Thank you for purchasing our robot products.
This manual contains the information necessary for the correct use of the manipu lat o r.
Please carefully read this manual and other related manuals before installing the robot
system.
Keep this manual handy for easy access at all times.
WARRANTY
The Manipulator and its optional parts are shipped to our customers only after being
subjected to the strictest quality controls, tests, and inspections to certify its compliance
with our high performance standards.
Product malfunctions resulting from normal handling or operation will be repaired free of
charge during the normal warranty period. (Please ask your Regional Sales Office for
warranty period information.)
However, customers will be charged for repairs in the following cases (even if they occur
during the warranty period):
1. Damage or malfunction caused by improper use which is not described in the manual,
or careless use.
2. Malfunctions caused by customers’ unauthorized disasse mbly.
3. Damage due to improper adjustments or unauthorized repair attempts.
4. Damage caused by natural disasters such as earthquake, flood, etc.
Warnings, Cautions, Usage:
1. If the Manipulator or associated equipment is used outside of the usage conditions an
product specifications described in the manuals, this warranty is void.
2. If you do not follow the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS in this manual, we cannot be
responsible for any malfunction or accident, even if the result is injury or death.
3. We cannot foresee all possible dangers and consequences. Therefore, this manual
cannot warn the user of all possible hazards.
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TRADEMARKS
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Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and
product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders.
NOTICE
No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced without authorization.
The contents of this manual are subject to change wit ho ut no tice.
Please notify us if you should fi nd any errors in thi s manual or if you have any comments
regarding its contents.
INQUIRIES
Contact the following service center for robot repairs, inspections or adjustments.
If service center information is not indicated below, please contact the supplier office for
your region.
Please prepare the following items before you contact us.
- Your controller model and its serial number
- Your manipulator model and its serial number
- Software and its version in your robot system
- A description of the problem
SERVICE CENTER
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MANUFACTURER & SUPPLIER
TEL : +81-(0)266-61-1802
FAX : +81-(0)266-61-1846
Japan & Others
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
Suwa Minami Plant
Factory Automation Systems Dept.
1010 Fujimi, Fujimi-machi,
Suwa-gun, Nagano, 399-0295
JAPAN
SUPPLIERS
Factory Automation/Robotics
TEL : +1-562-290-5900
FAX : +1-562-290-5999
E-MAIL : info@robots.epson.com
Factory Automation Division
TEL : +49-(0)-2159-538-1391
FAX : +49-(0)-2159-538-3170
E-MAIL : robot.infos@epson.de
Factory Automation Division
TEL : +86-(0)-10-8522-1199
FAX : +86-(0)-10-8522-1120
Taiwan
Factory Automation Division
TEL : +886-(0)-2-8786-6688
FAX : +886-(0)-2-8786-6677
North & South America
Europe
China
EPSON AMERICA, INC.
18300 Central Avenue
Carson, CA 90746
USA
EPSON DEUTSCHLAND GmbH
Otto-Hahn-Str.4
D-40670 Meerbusch
Germany
EPSON China Co., Ltd
7F, Jinbao Building No. 89 Jinbao Street
Dongcheng District, Beijing,
China, 100005
EPSON Taiwan Technology & Trading Ltd.
14F, No.7, Song Ren Road, Taipei 110
Taiwan, ROC
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For Customers in the European Union
The crossed out wheeled bin label that can be found on your product indicates that this
product and incorporated batteries should not be disposed of via the normal household
waste stream. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health please
separate this product and its batteries from other waste streams to ensure that it can be
recycled in an environmentally sound manner. For more details on available collection
facilities please contact your local government office or the retailer where you purchased
this product. Use of the chemical symbols Pb, Cd or Hg indicates if these metals are used
in the battery.
This information only applies to customers in the European Union, according to
DIRECTIVE 2006/66/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE
COUNCIL OF 6 September 2006 on batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and
accumulators and repealing Directive 91/157/EEC and legislation transposing and
implementing it into the various national legal systems.
For other countries, please contact your local government to investigate the possibility of
recycling your product.
The battery removal/replacement procedure is described in the following manuals:
Controller manual / Manipulator manual (Maintenance section)
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Before Reading This Manual
This section describes what you should know before reading this manual.
Structure of Control System
The G1 series Manipulators can be used with the following combinations of Controllers and
software.
The operating methods and descriptions are different depending on which software you are
using. The following icons are put beside appropriate text as necessary. Use the
descriptions that pertain to the software you are using.
Controller
Name Structure
RC180 Controller EPSON RC+ 5.0
Software
RC620
For details on commands, refer to User’s Guide or “On-line help”.
Control Unit
Drive Unit
Turning ON/OFF Controller
When you see the instruction “Turn ON/OFF the Controller” in this manual, be sure to
turn ON/OFF all the hardware components. For the Controller composition, refer to the
table above.
Shape of Motors
The shape of the motors used for the Manipulator that you are using may be different from
the shape of the motors described in this manual because of the specifications.
Setting by Using Software
This manual contains setting procedures by using software. They are marked with the
following icon.
EPSON RC+ 6.0
EPSON
RC+
Figures in this Manual
The figures of manipulators indicated in this manual are basically Standard-model
Manipulator. Unless special instruction is provided, the specifications of Standard-model,
Cleanroom-model, and Protected-model (IP54 / IP65) are the same.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before Reading This Manual ..........................................................................v
13.3 Accurate Calibration of Joint #2 .......................................................128
13.4 Calibration Procedure without using Calibration Wizard ..................130
14. Maintenance Parts List 134
14.1 Common Parts .................................................................................134
14.2 Parts by Environment Model ............................................................135
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Setup & Operation
This volume contains information for setup and operation of the
G1 series Manipulators.
Please read this volume thoroughly before setting up and
operating the Manipulators.
1. Safety
Installation and transportation of robots and robotic equipment shall be performed by
qualified personnel and should conform to all national and local codes. Please read this
manual and other related manuals before installing the robot system or before connecting
cables.
Keep this manual handy for easy access at all times.
1.1 Conventions
Important safety considerations are indicated throughout the manual by the following
symbols. Be sure to read the descriptions shown with each symbol.
WARNING
WARNING
Setup & Operation 1. Safety
This symbol indicates that a danger of possible serious injury or
death exists if the associated instructions are not followed
properly.
This symbol indicates that a danger of possible serious injury or
death caused by electric shock exists if the associated
instructions are not followed properly.
This symbol indicates that a danger of possible harm to people
CAUTION
or physical damage to equipment and facilities exists if the
associated instructions are not followed properly.
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Setup & Operation 1. Safety
1.2 Design and Installation Safety
Only trained personnel should design and install the robot system. Trained
personnel are defined as those who have taken robot system training and
maintenance training classes held by the manufacturer, dealer, or local
representative company, or those who understand the manuals thoroughly and
have the same knowledge and skill level as those who have completed the training
courses.
To ensure safety, a safeguard must be installed for the robot system. For details
on the safeguard, refer to the Installation and Design Precautions in the Safety
chapter of the EPSON RC+ User’s Guide.
The following items are safety precautions for design personnel:
■
Personnel who design and/or construct the robot system with this product must
read the Safety chapter in the EPSON RC+ User’s Guide to understand the
safety requirements before designing and/or constructing the robot system.
Designing and/or constructing the robot system without understanding the safety
requirements is extremely hazardous, may result in serious bodily injury and/or
severe equipment damage to the robot system, and may cause serious safety
problems.
WARNING
■
The Manipulator and the Controller must be used within the environmental
conditions described in their respective manuals. This product has been
designed and manufactured strictly for use in a normal indoor environment.
Using the product in an environment that exceeds the specified environmental
conditions may not only shorten the life cycle of the product but may also cause
serious safety problems.
■
The robot system must be used within the installation requirements described in
the manuals. Using the robot system outside of the installation requirements
may not only shorten the life cycle of the product but also cause serious safety
problems.
Further precautions for installation are mentioned in the chapter Setup & Operation: 3. Environments and Installation. Please read this chapter carefully to
understand safe installation procedures before installing the robots and robotic
equipment.
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1.3 Operation Safety
The following items are safety precautions for qualified Operator personnel:
■
Please carefully read the Safety-related Requirements in the Safety chapter of
the EPSON RC+ User’s Guide before operating the robot system. Operating
the robot system without understanding the safety requirements is extremely
hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury and/or severe equipment
damage to the robot system.
■
Do not enter the operating area of the Manipulator while the power to the robot
system is turned ON. Entering the operating area with the power ON is
extremely hazardous and may cause serious safety problems as the Manipulator
may move even if it seems to be stopped.
■
WARNING
Before operating the robot system, make sure that no one is inside the
safeguarded area. The robot system can be operated in the mode for teaching
even when someone is inside the safeguarded area.
The motion of the Manipulator is always in restricted (low speeds and low power)
status to secure the safety of an operator. However, operating the robot system
while someone is inside the safeguarded area is extremely hazardous and may
result in serious safety problems in case that the Manipulator moves
unexpectedly.
Setup & Operation 1. Safety
WARNING
CAUTION
■
Immediately press the Emergency Stop switch whenever the Manipulator moves
abnormally while the robot system is operated.
■
To shut off power to the robot system, pull out the power plug from the power
source. Be sure to connect the AC power cable to a power receptacle. DO
NOT connect it directly to a factory power source.
■
Before performing any replacement procedure, turn OFF the Controller and
related equipment, and then pull out the power plug from the power source.
Performing any replacement procedure with the power ON is extremely
hazardous and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of the robot
system.
■
Do not insert or pull out the motor connectors while the power to the robot system
is turned ON. Inserting or pulling out the motor connectors with the power ON is
extremely hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury as the Manipulator
may move abnormally, and also may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of
the robot system.
■
Whenever possible, only one person should operate the robot system. If it is
necessary to operate the robot system with more than one person, ensure that all
people involved communicate with each other as to what they are doing and take
all necessary safety precautions.
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Setup & Operation 1. Safety
1.4 Emergency Stop
If the Manipulator moves abnormally during operation, immediately press the Emergency
Stop switch. Stops the power supply to the motor, and the arm stops in the shortest
distance with the dynamic brake and mechanical brake.
However, avoid pressing the Emergency Stop switch unnecessarily while the Manipulator
is running normally. Otherwise, the Manipulator may hit the peripheral equipment since
the operating trajectory while the robot system stops is different from that in normal
operation.
To place the system in emergency mode during normal operation, press the Emergency
Stop switch when the Manipulator is not moving.
Refer to the Controller manual for instructions on how to wire the Emergency Stop switch
circuit.
Free running distance in emergency
The operating Manipulator cannot stop immediately after the Emergency Stop switch is
pressed.
The free running time/angle/distance of the Manipulator are shown below. However,
remember that the values vary depending on following conditions.
Weight of the end effector Weight of work piece Operating pose
Weight Speed Accel etc.
Conditions for measurement
Accel setting 100
Speed setting 100
Load [kg] 1
Weight setting 1
Point where the
emergency stop
signal is input
Joint #1
Free running
time
Free running
angle
Free running
distance
Joint #1 + Joint #2 [sec.]
Joint #3 [sec.]
Joint #1 [deg.]
Joint #2 [deg.]
Joint #1 + Joint #2 [deg.]
Joint #3 [mm]
Joint #2
Controller RC180 / RC620
Manipulator
Stop point
G1-171*/ G1-171*ZG1-221*/ G1-221*Z
0.4
0.3
40 50
40 45
80 95
Start point of
operation
Target point
50
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Setup & Operation 1. Safety
1.5 Emergency Movement Without Drive Power
When the system is placed in emergency mode, push the arm or joint of the
Manipulator by hand as shown below:
Arm #1 .............Push the arm by hand.
Arm #2 .............Push the arm by hand.
Joint #3 ............ The joint cannot be moved up/down by hand until the
electromagnetic brake applied to the joint has been released.
Move the joint up/down while pressing the brake release
button.
Joint #4........... Rotate the shaft by hand.
Joint #3 brake release button
Joint #2
(rotating)
NOTE
)
Arm #2
Joint #1
(rotating)
Joint #3
(up/down)
Shaft
Joint #4
(rotating)
When the brake release button is pressed in emergency mode, the brake for Joint #3 is
released. Be careful of the shaft while the brake release button is pressed because the
shaft may be lowered by the weight of an end effector.
Arm #1
Base
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Setup & Operation 1. Safety
1.6 Manipulator Labels
The following labels are attached near the locations of the Manipulator where specific
dangers exist.
Be sure to comply with descriptions and warnings on the labels to operate and maintain
the Manipulator safely.
Do not tear, damage, or remove the labels. Use meticulous care when handling those
parts or units to which the following labels are attached as well as the nearby areas:
A
B
C
D
Labels NOTE
Before loosening the base mounting screws, hold the arm
and secure it tightly with a band to prevent hands or fingers
from being caught in the Manipulator.
Be careful to avoid collision.
Hazardous voltage exists while the Manipulator is ON.
To avoid electric shock, do not touch any internal electric
parts.
Only authorized personnel should perform sling work and
operate a crane and a forklift.
When these operations are performed by unauthorized
personnel, it is extremely hazardous and may result in
serious bodily injury and/or severe equipment damage to
the robot system.
E
Be careful of the hand falling while the brake release
button is being pressed.
F
G
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Setup & Operation 1. Safety
Location of Labels
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
2. Specifications
2.1 Features of G1 series Manipulators
The G1 series Manipulators are high-performance manipulators intended to space saving,
achieve high speed, high DUTY, and high rigidity.
The features of the G1 series Manipulators are as follows:
High Accuracy & High Speed & High Rigidity
Repeating positioning accuracy is ± 0.005 mm
Æ Optimum for precision assembling production line
Cycle time under 0.3 seconds (with 175 mm arm)
* When moving 100 mm in horizontally, 25 mm in vertically with load 0.5 kg
Small body yet powerful (Press force: 50N)
Space Saving
Achieves the motion area equivalent to the upper class robot with 225 mm arm
Easy-to-Use
You can easily operate the Light & Compact body
3-Axis Spec
Optimum for screw driving and pressing work using the hand offset
2.2 Model Number
G1-17 1 S Z-UL
For details of the specifications, refer to Setup & Operation: 2.4 Specifications.
UL specification
UL : UL compliant
□
: Non UL compliant
Axis
□
: 4-axis spec
Z: 3-axis spec
Environment
S: Standard
C: Cleanroom &ESD
Joint #3 stroke
1: 100 mm
Arm length
17 : 175 mm
22 : 225 mm
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2.3 Part Names and Outer Dimensions
Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
2.3.1 4-axis spec
Part Names : Standard-model (G1-***S)
Fitting (black)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black)
for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
Joint #3
Brake release switch
Fittings (white) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
LED
Cable
MT label
(only for special order)
NOTE
)
UR label
Shaft
Base
Signal cable
Power cable
Fittings (white)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Face plate (Manipulator serial No.)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
Fitting (black) for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
CE label
- The brake release button affects only Joint #3. When the brake release button is
pressed in emergency mode, the brake for Joint #3 is released simultaneously.
- When the LED lamp is lighting or the controller power is on, the current is being
applied to the manipulator. Performing any work with the power ON is extremely
hazardous and it may result in electric shock and/or improper function of the robot
system. Make sure to turn OFF the controller power before the maintenance work.
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
Part Dimension : Standard-model (G1-***S)
G1-171S G1-221S
a75 125
bMax.515 Max.545
(*) indicates the stroke margin
by mechanical stop.
Reference through hole
(View from the bottom of the base)
90 or more
Space for cables
1mm
flat cut
Detail of “A”
(Calibration point position of
Joints #3 and #4)
not penetrable
shaft diameter
mechanical stop
diameter
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
Part Names : Cleanroom-model (G1-***C)
Fitting (black)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black)
for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
Joint #3
Brake release switch
Fittings (white) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
LED
Cable
MT label
(only for special order)
NOTE
)
Belows
Shaft
Base
Signal cable
Power cable
Fittings (white)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Face plate (Manipulator serial No.)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
Exhaust port
Fitting (black) for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
UR label
CE label
- The brake release button affects only Joint #3. When the brake release button is
pressed in emergency mode, the brake for Joint #3 is released simultaneously.
- When the LED lamp is lighting or the controller power is on, the current is being
applied to the manipulator. Performing any work with the power ON is extremely
hazardous and it may result in electric shock and/or improper function of the robot
system. Make sure to turn OFF the controller power before the maintenance work.
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
Part Dimension : Cleanroom-model (G1-***C)
G1-171C G1-221C
a75 125
bMax.515 Max.545
(*) indicates the stroke margin
by mechanical stop.
Reference through hole
(View from the bottom of the base)
1mm flat cut
90 or more
Space for cables
not penetrable
shaft diameter
mechanical stop
diameter
Detail of “A”
(Calibration point position of
Joints #3 and #4)
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
2.3.2 3-axis spec
Part Names : Standard-model (G1-***Z)
Fitting (black)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black)
for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
Joint #3
Brake release switch
Fittings (white) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
LED
Cable
NOTE
)
MT label
(only for special order)
UR label
Shaft
Base
Signal cable
Power cable
Fittings (white)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Face plate (Manipulator serial No.)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
Fitting (black) for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
CE label
- The brake release button affects only Joint #3. When the brake release button is
pressed in emergency mode, the brake for Joint #3 is released simultaneously.
- When the LED lamp is lighting or the controller power is on, the current is being
applied to the manipulator. Performing any work with the power ON is extremely
hazardous and it may result in electric shock and/or improper function of the robot
system. Make sure to turn OFF the controller power before the maintenance work.
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
Part Dimension : Standard-model (G1-***Z)
G1-171Z G1-221Z
a75 125
bMax.515 Max.545
(*) indicates the stroke margin
by mechanical stop.
2-M3
Through hole
(View from the bottom of the base)
Reference through hole
1mm flat cut
(Calibration point position of
90 or more
Space for cables
shaft diameter
Detail of “A”
Joints #3 and #4)
not penetrable
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
Part Names : Cleanroom-model (G1-***CZ)
Fitting (black)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black)
for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
Joint #3
Brake release switch
Fittings (white) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
LED
Belows
Belows
Shaft
Signal cable
Base
Cable
MT label
(only for special order)
UR label
CE label
Face plate (Manipulator serial No.)
User connector
(9-pin D-sub connector)
User connector
(15-pin D-sub connector)
Power cable
Fittings (white)
for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
Exhaust port
Fitting (black) for ø4 mm pneumatic tube
Fitting (black) for ø6 mm pneumatic tube
NOTE
)
- The brake release button affects only Joint #3. When the brake release button is
pressed in emergency mode, the brake for Joint #3 is released simultaneously.
- When the LED lamp is lighting or the controller power is on, the current is being
applied to the manipulator. Performing any work with the power ON is extremely
hazardous and it may result in electric shock and/or improper function of the robot
system. Make sure to turn OFF the controller power before the maintenance work.
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Setup & Operation 2. Specifications
(
Part Dimension : Cleanroom-model (G1-***CZ)
G1-171CZ G1-221CZ
a75 125
bMax.515 Max.545
(*) indicates the stroke margin
by mechanical stop.
Reference through hole
View from the bottom of the base)
1mm flat cut
shaft diameter
Detail of “A”
(Calibration point position of
Joints #3 and #4)
90 or more
Space for cables
not penetrable
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