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TPC2 TIME-BASED PATTERN CONTROL KIT
OPERATIONS AND SERVICE MANUAL
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Manual 50 -05
Revised 1/23/04
Event
Delay
Line
Gap (Spot / Stitch)
Stitch
Spike Time
Purge
Trig Mode
Time Range
Glue / Pass / Start
Palletising Count
12
Channel
/Drive
System
T630mA
Isolate From Supply Before
Removing Access Cover
Digit
Run / Stop
Drive 1
Drive 1
Drive 2
A.T.S.
Trigger
Value
Unlocked
TPC-2
Drive 2Trigger
ATS
Purge
IMPORTANT ! - READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
It is the customer’s responsibility to have all operators and service personnel read and understand
this information. Contact your ITW Dynatec customer service representative for additional copies.
NOTICE! Please be sure to include the serial number of your equipment each time
you order replacement parts and/or supplies. This will enable us to send you the
correct items that you need.
ITW Dynatec Service Parts Direct Dial: 1-800-538-9540
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1:DESCRIPTION
General Description......................................................................................................................................1-1
How to Use this Manual................................................................................................................................1-2
Changing AC Input Voltage.......................................................................................................................... 2-3
Important Note.............................................................................................................................................. 2-8
System Status Lights..................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Time Range...............................................................................................................................................3-5
Line .................................................................................................................................................. 3-11
Gap .................................................................................................................................................. 3-11
Typical System Diagrams ............................................................................................................................. 6-1
The ITW Dynatec TPC-2 Timer is a microprocessor-based electronic control system. It
may be used in any process that requires the timed actuation of electrical output devices
and has the ability to count those actuations and take varied actions based upon the count.
It was specifically developed to control glue application valves used in adhesive systems.
Examples of applications where the TPC-2 may be used include, but are not limited to,
case sealing, palletizing, labeling, and bag making.
The TPC-2 can be operated on either 120vac or 240vac (single phase) power. A set of
contacts is provided to allow a signal to be sent to an external controller (such as a PLC)
when the TPC-2 is switched on.
All controls and displays are mounted inside a rugged enclosure with a protective door.
The enclosure meets environmental ratings of IP54, protecting against water and solid
object infiltration when the door is latched and all output/input receptacles at the bottom
of the TPC-2 Control Unit are either connected to cables or capped. The TPC-2 display is
a bright, seven-segment LED device that affords easy viewing at any angle and in any
lighting environment. All connectors are standardized to simplify installation.
The TPC-2 Timer has non-volatile memory for up to four programs. Each program has
two CHANNEL outputs. Each CHANNEL is independent of the other and has four
programmable EVENTS. An EVENT is defined as a DELAY (no glue) and a LINE
(glue). Each LINE may be programmed to apply continuous glue or apply in a STITCH
(series of dashes) or SPOT (series of dots) pattern.
Programming is accomplished by depressing the appropriate CHANNEL or SYSTEM
button until the desired parameter LED is illuminated on the left side of the display panel.
Depressing the DIGIT button causes the values on the display to flash. Rotating the
VALUE knob modifies the displayed value. Depressing the RUN/STOP button so the
LED is illuminated signifies the glue system is active and will respond to trigger inputs.
Activity of the DRIVE 1, DRIVE 2 and A.T.S. (Automatic Tip Sealer) outputs or the
TRIGGER input is indicated in the top right corner of the display via illumination of the
respective LED’s.
Facilities for a remote PURGE device (supplied standard with the system) and Automatic
Tip Sealers (used in cold glue systems) offer the operator ease of glue system
maintenance during times of system inactivity. The Automatic Tip Sealer (A.T.S.) Drive
output is provided for use with cold glue systems that may employ tip sealing devices to
prevent the glue from drying in the applicator nozzle during periods of glue system
inactivity.
Pattern initiation may be set for any of four trigger modes: Gated Repeat, Latched Repeat,
Gated Single, and Latched Single. See Chapter 2 (Operation and Programming) for
further information concerning TRIGGER MODE.
The TPC-2 possesses a PALLETISING facility that provides an easy means of applying
glue to a specified number of objects, then passing (or skipping) a specified number of
objects. The display continually updates itself to inform the operator of the current
COUNT.
A key-actuated system lock is provided on the Controller’s front panel. This lock prevents
any unauthorized change to the programming when activated.
Specifications
Operating Temperature: 32 to 113 degrees F (0 to 45 degrees C), 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Storage Temperature: -14 to 140 degrees F (-10 to 60 degees C), 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Maximum Switching Rate: 500 cycles per second
Maximum Power Output: 26 Watts, current limited at 1.25 amps per channel
Applicator Overload Protection: Electronic Sensing
Time Increments: 0.001 to 1.999 seconds or 0.01 to 19.99 seconds (operator selectable)
Holding Voltage: 16 VDC
Over-Voltage: 48 VDC
Over-Voltage Duration: 0 to 25.5ms, operator selectable
Input Voltage:
Input Power: 60 Watts
115 or 230 VAC ± 10% (requires installation of appropriate jumper), single
phase
How to Use this Manual
The following typographic conventions are used throughout this manual:
ALL CAPITALS: Parameter, Button and Knob titles displayed on the TPC-2 Control
Unit Display Panel
Bold: Information found on the TPC-2 Control Unit’s LED Display
The ITW Dynatec TPC-2 Timer is very easy to install and operate. It is highly
recommended, however, that the entire contents of this manual be read before installation
to become familiar with the many features of this equipment and to avoid potential safety
hazards.
WARNING: Line voltage is present at several places inside this Control Unit
when it is connected to an AC power source. Electrical shock will result if
contact is made with line voltage. This shock may be extremely hazardous. Do
not disassemble or assemble this unit or make electrical connections unless
all line voltage sources are removed.
Unpacking
Carefully unpack and inspect the TPC-2 enclosure for external damage. The Control Unit
is shipped completely assembled. There should be no rattles or loose pieces inside the
unit
The TPC-2 Control Kit is supplied with the following equipment. Please inventory these
parts immediately upon unpacking the Control Kit to assure all items are present.
Qty Description Part Number
1 Control Unit, TPC-2 106076
1 Purge Control 106078
1 Output Kit (contains two 10 foot drive output cables,
one end with connector, the other end unterminated)
1 set Security Lock Keys (2 keys) 107189
2 Sealing Cap, 9-pin Receptacle (attached to ATS and
connectors for IP54 integr ity)
Quad Head Cord, 10’ (allows connection of up to
four applicators to a single drive output)
Dual Head Cord, 10’ (allows connection of up to two
applicators to a single drive output)
Single Head Cord, 10’ (allows connection of a single
applicator to a drive output, used primarily with cold
glue applicators)
L21746
L21701
L21747
106116
106023
106004
106005
106006
Solenoid Cord, RCA(M)/Unterminated, 10’ (used
with 106004, 106005 or 106006)
Solenoid Cord, RCA(M)/RCA(F), 10’ (used with
106004, 106005 or 106006)
340-010-XA
340-010-AA
Changing AC Input Voltage
WARNING: Changing the operating voltage requires access to the TPC-2
Control Unit’s internal power supply. Only qualified maintenance technicians
should attempt this procedure.
The TPC-2 Control Unit is capable of operating from 115VAC or 230VAC input voltage.
Your unit has been factory pre-set to one of these voltages. There should be a sticker
attached to the lower left corner of Control’s front panel, just above the power switch,
identifying the factory-set voltage.
WARNING: Disconnect the TPC-2 from its power source before attempting this
procedure.
The following steps should be employed to change the Control Unit’s operating voltage
from the factory pre-set value:
1. Remove the 6 screws that secure the upper and
lower portions of the Control Unit display panel
using a cross-point screwdriver.
2. Remove the lower panel (the portion housing the
power switch and fuse holder) from the case taking
care not to strain the wires connected to the backside
of the panel.
3. Remove the upper panel from the case taking care
not to strain the wires connected to the backside of
the panel.
4. A printed circuit board (PCB) is mounted at the
upper left corner inside the Control Unit case. This
board contains a two-position, red, voltage selection
switch. Slide the switch to the desired voltage.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to re-assemble the
Control Unit taking care not to pinch any wires
during the process.
Mount the TPC-2 in a cool, dry, clean and well-ventilated area. Allow access space at the
front and sides for operation and maintenance. Do not place the Control Unit where it is
subject to high heat and humidity, in traffic areas or where it could be subject to
mechanical abuse. Do not mount the TPC-2 Control Unit or any of its
components/accessories close to high power wiring or in close proximity to sources of RF
or static energy.
CAUTION: 1. Heat, humidity and mechanical abuse will impair the
performance and shorten the life of Control Unit components.
2. Do not mount the TPC-2 Control Unit or its accessories near high voltage
power lines or in close proximity of ra dio frequency interference (such as
arc welding or electric motors), as this may cause irregular operation.
1. Mount the TPC-2 Control Unit as close to the Trigger Input Device and the Glue
Applicators as is possible.
2. Mount the Trigger Device and Glue Applicator(s) in the desired locations. Connect the
Drive Output Cable(s) to the Glue Applicator(s).
3. Install the Automatic Tip Sealer(s) to the Glue Applicator(s) (cold glue systems) and
connect the Drive Output Cable(s) to the Automatic Tip Sealer(s).
4. Connect all cables to their proper receptacles on the bottom of the TPC-2 Control Unit.
There is a legend along the bottom of the Display Panel (inside the Control Unit lid)
indicating the input/output connector assigments.
5. Install Sealing Caps (106116 and/or 106023) to unused receptacles if IP54 integrity is
required in the following manner:
a. Remove the 2 screws that secure the lower portion of the TPC-2 Control Unit
display panel using a cross-point screwdriver.
b. Remove the lower panel (the portion housing the power switch and fuse holder)
from the case taking care not to strain the wires connected to the backside of the
panel. This will allow access to the nuts attaching the receptacle flanges to the
Control Unit Case.
c. Remove one of the screws attaching each unused receptacle flange and place
the screw through the eyelet of the appropriate Sealing Cap tether (106116 is used
for the 4-pin and 106023 is used for the 9-pin receptacle).
d. Reverse Steps (a) through (c) taking care not to pinch any wires in the process.
6. Connect the TPC-2 Control Unit power cord to a clean, properly grounded power
source of the appropriate voltage (115 or 230VAC). Observe wiring, grounding and
safety practices in accord with all local electrical codes. The 115VAC version of the
TPC-2 comes with a standard 10-amp plug on the end of the cord. The 230VAC version
of the TPC-2 has no plug. Instead, bare wires are provided for connection into a terminal
box. The wires should be connected as follows:
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230VAC Power Cord Wiring
WIRE COLOR DESIGNATION
Brown or Black Power (+)
Blue or White Neutral (-)
Green Ground
CAUTION: Avoid the installation of input or output cords near or parallel to
power lines from other machinery. The resulting electrical “noise” can produce
adverse effects on the TPC-2 Control Unit which could result in unreliable
operation.
Receptacle Assignments
Below are the pin assignments for the input/output receptacles located at the bottom of
the TPC-2 Control Unit.
The TPC-2 is usually connected to non-polarity-sensitive solenoids using the ITW
Dynatec Output Kit (L21754) supplied as a part of the TPC-2 Control Unit Kit. As such,
it is not important to which terminal the two wires of the Output Kit cables are connected.
Polarity Sensitive solenoids, such as ITW Dynatec P/N 030A057 require attention to the
manner in which the Output Kit wires are connected. It is imperative that the White Wire
be connected to the solenoid’s “positive” (+) terminal and the Black Wire be connected to
the “negative” (-) terminal. Failure to do so will render the solenoid valve inoperative and
may cause damage to both the TPC-2 Control Unit and the solenoid valve.
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Chapter 3
OPERATION & PROGRAMMING
Start-Up Procedure
1. Open the latch on the right side of the TPC-2 Control Unit and swing open the lid.
2. Two keys for the Programming Security feature should be attached to the inside of the
lid. Remove these keys and unwrap them.
3. Insert one of the keys into the lock on the Display Panel. Assure the key is in the
UNLOCKED (key tab vertical) position.
4. Remove the key and place both keys in a secure location.
5. Turn ON the Control Unit by depressing the Power Switch in the lower left corner of
the Display Panel. The Power Switch is on a “rocker”. The “” side of the rocker should
be depressed to provide power to the Control Unit.
The LED Display should show a Pr-1 (-2, -3 or -4) and the green LED to the left of
MEMORY should be illuminated.
Event
Dela
Line
Ga
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Stitch
ike Time
S
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Pur
Mode
Tri
Time Ran
Glue / Pass / Start
Palletising Count
The TPC-2 employs the following programming conventions:
1. All CHANNEL modifications are performed on the Program displayed (Pr-1, -2, -3 or
-4) when the MEMORY LED is illuminated.
2. Depressing the CHANNEL 1 or CHANNEL 2 buttons allows programming of the
parameters for that channel of the selected Program (Pr-1, -2, -3 or -4).
3. Depressing the SYSTEM button allows programming of the parameters that pertain to
the entire glue system, regardless of the Program (Pr-1, -2, -3 or -4) or CHANNEL
selected.
4. Depressing the DIGIT button allows selection of the “granularity” of the displayed
parameter as it is being modified. (i.e. depressing the DIGIT button until the “100’s”
place holder is flashing will result in increments/decrements of 100 units at a time,
depressing the DIGIT button until the “1’s” place holder is flashing will result in
increments/decrements of single units at a time, etc.).
5. Rotation of the VALUE knob allows the actual modification of displayed values.
6. The glue system will not operate unless the LED above the RUN/STOP button is
illuminated.
7. Modification of the CHANNEL parameters while the glue system is operating will
result in real-time adjustments to the glue pattern. This allows the operator the ability to
“fine-tune” the program settings while the system is operating.
8. No SYSTEM parameters may be accessed while the LED above the RUN/STOP
button is illuminated with the exception of the PALLETISING COUNT.
9. Only the active Program (Pr-1, -2, -3 or -4) may be modified while the glue system is
operating.
There are four LED’s in the top right corner of the Display Panel that provide an
indication of the current system status. These lights are described in further detail below:
Drive 1 & Drive 2
These LED’s provide an indication of the current Drive Output activity. The LED’s will
be in one of the following states:
STATUS LIGHT MEANING
No Illumination: There is no Drive Output activity
GREEN: The Drive Output is functioning properly and is currently energized
RED: There is an electrical short or other fault in the Drive Output, Output Cable or Glue Valve
An electrical short circuit most likely exists if a Drive Status Light is red. Completely
inspect the Output Cables and Glue Valve for the cause. Turn OFF, then turn back ON
the TPC-2 Control Unit to clear the fault condition once the cause of the fault has been
located. See the TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual for more information in
the event of a Drive Output fault.
A.T.S.
The Automatic Tip Sealer output is provided for use with cold glue systems that may
employ tip sealing devices to prevent the glue from drying in the applicator nozzle during
periods of glue system inactivity. This LED provides an indication of the current A.T.S.
Drive Output activity. The LED will be in one of the following states:
STATUS LIGHT MEANING
No Illumination: There is no A.T.S. Output activity. The A.T.S. Output automatically deactivates when the
TPC-2 does not receive a Trigger Input for 2.5 seconds.
GREEN: The A.T.S. Output is functioning properly and is currently energized. The A.T.S. Output
should activate immediately upon receipt of a Trigger Input.
RED: There is an electrical short or other fault in the A.T.S. Output circuitry, Output Cable or
Glue Valve
An electrical short circuit most likely exists if the A.T.S. Status Light is red. Completely
inspect the Output Cable and Tip Sealing Device for the cause. Turn OFF, then turn back
ON the TPC-2 Control Unit to clear the fault condition once the cause of the fault has
been located. See the TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual for more
information in the event of an A.T.S. Drive Output fault.
The A.T.S. output voltage is 48VDC at 5.4W for a 25ms duration. The output then drops
to a holding voltage of 16VDC. The TPC-2 activates the A.T.S. Drive immediately upon
receipt of Trigger Inputs. The Tip Sealing Device requires time to operate, the TPC-2
caters for this by allowing a 35ms dwell time from Trigger Input until the gluing program
will function. This means that if the first delay time is programmed to be less than 35ms
the first glue line will start late then revert to the normal pattern in successive cycles. The
A.T.S. Drive output automatically deactivates when the TPC-2 does not receive Trigger
Inputs for 2.5 seconds or more.
Trigger
A Trigger Device of some kind is required to initiate the TPC-2 gluing pattern. The
TRIGGER LED is illuminated green when the Trigger Device is activated.
Programming SYSTEM Parameters
TPC-2 Control Unit functions are modified by depressing the SYSTEM button.
Activation of SYSTEM parameters is signified via illumination of the LED above the
SYSTEM button and the illumination of the LED to the left of the specific parameter
(PURGE, TRIG MODE, TIME RANGE, GLUE/PASS/START or PALLETISING
COUNT).
NOTES:
a. All SYSTEM parameters, with the possible exception of PALLETISING COUNT, are
accessible only when the LED above the RUN/STOP button is not illuminated.
b. All SYSTEM parameters are stored in “non-volatile” memory, the settings are retained
even when TPC-2 Control Unit input power is lost or the power switch is turned off.
c. Modification to SYSTEM parameters may only be undertaken when Programming
Security is in the UNLOCKED position.
Purge
The PURGE function requires connection of the Purge Control (106078) into the
appropriate receptacle in the bottom of the TPC-2 Control Unit.
1. Depress the SYSTEM button until the red LED to the left of PURGE flashes. The
TPC-2 display will indicate = = = 0.
2. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired PURGE channel is selected. The table
below indicates the meaning of each display setting:
Activation of A.T.S. output only
Activation of A.T.S. and DRIVE 1 outputs
Activation of A.T.S. and DRIVE 2 outputs
3. Activation of the selected outputs occurs upon depressing the button on the Purge
Control Unit (106078) and continues until the button is released.
Trig Mode
The TRIG MODE (Trigger Mode) parameter allows the Operator to select the manner in
which the TPC-2 Control Unit applies the programmed pattern upon receiving a trigger
(i.e. photo sensor, footswitch, etc.) input.
1. Depress the SYSTEM button until the yellow LED to the left of TRIG MODE is
illuminated.
2. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired TRIG MODE setting is selected. The table
below indicates the meaning of each display setting.
, regardless of the state of
, regardless of the state of the glue
.
DISPLAY MEANING
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LAt.≡≡≡≡
GAt.-
LAt.-
Time Range
Gated Repeat – the trigger signal initiates the glue cycle, which repeats continuously until the trigger
signal ends. The glue cycle stops immediately upon loss of trigger signal
the glue cycle.
Latched Repeat - the trigger signal initiates the glue cycle, which repeats continuously until the
trigger signal ends. The glue cycle stops upon completion of the pattern cycle after loss of trigger
signal.
Gated Single – the trigger signal initiates the glue cycle, a single glue pattern is performed. The glue
cycle stops immediately if the trigger signal is lost during the cycle
cycle.
Latched Single - the trigger signal initiates the glue cycle, a single glue pattern is performed. The
glue cycle stops upon completion of the pattern cycle
TRIG MODE Display Settings
The TPC-2 offers two time ranges for programming of DELAY and LINE settings: 0.001
(i.e. 1ms) to 1.999 seconds and 0.01 (i.e. 10ms) to 19.99 seconds.
1. Depress the SYSTEM button until the yellow LED to the left of TIME RANGE is
illuminated.
2. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired TIME RANGE setting is selected. The table
below indicates the meaning of each display setting.
NOTE: Maximum time settings (i.e. 1.999 or 19.99 seconds) represent the maximum
allowed cumulative time for DELAY and LINE duration of all four EVENTs in a
CHANNEL
Glue/Pass/Start
The TPC-2 offers a Palletizing feature that provides the capability of gluing a specified
quantity of items, based upon Trigger inputs, then “passing” (allowing sensed product to
pass under the applicator with no glue being applied) a specified quantity of items, also
based upon Trigger inputs. The Operator can program both the quantity of product to be
“glued” and “passed” along with specifying whether the process should begin with the
“glue” or the “pass” count.
1. Depress the SYSTEM button until the yellow LED to the left of GLUE/PASS/START
is illuminated. The display will show OFF if the Palletizing program in not currently
active.
Glue
2. Depress the DIGIT button. The display will show G.000 with the digit furthest to the
right flashing. This display allows the programming of the quantity of items to be
“glued”. Depressing the DIGIT button additional times will change the granularity of the
“glued” quantity setting.
3. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired “glued” quantity is selected. (Example:
G.040 indicates that forty consecutive items will be glued).
NOTE: Selection of the value G.000 for this parameter will set the palletizing feature to
OFF, regardless of any PASS values that may be programmed.
Pass
4. Depress the SYSTEM button once. The display will now show P.001 or some other
similar value.
5. Depress the DIGIT button. The digit furthest to the right will commence flashing. This
display allows the programming of the quantity of items to be “passed”. Depressing the
DIGIT button additional times will change the granularity of the “passed” quantity
setting.
6. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired “pass” quantity is selected. (Example: P.010
indicates that ten consecutive items will be passed).
Start
7. Depress the SYSTEM button once. The display will now show either GLUE or PASS.
8. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired value is displayed. The palletizing count will
start with either the GLUE or the PASS count depending upon which value is selected for
this parameter.
Palletising Count
The PALLETISING COUNT parameter is a display-only function that allows the
operator to track the progress of the palletizing glue process.
1. Depress the SYSTEM button until the yellow LED to the left of PALLETISING
COUNT is illuminated.
2. View the status of the palletizing glue process. The PALLETISING COUNT will count
down with each trigger signal input: G.040, G.039, G.038, …, G.001, P.010, P.009, P.008, …, P.001, then repeat the cycle; assuming G.040 and P.010 were programmed in
GLUE and PASS respectively and the cycle was set to begin with GLUE. Similarly, the
cycle would begin counting down the PASS, then the GLUE portion, if the cycle was
programmed to begin with PASS.
NOTES:
a. The PALLETISING COUNT parameter will not be accessible unless the palletizing
feature is activated through the programming of values in the GLUE/PASS/START
parameter.
b. The PALLETISING COUNT is the only SYSTEM parameter that is accessible when
the TPC-2 is set to RUN mode (LED above the RUN/STOP button is illuminated),
assuming the palletizing feature is activated through the programming of values in the
GLUE/PASS/START parameter.
c. Any modifications to GLUE/PASS/START parameters will result in the reset of the
PALLETISING COUNT.
Selecting a Program from MEMORY
The TPC-2 Control Unit possesses MEMORY storage capacity for as many as four
independent programs. Each of these programs controls up to two independent glue
channels or drives. Additionally, each program can possess up to four events with each
event being composed of a DELAY and a LINE. The Program MEMORY is “non-
volatile”, the settings are retained even when TPC-2 Control Unit input power is lost or
the power switch is turned off.
1. Depress the SYSTEM button until the LED above the button is no longer illuminated
and the green LED to the left of the MEMORY parameter is illuminated.
2. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired Program (Pr – 1 through Pr – 4) is
displayed.
NOTES:
a. The MEMORY setting may only be modified when the TPC-2 Control Unit is in the
STOP mode (the LED above the RUN/STOP button is not illuminated).
b. Modifications to CHANNEL parameters affect only the active Program selected via the
MEMORY parameter.
Programming Glue Pattern (CHANNEL) Parameters
Programming of a glue pattern into the TPC-2 Control Unit is accomplished by
depressing either the CHANNEL 1 or CHANNEL 2 button so that the red LED above the
button is illuminated. Activation of CHANNEL parameters is signified via illumination
of the LED to the left of the specific parameter (EVENT, DELAY, LINE, GAP, STITCH
and SPIKE TIME).
NOTES:
a. All CHANNEL parameters may be modified regardless of whether the TPC-2 Control
Unit is in the RUN or STOP mode.
b. All CHANNEL parameters are stored in “non-volatile” memory, the settings are
retained even when TPC-2 Control Unit input power is lost or the power switch is turned
off.
c. Modification to CHANNEL parameters may only be undertaken when Programming
Security is in the UNLOCKED position.
d. CHANNEL 1 and CHANNEL 2 parameters are independent of each other, however the
programming procedure for each CHANNEL is exactly the same.
Event
Each CHANNEL of each Program has up to four EVENTs. An EVENT is defined as a
DELAY (skip) duration followed by a LINE (glue) duration.
1. Depress the desired CHANNEL button until the LED to the left of EVENT is
illuminated.
2. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired EVENT is selected. The table below
indicates the meaning of each display setting.
EVENT Display Settings
DISPLAY MEANING
OFF
1 through 4
Delay
The selected CHANNEL is inactivated, no other parameter
programming will be possible for that CHANNEL
The remaining CHANNEL parameters (DELAY, LINE GAP, STITCH
and SPIKE TIME) will be programmed for the displayed EVENT
The TPC-2 handles DELAY times from one EVENT to the next in a cumulative fashion
as illustrated in the diagram below.
E
V
E
N
T
4
3
2
1
TRIGGER
DELAY 1
DELAY 2
LINE 1
DELAY 4
DELAY 3 LINE 3
LINE 2
LINE 4
1. Depress the desired CHANNEL button until the LED to the left of DELAY is
illuminated.
2. Depress the DIGIT button the necessary number of times until the desired
programming granularity is selected (the desired place-holder digit is flashing).
3. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired DELAY value is selected.
4. Displayed values range from 0000 to 1999. The meaning of these settings is dependent
upon the selected TIME RANGE in the SYSTEM parameters. Refer to the below table as
well as the section explaining TIME RANGE for a complete understanding of the
DELAY programming.
NOTES:
a. The TPC-2 software forces minimum DELAY setting for EVENTS 2 through 4
that are dependent upon the DELAY and LINE values programmed into the
previous EVENTs.
b. The cumulative total time of all four EVENTs (DELAY and LINE) in a single
Program may not exceed the maximum TIME RANGE value (either 1.999 or
19.99 seconds).
c. The Trigger Device must be activated for at least the duration of the DELAY
programmed into EVENT 1 for the TPC-2 to recognize it as a valid Trigger input.
d. The programming of the DELAY value is dependent upon whether the Trigger
Device is designed for detection of the object’s “Leading Edge” or “Trailing
Edge”. Examples are shown below:
Leading Edge Detection
DELAY equals the travel time to the Glue Applicator from the leading edge of the object
passing under the Trigger Device until the start of the LINE (glue).
DELAY
LINE
TRIGGER DEVICE
GLUE VALVE
DIRECTION OF TRAVEL
Trailing Edge Detection
DELAY equals the travel time from the Glue Valve to the start of the LINE (glue).
The LINE parameter is the “glue” portion of each EVENT.
1. Depress the desired CHANNEL button until the LED to the left of LINE is illuminated.
2. Depress the DIGIT button the necessary number of times until the desired
programming granularity is selected (the desired place-holder digit is flashing).
3. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired LINE value is selected. The LINE value
should be set as the amount of time to apply a continuous glue line or a series of “dots” or
“stitches” the desired length.
4. Displayed values range from 0000 to 1999. The meaning of these settings is dependent
upon the selected TIME RANGE in the SYSTEM parameters. Refer to the below table as
well as the section explaining TIME RANGE for a complete understanding of the LINE
programming.
LINE Display Settings
TIME RANGE
Setting
0.001 0001 to 1999 (0.001 to 1.999 seconds)
0.010 0001 to 1999 (0.01 to 19.99 seconds)
LINE Values
NOTE: The cumulative total time of all four EVENTs (DELAY and LINE) in a single
Program may not exceed the maximum TIME RANGE value (either 1.999 or 19.99
seconds).
Gap
GAP is used when a series of “dots” or “stitches” is desired instead of continuous glue for
the LINE portion of an EVENT. The Glue Applicator is energized for the duration of
SPIKE TIME if no value is entered into STITCH (see the next section for an explanation
of STITCH). The TPC-2 Control Unit divides LINE by GAP to determine the number of
“dots” that will be applied to the product.
1. Depress the desired CHANNEL button until the LED to the left of GAP is illuminated.
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2. Depress the DIGIT button the necessary number of times until the desired
programming granularity is selected (the desired placeholder digit is flashing).
3. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired GAP value is selected.
4. Displayed values range from 0000 to 0100. These numbers are expressed in
milliseconds.
The diagrams below illustrate a single LINE duration with GAP = 0000 and with GAP =
“Z” (some value greater than zero) and a SPIKE TIME = “X”.
LINE with GAP = 0000
X
48 VDC
X = SPIKE TIME DURATION
16 VDC
0 VDC
48 VDC
0 VDC
LINE DURATION (TIME)
LINE with GAP = “Z” & STITCH = 0
Z
LINE DURATION (TIME)
Z
X
NOTE SHORT SPIKE TIME
DUE TO END OF “LINE”
DURATION.
NOTE: A GAP value greater than zero automatically changes a LINE to a series of
“dots” unless STITCH is also programmed.
Stitch
STITCH is used when a series of intermittent glue patterns longer in duration than a “dot”
is desired instead of a continuous LINE. The TPC-2 Control Unit divides LINE by the
sum of GAP plus STITCH to determine the number of intervals. The Glue Applicator is
energized at 48VDC for the duration of SPIKE TIME, the voltage is then reduced to
16VDC for the remainder of the STITCH duration. LINE, GAP, STITCH and SPIKE
TIME must all be properly programmed to attain the desired end result. Review the
sections on LINE and GAP above for details concerning these parameters. SPIKE TIME
is presented in the next section.
1. Depress the desired CHANNEL button until the LED to the left of STITCH is
illuminated.
2. Depress the DIGIT button the necessary number of times until the desired
programming granularity is selected (the desired placeholder digit is flashing).
3. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired STITCH value is selected.
4. Displayed values range from 0000 to 0100 These numbers are expressed in
milliseconds.
The diagram below illustrates the STITCH function and its relationship with LINE, GAP
and SPIKE TIME.
STITCH Pattern Overview
Y
X
ZZ
Y
X
NOTE SHORT SPIKE TIME
DUE TO END OF “LINE”
DURATION.
The TPC-2 Control Unit offers a SPIKE voltage of 48VDC for a duration of from 000.1
to 025.5 milliseconds. The TPC-2 Drive output then settles to a 16VDC holding voltage
for the duration of the LINE or STITCH. This feature is provided to enable quicker Glue
Valve actuation when necessary.
CAUTION: Assure the Glue Valve is designed to handle input voltages of 48VDC
for short time periods prior to employing this feature. Failure to do so may shorten
the life of the Glue Valve’s solenoid or coil.
1. Depress the desired CHANNEL button until the LED to the left of SPIKE TIME is
illuminated.
2. Depress the DIGIT button the necessary number of times until the desired
programming granularity is selected (the desired place-holder digit is flashing).
3. Rotate the VALUE knob until the desired SPIKE TIME value is selected.
4. Displayed values range from 000.1 to 025.5 These numbers are expressed in
milliseconds.
NOTE: SPIKE TIME is accessible only when EVENT1 is selected for each CHANNEL.
All other EVENTs (2 through 4) in that CHANNEL’s program use the same SPIKE
TIME value.
Clearing Programmed Information
The TPC-2 Control Unit offers a simple means of reverting all program parameters (i.e.
all SYSTEM parameters and all CHANNEL parameters in all Programs), with the
exception of SPIKE TIME, TRIG MODE and TIME RANGE, to their factory pre-set
values.
1. Turn off the input power to the TPC-2 Control Unit by toggling the power switch in the
lower left corner of the Display Panel to the “O” (OFF) position.
2. Simultaneously depress the SYSTEM and DIGIT buttons while toggling the TPC-2
power switch to the “” (ON) position. All parameters are now reset to factory pre-set
values.
The following examples are provided to assist in better understanding the programming
of the TPC-2 Control Unit. They assume that all components of the glue system (i.e.
TPC-2 Control Unit, Trigger Device, Glue Applicators, Glue Delivery System, etc.) are
properly installed.
NOTE: Remember to completely clear the values for DELAY, LINE, GAP, STITCH and
SPIKE TIME in all four EVENTS when reprogramming the TPC-2 MEMORY. A foolproof means of doing this is to turn OFF the TPC-2 Control Unit, depress the DIGIT and
SYSTEM buttons on the Display Panel, then turn ON the TPC-2 Control Unit. Doing this
will clear all four Program Memories of all parameters with the exception of SPIKE
TIME, TRIG MODE and TIME RANGE.
Purge CHANNEL 1 and CHANNEL 2
PURGE is designed to allow for quick priming of the glue system or for checking the
operation of the Glue Valves.
1. Connect the Purge Control to the TPC-2 Control Unit.
2. Turn ON the TPC-2 Control Unit.
3. Depress the RUN/STOP button on the TPC-2 Control Unit until the LED above the
button is dim (not illuminated).
4. Depress the SYSTEM button until the LED to the left of PURGE is illuminated.
5. Rotate the VALUE knob until = = = 1 is displayed on the front panel of the TPC-2.
6. Depress the red button on the Purge Control Box. The A.T.S. and DRIVE 1 LED’s in
the top right corner of the TPC-2 Display Panel will illuminate and the applicator(s)
connected to the CHANNEL 1 drive output will activate for the duration of time that the
red button on the Purge Control is depressed.
7. The DRIVE 1 LED will dim immediately upon release of the red Purge Control button.
The A.T.S. LED will dim approximately 2.5 seconds later.
8. Rotate the VALUE knob until = = = 2 is displayed on the front panel of the TPC-2.
9. Repeat Steps #6 and #7 above. This time the DRIVE 2 LED will illuminate.
10. Depress the RUN/STOP button on the TPC-2 Control Unit until the LED above the
button is illuminated. The glue system is now ready for operation.
11. Use the same procedure as in Steps #6 through #9 above until 0090 (or 90ms) is
displayed.
12. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of GAP is illuminated.
13. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the display to 0010 (or 10ms).
NOTE: Once a value is selected in GAP the LINE length is divided by the gap figure.
The output from the TPC-2 Control Unit will be dots (i.e. the Glue Applicator is fired 9
times at 10ms intervals for the duration of SPIKE TIME for each cycle).
14. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of STITCH is illuminated.
The value of this parameter should read 0000 since dots are desired.
15. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of SPIKE TIME is
illuminated.
16. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the appropriate SPIKE TIME for the
Glue Applicator (approximately 2ms, 002.0).
17. Depress the RUN/STOP button until the LED above this button is illuminated. The
glue system is now ready for operation.
At this point some product should be run. Examine the finished product to assure the
TPC-2 Control Unit’s time settings suit the line speed of the machine. If incorrect, follow
the above procedure and change values where necessary.
A Multiple EVENT Glue Pattern
The following example places a series of dots, dashes and a solid line on a substrate using
two glue applicators.
9. Rotate the VALUE knob until the second digit from the left is an 8. The display should
now read 0080 (or 80ms).
10. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of LINE is illuminated.
11. Use the same procedure as in Steps #6 and #7 above until 0060 (or 60ms) is
displayed.
12. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of GAP is illuminated.
13. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the display to 0010 (or 10ms).
NOTE: Once a value is selected in GAP the LINE length is divided by the GAP figure.
The output from the TPC-2 Control Unit will be dots (i.e. the Glue Applicator is fired 6
times at 10ms intervals for the duration of SPIKE TIME for each cycle).
14. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of STITCH is illuminated.
The value of this parameter should read 0000 since dots are desired.
15. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of SPIKE TIME is
illuminated.
16. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the appropriate SPIKE TIME for the
Glue Applicator (approximately 2ms, 002.0).
17. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of EVENT is illuminated.
18. Rotate the VALUE knob until 2 is displayed. This indicates the programming of
EVENT 2 of the selected Program. EVENT 2 is the series of STITCHED glue lines.
19. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of DELAY is illuminated.
20. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE Knob to set the display to 0160 (160ms, the sum
of DELAY1, LINE1, and DELAY2).
21. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of LINE is illuminated.
22. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE Knob to set the display to 0060 (60ms).
23. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of GAP is illuminated.
24. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the display to 0010 (or 10ms). This
represents the “no glue” duration of the STITCH within a LINE.
25. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of STITCH is illuminated.
26. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the display to 0010 (or 10ms). This
represents the duration of the “glue” portion of the STITCH pattern with a LINE.
NOTE: The SPIKE TIME parameter is not accessible when programming EVENT2
through EVENT4. Programming of SPIKE TIME for each CHANNEL occurs only
during EVENT1.
27. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of EVENT is illuminated.
28. Rotate the VALUE knob until 3 is displayed. This indicates the programming of
EVENT 3 of the selected Program. EVENT 3 is a solid glue line.
29. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of DELAY is illuminated.
30. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE Knob to set the display to 0240 (240ms, the sum
of DELAY1, LINE1, DELAY2, LINE2 and DELAY3).
31. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of LINE is illuminated.
32. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE Knob to set the display to 0060 (60ms).
33. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of GAP is illuminated.
34. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the display to 0000 (or 0ms). EVENT3
is a solid line, so no GAP is required.
35. Depress the CHANNEL 1 button until the LED to the left of STITCH is illuminated.
36. Use the DIGIT button and VALUE knob to set the display to 0000 (or 0ms). EVENT3
is a solid line, so no STITCH is required.
37. Repeat Step #5 through Step #36 above for CHANNEL 2.
38. Depress the RUN/STOP button until the LED above this button is illuminated. The
glue system is now ready for operation.
At this point some product should be run. Examine the finished product to assure the
TPC-2 Control Unit’s time settings suit the line speed of the machine. If incorrect, follow
the above procedure and change values where necessary.
NOTE: Before any assumptions are made regarding an apparent fault, first check the
input supply voltage. The voltage should be within ± 10% of the rated supply (i.e.
115VAC or 230VAC). Any variation from these parameters can result in controller
malfunction.
Controller Glues Every Other Sheet
Is the Trigger Device (photo eye) too far ahead of the Glue Applicator? The controller
could still be performing a gluing cycle on “Product #1” when “Product #2” is detected if
the physical distance between the Trigger Device and Glue Applicator is greater than the
gap between sheets. The TPC-2 Control Unit will not respond to a Trigger Signal until
the previous gluing cycle has been completed.
Glue Line Moves or Changes Length
The TPC-2 Control Unit has only the Trigger Device input that it can use to accurately
apply a glue pattern. Great care should be taken to ensure that the Trigger Device
sensitivity and vertical positioning are correctly adjusted as per the Trigger Device’s User
Manual. Things to check include:
1. Does the sheet change speed after it has been detected by the Trigger Device?
This could occur due to drive device slippage, detecting the product during the transition
from control by a “feeding device” to control by the “drive device” or there may be some
kind of obstruction in the feed path, such as dried glue. Tightening or replacement of
worn drive devices my resolve this problem. Moving the Glue Applicator and Trigger
Device to a different point on the machine may also be a solution.
2. Is the speed of the parent machine constant?
It is essential that once the TPC-2 Control Unit has been programmed that the speed of
the machine is not changed. Any machine speed change will require reprogramming the
TPC-2 to again achieve proper glue pattern positioning on the product.
Glue Applicators Will Not Activate
1. Is the Trigger Device activated for a shorter duration than the programmed DELAY for
EVENT1?
The TPC-2 avoids “false triggers” by requiring that the Trigger Device be activated for at
least the duration of the DELAY programmed into EVENT1 of each CHANNEL.
2. Is the red LED above the RUN/STOP button illuminated?
The glue system will not operate if the TPC-2 Control Unit is in the STOP mode (red
LED above the RUN/STOP button is dim).
3. Is the Trigger Device operating properly?
The TRIGGER Status LED in the upper right corner of the TPC-2 Control Unit Display
Panel should illuminate for the duration of each TRIGGER input. Troubleshoot the
Trigger Device and connection cable if the Status LED is not illuminating.
4. Is the Glue Delivery System operating properly?
Adequate glue pressure must be supplied by the Glue Delivery System to assure proper
adhesive flow from the Applicator. Voltage measurements can be made from the Drive
Output of the TPC-2 Control Unit to determine whether it is functioning properly.
5. Is the Glue Applicator operating properly?
Troubleshoot the Glue Applicator and Drive Output Cable to assure they are functioning
properly.
6. Are the GAP, STITCH and SPIKE TIME settings inappropriate for the Glue
Applicator?
The response time of the Glue Applicator may be a limiting factor in applying a very
short gluing pattern. The TPC-2 Control Unit may be attempting to turn the Glue
Applicator ON and OFF so quickly that the Applicator is unable to respond and as a
result it is unable to apply glue.
7. Is the drive output of the TPC-2 appropriate for the Glue Applicator?
The TPC-2 Control Unit is capable of a “Spike Voltage” output of 48VDC with a
“Holding Voltage” of 16VDC at up to 26 Watts per CHANNEL. This may be insufficient
for some Glue Applicators that, by design, require either higher voltage, power, or both.
DRIVE or A.T.S. Status LED is Illuminated Red
There is a short circuit somewhere in the Drive Output circuitry.
1. Disconnect the Drive Output Cable.
2. Turn OFF the TPC-2 Control Unit, wait a few moments, then turn ON the TPC-2
Control Unit. The fault status should now be cleared.
3. Activate the Trigger Device, leaving the Drive Output Cable disconnected. The TPC-2
Control Unit is defective if the DRIVE fault is again indicated by the red Status LED. It
should be sent to ITW Dynatec for repairs.
4. The problem is in either the Output Cable or Output Device (Glue Applicator or
Automatic Tip Sealer) if the Status LED is green when the Trigger Device is activated
with the Output Cable disconnected. Employ proper electrical troubleshooting techniques
to identify the source of the problem in the cable or output device.
Program Parameters Cannot Be Modified
1. Is the DIGIT button being depressed prior to attempting to use the VALUE knob?
Many of the parameters require depressing the DIGIT button before they can be modified.
2. Is the Program Security in the LOCKED position?
The Program Security Key must be used to UNLOCK the security feature (key tab in the
vertical orientation) prior to any program modifications.
SYSTEM Parameters Cannot Be Accessed
The RUN/STOP button must be depressed until the LED above this button is dimmed in
order to access the SYSTEM parameters (i.e. PURGE, TRIG MODE, TIME RANGE,
and GLUE/PASS/START)
Glue Pattern Repeats Itself on the Product
Review the TRIGGER MODE section of this manual to assure the desired mode has been
properly selected.
Following is provided a listing of TPC-2 Control Unit replacement parts. The Item
Number in the table refers to the equipment drawing following the table. Refer to Chapter
2 (Installation) for part numbers and descriptions for TPC-2 Control Kit equipment and
optional accessories.
Typical System Diagrams
(see Installation Drawings at end of chapter)
Diagrams of typical system configurations are provided to assist in the integration of the
TPC-2 Controller with your glue system. Contact ITW Dynatec Technical Service at 800654-6711 for additional assistance, if necessary.
Mount the TPC-2 in a cool, dry, clean and well-ventilated area. Allow access space at the
front and sides for operation and maintenance. Do not place the Control Unit where it is
subject to high heat and humidity, in traffic areas or where it could be subject to
mechanical abuse. Do not mount the TPC-2 Control Unit or any of its
components/accessories close to high power wiring or in close proximity to sources of RF
or static energy.
CAUTION: 1. Heat, humidity and mechanical abuse will impair the
performance and shorten the life of Control Unit components.
2. Do not mount the TPC-2 Control Unit or its accessories near high voltage
power lines or in close proximity of radio frequency interference (such as
arc welding or electric motors), as this may cause irregular operation.
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