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EPSON RC+ 7.0 Option Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7 Copyright 2020-2022 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. All rights reserved. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing our robot system. This manual contains the information necessary for the correct use of the EPSON RC+ PartFeeding option. Please carefully read this manual and other related manuals before installing the robot system. Keep this manual handy for easy access at all times.
3.5.4 Minimal Distance Between Part Feeding ........ 23 3.5.5 Technical Data Tables ............24 3.6 Conneting Cable ................. 27 3.6.1 Overview ................. 27 3.6.2 Power Connection ..............28 3.6.3 Communication ............... 30 3.6.4 Digital Output for Hoppers 1 and 2 ......... 31 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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6.2.6 Plate for Purge (FDA) .............. 65 6.3 Others, Accessories (series: IF-240) ........... 67 6.4 Backlight (series: IF-240) ..............67 6.5 Hopper (series: IF-240) ................ 68 6.6 License (series: common)..............68 7. Troubleshooting Appendix: Condition of use of backlight Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
For more information on a specific subject, the reader should read another manual, or refer to other paragraph. ■ Epson shall not be liable whatsoever for any loss or damage arising from a failure to observe the items specified in Safety precautions. The customer is responsible CAUTION for providing the necessary instructions to the persons concerned.
■ Be sure that all power sources and other cables to the unit are disconnected before working on the product. ■ Only qualified personnel (trained by Epson and with professional experience) are authorized to work on this device. ■ Do not plug or unplug cables of the system unless it is switched off.
Do not look the light directly without wearing protect glasses on. It is the responsibility of customers to document their own application and instruct employees on procedures to limit exposure to LED radiation. WARNING Figure 1-1: Specific warnings Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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This temperature can nevertheless increase to 55°C in extreme use. It is the responsibility of customers to document their own application and instruct employees on procedures to avoid contact with these surfaces. CAUTION Figure 1-2: Specific warnings Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
IF240 (no backlight) R12NZ9016W IF240 RED IF240+ backlight: Red R12NZ9016X IF240 WHITE IF240+ backlight: White R12NZ9016Y IF240 GREEN IF240+ backlight: Green R12NZ9016Z IF240 BLUE IF240+ backlight: Blue R12NZ90171 IF240 INFRARED IF240+ backlight: Infrared light R12NZ90172 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
For more information for (C) of how to remove or change the platform, refer to 5.2.2. Remove the platform module. For more information for (D) of the backlight color and the procedure to exchange the backlight, refer to 5.3.1 Exchanging / Installing the backlight. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Figure 2-3: Overall dimensions with platform “lever” Refer to 4.2.2 Remove the platform module for more information on how to remove the platform. Refer to 3.3 Installing IF-240 for more information. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
(transmit and receive TCP packets ) Green 24V on backlight synchronization input Green 24V on input 1 Green 24V on input 2 Green Platform vibrating Yellow 24V on output 1 Yellow 24V on output 2 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
*: Before using parts, try suppling the parts to the feeder, move the feeder, and check following. - Part disperses - Part moves - Overlapping parts disentangles etc. Parts that do not disperse and do not move and do not disentangle are not suitable for feeders. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
400 g maximum platform weight) 2.4.4 Maximum Plate Displacement Characteristics Maximum displacement x ±1.5 mm Maximum displacement y ±2 mm Maximum displacement z ±1.5 mm 2.4.5 Plate Z Repeatability Characteristics Plate Z repeatability ±20 µm Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
2. Specification 2.4.6 Picking Surface The maximum picking surface dimensions corresponds to the IF-240 platform size: Figure 2-5: Picking surface Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
■ Do not use the product in an atmosphere of corrosive gases. Rust may form and reduce the structural strength of the product. CAUTION 3.1.2 Storage environment The storage environment should be similar to the operating environment. In addition, you should protect the IF-240 against dust Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
The holes in the base plate of the IF-240 can be used to attach it with four M6 screws. Repeatable positioning of the IF-240 can be done by using positioning pins (possible on both sides). Figure 3-1: Installing IF-240 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
The dimension of packaging box of IF-240 is as follows: IF-240 Dimensions 460 × 320 × 230 mm (with optional part) (460 × 320 × 330 mm) Weight 12 kg Table 3-1: Weight and dimensions of the product when packaged Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
3.5.1 Symbols and Acronyms in this Manual This section describes symbols and acronyms. 3.5.1.1 Symbols Wrong implementation Correct implementation Active / operating feature (moving) Movements Passive / NOT operating feature (NOT moving) Perturbation / undesired vibration Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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APSOvib; compression in Z direction (axial direction) max. allowed compressive force of the round buffer APSOvib Length of male screws mass not applicable Qty. quantity Ref. reference Depth of female screws Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
3.5.2.2 Installing Part Feeding on the table The Part Feeding must be properly installed on the base table. NOTE ■ About number of screws and size of screws when installing on the base table, refer to 3.5.5.2 Specification of Screw. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
3.5.3.1 Decoupling of Moving Devices If several moving devices are assembled in parallel, and close to each other, it is necessary to “decouple the vibrations”, to avoid that behavior of any product is disturbed by the movement of others. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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For the vibration isolators [], refer to 3.5.5.3 Specification of Vibration Isolators. ■ Increasing the mass of the base table to avoid the integration of the vibration NOTE isolators does not ensure that the spread vibrations will be completely dampen- out. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Therefore, it is recommended not to install feeders and cameras on the same support. When this solution is not applicable, be sure to mount the camera on a rigid and heavy enough base table to prevent back-feeding of vibrations into surrounding devices. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
It is therefore recommended to install the feeders at enough distance to prevent them from disturbing each other. For minimum distance between part feeding, refer to 3.5.5.4 Minimal Distance Between Part Feeding. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Table 3-2: Specification of Base Table. ■ Dimension the base table so that the minimum mass [M] requirement is met. 3.5.5.2 Specification of Screw IF-80 IF-240 IF-380 IF-530 Quantity of screws Screw ø Table 3-3: Specification of Screw Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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[Fz]. If the total mass exceeds the max. allowed compressive force, select new round buffer. CAUTION Vibration isolator (round buffer) Figure 3-4: Vibration isolator (round buffer) Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Elesa - www.elesa.com – (section: Rubber buffers) 3.5.5.4 Minimal Distance Between Part Feeding IF-80 IF-240 IF-380 IF-530 c – [mm] ≥ 10 ≥ 10 ≥ 30 ≥ 30 Table 3-5: Minimal Distance Between Part Feeding Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
The IF-240 is a standalone module with its own controller. Power supply is located on the rear panel of the product. Figure 3-5: Electrical interfaces of the IF-240 A Power connection B Ethernet connection (RJ45) F Digital Output 1 for hopper G Digital Output 2 for hopper Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Characteristic Value Voltage +24VDC ±5% Current Power Current S-Power ■ S-Power is the safety power for the backlight. NOTE Cutting this S-Power ensures that the backlight stays OFF. (e.g. to secure IR backlight danger). Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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■ Both Power and S-Power can be connected to a single power supply or to two NOTE different power supplies. Short-circuit current rating: SCCR Power 40 A S-Power 40 A Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Default subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Port 4001 MAC address Can be acquired by ARP request For more information on the procedure to restore the default IP address, please refer to 5.3.2 Recover IP address using default IP address. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
A standard M8 four-pins male cable enables transmission of the digital output signal to hopper. It must be connected as follows: Figure 3-10: Digital output for hoppers Signal description Hopper 0V GND Digital Output 1 +24VDC Connector type (on IF-240 side): M8, 4P, female Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
To improve the availability of certain components on the surface of the feeder, it is possible to structure the platform surface. EPSON offers various types of platforms including Flat, Anti-Stick and Anti-roll. Custom platforms with slots, holes or pockets must be designed and fabricated by the customer.
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Ex: Thin washers of the robot. Holes Holes are useful when cylindrical components are to be fed and presented upright. Ex: Pins For model number of platform provided by Epson, refer to 6.2 Plate (series: IF- 240). Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
4. Option 4.1.2 Plate Fixation Kit In the case of customer making own platforms, a plate fixation kit can be ordered from Epson. Product name Specification Model name PLATE FIXATION KIT-240 Plate fixation kit R12NZ90183 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
■ For more information, please contact the supplier of your region. 4.3 Hopper For hopper, refer to manual EPSON RC+ 7.0 Option Part Feeding 7.0 Hopper (IF- 240, 380, 530). For model number of hopper, refer to 6.5 Hopper (series IF-240).
■ The actuater kit is not included purging plate. For model numbaer of purging plate, refer to 6.2.4, 6.2.5. NOTE ■ A purge spout (A) is included with the Purging actuater kit (2). ■ The connecting cable is included with the actuater kit (2). Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
POM (Refer: 6.2 Plate (series IF-240)) ■ To use the purge actuator kit, plug the cable in the feeder “IN2” / “OUT2” outputs. Remember to unplug the cable should you need to remove the system. CAUTION Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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(e.g. consider a purging system with the flap on the left. Only the “Left” vibration CAUTION may be used. Similarly, with a purging system whose flap is on the right, only the “Right” vibration may be used). Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
5. Maintenance and Component Replacement 5.2 Maintenance ■ For any kind of maintenance, use Epson products. CAUTION 5.2.1 Regular Maintenance Schedule Perform inspections regularly and ensure optimum performances, and safety operating. Item Period Reference Cleaning of the machine Weekly General...
Pull out the integrated tool (A) and move it away for freeing the platform (B). Step 2 Take the platform out (C). Release the tool – the mechanism as reverse operation from step 1 to let it return to its initial position. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Unscrew the feeder on the connector side. 2 screws I5 Step 2 Position the support (A) and screw back the feeder. (In this step, take care to push it on the surface of the feeder.) 2 screws I5 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Step 4 Position the purge actuator kit (B) (1)-(2) and tighten the screws of the support (A). 2 screw I5 -4.5Nm Slide the purge actuator kit (B) install against the screws before tightening them. (Operation 2) Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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5. Maintenance and Component Replacement Step 5 Connect the purge actuator kit to the feeder. Use the outputs: IN2 / OUT2. Step 6 Remove 2 screws from the side plate. 2 screws Tx10) Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Step 7 Screw the purge spout (C) on the base of the feeder. 2 screws I2.5 - 1.2Nm Step 8 Position the platform on the feeder. for more details, refer to 5.2.2 Remove the Platform module. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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A red-light signal lights up when the sensor picks up the detection plate. Step 10 Power ON the feeder and Controller. Open EPSON RC+ and Connect to the Controller. If you have not already done so, configure the settings to connect the feeder to the Controller in the EPSON RC+ 7.0-Menu-[Setup]-[System Configuration].
Control the surface state of the platform (A) and be particularly careful of the following points: - Scratches - Dirt or spotted surface - Oily or greasy surface Step 2 Clean the surface of the platform. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
For a list of the components which can be replaced directly by the customer, please contact the supplier of your region. For any other repair, the product must be returned to the manufacturer. ■ For any kind of replacement, always use Epson products. CAUTION Replaceable parts...
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Step 2 On both sides, unscrew the four bolts (B). Use a flat wrench size 5.5. Step 3 Unplug the backlight connector (C). Step 4 Remove the old backlight (D). Insert the new backlight (E). Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Align the backlight module flush with the mirror support (F) and tighten the four bolts (G). Use a flat wrench size 5.5. Step 6 Plug in the backlight connector (H). Step 7 Remount the covers (I) and (I’) on both sides. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Step 3 Disconnect and reconnect the power cable (or switch off and switch on the power of the IF-240). The IF-240 will use the following default parameters at startup: IP: 192.168.0.64 SubnetMask: 255.255.255.0 TCP Port: 4001 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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5. Maintenance and Component Replacement Step 4 Parameters in memory can now be modified by RC+. For more details, refer to EPSON RC+ 7.0 Option Part Feeding 7.0 Introduction & Software 2.1 System Settings. Step 5 When parameters are defined as desired, replace selector 1 in position (C).
5.3.3 Replacing the Purging Actuator ■ Before replacing the actuator, unplug the purging actuator kit from the feeder. And remove the platform and remove the purging actuator kit. CAUTION Step 1 Remove the protective cover (A). 4 screws, Tx10 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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5. Maintenance and Component Replacement Step 2 Disconnect the actuator by pulling on the connector, and not on the cable itself (B). Step 3 Unscrew the actuator block. 4 screws, Tx10 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Unscrew the actuator (2). 1 screw, Tx8 Swap out the actuator (C). Step 5 Screw back the actuator in the support (1). 1 screw, Tx8, - 0.8Nm Close and screw support (2). 4 screws, X0, - 0.6Nm Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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5. Maintenance and Component Replacement Step 6 Screw back the actuator block on the main plate. 4 screws, Tx10 - 1Nm Step 7 Plug in the actuator (D). Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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5. Maintenance and Component Replacement Step 8 Screw the protective cover (E) back into position. 4 screws, Tx10, - 0.6Nm Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Plate for purge /purge direction: Left Anti-stick (White)/* PURGE L ANTI-STICK PLATE MED 240 R12NZ901DM Material: POM-C (white) (FDA) Plate for purge /purge direction: Right Anti-stick (White)/* PURGE R ANTI-STICK PLATE MED 240 R12NZ901DN Material: POM-C (white) (FDA) Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Material: POM-C (black)(FDA) Plate for purge /purge direction: Left PURGE L ANTI-STICK PLATE MED(BK)240 Anti-stick (Black)/* R12NZ901DW Material: POM-C (black)(FDA) Plate for purge /purge direction: Right PURGE R ANTI-STICK PLATE MED(BK)240 Anti-stick (Black)/* R12NZ901DX Material: POM-C (black)(FDA) Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
Also, you cannot change the voltage and frequency. 6.6 License (series: common) Product name Specification Model number Part Feeding License Part Feeding license R12NZ90106 Part Feeding License for USB Key Part Feeding License for USB Key R12NZ90107 Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
7. Troubleshooting 7. Troubleshooting For trouble, refer to following manual. EPSON RC+ 7.0 Option Part Feeding 7.0 Introduction & Software ” Troubleshooting” Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Output power: The maximum output power for the type of LED used in the product is 150 Lm under 350mA. Number of Led: In the worst case, we can imagine that the person can see entirely the light. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Output power: The maximum output power for the type of LED used in the product is 80 Lm under 350mA. Number of Led: In the worst case, we can imagine that the person can see entirely the light. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Output power: The maximum output power for the type of LED used in the product is 39 Lm under 350mA. Number of Led: In the worst case, we can imagine that the person can see entirely the light. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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Output power: The maximum output power for the type of LED used in the product is 450mW under 350mA. Number of Led: In the worst case, we can imagine that the person can see entirely the light. Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...
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7. Troubleshooting Part Feeding 7.0 IF-240 Rev.7...