Welding start5
Robot ready5
Operating modes5
Master selection twin8
Gas Test8
Wire feed8
Wire retract9
Touch sensing10
Torch blow out11
Source error reset11
Job number11
Program number12
Welding simulation12
SynchroPuls disable12
SFI disable12
Pulse/dynamic correction disable12
Full power range12
Burn-back disable12
Power (command value)12
Arc length correction (command value)13
Pulse correction (command value)13
Burn-back (command value)13
Dynamic Power Control DPC enable13
Other signals used for TIG welding14
Cold wire disable14
External box14
DC/AC process15
DC- / DC+ process15
Cap shaping15
Pulse disable15
Pulse range selection15
Main current (set value)15
External parameter (set value)15
Base current (set value)15
Duty cycle (set value)16
Duty cycle disable16
Base current disable16
Wirefeed speed Fd.1 (set value)16
High frequency active16
Other signals used for HAP mode17
Pulse disable17
Pulse range selection17
Main current (set value)17
External parameter (set value)17
Ground current (set value)17
Duty cycle (set value)17
Duty cycle disable17
Base current disable17
High frequency active18
Output signals to the robot19
Arc stable (current flow signal)19
Limit signal19
Process active19
Main current signal19
Collision protection19
Power source ready19
Communication ready19
Error number19
Stick control20
EN
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Robot access20
Welding wire available20
Short circuit timeout20
Data documentation ready20
Pulse high20
Welding voltage (real value)20
Welding current (real value)20
Motor current (real value)20
Arc length (real value)21
Wire speed (real value)21
Power outside range21
Error number21
Error number UBST26
Example of a Program list (M 0164)27
Program list27
Signal waveform when selecting via program number and command values with no errors30
Signal waveform when selecting via job number with no errors32
Signal waveform when selecting via program number and command values with errors34
Signal waveform when selecting via job number with errors36
Signal waveform when selecting via job number with limit signal (warning)38
Signal waveform when selecting via job number with limit signal (machine stops)40
Fronius-recommended procedures42
Simultaneously selecting the “Job number“ or “Program number“ signal and the “Welding
start“ signal
Recommended procedures for job/program selection without changing the characteristics42
Recommended procedures for job/program selection and changing the characteristic or
operating mode
Setting the time gap43
42
42
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Input signals to the power source
Welding startThe „Welding start“ signal starts the welding process. The welding process con-
tinues until „Welding start“ is reset. Exceptions:
„Robot ready“ signal deactivated
-
Power source warning of internal error (e.g.: overtemperature, water short-
-
age, etc.).
If the Robot interface has been plugged in, the power source will automatically
be in 2-step mode.
Robot readyRobot sets signal once it is ready to start welding. If the robot resets the signal
during welding, the power source ends the welding process. The robot control
outputs error number 38. "-St oP-" appears on the power source display.
The "Robot ready" signal is reset once the power source is switched on.
NOTE!
If the "Robot ready" signal is not set, the commands or set values listed do not
function.
EN
Operating modes
Standard program
If the welding parameters are selected using the set values and program numbers, the standard programs in the database are accessed.
Pulsed arc program
If the welding parameters are selected using the set values and program numbers, the pulsed-arc programs in the database are accessed.
Job Mode
Welding parameters are selected using the data saved in the jobs.
Internal parameter selection
The control panel or a remote control allows all the set values and program
numbers for the welding operation to be preset. This enables jobs to be created
and stored easily. All other signals are output via the robot. Inputs can also be
made during welding.
Manual
The "Wire speed" and "Welding voltage" parameters can be set independently
when "Manual" mode is activated.
In all other modes, the values for parameters "Wire speed" and "Welding
voltage" are calculated using the input signal for the "Welding power" set value.
In "Manual" mode, the parameters "Wire speed" and "Welding voltage" are adjusted as follows:
Control the "Wire speed" parameter using the input signal "Welding power
-
(set value)"
The "Welding voltage" parameter is controlled using the input signal "Arc
-
length correction (set value)"
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NOTE!
In "Manual" mode, the "Arc length correction (set value)" input signal (0 - 10 V)
can take one of the following welding voltage values:
TPS 4000 / 5000... 0 - 10 V corresponds to a welding voltage of 10 - 40 V
▶
TPS 2700... 0- 10 V corresponds to a welding voltage of 10 - 34 V
▶
Control the "Arc-force dynamic" parameter using the input signal "Pulse/
▶
dynamic correction"
CC / CV
The "CC / CV" mode (constant current/constant voltage) is available as an option for the field bus interface for robot controls.
System requirements:
Software version 2.85.1 (power source)
-
Software version 1.50.38 (wirefeeder)
-
Option for operating the power source with either constant welding voltage or
constant welding current.
With the "CC / CV" option, there is a limited selection with the "parameter selection" key on the left-hand display (as follows):
Welding current
-
Wire speed
-
and with F2, the wire drive current consumption
-
Limited selection on the right-hand display with the "parameter selection" key
(as follows):
"Welding voltage" parameter
-
Moreover, the following parameters are no longer available with the "CC/CV"
option:
Processes using the "Process" key
-
Modes using the "Modes" key
-
Material using the "Material" key
-
Wire diameter using the "Wire diameter" key
-
Available input signals:
NOTE!
The input signals listed below will be available when "CC/CV" mode is selected.
These input signals assume different functions in this mode compared with other
modes.
"Welding power set value" input signal
Specifies the welding current
"Arc length correction" input signal
Specifies the wire speed
(with official UST V3.21.46 firmware: specifies the welding voltage)
"Puls correction" input signal
Specifies the welding voltage
(with official UST V3.21.46 firmware: specifies the wire speed)
"Welding start" input signal
Starts the welding current
The welding current remains on for as long as the signal is set
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IMPORTANT!
The input signal "Welding start" only starts the welding current, not the
wirefeed or the gas solenoid valve.
"Wire feed" input signal
Starts the wire feed at the specified wire speed
The wire feed remains on for as long as the signal is set
"Wire retract" input signal
Starts the wire retraction at the specified wire speed
The wire retraction remains on for as long as the signal is set
Input signal "Robot ready"
remains unchanged
Input signal "Gas test"
remains unchanged
Specifying a set value for the welding current:
Use the "Robot ready" and "Source error reset" input signals to set up the
-
power source for welding
Use the "Welding power (set value)" input signal to specify the desired
-
welding current
Use the "Pulse/dynamic correction" input signal to enter a value that the
-
welding voltage is not to exceed
EN
IMPORTANT!
If no maximum welding voltage is required, use the "Pulse/dynamic correction"
input signal to specify the highest possible welding voltage.
If the welding voltage rises above that specified, maintaining the selected welding current will not be possible.
Specifying a set value for the welding voltage:
Use the "Robot ready" and "Source error reset" input signals to set up the
-
power source for welding
Use the "Pulse/dynamic correction (set value)" input signal to specify the
-
required welding voltage
Use the "Welding power (set value)" input signal to enter a value that the
-
welding current is not to exceed.
IMPORTANT!
If no maximum welding current is required, use the "Welding power (set value)"
input signal to specify the highest possible welding current.
If the welding current rises above that specified, maintaining the selected welding voltage will not be possible.
Specifying a set value for the wire speed:
Use the "Arc length correction" input signal to set the required wire speed
-
Use the "Welding start" input signal to start the welding current
-
Start the wire feed with the "Wire feed" input signal
-
IMPORTANT!
Specifying set values can only be done with the robot, as "Internal parameter
selection" is a separate mode.
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TIG
The TIG welding process is selected. The required welding current is obtained
from the "Welding power" set value input signal.
HAP (Hot Active Plasma)
The HAP welding process is selected. The required process current is obtained
from the "Welding current" set value input signal.
CMT/Special process
The TIG welding process is selected. The required welding current is obtained
from the "Welding power" set value input signal.
CMT / Special Process mode is used in the following CMT processes: CMT,
CMT + Pulse, CMT Advanced
NOTE!
Neither the welding process nor the currently selected characteristic can be
changed during CMT Advanced welding.
To change the welding process or characteristic:
first, end the CMT Advanced process
-
wait 300 - 800 ms
-
Another welding process or characteristic cannot be selected during this
time
Resume the welding process with another welding process or characteristic
-
Master selection
twin
Gas TestThe "Gas test" signal operates the gas solenoid valve. It corresponds to the gas
Wire feed
The Master selection twin signal determines which power source will act as master and which as slave.
test button on the power source or wirefeeder control panel. It sets the required
gas-flow rate on the pressure regulator.
IMPORTANT!
During welding, controls the power source gas pre- and post-flow.
This command therefore does not need to be carried out on the robot control.
WARNING!
Risk of injury from emerging welding wire!
Keep the welding torch away from your face and body.
▶
The "Wire feed" signal starts the wirefeed and corresponds to the "Feeder inching" button on the power source control panel or wirefeeder. The wire is fed into
the hosepack without any accompanying current or gas.
The feeder inching speed is determined by the corresponding setting in the
power source setup menu.
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NOTE!
(2) vD (m/min / ipm)
t (s)
123452,5
1
Fdi
(1)
The "Wire feed" input signal has priority over the "Wire retract" signal.
If both signals are present at the same time, the wire feed continues.
IMPORTANT!
To facilitate the exact positioning of the wire electrode, the following procedure
is executed when the "wire inching" signal is set:
(1)Wire inching signal
Signal remains for up to one
-
second: irrespective of what value
has been set, the wire speed (2) remains at 1 m/min or 39.37 ipm for
the first second.
Signal remains for up to 2.5
-
seconds: after one second has
elapsed, the wire speed (2) increases at a uniform rate over the
next 1.5 seconds.
Signal remains for more than 2.5
-
seconds: after 2.5 seconds, the
wire is fed at a constant rate equal
Time-path of the wire speed when the digital input signal "Wire inching" is set
to the wire speed set for the Fdi
welding parameter.
EN
IMPORTANT!
If the input signal "Cold wire disable" is also set, then the output signal "Wire
speed" applies, rather than "Fdi".
The input signal "Wire inching" starts immediately with the set value for the wire
speed. In this case, the figure does not apply.
Wire retractThe "Wire retract" signal causes the wire to be retracted. The wire speed is de-
termined by the corresponding setting in the power source setup menu.
NOTE!
Do not allow long lengths of wire to be retracted, as the wire is not wound onto
the wirespool.
IMPORTANT!
To facilitate the exact positioning of the wire electrode, the following procedure
is executed when the "Wire retract" signal is set:
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(2) vD (m/min / ipm)
t (s)
123452,5
1
Fdi
(1)
(1)Wire inching signal
Signal remains for up to one
-
second: irrespective of what value
has been set, the wire speed (2) remains at 1 m/min or 39.37 ipm for
the first second.
Signal remains for up to 2.5
-
seconds: after one second has
elapsed, the wire speed (2) increases at a uniform rate over the
next 1.5 seconds.
Signal remains for more than 2.5
-
seconds: after 2.5 seconds, the
wire is fed at a constant rate equal
Time-path of the wire speed when the digital input signal "Wire inching" is set
to the wire speed set for the "Fdi"
welding parameter.
IMPORTANT!
If the input signal "Cold wire disable" is also set, then the output signal "Wire
speed" applies to the retract speed, rather than "Fdi".
The digital input signal "Wire retract" starts retracting the wire immediately with
the analogue set value for the wire speed. In this case, the figure does not apply.
Touch sensing
IMPORTANT!
The “Touch sensing“ function is only supported by power sources with serial
numbers 2.65.001 and above.
The “Touch sensing“ signal can be used to indicate that the welding wire/gas
nozzle has made contact with the workpiece (short-circuit between workpiece
and welding wire/gas nozzle).
If the “Touch sensing“ signal is set, the control panel on the power source shows
“touch“. There will be a voltage of 30 V on the filler wire/gas nozzle (current limited to 3 A).
The fact that a short-circuit has occurred is transmitted to the robot control via
the “arc stable“ signal (see “Output signals“).
IMPORTANT!
Output of the “arc stable“ signal takes about 0.5 s longer than the duration of
the short-circuit current.
No welding can take place while the “Touch sensing“ signal is set. To interrupt the
welding process for position detection:
Set the “Touch sensing“ signal using the robot control
1.
Power source stops welding after the set burn-back time has elapsed (can be
2.
set in the power source set-up menu)
Carry out position detection
3.
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IMPORTANT!
If the position is to be detected when the workpiece touches the gas nozzle (instead of the filler wire), connect the gas nozzle to the welding current lead using
an RC element (see Fig. „Wire inching“).
The use of an RC element is mandatory so that if the gas nozzle touches the
(1)
C1: 2,2 µF / 160 V / 10 %
C2: 4,7 µF / 160 V / 10 %
R: 10 kOhm / 1 W / 10 %
(2)
workpiece during welding,
there are no excessive currents across the gas nozzle - welding current lead
-
connection
the welding process is not affected
-
If the gas nozzle makes contact, the short-circuit current flows for approx. 4ms
until the RC element capacitors are charged. To ensure contact by the robot control is always detected, the current flow signal lasts 0.5 s longer than the shortcircuit current..
(1)Welding current lead
(2)Gas nozzle
EN
RC element for connecting the welding current
lead to the gas nozzle
Torch blow outIf an additional solenoid valve for compressed air is installed in the robot feeder,
it can be controlled by the “Torch blow out“ command. The “Torch blow out“ signal is used to clear the gas nozzle of dirt after cleaning the torch.
Source error reset
When a fault occurs, this remains until the robot control sends the "Source error
reset" signal to the power source. The reason for the fault must first however be
rectified. As the signal level is controlled, it does not react to a rising edge. If the
source error reset signal is always HIGH, any error that occurs is reset immediately after it has been rectified.
IMPORTANT!
The "Welding start" signal must not be on the robot, since the power source
would start welding again as soon as the fault is rectified.
If a non-programmed characteristic is selected, "no | PrG" appears on the displays. The robot control turns off the "power source ready" signal. To reset, select an occupied program location.
Job numberUsing this 8-bit signal, the welding operation is carried out with the welding para-
meters saved under the selected job number. By selecting job number 0, the job
can be selected on the control panel.
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Program numberiWelding does not take place in job mode. If power, arc length correction, pulse
correction and burn-back are all specified, the filler metal, gas and wire diameter
used are specified via this program number.
To select the program on the power source control panel, select program number 0 on the robot control.
Welding simulation
SynchroPuls disable
SFI disableThe “SFI disable“ signal deactivates the SFI function in the power source if re-
Pulse/dynamic
correction disable
The power source simulates a „real“ welding process using the „Welding simulation“ command. A welding path programmed in the robot control can therefore
be simulated without actually welding. All signals are set, just like the real thing
(arc stable, process active, main current signal)..However, the following do not
occur:
Arc ignition
-
Wire feed
-
Activation of gas solenoid valve.
-
The “SynchroPuls disable“ signal deactivates the SynchroPuls function in the
power source if required. The signal can be set before or during welding.
quired. The signal can only be set before welding begins.
In synergic mode, the power, arc length correction, arc-force dynamic/pulse correction and burn-back (command values) must be specified from the robot. If
the „Pulse/dynamic correction disable“ signal is set, the internal command value
in the power source is used, rather than that in the interface..
Full power rangeIf the “Full power range“ signal is set, the welding power is not specified in the
same way as in synergic mode, i.e. from vDmin - vDmax (0 - 100%) of the selected
characteristic, but uses an absolute value between 0 - 30 m/min (0 - 100%). The
maximum wirefeed speed of the connected wirefeeder is not taken into account.
Burn-back disable
Power (command value)
In synergic mode, the robot must specify the command values for power, arc
length correction, arc-force dynamic/pulse correction and burn-back. If the
“Burn-back disable“ signal is set, the internal power source (not interface) command value is used.
By specifying a value between 0 - 65535 (0-100 %), the welding power is set to
the selected characteristic. This setting is only active in program standard and
program pulsed-arc modes.
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Arc length correction (command value)
The arc length is corrected by specifying a value between 0 - 65535 (-30 % to
+30 %). The arc voltage is then changed, but not the wire speed.
0Arc voltage-30 %(shorter arc)
32767Arc voltage0 %(shorter arc)
65535Arc voltage+30 %(shorter arc)
This setting is only active when program standard and program pulsed-arc modes
are used.
EN
Pulse correction
(command value)
Burn-back (command value)
By specifying a value between 0 - 255 (-5 % to +5 %), the arc-force dynamic
(standard) or droplet detachment force (pulse) is corrected.
0Pulse voltage correction-5 %
127Pulse voltage correction0 %
255Pulse voltage correction+5 %
This setting is only active when program standard and program pulsed-arc modes
are used.
By specifying a value between 0 - 255 (-200 ms to +200 ms), the length of wire
left free after welding is corrected. The shorter the burn-off time, the longer the
free wire length.
0programmed value-200 ms
127saved value0 ms
255programmed value+200 ms
This setting is only active when program standard and program pulsed-arc modes
are used..
Dynamic Power
Control DPC enable
When the signal is set, the power source independently calculates the wire feed
speed (power).
The calculation is based on the following values:
the selected characteristic (Synergic mode)
-
the desired a-dimension of the weld seam (fillet weld)
-
he actual robot speed value
-
The set value of the a-dimension (0-20) is determined from the power signal. If
the calculated power is outside of the characteristic range, the “Power out of
range“ signal is output.
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Other signals used for TIG welding
ProfiNet IRTFO
ProfiNet IRTFO
Cold wire disableThe “KD disable” signal facilitates the changeover from internal to external con-
trol of the cold-wire feed unit:
“KD disable“ not set = “KD enable“:
-
Internal control of the cold-wire feed unit via the power source
“KD disable“ set:
-
External control of the cold-wire feed unit via the robot interface
External or internal control of the cold-wire feed unit affects the following functions:
on the interface (external box), a cold-wire feeder must not be connected to the
LocalNet sockets of the interface.
Instead, a cold-wire feeder must be connected directly to the TIG power source
via a passive distributor, to ensure trouble-free operation.
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DC/AC processThe “AC/DC“ signal is for selecting the corresponding operating mode.
AC...HIGH
DC...LOW
EN
DC- / DC+ process
Cap shapingThe cap-shaping signal enables automatic cap-shaping when the AC welding pro-
Pulse disableThe “Pulse disable“ signal deactivates the pulse function in the power source if
The “DC- / DC+“ signal is for selecting the corresponding operating mode.
DC+...HIGH
DC-...LOW
cess is selected. For optimum results, this function takes account of the pre-set
electrode diameter. The automatic cap-shaping function ensures that the optimum cap is formed during welding start-up.
IMPORTANT!
No further cap-shaping is needed at the next welding start-up.
After the cap-shaping function has been performed once, it is deactivated for
every subsequent welding start-up.
required.
Pulse range selection
Main current (set
value)
External parameter (set value)
Base current (set
value)
The “Pulse range selection bit 0, bit 1, bit 2“ signal is for setting the pulse frequency range.
By specifying a value between 0 - 65535 (0-100 %), the main current is set to the
selected characteristic.
The “External parameter (set value)“ signal allows a freely definable parameter to
be activated.
IMPORTANT!
The power source operating instructions contain a much more detailed description of the external parameter, as well as the functions it can perform.
By specifying a value between 0 - 255 (0 % to 100 %), the welding current is reduced to the base current in TIG pulse mode.
00 %
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12750 %
255100 %
Duty cycle (set
value)
Duty cycle disable
Base current disable
Wirefeed speed
Fd.1 (set value)
Alters the ratio of pulse duration to base current duration when the pulse frequency has been selected. Value range 0 - 255 (10 % to 100 %).
00 %
12740 %
255100 %
The “Duty cycle disable“ signal deactivates the “Duty cycle (set value)“ function
in the power source if required.
The “Base current disable“ signal deactivates the “Base current (set value)“ function in the power source if required.
The signal is for controlling the wirefeed speed when using a cold-wire feed unit.
High frequency
active
This signal activates the high frequency ignition. The HF pulses depend on the
value set in the power source. (Setting range: 0.01 s - 0.4 s).
NOTE!
If there are problems with sensitive equipment in the immediate vicinity, increase the HFt parameter to a maximum of 0.
4 s. Further details on setting the HFt parameter can be found in the power
source operating instructions.
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Other signals used for HAP mode
Pulse disableThe “Pulse disable“ signal deactivates the pulse function in the power source if
required.
EN
Pulse range selection
Main current (set
value)
External parameter (set value)
Ground current
(set value)
The “Pulse range selection bit 0, bit 1, bit 2“ signal is for setting the pulse frequency range.
By specifying a value between 0 - 65535 (0-100 %), the main current is set to the
selected characteristic.
The “External parameter (set value)“ signal allows a freely definable parameter to
be activated.
IMPORTANT!
The power source operating instructions contain a much more detailed description of the external parameter, as well as the functions it can perform.
By specifying a value between 0 - 255 (0% to 100%), the process current is reduced to the base current in HAP pulse mode.
00%
Duty cycle (set
value)
Duty cycle disable
Base current disable
12750%
255100%
Alters the ratio of pulse duration to base current duration when the pulse frequency has been selected. Value range 0 - 255 (10 % to 100 %).
00 %
12740 %
255100 %
The “Duty cycle disable“ signal deactivates the “Duty cycle (set value)“ function
in the power source if required.
The “Base current disable“ signal deactivates the “Base current (set value)“ function in the power source if required.
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High frequency
active
This signal activates the high frequency ignition. The HF pulses depend on the
value set in the power source. (Setting range: 0.01 s - 0.4 s).
NOTE!
If there are problems with sensitive equipment in the immediate vicinity, increase the HFt parameter to a maximum of 0.
4 s. Further details on setting the HFt parameter can be found in the power
source operating instructions.
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Output signals to the robot
EN
Arc stable (current flow signal)
Limit signalThis signal is only available when connected to the RCU5000i remote control
Process activeRobot sets the “Welding start“ signal:
This signal is set if the arc is stable after welding has started. The signal informs
the robot control that ignition was successful and the arc is present.
unit. The signal is set if there is a limit exceed of actual wirefeed speed value, motor current, welding current and welding voltage.
Gas pre-flow time elapses
-
Arc ignites
-
Arc goes out.
-
Gas post-flow time elapses.
-
Robot resets signal
-
Informs the robot that welding is still in progress. So, for example, to ensure optimum gas shielding, the length of time the robot remains in position can be synchronised at the end of the weld seam.
Main current signal
Collision protection
Power source
ready
Communication
ready
This signal shows the main current phase.
For the most part, the robot torch is fitted with a collision cut-off box attached
to the front of the holder on the robot arm. As soon as the robot arm meets a
solid obstacle (component, clamping device, etc.), contact with the collision cutoff box is interrupted and signalled to the system. The control must stop the robot immediately.
If the power source is ready to weld, this output is switched to HIGH. The signal
goes out and error number 38 is output if:
an error occurs on the power source
-
there is no “power source ready” signal
-
The exact cause of the error is transmitted to the field bus by means of an error
number.
As a rule, the field bus node is supplied externally, e.g. via the robot control. The
“Communication ready“ signal informs the robot control that the power source is
ready for data communication.
Error numberWhen an error occurs (“power source ready“ signal not illuminated), the error
number can help to isolate the cause of the error.
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Stick controlIf welding is not finished properly, the wire can be welded to the workpiece. The
power source detects the stuck wire and extinguishes the “Robot ready“ signal.
Welding continues once the welded wire is released.
Robot accessThe “Robot access“ signal shows whether internal or external parameter setting
is selected.
IMPORTANT!
“Robot access“ is only available when connected to the RCU5000i remote control unit.
Welding wire
available
Short circuit
timeout
Data documentation ready
Pulse highThe “Pulse high“ signal is for pulse synchronisation (robot)
If no welding wire is detected by the wire-end sensor, the “wire available“ signal is
shown as low.
IMPORTANT!
“Welding wire available“ has no significance unless connected to a wire-end
sensor.
If no wire-end sensor is installed, the “welding wire available“ signal is shown as
high.
This signal shows that the short circuit time has been exceeded (greater than 78
ms).
This signal shows that data documentation is operational via RCU receiver.
Welding voltage
(real value)
Welding current
(real value)
Motor current
(real value)
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During welding, transmits the welding voltage measured (between 0 - 100 V). The
value on the field bus is between 0 - 65535. In idle, the HOLD value becomes the
welding voltage command value immediately after welding.
During welding, transmits the welding current measured (between 0 - 1000 A).
The value on the field bus is between 0 - 65535. In idle, the HOLD value becomes
the welding current command value immediately after welding.
During welding, transmits the motor current measured (between 0-5 A). The
value on the field bus is between 0 - 255.
Arc length (real
(2)
vD
min
*
vD
max
*
vD (m/min)
0
30
(3)
(1)
(1)
value)
This specially filtered welding voltage signal is the real value for AVC control (0 50 V).
EN
Wire speed (real
value)
Power outside
range
During the welding process, the actual wirefeed speed value measured (0 - vDmax) is transmitted. The value on the field bus is between 0 - 255. In idle the wire
command value is transmitted.
The “Power outside range“ signal is set if the “Full power range“ signal is set and
the wirefeed speed command value on the selected characteristic lies above or
below the possible wirefeed speed.
(1)Power out of range
(2)Synergic mode 0 - 100 %
(3)Full power range 0 - 100 %
* vDmin and vDmax depend on which wirefeeder is connected
Error numberAfter an error has occurred („power source ready“ signal goes out), the error
number (A09 - A16) helps isolate the cause of the error. The following errors may
be transmitted:
Error
no.
Front displayError description
Remedy
0No error – power source ready
1no | PrgNo pre-programmed program has been selected
Select a pre-programmed program
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Error
no.
2ts1 | xxxOver-temperature in secondary circuit of the machine
3ts2 | xxxOver-temperature in secondary circuit of the machine
4ts3 | xxxOver-temperature in secondary circuit of the machine
5tp1 | xxxOver-temperature in primary circuit of the machine
6tp2 | xxxOver-temperature in primary circuit of the machine
7tp3 | xxxOver-temperature in primary circuit of the machine
8tp4 | xxxOver-temperature in primary circuit of the machine
9tp5 | xxxOver-temperature in primary circuit of the machine
10tp6 | xxxOver-temperature in primary circuit of the machine
Front displayError description
Remedy
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
Allow machine to cool down
11Err | tf1Temperature sensor fault (short circuit or open circuit)
Contact After-Sales Service.
12Err | tf2Temperature sensor fault (short circuit or open circuit)
Contact After-Sales Service.
13Err | tf3Temperature sensor fault (short circuit or open circuit)
Contact After-Sales Service.
14Err | tf4Temperature sensor fault (short circuit or open circuit)
Contact After-Sales Service.
15Err | tf5Temperature sensor fault (short circuit or open circuit)
Contact After-Sales Service.
16Err | tf6Temperature sensor fault (short circuit or open circuit)
63EIF | 1.2Wrong bus module - Contact After-Sales Service
63EIF | 1.3Bus module not initialised - Contact After-Sales Ser-
63EIF | 2.1Installation set ROB I/O not connected - Contact
63EIF | 3.1Invalid interbus cycles occurred
63EIF | 4.xError in CFM, x stands for
63EIF | 5.xError in EEprom 2464, x stands for
Front displayError description
Remedy
vice
vice
After-Sales Service
Check data lines, otherwise contact After-Sales Service
1...CFM not found
2 - 8...Internal error
Contact After-Sales Service
1...Read error EEprom 1
2...Write error EEprom 1
3...Invalid data EEprom 1
4...Read error EEprom 2
5...Write error EEprom 2
6...Invalid data EEprom 2
Contact After-Sales Service
63EIF | 6.xError in Anybus-S module x stands for
1 - 8...Internal error
Contact After-Sales Service
63EIF | 7.xEthernet communication error, x stands for
1...Licence not activated in power source
Contact After-Sales Service
63EIF | 8.xCFM error, x stands for
1 - 4...Internal error
Contact After-Sales Service
63EIF | 9.1Phase error (only in conjunction with the software
configuration group interface), check the phases
63EIF | 10.1ProfiNet connection is interrupted (only in conjunction
with
Daimler Integra software configuration)
63EIF | 11.1Double selection process, (only in conjunction with the
software configuration group interface)
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Example of a Program list (M 0164)
EN
Program list
CodeFiller metalWireDiamet-erGas
1G3Si10,8C1 100 % CO2
2G3Si11C1 100 % CO2
3G3Si11,2C1 100 % CO2
4G3Si11,6C1 100 % CO2
5G3Si1SPM21 Ar+18%CO2
6G3Si10,8M21 Ar+18%CO2
7G3Si11M21 Ar+18%CO2
8G3Si11,2M21 Ar+18%CO2
9G3Si11,6M21 Ar+18%CO2
10G3Si1SPM21 Ar+18%CO2
11Hardfacing0,8M21 Ar+18%CO2
12Hardfacing1M21 Ar+18%CO2
13Hardfacing1,2M21 Ar+18%CO2
14Hardfacing1,6M21 Ar+18%CO2
15HardfacingSPM21 Ar+18%CO2
16AlSi50,8I1 100% Ar
17AlSi51I1 100% Ar
18AlSi51,2I1 100% Ar
19AlSi51,6I1 100% Ar
20AlSi5I1 100% Ar
21AlMg50,8I1 100% Ar
22AlMg51I1 100% Ar
23AlMg51,2I1 100% Ar
24AlMg51,6I1 100% Ar
25AlMg5SPI1 100% Ar
26Al99.50,8I1 100% Ar
27Al99.51I1 100% Ar
28Al99.51,2I1 100% Ar
29Al99.51,6I1 100% Ar
30Al99.5SPI1 100% Ar
31CuAl80,8I1 100% Ar
32CuAl81I1 100% Ar
33CuAl81,2I1 100% Ar
34CuAl81,6I1 100% Ar
35CuSi3SPI1 100% Ar
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CodeFiller metalWireDiamet-erGas
36CuSi30,8I1 100% Ar
37CuSi31I1 100% Ar
38CuSi31,2I1 100% Ar
39CuSi31,6I1 100% Ar
40CuSi3SPI1 100% Ar
41CrNi 19 90,8M12 Ar+2.5%CO
42CrNi 19 91M12 Ar+2.5%CO
43CrNi 19 91,2M12 Ar+2.5%CO
44CrNi 19 91,6M12 Ar+2.5%CO
45CrNi 19 9SPM12 Ar+2.5%CO
46CrNi 18 8 60,8M12 Ar+2.5%CO
47CrNi 18 8 61M12 Ar+2.5%CO
48CrNi 18 8 61,2M12 Ar+2.5%CO
49CrNi 18 8 61,6M12 Ar+2.5%CO
50CrNi 18 8 6SPM12 Ar+2.5%CO
51FCW rutile0,8M12 Ar+18%CO
52FCW rutile1M12 Ar+18%CO
53FCW rutile1,2M12 Ar+18%CO
54FCW rutile1,6M12 Ar+18%CO
55FCW rutileSPM12 Ar+18%CO
56FCW basic0,8M12 Ar+2.5%CO
57FCW basic1M12 Ar+18%CO
58FCW basic1,2M12 Ar+18%CO
59FCW basic1,6M12 Ar+18%CO
60FCW basicSPM12 Ar+18%CO
61FCW metall0,8M12 Ar+2.5%CO
62FCW metall1M12 Ar+18%CO
63FCW metall1,2M12 Ar+18%CO
64FCW metall1,6M12 Ar+18%CO
65FCW metallSPM12 Ar+18%CO
66FCW-CrNi0,8M12 Ar+2.5%CO
67FCW-CrNi1M12 Ar+18%CO
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68FCW-CrNi1,2M12 Ar+18%CO
69FCW-CrNi1,6M12 Ar+18%CO
70FCW-CrNiSPM12 Ar+18%CO
71SP10,8
72SP11
73SP11,2
74SP11,6
CodeFiller metalWireDiamet-erGas
75SP1SP
76SP20,8
77SP21
78SP21,2
79SP21,6
80SP2SP
EN
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Signal waveform when selecting via program
number and command values with no errors
Mode bit 0-2
Program standard /
pulsed-arc
Welding power (command
value)
(Welding power)
Arc length correction
(command value)
(Arc length correction)
Pulse correction (com-
mand value)
(Pulse correction)
Burn back time
(Burn back time)
Robot ready
(Robot ready)
Source error reset
(Source error reset)
Program number
(Program bit 0-6)
NOTE! Further information is available in the „Fronius-
Welding start
(Welding start)
recommended procedures“ sub-section
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Process active signal
(Process active signal)
Arc stable
(Arc stable)
Main current signal
(Main current signal)
Power source ready
(Power source ready)
Error number
(Error number)
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)
EN
(1)Gas pre-flow time
(2)Starting currrent
(3)Welding current
(4)End current
(5)Gas post-flow time
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Signal waveform when selecting via job number
with no errors
Robot ready
(Robot ready)
Source error reset
(Source error reset)
Mode bit 0-2
(Job mode)
Job number
(Job / Program bit 0-7)
NOTE! Further information is available in the „Fronius-
Welding start
(Welding start)
recommended procedures“ sub-section
Process active signal
(Process active signal)
Arc stable
(Arc stable)
Main current signal
(Main current signal)
Power source ready
(Power source ready)
Error number
(Error number)
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)
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(1)Gas pre-flow time
(2)Starting current
(3)Welding current
(4)End current
(5)Gas post-flow time
EN
33
Signal waveform when selecting via program
number and command values with errors
Mode bit 0-2
Program standard /
pulsed-arc
Welding power (command
value)
(Welding power)
Arc length correction
(Arc length correction)
Pulse correction (com-
mand value)
(Pulse correction)
Burn back time
(Burn back time)
Robot ready
(Robot ready)
Source error reset
(Source error reset)
Program number
(Program bit 0-6)
NOTE! Further information is available in the „Fronius-re-
Welding start
(Welding start)
Error (e.g. „no arc“)
commended procedures“ sub-section
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Process active signal
(Process active signal)
Arc stable
(Arc stable)
Main current signal
(Main current signal)
Power source ready
(Power source ready)
Error number
(Error number)
123512345
EN
(1)Gas pre-flow time
(2)Starting current
(3)Welding current
(4)End current
(5)Gas post-flow time
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Signal waveform when selecting via job number
with errors
Robot ready
(Robot ready)
Source error reset
(Source error reset)
Mode bit 0-2
(Job mode)
Job number
(Job / Program bit 0-7)
NOTE! Further information is available in the „Fronius-re-
Welding start
(Welding start)
commended procedures“ sub-section
Error (e.g. „no arc“)
Process active signal
(Process active)
Arc stable
(Arc stable)
Main current signal
(Main current signal)
Power source ready
(Power source ready)
36
Error number
(Error number)
123512345
(1)Gas pre-flow time
(2)Starting current
(3)Welding current
(4)End current
(5)Gas post-flow time
EN
37
Signal waveform when selecting via job number
with limit signal (warning)
Robot ready
(Robot ready)
Source error reset
(Source error reset)
Mode bit 1
(Job / Program bit 0-7)
Job number
(Job mode)
NOTE! Further information is available in the „Fronius-re-
Welding start
(Welding start)
commended procedures“ sub-section
Error Limit, Warning
(Warning)
Process active signal
(Process active)
Arc stable
(Arc stable)
Main current signal
(Main current signal)
Power source ready
(Power source ready)
38
Error number
(Error number)
12345
(1)Gas pre-flow time
(2)Starting current
(3)Welding current
(4)End current
(5)Gas post-flow time
EN
39
Signal waveform when selecting via job number
with limit signal (machine stops)
Robot ready
(Robot ready)
Source error reset
(Source error reset)
Mode bit 1
(Job mode)
Job number
(Job / Program bit 0-7)
NOTE! Further information is available in the „Fronius-re-
Welding start
(Welding start)
commended procedures“ sub-section
Process active
(Process active)
Error Limit, Switch-off
(Stop)
Arc stable
(Arc stable)
Main current signal
(Main current signal)
Power source ready
(Power source ready)
40
Error number
(Error number)
123512345
(1)Gas pre-flow time
(2)Starting current
(3)Welding current
(4)End current
(5)Gas post-flow time
EN
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Fronius-recommended procedures
min. 0,1 s
0
1
0
1
t (s)
t (s)
(1)
(2)
min. 0,3 - 0,8 s
0
1
0
1
t (s)
t (s)
(1)
(2)
Simultaneously
selecting the
“Job number“ or
“Program number“ signal and
the “Welding
start“ signal
Recommended
procedures for
job/program selection without
changing the
characteristics
NOTE!
Simultaneously selecting the “Job number“ signal or “Program number“ signal
and the “Welding start“ signal can affect the ignition and the welding data documentation.
To select a job or program without changing the characteristics, Fronius recommends a time gap of at least 0.1 s between the “Job number“ or “Program number“ signal (1) and the “Welding start“ signal (2).
Selecting job/program without changing the characteristics
Recommended
procedures for
job/program se-
To select a job or program with a change to the characteristics or operating mode
as well, Fronius recommends a time gap of at least 0.3 - 0.8 s between the „Job
number“ or „Program number“ signal (1) and the „Welding start“ signal (2).
lection and
changing the
characteristic or
operating mode
Selecting job/program and changing the characteristics or operating mode
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Setting the time
gap
The time gap between the “Job number“ or “Program number“ signal and the
“Welding start“ signal can be set using the gas pre-flow time:
at the power source: in the set-up menu on the RCU 5000i remote control
-
at the robot control: Gas preflow_time
-
IMPORTANT!
Do not use the “Gas purge_time“ parameter to set the time gap.