Tormach 1300PL User manual

Original Instructions
OPERATOR'S MANUAL Version 0820B

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ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
This document contains important safety warnings and
operating instructions for your machine. Before operating this
machine in any way, you and all other operators must read and
understand all instructions. If you don't, there's a risk of voided
warranty, property damage, serious injury, or death.
Keep these instructions with your machine so that they're
readily accessible.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This document is intended to provide sufficient information to
allow you to install, configure, and use your machine. It
assumes that you have appropriate experience and/or access
to training for any computer-aided design or manufacturing
software for use with the machine.
GETTING HELP
We provide no-cost technical support through multiple
channels. The quickest way to get the answers you need is
normally in this order:
1. Read this document.
2. Read related documents at tormach.com/support.
3. If you still need answers, gather the following
information so that we may help you as quickly as
possible:
lYour phone number, address, and company name (if
applicable).
lMachine model and serial number, which are located
next to the Main Disconnect switch.
lThe version of PathPilot that you’re running.
lAny accessories that you have for your machine.
lA clear and concise description of the issue.
lAny supporting media and information that you can
share with us. For example, you could:
oAnalyze what might have changed since the
machine last worked correctly.
oRecord a short video.
oTake a picture of a part.
oFor software, share log data .zip files, screen
captures, or program files.
For information, see "Share LogData .zip Files"
(below).
oFrom the PathPilot interface, on the Status tab,
record any available information.
oUse a digital multimeter for voltage readings.
4. Once you've gathered the information in Step 3, contact
us in the following ways:
a. Email: [e-mail]
b. Phone: [phone] (Monday through Friday, 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. U.S. Central Standard Time)
SHARE LOGDATA .ZIP FILES
The controller keeps log data on how the machine has been
working, which you can export as a .zip file. This information
helps us troubleshoot software situations much faster.
To share log data .zip files:
1. Put a USB drive into the PathPilot controller.
2. From the PathPilot controller, on the Status tab, select
Log Data.
PathPilot creates a file called logdata_[TODAY'S-
DATE].zip, and saves it on your USB drive.
3. Remove the USB drive from the controller. Email
[e-mail] to contact Tormach Technical
Support for guidance on how to proceed.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For additional technical information and support videos, see
tormach.com/support.
LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
We've made every effort to provide comprehensive and
accurate information, but no warranty or fitness is claimed or
implied. All information provided is on an as is basis. The
authors, publisher, and Tormach, Inc. ("we", "us", and so on)
shall not have any liability for, or responsibility to, any person
or entity for any reason for any loss or damage arising from
the information contained in this document.
This document provides guidance on safety precautions and
techniques, but because the specifics of any one workshop or
other local conditions can vary greatly, we accept no
responsibility for machine performance or any damage or
injury caused by its use. It's your responsibility to verify that
you fully understand the implications of what you're doing and
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comply with any legislation and codes of practice applicable to
your city, state, or nation.
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SAFETY 11
1.1 Intended Use 12
1.2 Machine Standards 12
1.2.1 American National Safety Institute (ANSI) 12
1.2.2 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 12
1.3 Safety Overview 12
1.3.1 Safety Messages 12
Personal Injury 12
Property Damage 13
1.3.2 Safety Decals 13
On the Electrical Cabinet Door 13
On the Front of the Bed 13
On the Gantry and the Plasma Head 14
1.3.3 Information Decals 14
Serial Number Plate 14
1.4 Machine Safety 14
1.4.1 General Shop Safety 14
1.4.2 Operational Safety 15
General 15
Workholding 16
1.4.3 Electrical Safety 16
ABOUT YOUR MACHINE 17
2.1 Performance Expectations Reference 18
2.1.1 Cutting Performance Reference 18
2.1.2 Torch Height Control Reference 18
2.1.3 Resolution and Accuracy Reference 18
2.2 Specifications Reference 19
2.2.1 Machine Specifications 19
SITE REQUIREMENTS 21
3.1 General Site and Space Requirements 22
3.1.1 Site Requirements 22
3.1.2 Space Requirements 22
3.2 Electrical and Power Requirements 22
3.2.1 Electrical Requirements 22
3.2.2 Power Requirements 22
3.2.3 Plasma Source Power Requirements 22
3.2.4 Options for Non-Conforming Sites 23
3.3 Air Requirements 23

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3.4 Plasma Source Requirements 23
INSTALLATION 25
4.1 Before You Begin 26
4.1.1 Installation Tools and Items 26
4.2 Move the Pallet 26
4.3 Unpack the Machine Crate 26
4.3.1 Open the Crate 27
4.3.2 Unpack the Machine 27
4.4 Remove Frame from Crate 27
4.4.1 Lifting Frame 27
4.4.2 Installing Legs and Righting Machine 29
4.5 Level the Machine Frame and Water Table 29
4.5.1 Level the Machine Frame 30
4.5.2 Level the Water Table 30
4.6 Install Side Panels and Cable Carriers 31
4.7 Attach the Cable Guard 32
4.8 Install Plasma Torch and Lead 33
4.9 Make Electrical Connections 34
4.10 Install Machine Arm and Connect Controller 34
4.11 Fill Water Table 36
4.12 Verify the Installation 36
4.12.1 Check Machine Breakers 36
4.12.2 Power On the Machine 36
4.12.3 Power Off the Machine 38
4.12.4 Verify Axes Function 38
4.12.5 Testing Plasma Source Control 39
4.12.6 Testing Ohmic Probing 40
4.12.7 Testing Torch Breakaway 40
4.13 Calibrate Initial Height Sensing 40
4.13.1 Set Ohmic Probing Sensitivity 40
4.13.2 Set Physical Touch Switch Trigger Depth 41
4.14 Set Up the PathPilot Controller 41
4.14.1 Specify the Date and Time 41
4.14.2 Specify the Keyboard Language 41
4.14.3 Configure the Optional Touch Screen Kit 42
SYSTEM BASICS 43
5.1 System Reference 44
5.1.1 Water Table 44
5.1.2 Z Torch Head 44
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Ohmic Touchoff 44
Physical Touch Switch 44
5.2 Basic Controls Reference 45
5.2.1 Machine Controls 45
5.2.2 PathPilot Interface 45
5.3 Connectors Reference 45
5.4 Plasma Source Control 47
5.5 Plasma Settings Reference 48
5.5.1 Touch Switch Trigger Depth 48
5.5.2 Minimum Touchoff Spacing 48
5.5.3 Enable Ohmic Touchoff 49
5.5.4 Enable THC 49
5.5.5 Enable Arc-Ok Checking 49
BASIC OPERATIONS 51
6.1 Selecting a Method for Initial Height Sensing (IHS) 52
6.2 Making Your First Cuts 52
6.2.1 Test G-Code 52
6.2.2 Code Breakdown 52
6.2.3 Running the Test Program 53
6.3 Use the AutoFS Material Picker 53
6.3.1 Writing G-Code with AutoFS 53
6.3.2 Using AutoFS 54
6.3.3 Creating new AutoFS Presets 54
PROGRAMMING 55
7.1 Plasma Specific G-Codes 56
7.2 Plasma Specific M-Codes 56
MACHINE MAINTENANCE 59
8.1 Maintenance Safety 60
8.1.1 All Maintenance Procedures 60
8.1.2 Swarf Maintenance Procedures 60
8.2 Maintenance Schedules 60
8.2.1 Daily 60
8.2.2 Weekly 60
8.2.3 Monthly 60
8.2.4 Semi-Annually 60
8.2.5 As Needed 60
8.3 Adjust Belt Tension 60
8.4 Adjust Rack and Pinion Preload 61

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8.4.1 Y-Axis 61
8.4.2 X-Axis 62
TROUBLESHOOTING 63
9.1 Ohmic Probing 64
9.1.1 Ohmic Probe Does Not Trigger. 64
9.1.2 Ohmic Probe Triggers Early or Between Cuts. 66
9.2 Touch Off 67
9.2.1 The Torch Pierces Too High 67
9.2.2 The Torch Bends the Workpiece During Touch-off 67
9.3 Voltage Feedback 68
9.3.1 No Voltage Reading in PathPilot 68
9.4 Torch Height Control 69
9.4.1 Torch Cuts Too High 69
9.4.2 Torch Drags on the Material When Cutting 70
9.5 Servo Drives 71
9.5.1 Servos Fault on Fast Direction Changes 71
DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS 73
10.1 Base Machine Exploded View 74
10.2 Base Machine Parts List 75
10.3 Frame Assembly Exploded View 76
10.4 Frame Assembly Parts List 77
10.5 Water Table Exploded View 79
10.6 Water Table Assembly Parts List 80
10.7 Y-Axis Gantry Assembly Exploded View 81
10.8 Y-Axis Gantry Assembly Parts List 82
10.9 X-Axis Carriage Assembly Exploded View 85
10.10 X-Axis Carriage Assembly Parts List 86
10.11 Z-Axis Lifter Assembly Exploded View 88
10.12 Z-Axis Lifter Assembly Parts List 89
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS 91
11.1 230 Vac Power 92
11.2 24 Vdc Controls 93
11.3 Axis Drive Control 94
11.4 A Axis Driver 95
11.5 Plasma Source Control 96
11.6 Machine Control Board 97
11.7 Torch Limit and Breakaway Switches 98
11.8 Accessory and Auxiliary Power 99
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11.9 Grounds 100

SAFETY
IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN:
About the standards and safety precautions associated with this machine.
Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and understand this section.
Safe operation of the machine depends on its proper use and the precautions you take. Only trained personnel
— with a clear and thorough understanding of its operation and safety requirements — shall operate this
machine.
CONTENTS
1.1 Intended Use 12
1.2 Machine Standards 12
1.3 Safety Overview 12
1.4 Machine Safety 14

1.1 INTENDED USE
This machine is intended for general-purpose, computer
numerical control (CNC) machining in the following
applications:
lEducational environments
lHobby applications
lLight production
lPrototyping
lResearch and development
lSecondary operations
The intended use includes:
lAppropriate workholding, toolholding, tooling, systems,
and machining parameters.
lPlasma cutting and engraving of ferrous and non-ferrous
metals.
The intended use does not include machining materials that:
lAre abrasive, carcinogenic, explosive, flammable,
radioactive, or toxic
lProduce aerosols or fine particulates when machined
The intended use does not include the following materials (not
a full list):
lBeryllium and its alloys
lCeramics
lFiberglass
lG10 fiberglass laminate
lGraphite
lMagnesium and its alloys
To safely operate products, you must obey all safety
precautions and warnings that are on the machines and in the
documentation.
1.2 MACHINE STANDARDS
When installed and operated as intended (see "Intended Use"
(above)), this machine complies with the following standards.
You must follow the requirements listed in the standards so
that the machine remains compliant.
1.2.1 American National Safety Institute (ANSI)
lANSI B11.TR3-2000 Risk Assessment and Risk
Reduction — A Guideline to Estimate, Evaluate, and
Reduce Risks Associated with Machine Tools
lANSI Z49.1:2005 Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied
Processes
1.2.2 Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA)
lOSHA 1910.212 General Requirements for All
Machines
1.3 SAFETY OVERVIEW
Any machine tool is potentially dangerous. A CNC machine's
automation presents added risk not present in a manual
machine.
Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and
understand this section.
lRead and understand all safety messages used in this
document.
lLocate and understand all safety decals on the machine.
lLocate and become familiar with all information decals
on the machine.
1.3.1 Safety Messages
The following examples show the standard safety message
types used to draw your attention to important information.
The standards distinguish between personal injury safety
messages and property damage warning messages.
Personal Injury
Personal injury safety messages have safety alert symbols and
the following hazard level labels:
DANGER! Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING! Indicates a hazard with a medium level
of risk which, if not avoided, can result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION! Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk
which, if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate
injury.
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Property Damage
NOTICE! Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, can
cause property damage.
1.3.2 Safety Decals
Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and
understand all installed safety decals on the machine and
equipment. Do not remove any safety decals. If any safety
decals become worn or damaged, contact Tormach Technical
Support for guidance on receiving replacement decals.
The following types of safety symbols are on the decals:
lWarning This symbol indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, can result in personal injury or property
damage.
lProhibition This symbol indicates an action that
shall not be taken or that shall be stopped.
lMandatory Action This symbol indicates an action
that you must take to avoid a hazard.
On the Electrical Cabinet Door
Figure 1-1: Example of a safety decal on the electrical
cabinet door.
1. WARNING! Electrocution Hazard. Points in the electrical
cabinet contain high voltages, which can electrocute or
shock you, causing death or serious injury. Even after the
machine is powered off, electronic devices in the
electrical cabinet can retain dangerous electrical
voltages. Use caution when servicing the machine inside
the electrical cabinet.
2. Lockout/Tagout. Before servicing the machine, you must
power off the machine and use an approved
lockout/tagout device to secure the Main Disconnect
switch in the OFF position. Points in the electrical
cabinet contain high voltages, which can electrocute or
shock you, causing death or serious injury.
On the Front of the Bed
Figure 1-2: Example of a safety decal on the front of the
bed.
1. WARNING!Arc Flash Hazard. The plasma arc process
produces very bright ultraviolet and infrared rays, which
can injure your eyes and burn your skin. Always wear
appropriate personal protective equipment to avoid
damage to your eyes and skin.
2. Don't Operate with an Active Implanted Cardiac Device.
If you wear an implanted cardiac device, you must
consult with your doctor before operating this machine.
The machine-generated electromagnetic fields could
either interfere with or damage an implanted cardiac
device.
3. WARNING! Fire Hazard. The machine is not designed to
contain fire or explosions. Only use materials and
coolants that are intended for the specific machining
operation. Never use flammable or explosive items.
Before operating the machine in any way, you must read
all Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for any workpiece
materials, coatings, coolants, lubricants, and other
consumables used.
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4. WARNING! Inhalation Hazard. The machine does not
protect you from airborne particulates. Chips, dust, and
vapors from certain materials can be toxic or otherwise
harmful. Before operating the machine in any way, you
must read all Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for any
workpiece materials, coatings, coolants, lubricants, and
other consumables used.
5. Personal Protective Equipment:Eyes. Prevent injury by
always wearing protective safety eyewear. Before
operating this machine in any way, you must verify that
your eyewear is impact-resistant and rated for
ANSI787+.
6. Operator Knowledge. Before operating this machine in
any way, you and all other operators must read and
understand all instructions. If you don't, there's a risk of
voided warranty, property damage, serious injury, or
death.
On the Gantry and the Plasma Head
Figure 1-3: Example of safety decals on the plasma head.
WARNING! Crush Hazard. Moving parts can entangle,
pinch, or cut you, causing death or serious injury. Before
operating this machine in any way, you must verify that
all body parts, long hair, and clothes are clear of the
machine's extent of motion.
1.3.3 Information Decals
Before operating the machine in any way, you must locate and
become familiar with all installed information decals on the
machine and equipment.
Serial Number Plate
The serial number plate is on the side of the electrical cabinet,
near the Main Disconnect switch.
Figure 1-4: Example of the serial number plate on the side
of the electrical cabinet.
1.4 MACHINE SAFETY
Before operating the machine in any way, you must
read and understand this section.
Safe operation of the machine depends on its proper use and
the precautions you take. Only trained personnel — with a
clear and thorough understanding of its operation and safety
requirements — shall operate this machine.
1.4.1 General Shop Safety 14
1.4.2 Operational Safety 15
1.4.3 Electrical Safety 16
1.4.1 General Shop Safety
Verify that only qualified machinery maintenance
professionals install, set up, or perform maintenance on
this machine.
Keep the work area well-lit. Use additional lighting if
needed. The work area should be illuminated to a
minimum of 500 lx.
Keep the work area temperature- and humidity-controlled.
Remove loose-fitting clothing, neckties, gloves, and
jewelry.
Tie up long hair and secure it under a hat.
Wear safety eye protection rated for ANSI Z87+.
Wear safety eye protection with a shade number of 6 or
greater when the torch is operating.
Wear closed-toed safety shoes.
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Wear ear protection when you expect the machine or the
machining processes to exceed safe exposure limits.
Wear suitable work gloves when loading or unloading
workpieces or stock that may be sharp or hot.
Wear respiratory protection appropriate for the material
being cut.
Use welding blankets and screens to protect people and
equipment outside of the machine's work area.
Keep a clearly labeled fire extinguisher close by the
machine's work area. The fire extinguisher should be rated
for solid, combustible liquid, and electrical fires (NFPA
Type ABC). The fire extinguisher should be inspected on a
periodic basis as recommended by the manufacturer.
Remain near the machine after use for at least one half
hour to detect and extinguish any possible smoldering
fires.
Keep the work area clean and free of clutter. Machine
motion can occur if controls are accidentally activated.
Immediately clean up spills after they occur.
Never operate the machine after consuming alcohol or
taking medication that could prevent you from safely
operating the machine.
Never operate the machine while tired or otherwise
impaired.
Never operate the machine in an explosive (ATEX)
atmosphere. Such explosive atmospheres include
explosive gases, vapors, mists, powders, and dusts.
Never wear synthetic or synthetic-blend fabrics while
operating the machine. Synthetic and synthetic-blend
fabrics can melt causing severe injury. Only wear natural
fiber fabrics.
Keep flammable materials out of the machine's work
area. Ensure that the walls, ceilings, and work surfaces of
the workshop are suitably protected from sparks and hot
materials.
1.4.2 Operational Safety
General
Understand that the machine is automatically controlled
and can start at any time.
Become familiar with all physical and software controls.
Always use a chip scraper or brush when clearing away
chips, oil, or coolant.
Examine all tools, fixtures, workpieces, and guarding for
signs of damage. Replace any damaged components as
soon as you find them.
Guards may not stop all types of projectiles, like broken or
loose workpieces.
Stop the machine and verify that all machine motion has
completely stopped before doing any of the following:
Adjusting a part, fixture, or coolant nozzle.
Changing or parts.
Clearing away chips, oil, or coolant.
Reaching into any part of the machine's motion
envelope.
Removing protective shields or safeguards.
Taking measurements.
Doing any other action inside the machine's motion
envelope.
Use flood or MQL (mist) coolant as required by the
machining operation.
Only use coolants designed for metal working applications
such as soluble oils, semi-synthetic, or synthetic coolants.
Read the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all workpiece
materials, coatings, coolants (flood or MQL), lubricants,
and other consumables. Chips, dust, and vapors from
certain materials can be toxic or otherwise harmful.
Dispose of scrap and swarf according to local regulations
and guidelines.
Thoroughly read all safety precautions and instructions.
When machining an unproven program, use feed, speed,
and maximum velocity overrides, Distance-to-Go (DTG)
displays, single block, feed hold, and other control
features.
Never reach around a guard.
Never allow the machine to run unattended.
Never obstruct the Emergency Stop button or any other
controls.
Never allow untrained operators to install, operate, or
maintain the machine.
Never modify, defeat, or bypass safety devices or
interlocks.
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Never machine abrasive, carcinogenic, explosive,
flammable, radioactive, or toxic materials. Such materials
include, but are not limited to:
Beryllium and its alloys
Ceramic
Fiberglass
G10 fiberglass laminate
Graphite
Lead and its alloys
Magnesium and its alloys
Never allow swarf to accumulate on or within the
machine.
Never use flammable liquids (like alcohol, diesel fuel, or
kerosene) in the machine’s coolant system.
Never use water, coolants without rust inhibitors, or
straight cutting oil in the machine’s coolant system.
Workholding
Secure workpieces with appropriate workholding devices.
Verify that the workpiece is adequately secured.
Monitor cutting operations for "tip-ups" or warped
workpieces that could collide with the machine.
Remove cutoff workpieces and other large chips before
starting the machine.
Never leave tools, stock, or other loose items inside the
machine.
1.4.3 Electrical Safety
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard: You must power
off the machine before making any electrical
connections. If you don't, there's a risk of
electrocution or shock.
Power off the machine before servicing.
Understand that certain electrical components can retain
dangerous electrical voltages, even after the machine is
powered off and all power is removed from the system.
Understand that certain installation, maintenance, and
troubleshooting procedures — for the machine and certain
accessories — require access to or modification of wiring
inside of the electrical cabinet. Only qualified electrical
machinery technicians shall perform these procedures.
Confirm that the mains voltage conforms to requirements
before connecting the machine.
For more information, see "Electrical and Power
Requirements" (page22).
Confirm that the machine installation meets all codes and
regulations of your locality.
Confirm that electrical connections are performed by a
certified electrician.
Lock the electrical cabinet door and remove the keys when
the machine is not being serviced to prevent unqualified or
unauthorized personnel from accessing the electrical
cabinet.
Never operate the machine with the electrical cabinet
door open.
Never reach into the electrical cabinet with the machine
powered on.
Never modify the machine's electronics.
Never drill into the electrical cabinet.
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ABOUT YOUR MACHINE
IN THIS SECTION, YOU'LL LEARN:
About this machine's specifications.
CONTENTS
2.1 Performance Expectations Reference 18
2.2 Specifications Reference 19

2.1 PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS REFERENCE
2.1.1 Cutting Performance Reference
This machine is capable of cutting any metal that can be cut
with a plasma torch at or near the recommended feeds and
speeds. Verify that the programmed cuts do not exceed the
maximum feed rate in X and Y.
lMaximum Feed Rate1000 IPM (25.4 m/min)
2.1.2 Torch Height Control Reference
Success using torch height control depends largely on the
voltage setting selected at run time, and its relation to cutting
feed rate. Make sure that your material is flat enough that
vertical movement of the torch would not exceed the
maximum Z Torch Lifter feed rate.
lMaximum Vertical Feed Rate120 IPM (3.0 m/min)
Tip! For a cut programmed at 140 IPM where the
material rises 1" vertically over a 10" cut, the
required vertical feed rate would be (1/10) * 140 = 14
IPM.
2.1.3 Resolution and Accuracy Reference
Accuracy is heavily influenced by the techniques that the
machinist uses. A skilled machinist can deliver accuracy that
exceeds the specified accuracy from the manufacturer; an
inexperienced machinist may have difficulty delivering the
specified accuracy. We can't predict operator accuracy, but the
specified accuracy is an important reference point.
The accuracy and overall quality of plasma-cut parts depends
on plasma torch settings, air supply quality, workpiece
material properties, toolpath parameters, and other dynamic
factors. As such, the following accuracy specifications are for
the machine's motion control system only.
lResolution0.0005" (.0127 mm)
Note: The resolution of motion is the minimum
discrete positional move.
lRepeatability±0.001" (±0.0254 mm)
lPositional Accuracy ≤0.005 in./ft (130 micron / 300
mm)
Note: Positional accuracy takes into account
items like backlash in the drive system and
total composite error of the gear rack.
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2.2 SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCE
2.2.1 Machine Specifications
Travels
X-Axis 50" (1270 mm)
Y-Axis 51.5" (1308 mm)
Z-Axis 3.9" (100 mm)
Maximum Feed Rate
X- and Y-Axis 1000 IPM (25.4 m/min)
Z-Axis 120 IPM (3.0 m/min)
Power
Primary Power Required Single-Phase 230 Vac, 50/60 Hz
Recommended Circuit Amperage 20 A breaker
Table Specifications
Table Size 51.2" x 51.2" (1300 mm x 1300 mm)
Table Type Water Table
Weight Capacity (Excluding Water) 750 lb (340 kg)
Water Capacity 59 US gallons (223 liters)
Machine Specifications
GantryClearance 7.0" (177 mm)
Machine Footprint 78" x 70" (1.95m m x 1.7 m)
Overall System Height 55" (1.4 m)
Typical System Weight 1232 lb (559 kg)
Linear Motion Components
X and Y Axis Motor Servo Driven
Z Axis Motor NEMA 23 Stepper
Guideways Precision Linear Guideway
Power Transmission Planetary Gear (X Axis)
5mm HTD Belt (Y Axis)
Machine Construction

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Water Table Welded Steel
Machine Base Welded Steel
Gantry Bridge Aluminum
Gantry Supports Steel
Controller
Control System PathPilot (v2.4.x or newer)
Resolution and Accuracy
Resolution 0.0005" (.0127 mm)
Repeatability ±0.001" (±0.0254 mm)
Positional Accuracy ≤0.005 in./ft (130 micron / 300 mm)