Telesis TMP1700 User Manual

TMP1700/470 Marking System

TMP1700/470 Marking System – General Arrangement

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

The Telesis® TMP1700/470 PINSTAMP® marking system
permanently prints messages into a variety of materials such as
steel, aluminum, and plastic. A hardened pin is pneumatically
accelerated to indent dot matrix characters into the item being
marked. The shape, size, density, and location of characters are
determined by the user through the system software. The marking
head moves the pin cartridge through X- and Y-axis motions to
reach the correct position for each dot of the characters to be
marked. The system software automatically controls pin
extension and retraction to mark the message.

The system is compliant with UL, CSA, CE, and RoHS specifications.

TMP1700 Marking Head includes the mechanical motion
components to position the marking pin at precise X/Y positions
and the pneumatic components to drive the marking pin from, and
return the pin to, the pin cartridge.

The floating pin design permits high quality, consistent marks on
irregular, slightly curved surfaces. It also accommodates
applications where marking surfaces cannot be positioned at a
consistent distance from the marker.

The TMP1700 marking head is an X/Y-traversing mechanism.
Using two stepper motor drives, it accurately and rapidly positions
the pin at coordinate-defined locations in marking window within
.001" (.025 mm). The TMP1700 accommodates the rigorous
dynamics of impacting, rebounding, and rapid positioning of the
marking pin through a system of rigid rails and ball bearing
saddles, timing belts, and direct-drive, toothed pulleys.

The internal mechanism is protected from debris by an integral
shield. Three stainless steel panels slide against one another,
constrained by the cartridge and the high-impact ABS cover, to

prevent debris from entering the marking head. A flexible, oil­resistant fabric boot is also available for applications requiring
additional protection, especially against liquid sprays and mists.

Marker Cable, pre-wired to the marking head, connects the
marker to the controller. The highly flexible cable is 4m (13 ft.)
long. Optional extension cables are available for greater distances.

Pin Cartridges, machined from engineered plastic materials, offer
long life with little maintenance. Clasps are used to attach the pin
cartridge to the marking head for easy cleaning and pin replacement.

Marking Pins for the TMP1700 include the 25L-, 25XL-, 150S,
150SA-series and the 10MP MicroPin™. Refer to the TMP1700
Marking Head Dimensions drawing for pin stroke (pin extension)
dimensions. Refer to the marking depth tables for pin cone angles
and depths.

Filter/Regulator Unit includes two regulators with pressure
gauges to control the drive air and return air. The first regulator
contains a filter to help remove contaminants from the supply air.
Two air lines connect the regulated air to the marking head. Drive
air fires the impact pin; return air pushes it back into the cartridge.
The standard air lines are 12 ft. (3.6 m) long made of 1/4" tubing.

TMC470 Controller contains an integrated keyboard with an LCD
display. It provides a text-only operator interface and allows full
operational control of the TMP1700 marking head. The back panel
provides the electrical interface for connecting to optional, remote
I/O sources. Refer to TMC470 Controller Specifications for details.

Optional System Computer. The TMC470 Controller may be
connected to a PC that runs the Merlin

®

III Visual Design Software.
The PC may be supplied by Telesis or by the customer. Refer to
PC-based Merlin III Software and TCP/IP Interface for details.

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TMP1700 Marking Head Dimensions

SYSTEM SETUP

When designing a fixture, allow for 3-axis adjustment to aid in
horizontal, vertical, and lateral alignment of the marking head.

1. Mount marking head to optional tool post assembly (or
other suitable fixture) using two M6 bolts. Mounting bolts

must not extend into marking head more than more
5/8" (15 mm).

2. Mount filter/regulator assembly within 12 ft. (3.6m) of
marker.

3. Connect drive air and return air lines to the marking head.

4. Connect supply air to input port on filter/regulator
assembly.

CAUTION

The TMC470 is not a sealed unit. Protect it from
potentially damaging conditions and contaminants. Do not
block vents in bottom of case. Ensure the marking system
is electrically isolated from any devices that may generate
extreme electromagnetic interference (EMI).

5. Locate controller as close as practical to marking head.
Standard marker cable length is 4 m (13 ft.).

6. Install the controller as a table-top, wall-mounted, panel­mounted, or enclosure-mounted unit, as applicable.

7. Ensure controller power switch is OFF.

8. Connect marker cable to controller.

9. Connect power cable to controller.

10. (optional) For systems that connect to a PC running the
Merlin III Visual Design Software:

a. Ensure PC power switch is OFF.
b. Connect cable to controller Ethernet Port and to PC.
c. Connect power cable to PC.
d. Position PC power switch to ON.
e. (customer-supplied PC) Install marking system

software.

11. Position controller power switch to ON.

12. Start marking system software.

13. Adjust pin stroke, drive air, and return air for impact
depth.

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SYSTEM OPTIONS

• Oil Resistant Fabric Boot

• Marking Head Extension Cables

• Tool Post Assembly

• Auxiliary Axis Driver Board Kit

• Motorized Z-axis Tool Post with Programmable Travel

• Motorized Theta-axis with Programmable Rotary Drive Unit

• TMC470 Controller Wall-mounting Bracket Kit

• TMC470 Controller Panel-mounting Bezel/Bracket Kit

• TMC470N NEMA

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Enclosure

• Bar Code Scanner or Bar Code Wand with Cable

• Foot Switch (Start Print) or Pushbutton Station (Start/Abort)

• Backup Utility Software

• Upgrade Utility Software

• Logo/Font Generator Software

• Merlin III Visual Design Software

• System Computer (to run the Merlin III software)

TMP1700 MARKING HEAD

Specifications

The TMP1700 marking head specifications are subject to change
without prior notice.

Dimensions ............................... refer to TMP1700 Marking Head

Weight ...................................... 6.4 lb. (2.9 kg)

Operating Temperature. .......... 32° to 122° F (0° to 50° C),

Air Supply ................................. Clean and dry, 60 to 120 psig

Air Consumption ...................... .04 SCFM (idle) 0.6 SCFM (marking)

Marking Area ............................ 2.5 x 1.5" (63 x 38 mm)

Pin Types .................................. 10MP-, 25L-, 25XL-, 150S, or

Pin Material............................... Carbide (10MP-series MicroPin™)

Powdered metal or stainless steel

Powdered metal or tool steel with

Dimensions drawing

non-condensing

(4.2 to 8.3 bars)

150SA-series

with diamond tip or carbide
(25L-, 25XL-series)

carbide tip (150S-, 150SA-series)

TMP1700 MARKING HEAD (continued)

Marking Characteristics

The TMP1700 can produce characters as small as .030" (.76mm),
printed at any angle within the marking window. Printing
resolutions range from 10 dots per inch to 200 dots per inch for an
engraved look. The depth of mark can be adjusted over a
significant range by adjusting the pin stroke and, to a lesser extent,
by adjusting the drive air pressure.

Marking Speeds

Generally, the system will mark four characters per second (using
5x7 font, .125" [3 mm] high characters). Speeds will vary slightly
depending on the selected character size, style, and dot density.
Specific times can be verified by a Telesis

Pin Life

representative.

Pin life depends largely on the type of material being marked, how
hard or abrasive it is, and the required marking depth. On typical
metals with a hardness of Rockwell Rb47, marking at a depth of
.005" (.127 mm), powdered steel pins average about 3 million
impressions before needing sharpened; carbide pins average
approximately 9 million impressions. If carbide pins are used,
marking times will increase by approximately 25% due to the
increased weight of the pins.

Marking Noise

When marking cold-rolled steel strips at 50% duty cycle, the noise
level of the TMP1700 Marking System has been measured at 74.6
dB, using the "time weighted average" approach (average sound
exposure over an 8 hour period). It is expected that as the duty
cycle rises, the time weighted average will rise also. Typical
applications average around 20%-30% duty cycle where the sound
pressure level would not exceed 70 dB (A).

Noise-level Tests have been carried out under controlled
conditions imitating as closely as possible predicted normal
operation. Conditions such as rigidity of the work piece, material,
setting of the machine, ambient noise, etc. may vary when in
operational use and would alter the actual noise level.

Despite detailed guidance notes provided with each machine,
these conditions would be out of the control of Telesis and must
remain the responsibility of the end user to conduct their own tests
to establish safe working levels of use.

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