Renishaw PI, PR3DTS, PRPS User Manual

Primo™ system

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Contents

Before you begin......................................................................................................................... 1.1

Before you begin....................................................................................................................1.1

Disclaimer................................................................................................................. 1.1

Trademarks............................................................................................................... 1.1

Warranty................................................................................................................... 1.1

Changes to equipment.............................................................................................. 1.1

CNC machines............................................................................................................1.1

Care of the Primo equipment................................................................................... 1.1

Patents................................................................................................................................... 1.2

EC declaration of conformity................................................................................................. 1.3

WEEE directive.......................................................................................................... 1.3

FCC declaration (US)................................................................................................. 1.3

Radio approvals..................................................................................................................... 1.4

Safety..................................................................................................................................... 1.5

Information to the equipment installer................................................................................. 1.6

Primo training programme.................................................................................................... 1.7

Radio Part Setter & Radio 3D Tool Setter Basics 2.1

Introduction........................................................................................................................... 2.1

Getting started.......................................................................................................... 2.1

Credit........................................................................................................................ 2.1

Modes of operation.................................................................................................. 2.1

Configurable settings............................................................................................................. 2.2

Switch on/switch off methods.................................................................................. 2.2

Enhanced trigger filter.............................................................................................. 2.2

Recalibration............................................................................................................. 2.2

Acquisition mode...................................................................................................... 2.2

Primo credit token................................................................................................................. 2.3

Upgrade credit token................................................................................................ 2.3

Credit transfer........................................................................................................... 2.3

Four low credit indicators......................................................................................... 2.3

Radio Part Setter & Radio 3D Tool Setter operation............................................................. 2.4

Achievable set-up tolerances.................................................................................... 2.4

Software routines.................................................................................................................. 2.5

Interface basics 3.1

Introduction........................................................................................................................... 3.1

Power supply............................................................................................................ 3.1

Input voltage ripple................................................................................................... 3.1

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Interface inputs...................................................................................................................... 3.2

Interface outputs................................................................................................................... 3.2

Interface output waveform.................................................................................................... 3.3

Contents

Dimensions and specifications 4.1

System installation 5.1

Switches SW1 and SW2.......................................................................................................... 3.4

Switch SW1 output configuration.......................................................................................... 3.5

Radio Part Setter dimensions.................................................................................................4.1

Radio 3D Radio Tool Setter dimensions................................................................................. 4.2

Interface dimensions............................................................................................................. 4.3

Radio Part Setter specification............................................................................................... 4.4

3D Radio Tool Setter specification......................................................................................... 4.5

Interface specification........................................................................................................... 4.6

Operating envelope............................................................................................................... 5.1

Signal Strength LED…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….5.1

Performance envelope........................................................................................................... 5.2

Preparing the Radio Part Setter for use................................................................................. 5.3

Fitting the stylus..................................................................................................................... 5.3

Installing the battery.............................................................................................................. 5.4

Mounting the Radio Part Setter on a shank........................................................................... 5.5

Radio Part Setter stylus on-centre adjustment...................................................................... 5.6

Preparing the Radio 3D Tool Setter for use........................................................................... 5.7

Fitting the stylus, break stem and captive link....................................................................... 5.7

Installing the battery.............................................................................................................. 5.8

Mounting the 3D Tool Setter on a machine table............................................................... 5.9

Radio 3D Tool Setter stylus level setting.............................................................................. 5.10

Preparing the Interface for use............................................................................................ 5.11

Wiring diagram.................................................................................................................... 5.12

Interface cable..................................................................................................................... 5.13

Interface screw torque values............................................................................................. 5.14

Calibrating the Primo System.............................................................................................. 5.15

Radio Part Setter LED guide................................................................................................. 5.16

Start up................................................................................................................................ 5.16

Acquisition mode................................................................................................................. 5.16

Operational mode................................................................................................................ 5.16

Errors................................................................................................................................... 5.16

Credit transfer mode (Radio Part Setter only)..................................................................... 5.16

Interface LED signals............................................................................................................ 5.17

Acquisition mode................................................................................................................. 5.17

Credit transfer...................................................................................................................... 5.17

Renikey...................................................................................................................... 3.1

Interface visual diagnostics....................................................................................... 3.1

SSR output specifications.......................................................................................... 3.2

Switch SW2 output configuration............................................................................. 3.5

Radio Part Setter – Interface positioning.................................................................. 5.2

Performance envelope.............................................................................................. 5.2

Mounting bracket................................................................................................... 5.11

Cable specification.................................................................................................. 5.13

Cable sealing........................................................................................................... 5.13

Fitting flexible conduit............................................................................................ 5.13

Why calibrate?........................................................................................................ 5.15

Operational mode................................................................................................................ 5.17

Error states.......................................................................................................................... 5.17

Interface digital display codes............................................................................................. 5.18

Credit codes............................................................................................................ 5.18

Error codes.............................................................................................................. 5.18

Method of partnership........................................................................................................ 5.19

Inserting Primo Credit Token……………………………………………………………………………………………5.20

Method of credit transfer.................................................................................................... 5.21

Maintenance............................................................................................................................... 6.1

Maintenance.......................................................................................................................... 6.1

Cleaning.................................................................................................................... 6.1

Changing the batteries........................................................................................................... 6.2

Radio Part setter.................................................................................................................... 6.2

Radio 3D Tool Setter.............................................................................................................. 6.3

Allowed battery types............................................................................................................ 6.4

Interface cover....................................................................................................................... 6.5

Removing the Interface cover................................................................................................ 6.5

Routine Radio 3D Tool Setter maintenance........................................................................... 6.6

Inspecting the inner diaphragm seal...................................................................................... 6.6

Fault finding 7.1

Radio Part setter.................................................................................................................... 7.1

Radio 3D Tool Setter.............................................................................................................. 7.2

Interface................................................................................................................................. 7.3

Parts list 8.1

Appendix 1: Primo Radio Part Setter and Primo Length Tool Setter combination relay configurations

Contents

Before you begin

Disclaimer

RENISHAW HAS MADE CONSIDERABLE EFFORTS TO ENSURE THE CONTENT OF THIS DOCUMENT IS CORRECT AT THE DATE OF PUBLICATION BUT MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE CONTENT. RENISHAW EXCLUDES LIABILITY, HOWSOEVER ARISING, FOR ANY INACCURACIES IN THIS DOCUMENT.

Trademarks

RENISHAW® and the probe emblem used in the

RENISHAW logo are registered trademarks of Renishaw plc in the UK and other countries. Apply innovation™ and Primo™ are trademarks of Renishaw plc. All other brand names and product names used in this document are trade names, service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Warranty

Equipment requiring attention under warranty must be returned to your equipment supplier. No claims will be considered where Renishaw equipment has been misused, or where repairs or adjustments have been attempted by unauthorised persons. Prior consent must be obtained in instances where Renishaw equipment is to be substituted or omitted. Failure to comply with this requirement will invalidate the warranty.

1.1

Changes to equipment

Renishaw reserves the right to change equipment specifications without notice.

CNC machines

CNC machine tools must always be operated by fully trained personnel in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Care of the Primo equipment

Keep systems clean and treat the equipment as precision tools.

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Patents

Features of the Primo system, and other similar Renishaw products, are the subject of one or more of the following patents and/or patent applications:

Publication No CountryIPSS Ref

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CN100416216 China0589/CNw/0 CN100466003 China0583/CNw/0 CN101476859 China0589/CNw/2 CN101354230 China0737/CN/0 CN101354266 China0738/CN/0 CN101482402 China0583/CNw/2 EP0695926 Europe0334/EP/ EP0967455 Europe0426/EP/ EP1185838 Europe 0466/EP/ EP1373995 Europe 0492/EP/ EP1425550 Europe 0522/EP/ EP1457786 Europe 0587/EP/ EP1477767 Europe 0466/EP/ EP1477768 Europe 0466/EP/ EP1576560 Europe 0583/EP/ EP1613921 Europe 0589/EP/ EP1701234 Europe 0492/EP/ EP1734426 Europe 0492/EP/ EP1804020 Europe 0522/EP/ EP1988439 Europe 0492/EP/ EP2018935 Europe 0737/EP/ EP2019284 Europe 0738/EP/ EP2216761 Europe 0583/EP/ IN215787 India 0583/INw/0 IN234921 India 0589/INw/0 IN8707/DELNP/2008 India 0589/INw/2 JP2009-053187 Japan 0738/JP/0 JP2013-101685 Japan 0583/JP/3 JP2013-137313 Japan 0737/JP/2 JP3967592 Japan 0466/JPw/0 JP4237051 Japan 0522/JPw/0 JP4398011 Japan 0426/JP/0 JP4575781 Japan 0583/JPw/0 JP4754427 Japan 0466/JPw/2 JP4773677 Japan 0492/JPw/0 JP4851488 Japan 0492/JP/2 JP4852411 Japan 0589/JPw/0 JP5238749 Japan 0583/JP/2 JP5254692 Japan 0737/JP/0 KR1001244 Korea (South)

0583/KRw/0

TW 1380025 Taiwan 0738/TW/0 TW 200912579 Taiwan 0737/TW/0 US 2009/0028286 USA 0763/US/2

US 2011/0002361 USA US 2013/0152418 USA 0738/US/2 US 2013/0159714 USA 0737/US/2 US5669151 USA 0334/US/0 US6275053 USA 0426/US/0 US6776344 USA 0466/USw/0 US6941671 USA 0522/USw/0 US7145468 USA 0492/USw/0 US7285935 USA 0587/US/0 US7316077 USA 0589/USw/0 US7441707 USA 0466/USw/2 US7486195 USA 0492/USw/2 US7812736 USA 0492/US/3 US7821420 USA 0583/USw/0 US8437978 USA 0738/US/0 US8464054 USA 0737/US/0

0583/US/2

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1.3

EC Declaration of conformity

Renishaw plc hereby declares that the Primo Radio Part Setter, Radio 3D Tool Setter and Interface are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1995/5/EC. Contact Renishaw plc at www.renishaw.com for the full EC Declaration of Conformity.

WEEE directive

The use of this symbol on Renishaw products and/or accompanying documentation indicates that the product should not be mixed with general household waste upon disposal. It is the responsibility of the end user to dispose of this product at a designated collection point for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) to enable reuse or recycling. Correct disposal of this product will help to save valuable resources and prevent potential negative effects on the environment. For more information, please contact your local waste disposal service or Renishaw distributor.

Battery disposal

The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the batteries used in this product indicate that batteries must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste in accordance with EU battery directive 2006/66/EC . Please contact your local authority about the rules on the separate collection of batteries because correct disposal helps to prevent negative consequences for the environmental and human health.

FCC declaration (US)

FCC section 15.19

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device may accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC section 15.21

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Renishaw plc, or an authorized representative, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Radio approvals (radio

Radio equipment – Canadian warning statements

approvals needed)

Approvals that are planned to be granted for launch:

• Europe (EU & EFTA)

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• USA

• Canada

• Japan

• China

• South Korea

• India

• Indonesia

• Malaysia

• Singapore

• Taiwan

• The Philippines

• Vietnam

• Australia

• New Zealand

Radio Regulations

Extract from Taiwanese radio regulations

低功率電波輻性電機管理辦法第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

English

"Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication." "This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device."

Français

"Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante." "Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement."

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1.5

Safety

Information to the user

The Primo Radio Part Setter and the Radio 3D Tool Setter are both supplied with one 3 Volt CR2 Lithium Manganese battery each. 3.6 Volt ½ AA Lithium Thionyl Chloride batteries may also be used (see section 4.2).

Lithium batteries must be approved to IEC 62133.

Please dispose of the batteries on accordance with your local environmental laws once the charge has depleted. Do not attempt to recharge these batteries.

Please ensure replacement batteries are fitted in accordance with the instructions in this manual and as indicated on the product. For specific battery operating, safety and disposal guidelines please refer to the battery manufacturer’s literature.

CAUTIONS:

• Do not leave dead batteries in the equipment.

• Do not allow coolant or debris to enter the battery compartment.

• When changing the battery check that the battery polarity is correct.

• Do not store batteries in direct sunlight or rain.

• Avoid forced discharge of the batteries.

• Do not short-circuit the batteries.

• Do not disassemble, pierce, deform or

apply excessive pressure to the batteries.

• Do not swallow the batteries.

• Keep the batteries out of the reach of

children.

• Do not get batteries wet.

• If a battery is damaged, make sure to

exercise caution when handling it.

• Never dispose of batteries in fire.

NOTES:

Always ensure that the gasket and mating surfaces are clean and free from dirt before reassembly.

After removing the old battery, wait more than 5 seconds before inserting the new battery.

If a dead battery is inadvertently inserted into the probe then the LEDs will remain a constant red.

Please ensure that you comply with international and national battery transport regulations when transporting batteries or the products; Lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods and strict controls apply on their shipment by air. If you should need to return your Primo Radio Part Setter or Radio 3D Tool Setter to Renishaw for any reason, do not return any batteries to reduce shipment delays.

In all applications involving the use of machine tools eye protection is recommended.

The Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter has a glass window around it. Handle with care if broken to avoid injury.

Information to the machine supplier/installer

It is the machine supplier's responsibility to ensure that the user is made aware of any hazards involved in operation, including those mentioned in Renishaw product literature, and to ensure that adequate guards and safety interlocks are provided.

Under certain circumstances, the probe signal may falsely indicate a probe seated condition. Do not rely on the probe signals to halt the movement of the machine and always programme an over travel distance stop into the machining programme.

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Information to the equipment installer

All Renishaw equipment is designed to comply with the relevant EC and FCC regulatory requirements. It is the responsibility of the equipment installer to ensure that the following

Before you

guidelines are adhered to, in order for the product to function in accordance with these regulations:

• Any interface must be installed in a position away from any potential sources of electrical noise, i.e. power transformers, servo drives etc.

• All ground connections should be connected to the machine 'star point' (the 'star point' is a single point return for all equipment ground and screen cables). Failure to adhere to this can cause a potential difference between grounds.

• All screens must be connected as outlined in the user instructions.

• Cables must not be routed alongside high current sources (i.e. motor power supply cables etc), or be near high speed data lines.

• Cable lengths should always be kept to a minimum.

Equipment operation

If the equipment is used in a way not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Primo training programme

Primo installation guide

The Primo system has been designed to be the ideal

package for customers who are new to using metrology

To ensure that customers achieve the best results from

their purchased system Primo comes with a training

package designed especially for Primo.

The Primo training programme consists of self study

modules with a number of exercises in measuring a

d part that is provided with the kit. This should give

all of the equipment users a high level of confidence in the

Each Primo System should be supplied with a Primo

from your Machine Tool

supplier. If you have not received the Primo Training

Package or any elements are missing please contact your

sit www.renisaw.com

The Primo training programme covers key routines and

skills in the following areas:

Work piece set up

Broken tool detection

As you progress through the training programme more

routines and training areas are unlocked.

Once all of the training areas are complete each user

will be sent a digital certificate to prove that

completed the Primo Training Programme.

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devices on their machine tools.

standar

equipment and their ability to use it.

Training Programme package

local Renishaw office.

To find this please vi

• Calibration

•

• Tool setting

•

and coordinate setting

they have

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Setter basics

Primo Radio Part Setter and Radio 3D Tool

2.1

Introduction

Credit

When used within a system:

• The Radio Part Setter enables part setup

and inspection on machining centres.

• The Radio 3D Tool Setter enables broken

tool detection and tool setting (length/diameter).

Primo Radio Part Setter and Radio 3D Tool Setter;

The Primo system requires credit to function;

• Credit is in the form of a Primo credit

token.

• This is inserted into the Radio Part Setter

which then transfers the credit to the Primo Interface. Section 5.29.

• Deliver interference-tolerant radio

transmission through the use of the FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum).

o Allows multiple systems to work

in the same machine shop without interference.

o Using radio transmission enables

non line-of-sight operation.

Getting started

The Primo Radio Part Setter and Radio 3D Tool Setter have LEDs to provide visual indication of their status as well as overall system status.

• See section 5.21 for an LED guide.

Modes of operation

Standby mode The equipment is waiting

for a switch on signal and the Interface is waiting to send a switch on signal after receiving a signal from the machine tool.

Operational mode Activated by a switch on

signal from the Interface or a Spin. The equipment is ready for use.

Acquisition mode Used to configure the

partnering of the Primo Radio Part Setter and Radio 3D Tool Setter with the Interface. The acquisition method is

described in section 5.28. Credit transfer mode (Radio Part Setter only)

Used to transfer credit

from the Radio Part Setter

to the Interface. Section

5.29.

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2.2

Equipment switch on/ switch off method

The basics –

Radio on/off

Commanded by machine output.

Description Factory setting

Radio on/off

Spin on/off

Enhanced trigger filter

Hibernation mode

Spin at 1000 rpm for 1.5 s minimum. (Radio Part Setter only)

The enhanced trigger filter improves the equipments’ resistance to triggering and triggering without contacting a surface.

When the Primo Radio Part Setter or 3D Tool Setter are in standby and the Primo Interface is powered off or out of range, the equipment enters hibernation; a low power mode. The Part Setter or 3D Tool Setter ‘wake’ from hibernation to periodically check for their partnered Interface. The ‘wake up’ frequency is sent every 30 seconds when hibernation is activated.

Enhanced trigger filter

OFF

Hibernation mode

Configurable settings

Radio 3D Tool Setter switch on/off

The switch on/off method for the Radio 3D Tool Setter is not user configurable. The method used is radio on/off.

Enhanced trigger filter

When the filter is enabled a constant 10 ms filter delay is introduced to the equipment output.

• It may be necessary to reduce the Radio

Part Setters approach speed to allow for the increased stylus overtravel during the extended time delay.

Re-calibration

If settings are changed via the Interface switches, it is vital that the equipment is re-calibrated; See sections 5.17 – 5.20.

Acquisition mode

The partnering of the Primo Radio Part Setter or Radio 3D Tool Setter and the Interface described in section 5.28.

NOTE:

To enter the Interface into acquisition mode, Renikey or a power cycle will need to be used. Locate the Renikey manual before starting the partnership process. See 3.1.

Partnering is required during initial system set up or if the Radio Part Setter turn on method had changed.

• Partnering will not be lost by

reconfiguration of the equipment settings or when changing batteries.

• Partnering can take place anywhere

within the performance envelope (section 5.2).

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Flashing

probes

2.3

Primo credit token

Primo credit token contains the credit that allows the Primo probing system to function.

The Primo system will not work without credit being available in the system.

The standard Primo credit token contains 6 months worth of credit.

Upgrade credit token

Another credit token available is the Upgrade token; this allows the Primo system to work for an unlimited period.

Credit transfer

Credit is loaded into the Primo System by transferring Credit from the Credit token and into the Primo Interface. See section 5.29.

Four low

When any of these low

credit indicators

Equipment LEDs

Interface low battery/credit LED

credit indicators are shown it is recommended that a new Primo Credit Token is loaded into the system.

The basics –

NOTE:

How to purchase credit:

A new 6 month credit token, or an Upgrade credit token can be purchased from the Primo website

www.primoprobing.com.

You can also contact your local Renishaw supplier. See www.renishaw.com/contact.

Installation:

Please ensure that the Primo Credit Token is installed in the Radio Part Setter in the orientation shown with the lip of the Token inboard. Failing to do this will result in the Credit not being

transferred

Interface digital display (123 days remaining

shown). When the remaining credit display reads 0 days then the Primo System will stop working and new credit will need to be loaded into the system.

Low battery/credit output from the Interface,

which can be connected to the machine control. When credit is running low, an alarm will be sent to the control.

probes

2.4

Primo Radio Part Setter operation

The Primo Radio Part Setter operates as a highly accurate and repeatable mechanical switch that triggers as the stylus deflects against a surface.

The basics –

• The Radio Part Setter can measure in the

• The Primo Radio Part Setter can be used

• A trigger signal is sent directly to the CNC

X, Y and Z axis.

for work co-ordinate setting and for work piece measurement.

controller so that offsets can be updated – no manual intervention is required.

Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter operation

The Radio 3D Tool Setter enables accurate machining by measuring the length and diameter of tools using the same highly accurate and repeatable switch mechanism has the Primo Radio Part Setter.

• The tool is set in the Z axis for tool length

measurement and broken tool detection.

• Rotating tools are set in the X and Y axes

for tool radius measurement.

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Software routines

Primo Software caters for 3-axis applications and

covers basic probing routines.

• Calibration

• Tool setting

• Broken tool detection

• Work piece set-up

• Work piece measurement

For further information refer to the Primo Software Programming Guide H – 54XXXX

NOTES:

Software routines for tool setting are available

from Renishaw and are described in data sheet H2000-2289, which can be found at www.renishaw.com.

Software upgrades - Purchase an upgrade to the Inspection+ and Five Face Tool Setting package, as well as the Productivity+ package. See www.renishaw.com

The basics –

Digital ‘remaining credit’

Primo Interface basics

Introduction

Interface visual diagnostics

The Primo Interface enables communication between the Machine Tool, Radio Part Setter and the Radio 3D Tool Setter using radio frequencies.

Power supply

The Interface requires a 12 Vdc to 30 Vdc supply capable of supplying 150 mA minimum (TBC).

display and Error code display

3.1

Input voltage ripple

The input voltage ripple must not cause the voltage to fall below 12 V or go above 30 V.

ReniKey

Renikey is a Renishaw machine programme which is used while partnering the equipment with the Interface. Refer to the ReniKey programming manual for instructions on how to use ReniKey or

refer to www.renishaw.com.

Note:

If the Primo System is using a Primo Upgrade Credit Token and the Primo Interface is returned to Renishaw then the Primo Upgrade Credit Token must be returned with the interface for identification purposes.

Level

Pulsed

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Interface

3.2

Interface inputs

Machine start inputs:

‘Machine start’ is configurable as a level or pulsed signal.

12 to 30 Vdc

The basics -

See section 5.14 for the full wiring diagram.

When input is active probe is switched on. 12 to 30 Vdc Part Setter toggles from being switched on/off. Minimum pulse width is 10 ms.

Interface outputs

There are four SSR outputs:

• Probe status 1

• Probe status 2

• Error

• Low battery/credit

All outputs can be inverted by using switches SW1 and SW2 (see section 3.5 for more info).

Note:

The term ‘Probe Status’ refers to the measurement hardware in the system interacting with the interface and can therefore refer to the Primo Radio Part Setter and the Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter.

SSR outputs specifications:

• Maximum ‘on’ resistance = 25 ohm

• Maximum load voltage = 30 V

• Maximum load current = 100 mA

Interface

3.3

Interface

/credit

Probe status 2

Probe

status 2

Interface output waveform

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The basics -

(level)

(pulsed)

Signal delays:

1. Transmission delay Probe trigger to output change of state = 10 ms ± 10 µs without enhanced

trigger filter

2. Start delay Time from initiation to start of signal to valid signal transmission = 1 s max

SSR open

SSR closed

SSR open

SSR closed

Interface

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Switches SW1 and SW2

PCB diagram like below for Primo

The basics -

N/O

N/C

M-code

START

ENHANCED

HIBERNATION MODE

LOW

Interface

3.5

Disabled

Enabled

Switch SW1 output configuration

BATTERY

/CREDIT

Note:

If an error code E08 appears on the Primo Interface Credit remaining/error code display when a switch setting has been changed the Primo Radio Part Setter or Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter must be re-acquired.

The basics -

Switch SW2 output configuration

TRIGGER FILTER

Spin

Enabled

Off

Disabled

61.25 (2.41

)

Battery cover

Primo credit

51 (2.00)

21 (0.83)

29.4

(1.16)

48.5 (1.91)

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Dimensions and specifications

Part Setter dimensions

4.1

token cover

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4.2

Ø?

44.551

(1.75)

68.75

(2.70)

93 (3.66)

55 (2.17)

25mm

(Ø

0.98 in x 0.16)

X 4mm

4 (0.16)

25 (

0.09)

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3D Tool Setter dimensions

Dimensions

Ensure this shows the new, larger disk stylus

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4.3

Interface dimensions

84 (3.31)

40 (1.57)

Primo

42.1 (1.66)

43.5 (1.71)

42.1 (2.66)

40.25 (1.58)

Dimensions

15 (0.59)

5% usage

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4.4

Radio Part Setter Specification

Principle Application Work piece inspection and job set-up on all sizes of machining centres Dimensions

Length Diameter

Weight (no shank)

With battery and iButton Without battery

Dimensions

Transmission Type Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) Radio Radio Frequency 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz Switch-on Methods Radio M Code, Spin Switch-off Methods Radio M Code, Spin Spindle Speed (max) 1000 rpm not yet been tested Operating Range Transmission range 10 m Receiver/Interface Primo Interface - combined antenna, interface and receiver unit Sense Directions Omni-directional ±X, ±Y, +Z Uni-directional Repeatability

Maximum 2σ value in any direction

Stylus Trigger Force

XY Low Force XY High Force Z

Stylus Overtravel

XY Plane +Z Plane

Environment

(As defined in BS EN 61010-1:2001)

Battery Types 1 x 3V CR2 Lithium Manganese Dioxide

Battery Reserve Life Approximately one week after a low battery warning is first given

61.25 mm (2.41 in) 51 mm (2.00 in)

360 g 349 g

1.0 µm (0.00004 in) tested with 50mm stylus.

0.5 N, 50 gf (1.76 ozf)

0.9 N, 90 gf (3.17 ozf)

5.85 N, 585 gf (20.63 ozf)

±12.5˚ 6 mm (0.24 in) IP rating IPX8 (BS5490, IEC 60529) 1 atmosphere Storage temperature -25 ˚C to +70 ˚C (-13 ˚F to +158 ˚F) Operating temperature +5 ˚C to +55 ˚C (+41 ˚F to +122 ˚F)

or 1 x 3.6V ½ AA Lithium Thionyl Chloride (see section 6.4 for further details)

The stylus trigger force is the force exerted on the component when the probe triggers. However, the maximum force applied to the component will occur after the trigger point and will be greater than the trigger force. The magnitude depends on a number of factors affecting probe overtravel including measuring speed and machine deceleration. If the forces applied to the component are critical, contact Renishaw for further information.

Low Battery Indication Flashing blue LED whilst probe is seated (not triggered)

Dead Battery Indication Continuous red LED

Typical Battery Life See table below

Low credit indication Flashing yellow LED (probe seated) 21 days before credit expires No credit indication Continuous yellow LED

Battery Type

CR2 Lithium Manganese

½ AA Lithium Thionyl

Dioxide

Chloride

Part of alpha

Spin switch-on Radio switch-on Continuous

Standby life

tests

(72 mins/day)

Part of alpha

tests

Part of alpha

tests

Standby life 5% usage

Part of alpha

tests

Part of alpha

tests

Part of alpha

tests

Part of alpha

tests

use

Part of alpha

tests

Part of alpha

tests

& Specs

4.5

3D Tool Setter Specifications

Principal Application Tool setting and broken tool detection on all sizes of machining centres Dimensions Diameter 115.1 mm (4.53 in)

Height with disc stylus 101.75 mm (4.01 in)

Weight (without stylus)

With battery Without battery

Transmission Type Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) Radio

Radio Frequency 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz Switch-on Methods Radio M Code

Switch-off Methods Radio M Code

Operating range Transmission range 10 m

Receiver/Interface Primo Interface - combined antenna, interface and receiver unit Sense Directions Omni-directional ±X,±Y, ±Z Uni-directional

Repeatability

Maximum 2σ value in any direction

Stylus Trigger Force 1.3 N to 2.4 N/130 gf to 240 gf (4.5 ozf to 8.5 ozf) depending on sense direction Stylus Overtravel XY Plane ± 3.5 mm (0.14 in)

610 g (21.5 oz) 599 g (21.1 oz)

1.0 µm (0.00004 in)

+Z Plane 5.5 mm (0.22 in)

Dimensions

Environment IP Rating IPX8 (EN/IEC60529)

Storage temperature -25 ˚C to +70 ˚C (-13 ˚F to +158 ˚F)

Operating temperature +5 ˚C to +55 ˚C (+41 ˚F to +122 ˚F)

Battery Types 1 x 3V CR2 Lithium Manganese Dioxide

or 1 x 3.6V ½ AA Lithium Thionyl Chloride (see section 6.4 for further details)

Battery Reserve Life Approximately one week after a low battery warning is first given

Typical Battery Life See table below

Low Battery Indication Flashing blue LED (probe seated)

Dead Battery Indication Continuous red LED Low credit indication Flashing yellow LED (probe seated) 21 days before credit expires No credit indication Continuous yellow LED

Battery Type

CR2 Lithium Manganese

Dioxide

½ AA Lithium Thionyl

Chloride

Turn-on Time Standby Life 5% Usage

(72 minutes/day)

Part of alpha tests

Part of alpha tests Part of alpha tests Part of alpha tests Part of alpha tests

Part of alpha tests Part of alpha tests Part of alpha tests

Continuous use

& Specs

4.6

Primo installation guide

Interface specification

Principal application The Interface communicates between the Machine Tool, the Radio Part Setter and

the Radio 3D Tool Setter

Dimensions

Weight

Dimensions

Transmission type

Transmission range Power supply Cable Mounting

Conduit A flexible conduit to aid protection of the Interface cable can be purchased as an

Environment

Height Width Depth In box Interface including 8 m (26.2 ft) of cable Frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) radio 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz Transmission range 10 m 10 Vdc to 30 Vdc 8 m (26.25 ft) standard length A mounting bracket can be purchased as an optional extra. See section 5.13 to find out how to install the mounting bracket with your interface.

optional extra. See section 5.15 for recommended conduits and installation information. IP rating IPX8 Storage temperature -10 ˚C to +70 ˚C (14 ˚F to 158 ˚F) Operating temperature 5 ˚C to 50 ˚C (41 ˚F to 122 ˚F)

110 mm (4.33 in) 84 mm (3.31 in)

40.25 mm (1.58 in)

TBC g TBC g

PRIMO

System installation

Does this diagram need updating?

Primo Radio Part Setter

Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter

5.1

Operating envelope

Radio transmission does not require line-of-sight and will pass through small gaps and machine tool windows, providing a reflected path (of less than 10 m (49.2 ft)) is available.

Signal strength LED

The signal LED on the Primo Interface indicates the number of missed communications with the equipment. The LED shows with Green to Amber the number of missed communications. When communication fails the LED goes out.

The system will continue to perform 100% effectively as long as there is signal.

0% missed 100% 50%

To ensure unrestricted transmission performance:

Keep all Primo System components within the performance envelope (section 5.2).

Ensure the Interface signal LED stays close to green. Green represents excellent signal, yellow represents reduced signal (section 5.28).

Do not allow coolant and swarf residue to accumulate on the equipment.

Regularly wipe clean the Part Setter Body and the 3D Tool Setter window.

Reduction in transmission range may result when operating in temperatures 0 ˚C to +5 ˚C (+32 ˚F to +41 ˚F) and +55 ˚C to +60 ˚C (+122 ˚F to +140 ˚F). Avoid these temperature ranges if possible.

installation

5.2

Equipment – Interface positioning

The system elements should be positioned so that:

• The optimum range can be achieved over the full travel of the machine’s axes.

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• The front cover of the Interface is facing

in the general direction of the machining area.

Performance envelope

Performance envelope for Primo Radio Part Setter

Performance envelope/range will be tested in alpha testing

Diagram here

Performance envelope/range will be tested in alpha testing

Performance envelope for 3D Tool Setter

Diagram here

installation

5.3

Preparing the Part Setter

Fitting the stylus

For the most accurate results from your Primo Radio Part Setter it is crucial that a Renishaw manufactured Stylus is fitted.

(Same diagram as below but with Primo Probe)

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5.4

Primo installation guide

Installing the battery

below but with Primo Probe – one battery)

(same diagram as

NOTES:

See Section 6.4 for a list of suitable batteries and section 1.4 for battery safety information.

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installation

5.5

Primo installation guide

Mounting the Part Setter on a shank

Probe)

(same diagram as below but with Primo

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installation

5.6

Part Setter stylus on-centre adjustment

Primo Probe)

For the centre setting software view the

Primo Programming guide

NOTES:

If a Part Setter and shank assembly is dropped, it must be rechecked for correct on-centre adjustment.

(same diagram as below but with

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Do not hit the Part Setter to achieve oncentre adjustment.

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5.7

Primo installation guide

Preparing the 3D Tool Setter for use

Fitting the stylus, break stem and captive link

Primo Tool Setter and showing compartment in the back for spare break stem)

(same diagram as below but with

Stylus weak link break stem

Incorporated into the stylus, the break stem protects the mechanism from damage in the event of excessive stylus over travel or a collision. There is a compartment in the back of the 3D Tool Setter for a spare break stem to be stored.

Captive link

In the event of the break stem being damaged the captive link ties the stylus to the probe.

NOTE:

Always hold the support bar in the position to avoid over stressing the break stem.

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5.8

Installing the battery

below but with Primo Tool Setter – one battery)

(same diagram as

NOTES:

See section 6.4 And section 1.4 for battery safety information.

for a list of suitable battery types.

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5.9

Primo installation guide

Mounting the 3D Tool Setter on a machine table

with Primo Tool Setter)

(same diagram as below but

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Undo 3 of the 4 screws that hold the 3D Tool Setter to the base.

Bolt the 3D Tool Setter base to the table using an M12 or M10 cap head screw and washer. (not supplied)

Reattach the tool setter to the base.

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5.10

3D Tool Setter stylus level setting

(The same diagram but for the Primo Tool setter)

For the level setting software view the Primo

Programming guide

Side to side level adjustment

The top surface of the stylus must be set level.

• Alternately adjust the grub screws

provided this causes the 3D Tool Setter to rotate and change the stylus level setting.

• When the stylus surface is level, tighten

the grub screws.

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5.10

Primo installation guide

For the level setting software view the Primo Programming guide

Front to back level adjustment

To raise the front:

Slacken locking screw 2 and adjust height adjusting screw 1 until the stylus is level. Then fully tighten screw 2.

To lower the front:

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Keep tightening/slackening the height adjusting screw 1 and loosening/locking screw 2 until the stylus is level. Then fully tighten screw 2.

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5.11

Preparing the Interface for use

Mounting bracket (optional)

Diagram like below but for Primo.

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Primo installation guide

installation

5.12

Interface wiring diagram

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CAUTION:

The power supply 0 V should be terminated at the

machine ground (star point).

Length

Diameter

Number of cores

Dimensions of each core

installation

5.13

Interface cable

Cable specification

8 m (26.25 ft)* 7.5 mm (0.29 in) 13 cores 18 x 0.1 mm

A ferrule should be crimped onto each cable wire for a more positive connection at the terminal box.

A cable sealing gland prevents coolant and dirt from entering the Interface.

The Interface cable can be further protected by a flexible conduit.

Fitting flexible conduit

System

The recommended flexible conduit is AnametTM Sealtite HFX (5/16 in) Polyurethane.

1. Slide nut B and plastic olive onto the Conduit.

2. Screw conduit termination piece into end of the conduit.

3. Fit conduit to adaptor A and tighten nut B.

CAUTIONS:

Failure to protect the cable can result in system failure due to either cable damage or coolant ingress through cores into the Interface.

Failure due to inadequate cable protection will invalidate the warranty.

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5.14

Interface screw torque values

For Primo, this diagram will look like the RMI for the front cover screws and conduit adaptor, but will look like the OMI-2T for the screws at the sides of the Interface attaching it the mounting bracket. (See both diagrams below).

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5.15

Calibrating the Primo equipment

Why calibrate?

The Primo system has a built in software routine. This calibration process is described in section 5.18.

Before the equipment is used it is very important that the Radio Part Setter and 3D Tool Setter are calibrated correctly.

Calibration of the equipment allows software to compensate for possible errors in the measurements.

• This can be caused by the difference between the position that the stylus touches and the position

reported to the machine.

Calibrate:

• when a Primo system is to be used for the first time

• at regular intervals as maintenance

• when a new stylus is fitted to the probe

• when the stylus has become distorted or the equipment has crashed

• when equipment settings are changed

• If repeatability of relocation of the probe shank is poor

o In this case, the probe may need to be recalibrated each time it is selected

Traditional calibration methods should still be used when:

• when using a non standard stylus;

• when only one piece of equipment is installed in the machine;

• when high accuracy is required (<10 µm);

• When working in a 4 or 5 axis machine.

The Primo System Calibration Software routines and Traditional Calibration methods are described in the Primo Programming Guide.

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LED colour

Status

Graphic hint

LED colour

tatus

Graphic hint

5.16

Radio Part Setter and Radio 3D Tool Setter LED Guide

= quick flash

(32 ms, 992 ms between each flash)

= quick double flash

(32 ms flash, 128 ms separating the double flash, 832 ms between each double

flash)

= flash

(128 ms, 640 ms between each flash)

= long flash

(512 ms, 512ms between each flash in acquisition mode, 128 ms between each flash

in credit transfer mode, 16 ms between each flash in the RGB start up signal)

Start up

Red, Green, Blue Equipment starting up/newly changed

battery/ newly inserted credit token

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Acquisition mode

5 green flashes Acquisition prompt (seated)

5 red flashes Acquisition prompt (triggered)

Flashing violet Acquisition waiting

Continuous violet Interface identified

On green for 5 s Acquisition complete

LED colour

Status

Graphic hint

LED c

olour

tatus

Graphic hint

LED c

olour

tatus

Graphic hint

5.16

Primo installation guide

Operational mode

(all signals repeat)

Flashing green Equipment seated – good battery, good

credit

Flashing red Equipment triggered *

Flashing blue Equipment seated – low battery, good

credit

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Flashing yellow Equipment seated – good battery, low

credit

Flashing blue & yellow Equipment seated – low battery, low

credit

Double flashing yellow Equipment seated – very low credit

*Probe triggered flashing red signal overrides any other indication such as low battery or credit. The status of these indicators can only be viewed when the probe is seated.

Errors

Continuous violet Tampered hardware

Continuous red

Continuous yellow

Battery dead

Credit exhausted

Credit transfer mode

Flashing yellow and green Credit transfer mode (repeats until mode

Flashing yellow and red Credit transfer unsuccessful (repeats 5

Flashing yellow and blue Credit transfer successful (repeats 5

Flashing red and violet Credit transfer mode – represents a

(Primo Radio Part Setter only)

change)

times)

lifetime system

= LED

constant green

= LED

flashing green/off

= LED

graded between green and amber

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5.17

Radio Part Setter

Probe status

Radio 3D Tool Setter

Start

Low battery/credit

Signal

Error

Interface LED signals

Key:

= LED flashing red and yellow with even periods

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System Status

Graphic

display

Details

Low

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5.17

Acquisition mode

Part

Setter

Interface in

System

“Acquisition waiting” state

Interface identifies Part Setter*

Interface identifies 3D Tool Setter

Part Setter and 3D Tool Setter identified

The Part Setter is acquired (3D Tool setter acquisition pending) 3D Tool Setter acquired (Part Setter acquisition pending) Part Setter acquired

Start

battery/

credit

Probe status

Error Signal

3D Tool

Setter

The Part Setter LEDs flash yellow/off at least once for up to 8s or until a Part Setter is discovered

The Part Setter LED flashes green for up to 3 minutes or until an “acquisition ready” message is received from the Part Setter The 3D Tool Setter LED flashes green for up to 3 minutes or until an “acquisition ready” message is received from the 3D Tool Setter Both LEDs flash green for up to three minutes or until an “acquisition ready” message is received from the equipment The part Setter LED is on, 3D Tool Setter LED flashes for 3 minutes or until the 3D Tool Setter is acquired

The 3D Tool Setter LED is on, the Part Setter LED flashes for 3 minutes or until the Part Setter is acquired.

Part Setter LED stays on for 5 sec

3D Tool Setter acquired

Part Setter and 3D Tool Setter acquired

3D Tool setter LED stays on for 5 sec

Part Setter and 3D Tool Setter LEDs stay on for 5 sec

System Status

Graphic display

Details

Low

System Status

Graphic display

Details

Low

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5.17

Credit transfer

System

Credit transfer in progress

Part

Setter

Start

battery/

credit

Probe status

Error Signal

3D Tool

Setter

The low credit/low battery LED will flash yellow for 2s to show credit transfer in progress

Operational mode

Standby

Start signal

Standby low credit

Part

Setter

Start

battery/

credit

Probe status

Error Signal

3D Tool

Setter

Primo System in standby mode

When set to level start, the start LED will stay yellow until the Part Setter or 3D Tool Setter starts. When set to pulsed start, the start LED will stay yellow for 30s or until the equipment starts. When no equipment is operating the low credit/battery LED will be yellow if credit is low

Part Setter on and seated

Part Setter on, seated with low credit

Part Setter on, seated with low battery

System Status

Graphic display

Details

Low

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5.17

Part Setter on, seated with low battery and credit

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Part Setter on and triggered

Part Setter on, seated with poor signal

Part Setter triggered start

The low credit/battery LED will flash Red and Yellow while conditions persist

The signal LED is graded from Green to Amber to show the Part Setter signal strength. 100% indicates best signal

Error states

New Part Setter acquisition required

3D Tool setter on, attempted switch on of Part Setter

Attempted switch on of both pieces of equipment simultaneously System over current

Hardware validation failure

Probe Start

battery/

credit

Probe status

Error Signal

Tool

Setter

If the Part Setter spin/mcode sip switch is changed after it is acquired, the part Setter will need to be reacquired or the switch must be changed back The part Setter LED will flash to indicate a multiple equipment error, the LED will continue to flash while conditions exist The Part Setter and 3D Tool Setter LEDs with flash to show a multiple equipment error

Flash the low credit/battery, status and error LEDs. The error will continue until the fault is cleared and the power is cycled

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5.18

= AVAILABLE CREDIT (in days)

Interface digital display codes

Credit codes:

Error codes:

E01 = Multiple M-code Error E02 = Multiple active equipment Error E08 = Acquisition required (incorrect dip switch state for turn on method) E20 = Output over current

= CREDIT UPGRADED TO UNLIMITED (upgrade credit token)

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NOTE:

There may be more error codes to come!!!

Primo installation guide

3) 3)

>1s

3. Re

insert batteries

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5.19

Primo Radio Part Setter

Primo Radio

3D Tool Setter

Primo Radio Part Setter

Primo Radio

3D Tool Setter

Primo Radio

3D Tool Setter

Part setter identified,

3D Tool

Setter waiting

Part setter acquired

, 3D Tool

Setter waiting

Method of partnership

Both the Part Setter and the 3D Tool Setter can be partnered with the Primo interface simultaneously.

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1. Remove betteries >5s

2. Trigger stylus and hold

Note:

Primo System Kits will be supplied with Equipment that has already been acquired. Using this acquisition process will only be needed when using replacement equipment or when equipment has been bought separately.

Probe enters “Acquisition waiting”

LED check

Probe status check

Release stylus

Trigger the stylus again for more than 1 second

Probe identifies Interface

Turn the Primo Interface off and on to activate

Acquisition mode

Interface enters “Acquisition waiting”

Interface identifies probe

Acquisition complete (LED green 5 s)

Acquisition complete (probe LED green 5 s)

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5.20

Installing the credit token

(same diagram as below but with Primo Probe – one iButton) remove metal ring, insert ibutton, return metal

ring, reinsert cartage

Note: At the time of purchase the 1 month credit token is already inserted into the Part Setter’s credit Token ‘cassette’. All subsequent tokens must be inserted into this cassette.

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Method of credit transfer

> 5s

indicated by

yellow/blue flashes. These flashes repeat 5

Interface display shows

indicated by

yellow/red flashes. These flashes repeat 5 times.

to credit transfer mode.

after it’s been

must

Once all the credit has been transferred

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5.21

Insert Primo credit token and

replace cover.

RGB start up LED signal.

This is followed by the 5 green

acquisition prompt flashes.

NOTES:

If credit transfer is interrupted

initiated (stage 4), then credit transfer completed on that system.

remove the token from the Primo Probe

do not

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The Part Setter has entered

credit transfer mode.

Trigger the stylus, the LED’s will flash at an increasing rate; hold

the stylus until LED’s show solid

Yellow.

Credit transfer

Part Setter returns

unsuccessful

Credit transfer

times. The

successful

credit.

remaining

Maintenance

You may undertake the maintenance routines described in these instructions; further dismantling and repair of Renishaw equipment must be carried out by an authorised Renishaw Services Centre.

Cleaning the equipment

Wipe the window of the Radio 3D Tool Setter and the body shell of the Radio Part Setter with a clean cloth on a regular basis to remove machining residue.

6.1

6.2

Primo installation guide

Changing the battery

Part Setter

Primo Probe – one CR2 battery)

(same diagram as below but with

Maintenance

6.3

3D Tool Setter

(Same diagram as below but with Primo Probe –

one CR2 battery)

Maintenance

Allowed battery types

*All CR2 batteries have worked fine so far, but still more testing to be done

Most of these batteries have not been tested yet, but it is assumed at the moment that the

batteries and not allowed batteries, will basically be the same as for the RMP40

6.4

Primo installation guide

AA Lithium Thionyl Chloride (3.6V)

Dubilier:

Maxwell

Sanyo:

Tadiran:

∞

CR2 Lithium Manganese (3V)

All batteries of this type (CR2) are fine*

Maintenance

Ecocel: EB1426

Saft: LS 14250C, LS 14250

Tadiran: SL-750

Xeno: XL-050F

∞

Varta:

SB-AA02

: ER3S

CR 14250SE

SL-350, SL-550,

TL-4902, TL-5902, TL-2150, TL-5101

CR ½ AA

list of allowed

6.5

Interface body

Interface cover

CAUTION:

Keep interface clean - No liquids or particles should enter the interface

Maintenance

Do not allow the antenna contacts to be contaminated.

Do not twist or rotate the cover by hand.

Removing the Interface cover

6.6

Maintenance

Routine 3D Tool Setter maintenance

NOTE:

In the event of inner diaphragm seal damage, return the 3D Tool Setter to your supplier for repair.

• Ensure the 3D Tool Setter is firmly secured to its mounting.

• Keep all electrical connections clean.

• Inspect the inner diaphragm once a

month.

Inspecting the inner diaphragm seal

Primo installation guide

finding

7.1

Fault finding

Primo Radio Part Setter

Symptom Cause Action

Part Setter fails to power up (no LEDs illuminated or fails to

Fault

indicate current Part Setter settings)

Part Setter fails to switch on

No credit token

Dead battery Change battery Wrong battery Change battery Battery inserted incorrectly

Battery not removed for long enough so the Part Setter has not reset

Dead battery Change battery Battery inserted incorrectly Check battery insertion/polarity Part Setter out of range Check position of Interface

No Interface ‘start/stop’ signal (radio-

on mode only) Incorrect spin speed (spin-on mode only) Incorrect switch-on method configured Check configuration and alter as required Primo in hibernation mode (radio-on mode only)

System credit depleted

Insert credit token

Check battery insertion/polarity.

Remove battery for a minimum of 5 seconds

Check Interface for green start LED

Check spin speed and duration

Ensure probe is in range and wait up to 30 seconds, then resend switch-on signal. Check position of Interface Insert new credit token

7.1

Machine stops unexpectedly during a cycle

Part Setter crashes Work piece obstructing Part Setter

Poor repeatability and/or accuracy

Radio link failure/Part Setter out of range. Interface receiver/machine fault Refer to receiver/machine user’s guide Dead battery Change battery Part Setter unable to find target surface Stylus not given sufficient time to settle from a rapid deceleration

path Part Setter length offset missing Review software

Debris on part or stylus Clean part and stylus Poor tool change repeatability Redatum after each tool change Loose Part Setter mounting on shank or loose stylus Calibration out of date and/or incorrect offsets

Check Interface/receiver and remove obstruction

Check that part is correctly positioned and that stylus has not broken Add a short dwell before the move (length of dwell will depend on stylus length and rate of deceleration). Max dwell is one second

Review software

Check and tighten as appropriate

Review probing software

Part Setter status LEDs do not correspond to Interface LEDs

Interface error LED lit during probing cycle

Interface low battery LED lit

Calibration and measurement speeds not the same Calibration feature has moved Correct the position Measurement occurs as stylus leaves surface Measurement occurs within the machine’s acceleration and deceleration zone Probing speed too high or too low Perform simple repeatability trials at

Temperature variation causes machine and workpiece movement Machine tool faulty Perform health checks on machine tool

Radio link failure – Part Setter out of Interface range Part Setter has been enclosed/shielded by metal Part Setter and Interface are not partnered

Part Setter not switched on or timed out Part Setter out of range Check position of Interface

Low battery Change battery soon

Review probing software

Review software

Review software and probe filter settings

various speeds Minimise temperature changes

Check position of Part Setter

Remove from obstruction

Partner Part Setter and Interface

Change setting. Review turn-off method

Reduced range Local radio interference Identify and remove

Part Setter fails to switch off

Incorrect switch-off method configured No Interface ‘start/stop’ signal (radioon mode only) Incorrect spin speed Check spin speed

Check configuration and alter as required

Check Interface for green start LED

finding

7.2

Tool Setter

Symptom Cause Action

3D Tool Setter fails to power up (no LEDs illuminated or fails to indicate current probe settings) or erratic LED behaviour

3D Tool Setter fails to switch on

Dead battery Change battery Wrong battery Change battery Battery inserted incorrectly Check battery insertion/polarity Battery removed for too short a time and probe has not reset

Dead battery Change batteries

Battery inserted incorrectly Check battery insertion/polarity 3D Tool Setter out of range Check position of Interface No Interface ‘start/stop’ signal (radioon mode only) 3D Tool Setter in hibernation mode (radio-on mode only)

System credit depleted Insert new credit token into Part Setter

Remove battery for a minimum of 5 seconds

Check Interface for green start LED

Ensure 3D Tool Setter is in range and wait up to 30 seconds, then resend switch-on signal. Check position of Interface

and upload credit

Fault

Machine stops unexpectedly during a probing cycle

Spindle crashes into 3D Tool Setter

Poor repeatability and/or accuracy

Radio link failure/3D Tool Setter out of range. Interface receiver/machine fault Refer to receiver/machine user’s guide Dead battery Change battery 3D Tool Setter unable to find target surface False trigger Enable enhanced trigger filer

Tool length offset incorrect Review offsets Wrong piece of equipment selected if multiple are available

Debris on part or stylus Clean part and stylus Loose 3D Tool Setter mounting on shank or loose stylus Excessive machine vibration Enable enhanced trigger filter. Eliminate

Calibration out of date and/or incorrect offsets Calibration and machine speeds not the same Calibration feature has moved Correct the position Measurement occurs within the machine’s acceleration and deceleration zone

Machine speed too high or too low Perform simple repeatability trials at

Temperature variation causes machine and workpiece movement

Machine tool faulty Perform health checks on machine tool

Check Interface/receiver and remove obstruction

Check that part is correctly positioned and that stylus has not broken

Review interface wiring or part program.

Check and tighten as appropriate

vibrations. Review probing software. Repeat calibration routine. Review software

Review software to increase back-off distance and review probe filter settings

various speeds

Minimise temperature changes

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7.2

3D Tool Setter status LEDs do not correspond to Interface LEDs

Interface error LED lit during probing cycle

Fault

finding

Interface low battery LED lit

Reduced range Local radio interference Identify and remove

Probe fails to switch off No Interface ‘start/stop’ signal (radio-

Radio link failure – 3D Tool Setter out of Interface range 3D Tool Setter has been enclosed/shielded by metal

3D Tool Setter and Interface are not partnered

3D Tool Setter not switched on or timed out Probe out of range Check position of Interface Dead Interface batteries Change Interface batteries 3D Tool Setter and Interface not partnered

Low battery Change battery soon

on mode only)

Check position of 3D Tool Setter

Remove from obstruction

Partner 3D Tool Setter and Interface

Change setting. Review turn-off method

Partner 3D Tool Setter and Interface

Check Interface for green start LED

finding

7.3

Interface

Symptom Cause Action

No LEDs lit on interface No power to interface Check wiring

Interface status LEDs do not correspond to status LEDs

Interface probe status LED continually lit red

Interface error LED lit during probing cycle

Interface error LED illuminated during intended probing cycle

All interface LEDs flashing Wiring fault Check wiring

Radio link failure – probe out of interface range Probe has been enclosed/shielded by metal

Interface and probe are not partnered Partner interface and probe

Dead probe batteries Change probe batteries

Damaged cable Check wiring

Loss of power Check wiring

Dead probe batteries Change probe batteries

Probe not switched on Check configuration and alter as

Probe out of range Check position of interface

Output over-current Check wiring, turn power to interface

Check position of interface.

Review installation

required

off and on again to reset

Fault

Interface low battery LED lit

Reduced range Local radio interference Identify and move

Low equipment batteries Change equipment batteries soon

Parts list

Type Part Number Description

Primo training programme kit

8.1

Appendix 1: Primo Radio Part Setter and

Primo Length Tool Setter combination relay

configurations

Interface switch relays

If the Primo Radio Part Setter is used in conjunction with the Primo Z Tool Setter on a machine with only one Skip input then a relay will be required to switch between the equipment. The relays that Renishaw recommends are:

Wieland 24VDC relay, part number is 341-4812