Nordson Ultimus V User manual

Ultimus V High Precision Fluid Dispenser
Operating Manual
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You have selected a reliable, high-quality dispensing system from Nordson EFD, the world leader in fluid
dispensing. The Ultimus™V high precision dispenser was designed specifically for industrial dispensing
and will provide you with years of trouble-free, productive service.
This manual will help you maximize the usefulness of your UltimusV high precision dispenser.
Please spend a few minutes to become familiar with the controls and features. Follow our recommended
testing procedures. Review the helpful information we have included, which is based on more than
50years of industrial dispensing experience.
Most questions you will have are answered in this manual. However, if you need assistance, please do
not hesitate to contact EFD or your authorized EFD distributor. Detailed contact information is provided
on the last page of this document.
The Nordson EFD Pledge
Thank You!
You have just purchased the world’s finest precision dispensing equipment.
I want you to know that all of us at Nordson EFD value your business and will do everything in our power
to make you a satisfied customer.
If at any time you are not fully satisfied with our equipment or the support provided by your Nordson
EFD Product Application Specialist, please contact me personally at 800.556.3484 (US), 401.431.7000
(outside US), or [email protected].
I guarantee that we will resolve any problems to your satisfaction.
Thanks again for choosing Nordson EFD.
Jamie Clark, Vice President
Jamie
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Contents
Contents..........................................................................................................................................................................3
Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement ........................................................................................................................6
Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards...............................................................................................................7
High Pressure Fluids....................................................................................................................................................7
Qualified Personnel......................................................................................................................................................7
Intended Use ...............................................................................................................................................................8
Regulations and Approvals..........................................................................................................................................8
Personal Safety............................................................................................................................................................8
Fire Safety....................................................................................................................................................................9
Preventive Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................9
Important Disposable Component Safety Information..............................................................................................10
Action in the Event of a Malfunction..........................................................................................................................10
Disposal .....................................................................................................................................................................10
Specifications................................................................................................................................................................11
UltimusV Features ........................................................................................................................................................12
Unpacking the Dispenser..............................................................................................................................................13
Features and Controls...................................................................................................................................................14
Front Panel ................................................................................................................................................................14
Back Panel.................................................................................................................................................................15
Initial Setup for Testing..................................................................................................................................................16
Connect Power..........................................................................................................................................................16
Connect Foot Pedal...................................................................................................................................................16
Connect Air Input ......................................................................................................................................................16
Connect Air Output ...................................................................................................................................................16
Attach Syringe Barrel and Tip ...................................................................................................................................16
Dispensing System Setup .............................................................................................................................................17
Using Steady Mode to Dispense a Dot or Stripe or Fill a Cavity...............................................................................17
Using Timed Mode to Make Repeatable Deposits....................................................................................................18
Using the Vacuum Control Feature for Low Viscosity Fluids ...................................................................................18
Filling the Syringe Barrel............................................................................................................................................19
Initial Settings................................................................................................................................................................20
Basic Menu Operation...................................................................................................................................................21
Setting the Real Time Clock ......................................................................................................................................21
Setting the Date.........................................................................................................................................................21
Setting Units of Pressure...........................................................................................................................................22
Setting Units of Vacuum............................................................................................................................................22
Setting Language.......................................................................................................................................................22
General Operator Lockout Procedures......................................................................................................................23
Setting a New Password ...........................................................................................................................................24
Clearing a Password..................................................................................................................................................24
Alarm Options Screen................................................................................................................................................24
Communications Port Options Screen......................................................................................................................26
Contrast Control ........................................................................................................................................................26
Information Screen ....................................................................................................................................................26
Setting Dispense Time, Pressure, And Vacuum............................................................................................................27
Dispense Modes............................................................................................................................................................27
Timed Mode...............................................................................................................................................................27
Teach Mode...............................................................................................................................................................27
Steady Mode .............................................................................................................................................................28
Setting Pressure ........................................................................................................................................................28
Setting Vacuum .........................................................................................................................................................28
Using Auto Increment Mode .........................................................................................................................................29
Dispense Count Mode...............................................................................................................................................30
Time Mode.................................................................................................................................................................30
Auto Sequence Mode................................................................................................................................................30
Sample Memory Cell Settings ...................................................................................................................................31
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Part Numbers ................................................................................................................................................................32
Accessories...................................................................................................................................................................32
Replacement Parts........................................................................................................................................................32
Ultimus V....................................................................................................................................................................32
Optimeter...................................................................................................................................................................34
Appendix A — I/O Connector Pin Descriptions ............................................................................................................35
Appendix B — RS-232 Protocol ...................................................................................................................................39
1. Physical Connection..................................................................................................................................................39
1.1 RS-232 Pin Assignments.....................................................................................................................................39
1.2 Connection Examples..........................................................................................................................................40
1.2.1 Using a USB-to-RS-232 Converter...............................................................................................................40
1.2.2 Using a DB9-Female to DB9-Female-Straight-Through Cable.....................................................................40
2. RS-232 Protocol........................................................................................................................................................41
2.1 Communication Specifications............................................................................................................................41
2.2 Data Encoding .....................................................................................................................................................42
2.3 Text Packet Format .............................................................................................................................................43
2.3.1 STX................................................................................................................................................................43
2.3.2 No. Bytes.......................................................................................................................................................43
2.3.3 Command .....................................................................................................................................................43
2.3.4 Data...............................................................................................................................................................43
2.3.5 Checksum .....................................................................................................................................................44
2.3.6 ETX................................................................................................................................................................44
2.3.7 Text Packet Example ....................................................................................................................................45
2.4 Communication Sequence ..................................................................................................................................46
2.4.1 Write Text Packets........................................................................................................................................46
2.4.2 Read Text Packets........................................................................................................................................48
2.5 Communication Timeout .....................................................................................................................................50
2.6 RS-232 Commands .............................................................................................................................................50
2.6.1 Response Commands...................................................................................................................................50
2.6.1.1 Success Command (A0).........................................................................................................................50
2.6.1.2 Failure Command (A2)............................................................................................................................50
2.6.2 Write Commands ..........................................................................................................................................51
2.6.2.1 Memory Change Command ...................................................................................................................51
2.6.2.2 Timed Mode Command..........................................................................................................................51
2.6.2.3 Steady Mode Command ........................................................................................................................51
2.6.2.4 Time / Steady Toggle Command............................................................................................................51
2.6.2.5 Pressure Set Command .........................................................................................................................52
2.6.2.6 Memory-Pressure Set Command...........................................................................................................52
2.6.2.7 Vacuum Set Command ..........................................................................................................................53
2.6.2.8 Memory-Vacuum Set Command............................................................................................................53
2.6.2.9 Time Set Command................................................................................................................................54
2.6.2.10 Memory-Time Set Command...............................................................................................................54
2.6.2.11 Memory-Time-Pressure-Vacuum Set Command.................................................................................55
2.6.2.12 Pressure Units Set Command..............................................................................................................56
2.6.2.13 Vacuum Units Set Command...............................................................................................................56
2.6.2.14 Dispense Parameter Memory Clear......................................................................................................56
2.6.2.15 Deposit Count Clear Command ...........................................................................................................57
2.6.2.16 Reset Auto Increment Command.........................................................................................................57
2.6.2.17 Auto Increment Mode On / Off Command ...........................................................................................57
2.6.2.18 Auto Increment Mode Command.........................................................................................................58
2.6.2.19 Set Start & End Address Command.....................................................................................................58
2.6.2.20 Set Trigger Value Command ................................................................................................................59
2.6.2.21 Set the Real Time Clock Command .....................................................................................................59
2.6.2.22 Set the Real Time Date Command.......................................................................................................60
2.6.2.23 Operator Lockout Set Command .........................................................................................................60
2.6.2.24 Set Language Command......................................................................................................................61
2.6.2.25 Alarm Options Set Command...............................................................................................................62
2.6.2.26 Reset Alarms Command.......................................................................................................................62
2.6.2.27 Dispense Command.............................................................................................................................62
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2.6.3 Read Commands ..........................................................................................................................................63
2.6.3.1 Pressure Time Read Command .............................................................................................................63
2.6.3.2 Memory Channel, Dispense Pressure, and Dispense Time Read Command........................................64
2.6.3.3 Pressure Time Vacuum Read Command ...............................................................................................65
2.6.3.4 Memory Location Read Command ........................................................................................................66
2.6.3.5 Pressure Units Read Command.............................................................................................................67
2.6.3.6 Vacuum Units Read Command..............................................................................................................67
2.6.3.7 Total Status Read Command .................................................................................................................68
2.6.3.8 Trigger Value Read Command ...............................................................................................................69
2.6.3.9 Deposit Count Read Command .............................................................................................................69
2.6.3.10 Real Time Clock Read Command ........................................................................................................70
2.6.3.11 Real Time Date Read Command..........................................................................................................71
2.6.3.12 Operator Lockout Read Command ......................................................................................................71
2.6.3.13 Alarm Options Read Command ...........................................................................................................73
2.6.3.14 Alarm Status Read Command..............................................................................................................74
3. Troubleshooting Remote Communication ................................................................................................................75
3.1 No Response from the Dispenser........................................................................................................................75
3.2 Dispenser Returns a Failure Command (A2)........................................................................................................76
4. Ultimus V Interactive Software ..................................................................................................................................77
4.1 Installation............................................................................................................................................................77
4.2 Opening the Software..........................................................................................................................................77
4.3 Connecting to the Dispenser...............................................................................................................................78
4.3.1 Check the Communication Settings .............................................................................................................78
4.3.2 Connect.........................................................................................................................................................79
4.4 Bulk Editing..........................................................................................................................................................80
5. LabVIEW Driver and Example Program.....................................................................................................................81
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Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement
The safety messages that follow have a CAUTION level hazard.
Failure to comply may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
READ MANUAL
Read manual for proper use of this equipment. Follow all safety instructions. Task- and equipment-
specific warnings, cautions, and instructions are included in equipment documentation where
appropriate. Make sure these instructions and all other equipment documents are accessible to
persons operating or servicing equipment.
The safety message that follows has a WARNING level hazard.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Risk of electric shock. Disconnect power before removing covers and / or disconnect, lock out, and
tag switches before servicing electrical equipment. If you receive even a slight electrical shock, shut
down all equipment immediately. Do not restart the equipment until the problem has been identified
and corrected.
MAXIMUM AIR PRESSURE
Unless otherwise noted in the product manual, the maximum air input pressure is 7.0 bar (100psi).
Excessive air input pressure may damage the equipment. Air input pressure is intended to be
applied through an external air pressure regulator rated for 0 to 7.0 bar (0 to 100 psi).
RELEASE PRESSURE
Release hydraulic and pneumatic pressure before opening, adjusting, or servicing pressurized
systems or components.
BURNS
Hot surfaces! Avoid contact with the hot metal surfaces of heated components. If contact can not be
avoided, wear heat-protective gloves and clothing when working around heated equipment. Failure
to avoid contact with hot metal surfaces can result in personal injury.
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Nordson EFD Product Safety Statement (continued)
Halogenated Hydrocarbon Solvent Hazards
Do not use halogenated hydrocarbon solvents in a pressurized system that contains aluminum components.
Under pressure, these solvents can react with aluminum and explode, causing injury, death, or property damage.
Halogenated hydrocarbon solvents contain one or more of the following elements.
Element Symbol Prefix
Fluorine F “Fluoro-”
Chlorine Cl “Chloro-”
Bromine Br “Bromo-”
Iodine I “Iodo-”
Check the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or contact your material supplier for more information. If you must use
halogenated hydrocarbon solvents, contact your EFD representative for compatible EFD components.
High Pressure Fluids
High pressure fluids, unless they are safely contained, are extremely hazardous. Always release fluid pressure before
adjusting or servicing high pressure equipment. A jet of high pressure fluid can cut like a knife and cause serious
bodily injury, amputation, or death. Fluids penetrating the skin can also cause toxic poisoning.
Any injury caused by high pressure liquid can be serious. If you are injured or even suspect an injury:
• Go to an emergency room immediately.
• Tell the doctor that you suspect an injection injury.
• Show the doctor the following note.
• Tell the doctor what kind of material you were dispensing.
WARNING
Medical Alert — Airless Spray Wounds: Note to Physician
Injection in the skin is a serious traumatic injury. It is important to treat the injury surgically as soon as possible. Do
not delay treatment to research toxicity. Toxicity is a concern with some exotic coatings injected directly into the
bloodstream.
Qualified Personnel
Equipment owners are responsible for making sure that EFD equipment is installed, operated, and serviced by
qualified personnel. Qualified personnel are those employees or contractors who are trained to safely perform
their assigned tasks. They are familiar with all relevant safety rules and regulations and are physically capable of
performing their assigned tasks.
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Intended Use
Use of EFD equipment in ways other than those described in the documentation supplied with the equipment may
result in injury to persons or damage to property. Some examples of unintended use of equipment include:
• Using incompatible materials.
• Making unauthorized modifications.
• Removing or bypassing safety guards or interlocks.
• Using incompatible or damaged parts.
• Using unapproved auxiliary equipment.
• Operating equipment in excess of maximum ratings.
• Operating equipment in an explosive atmosphere.
Regulations and Approvals
Make sure all equipment is rated and approved for the environment in which it is used. Any approvals obtained for
Nordson EFD equipment will be voided if instructions for installation, operation, and service are not followed. If the
equipment is used in a manner not specified by Nordson EFD, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Personal Safety
To prevent injury, follow these instructions:
• Do not operate or service equipment unless you are qualified.
• Do not operate equipment unless safety guards, doors, and covers are intact and automatic interlocks are
operating properly. Do not bypass or disarm any safety devices.
• Keep clear of moving equipment. Before adjusting or servicing moving equipment, shut off the power supply
and wait until the equipment comes to a complete stop. Lock out power and secure the equipment to prevent
unexpected movement.
• Make sure spray areas and other work areas are adequately ventilated.
• When using a syringe barrel, always keep the dispensing end of the tip pointing towards the work and away
from the body or face. Store syringe barrels with the tip pointing down when they are not in use.
• Obtain and read the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all materials used. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
safe handling and use of materials and use recommended personal protection devices.
• Be aware of less-obvious dangers in the workplace that often cannot be completely eliminated, such as hot
surfaces, sharp edges, energized electrical circuits, and moving parts that cannot be enclosed or otherwise
guarded for practical reasons.
• Know where emergency stop buttons, shutoff valves, and fire extinguishers are located.
• Wear hearing protection to protect against hearing loss that can be caused by exposure to vacuum exhaust
port noise over long periods of time.
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Fire Safety
To prevent a fire or explosion, follow these instructions:
• Shut down all equipment immediately if you notice static sparking or arcing. Do not restart the equipment until
the cause has been identified and corrected.
• Do not smoke, weld, grind, or use open flames where flammable materials are being used or stored.
• Do not heat materials to temperatures above those recommended by the manufacturer. Make sure heat
monitoring and limiting devices are working properly.
• Provide adequate ventilation to prevent dangerous concentrations of volatile particles or vapors. Refer to local
codes or the SDS for guidance.
• Do not disconnect live electrical circuits when working with flammable materials. Shut off power at a disconnect
switch first to prevent sparking.
• Know where emergency stop buttons, shutoff valves, and fire extinguishers are located.
Preventive Maintenance
As part of maintaining continuous trouble-free use of this product, Nordson EFD recommends the following simple
preventive maintenance checks:
• Periodically inspect tube-to-fitting connections for proper fit. Secure as necessary.
• Check tubing for cracks and contamination. Replace tubing as necessary.
• Check all wiring connections for looseness. Tighten as necessary.
• Clean: If a front panel requires cleaning, use a clean, soft, damp rag with a mild detergent cleaner. DO NOT
USE strong solvents (MEK, acetone, THF, etc.) as they will damage the front panel material.
• Maintain: Use only a clean, dry air supply to the unit. The equipment does not require any other regular
maintenance.
• Test: Verify the operation of features and the performance of equipment using the appropriate sections of this
manual. Return faulty or defective units to Nordson EFD for replacement.
• Use only replacement parts that are designed for use with the original equipment. Contact your Nordson EFD
representative for information and advice.
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Important Disposable Component Safety Information
All Nordson EFD disposable components, including syringe barrels, cartridges, pistons, tip caps, end caps,
and dispense tips, are precision engineered for one-time use. Attempting to clean and re-use components will
compromise dispensing accuracy and may increase the risk of personal injury.
Always wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing suitable for your dispensing application and adhere to
the following guidelines:
• Do not heat syringe barrels or cartridges to a temperature greater than 38° C (100° F).
• Dispose of components according to local regulations after one-time use.
• Do not clean components with strong solvents (MEK, acetone, THF, etc.).
• Clean cartridge retainer systems and barrel loaders with mild detergents only.
• To prevent fluid waste, use Nordson EFD SmoothFlow™pistons.
Action in the Event of a Malfunction
If a system or any equipment in a system malfunctions, shut off the system immediately and perform the following
steps:
1. Disconnect and lock out system electrical power. If using hydraulic and pneumatic shutoff valves, close and
relieve pressure.
2. For Nordson EFD air-powered dispensers, remove the syringe barrel from the adapter assembly. For Nordson
EFD electro-mechanical dispensers, slowly unscrew the barrel retainer and remove the barrel from the actuator.
3. Identify the reason for the malfunction and correct it before restarting the system.
Disposal
Dispose of equipment and materials used in operation and servicing according to local codes.
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RoHS标准相关声明标准相关声明 (China RoHS Hazardous Material Declaration)
产品名称
Part Name
有害物质及元素
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
铅 
Lead
(Pb)
汞 
Mercury
(Hg)
镉 
Cadmium
(Cd)
六价铬
Hexavalent
Chromium
(Cr6)
多溴联苯
Polybrominated
Biphenyls
(PBB)
多溴联苯醚
Polybrominated
Diphenyl Ethers
(PBDE)
外部接口
External Electrical
Connectors
X00000
O:表示该产品所含有的危险成分或有害物质含量依照EIP-A,EIP-B,EIP-C
的标准低于SJ/T11363-2006限定要求。
Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all the homogeneous materials for this part, according to EIP-A, EIP-B, EIP-C is below
the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006.
X:表示该产品所含有的危险成分或有害物质含量依照EIP-A,EIP-B,EIP-C
的标准高于SJ/T11363-2006限定要求.
Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all the homogeneous materials for this part, according to EIP-A, EIP-B, EIP-C is above
the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006.
WEEE Directive
This equipment is regulated by the European Union under WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). Refer to
www.nordsonefd.com/WEEE for information about how to properly dispose of this equipment.
Specifications
NOTE: Specifications and technical details are subject to change without prior notification.
Item Specification
Cabinet size 22.5Wx 9.50Hx 19.9Dcm (8.86Wx 3.74Hx 7.85D”)
Weight 3.4 kg (7.7 lb)
Input AC (to power supply) 100–240 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 0.5 A
Output DC (from power supply) 24 VDC, 1.7 A maximum
Internal voltage 24 VDC
Cycle rate Exceeds 600 cycles per minute
Time range 0.0000–9.9999 s
Foot pedal Voltage: 24 VDC
Current: 20 mA
End-of-cycle feedback circuits 5–24 VDC, 100 mA maximum
Cycle initiate Foot pedal, finger switch, or 5–24 VDC signal
Input air pressure 7.0 bar (100 psi) maximum
Air output 0–7.0 bar (0–100 psi)
Ambient operating conditions Temperature: 5–50° C (41–122° F)
Humidity: 85% RH at 30° C non-condensing
Height above sea level: 2,000 m max (6,562 ft)
Product classification Installation: Category II
Pollution: Degree 2
Approvals CE, UKCA, TÜV, RoHS, WEEE, China RoHS
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UltimusV Features
• Electronically change / adjust dispensing Time, Pressure, and Vacuum
• Simultaneously display dispensing Time, Pressure, and Vacuum
• Auto Increment mode to adjust dispensing parameters after a certain number of shots or
a specific lapsed time
• Auto Sequence mode that allows deposit patterns to be repeated automatically
• 400 individual memory storage cells
• Scroll or select cells via front panel keypad or external PC / PLC control
• Switching between Steady, Timed, and Teach modes
• Front panel Manual Cycle key
• Teach function
• Multi-level operator lockout
• Alarm indicators
• End of Cycle Feedback loop
• Soft button data input 0–9 keypad
• Operator control of LCD display brightness
• Easy UP / DOWN arrow key navigation
• External PC interface for data input
• Display cycle counter
• RS-232 interface compatible with standard RS-232 protocol
• ESD-safe via connection with external ESD grounding plug
• 0–7.0 bar (0–100 psi) air regulation range; 0–18 H2O vacuum regulation range
• Internal universal power supply
• D-sub I/O (15-pin) and communication (9-pin) connections
• Alarm input / output I/O signals
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The following items should be included with your UltimusV dispenser:
1 Tubing — 6 mm OD Blue Urethane
2 Connector 15 Pos Plug D-Sub Solder
3 Backshell 15 Pos D-Sub
4 Hose Support Adapter
5 Filter Regulator
6 Foot Pedal Assembly
7 Barrel Holder Sleeve
8 Barrel Holder
9 Ergonomic Barrel Holder
10 Hose Support Locating Washer
11 Fitting — 1/4 NPT X 6 mm OD
12 Wrench — Hex Key, 4 mm
13 Screw — M6 X 25 mm, Bh, Blk
(Not Shown)
Literature — Optimum Component Poster
Dot Test Kit Sheet
Box of 50 tip caps
Unpacking the Dispenser
Unpack the contents of the package and lay them out on a clean workbench.
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Front Panel
Power Switch: Turns the UltimusV dispenser on and off.
RS‑232 Connector: Allows all dispensing parameters to be modified from a remote PC or PLC.
LCD Display: Shows data and system status as well the current function selected.
Function Buttons: Used to select items shown on the bottom of the LCD display above the individual function
buttons. The function of each key depends on the current screen display and / or mode.
Cycle Button: Initiates a dispense cycle.
Air Output Quick Connector: Syringe barrel adapter / Optimeter™connection.
ESD Jack: Standard 0.166" banana jack allows the user to connect grounding for ESD-sensitive equipment.
Numeric Keypad: Used to enter settings.
Scroll Keys: The arrow-shaped 2,4, 6, and 8 keys on the numeric keypad can be used for cursor scrolling as well as
data entry.
Easy Adjust Buttons: Adjusts dispense time or memory cell location.
Enter Key: Confirms highlighted selection or data entered.
Features and Controls
Power
Switch
Function
Buttons ESD Jack Enter Key
RS-232 Connector
LCD Display Air Output
Quick
Connector
Cycle Button Numeric Keypad
Scroll Keys
Easy Adjust
Buttons
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Back Panel
Air In: Main filtered air supply input.
6 mm push-in fitting, used to connect main air supply. Minimum 1.0 bar (15 psi) above desired dispensing pressure;
maximum 0–7.0 bar (0–100 psi).
Exhaust: Syringe barrel and vacuum air exit port.
6 mm push-in fitting. Output air from the syringe barrel exits from this port at the end of every dispensing cycle. The
air consumed by the vacuum generator exhausts through this port as well. The push-in fitting allows tubing to be
connected for remote discharge.
Foot Pedal / Finger Switch Connector: Connection for dispenser actuating device.
Connection is for a momentary contact closure switching device. EFD strongly suggests the use of EFD foot pedals
and finger switches, which are specifically designed for this application.
RS‑232 Connector: (DB-9 Male Style)
Either the front or rear RS-232 port can be enabled at one time. The RS-232 port is selected in the Communication
LCD screen.
Any communications to the disabled RS-232 port will be ignored by the dispenser. The RS-232 protocol is covered
in Appendix B.
I/O (Input / Output) Connector: (DB-15 Female Style) Used to connect to any input or output.
For detailed pin information, refer to Appendix A.
AC Power Input: Connects dispenser to local power source.
Features and Controls (continued)
Power Input
Jack
Air In
Foot Pedal /
Finger Switch
Connector
Exhaust
RS-232
Connector
I/O (Input / Output)
Connector
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Connect Power
1. Connect the power cord to the back of the dispenser.
2. Plug the power cord into your local power source.
3. Turn the power switch on the front panel to the on position.
Connect Foot Pedal
The UltimusV can be operated using the foot pedal provided, or by an external
device via a DB-15 connector.
1. Plug the foot pedal into the connector on the back of the dispenser.
2. You can also operate the UltimusV with an optional finger switch or a 5 to 24
VDC pulse.
Connect Air Input
NOTE: Clean, dry, filtered factory air is required to meet warranty. To ensure air
quality, install the five-micron filter regulator provided with the UltimusV.
1. Push one end of the air input hose into the Air In fitting on the back of the
dispenser.
2. Connect the other end of the air input hose to the filter regulator supplied
with the UltimusV dispenser.
NOTE: Input air should be set at least 1.0 bar (15 psi) — or more — higher
than dispensing pressure, up to a maximum of 0–7.0 bar (0–100 psi).
Connect Air Output
Push the connector on the adapter / Optimeter into the connector on the front of
the UltimusV and twist clockwise to lock.
Attach Syringe Barrel and Tip
1. Secure an EFD syringe barrel filled with your fluid to the adapter / Optimeter.
2. Replace the tip cap with an appropriate EFD precision dispense tip.
Initial Setup for Testing
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Deposit size is controlled by time, pressure and tip size.
Please follow these instructions to test each function. Use the convenient Dot Standards sheet
included in your dispensing kit.
Using Steady Mode to Dispense a Dot or Stripe or Fill a
Cavity
1. Start with pressure set to zero.
2. Place the syringe barrel over a piece of paper or test surface.
3. Place the unit in “Steady” mode.
4. Unsnap the safety clip. Depress and hold the foot pedal for the remainder of setup.
5. While resting the tip on the paper (test surface), increase the air pressure by 0.069–0.138 bar
(1–2 psi) using the keypad until you have reached the desired fluid dispensing flow rate.
NOTE: Always use the lowest possible pressure and the largest possible tip size. The
combination of the lowest possible output pressure + largest possible tip size + longest
possible dispense duration = most consistent and accurate deposits.
6. Release the foot pedal.
7. Retest the dispensing rate a few more times. Fine tune as required by making small changes
in pressure.
Correct angle
for consistent
deposits.
Remember — always
bring the tip in contact
with the work surface
at the illustrated angle.
After the tip is in
position, press the foot
pedal. Release pedal
and remove tip by
lifting straight up.
Dispensing System Setup
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Using Timed Mode to Make Repeatable Deposits
1. Refer to the previous section to purge your dispense tip of air and fill it with fluid.
2. Place the unit into “Timed” mode.
3. Set the dispense time. The dispense time or duration may be set in one of two ways:
• Using the Up / down Arrows to set time. Refer to the “Features and Controls” section.
• Using the Program / Teach button to set time. Refer to the “Features and Controls” section.
4. Press the foot pedal / finger switch to activate the dispense cycle. The dispenser will now continuously
dispense for the pre-set duration of time. Once the time has expired, the dispenser will stop dispensing and
await another triggering signal from the foot pedal / finger switch or signal from the host controller.
NOTE: The foot pedal / finger switch only needs to be pressed for a moment.
If the foot pedal / finger switch or contact closure I/O signal is initiated at any time during the dispense cycle,
the dispenser will immediately abort and stop dispensing. This is a unique safety feature to prevent accidental
dispensing.
Using the Vacuum Control Feature for Low Viscosity Fluids
The Vacuum Control feature allows you to dispense low viscosity fluids consistently without dripping between
cycles. The vacuum overcomes head pressure on the fluid within the barrel, which prevents dripping.
1. Make sure that you have attached an EFD syringe barrel filled with the
fluid intended for dispensing, and that the air pressure is set all the way to
zero. EFD recommends the use of a Blue LV Barrier piston for watery, low
viscosity materials.
2. Make sure the barrel adapter safety clip is closed.
3. Remove the tip cap and replace it with an appropriate EFD dispense tip.
4. Set the air pressure at 0.1 bar (2 psi).
5. While pointing the tip over a container or resting it on a test surface, release
the safety clip on the adapter / Optimeter hose assembly.
6. Place the dispenser in “Steady” mode. Depress and hold the foot pedal
until a drip begins to form at the end of the tip.
7. Release the foot pedal. At this point, fluid will continue to exit the tip.
8. Increase the vacuum using the keypad by 0.5 to 1.0 inches of water until
the fluid deposit size stabilizes without growing.
NOTE: Do not increase the vacuum to the point where the deposit is
actually drawn back into the tip or to where bubbles form in the barrel.
Excessive vacuum causes inconsistent dispensing.
9. Lift the tip off the test surface, wipe the tip end and retest by pressing the foot pedal momentarily. The deposit
should stay at the intended size and not increase or decrease in size. If it does, repeat steps 4–8 to fine-tune
the vacuum control.
10. Once the vacuum is properly set, increase air pressure to the desired production setting before beginning your
dispensing process.
LV Barrier
1/2 maximum fill
Air gap
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Filling the Syringe Barrel
Caution: Do not completely fill syringe barrels. The optimum fill is a maximum 2/3 of the barrel capacity and 1/2 of
the barrel capacity when using the EFD blue LV Barrier™piston.
For best results, we strongly recommend that you use a piston as part of your dispensing system. The white EFD
SmoothFlow piston is appropriate for most fluids and has several advantages.
• First, vacuum adjustment is less sensitive.
• Second, the piston prevents fumes from the fluid being exhausted into the work environment.
• Third, the piston prevents fluid backflow into the dispenser if the syringe barrel is inadvertently turned upside
down.
• Fourth, the piston makes it easy and safe to change tips without dripping.
For watery solvents and cyanoacrylates, request the blue EFD LV Barrier piston, available in 3cc, 10cc, and
30/55/70cc sizes. If you are dispensing an RTV silicone and find that the piston bounces and causes stringing,
request EFD’s assistance in selecting a suitable piston.
Remember
For best results, EFD strongly recommends the
use of a piston as part of your dispensing system.
Do not tip the barrel
upside down or lay
flat. This will cause the
liquid to run into the
dispenser.
If you choose to not use a piston when
dispensing thin fluids, remember these
important points.
Fumes cannot escape.
No air gap
when using the
SmoothFlow
piston.
SmoothFlow piston
prevents fluid
backflow.
Correct method
✔
When changing tips
or attaching a tip
cap, snap the safety
clip completely
closed to prevent
any dripping or
bubbling.
Open
Closed
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Dispenser settings and dispensing parameters can be entered manually using the keypad and buttons on the front
of the Ultimus V dispenser or, alternatively, by using the RS-232 remote communication capability of the dispenser.
Refer to “Appendix B — RS-232 Protocol” on page39 for details.
NOTE: To facilitate setup, begin by setting the language in which data will be displayed. Refer to “Setting
Language” on page22.
The following examples show data being entered manually.
• Press the power switch to turn on the dispenser. The Main screen will be displayed and show all the dispensing
parameters. The first time the dispenser is powered up, all settings will be preset to zero.
AI Auto Increment Function
MEM Current Memory Address
TIME Dispensing Time
PRES Dispensing Pressure
VAC Vacuum
SHOT Dispense Counter
Dispensing Status (shown as icons)
Initial Settings
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