Epson Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 User manual

Rev.7 EM221S4982F
EPSON RC+ 7.0 Option
Part Feeding 7.0
IF-240

EPSON RC
+ 7.0 Option Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7

Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 i
EPSON RC+ 7.0 Option
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240
Rev.7
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ii Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7
FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing our robot system.
This manual contains the information necessary for the correct use of the EPSON RC+
PartFeeding option.
Please carefully read this manual and other related manuals before installing the robot
system.
Keep this manual handy for easy access at all times.
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our high performance standards. Please note that the basic performance of the product will
not be exhibited if our robot system is used outside of the usage conditions and product
specifications described in the manuals.
This manual describes possible dangers and consequences that we can foresee. Be sure to
comply with safety precautions on this manual to use our robot system safety and correctly.
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Table of Contents
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 iii
Hardware (IF-240)
1. Safety 3
1.1 Overview ............................................................................................... 3
1.2 Safety Precautions................................................................................ 4
1.2.1 General Safety Precaution........................................................ 4
1.2.2 Danger....................................................................................... 5
2. Specification 7
2.1 Characteristics of IF-240....................................................................... 7
2.2 Model..................................................................................................... 7
2.3 First glimpse of product......................................................................... 8
2.3.1 Names of each Part .................................................................. 8
2.3.2 Outer Dimensions ..................................................................... 9
2.3.3 Visual signals .......................................................................... 10
2.4 Specification Table.............................................................................. 11
2.4.1 Specification of IF-380, IF-530................................................ 11
2.4.2 Maximum Permissible External Force on the Platform........... 12
2.4.3 Permissible Platform Weight................................................... 12
2.4.4 Maximum Plate Displacement ................................................ 12
2.4.5 Plate Z Repeatability ............................................................... 12
2.4.6 Picking Surface ....................................................................... 13
3. Environment and Installation 14
3.1 Environment ........................................................................................ 14
3.1.1 Installation Environment.......................................................... 14
3.1.2 Storage environment............................................................... 14
3.2 Base Table .......................................................................................... 15
3.3 Installing IF-240................................................................................... 15
3.4 Unpacking and Transportation............................................................ 16
3.4.1 Unpacking ............................................................................... 16
3.4.2 Packaging of the Product, Transportation and Handling........ 16
3.5 Installation ........................................................................................... 17
3.5.1 Symbols and Acronyms in this Manual................................... 17
3.5.2 Installing Part Feeding ............................................................ 19
3.5.3 Vibration Decoupling ............................................................... 20
3.5.4 Minimal Distance Between Part Feeding................................ 23
3.5.5 Technical Data Tables ............................................................ 24
3.6 Conneting Cable ................................................................................. 27
3.6.1 Overview ................................................................................. 27
3.6.2 Power Connection................................................................... 28
3.6.3 Communication ....................................................................... 30
3.6.4 Digital Output for Hoppers 1 and 2 ......................................... 31

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4. Option 32
4.1 Platform................................................................................................32
4.1.1 Platform Type...........................................................................32
4.1.2 Plate Fixation Kit ......................................................................34
4.1.3 Dimension of platform ..............................................................35
4.2 Backlight ..............................................................................................36
4.3 Hopper .................................................................................................36
4.4 Purging Platform (Side Purging Platform) ...........................................37
4.4.1 Overview of Purging Platform ..................................................37
4.4.2 Outer Dimension of Purging Platform......................................38
5. Maintenance and Component Replacement 40
5.1 Safety Precautions...............................................................................40
5.1.1 General Safety Precautions.....................................................40
5.1.2 Specific warnings .....................................................................40
5.2 Maintenance ........................................................................................41
5.2.1 Regular Maintenance Schedule ..............................................41
5.2.2 Remove the Platform Module ..................................................42
5.2.3 Installing Purge Actuator Kit ....................................................43
5.2.4 Control and cleaning of the platform........................................48
5.3 Component Replacement ....................................................................49
5.3.1 Exchanging / Installing the Backlight .......................................49
5.3.2 Recover IP address using default IP address .........................52
5.3.3 Replacing the Purging Actuator...............................................54
6. Option Part List 59
6.1 Feeder (series: IF-240) ........................................................................59
6.2 Plate (series: IF-240) ...........................................................................59
6.2.1 Plate (POM-C: White) ..............................................................59
6.2.2 Plate (Anti-static)......................................................................60
6.2.3 Plate (FDA) ..............................................................................61
6.2.4 Plate for Purge (POM-C: White) ..............................................62
6.2.5 Plate for Purge (Anti-static)......................................................63
6.2.6 Plate for Purge (FDA) ..............................................................65
6.3 Others, Accessories (series: IF-240)...................................................67
6.4 Backlight (series: IF-240).....................................................................67
6.5 Hopper (series: IF-240)........................................................................68
6.6 License (series: common)....................................................................68
7. Troubleshooting 69
Appendix: Condition of use of backlight 70

Hardware
(IF-240)

1. Safety
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 3
1. Safety
1.1 Overview
Before operating your product, please read this manual in order to ensure correct use of the
product. Nevertheless, if you meet difficulties during operation or maintenance, please, feel
free to contact the supplier of your region.
In this manual, the safety precautions that you must follow are classified as: “Warning”,
“Caution” and “NOTE”; the following symbols are used:
WARNING
This symbol indicates that a danger of possible serious injury
or death exists if the associated instructions are not followed
properly.
WARNING
This symbol indicates that a danger of possible harm to people
caused by electric shock exists if the associated instructions
are not followed properly.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates that a danger of possible harm to people
or physical damage to equipment and facilities exists if the
associated instructions are not followed properly.
The “NOTE” sections describe important information to be
followed for operating the Robot system.
REFER TO …
For more information on a specific subject, the reader should read another manual, or refer
to other paragraph.
CAUTION
■
Epson shall not be liable whatsoever for any loss or damage arising from a failure
to observe the items specified in Safety
precautions. The customer is responsible
for providing the necessary instructions to the persons concerned.
■
All dimensions in this manual are expressed in millimeters.

NOTE

NOTE

1. Safety
4 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7
1.2 Safety Precautions
1.2.1 General Safety Precaution
1.2.1.1 Transport
CAUTION
■
Be aware of the weight and take care when transporting the system. For more
information, please refer to
3. Environment and Installation.
1.2.1.2 General
WARNING
■
Be sure that all power sources and other cables to
the unit are disconnected
before working on the product.
■
Only qualified personnel (trained by Epson and with professional experience) are
authorized to work on this device.
■
Do not plug or unplug cables of the system unless it is switched off.
■
Never modify the product. Unauthorized modification may cause the
product to
malfunction, resulting in injury, electric shock, fire, etc.
■
Turn off the power to the product in the event of power failure. Failure to do so
may cause the product to
suddenly start moving when the power is restored.
■
Do not use the product in a place where it may come in contact with water or oil
droplets.
WARNING
■
Do not access the housing of the system controls. Serious injury or
death could
result from electric shock. Only authorized personnel from Epson are allowed to
access this part of the system for maintenance or for repair.
CAUTION
■
Build a
safety system that shuts off the IF series power (S-Power) when the
machine or mechanical system protection enclosure is opened.

1. Safety
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 5
1.2.1.3 Disposal
When the product becomes no longer usable or necessary, dispose of it properly as industrial
waste.
CAUTION
■
Observe
the
valid legal regulations for appropriate disposal protecting
environment.
1.2.2 Danger
1.2.2.1 Safety Equipment for Operators
For safety reasons operators must wear protective eyewear when using the backlight.
■
It is the customer’s responsibility to install warning signs informing that anyone
working around the
part feeder must wear safety equipment.
1.2.2.2 Specific Danger
WARNING
■
Backlight
The
Part feeding
has an integrated Backlight that uses LEDs (Light Emitting
Diodes). These LEDs emit visible or non
-visible radiation depending on the color
of the Backlight. LEDs illumination can create discomfort, cornea, retinal and lens
damage.
Do not look the light
directly without wearing protect glasses on
. It is the
responsibility of customers to document their own application and instruct
employees on procedures to limit exposure to LED radiation.
Figure 1-1: Specific warnings

NOTE

1. Safety
6 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7
WARNING
■
The LEDs used are class 0 according to the norm EN 62471.
It is the responsibility of
customers to document their own application and instruct employees on procedures to limit
exposure to LED radiation.
The following prevention agent can be suggested:
A
Install, insofar as the job allows, a high pass filter at x nm (see 4.2 Backlight) depending
on the color under a fixed or adjustable connection between the source and the
employee.
B
When the implementation of the foregoing is not possible, provide workers with
goggles or face shield suitable for blocking radiation beyond 700nm.
C
Prohibit or limit as much as possible direct access to the source (exposure in the axis
of radiation).
Refer to “CONDITIONS OF USE OF PRODUCTS TPL VISION” in Appendix:
Condition of use of backlight.
D
Establish a security perimeter to prevent
operators from approaching the source at
distances beyond the nominal ocular hazard recommended by the manufacturer.
E
In all cases, ensure that the means used properly mitigate exposure variables
(characteristics of screens or goggles to choose based on wavelength which operators
are exposed).
Refer to Appendix: Condition of use of backlight for the complete calculation sheet
on minimal distance to respect for each kind of backlight.
CAUTION
■
Temperature
The active elements in the IF
-240 make the surfaces shown in the picture heats up to 45°C
in normal use. This temperature can
nevertheless increase to 55°C in extreme use.
It is the responsibility of customers to document their own application and instruct
employees on procedures to avoid contact with these surfaces.
Figure 1-2: Specific warnings

2. Specification
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 7
2. Specification
2.1 Characteristics of IF-240
The IF-240 sets new standards in small part feeding. Its 3D vibratory platform allows fast
and flexible presentation of small parts (2mm - 40mm) to a robot equipped with a
vision system.
The core of the IF-240 is a platform that can vibrate in three orthogonal directions. By
selecting appropriate vibration signals, a high flexibility in displacing parts on the platform
is reached (forward, backward, and sidewise) and flipping is made possible.
2.2 Model
Model numbers of IF-240
LED
Specification
Model number
IF240 no Light
IF240 (no backlight)
R12NZ9016W
IF240 RED
IF240+ backlight: Red
R12NZ9016X
IF240 WHITE
IF240+ backlight: White
R12NZ9016Y
IF240 GREEN
IF240+ backlight: Green
R12NZ9016Z
IF240 BLUE
IF240+ backlight: Blue
R12NZ90171
IF240 INFRARED
IF240+ backlight: Infrared light
R12NZ90172

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2.3 First glimpse of product
2.3.1 Names of each Part
Names of each part for IF-240:
Figure 2-1: IF-240 overview
(A) 3D vibrating platform
(B) Electrical interfaces (communication, power supply, I/Os…)
(C) An integrated mechanism allowing removal of the platform easily without additional
tooling
(D) An integrated backlight (optional) that allows an easy recognition of the parts from a
camera placed above
For more information for (B), refer to 3.6 Connecting Cable.
For more information for (C) of how to remove or change the platform, refer to 5.2.2.
Remove the platform module.
For more information for (D) of the backlight color and the procedure to exchange
the backlight, refer to 5.3.1 Exchanging / Installing the backlight.

2. Specification
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 9
2.3.2 Outer Dimensions
45
Figure 2-2: Outer Dimensions (IF-240)
Additional space is needed around the part feeder to be able to remove the platform module
with the integrated tool:
Figure 2-3: Overall dimensions with platform “lever”
Refer to 4.2.2 Remove the platform module for more information on how to remove
the platform.
Refer to 3.3 Installing IF-240 for more information.

2. Specification
10 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7
2.3.3 Visual signals
The LEDs mounted on the unit give important information on the state of the IF-240:
Figure 2-4: IF-240 Operating Indicator LEDs
LED
State
Color
Meaning
1
Blinking Time on:
100ms
Green
System in standby
Blinking Time on:
900ms
Green
System in service
2 On
Yellow
24V on S-Power input (refer to 3.6.2 Power
connection for more information)
3 On
Green
24V on Power input (refer to 3.6.2 Power
connection for more information)
4
On
Green
Connection detected
5 Blinking
Yellow
Commication in progress
(transmit and receive TCP packets )
6
On
Green
24V on backlight synchronization input
7
On
Green
24V on input 1
8
On
Green
24V on input 2
9
On
Green
Platform vibrating
10
On
Yellow
24V on output 1
11
On
Yellow
24V on output 2

2. Specification
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 11
2.4 Specification Table
CAUTION
■
Use the parts feeder with the following specifications. Please note that the basic
performance of the product will not be exhibited if it is used outside of the
specifications.
2.4.1 Specification of IF-380, IF-530
IF-240
Typical part size *
length of side: 2mm to 40mm
Typical part weight
2 g or less
Backlight
Select with/without backlight.
Refer to 2.2 Model.
Interchangeable backlight color
(green, red, blue, white, Infrared)
Please refer to 4.2 Backlight for more information.
Vibration frequency configurable
40 to 70 Hz
Maximal weight on the platform
0.4 kg
Digital Output for hoppers
2
Digital Input
-
Analog Output
-
RoHS

Weight
(Includes platform, backlight)
7.8 kg
Protection class
IP20
Working temperature:
+5°C ~ +40°C
Humidity
30% to 80%max. non-condensing
Environment
Cleanroom class: expected ISO7
*: Before using parts, try suppling the parts to the feeder, move the feeder, and check
following.
-Part disperses
-Part moves
-Overlapping parts disentangles
etc.
Parts that do not disperse and do not move and do not disentangle are not suitable for feeders.

2. Specification
12 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7
2.4.2 Maximum Permissible External Force on the Platform
The maximum permissible external force on a point of the platform (for example, with the
gripper) is:
Fx = 10 N Fy = 10 N sFz = 20 N
CAUTION
■
Note that the shock/impact of the robot gripper may damage the surface of the
platform.
2.4.3 Permissible Platform Weight
Characteristics
Maximum platform weight (without components)
800 g
Maximum weight of components (in addition to the
maximum platform weight)
400 g
2.4.4 Maximum Plate Displacement
Characteristics
Maximum displacement x
±1.5 mm
Maximum displacement y
±2 mm
Maximum displacement z
±1.5 mm
2.4.5 Plate Z Repeatability
Characteristics
Plate Z repeatability
±20 µm

2. Specification
Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 13
2.4.6 Picking Surface
The maximum picking surface dimensions corresponds to the IF-240 platform size:
Figure 2-5: Picking surface

3. Environment and Installation
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3. Environment and Installation
3.1 Environment
3.1.1 Installation Environment
IF-240 can be used under the following conditions:
-Protection class is IP20 compliant
-Working temperature: +5°C to +40°C
-Humidity: 30% to 80% max. non-condensing
CAUTION
■
Variations in humidity or temperature may affect the global performance of the
part feeding.
-Avoid extreme electromagnetic waves, ultraviolet rays and radiation.
-Avoid using the product in a place where the main unit or Controller may be exposed
to water or oil droplets.
-Clean room application: cleanliness class ISO7.
CAUTION
■
Do not use the product in an atmosphere of corrosive gases. Rust may
form and
reduce the structural strength of the product.
3.1.2 Storage environment
The storage environment should be similar to the operating environment. In addition, you
should protect the IF-240 against dust