Operating Manual
Please Read Before Operating Unit
Model MMC200 Multi-Material Cutter
Service and All Spare Parts Available
MMC200 SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum cut length.............99,999" (or 99,999 cm)
@ +/- 1% accuracy
Minimum cut length.............. 0.100" (.25cm) or less
@ +/- 0.02"(.05cm) accuracy
Maximum material size:
Tubing.......................0.625" (5/8") OD (ø1.58 cm)
Flat Material...............................3.94" (10 cm) wide
Wire......................10 AWG (.040cm) solid copper
Tolerance........................................... 1% or better
(dependent on material and feeding system)
Batching…………up to 99 programmable batches
Power Requirements
Electrical………....…...115Vac or 230Vac (+/-10%)
Consumption……………………………...…200W
Compressed air………………...……..40 to 90PSI
Feed rates……………....10 selectable feed rates
MMC200 Feed belt speeds
Feedrate # inches/sec cm/sec
0 6.6 16.8
1 9.9 25.2
2 13.2 33.6
3 16.6 42.1
4 19.9 50.5
5 26.5 67.3
6 29.8 75.7
7 33.1 84.1
8 36.4 92.5
9 39.7 100.9
MODEL MMC200
MULTI-MATERIAL CUTTER
Production rates (in pieces per hour) at various feedrates
Feedrat e # / Length 1" 2" 6" 10" 20" 100"
0 5,792 4,129 2,009 1,327 718 154
1 6,058 4,411 2,571 1,935 1,196 295
2 6,963 5,354 3,363 2,613 1,679 435
3 8,042 6,495 4,359 3,410 2,207 578
4 8,366 6,843 4,689 3,781 2,549 707
5 8,533 7,024 4,858 3,992 2,801 827
6 8,731 7,240 5,062 4,192 3,032 943
7 8,822 7,339 5,157 4,279 3,180 1,049
8 8,822 7,339 5,157 4,279 3,237 1,140
9 8,822 7,339 5,157 4,279 3,251 1,183
Ordering Information
AR7161...................................................115V 60Hz
AR7162.................220/240V, 50Hz, European plug
Optional Accessories
AR3801 (DE400)....................... Vertical Dereeler
AR0170 (DE700).................Compensatting dereeler
AR6201 (APF100)..............................Prefeeder(115V)
AR6202 (APF100)..............................Prefeeder(230V)
TR1413............................High speed steel lower blade
TR1415............................High speed steel upper
blade
Replacement Parts
IR1205...........Replacement guillotine(upper) blade
IR1203.................Replacement anvil (lower) blade
PR0655...........................................4A fuse (115V)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE TOOL UNTIL
YOU HAVE READ THOROUGHLY, AND UNDERSTAND COMPLETELY, ALL INSTRUCTIONS,
RULES, ETC. ON THIS PAGE, AND IN THE
OPERATING MANUAL. WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND
PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric
current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This
tool is equipped with an electric cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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Model MMC200 MULTI-MATERIAL CUTTER
Do not modify the plug provided – if it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
The green conductor with or without yellow stripes
is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or
replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the
tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. Repair or replace damaged or
worn cord immediately.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning on.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet
locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area
well lighted.
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOL before servicing; when
changing accessories, such as blades, wheels,
cutters, and like.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult
the operating manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause
risk of injury to persons.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced.
DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM MATERIAL
SPECIFICATIONS.
DO NOT OPERATED UNIT WITHOUT
GUARDS IN PLACE OR GUARDS NOT IN
WORKING ORDER.
DO NOT PERFORM MAINTENANCE OR
ADJUSTMENTS WITH POWER ON.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eye-
glasses only
have impact resistant lenses; they are NOT safety
glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry that might get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
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DO NOT PLACE FINGERS OR APPENDAGES
IN OR NEAR OPENINGS IN GUARDS.
DO NOT RUN UNIT WITH INCORRECT LINE
VOLTAGE. REFER TO LABEL PLACED TO THE
RIGHT OF THE IEC CONNECTOR.
DO NOT ALLOW UNTRAINED OR UNQUALIFIED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE UNIT.
DO NOT DEFEAT ANY OF THE SAFETY
FEATURES.
Model MMC200 Multi-Material Cutter
IMPORTANT: No liability will be incurred by The
Eraser Co. for injury, death, or property damage caused by a product which has been set
up, operated, and/or installed contrary to
Eraser’s written operating manual, or which
has been subjected to misuse, negligence, or
accident, or which has been repaired or altered by anyone other than Eraser, or which
has been used in a manner or for a purpose
for which the product was not designed.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT OPERATE TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE
READ THOROUGHLY, AND UNDERSTAND
COMPLETELY, ALL INSTRUCTIONS, RULES,
ETC., ON THESE PAGES. THESE ARE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND SHOULD
BE KEPT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. CONTACT ERASER IF INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT
CLEAR.
The following instructions apply for firmware created after June 07, 2005. For previous versions,
use instructions appropriate for those. When the
machine is powered up, the “splash” screen will
reveal which instructions are to be used:
THE ERASER COMPANY
MMC200 06-07-05
A date in the third line of the display indicates revised firmware and that the following instructions
apply. No firmware written before this date displays
the revision date on the splash screen.
SET-UP:
The MMC200 is supplied with one fixed, stationary
blade (lower) and one moveable blade (upper).
Also included are three Allen wrenches; 1/8",
3/16" & 9/64"
Place the unit on a sturdy workbench with the right
side exit chute even with the right side of the bench.
Short and long cut lengths will drop out the right
side of the exit chute. Material collection bins can
be placed to collect the cut material as it exits. If
using the DE700 (or any other tensioning de-reeler)
place the de-reeler to the left of the unit at least 24"
from the entrance. High feed rates and high mandatory production rates may necessitate the use
of the APF100 prefeeder. Refer to the de-reeler’s
operating instructions for further set up details.
If this MMC200 is to be used with the automatic
pre-feeder (APF100), insert the communication
cable (part # PR1212) into the DB9 connector labeled “COMMUNICATION PORT” on both machines. This allows the MMC200 to pause processing in the event of a material mis-feed. This feature can be used to stop the MMC200 by an external signal applied to the pins of this port (a DC
voltage from 5V to 24V or higher if applied briefly).
This allows the MMC200 to be controlled by an
external process. Call factory for details.
Insert the power cord into the IEC connector. Plug
the unit into the appropriate power supply using
the correct plug for the unit purchased. Use a properly grounded mains supply. The American plug is
for use on 110/120V 60Hz mains supply. The
European and United Kingdom plugs are for 220/
240V 50Hz mains supply. Connect clean, dry, compressed air at 40 to 90 P.S.I.
Caution: Environmental conditions for proper operation should be 50° F-104° F (10° C-40° C) and
30-75% relative humidity. The MMC200 should be
operated in a well-ventilated open workspace. This
machine may be affected by outside environmental disturbances. The unit is rated for continuous
use and is protected by one fuse located in the
IEC connector.
CAUTION: The MMC200 comes with the blades
completely installed. These blades are intended
for use on wire and tubing and are extremely sharp.
Caution must be used when removing or installing
these blades.
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Caution: Safety glasses or other suitable eye protection should be worn when operating this unit.
OPERATION:
Turn the MMC200 on using the I/O switch on the
side of the unit. Do not turn the unit on and off repeatedly without waiting 5 seconds. Removing the
Model MMC200 Multi-Material Cutter
guard during a run is not recommended. It will stop
the stepper motors and the piece being processed
will not be of the correct length.
Open the belt feed by turning the switch counterclockwise to disengage the belt feed. Rotate the
knobs on the front of the unit to open the guides
wide enough to accommodate the material being
cut. Feed the material through the guides until it
protrudes past the blades on the right side of the
unit. Make certain the material is between the two
sets of guides located on the left and right side of
the belt feed.
Turn the switch clockwise to close the belt feed
and engage the upper belt
Material can be fed through the feed belts by using
the manual control keys located on the keypad (the
<JOG>, <+> and <-> keys). The <+> key jogs the
material through the machine and the <-> key reverses this movement. Press the <CUT> key
when the material has successfully been fed
through to the exit chute to eliminate the excess
length on the first piece. When using the <JOG>
key, this will place the controller in Manual mode.
When in the Manual mode, the following indication
comes to the display:
MANUAL PROCESS
LENGTH: 0.0
ABORT -ESC
The length indication increments or decrements
with regard to the motion induced by the <+>, <->
or <JOG> keys. The indicator resets to zero when
the Cut key is pressed. Press the <ESC/PAUSE>
key to return to the Batch select screen. The unit
now is ready for programming.
PROGRAMMING:
START UP
When the unit is turned on, the splash screen will
display briefly:
THE ERASER COMPANY
MMC200 06-07-05
.
The model number and the firmware revision date
are displayed in the third line.
The main Batch Select screen is displayed next:
DO ONE OF THESE: 0
0 FOR NO BATCH SAVE
ENTER . FOR KIT
NEXT NEW BATCH #1
The number on the first line will be the last batch
run, or in this case, 0, since no processing has
occurred after power-up. A “batch” is a set of parameters for a quantity of one length to be cut (i.e.
the units, the cut length, length correction, quantity and feedrate). The number on the last line is
the next available batch that has not yet had parameters stored (i.e. it is a clean memory location
and is the location of the next batch to be stored).
The system requires that batches be created in
sequence, so numbers higher than the number
on the last line will not be accepted. As batches
are created, the number on the last line will increase, until the current maximum of 99 batches
is reached.
Press the <ENTER> key to select the default
batch, or type in a new number and press
<ENTER>. The line being edited will display a blinking cursor. Parameters entered while using batch
0 are never stored (i.e. the “0” batch is a “scratch
pad” memory location). Parameters for all other
batches are stored, so the next time that particular batch is called, those parameters will be presented as defaults. If any parameters are edited,
the new edited values will be stored for the next
time that batch is entered. All batches that have
parameters stored can be edited by entering the
desired batch number.
CREATING A NEW BATCH
Enter the number on the last line of the batch prompt
screen, in this case 1, and then press the
<ENTER> key. The first edit screen will appear:
UNITS in #1
CUT LENGTH 0.0
LENGTH ADJUST 0
QUANTITY 0
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