Renishaw RMP60Q User Manual

Installation guide

Draft copy 09/07/12

H-5742-8504-01-A (Beta Site only)

RMP60 - radio machine probe

© 2012 Renishaw plc. All rights reserved.

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Renishaw plc.

Renishaw part no: H-5742-8504-01-A (Beta Site only)

First issued: July 2012

Contents

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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 probe .........................................................1.1

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

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

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

FCC information to the user (USA only) ..........................................1.3

Radio approval .............................................................1.4

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

RMP60 basics .................................................... 2.1

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

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

System interface ..........................................................2.1

2nd generation RMP60 ....................................................2.2

Trigger Logic™ ...........................................................2.2

Modes of operation .......................................................2.2

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

Enhanced trigger filter .....................................................2.4

Hibernation mode .........................................................2.4

Multiple probe mode .......................................................2.4

Acquisition mode .........................................................2.5

RMP60 dimensions ..........................................................2.6

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RMP60 specification .........................................................2.7

System installation ................................................ 3.1

Installing the RMP60 with an RMI or RMI-Q .......................................3.1

Operating envelope .......................................................3.1

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Performance envelope when using the RMP60 with the RMI or RMI-Q ...............3.2

Preparing the RMP60 for use ..................................................3.3

Fitting the stylus ..........................................................3.3

Installing the batteries .....................................................3.5

Mounting the probe on a shank (or machine table) ...............................3.6

Stylus on-centre adjustment .................................................3.7

Stylus trigger force and adjustment ..............................................3.8

Calibrating the RMP60 .......................................................3.9

Why calibrate a probe? ....................................................3.9

Calibrating in a bored hole or on a turned diameter ...............................3.9

Calibrating in a ring gauge or on a datum sphere ................................3.9

Calibrating the probe length .................................................3.9

Trigger Logic™ ................................................... 4.1

Reviewing the current probe settings ............................................4.1

Multiple probe settings .......................................................4.2

Probe settings record ........................................................4.3

Changing the probe settings ...................................................4.4

RMP60 – RMI partnership ..................................................... 4.6

RMP60 – RMI-Q partnership ................................................... 4.7

Operating mode .............................................................4.8

Maintenance ...................................................... 5.1

Maintenance ...............................................................5.1

Cleaning the probe ..........................................................5.1

Changing the batteries .......................................................5.2

Diaphragm replacement ......................................................5.4

RMP60M system .................................................. 6.1

RMP60M system ............................................................6.1

RMP60M dimensions ........................................................6.2

RMP60M screw torque values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2

Fault finding ...................................................... 7.1

Parts list ......................................................... 8.1

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1.1

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 symbol used in the
RENISHAW logo are registered trademarks of
Renishaw plc in the United Kingdom and other
countries. apply innovation and names and
designations of other Renishaw products and
technologies are trademarks of Renishaw plc or
its subsidiaries.

Warranty

Equipment requiring attention under warranty
must be returned to your equipment supplier.

Unless otherwise specifically agreed in writing
between you and Renishaw, if you purchased
the equipment from a Renishaw company the
warranty provisions contained in Renishaw’s
CONDITIONS OF SALE apply. You should consult
these conditions in order to find out the details of
your warranty but in summary the main exclusions
from the warranty are if the equipment has been:

• neglected, mishandled or inappropriately
used; or

• modified or altered in any way except with
the prior written agreement of Renishaw.

If you purchased the equipment from any other
supplier, you should contact them to find out what
repairs are covered by their warranty.

All other brand names and product names used
in this document are trade names, service marks,
trademarks, or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.

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 probe

Keep system components clean and treat the
probe as a precision tool.

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Patents

Features of the RMP60 probe, and other similar
Renishaw probes, are subject of one or more of the
following patents and/or patent applications:

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1.2

CN 100466003

CN 101287958

CN 101482402A

EP 0695926

EP 1185838

EP 1373995

EP 1425550

EP 1457786

EP 1477767

EP 1477768

EP 1576560

EP 1701234

EP 1734426

EP 1804020

EP 1931936

EP 1988439

EP 2216761

IN 2004/057552

IN 2004/057552

IN 2007/028964

IN 215787

JP 2009-507240

JP 2010-238243

JP 3967592

JP 4237051

JP 4575781

JP 4754427

JP 4773677

JP 4851488

KR 1001244

TW I333052

US 2011-0002361-A1

US 5279042

US 5669151

US 6,776,344 B2

US 6941671

US 7145468

US 7285935

US 7441707

US 7486195

US 7665219

US 7812736

US 7821420

EC declaration of conformity

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FCC information to the user
(USA only)

C

Renishaw plc declares that the RMP60 radio
machine probe complies with the applicable
standards and regulations.

Contact Renishaw plc at www.renishaw.com/
rmp60 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.

47 CFR Section 15.19

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
rules.

Operation is subject to the following 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.

47 CFR Section 15.21

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

47 CFR Section 15.105

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case you will be required to
correct the interference at your own expense.

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Radio approval

Radio equipment - Canadian warning

statements

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.

Radio approvals

Europe: CE

USA: TBA

Canada: TBA

Japan: TBA

China TBA

French

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.

Safety

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• Do not disassemble, pierce, deform or apply
excessive pressure to the batteries.

Information to the user

The RMP60 is supplied with two non-rechargeable
AA alkaline batteries. Lithium Thionyl Chloride
non-rechargable AA batteries may also be used
in the RMP60 (see 'Changing the batteries' in
Section 5 - Maintenance). Lithium batteries must
be approved to IEC 62133. Once the charge in the
batteries is depleted, do not attempt to recharge
them.

The use of this symbol on the batteries used in this
product indicate that the 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
consequence for the environmental and human
health.

Please ensure replacement batteries are of the
correct type and are fitted with the correct polarity
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 manufacturers'
literature.

• Do not swallow the batteries.

• Keep the batteries out of the reach of

children.

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• Do not get batteries wet.

1.5

If a battery is damaged, exercise caution when
handling it.

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 to their shipment
by air. To reduce the risk of shipment delays, if you
need to return the products to Renishaw for any
reason, do not return any batteries.

The RMP60 has a glass window. 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 probe signals to halt the movement of
the machine.

• Ensure that all batteries are inserted with
the correct polarity.

• Do not store batteries in direct sunlight or
rain.

• Do not heat or dispose of batteries in a fire.

• Avoid forced discharge of the batteries.

• Do not short-circuit the batteries.

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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
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 0V/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)
This is very important and 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 this equipment is used in a manner not specified
by the manufacturer, the protection provided by
the equipment may be impaired.

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Introduction

RMP60 is part of a new generation of radio
transmission part probing systems, ideally suited
to large machining centres or where line-of-sight
between probe and receiver is difficult to achieve.

RMP60 features an integrated probe module
delivering exceptional robustness and generous
overtravel.

RMP60 complies with worldwide standards
and operates in the 2.4 GHz band. It delivers
interference-free transmission through the use
of FHSS (frequency hopping spread spectrum).
This allows many systems to operate in the same
machine shop without risk of cross-talk.

RMP60 can be operated/used alone or form part
of a larger system comprised of multiple radio
spindle probes and/or tool setters to function with
a single interface.

All RMP60 settings are configured using ‘Trigger
Logic’. This technique enables the user to review
and subsequently change probe settings by
deflecting the stylus whilst observing the LED
display.

Gettingstarted

Three multicolour probe LEDs provide visual
indication of selected probe settings.

For example:

• Switch-on and switch-off methods

• Probe status - triggered or seated

• Battery condition

Batteries are inserted or removed as shown (see
‘Installing the batteries’ for further information).

On insertion of batteries, the LEDs will begin to
flash (see ‘Reviewing current probe settings’ for
further information).

Systeminterface

The RMI or RMI-Q are integrated interfaces/
receivers used to communicate between the
RMP60 probe and the machine control.

Configurable settings are:

• Switch-on/switch-off method

• Trigger filter setting

• Hibernation setting

• Multiple probe mode

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Trigger Logic™

Trigger Logic™ (see Section 4 - Trigger Logic™)
is a method that allows the user to view and select
all available mode settings in order to customise
a probe to suit a specific application. Trigger
Logic™ is activated by battery insertion and uses
a sequence of stylus deflection (triggering) to
systematically lead the user through the available
choices to allow selection of the required mode
options.

Current probe settings can be reviewed by
simply removing the batteries for a minimum of
5 seconds, and then replacing them to activate
the Trigger Logic™ review sequence.

Modes of operation

The RMP60 probe can be in one of three modes:

Standby mode: where the probe is awaiting a
switch on signal.

Operational mode: activated by one of the switch
on methods described on this page. In this mode
the RMP60 is ready for use.

Configuration mode: where Trigger Logic™ may
be used to configure the following probe settings.

Hibernation mode: ??????

Configurable settings

Switch on/switch off methods

The following switch on/switch off options are
user-configurable.

1. Radio on/Radio off

2. Radio on/Timer off

3. Spin on/Spin off

4. Spin on/Timer off

5. Shank switch on/Shank switch off

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Switch on options are configurable

RMP60 switch off method

Switch off options are configurable

Switch on time

Radio on

Radio switch on is commanded by
machine input.

Spin on

Spin at 500 rev/min for 1 second
minimum.

Radio off

Radio switch off is commanded by
machine input. A timer automatically
switches the probe off 90 minutes
after the last trigger if it is not turned
off by machine input.

Timer off (timeout)

Timeout will occur 12, 33 or 134
seconds (user configurable) after the
last probe trigger or reseat.

Spin off

Spin at 500 rev/min for 1 second
minimum. A timer automatically
switches the probe off 90 minutes
after the last trigger if it is not spun.

Timer off (timeout)

1 second maximum
(see note below).

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1 second maximum
(see note below).

Timeout will occur 12, 33 or 134
seconds (user configurable) after the
last probe trigger or reseat.

Shank switch on Shank switch off

NOTES:

In ‘radio on’ mode, the switch on time is user
selectable 0.5 or 1.0 second maximum when
using RMI-Q (selection is made in RMI-Q).
Otherwise 1.0 second maximum.

In ‘radio on’ mode, the switch on time assumes
a good radio communication link. In a poor RF
environment this may rise to a maximum of 3.0
seconds.

For more information on the user selectable switch
on time when operating with RMI-Q, please refer
to the RMI-Q installation guide.

In 'spin on mode , the 2 seconds starts from the
moment the spindle reaches 500 rev/min.

After being switched on, the RMP60 must be on
for 1 second minimum before being switched off.

1 second maximum.