ROBOTIQ SD-100 User manual

Robotiq ScrewdrivingSolution
for Universal Robots
Instruction Manual
ROBOTIQ SCREWDRIVING SOLUTION
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Robotiq Screwdriving Solution - Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Revisions 4
1. General Presentation 6
1.1. Screwdriving SolutionNomenclature 7
1.2. ScrewFeeding 10
1.3. ScrewPicking and Fastening 11
2. Safety 12
2.1. Disclaimer 12
2.2. Warnings, RiskAssessment and Final Application 12
2.3. Intended Use 14
3. Installation 16
3.1. Scope of Delivery 17
3.2. Required Toolsand Equipment 18
3.3. Environmental and Operating Conditions 20
3.4. Mechanical Installation 22
3.5. Electrical Setup 24
3.6. URCap Package 28
4. Operation 37
4.1. Calibrating the FT 300-SForce Torque Sensor(CB-SeriesOnly) 37
4.2. Force Copilot License Dongle (e-Series) 37
4.3. ScrewFeederSignals 37
4.4. Introductionto the ScrewdriverToolbar 39
4.5. ScrewdriverVacuum Sleeve Selection 41
4.6. Vacuum Coupler Adjustment 43
4.7. ScrewFeederAdjustment 44
4.8. ScrewFeeding Test 48
5. Software 49
5.1. Control Over Universal RobotsPackage (URCap) 49
6. ScrewdriverCalibration 64
6.1. Material Required 64
6.2. CalibrationProcedure 64
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7. Specifications 70
7.1. Technical Dimensions 70
7.2. Mechanical Specifications 72
7.3. Electrical Specifications 76
8. Maintenance 77
8.1. Robotiq Screwdriver 77
8.2. Robotiq ScrewFeeder 80
9. Spare Parts, Kitsand Accessories 83
9.1. Robotiq Screwdriver 83
9.2. Robotiq ScrewFeeder 86
10. Troubleshooting 87
10.1. Screwdriver Behavior 87
10.2. ScrewFeederBehavior 87
10.3. ErrorManagement 88
11. Warranty 92
12. Harmonized Standardsand Declarations 94
13. Contact 95
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Revisions
Robotiq maymodify thisproduct without notice, when necessary, due to product improvements, modificationsor changesin
specifications. If such modification ismade, the manual will also be revised, see revision information. See the latest version of this
manual online at support.robotiq.com.
Revision2021/09/29
lUpdated Specificationssection
lUpdated Environmental and Operating Conditionssection
Revision2021/08/30
lInitial release
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1.General Presentation
The terms“Screwdriving Solution,” “Robotiq Screwdriving Solution,” “Screwdriver,” “Robotiq Screwdriver,” “SD-100,” “Screw
Feeder,” “Robotiq Screw Feeder” and “SF-300” used in the following manual all refer to the Robotiq Screwdriving Solution and
pertaining components. The Robotiq Screwdriving Solution, composed of the Robotiq Screwdriver and Robotiq ScrewFeeder, isa
robotic peripheral designed for industrial applications. Itsdesign makesit aunique tool for fastening componentstogether in an
autonomousmanner. The ScrewFeeder deliversscrewsindividually at a picking area.The Screwdriver then collectsthem using
vacuum technology and proceedsto the actual screwdriving task.
Info
The following manual usesthe metric system. Unlessotherwise specified, all dimensionsare in millimeters.
Info
The following section presentsthe keyfeaturesof the Robotiq Screwdriving Solution; each feature isdetailed in the
appropriate section of the manual. Safety guidelinesmust be read and understood before any operation isattempted
with the Screwdriver and/or Screw Feeder.
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1.1.ScrewdrivingSolutionNomenclature
The Robotiq Screwdriving Solution comprisestwo main components: the SD-100 Robotiq Screwdriver,and SF-300 Robotiq Screw
Feeder.
Fig. 1-1: Screwdriver and Screw Feeder
Please refer to the Scope of Deliverysection and Spare Parts, Kitsand Accessoriessection for detailson standard and optional
parts.
1.1.1.Screw Feeder Nomenclature
The Robotiq Screw Feeder isan electrical device used to take in screws, bring them individually to a picking areawith a rail, and
send asignal to the robot for the Robotiq Screwdriver to pickthem up for screwdriving tasksand applications.
Fig. 1-2: Screw Feeder Nomenclature (Front)
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Fig. 1-3: Screw Feeder Nomenclature (Back)
Fig. 1-4: Screw Feeder Nomenclature (Internal Components)
Please refer to the Scope of Deliverysection and Spare Parts, Kitsand Accessoriessection for detailson standard and optional
parts.
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1.1.2.Screwdriver Nomenclature
The Robotiq Screwdriver isan end-of-arm robotic tool used to pick up screwsfrom the Screw Feeder’spicking areausing vacuum
technology, and to carry out screwdriving tasks.
Fig. 1-5: Screwdriver Nomenclature
Please refer to the Scope of Deliverysection and Spare Parts, Kitsand Accessoriessection for detailson standard and optional
parts.
Tip
Even though the Screwdriving Solution isdelivered with varioustypesof screwdriving bitsand vacuum sleevesto meet
the needsof numerousapplications, it ispossible to order specific typesof bitsand sleevesaccording to your needs.
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1.2.Screw Feeding
Fig. 1-6: Screw Feeding Cycle
1. Screwsare dropped in the screw chamber manually or via an automated device.
2. Screwsin the chamber move toward the reclaiming wheel.
3. The wheel bladesof the reclaiming wheel pickup screwsand bring them up to the rail.
4. The rail directsthe screwsto the front of the Screw Feeder; the rail brush oscillatesand pushesmisplaced screwsback in the
screw chamber.
5. At the end of the rail, screwsare individually directed to the screwsingulator
6. The screw singulator bringsa screw before the screw detection sensor, which sendsa Ready signal to the robot controller.
Warning
Make sure not to fill the screw chamber of the Screw Feeder above the maxline.
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