GTE CoboSafe-Tek User manual

Operating Manual
GTE Industrieelektronik GmbH
Helmholtzstr. 21, 38-40 | 41747 Viersen, GERMANY | [e-mail] | Tel. [phone] | www.gte.de
325-2810-014US13
EN
Pressure Measurement Set
CoboSafe-Tek
CoboSafe-Tek
Force and Pressure Measurement System

Operating Manual: CoboSafe-Tek
Document version: 325-2810-014US13
– Translation from German–
Manufacturer and publisher:
GTE Industrieelektronik GmbH
Helmholtzstr. 21, 38-40
41747 Viersen
Germany
Support-Hotline: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
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ted by copyright and may not be removed, altered or distributed without the express consent of the
manufacturer!
Technical changes reserved!

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PREFACE
This operating manual describes the pressure measurement procedure CoboSafe-Tek and its
handling. The measuring method is part of a system and can only be used in conjunction with
the following components:
■Software CoboSafe-Vision
■Force gauge from the CoboSafe-CBSF product series
Before beginning work of any kind, read
this manual and the general safety instruc-
tions. Keep for later use!
Pay special attention to the associated document "CoboSafe – General Safety Instructions" as
well as the safety instructions and warnings in this document in order to prevent injuries and
product damage. Keep this documentation handy for future reference. Share this documentati-
on with future users of the product.
Associated with this manual is the document:
■CoboSafe – General Safety Instructions

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1 About this Manual .......................................... 6
1.1 Symbols and Warnings in this Manual ........................ 6
1.1.1 Warnings ........................................ 6
1.1.2 Explanation of Symbols ............................... 7
1.2 Appearance of Instructions ................................ 8
2 For your Safety ............................................ 9
2.1 Intended Use ......................................... 9
2.2 Qualification Required of Personnel .......................... 9
2.3 Responsibility of the Operator .............................. 9
2.4 Residual Risks......................................... 9
3 Brief Description ...........................................10
4 Scope of Delivery ..........................................10
5 Hardware Components.......................................11
5.1 Safety Information ......................................11
5.2 Overview VersaTek Handle ...............................11
5.3 Overview VersaTek 8-Port Hub .............................12
5.4 Installing and connecting the components ......................12
6 Updates and Upgrades.......................................13
7 Information about the Pressure Measuring Film ........................13
7.1 Functionality of the Pressure Measuring Film .....................14
7.2 Safety Information when handling the pressure measuring film .........14
7.3 Durability............................................15
7.4 Storage.............................................15
7.5 About the Measurement Data ..............................15
7.6 Equilibration..........................................15
7.7 Calibration ..........................................16
7.8 Datasheets Sensor......................................16
8 Preparing the Measurement ....................................17
8.1 Selecting Suitable Pressure Measuring film ......................18
8.2 Testing and Cleaning ...................................18
8.2.1 Checking pressure measuring film.........................18
8.2.2 Checking and Cleaning the Collision Surface of the Robot ........18
8.3 Inserting the Pressure Sensor ...............................19
8.4 Positioning Pressure Sensor ................................20
9 Perform Measurement ........................................21
10 Transferring Measurement Data..................................21
10.1 Temperature and Humidity ................................21

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11 Detectingand Remedying Malfunctions .............................22
12 Technical Data ............................................23
12.1 Storage Conditions .....................................23
12.1.1 Storage conditions pressure measurement film.................23
12.1.2 Storage conditions for components ........................23
12.2 Requirements for Temperature and Humidity Measurement ...........24
13 Costumer Service ...........................................25
14 Disposal.................................................25
14.1 Disposal by the manufacturer ..............................25
12.2 Requirements for Temperature and Humidity Measurement ...........24
13 Costumer Service ...........................................25
14 Disposal.................................................25
14.1 Disposal by the manufacturer ..............................25

ABOUT THIS MANUAL
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1 About this Manual
This operating manual describes the pressure measurement procedure CoboSafe-Tek and its
handling. The measuring method is part of a system and may be used only in conjunction with
the following components:
:
■CoboSafe-Vision
■CoboSafe-CBSF and variants
Carefully and thoroughly read this document and the documentation for all of the systems to be
used to become familiar with the product before using it.
To prevent injury and damage to the product, pay particular attention to the associated docu-
ment “General Safety Instructions” as well as to the safety and warning notes in this document.
Keep this documentation nearby to serve as a reference when needed. Pass the documentation
along to later users of the product.
■The operating manual with safety instructions is a component of the measuring
system and has to be stored near the measuring system, ensuring that it is
readily accessible to personnel at all times.
■Operating personnel must read the entire manual and be familiar with the
product before beginning any work.
■The fundamental requirement for working safely is consideration of all of the
safety and warning notes as well as following the instructions in this and all
associated CoboSafe manuals.
■In addition, the local accident prevention regulations and general safety regu-
lations apply to the area of application of the measuring system.
The illustrations in this manual are intended to aid in fundamental understanding of the product.
They may deviate from the actual model.
1.1 Symbols and Warnings in this Manual
1.1.1 Warnings
Safety and warning notes in this manual are indicated by symbols. The safety and warning
notes are preceded by signal words indicating the extent of the hazard.
To prevent accidents, personal injury and property damage, comply with the safety and warn-
ing notes and proceed with caution.

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Warnings
DANGER
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an im-
mediately dangerous situation that will lead to death or severe
injuries if not avoided.
GEFAHR
WARNING
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly
dangerous situation that could lead to death or severe injuries if
not avoided.
CAUTION
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a possibly
dangerous situation that could lead to minor injuries if not avoi-
ded.
NOTICE
This signal word indicates a possibly dangerous situation which
could lead to property damage if not avoided.
1.1.2 Explanation of Symbols
The following symbols are used in this manual to emphasize instructions, results, lists, notes
and other elements:
Symbol Explanation
Introductory information relevant to safety
Helpful tips and recommendations as well as information to ensure effi-
cient and uninterrupted use
ZPrecedes instructions
1 ►
Step-by-step instructions. The instructions are numbered in the order of
the respective steps.
Results of steps
References to sections of this manual and to other applicable documents
Lists with no specific order

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1.2 Appearance of Instructions
The initial requirements in regard to personnel qualifications, personal protective equipment
(PPE), special tools and materials are different for each step/process.
It is imperative that the specified requirements for all instructions are met.
The following illustration shows an example of how a set of instructions is structured.
Explanations to the gure "Example of instructions"
1. A triangle precedes the title of instructions or a step to be performed.
2. Indicates the qualification required of personnel to be able to safely perform the action
described. In the above example, the person performing the task has to be a laboratory
scientist or a system integrator. For a description of the personnel qualifications, refer to
chapter “Qualification Required of Personnel” in the document "CoboSafe – General
Safety Instructions”.
2.
ZInspect and clean CoboSafe CBSF-75
Personnel Protective Equipment
■Laboratory scientists
■System integrators
■Protective gloves
■Safety shoes
Special Tools Material
■Set of Allen keys ■Cleaning agent
■Soft, lint-free cloth
To provide reliable measured data, the measuring system has to
be regularly cleaned and inspected for external damage
1 ►Place the measurement system on a free, flat surface
 The measurement system rests securely and cannot fall off.
2 ►...
Fig. 1: Example of instructions
1.
3.
4. 5.
6.
7.
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3. List of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required. In the above example, protective
gloves and safety shoes have to be worn; chapter “Personal Protective Equipment” in
the document "CoboSafe – General Safety Instructions”.
4. If necessary: List of special tools required. A set of Allen keys is needed to check and
clean the device.
5. If necessary: List of consumables required. In the example above, a cleaning agent and
a soft, lint-free cloth is needed.
6. Introductory note on why action is required and what has to be kept in mind.
7. Step in the set of instructions. Always perform the steps one after the other and as de-
scribed.
8. Result of the previous step.
ZAlways verify that the result is the same as what is described here.
2 For your Safety
The separate document “CoboSafe – General Safety Instructions” provides users with further
information and must also be observed.
2.1 Intended Use
CoboSafe-Tek is a pressure measurement method used to determine the pressure forces and
pressure distribution in collisions with collaborating robots. The pressure values are calculated
using the CoboSafe-Vision software on the basis of the underlying standards and publications
(Read the related document 'CoboSafe – General Safety Instructions',  chapter 'Underlying
Standards and Information Material'). CoboSafe-Tek may only be used for this purpose.
2.2 Qualication Required of Personnel
Only qualified personnel may work with the measuring and test system to avoid serious physi-
cal injury or considerable damage to property. Qualified are persons who are familiar with the
commissioning and operation of robots. They must have the appropriate qualifications. They
must be able to assess the work assigned to them, identify possible sources of danger and take
appropriate safety measures.
2.3 Responsibility of the Operator
Please read the chapter of the same name in the corresponding document "CoboSafe – Ge-
neral Safety Instructions".
2.4 Residual Risks
Please read the chapter of the same name in the corresponding document "CoboSafe – Ge-
neral Safety Instructions".

BRIEF DESCRIPTION
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3 Brief Description
The pressure measurement system consists of hardware components and the software CoboSa-
fe-Vision. Using hardware components, the pressure signals of the film sensor are recorded and
transmitted to the software. The pressure measurement takes place simultaneously with the force
measurement. The software synchronizes the force measurement with the pressure measurement
and calculates the force and pressure values. It visualizes the pressure distribution in different
colors and creates a pressure illustration over the course of the pressure effect.
The application-oriented evaluation is realized by our software CoboSafe-Vision.
4 Scope of Delivery
■Transport case
■USB stick with equilibration files and user manual
■CAT5 network cable and RJ45 connector
■Versa Tek Sensor Handle
■USB transfer cable
■Versa Tek 8-Port Hub
■Film sensors with different resolutions, Type 5051 or 5027
Fig. 2: Scope of delivery