Kwik Mark KM-64 User manual
KwikMark
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Designed & Manufactured in the USA
By
Kwik Mark Inc
- The KM-64 -
“The Best is Now the Simplest”
4071 Albany Street
McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: 815−363−8268
Fax: 815−363−8089
www.kwikmark.com
KwikMark
Copyright © 2003-2017 Kwik Mark Inc. All rights reserved.
In the interest of constantly improving our product, Kwikmark Inc. reserves the right that these products
including without limitation product features, specications, designs, availability and pricing are subject to
change by Kwikmark Inc., at any time without notice
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Work Safely. Always wear safety glasses near the machine.
THINK SAFETY
As with all automated machine tools wear safety glasses when operating this machine or being near
this machine at all times. Safety and caution should be observed and exercised at all times.
SECTION 1.0 .........................................................................GENERAL DESCRIPTION
SECTION 2.0 ................................................................................. SET UP & START UP
SECTION 3.0 .....................................................................QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
SECTION 4.0 ........................................................................................................RULES
SECTION 5.0 ................................................................................................CONTROLS
SECTION 6.0 ...............................................................................MACHINE DIAGRAMS
SECTION 7.0 ..................................................... MAINTENANCE / SPARE PARTS LIST
SECTION 8.0 ........................................................................ POWER REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 9.0 ........................................................................ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC
SECTION 10.0 ............................................................................. TROUBLESHOOTING
Table of Contents
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SECTION 1.0
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Section 1.0 - General Description
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The KwikMark Marker is a self contained bench top dot peen (impact) marker designed to quickly and
consistently perform micro impacts on to the surface of a wide range of materials from hardened steel
to delicate plastics.
The X-Y axes are driven by a unique pre-loaded drive system for maintenance free high performance
operation. Two brushless programmable motors are used to actuate the X & Y drives to a linear
motion for the purpose of moving an impact head point to point over your product which causes the
marking operation.
The mark occurs by means of a solid carbide stylus vibrating between a spring and a jet of air
hundreds of times per second, performing the impact on the parts surface. The force is ballistic which
results in minimal stress to your product surface. Furthermore, this concept transfers no direct
stresses into the machine slides, for greater longevity.
The standard KwikMark (KM-64) operates within an approximate 6" x 4" work area and features
solid-state proximity switches as limit sensors for homing and initializing each axis. The KwikMark
features high resolution, repeatable performance due in part to the anti-backlash assembly of the
axial take up mechanism. The unique hardened and ground slide rods in combination with the
bearings result in long life and require no external lubrication or maintenance/service.
The bearings are steel backed with impregnated bronze/PTFE on the surface. In operation, on a
microscopic level, the teon acts as miniature strands rolling and interweaving within themselves,
providing the anti-friction properties. Because of this, no lubrication is required.
The KwikMark features high performance, high torque motors for fast speeds and high accelerations
resulting in quick and accurate motion. Because of the above, caution should be taken to keep the
operator aware of pinch points, moving slides, and sudden motions.
SECTION 2.0
SET-UP & START-UP
Section 2.0 - Set Up & Start Up
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Because of the fast speeds and extremely high acceleration rates caution should be taken to keep the operator
aware of pinch points, moving slides and sudden motions.
Select a steady work bench or machine base to support the Kwikmark. Because of the high speeds and accelerations
during operation a solid top such as butcher block maple or metal works best. The work area should have an approximate
22 inch deep by 36 inch wide open space for the machine clearance, cabling, etc.
Carefully remove the Kwikmark from its box, place it on the bench and inspect the unit in general to verify that no damage
has taken place during shipment.
Assemble the handwheel to the top of the vertical leadscrew on the upright column. Assemble the lter/regulator/gage unit
to the valve on the left side of the machine. These components are removed for shipping to minimize chance of damage
during transit.
When the Kwikmark and accessories are in position at your work area, begin the following procedures:
1. Turn o power switch (press E-Stop) before plugging the unit into your power outlet.
2. Connect the keyboard to the ps-2 (mini-din) receptacle located on the side of the machine.
See Diagram 2 in Section 6 Machine Diagrams
3. Connect a 25- 80 PSI clean and ltered air line to the pneumatic air prep input on the side of the machine.
The input tting is 1/8th NPT thread. This is directly connected to the lter, gauge and regulator also at the
side of the machine. See Diagram 2 in Section 6 Machine Diagrams
4. If using the optional KwikTurn cylindrical attachment, connect the yellow signal cable to the 5 pin hex I/O
connector also located on the side of the machine. See Diagram 2 in Section 6 Machine Diagrams
5. Plug the 110 power cord to your power source. Requirement is: 110-220 VAC, 50-60Hz, 2.5 Amp service.
See Diagram 2 in Section 6 Machine Diagrams
Machine Set Up
Section 2.0 - Set Up & Start Up
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After the connections are complete, begin the following:
1. Turn the machine on (twist E-Stop). The 4 line LCD display will show a “welcome” screen in about 20-25
seconds. This lasts only 3 seconds. The main menu will appear in about 25-30 seconds after power-up.
(Main Menu is: “RUN JOB” screen)
2. Be sure the tooling / xturing is secure on the KwikMark base prior to attempting any marking operation.
3. Using the Arrows on the Key Board, jog the tip to the desired position over the surface you wish to mark.
4. Adjust the air pressure (PSI) with the regulator on the side of the machine. Turn the handwheel on top of the
KwikMark until the tip is the approximate distance. Per chart below.
Machine Start Up
The above are only approximations. It is more important to tune the frequency of the pin for a nice BZZZZZZZZ
sound. If the pin is too far away it will be a low pitch, too close and the pin will stall and scratch not impact material.
The KwikMark has two modes of operation:
Express Text:
• Single Line
• Normal Text
• Marks from Current Pin position
• Does not Save File
For Express Text: Press F1 on the (ps-2) keyboard. Follow LCD screen prompts as follows:
• Type the text you wish to mark (press Enter)
• Accept default text height or type over (press Enter)
• Press Space Bar to begin marking cycle
Or Standard Text:
• Limitless Amount of Lines / File
• Straight, Angular or Arc Text
• Innite Font Size / Line
• Each Line has X-Y Position
• Multiple Serial Numbering / File
• Date Code & Time Stamping
• Graphics Marking
• Saves the File
Marking Type
Ultra Fine
Fine - Medium
Medium
Medium - Heavy
Heavy - Deep
Air Pressure (PSI)
15 - 25
25 - 35
35 - 45
45 - 65
65 - 85
Distance Tip to Part
.050
.100
.125
.160
.200 +
SECTION 3.0
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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Page
-
INS
F9
F7
P
S
F10
F3
F6
F2
F1
F5
F4
Page
UP
DN
DEL
SCROLL
SCROLL
START
GO TO
ORIGIN
ESC
ENTER
HOME
DN
UP
STOP
Start & Pause Cycle
Actuate Pin
Set Origin
Edit Text
Batch Count
New Job
Edit Job
Edit Lines
Park Path
Enter
Escape
Start
Stop
Scroll Up
Scroll Down
Go to Origin
Move Back Y
Move Forward Y
Move Left X
Move Right X
Move Z Dn
F8
+
ESC
HOME
Home
Space Bar
ENT
If Park Path is Enabled:
Description
Event
Machine
Keypad
Move Z Up
F12
F11
<CTRL>
<CTRL>
Move to Park Position
Move to Start Position
Keyboard (ps/2) Control
Ps/2
Keyboard
Programmable
Hot Keys
09-23-10
END
Space Bar
or
Express Text
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F1 Express Text
Express Text mode will mark one
straight line and will not save it
Space bar toggles between running
and pausing the machine
INS
DEL
Or
Or
to Start
to Stop
SPACE BAR
ENT
F1
ENT
ENT
JOB LOADED
Ready
To Run
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
Accept the default Text Height
or type over to change it
Type the text to be marked
For Rotary
Press R
ENT
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F2 Acute Pin
F2
Pressing F2 will actuate the marking pin
Ready to start marking
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F3 Set Origin
F3
Saves the current X, Y, Z positions (from Home)
to the machine’s Setup File on the CF card
Origin Point
is Set
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F6
Job Must be Loaded
ENT
Scroll down to nd the line you want to edit,
then hit ENT when done.
SPACE BAR
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
F6 Edit Text
Edit just the text in any
line of the loaded le
ENT
Accept default name or
type over to Save As
ENT
JOB LOADED
Ready
To Run
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F7 Set Batch Count
Setup, enable and disable
Batch Count Mode
Job Must be Loaded
F7
ENT
ESC
When set, the count will display Quantity
Run/Quantity Set values
SPACE BAR
JOB LOADED
Ready
To Run
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
After 25
Cycles
F7
ESC
Press ESC after F7 to
exit Batch Count Mode
ESC
JOB LOADED
Ready
To Run
No More
Batch Count
Mode
SPACE BAR
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
No More
Batch Count
Mode
Press ESC here to
reset Batch Count Mode
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F8 New Job
Setting up a new
Marking le
ENT
F8
Type the name to
save this job under
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
N
N
JOB LOADED
Ready
To Run SPACE BAR
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
Back to the
TOP
to Re-Do
Back to the
TOP
New Line
ENT
Y
OR
Choose the line Style:
Regular Text
Arc Text
Arc Teach
Angular Text
Anglular value may
be typed with the
keyboard or taught by
jogging the machine
in the X & Y axes.
Choose the Line Type:
Normal
Serial
Graphic
Date Code
Variable
Move
X & Y Positions may be
entered by keyboard or
taught by jogging the
machine
Press X or Y to move
cursor to the desired
position
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F9 Edit Job
Allows full editing, adding
and deleting lines
F9
Job Must be Loaded
Scroll to desired function using the + & - keys
ENT
ENT
ENT
Type line positions or teach
positions by jogging the machine
ENT
ENT OR
Y
Does NOT
Save Work
N
ENT
ENT
Will return to selection screen
ENT
Once Deleted, will take you
back to the menu
ENT
Use the scroll down to nd
the line you want to delete,
then hit ENT
ENT Follow the
Prompts
Accept default le name or
type over to Save As
ENT
ENT
Job LOADED
Ready to Run SPACE BAR
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F10 Edit Lines
Allows editing line properties
F10
Job Must be Loaded
Use the scroll down to nd the line you want to edit, then hit ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
ENT
Type line positions or by jogging the machine
ENT
N
Does NOT
Save Work
ENT
Y
OR
Accept default le name or type
over to Save As
ENT
JOB LOADED
Ready
To Run SPACE BAR
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
ENT
Section 3.0 - Quick Reference Guide
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F12 Teach Park Path
Park Path is always tied to the marking
le that was loaded when this mode was
enabled
Job Must be Loaded
F12
ENT
ENT
ENT
Jog Machine
to Any Point
M
Optional
More Moves
M
ENT
ENT
ENT
SPACE BAR
SPACE BAR to:
Run & Pause
Press <ctrl> S or <ctrl> P to move machine to and
from Start and Parked positions
S
<ctrl>
P
<ctrl>
JOB LOADED
Ready
To Run
SECTION 4.0
RULES
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