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BlueWave

MX-Series 1-Channel

Curing System User Guide

BlueWave

MX-150 LED Spot-Curing System

BlueWave

MX-250 LED Flood-Curing System

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Instructions for Safe Use

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Setup and Operation

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Maintenance

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Ordering Spare Parts and Accessories

BlueWave® MX-150

BlueWave® MX-250

Summary of Contents for BlueWave MX-150

Page 1: ...Curing System User Guide BlueWave MX 150 LED Spot Curing System BlueWave MX 250 LED Flood Curing System Instructions for Safe Use Setup and Operation Maintenance Ordering Spare Parts and Accessories BlueWave MX 150 BlueWave MX 250 ...

Page 2: ...light curing systems optimize the speed of automated assembly allow for 100 in line inspection and increase throughput System designs enable stand alone configuration or integration into your existing assembly line Please note that most dispensing and curing system applications are unique Dymax does not warrant the fitness of the product for the intended application Any warranty applicable to the ...

Page 3: ...view 11 Description of BlueWave MX Series 1CH Systems 11 Features Benefits 14 Controller Front Panel 15 Controller Back Panel 16 Unpacking 17 Parts Included 17 System Setup 17 System Connections 17 Modes of Operation 19 Manual Mode 19 Timer Mode 19 PLC Programmable Logic Controller Operation 20 Examples of PLC Wiring 23 Operation 24 Control Screen 25 Irradiation 27 Saving Programs 28 System Settin...

Page 4: ...nance 32 Measuring Checking Intensity 32 Product Cleaning 32 Alarms 32 BlueWave MX 250 Glass Window Replacement Instructions 33 Accessories 36 Spare Parts 37 Specifications 38 Validation 42 Set Exposure Time Determine Intensity 42 Set Intensity Determine Exposure Time 42 Control 42 Warranty 43 Index 44 ...

Page 5: ...on Engineering for answers to your questions before using the equipment Where to Get Help Dymax Customer Support and Application Engineering teams are available by phone in the United States Monday through Friday from 8 00 a m to 5 30 p m Eastern Standard Time You can also email Dymax at info dymax com Contact information for additional Dymax locations can be found on the back cover of this user g...

Page 6: ...BlueWave MX Series 1CH system General Safety Considerations All users of Dymax LED light sources should read and understand this user guide before assembling and using the system To learn about the safe handling and use of light curable formulations obtain and read the MSDS for each product Dymax includes an MSDS with each adhesive sold In addition fluid product MSDS can be requested through our w...

Page 7: ...oduct CAUTION Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product Do not stare at the bright light energy emitting from the unit May be harmful to the eye To avoid accidental exposure always point the emitter and or lightguide away and at the curing substrate WARNING Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product Do not look directly at the light energy emitting from the...

Page 8: ...BlueWave MX Series 1 Channel Curing Systems User Guide 8 these surfaces can result in burns Please allow either optic to cool for 10 minutes before attempting to replace the optic ...

Page 9: ...est of the three UV ranges UVA UVB and UVC Although OSHA does not currently regulate UV light exposure in the workplace the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists ACGIH does recommend Threshold Limit Values TLVs for ultraviolet light The strictest interpretation of the TLV over the UVA range for workers eyes and skin allows continuous exposure up to 1 mW cm2 intensity Unless you...

Page 10: ... simple shielding structures Rigid Plastic Film Transparent or translucent UV blocking plastics typically polycarbonate or acrylic are commonly used to create shielding where some level of transparency is also desired Flexible Film Translucent UV blocking flexible urethane films can be used to quickly create workstation shielding This UV blocking flexible urethane film is available from Dymax call...

Page 11: ... and MX 250 for flood curing as well as in three different curing wavelengths 365 385 and 405 nm The BlueWave MX 150 functions as a high intensity spot curing system The system has the ability to be set up in many configurations and can be used with a lightguide if needed The BlueWave MX 250 functions as a flood curing system with a 50 mm x 50 mm 2 in x 2 in active curing area It provides manufact...

Page 12: ...eWave MX Series 1 Channel Curing Systems User Guide 12 Figure 2 Main Components of a BlueWave MX 150 System Stand Power Switch Controller Emitter Cable Lightguide Simulator LED Emitter Touch Screen Display ...

Page 13: ...BlueWave MX Series 1 Channel Curing Systems User Guide 13 Figure 3 Main Components of a BlueWave MX 250 Stand Power Switch Controller Emitter Cable LED Emitter Touch Screen Display ...

Page 14: ...ht No mechanical shutter Instant on off no warm up period Intensity output adjustment 10 to 100 Superior accuracy over closed loop feedback or auto adjusting units Optimum process control LED emitters available in 365 385 or 405 nm wavelengths Compatible with a variety of UV and visible light curable materials including Dymax materials for fewer re qualifications Wavelength flexibility allows co o...

Page 15: ...he front panel features the power button and a touchscreen display through which the unit can be operated Power Button Press the power button to power up the controller Press the button a second time to turn the unit off Figure 3 Front Control Panel Touch Screen Display Power Button ...

Page 16: ...edal Jack Connection point for the foot pedal PLC Connector Terminals Connection points for an interface with a user supplied PLC for remote operation Emitter Connector Connection point for the system s emitter Figure 4 Back Panel Controls Connections Emitter Connector PLC Input Output Connection Terminals Foot Pedal Jack Power Cord Receptacle ...

Page 17: ... Emitter Cable Power Cord Foot Pedal Safety Glasses BlueWave MX Series 1CH User Guide LED Emitter Assembly 5 mm Lightguide Adapter MX 150 Emitter Only System Setup System Connections NOTE Although this product is designed with protection against ESD Electrostatic Discharge it is recommended to take precautions against static when handling the BlueWave MX Series controller or LED emitter independen...

Page 18: ... alarm will sound Power down the controller connect the LED emitter then power on again and the banner will appear 4 If using the optional foot pedal plug it into the foot pedal jack on the rear panel of the controller If you are using a PLC There are input and output PLC Connection Terminals that can be used to integrate the unit to an automated assembly line The input connections consist of PLC ...

Page 19: ...d to zero The time display will count up during an exposure and display the total elapsed time at the end of the exposure to allow the user to save the time and power values if desired Starting a new manual exposure will reset the time value to zero immediately and proceed to count up Timer Mode In timer mode the LED is energized for a specific time period each time the foot pedal or run button is...

Page 20: ...reading output signals provided by the unit The PLC is typically programmed to start other machinery when the BlueWave MX Series 1CH system becomes ready or something starts the unit when other machinery is ready The input and output signals are present on connector J5 located on the back of the unit NOTE A ferrite will be required on the PLC 0 10V analog input cable to reduce noise Ferrite bead P...

Page 21: ...the emitter Switch contacts incorporated into access doors on light shield type enclosures will stop energy emissions if the door is opened during an exposure cycle IN 3 4 0 VDC 24 VDC LIGHT SHIELD SENSOR Active The LED will be enabled able to accept either LED ON IN or FOOT PEDAL IN Inactive The LED will be disabled IN 5 6 0 VDC 24 VDC PROG ANALOG Active The external analog intensity input LED_IN...

Page 22: ...t program in PROG mode and then back to an analog control that can be set to whatever your PLC dictates at that time Table 2 PLC Outputs PLC Analog In Signal Name Description Isolated Inputs outputs Connector Pin Signal Level Signal GND Active Inactive PLC OUTPUTS SYSTEM STATUS Active Indicates the system is healthy Inactive Indicates that the system has one or more operational problems OUT 1 2 0 ...

Page 23: ...ave MX Series 1 Channel Curing Systems User Guide 23 Examples of PLC Wiring Figure 7 PLC Interface Using Dry Contact Switches or Relays Figure 8 PLC Analog Control Input Figure 9 PLC Discrete Status Outputs ...

Page 24: ...s or Relays Operation To operate the system first verify that all Connectors are correctly plugged into the rear panel of the unit See System Connections pg 17 for more details When all Connectors are properly plugged in press the Power Button on the front panel of the unit The system is now ready for use ...

Page 25: ...to address this situation Upon startup of the unit an intro screen will appear After 4 seconds the control screen should appear in the display It will be in administrator mode the first time the unit is started Control Screen The control screen is used to set up and run curing cycles This screen allows users to switch back and forth between administrator and production modes as well as between tim...

Page 26: ...numerical keypad for entry The entry range is 0 1 999 seconds From 0 1 30 seconds the adjustment is made in 0 1 second increments and from 30 999 seconds the adjustment is made in 1 second increments When in manual mode time is displayed and entry is not available Power Button The Irradiating power level is displayed in this field The power level is entered by touching the field which in turn brin...

Page 27: ...am Button on the bottom of the screen A list of available programs will appear Select the appropriate one and press LOAD The program will load and you will be brought back to the Control Screen 2 Press the Run Button or Foot Pedal to start the timed irradiation The irradiation will terminate when the count reaches zero The timed exposure may be aborted at any time by pressing the Stop Button Foot ...

Page 28: ...ved programs may be recalled by highlighting the desired program name and pressing LOAD The Back button will return the user to the previous screen When entering program names for different time and power settings utilize a dash or dot to separate words as the use of a space is not supported by this system Figure 12 Program Screen System Settings System settings allow the user to change the langua...

Page 29: ...lider Control on the Volume Screen Moving the Slider upward towards MAX increases the volume while moving the Slider downward towards MIN decreases it The volume can also be muted by pressing the Mute Box A check mark will appear in the Mute Box if the unit is muted When finished press DONE to save the current settings and return to the previous screen If you do not want to save the changes press ...

Page 30: ... to save the current settings and return to the previous screen If you do not want to save the changes press the Back Button and you will return to the previous screen without saving any changes Figure 17 Brightness Screen User Settings Boot Modes The User Button is only available while in Admin Mode and is grayed out inactive while in Production Mode Pressing the User Button will load the User Sc...

Page 31: ... current settings and return to the previous screen the Back Button will return the user to the previous screen without saving any change When in Production Mode to return to Administrator Mode select PRODUCTION and enter password Production Boot Mode Setting Boot Mode to Production will cause the Controller to enter Production Mode immediately after power up no password will be required System In...

Page 32: ...mperatures up to 100 C As with any energy source extended exposures will cause a thermal rise of the sensor assembly so exposure times at higher intensities 20 W cm2 should be limited to less than 10 seconds Product Cleaning Product cleaning is limited to wiping the product with a damp cloth Do not soak Isopropanol Alcohol or household cleaners may be used for cleaning the product Alarms When the ...

Page 33: ...pressing RESET ALARMS Figure 22 Alarm Icon Figure 23 Alarms Screen Alarm Codes Alarms are generated and displayed on the Alarm screen The alarms include Lightguide Not Installed Emitter Error Controller Interconnect Cable 100 LED Over Temperature 103 LED Over Current 104 Emitter Fan Speed Low BlueWave MX 250 Glass Window Replacement Instructions 1 Before starting disconnect power to the unit ...

Page 34: ...h the metallic reflector surfaces NOTE If the old window has shattered be sure to remove all debris before attempting to install the new glass window 5 Unwrap the new window and carefully clean with the enclosed alcohol swab Holding the window by its sides slide into the groove Figure 27 Take care not to touch the glass with bare hands as any residue left on the window can adversely affect the per...

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Page 36: ...35285 Face Shield 35186 Radiometer Dymax ACCU CAL 50 LED Radiometer 40505 Stands Emitter Mounting Stand 42390 Three Sided Acrylic Shield 41395 Emitter Holder Assembly Bracket MX 150 Only 42426 Misc Accessories 5 mm Lightguide Simulator MX 150 Only 36987 5 mm x 1 000 mm Liquid Lightguide MX 150 Only 35102 3 mm x 1 000 mm Bifurcated Guide 5 mm Rod MX 150 Only 37043 Adjustable Focusing Lens MX 150 On...

Page 37: ...nm 42337 BlueWave MX 150 RediCure 365 nm 42336 BlueWave MX 250 VisiCure 405 nm 42808 BlueWave MX 250 PrimeCure 385 nm 42807 BlueWave MX 250 RediCure 365 nm 42806 Power Cords Power Cord North America 35255 Power Cord Type G 40542 Key System Components AC Power Supply 42144 Foot Pedal 40402 Interconnect Cable Assembly 42287 MX 250 Emitter Glass Replacement Kit 42929 ...

Page 38: ...1 LED Activation Foot pedal LCD touchscreen or PLC Cooling Air cooled Controller Dimensions W x D x H 3 74 x 6 26 x 5 77 9 5 cm x 15 9 cm x 7 9 cm Emitter Dimensions W x D x H MX 150 1 97 x 1 97 x 7 9 5 cm x 5 cm x 20 06 cm MX 250 1 97 x 1 97 x 7 6 5 cm x 5 cm x 19 3 cm Weight Controller 2 6 lbs 1 18 kg MX 150 Emitter 1 4 lbs 0 64 kg MX 250 Emitter 1 64 lbs 0 74 kg Unit Warranty 1 year from purcha...

Page 39: ...BlueWave MX Series 1 Channel Curing Systems User Guide 39 Figure 28 BlueWave MX 150 Spectral Output RediCure PrimeCure VisiCure Figure 29 BlueWave MX 250 Spectral Output RediCure PrimeCure VisiCure ...

Page 40: ...BlueWave MX Series 1 Channel Curing Systems User Guide 40 Figure 30 Dimensions Controller Figure 31 Dimensions BlueWave MX 150 Emitter ...

Page 41: ...BlueWave MX Series 1 Channel Curing Systems User Guide 41 Figure 32 Dimensions BlueWave MX 250 Emitter ...

Page 42: ...ify light intensity and through empirical testing determine the exposure time required to achieve a full cure As with any manufacturing process it is advisable to incorporate a safety factor Contact the Dymax Application Engineering Team for additional process support Control Process validation confirms a minimum acceptable intensity Users can then choose to operate at full intensity using the exc...

Page 43: ... use of equipment may void your warranty benefits The use of aftermarket replacement parts not supplied or approved by Dymax Corporation will void any effective warranties and may result in damage to the equipment IMPORTANT NOTE DYMAX CORPORATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO INVALIDATE ANY WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED DUE TO ANY REPAIRS PERFORMED OR ATTEMPTED ON DYMAX EQUIPMENT WITHOUT WRITTEN AUTHORI...

Page 44: ...ntensity 31 Modes of Operation 18 Manual Mode 18 PLC 19 Timer Mode 18 Operation 23 Parts List 16 PLC Wiring Examples 22 Product Overview 10 Safety 6 Safety of UV Light Bright Visible Light 10 High Temperature Surfaces 9 UV Exposure 8 Saving Programs 27 Settings 27 Brightness 29 Language 28 Volume 28 Setup 16 Spare Parts 34 Specifications 35 Spectral Output 36 Support 5 System Connections 16 System...

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Page 46: ...ir performance testing and evaluation by offering equipment trial rental and leasing programs to assist in such testing and evaluations MAN081 1 2 2018 Dymax Corporation 1 860 482 1010 info dymax com www dymax com Dymax Oligomers Coatings 1 860 626 7006 info_oc dymax com www dymax oc com Dymax Europe GmbH 49 611 962 7900 info_de dymax com www dymax de Dymax Engineering Adhesives Ireland Ltd 353 21...

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