SMC Networks XLH16 User manual

Doc. no.XL*****-OMJ0005-C
PRODUCT NAME
High Vacuum L Type Valve
MODEL / Series / Product Number
XLH Series

Contents
Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
1. Product Specific Precautions 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
(Precautions on Design, Selection, Mounting, Piping, Wiring, Maintenance)
2. Product Specific Precautions 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
(Maintenance parts)
3. Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
4. Construction and Outer dimensions - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - 9
5. Period and scope of warranty - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
6. Parts replacement procedure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
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Safety Instructions
These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage.
These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or
“Danger.”
They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards
(ISO/IEC)*1), and other safety regulations.
*1) ISO 4414: Pneumatic fluid power -- General rules relating to systems
ISO 4413: Hydraulic fluid power -- General rules relating to systems
IEC 60204-1: Safety of machinery -- Electrical equipment of machines (Part 1: General requirements)
ISO 10218-1992: Manipulating industrial robots -- Safety
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
Warning
Warnig indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Warning
1. The compatibility of the product is the responsibility of the person who designs the
equipment or decides its specifications.
Since the product specified here is used under various operating conditions, its compatibility with specific
equipment must be decided by the person who designs the equipment or decides its specifications based on
necessary analysis and test results.
The expected performance and safety assurance of the equipment will be the responsibility of the person who
has determined its compatibility with the product.
This person should also continuously review all specifications of the product referring to its latest catalog
information, with a view to giving due consideration to any possibility of equipment failure when configuring the
equipment.
2. Only personnel with appropriate training should operate machinery and equipment.
The product specified here may become unsafe if handled incorrectly.
The assembly, operation and maintenance of machines or equipment including our products must be
performed by an operator who is appropriately trained and experienced.
3. Do not service or attempt to remove product and machinery/equipment until safety is
confirmed.
1.The inspection and maintenance of machinery/equipment should only be performed after measures to
prevent falling or runaway of the driven objects have been confirmed.
2.When the product is to be removed, confirm that the safety measures as mentioned above are implemented
and the power from any appropriate source is cut, and read and understand the specific product precautions
of all relevant products carefully.
3.Before machinery/equipment is restarted, take measures to prevent unexpected operation and malfunction.
4. Contact SMC beforehand and take special consideration of safety measures if the product is
to be used in any of the following conditions.
1. Conditions and environments outside of the given specifications, or use outdoors or in a place exposed to
direct sunlight.
2. Installation on equipment in conjunction with atomic energy, railways, air navigation, space, shipping,
vehicles, military, medical treatment, combustion and recreation, or equipment in contact with food and
beverages, emergency stop circuits, clutch and brake circuits in press applications, safety equipment or
other applications unsuitable for the standard specifications described in the product catalog.
3. An application which could have negative effects on people, property, or animals requiring special safety
analysis.
4. Use in an interlock circuit, which requires the provision of double interlock for possible failure by using a
mechanical protective function, and periodical checks to confirm proper operation.
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Safety Instructions
Caution
1.The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries.
The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries.
If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange
specifications or a contract if necessary.
If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.
Limited warranty and Disclaimer/Compliance Requirements
The product used is subject to the following “Limited warranty and Disclaimer” and “Compliance
Requirements”.
Read and accept them before using the product.
Limited warranty and Disclaimer
1. The warranty period of the product is 1 year in service or 1.5 years
after the product is
delivered,whichever is first.*2)
Also, the product may have specified durability, running distance or replacement parts. Please consult
your nearest sales branch.
2.For any failure or damage reported within the warranty period whi
ch is clearly our responsibility, a
replacement product or necessary parts will be provided.
This limited warranty applies only to our product independently, and not to any other damage incurred
due to the failure of the product.
3.Prior to using SMC products, please read and understand the warranty terms and disclaimers noted in
the specified catalog for the particular products.
*2) Vacuum pads are excluded from this 1 year warranty.
A vacuum pad is a consumable part, so it is warranted for a year after it is delivered.
Also, even within the warranty period, the wear of a product due to the use of the vacuum pad or
failure due to the deterioration of rubber material are not covered by the limited warranty.
Compliance Requirements
1
.The use of SMC products with production equipment for the manufacture of weapons of mass
destruction(WMD) or any other weapon is strictly prohibited.
2.The exports of SMC products or technology from one country to another are govemed by the relevant
secur
ity laws and regulation of the countries involved in the transaction. Prior to the shipment of a
SMC product to another country, assure that all local rules goveming that export are known and
followed.
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1. Product Specific Precautions 1
Common Precautions 1 Be sure to read before handling.
Design
Warning
●All models
1.The body material is A6063,the bellows is SUS316L, and other metal seal material is SUS304.
The sealing material of the vacuum part is FKM as standard, but this can be changed to other
materials (refer to “How to Order”). Confirm whether the fluid to be used is compatible with the
materials before use.
●With heater (thermister)
1.When using a model with a heater, a mechanism to prevent overheating should be
installed.
Selection
●High temperature type
1. If using gases that cause alarge amount of deposits, heat the valve body to prevent deposits in
the valve.
Mounting
● All models
1. In high humidity environments, keep the valve packed until the time of installation.
2. Perform piping so that excessive force is not applied to the flange sections. When there is
vibration from heavy objects or attachments, etc., fix piping so that vibration will not apply
torque directly to the flange section.
3. Vibration resistance allows for normal operation of up to 30m/s2(45 to 250Hz).
Be advised that continuous vibration may cause a decline in durability.
Arrange piping to avoid excessive vibration or impacts.
●High temperature type (temperature specification /H4 H5)
1. In models with a heater (thermistor), take care not to damage the insulation components of the
lead wires and connector section.
2. The set temperature for models with a heater should be established without any drafts or heat
insulation. It will change depending on conditions such as heat insulation measures and the
heating of other piping. Fine adjustment is not possible.
3. When installing heater accessories or mounting a heater, check insulation resistance at the
actual operating temperature. A current leakage breaker or fuse should be installed.
4. When a valve is to be heated, only the body section should be heated, excluding the handle
section.
5. In models with a heater, when the heater is in operation, the entire valve becomes hot. Be
careful not to touch it with bare hands, as burns will result.
6. The heater temperature will initially decrease several % after the heating starts and then
gradually becomes stable. (The heater temperature may decrease approximately 5 to 10%
due to individual differences.)
Caution
Caution
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1. Before mounting, clean the surface of the flange seal and the O-ring with ethanol, etc.
2. There is an indentation of 0.1 to 0.2mm in order to protect the flange seal surface, and it
should be handled so that the seal surface is not damaged in any way.
If the fluid or reaction product (deposit) may cause the valve to become unsafe, the valve
should be disassembled, cleaned and re-assembled by an operator who has sufficient
knowledge and experience (e.g. a specialist).
1.When removing deposits from the valve, take care not to damage any part of it.
2.Replace the handle assembly when the valve is approaching the end of its service life.
*For the endurance cycles, refer to Chapter 5, “Period and Scope of Warranty” (P. 9).
3.If damage is suspected prior to the end of the service life, perform early maintenance.
4.SMC specified parts should be used for service. Refer to the Construction / Maintenance
parts table.
5.When removing the valve seal and external seal, take care not to damage the sealing
surfaces. When installing the valve seal and external seal, be sure that the O-ring is not
twisted. (Refer to Chapter 6, “Parts Replacement Procedure” (P. 10 to 11) for details.)
Piping
Caution
Maintenance
Warning
Caution
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2. Product Specific Precautions 2
Common Precautions 2 Be sure to read before handling
Maintenance Parts
SMC specified parts should be used for service.
Refer to Chapter 5, “Construction and Dimensions" (P. 9) for the part indication numbers.
1.Replace the handle assembly when changing the sealant material. Due to the different materials
used, changing only the seal may prove inadequate.
Handle assembly/construction part number (1)
Temperature
specifications
Valve size
16
25
40
50
Standard(5
～
150 oC)
XLH16-30-1
XLH25-30-1
XLH40-30-1
XLH50-30-1
Note1) List the optional seal material symbol after the model number, except for the standard
seal material (FKM: compound No. 1349-80). e.g.) XLH16-30-1-XN1
Exterior seal, valve seal
Description
Constructions No. Material
Valve size
16
25
40
50
Exterior seal (3) Standard
AS568-025V
AS568-030V
AS568-035V
AS568-039V
Specific AS568-025 ** AS568-030 ** AS568-035 ** AS568-039 **
Valve seal (2) Standard B2401-V15V B2401-V24V B2401-P42V AS568-227V
Specific
B2401-V15
**
B2401-V24
**
B2401-P42
**
AS568-227
**
Note1) List the optional seal material symbol after the model number, except for the
standard sealant material (FKM: compound no. 1349-80). e.g.) AS568-025-XN1
Note2) Refer to the Construction of each series for the construction numbers.
Note3) Due to the different materials used, changing only the seal may prove inadequate.
Additional symbols of the seal materials
Seal material EPDM Barrel
Perfluoro
R
Kalrez
R
Chemraz
R
VMQ FKM for
PLASMA ULTIC
ARMOR
R
Combination No.
2101-80
70W
4079
SS592
SS630
SSE38
1232-70
3310-75
UA4640
Symbol
-XN1
-XP1
-XQ1
-XR1
-XR2
-XR3
-XS1
-XT1
-XU1
Note1) Due to the different materials used, changing only the seal may prove inadequate.
Barrel Perfluoro
R
is a registered trademark of Matsumura Oil Co.,Ltd.
Kalrez
R
is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company or
its affiliates.
Chemraz
R
is a registered trademark of Greene, Tweed Technologies,Inc.
ULTIC ARMOR
R
is a registered trademark of Nippon Valqia Industries, Ltd.
Caution
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3. Specifications
3-1. Valve specifications
3-2. Heater specifications
Item XLH-25 XLH-40 XLH-50
Rated voltage of the heater 90 to 240 ACV
S
y
m
b
o
l
H4
Heater assembly number - XLA25-60S-1 XLA25-60S-1
No. of heater assemblies - 1 pc. 1 pc.
Initial power /
Power
consumption (W)
100 VAC - 200/40 200/50
200 VAC - 800/40 800/50
H5
Heater assembly number XLA25-60S-1 XLA25-60S-2 XLA25-60S-2
No. of heater assemblies 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc.
Initial power /
Power
consumption (W)
100 VAC 200/40 400/70 400/80
200 VAC 800/40 1600/80 1600/80
Note 1) Initial power and power consumption are nominal values.
Note 2) Heaters are not available for size 16.
The heaters are PTC thermistor type design.
These thermistors self regulate their temperature
by switching the resistance at certain critical
temperatures, so a separate temperature
controller is unnecessary.
If the temperature of the PTC heaters fitted exceeds
200oC, then it may fail. The maximum operating
temperature for the valve is 150oC. If the heater
temperature is over 200oC or valve temperature is
over 150oC, please use thermostat to control the
Model
XLH-16
XLH-25
XLH-40
XLH-50
Flange (valve) size
16
25
40
50
Valve type
Manual type
Fluid
Vacuum of inert gas
Operating temperature oC
5 to 150
Operating pressure Pa
Atmospheric pressure to 1 x 10-6
Conductance l/s Note 1)
5
14
45
80
Leakage
Pa･m3/s
Internal
1.3 x 10-10 for the standard material (FKM)
at ambient temperatures , excluding gas permeation
External
1.3 x 10-11 for the standard material (FKM)
at ambient temperatures , excluding gas permeation
Flange type
KF (NW)
Main material
Body: aluminum alloy, Bellows: SUS316L, Main part: SUS304 and FKM
(standard sealing material)
Surface treatment for
body
Outside: hard anodized Inside: basis material
Pilot torque N
･
m
0.1 <
0.15 <
0.35 <
0.5 <
Handle revolutions
5
7
10
13
Weight kg
0.23
0.41
1.05
1.62
Note1) The conductance is “molecular flow” measured with an elbow pipe which has the same
dimension with each flange.
0 5 10 15 20 25 30
時間 (秒）
電流
Time (sec.)
Duration of the inrush current flow (as a guide)
200V
100V
Current
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heaters to prevent overheating.
With PTC type heaters, there is an initial surge of current (inrush current) after the power is supplied.
These inrush current will reduce overtime. If multiple heater assemblies are used, the inrush current to
the heaters will be magnified and care should be taken. When multiple heater assemblies or valves
are used, do not apply power to the heater assemblies simultaneously. Keep approximately 30
seconds between applications of power to each heater assembly. This will allow for incremental
spacing to prevent harmful large initial surge.
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4. Construction and Outer dimensions
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
Indicator
Bellows holder
(Material: SUS304)
Bellows
(Material: SUS316L)
Valve
(Material: SUS304)
Body
(Material: A6063)
Heater(option)
Handle Ass'y(Maintenance part)
(Including ②,⑤,⑥,⑦)
Exterior seal
(Maintenance part)
Valve seal
(Maintenance part)
A
A
B
φG
φH
C
C
D
E
E
φF
Model
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
Ｅ
Ｆ
Ｇ
H
XLH-16
40
100.5
38
1
-
30
17
35
XLH-25
50
114
48
1
12
40
26
41
XLH-40
65
162.5
66
2
11
55
41
57
XLH-50
70
179.5
79
2
11
75
52
70
Unit: mm
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5. Period and scope of warranty
The warrantyd period covers the period which finishes the earliest among 0.1 million
operating cycles [with our durability test conditions], 18 months after shipping from us, and 12
months after starting the use of the product at your place or your customer’s place.
If the valve has been used outside of the specifications, or if a failure occurs as a result of
mounting onto a machine or replacement of an assembly, O-ring etc. by the user, the warranty
cannot be applied.
Notes)The endurance will depend on the operating conditions (such as if the flow rate is large).
For any failure reported within the warranty period which is clearly our responsibility, the
whole valve will be replaced. This warranty does not apply to any damage incurred due to the
failure of the valve.
Result of endurance test
(Using the circuit shown on the right)
The valve was opened and closed in an internal
vacuum state at nominal (room) temperature and
checked for internal and external leakage and proper
operation.
We confirmed that the product satisfies the
product specifications of 0.1 million cycles.
The test was performed with FKM, the standard
sealant material.
<Reference>
The pumping direction is not limited, but if the
pumping creates a flow stream, the durability of the
product could be impaired.
Therefore, the pumping direction shown on the
right figure (bellows side pumping) is recommended.
Also, the operating conditions should be checked
prior to use, as this affects the life of the product.
Vacuum pump
Bellows side
Valve side
Chamber
Recommended direction of exhaust
M
Blankflange
Tested product orientation:Sideways
1～10Pa
Endurance test condition
Vacuum pump
Motordrive
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6. Parts Replacement Procedure
6-1. Precautions
Be sure to follow [1. Precautions 1] when disassembling the product for maintenance. Along
with the precautions above, comply with the following precautions too.
Warning
•If it is expected that product materials may get stuck to the product, ensure safety is
assured before handling. It is recommended to wear gloves and a mask.
•Pay attention to the handling of components according to the procedure in the next item
onwards. Do not apply excessive force or impact. This will not only damage the product
but also decrease its performance and life expectancy.
•It is not possible to disassemble the handle assembly of this product. If the components
and assembly are damaged, or damage is expected, exchange the handle assembly
itself.
•Do not disassemble the parts that are not explained in this operation manual. The
performance and life may decrease. Also, it may cause danger.
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6-2. Disassembly procedure
Step 1 Step 2
The heater is removed by loosening Bolt a.
Bolt a is behind the Cover. Remove the Cover
using a watchmaker's screwdriver.
Loosen the Bolt b gradually with the valve
opened a little in numerical order.
Remove the O-ring from the groove for
discharging gas using a plastic tool to prevent
scratch the O-ring groove. (Take care not to
scratch the O-ring groove. )
Step 3
Remove the outer seal O-ring from the Body
(Take care to prevent the mounting surface of O-ring from being damaged )
O-ring
Handle
assembly
Bolt b
Bolt a
Heater
Cover
Body
1
2
3
4
Bottom surface
of groove to
discharge gas
O-ring
Installation surface of the O-ring
Body
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6-3.Assembly Procedure
Step 1 Step 2
Assemble parts eliminating any dust or debris.
Wipe off dust with a Clean cloth soaked with
Ethanol. Blow parts with clean air if necessary.
(Ensure there is no fibers or dust. )
Eliminate any dust within O-ring groove of the
Valve.
Step 3 Step 4
Wipe off any dust on the valve seal O-ring
surface. Place the O-ring on the O-ring groove.
Press the O-
ring into the groove in numerical
order (press diagonally) to fit the O-ring into the
groove. Take care not to twist the O-ring.
(Use dust-free gloves.)
Wipe off any dust from the external O-ring seal
and the mounting surface of the Body.
Place the O-ring on the O-ring mounting
surface.
Ethanol
Clean cloth
O-ring groove
Valve
O-ring
O-ring
Installation surface
of the O-ring
Body
3
4
2 1
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Step 5
Wipe off any dust from the valve seal O-ring and the Bellows holder surface.
Step 6
Tighten Bolt b in numerical order to assemble the Body and the Handle assembly with the valve
opened a little in numerical order.
When tightening Bolt b, tighten manually until the O-ring is compressed, then perform extra
tightening in diagonal order. For models with heater, tighten Bolt a to mount the Heater to the
Body. Insert the Cover.
O-ring
Bellows holder
Tightening torque of bolt b
N･m
Valve
size
Tightening
torque
XLH-16
0.7
-25
1.5
-40
2.5
-50
6
Tightening torque of bolt a
N･m
Valve
size
Tightening
torque
All sizes
0.3
Handle
assembly
Bolt b
Bolt a
Heater
Cover
Body
1
2
3
4
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