MTS Fundamental Pneumatic Grip Controller User Manual

MTS Fundamental™ Pneumatic Grip Controller

Manual Title

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Product Manual

be certain.

100-231-449 A

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Publication information

MANUAL PART NUMBER PUBLICATION DATE

100-231-449 A January 2011

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Pneumatic Grip Controller

Contents Safety 4

Control Panel Identification 5
Installation 7
Operation 8
Maintenance 9
Specifications 10

The pneumatic grip controller provides open/close function, air pressure
regulation, and flow control for pneumatic grips.

For grip operation, the unit comes with a foot switch. The foot switch sequence is
user-selectable for adaptable and efficient specimen loading. The controller
comes with temperature-resistant Teflon tubing for grip connections.

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Safety

Safety

General Safety Precautions

This section provides information about safety issues that pertain to pneumatic
grip controllers in general and a definition for the graphical hazard labeling that
is affixed to your product.

When you prepare to operate the pneumatic grip controller, consider the
following:

• Failure to use this equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s

• Ensure the controller is off before connecting the pneumatic tubing.

• Always wear protective devices such as eye protectioin.

• Ensure air supply is properly filtered (see “Specifications” on page 10).

recommendations can result in unpredicatbale grip operation, which can
cause equipment damage or personal injury.

Hazard Placards

• Follow all precautions and safety information associated with you

pneumatic grips.

Hazard placards contain specific safety information and are affixed directly to the
system so they are plainly visible.

The following hazard action icons are used on MTS products. These icons
indicate recommended actions that will minimize the chance of personal injury or
equipment damage. They are typically placed on or near the area of concern.

They are intended to alert the user to actions that should be taken.

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CON DESCRIPTION

General waring. Possible hazard(s) exists in
the vicinity where this icon is located. See
the manual for additional information.

Do not start, operation, or service pneumatic
grip controller until you read and understand
operator’s manual.

Failure to do so could result in serious
injury.

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Control Panel Identification

Front Panel

Control Panel Identification

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2

3

4

ITEM CONTROL DESCRIPTION

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2

3

4

5

Power/equipment indicator A continuously lit indicator indicates the pwoer is

OK; If the indicator keeps flashing, check the AC
power adapter.

Output air pressure (indicating
gage)

Pressure control (knob) Use the appropriate minimum pressure to grip the

Upper clamp closure rate control
(knob)

Lower clamp closure rate control
(knob)

MTS Fundamental Pneumatic Grips can withstand a
maximum pressure of 0.7 MPa (100 psi).

sample.

When adjusting this control, ensure the closure rate is
not so high as to damage fragile samples.

When adjusting this control, ensure the closure rate is
not so high as to damage fragile samples.

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Control Panel Identification

Back Panel

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2

3

4

5

6

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TEM CONTROL DESCRIPTION

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2
3
4

Emergency stop output connector It is connected with emergency stop part by cable.

Emergency stop input connector It is connected with emergency stop part by cable.

Pneumatic tubing connections They are connected with grips.

Communications connector The host controls the communications connector which

supports the software.

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6

Remote switch connector Foot switch connector.

DC power connector This power connector is used to power the pneumatic grip

controller.

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Air input connector It is connected with air supply.

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Installation

Installation

1. Disconnect power to the pneumatic grip controller.

Note To release the tubing, press in the locking collar (see 3 on the previous

page) and pull the tubing out of the connection.

2. Using the supplied tubing and cutter, cut the tubing to the appropriate
length.

3. Push the tubing into the four grip connections firmly.

4. Connect the foot switch to the Switch Connection.

5. Firmly push the tubing into the Compressed Air Input.

6. Connect E-stop Input.

7. Connect E-stop Output. This connector allows you to pass the E-stop signal
to another device. If the pneumatic grip controller is the last device in the E­stop chain, this connector must be terminated (jumpered).

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Operation

Operation

Use the foot switch to operate the pneumatic grip controller.

1. When you press the upper grip foot switch the first time, the upper grip is
closed. Press the switch again to release the grip.

2. When you press the lower grip foot switch the first time, the lower grip is
closed. Press the switch again to release the grip.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

• Ensure that the hose is tightly connected to the interface.

• When necessary, use a mild detergent and a soft cloth to clean the pneumatic

grip controller.

• When pneumatic tubing shows signs of wear, replace it. (MTS part number

11421170001) .

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Specifications

Specifications

ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Requirements of input gas

Air pressure
Filtering
Dew point temperature

Power supply requirements to
Meanwell AC to 12 V DC power
supply

Input voltage
Input frequency
Input current

Peumatic tubing

External diameter
Temperature range
Material
MTS part number

Environmental requirements

Temperature

Less than 0.7 Mpa (100 psi)

Less than 15 μm

Less than 7°C (44.6°F)

100-240 V AC (single phase)

50/60 Hz

1.4 A

6 mm (15/64 inch)

-170°C to 260°C (-275°F to 500°F)

PTFE (plastic insulation material)

11421170001

5°C to 40 °C (41°F to 104°F)

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Relative humidity
Altitude

5-85% non-condensing

Less than 2000 m (6,500 ft)

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