300S READOUTS REFERENCE MANUAL
00S Key Layout 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Display Area Soft keys Power Indicator light Arrow Keys: Use the UP/DOWN keys to adjust the screen contrast. Axis Keys Numeric Keypad ENTER key CLEAR key 61 1 51 71 81 3 21 41 300S Soft keys There are multiple pages of soft key functions to select from the operating modes. Use the LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys [4] to cursor through each page. The page indicator in the Status Bar will show the page orientation. The darkened page indicates the page you are currently on.
Soft Key function (Page 2a) Soft key Press to select the Circle Pattern, Linear Pattern, Incline Mill, or Arc Mill table (page 38). This soft key toggles between radius and diameter displays. This function is for Turning applications only (page 56). Soft Key function (Page 2b) Soft key Opens the Job Setup menu and provides access to the Installation Setup soft key (page 13). Press when ready to identify a reference mark (page 10).
Readout Parameter Access Code Readout Parameter Access Code An access code must be entered before machine-related installation parameters can be set or changed. This prevents inadvertent adjustments to the installation setup parameters. IMPORTANT! The access code is 8891. Access to Machine Parameter Operations Refer to the Setup section also. Begin by pressing the SETUP soft key. Press the soft key INSTALLATION SETUP. Press the access code numbers 8891 using the numeric key pad.
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Introduction Introduction Software Version The software version is shown on the initial power up screen. This User's Manual covers the functions of the 300S for both milling, and turning applications. Operational information is arranged in three sections: General Operations, Mill Specific Operations, and Turn Specific Operations. 300S DRO axis availability. The 300S Color DRO is available in two, three, and four axis form.
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Table of Contents 300S Key Layout ........................................................................................................i 300S Soft keys...........................................................................................................i Readout Parameter Access Code Access to Machine Parameter Operations .............................................................. iii Introduction Software Version .................................................................................
Job Setup Parameters ........................................................................................... 13 Units ................................................................................................................. 13 Scale Factor ...................................................................................................... 13 Mirror ................................................................................................................
Incline, and Arc Milling Table Entry................................................................... 46 Arc Milling ......................................................................................................... 47 Incline, and Arc Mill Execution.......................................................................... 48 Z/W Coupling ......................................................................................................... 50 Enabling Z/W Coupling................................
Starting a Non-Linear Error Compensation Table ..................................................... 84 Configuring the Compensation Table ............................................................... 85 Automatic Non Linear error compensation ....................................................... 85 Backlash Compensation ........................................................................................ 87 Counter Settings............................................................................
Operating Instructions 300S 1
I - 1 Fundamentals of Positioning I - 1 Fundamentals of Positioning Datums The workpiece drawing identifies a certain point on the workpiece (example: “a corner”) as the absolute datum, and perhaps one, or more other points as relative datums. The datum setting procedure establishes these points as the origin of the absolute, or relative coordinate systems. The workpiece, which is aligned with the machine axes, is moved to a certain position relative to the tool.
I - 1 Fundamentals of Positioning Absolute Workpiece Positions Each position on the workpiece is uniquely identified by its absolute coordinates. Example: Absolute coordinates of position 1: X = 20 mm Y = 10 mm Z = 15 mm If you are drilling, or milling a workpiece according to a workpiece drawing with absolute coordinates, the tool is moving to the value of the coordinates. Incremental workpiece positions A position can also be referenced to the preceding nominal position.
I - 1 Fundamentals of Positioning Zero Angle Reference Axis The Zero Angle Reference Axis is the 0.0° position. It is defined as one of the two axes in the plane of rotation. The following table defines the Zero Angle where the position of the angle is zero for the three possible planes of rotation.
I - 1 Fundamentals of Positioning Encoder Reference Marks Encoders normally contain one or more reference marks which the 300S Reference Mark Evaluation feature uses to re-establish datum positions after a power interruption. There are two main options available for reference marks; fixed and distance-coded.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S I - 2 General Operations for 300S Screen Layout 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Datum Tool Feed Rate Job Clock Unit of Measure Operating Modes Page Indicator Set/Zero Axis Labels Ref Symbol Soft key Labels Display Area Near Zero Warning (In Distance-To-Go mode only) 2 4 3 5 6 1 7 8 10 12 9 13 11 The ACU-RITE 300S color readout provides application-specific features that allows you to obtain the most productivity from your manual machine tools.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S General Navigation Use key pad to enter numeric values within each field. The ENTER key will confirm the entry within a field, and return to the previous screen. Press the C key to clear entries, and error messages, or return back to the previous screen. SOFT KEY labels show the various milling, or turning functions. These functions are selected by pressing the corresponding soft key directly below each soft key label.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Help Screen The integrated operating instructions provide information and assistance in any situation. To call the operating instructions: 8 8 8 Press the HELP soft key. Information relevant to the current operation will be displayed. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys if the explanation is spread over more than one screen page. To view information on another topic: 8 8 8 Press the LIST OF TOPICS soft key. Press the UP/DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the index.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Data Input Forms Information required for various operational functions and setup parameters are entered through a data input form. These forms will appear after selecting features that require any additional information. Each form provides specific fields for entering the required information. Changes must be confirmed by pressing the ENTER key for them to become effective.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Power Up Switch on the power (located on the back). The initial screen will appear. This screen will only appear the very first time the unit is powered up. The following steps may have already been completed by the installer. Select the proper language by pressing the LANGUAGE soft key. Choose your application of either MILL or TURN. The APPLIC. [MILL/TURN] soft key toggles between these two settings. Next, select the number of axes required.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S The 300S can still cross over reference marks at a later time. Such as if it becomes necessary to define a datum that can be re-established after a power interruption. 8 Press the ENABLE REF soft key to activate the position recovery routine. Press the RIGHT / LEFT arrow key if the soft key is not shown on current screen.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Operating Modes The 300S has two operating modes: Distance-To-Go (INCREMENTAL), and Actual Value (ABSOLUTE). The Actual Value mode always displays the current actual position of the tool, relative to the active datum. In this mode, all moves are done by traveling until the display matches the nominal position that is required. The Distance-To-Go feature enables you to approach nominal positions by traversing to display value zero.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Job Setup Parameters 8 8 8 To view and change Job Setup parameters, first press the SETUP soft key. This is the screen that will now be on the DRO. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to highlight the parameters of interest. press the ENTER key. The Job Setup Data can be imported, or exported using the IMPORT/EXPORT soft key Exporting the current Job Setup: 8 8 8 Press the SETUP soft key. Press the IMPORT/EXPORT soft key. Press the EXPORT soft key.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Mirror A scale factor of -1.00 will produce a mirror image of the part. You can both mirror and scale a part at the same time. Edge Finder (milling applications only) The diameter, length offset and units of the edge finder are set in this form. Both values are in the units indicated in the form. Please see "Probing Functions for Datum Setting" on page 28 for details on using Edge Finder functions. The numeric keys are used to enter values of diameter and length.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Measured Value Output With the measured value output feature, probe measurement values can be sent over the serial port. Also output of the current display positions is activated via a command (Ctrl B), sent to the 300S over the serial port. The Measured Value Output form is used to set data output during probing operations. Data Output Probing (Milling Only), may be set to either On, or Off. When On, the measurement data is output when the probe operation is completed.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S 8 Press RESET to reset the elapsed time. Resetting will stop the clock if it is running. Pressing the Decimal key while in operating mode, will also stop and start the clock. Pressing the Zero key will reset the clock. Skew Compensation (Milling applications only) Skew compensation allows the user to drill holes on a workpiece without aligning the workpiece on the machine. Use this feature only for drilling holes.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Remote Switch The remote switch sets the parameters so the external switch (pendant, or foot switch) can be enabled to perform any or all of the following functions: Data Output; Zero, and Next Hole. Refer to Section II for information on connecting remote switches via Grounding Edge Finder input. Data Output - to send position information out of the serial port or to print the current position. Zero - to zero one or more axes.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S When two DRO views are configured, the DRO mode includes a VIEW soft key which is used to toggle between DRO 1 and DRO 2 views. The current view (1 or 2) is indicated on the soft key. To setup the DRO views, press SETUP, cursor to DRO view settings, and press ENTER. The configuration form will open. Press the axis key to turn that axis display on. If an axis key is pressed on an axis that is already on, it will turn off.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Console Adjustment The LCD’s brightness and contrast can be adjusted either by using the soft keys in this form, or by using the UP/DOWN arrow keys on the keypad in either operating mode. The settings of brightness, and contrast may need to be adjusted due to variations in ambient lighting, and operator preference. This form is also used to set the display saver’s idle time-out.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S Set/Zero Soft Key Details The SET/ZERO soft key is a key that determines the effect of pressing an Axis key. This key is a toggle key, switching the functionality between Set, and Zero. The current state is indicated in the Status Bar shown as “SET” in this view. When the state is Set, and the 300S is in Actual Value mode, selecting an Axis key opens the Datum form for the selected axis. If the 300S is in Distance-To-Go mode, a Preset form opens.
I - 2 General Operations for 300S RPM Calculator The RPM calculator is used to determine the RPM (or surface cutting speed) based on a specified tool (part, for turning applications) diameter. The values shown in this Figure are only an example. Consult your tool manufacturer’s manual to verify spindle speed ranges per tool. 8 8 8 8 Press CALC. Press the RPM soft key to open the RPM Calculator form. The RPM calculator requires a tool diameter. Use the numeric hard keys to enter a diameter value.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations I - 3 Milling Specific Operations This section discusses operations and soft key functions specific to milling applications only. Soft Key Functions Detailed Tool Soft Key This soft key opens the tool table and provides access to the Tool form for entering a tool’s parameters (a soft key is used on a one axis readout). The 300S can store up to 99 tools within the tool table.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Import/Export Tool Table information can be imported, or exported over the serial port. 8 8 8 8 IMPORT, and EXPORT soft keys are available in the Tool Table screen. Press IMPORT to download a Tool Table from a PC. Press EXPORT to upload the Tool Table to a PC. To exit, press the C key.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Tool Radius Compensation feature This allows you to enter workpiece dimensions directly from the drawing. R represents the tool radius, and examples of the R values are shown in this figure. The displayed distance to go is then automatically lengthened R+, or shortened R- by the value of the tool radius. For more information see "Presets" on page 33. The length offset may be entered as a known value or the 300S may determine the offset automatically.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Entering tool data 8 Choose TOOL soft key. 8 Cursor to the desired tool and press ENTER. The Tool Description form will appear. 8 Enter the tool diameter. 8 Enter the tool length or press TEACH LENGTH. 8 Enter the tool units (inch/mm). 8 Enter the tool type. 8 Spindle data is not required unless the Spindle Speed Control has been installed. If installed, then refer to the CSS I/O User’s Manual. 8 Press C to return to the tool table. Press C to exit.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Entering a tool: 8 8 8 8 8 8 Press the TOOL. soft key. The cursor will default to the Tool Table form. Cursor to the tool you want to define or enter the tool number. Press ENTER. Enter the tool diameter, for example (2). Press the DOWN ARROW key. Enter the tool length, for example, (20). Press the DOWN ARROW key. -ALTERNATIVE METHOD It is also possible to have 300S determine an offset. This method involves touching the tip of each tool to a common reference surface.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Only the tools set using the same reference surface may be changed without having to reset the datum. If the tool table already contains tools in which the length has been set, the reference surface should first be established using one of them. If not, you will not be able to switch between the new tools and the existing tools without having to re-establish the datum. Before adding the new tools, select one of the tools from the tool table.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Calling the Tool from the Tool Table Before you start machining, select the tool you are using from the tool table. 300S then takes into account the stored tool data when working with tool compensation. Tool call 8 8 8 To call a tool, press the TOOL soft key. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to cursor through the selection of tools (1-99). Highlight the tool you want. Verify the proper tool has been called, and press the TOOL, or C key to exit.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Example: Set centerline between two workpiece edges as datum 0 is offered as a default value for the coordinate. Enter the desired coordinate for the workpiece edge. For this example Y = 0.0, set the coordinate as a datum for this workpiece. 8 Press the ENTER hard key. The position of the centerline M is determined by probing the edges 1, and 2. The centerline is parallel to the Y axis. Desired coordinate of the centerline: X = 0.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations 8 8 8 Press the DATUM soft key. Press the DOWN arrow key to select the item you need. Press the PROBE soft key. Probe the 1st edge X 8 Move the edge finder toward workpiece edge 1 until the LEDs in the edge finder light up. Probe the 2nd edge in X 8 8 Move the edge finder toward workpiece edge 2 until the LEDs in the edge finder light up. The distance between the edges is displayed on the message box. Retract the edge finder from the workpiece.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Probing with a Tool If using a tool, or non-electrical edge finder to set datum points, the 300S probing functions can still be used. Datum points can be set by touching the edges of a workpiece, one after the other with a tool, and then manually entering the tool’s position as datum points.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Example: Probe workpiece edge and set edge as datum 8 Preparation: Set the active tool to the tool that will be used to set the datum. An end mill is shown in this example, along with the Set Datum screen. Datum axis: X =0 Tool diameter D = 0.25” 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Press DATUM. Press the Down arrow key until the X axis field is highlighted. Press PROBE soft key. Press EDGE soft key. Touch workpiece edge.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Presets The Preset function allows the operator to indicate the nominal (target) position for the next move. Once the new nominal position information is entered the display will switch to Distance-To-Go mode and show the distance between the current position and the nominal position. The operator now only needs to move the table until the display is zero and he will be at the required nominal position.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Preparation: 8 8 8 8 8 Select the tool with the appropriate tool data. Pre-position the tool to an appropriate location (such as X = Y = -1”). Move the tool to milling depth. Press the PRESET soft key. Press the Y axis key -ALTERNATIVE METHOD 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Press the SET/ZERO soft key so that you are in Set mode. Press the Y axis key. Enter nominal position value for corner point 1: Y = 1”, and select tool radius compensation R + with R+/- soft key.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Incremental Distance Preset Example: Drilling by traversing to display value zero with incremental positioning. Enter the coordinates in incremental dimensions. These are indicated in the following (and on the screen) with a preceding I (Incremental). The datum is the workpiece zero. Hole 1 at: X = 1” / Y = 1” Distance from hole 1 to hole 2: XI = 1.5” / YI = 1.5” Hole depth: Z = –0.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations To preset the location for Hole 2: 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Press the PRESET soft key. Press the X axis key. Enter nominal position value for hole 2: X = 1.5”, mark your input as an incremental dimension, press the I soft key. Press the Y axis key. Enter nominal position value for hole 2: Y = 1.5”, mark your input as an incremental dimension, press the I soft key. Press ENTER. Traverse the X and Y axes until the display value is zero.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Features (Milling) Pressing the FEATURES soft key will provide access to the Circle Pattern, Linear Pattern, Incline Mill, and Arc Mill milling features. The 300S provides one user definable pattern each of these features. They can be recalled, and executed from the DRO anytime during operation. The following soft keys are available while in the Milling Feature table. Function Soft key Press to access the circle pattern table. Press to access the linear pattern table.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Circle, and Linear Patterns This section describes the Circle, and Linear pattern tables, and capabilities. The 300S provides storage of 10 user definable patterns each for Circle, and Linear. Once patterns are defined, they are remembered when power is cycled. They can be recalled, and executed from the DRO, or from a program. The View Graphic enables verification of the hole pattern before you start machining.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Circle, and Linear Pattern Table Entry The Circle, or Linear Pattern Table is used to define up to 10 different circle hole patterns (Full, or Segment), and 10 different linear hole patterns (Array, or Frame). 8 8 8 8 Access the Pattern Table from the DRO soft key menu by pressing the FEATURES soft key. Press the CIRCLE PATTERN, or LINEAR PATTERN soft key. The Pattern Table will show all of the patterns that have been previously defined.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Circle, and Linear Pattern Soft keys The following additional soft keys are available while in the Circle, and Linear Pattern Milling feature. Function Soft key Press to execute the circle or linear pattern. Press to use the current absolute position. Press to open the Calculator for standard math, and trigonometry functions. Circle Pattern Information Required Type: type of pattern, FULL, or SEGMENT. Holes: number of holes in the pattern.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Circle, or Linear Pattern Execution 8 To execute a circle, or linear pattern, highlight the pattern to be executed in the table. 8 Press the RUN soft key. The 300S then calculates the positions of the holes. It can also provide a graphical view of the hole pattern. The following soft keys are available while running a Circle, or Linear Pattern Function Soft key Press to select the graphic view of the pattern. Available in both incremental DRO, or absolute DRO.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Example: Enter data and execute a circle pattern. 1st step: Enter data 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Press FEATURES soft key. Press CIRCLE PATTERN soft key. Press UP/DOWN hard keys to select pattern 1. Press ENTER hard key. Press FULL/SEGMENT soft key until FULL is selected. Press DOWN ARROW hard key to move to the next field. Enter 4 for the number of holes. Enter X= 2.0”, Y= 1.5” for the circle pattern center location. Enter 5” for the radius of the circle pattern.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations The Circle Pattern table now shows the pattern that was just defined as pattern 1. 2nd step: Execute circle pattern 8 Press the RUN soft key. The distance-to-go view is displayed. 8 Move to the hole, move the X, and Y axis until their display values show 0.0. Drill (Z depth): If a depth was entered into the pattern, move Z until it’s display value shows 0.0. Otherwise, drill to the desired depth. Press the NEXT HOLE soft key.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Incline, and Arc Milling The incline and arc milling features provide ways to machine a flat diagonal surface (incline milling) or a rounded surface (arc milling) using a manual machine. The 300S provides storage of up to 10 user definable Incline Mill features, and 10 Arc Mill features. Once the features are defined, they are stored in memory and can be recalled at anytime. They can be executed from the DRO, or from the operating program.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Incline, and Arc Milling Table Entry The Incline or Arc Mill Table is used to define the milling features. To access either Mill Table: 8 8 Press the FEATURES soft key. Press the INCLINE MILL, or ARC MILL soft key. To define a new milling feature: 8 8 Press the UP/DOWN ARROW hard keys to highlight a blank feature. Press the NEW soft key, or press ENTER. To edit an existing feature: 8 8 Press the UP/DOWN ARROW hard keys to highlight the table entry.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Incline, and Arc Milling Table Entry The following soft keys are available while in the entry form. Function Soft key Press to select a plane ([XY], [YZ], or [XZ] Press to execute the milling operation Press to use the current absolute position Press to open the Calculator for standard math, and trigonometry functions. The Incline Milling form is used to specify the flat surface to be milled. The data is entered through the “Incline Mill Table”.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Arc Milling The Arc Milling form is used to specify the curved surface to be milled. The data is entered through the “Arc Mill Table”. Selecting an arc mill entry, and then pressing the NEW, or EDIT soft key, (or ENTER), will allow the feature to be defined. The following listed fields require data input. Plane Selection: Select the plane by pressing the PLANE soft key. The current selection is shown on the soft key, and in the plane field.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Press the ENTER key to close the form and save the feature to the table. Press the RUN soft key to execute the surface milling operation. Press C hard key to exit the form without saving the feature. Incline, and Arc Mill Execution 8 To execute a milling operation, select the feature from the table to open the entry form. 8 Press the RUN soft key. The screen switches to the incremental DRO view, showing the incremental distance from the start point.
To follow the contour, move the two axes in small steps, keeping the X, and Y positions as close to zero (0.0) as possible. When no step size is specified, the incremental display always shows the distance from the closest point on the arc. 8 Press the VIEW soft key to toggle through the three available views (incremental DRO, contour, and absolute DRO). The contour view shows the position of the tool relative to the milling surface.
I - 3 Milling Specific Operations Z/W Coupling Z/W Coupling (4 axes Milling) The 300S Milling application provides a quick method for coupling the Z and W axes positions on a 4 axis system. The display can be coupled in either the Z or W displays. Enabling Z/W Coupling To couple the Z and W axes and have the result displayed on the Z display, press and hold the Z key approximately 2 seconds. The sum of the Z/W positions will be displayed on the Z display and the W display will be blanked.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations I - 4 Turning Specific Operations This section discusses operations specific to turning applications only. Tool Display Icon The Ø icon is used to indicate that the displayed value is a diameter value. No icon visible indicates that the display is a radius value. Tool Table The 300S can store the dimensional offsets for up to 99 tools (see sample screen). When you change a workpiece and establish a new datum, all tools are automatically referenced from the new datum.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations 8 8 8 8 8 8 Press the ENTER key. Select the axis (X) key. Enter the position of the tool tip, for example, X=.100. Remember to ensure the 300S is in diameter display mode ( Ø) if the input is a diameter value. Touch the workpiece face with the tool. Cursor to the Z axis (2), then set the position display for the tool tip to zero, Z=0. Press ENTER.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Calling a Tool from the Tool Table 8 8 8 To call a tool, press the TOOL soft key. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to cursor through the selection of tools (1-99). Highlight the tool you want. Verify the proper tool has been called, and press either the use TOOL soft key, or the C key to exit. Datum Setting See "Datum Soft Key" on page 28. for basic information. Datum settings define the relationships between the axis positions and the display values.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations 8 8 8 8 Press the DOWN arrow key to advance to the Z axis. Touch the workpiece surface at point 2. Enter the position of the tool tip (Z= 0) for the Z coordinate of the datum. Press ENTER. Setting Datums using LOCK AXIS Function The LOCK AXIS function is useful for setting a datum when a tool is under load and the diameter of the workpiece is not known. To use the LOCK AXIS function: 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Press the DATUM soft key. The cursor will be in the DATUM NUMBER field.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Taper Calculator Soft Key Use the taper calculator to calculate taper angle. Refer to screen examples on the right. You can calculate tapers either by entering dimensions from a print, or by touching a tapered workpiece with a tool or indicator. Entry values: For the taper ratio, calculation requires: Length of the taper Change in the radius of the taper.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Presets The functionality has been explained previously in this manual (see "Presets" on page 33). The explanation, and examples on those pages are based on a mill application. The basics of those explanations are the same for turning applications with two exceptions; Tool Diameter Offsets (R+/-), and Radius vs. Diameter inputs. Tool diameter offsets have no applications with turning tools, so this functionality is not available while doing turning presets.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Vectoring Vectoring breaks down the movement of the compound axis into the crossfeed or longitudinal axes. If you are turning threads, for example, vectoring lets you see the diameter of the thread in the X-axis display, even though you are moving the cutting tool with the compound axis handwheel. With vectoring enabled, you can preset the desired radius or diameter in the X-axis, so that you can “machine to zero”.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Enabling Z0, and Z Coupling To couple the Z0, and Z axes and have the result displayed on the Z0 display, press and hold the Z0 key approximately 2 seconds. The sum of the Z positions will be displayed on the Z0 display and the Z display will be blanked. To couple the Z0, and Z axes and have the result displayed on the Z display, press and hold the Z key for approximately 2 seconds.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Thread Cycle The Thread Cycle feature allows for data to be input into the 300S to ease, and enhance thread cutting features on a lathe. The Thread Cycle feature requires a rotary encoder be installed to the lathe thread cutting lead screw. The DRO requires this encoder to be set up on the third axis. Access the Thread Cycle setup forms through the INSTALL SETUP soft key. High light Encoder Setup, and high light the Thread Cycle feature.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Function Soft key Press FIRST PASS soft key to begin the thread cycle feature. Press NEXT PASS soft key to continue the thread cycle features next cut. Press START PASS soft key to begin the thread cycle features next cut. Press PREVIOUS PASS soft key if a cut is aborted during the thread cycle feature, and needs to be started again. Press FINISH PASS soft key when the feature has been setup in the thread cycle form for a final cut.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Thread cycle form: Once the thread cycle axis has been defined, the Thread Cycle form is accessed by pressing the THREAD CYCLE soft key from the main screen (on page 2). Start point: beginning of the thread cut. End point: end of the thread cut. Passes: Enter the number of cutting passes. Finish: Enter the depth of the finish pass. Threads per inch, or Pitch in MM: For English threads, enter the number of threads per inch.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Start Point 8 X: Enter the coordinates for the start point as previously defined (0.0). Typically 0.0 is the normal starting position. 8 Press the DOWN arrow key. 8 Zo: Enter the coordinates for the start point as previously defined (0.0). Typically 0.0 is the normal starting position. 8 Press the DOWN arrow key. End Point 8 X: Enter the final cut thread Diameter. This is the small OD for external threads, and the large ID for internal threads.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Passes 8 8 8 NUMBER or DEPTH will be displayed. Toggle the soft key for user preference. NUMBER: Enter the number of normal passes, or. DEPTH: Enter the depth dimension for a normal pass. 8 FINISH PASS: (optional) Enter the depth dimension for the finish pass, or leave blank. Finish pass is in addition to the normal passes, and is included in the total cut depth. 8 Press the DOWN arrow key. Thread 8 Select either INCH, or MM by toggling the soft key.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations Running the Thread Cycle Program The following messages will appear on the screen while running the thread cycle program. 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Move X, and Z to 0.0. Ready to engage thread lever. Disengage when X,Z = 0. Press FIRST PASS. Press START PASS. Press NEXT PASS. Engage lever. Press FINISH PASS. The Thread Bar T displays the rotation of the lead screw relative to an established mark. This mark is established when the First Pass is initially executed.
I - 4 Turning Specific Operations First Pass 8 Press the FIRST PASS soft key. Do not move the carriage manually. 8 Watch the machine dial, and engage the lever for the first pass on the appropriate number (even, or odd). If a false start occurs at any time, disengage the lever, backing off the cross feed at the same time. Press the PREVIOUS PASS soft key to restart the procedure. Remaining Passes 8 8 8 8 8 Keep hand on lever while the carriage is moving. The DRO will count down.
I - 5 Programming 300S I - 5 Programming 300S Overview The basic machining operations available in the DRO mode (i.e. tool selection, preset, hole patterns) can also be used to create a program. A program is a sequence of one or more machining operations. Programs can be executed a number of times and saved for later use. Each machining operation is a separate step with the program. A program can have up to 250 steps. The program listing shows the step numbers, and the associated machining operations.
I - 5 Programming 300S Program Mode Soft key functions The following soft keys are available while in the Program Mode feature. Function Soft key Press to toggle between the current program listing with DRO (ABS) positions and a graphical view of the programmed part (milling only). Press to show, and select the available programming features: TOOL, DATUM, PRESET, and for milling: POSITION, CIRCLE PATTERN, LINEAR PATTERN, INCLINE MILL, and ARC MILL.
I - 5 Programming 300S View Soft Key The VIEW soft key is used to toggle between the program listing with the DRO (ABS) positions, and graphical view of the part program. When Program Mode is selected, the view defaults to the program listing view. Press the VIEW soft key to show a graphical view of the part program. The datum, position, circle pattern, and linear pattern steps have a graphical view. The features of the part are scaled to the size of the window.
I - 5 Programming 300S Feature Soft Key functions To access the available features, press PROGRAM, then the FEATURES soft key. The following soft keys will be available. Use the LEFT, and RIGHT arrow keys to toggle through the menu. Note that in program mode the C key will clear the entry Function Soft key Press to enter a Tool step into the program. See "Tool Soft Key" on page 22.. Press to enter a Datum step. See "Datum Soft Key" on page 28.. Press to enter a Preset step into the program.
I - 5 Programming 300S Tool Soft Key The Tool step is used to select the tool (from the Tool Table) that will be used by the subsequent steps in the program. Open the Tool Table by pressing the TOOL soft key. Select the desired tool, then press the USE TOOL soft key. The step that was highlighted in the program will become a Tool step. Datum Soft Key The datum step is used to select the datum to be used by subsequent steps in the program. Open the Datum form by pressing the DATUM soft key.
I - 5 Programming 300S Linear Pattern Soft Key (mill only) The LINEAR PATTERN soft key is used to specify the parameters of a linear pattern from within a program. Open the Linear Pattern table by pressing the LINEAR PATTERN soft key. Use the UP, and DOWN arrow keys to select the desired pattern, then press USE. The step that was highlighted in the program will become a Linear Pattern step. To modify the selected pattern, press ENTER, or the EDIT soft key.
I - 5 Programming 300S Program Function Soft keys The following Program Function soft keys are available while in Program Mode Function Soft key Press to load a previously saved program into current program. Press to save and name the current program. Press to delete a saved program permanently. Press to clear current program memory. Press to Import a program into current program memory over the RS -232 port from a PC. Press to Export the current program over the RS-232 port to a PC.
I - 5 Programming 300S Editing, and moving through a program 8 Press UP/DOWN arrow keys to move the highlighted cursor to the next or previous step in the program listing. 8 To move to a specific step in the program use the numeric keys and enter the desired step number (i.e. 005). 8 To insert a new step in the program, highlight the step in the program listing, press the FEATURES soft key and select the desired feature.
I - 6 Executing a Program I - 6 Executing a Program To run a program, use the UP/DOWN arrow keys, or use numeric keys to select the program step to begin running. Press RUN. The distance-to-go view is displayed, and the soft keys VIEW, PREVIOUS STEP, NEXT STEP, and END, are shown. The number of the current step being executed is also displayed on the status bar. Run Soft Keys Function Soft key Press to see the graphical view of the circle or linear pattern that is being executed.
I - 6 Executing a Program When a DATUM step is executed, the datum number on the status bar flashes indicating that the datum is about to be changed and this will be the datum used for the following program operations. When a POSITION step is executed, the display show the distance-togo for the machine and tool axes. Move the axes until the positions read 0.0, then press NEXT STEP. When a PRESET step is executed, the display shows the distance-togo. Move the axes until the positions read 0.
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II - 1 Installation Setup II - 1 Installation Setup Installation Setup Parameters To locate the Installation Setup screen from the normal operating display: 8 8 8 Press the RIGHT, or LEFT arrow key until the SETUP soft key is displayed Press the SETUP soft key. The Job Setup screen is now displayed, and the INSTALL. SETUP soft key is displayed. Press the INSTALL. SETUP soft key, and enter the passcode. The Installation Setup screen is now displayed.
II - 1 Installation Setup Encoder Setup The ENCODER SETUP is used to set the encoder: resolution, type (linear, rotary), count direction, and reference mark type. 8 The cursor will default to the ENCODER SETUP field upon opening Installation Setup. Press ENTER. This opens a list of up to 4 possible encoders, labeled INPUT X1, X2, X3, and X4. The THREAD CYCLE setup field will only appear if the readout is configured for TURN mode.
II - 1 Installation Setup 8 8 Arrow down to the COUNT DIRECTION field. In the COUNT DIRECTION field, select the count direction by pressing the POSITIVE/NEGATIVE soft key. When the encoder’s count direction matches the operators count direction, select positive. When they do not match, select negative. The encoder resolution and count direction can also be established by just moving each axis. 8 8 8 8 Arrow down to the ERROR MONITOR field.
II - 1 Installation Setup Display Configuration The Display Configuration form is where which axes can be selected for display, and in what order. The following additional setups are also available. 8 8 8 8 8 8 Scroll to the desired display, and press ENTER. Press the ON/OFF soft key to turn the display on, or off. Press the LEFT, or RIGHT arrow key to select the axis label. Scroll to the Input field. Press the numeric key associated with the encoder input on the back of the unit.
II - 1 Installation Setup Linear Error Compensation Linear error compensation can be applied, if the results of the comparison with a reference standard show a linear deviation over the whole measuring length. In this case the error can be compensated by the calculation of a single correction factor.
II - 1 Installation Setup The Factor Field shows the calculated correction factor based on the measured and standard value. Press the ENTER key to exit the form and transfer the calculated factor to the error compensation form, or C to exit without transferring the factor. Non-Linear Error Compensation Non-linear error compensation should be applied if the results of the comparison with a reference standard show an alternating, or oscillating deviation.
II - 1 Installation Setup Starting a Non-Linear Error Compensation Table 8 Select Non-linear by pressing the TYPE soft key. 8 To start a new error compensation table, first press the EDIT TABLE soft key. 8 All correction points (up to 200) are equally spaced from the start point. Enter the distance between each of the correction points. Press the DOWN arrow key. 8 Enter the table’s start point. The start point is measured from the scale’s reference point.
II - 1 Installation Setup Configuring the Compensation Table 8 Press the EDIT TABLE soft key to view the table entries. 8 Use the UP, or DOWN arrow keys, or the numeric keys to move the cursor to the correction point to be added or changed. Press ENTER. 8 Enter the known error which exists at this point. Press ENTER. 8 When completed, press C key to exit the table and return to the Error Compensation form. Reading the Graph The error compensation table may be viewed in table or graphical formats.
II - 1 Installation Setup To measure the standard using an edge finder, touch one end of the block. The Measured Field shows 0. Move to the second edge, and touch the other end of the gauge block. The measured size, plus any tool offset appears in the field. To measure the standard using a tool, touch one end of the block, and press teach. The Measured Field shows 0. Move to the second edge, and touch the other end of the gauge block. Press TEACH.
II - 1 Installation Setup Backlash Compensation When using a rotary encoder with a lead screw, a change in direction of the table might cause an error in the displayed position due to clearances within the lead screw assembly. This clearance is referred to as backlash. This error can be compensated for by inputting the amount of backlash within the lead screw into the Backlash Compensation feature. See screen to the right.
II - 1 Installation Setup The Position Recall feature, when it is “ON”, will store the last position of each axis when power was turned off, and then redisplay that position once power is turned back on. Note that any movement that occurs while power is off will be lost. Whenever power has been off it is recommended to re-establish workpiece datums using the Reference Mark Evaluation procedure. . Diagnostics The DIAGNOSTICS provides access for testing the keypad, and edge finders.
II - 2 Data Interface II - 2 Data Interface The 300S data interface includes the RS-232 serial port. The serial port supports both bi-directional data communications which allows data to be exported to, or imported from an external device. Also, external operations via the data interface. Data which can be exported from the 300S to an external serial device includes: Job, and Installation configuration parameters. Non-linear error compensation tables.
II - 2 Data Interface Serial Port The RS-232-C / V.24 data interface serial port is located on the rear panel. The following devices can be connected to this port: Printer with serial data interface. Personal computer with serial data interface. A printer, or computer may be connected to the serial port. Part programs, and configuration files may be sent to a printer, or computer. Remote commands, remote key codes, part programs, and configuration files may be received from a computer.
II - 3 Installation and Electrical Connections II - 3 Installation and Electrical Connections Installation The DRO is mounted to a tilt/swivel feature: See "DRO Dimensions" on page 102. Electrical requirements Voltage 100 - 240 Vac Power 30 VA max. Frequency 50/60 Hz (+/- 3Hz) Fuse 630 mA/250 Vac, 5 mm x 20 mm, Slo-Blo (line and neutral fused) Environmental Operating temperature 0° to 45°C (32° to 113°F) Storage temperature -20° to 70°C (-4° to 158°F) Mechanical weight 2.6 kg (5.2 lb.
II - 4 I/O Connections II - 4 I/O Connections Encoders are plugged into connectors marked Inputs 1, 2, 3, & 4. Pin layout for Electronic Edge Finder Pin Assignment 1 0V (Inner shield) 2 Stand By 3 15 Pin receptacle connector for Edge Finder.
II - 4 I/O Connections Wiring the Serial communication cable The wiring of the serial communication cable depends on the device being connected (see technical documentation for external device) Pin layout of RS-232-C / V.24 data interface.
II - 5 Remote Switch Data Output II - 5 Remote Switch Data Output The remote switch (pendant or footswitch), or Ctrl B (sent over serial interface), will transmit the currently displayed values in either Actual Value or Distance-To-Go mode, whichever is currently visible. Data output using external signals Example 1: Linear axis with radius display X = + 41.29 mm X = + 41 .
II - 5 Remote Switch Data Output Example 2: Rotary axis with degrees decimal display C = + 1260.0000° C = + 1260 .
II - 5 Remote Switch Data Output Data output using Edge Finder In the next three examples, measured value output is started with a switching signal from the edge finder. Printing capability can be turned on, or off in the Job Setup parameter Measured Value Output. Information from here is transmitted from the selected axis. Example 4: Probing function Edge Y = –3674.4498 mm Y 1 2 : - 3674 .
II - 5 Remote Switch Data Output Example 5: Probing function Centerline Coordinate of centerline on X axis CLX = + 3476.9963 mm (Center Line X axis) Distance between the probed edges DST = 2853.0012 mm (Distance) CLX : DST : 1 + 3476 . 9963 R 2853 .
II - 5 Remote Switch Data Output Example 6: Probing function Circle Center First center point coordinate, e.g. CCX = –1616.3429 mm. Second center point coordinate, e.g. CCY = +4362.9876 mm, (Circle Center X axis, Circle Center Y axis; coordinates depend on working plane). Circle diameter DIA = 1250.0500 mm CCX : - 1616 . 3429 R CCY : + 4362 . 9876 R DIA : 1250 .
II - 6 Error Messages II - 6 Error Messages The following table provides a complete list of error messages that may be received from the 300S DRO. An explanation of each error message is provided in the following table. Error DRO Error Message Explanation 1 Power was off. Press any key to continue. 300S power was just cycled. 2 Contamination & Frequency Error: Press C to clear error. Contamination, and frequency errors occurred at corresponding encoder.
II - 6 Error Messages Error DRO Error Message Explanation 13 Error: The ARCSIN function can only operate on values from - 1to 1. Range error on the value to fetch the arcsin of. 14 Error: The TAN function is undefined at 90, and -90 degrees. Range error on the value to fetch the tangent of. 15 Error: The square root of a negative number is undefined. Can not take the square root of a negative number. 16 Error: Divide by zero error. Can not divide by zero.
27 28 29 30 300S DRO Error Message Explanation Error: No program to delete. No program currently selected to delete. Select a program using the UP/DOWN arrow keys. Error: No step function for this step. Current program step has no functionality defined for it. The step should be modified using the step functions, or deleted from the program. Error: Program storage is full. There is not enough memory available to add additional programs, or steps to existing programs.
II - 7 Dimensions II - 7 Dimensions DRO Dimensions Dimensions in inches/mm Top view with Dimensions Front view with Dimensions Back view Bottom view with Dimensions 102 II
A Absolute 12 absolute coordinates 3 Absolute Distance Preset 33 Absolute Workpiece Positions 3 Actual Position, Nominal Position, and Distance-To-Go 2 Actual Value/Distance-To-Go soft key 12 Arc Milling 47 Automatic Non Linear error 85 Axis Labels 6 B Backlash Compensation 87 C Calc key ii Calc soft key 20 Calling a Tool from the Tool Table (Turning) 53 Circle and Linear Pattern 38 Console adjustment 19 Counter Settings 87 D Data Input Forms 9 Datum soft key (Milling) 28 Datum Soft Key (Turning) 53 Datums
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