 1100 (for AC lifters) “RMTR”
connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
3, 5 Clutch Switch on front panel 24 V max, AC or DC, 3 A max
2, 8 Rail Axis Motor ± 30 VDC, 4 A
1, 4 Rail Axis Tach 20 V, 5 mA Max
6Input for + limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24VDC input to ground
7Input common for limit switches 25 mA, to be used as common for pins 6 and 9.
9Input for -limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24VDC input to ground
MYX-12383 REPLICATOR 1100 (for AC lifters) “CMTR”
connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
3, 5 Clutch Switch on front panel 24 V max, AC or DC, 3 A max
2, 8 Cross axis Motor ± 30 VDC, 4 A
1, 4 Cross Axis Tach 20 V, 5 mA Max
6Input for + limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24 VDC input to ground
7Input common for limit switches 25 mA, to be used as common for pins 6 and 9.
9Input for -limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24 VDC input to ground

PART 1 –SYSTEM OVERVIEW
MYX-12384 REPLICATOR 1100 (for DC lifters) “PWR”
connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
1Line HOT input for Replicator power supply 115 or 230 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.6 A max
CAUTION: Set internal
jumper according to
voltage to be used.
5Line NEUTRAL input Neutral connection for pin 1 ac power.
6Chassis Ground (18 AWG wire)

MYX-12384 REPLICATOR 1100 (for DC lifters) “SOL”
connector I/O ratings
Note: All solenoids are served by the same fuse, FU2, on the rear
panel. Maximum total current of the solenoids is limited by this fuse.
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
9Input -Solenoid Hot 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC, 6.3 A max
33 Input -Solenoid Neutral or common Neutral or common for pin 9
2, 6, 11, 17,
21, 24, 35, 30
Output -Solenoid Neutral Neutral for pins 1, 5, 10, 16, 20, 23, 34, and 29
3, 7, 12, 18,
22, 25, 36, 31 Chassis ground 18 AWG wire
1Oxygen Vent Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.
5Second Stage Cut O2 Solenoid
Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.
10 Lo Preheat Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.
16 Ignite Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.
20 First Stage Cut Oxygen Solenoid
Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.
23 Water Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.
34 Hi Preheat Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.
29 Auxilliary Solenoid Output 24 V max AC, 50/60 Hz, or 24 V max DC.
2 A max, but on same 6.3 A fuse with 7 other solenoid
outputs.

PART 1 –SYSTEM OVERVIEW
MYX-12384 REPLICATOR 1100 (for DC lifters) “LIFT”
connector I/O ratings Note: All lifters are served by the same fuse,
FU3, on the rear panel. Maximum total current of the lifters is limited
by this fuse.
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
19 Input for External DC Lifter supply (+) 24 VDC max. 6.3 A max. See FU3 note above.
20 Input for External DC Lifter supply (-) 24 VDC max. 6.3 A max. See FU3 note above.
10 Lifter 1 up output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
5Lifter 1 down output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
11 DC Lifter supply (+) Same as pin 19, except fused by FU3
6DC Lifter supply (-) Same as pin 20, except fused by FU3
1Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
2Lifter 2 up output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
3Lifter 2 down output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
7DC Lifter supply (+) Same as pin 19, except fused by FU3
8DC Lifter supply (-) Same as pin 20, except fused by FU3
4Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
9Lifter 3 up output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
15 Lifter 3 down output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
14 DC Lifter supply (+) Same as pin 19, except fused by FU3
21 DC Lifter supply (-) Same as pin 20, except fused by FU3
22 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
28 Lifter 4 up output 24 VDC @ 1 A
33 Lifter 4 down output 24 VDC @ 1 A
27 DC Lifter supply (+) Same as pin 19, except fused by FU3
32 DC Lifter supply (-) Same as pin 20, except fused by FU3
37 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
36 Lifter 5 up output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
35 Lifter 5 down output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
31 DC Lifter supply (+) Same as pin 19, except fused by FU3
30 DC Lifter supply (-) Same as pin 20, except fused by FU3
34 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
29 Lifter 6 up output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.

23 Lifter 6 down output 24 VDC @ 1 A See note above.
24 DC Lifter supply (+) Same as pin 19, except fused by FU3
17 DC Lifter supply (-) Same as pin 20, except fused by FU3
16 Chassis Ground 18 AWG wire
MYX-12384 REPLICATOR 1100 (for DC lifters) “PLAS”
connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
1, 2 Plasma Start relay normally closed contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
1, 3 Plasma Start relay normally open contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
4, 5 Plasma Stop relay normally closed contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
4, 6 Plasma Stop relay normally open contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
7, 8 Height Sensor Disable relay normally open contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
7, 9 Height Sensor Disable relay normally closed contacts 30 VDC or 230 VAC, 2 A
15 Arc On Sense input 24-115 V DC or AC, 30 mA max
16 Arc On Sense input 115-230 V DC or AC, 30 mA max
14 Arc On Sense input Return for signal of pin 15 or 16.
MYX-12384 REPLICATOR 1100 (for DC lifters)
“RMTR”connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
3, 5 Clutch Switch on front panel 24 V max 3 A max
2, 8 Rail Axis Motor ± 30 VDC, 4 A
1, 4 Rail Axis Tach 20 V, 5 mA max
6Input for + limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24VDC input to ground
7Input common for limit switches 25 mA, to be used as common for pins 6 and 9.
9Input for -limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24VDC input to ground

PART 1 –SYSTEM OVERVIEW
MYX-12384 REPLICATOR 1100 (for DC lifters)
“CMTR” connector I/O ratings
PIN # DESCRIPTION RATINGS
3, 5 Clutch Switch on front panel 24 V max, 3 A max
2, 8 Cross axis Motor ± 30 VDC, 4 A
1, 4 Cross Axis Tach 20 V, 5 mA Max
6Input for + limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24 VDC input to ground
7Input common for limit switches 25 mA, to be used as common for pins 6 and 9.
9Input for -limit switch 10 mA required to pull the 24 VDC input to ground

1.3 TEMPLATE PREPARATION
1.3.1 INTRODUCTION
The Replicator CCD tracing system uses a template, a full-scale drawing of the part or
hole to be cut. The system can trace a line drawing or a silhouette. See the figure below
showing these two drawing types.
Figure 1.2 –Template Types
The system can trace a black line on white paper in Edge Mode or Centerline Mode. It
can also trace a silhouette (edge) template in Edge Mode only.
For best performance the contrast of the line or edge template should be as high as
possible. If various shades of gray are encountered, or if the patterns are not kept clean,
tracing performance will deteriorate accordingly.
Black ink on white paper has proved to provide the best overall tracing regarding both
accuracy and reliability.
1.3.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR TEMPLATE PREPARATION
SHAPE
A line template usually has the same size and shape as the part or hole to be cut, at the
outside edge of the template or along the centerline of the template. In edge mode tracing
with the Tracer Kerfpot set to zero, the center of the tracing head and the center of the
torch follow the outside edge of the template line. In centerline mode tracing with the
Tracer Kerf pot set to zero, the center of the tracing head and the center of the torch
follow the center of the template line.
A template that will always be used with the same value of kerf can be enlarged by half
this kerf value. Then it can be run with the Tracer Kerfpot set to zero and the part will
cut to the correct size.
LINE WIDTH
For best performance, template lines should be a minimum of 0.7mm (0.028 in.) in
width.
Line Template Silhouette Template

PART 1 –SYSTEM OVERVIEW
SPEED
For speeds less than 1000 mm/min (40 in/min) a corner radius of 2.5mm (0.1 in.) is
recommended. For speeds above 1000 mm/min the radius should beincreased based on
the machine performance. This will be directly related to the drives selected and the
frame weight and stability.
CORNERS
The smallest angle which can be traced (without a corner radius) is 90°. If an angle less
than this is required, or if kerf is to be used, the template must have a corner radius as
described under Speed above. If a corner radius is not provided an alternative solution is
to use corner slowdown.
CORNER SLOWDOWN
The Replicator CCD has two modes for corner slowdown:
•Automatic Slowdown
•Corner Marker Slowdown
Corner slowdown modes are selected by the yellow tracer function pushbuttons as
described in the “Replicator Trace Function Activation Table” in Part 2.
The corner slowdown speed is set using the Corner Speed pot, but is never greater than
the speed set by the Run Speed pot and the High / Low / Off Speed switch.
AUTOMATIC CORNER SLOWDOWN
When the Automatic Corner Slowdown mode is active, the tracer will slowdown under
certain template conditions. Typically, these conditions are when the tracer approaches:
1. Any radius of 8 mm (5/16”) or less.
2. Any corner of 135º or less.
CORNER MARKER SLOWDOWN
With the Corner Marker Slowdown mode active, the tracer will slow down in areas
where the template is prepared as follows.
Increase the width of the line to 4mm (0.160 in.) at each corner or location where
slowdown is desired, as shown in Figure 1.3 below. Note that the line must be widened
on the edge not followed by the tracer.
Slowdown begins when the wide part of the line is encountered by the tracer. Speed will
decrease from the machine feedrate to a value set by the Corner Speed pot, if the
slowdown began soon enough. This means that the best length of the widened line
depends on the machine performance.

Figure 1.3 –Slowdown Marker
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