Telesis TMP4500E, TMC600 User Manual
TMP4500E/TMC600 Marking System
TMP4500E/600 Marking System – G eneral Arrangement
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The Telesis
messages into a variety of materials such as steel, aluminum, and
plastic. A hardened pin is accelerated to indent dot matrix
characters into the item being marked at depths up to .45 mm
(.018 in.) in mild steel. Character shape, size, dens ity, and locat ion
are determined by the user through the marking system software.
The Marking Head is an electromechanical marker. A metalformed cover houses the internal, mechanical components that
position the pin cartridge. An electric solenoid fires the marking
pin and an internal spring returns the pin to its idle position within
the cartridge. The marking head moves the pin cartridge through
X- and Y-axis rectilinear motions to reach the correct position for
each dot of the characters to be marked. The system software
automatically controls pin extension to mark the message.
The marker uses two stepper-motor drives to rapidly and
accurately position the pin at coordinate-defined locations in the
marking window within .006 mm (.00024 in.). The marker
accommodates the rigorous dynamics of impacting, rebounding,
and rapid positioning of the marking pin through a linear
rail/ball bearing saddle assem b ly, ceramic-coated guide
shaft/linear bushing assemblies, and drive motors with
concentric, linear drive screws.
The lightweight and portable TMP4500E is designed for remote
operation. The hand-held marker incorporates a pistol grip
handle with a Start Print pushbutton switch. A rear-mounted
handle provides additional stability during marking. It can be
used in virtually any orientation.
The integral standoff with its padded front surface is held
against the marking surface while marking. The standoff can be
adjusted forward and aft to change the pin stroke..
The integral standoff with its padded front surface is held
against the marking surface while marking. The standoff can be
adjusted forward and aft to change the pin stroke.
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TMP4500E marking system permanently prints
A tapped hole is provided in the top of the marking head
(beneath the label) to allow for installation of an eye bolt. The
eyebolt allows the marker to be suspended from a mechanicalassist device such as a cable or cable balancer.
The Pin Cartridge, machined from engineered plastic
materials, offers long life with little maintenance. Screws attach
the pin cartridge to the marking head for easy removal, cleaning,
and pin replacement. The cartridge/solenoid assembly can be
configured for Long Throw or Short Throw operation. Long
Throw configuration allows for deeper marks while Short
Throw configuration allows for faster marking.
The Marking Pins are made of carbide and are available in 30°
and 45° cone angles.
The Marker Cable connects the marker to the controller. The
cable is 4 m (13 ft.) long and is pre-wired to the marking head.
TMC600 Controller runs the MerlinTouch PS software and
provides the user interface for operating the marking system. The
controller features an integrated, 10-in., high-resolution, touch
screen monitor in the top panel. The back panel of the controller
provides the electrical interface for connecting to optional, remote
I/O sources. See TMC600 Controller Specifications for details.
SYSTEM OPTIONS
• Bar Code Scanner
• Bar Code Wand
• Logo/Font Generator Software
• Marking Head Extension Cables
• TMC600 Controller Wall-mounting Bracket Kit
• USB mouse and Keyboard
• Tool Stand (for fixed-mounting applications)
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SYSTEM SETUP
The TMC600 is not a sealed unit. Protect it from potentially
The marking head is designed to be used as a hand-held marker.
Optionally, it may be suspended from a cable balancer or mounted
on a Telesis tool stand.
TMP4500E MARKING HEAD
Specifications
TMP4500E Hand-Held Marking Head Dimensions
The following procedures provide only a general overview of
the installation process. For complete installation instructions,
refer to the TMP4500E Installation & Maintenance Manual and
the TMC600 Controller Installation & Maintenance Manual.
damaging conditions and co ntaminants. Do not block the vents in
case. Ensure the marking system is ele ctrically isolated from any
devices that may generate extreme electromagnetic interference
(EMI).
1. Locate controller as close as practical to marking head.
Standard marker cable length is 4 m (13 ft.).
2. Install the controller as a table-top, wall-mounted, panelmounted, or enclosure-mounted unit, as applicable.
3. Ensure controller power switch is OFF.
4. Connect marker cable to controller.
5. Connect power cable to controller.
6. Position controller power switch to ON (on back panel)
to start the marking system software.
7. Adjust pin stroke for impact depth, as required.
The TMP4500E marking head specifications are subject to
change without prior notice.
Dimensions .............................. see TMP4500E Hand-Held
Rating ...................................... NEMA
Weight ..................................... 3.82 kg (8.4 lb) marker & cable
Noise ........................................ 81.4 dB (max); 73.1 dB (LEQ)
Vibration ................................... Does not exceed 2.5 m/s
Marking Area (W x H) .............. 100 x 25 mm (4.0 x 1.0 in.)
Number of Impact Pins ............ 1
Pin Types ................................. 30° or 45° cone angle
Pin Type ................................... Carbide with
Pin Stroke (max.) ..................... 8.26 mm (.325 in) Long Throw
Operating Temp. ...................... 0° to 50°C (32° to 122° F),
Humidity ................................... 10% to 80%
Marking Head Dimensions
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1 (I.P. 30)
3.00 kg (6.6 lb) marker only
See Marking Noise for details
See Vibration Data for details
30° or 45° cone angle
4.45 mm (.175 in.) Short Throw
non-condensing
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Marking Characteristics
The TMP4500E can produce character sizes from 1.5 to 25 mm
(.060 to 1.0 in.) increments. Characters can be rotated 359° in 1°
increments with a printing resolution range from 4 dots/cm
(10 dots/in.) to 31 dots/cm (80 dots/in.) for an engraved look.
The depth of mark can be adjusted over a significant range by
adjusting the pin stroke and/or adjusting the Depth parameter in
the marking system software.
Marking Speeds
The system can mark 3.175 mm (.125 in.) high characters in the
5x7 font at a rate of 2 characters per second at a depth of .45 mm
(.018 in.) in mild steel. Speeds will vary widely depending on the
selected character size, style, and dot density. Specific tim es can
be verified by a Telesis representative.
Marking Noise
Sound pressure-level tests were conducted on the TMP4500E
Marking System using a Larson-Davis Model 710 sound
pressure meter while dry firing the marker at a 50% duty cycle.
The maximum sound pressure level during the test cycle was
measured at 81.4 dB. The time-weighted average (LEQ) using
the 3 db rule without threshold was 73.1 dB. Typical
applications average a 20% to 30% duty cycle where the timeweighted average would not exceed 69.1 dB(A).
The sound pressure-level tests were carried out under controlled
conditions, imitating as closely as possible, predicted normal
operation. However, noise level is heavily dependent on the part
being impacted. Conditions such as the material being marked,
the rigidity of the work piece, machine settings, ambient noise,
etc., may all vary when in operational use. Such variables will
alter the actual noise level.
Despite detailed guidance provided with each machine, variable
operating conditions are beyond the control of Telesis. The
responsibility of establishing safe working levels of use remains
with the end user. Accordingly, you should conduct your own
sound pressure-level tests for your application while marking
actual work pieces.
Pin Life
Pin life depends largely on the type of material being marked,
how hard or abrasive it is, and the required marking depth.
Vibration Data
Total hand-arm vibration does not exceed 2.5 m/s2.
Vibration tests were performed under controlled conditions
imitating, as closely as possible, typical normal operation.
Conditions such as rigidity of the work piece, material, setting
of the machine, etc. may vary in actual operational use and
would alter the actual vibration level. Despite detailed guidance
instructions provided with each machine, such conditions are
beyond the control of Telesis and must remain the responsibility
of the end user. Accordingly, you should conduct your own tests
to establish safe working levels of use.
The vibration tests were conducted using the following
parameters:
Pin Stroke ................................. 8 mm (.31 in) set for Long Throw
Marking Base ........................... 20 mm (.79 in) thick steel
Marking Surfaces ..................... 3 mm (.125 in) thick steel plate
Marking Mode .......................... Dot
Text Marked ............................. QWERTYUI12345678
5x7 font, 3mm (.12 in) charac ters
The following test results reflect the worst-case scenarios under
the given test conditions.
Pistol Grip Handle
VM T
0.933 m/s2 more than 24 hr more than 24 hr
T
(EAV)
(ELV)
Padded (rear-mounted) Handle
VM T
0.87 m/s2 more than 24 hr more than 24 hr
T
(EAV)
(ELV)
where:
VM = hand/arm Vibration Magnitude.
T
= time to reach the Exposure Action Value based on
(EAV)
continuous marking.
T
= time to reach the Exposure Limit Value based on
(ELV)
continuous marking.
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