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4-4 Setting the X- and A-axis Origins

Chapter 4 Setting the Origins

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Select [A Origin].

Click [Apply].

Click [Close].

Important Note on the Y- and Z-axis Origins

In the preceding steps

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- , never select the Y-axis origin or the Z-axis origin. Doing so shifts the Y- and Z-axis

origins away from the A-axis center.

Operation Using the Handy Panel

You can also perform this operation using the handy panel.

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P. 61, "Chapter 6 - Handy Panel"

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Page 1: ...e specifications of this product are subject to change without notice The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible If you find any misprint or error please inform us Roland DG Corp assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through use of this product regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product ...

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Page 3: ... the A axis Coordinate 33 3 2 Using the Workpiece Chuck 34 Clamping the Workpiece 34 3 3 Using the Tailstock 35 What s a Tailstock 35 Installing the Live Center or Center Drill 35 Drilling a Center Hole 36 Butting the Live Center Flush 39 Chapter 4 Setting the Origins 41 4 1 A Different Way of Thinking for the Y and Z axis Origins 42 The Y and Z axis Origin Settings When Using the Rotary Axis Unit...

Page 4: ...heel Feed 63 Displaying the A axis Location 63 6 3 Setting the A axis Origin 64 Setting the A axis Origin 64 Chapter 7 Appendix 65 7 1 Daily Care 66 Cleaning 66 Replacing the Center Drill 66 7 2 What to Do If 67 The unit doesn t run 67 The cutting location is not as intended 67 In multiple surface cutting differences in levels occur at seams 67 Responding to an Error Message 67 7 3 NC Code Specifi...

Page 6: ...amage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings as well to domestic animals or pets About the Symbols The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle The symbol at left means danger of electrocution The symbol alerts the user to items that must never ...

Page 7: ...ding area Make sure that movement of the machine poses no danger including making sure no person is inside the machine s area of opera tion Never use the machine for any purpose for which it is not intended or use the machine in an undue manner that exceeds its capacity Doing so may result in injury or fire Never use a cutting tool that has become dull Perform frequent maintenance to keep and use ...

Page 8: ...s Accidentally swallowing or inhaling cutting waste may be hazardous to the health Danger of pinching entanglement and burns WARNING Never attempt operation while wearing a necktie necklace loose clothing or gloves Bind long hair securely Such items may become caught in the ma chine resulting in injury Securely fasten the cutting tool and work piece in place After securing in place make sure no wr...

Page 9: ...ace any flammable object nearby Never use a combustible aerosol spray nearby Never use in any location where gases can accumulate Combustion or explosion may be a danger WARNING Never use cutting oil This machine is not designed for the flow of cutting oil Oil may get inside the machine and cause fire or electrical shock Never use a pneumatic blower This machine is not compatible with a pneu matic...

Page 10: ...ir warnings Also never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured Caution Pinching Hazard Contact during operation may cause the hand or fingers to become pinched resulting in injury Caution Danger of Entangle ment Entanglement in the rotating area is a danger Keep hair neckties fingers and the like away from the area To Ensure Safe Use 8 ...

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Page 12: ...Par dommage matériel il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet indésirable sur la maison tous les meubles et même les animaux domestiques À propos des symboles Le symbole attire l attention de l utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les avertissements Le sens précis du symbole est déterminé par le dessin à l intérieur du triangle Le symbole à gauche signifie danger d électrocution Le sy...

Page 13: ...ne présentent aucun danger s assurer en particulier que personne ne se trouve dans la zone de fonctionnement de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser l appareil à des fins au tres que celles pour lesquelles il est conçu Ne jamais l utiliser de manière abusive ou d une manière qui dépasse sa capacité Le non respect de cette consigne peut causer des blessures ou un incendie Ne jamais utiliser un outil de co...

Page 14: ...e faire preuve de prudence pour empêcher que la poussière s enflamme ou explose Ramasser des rognures fines à l aide d un aspirateur ordinaire peut créer un risque d incendie ou d explosion Vérifier auprès du fabricant de l aspirateur Dans les cas où il est impossible de déterminer si un aspirateur peut être utilisé sans danger se servir d une brosse ou d un article semblable plutôt que d un aspir...

Page 15: ...cun autre objet n a été laissé en place Si tel était le cas ces objets pourraient être projetés avec force hors de l appareil et causer des blessures Faire preuve de prudence pour éviter l écrasement ou le coincement La main ou les doigts peuvent être écrasés ou coincés s ils entrent en contact avec certaines surfaces par inadvertance Faire preuve de prudence pendant l utilisation de l appareil AT...

Page 16: ...proximité de l appareil Ne jamais util iser de produit inflammable en aérosol à proximité de l appareil Ne jamais utiliser l appareil dans un endroit où des gaz peu vent s accumuler Une combustion ou une explosion pourraient se produire ATTENTION Ne jamais utiliser d huile de coupe Cet appareil n est pas conçu pour traiter l huile de coupe L huile peut s infiltrer à l intérieur et causer un incend...

Page 17: ...s vignettes et ne pas les laisser s encrasser Attention risque de pincement Un contact pendant le fonctionnement peut coincer la main ou les doigts ce qui risque de causer des blessures Attention Danger d emmêlement ll y a danger d emmêlement autour des éléments tournants Tenir les cheveux les cravates les doigts et les articles semblables loin de la zone où se trouvent les éléments tournants Pour...

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Page 19: ...ive force Use within the range of specifications Diligently keep clean of cutting waste Never attempt to move the table or spindle unit by hand with undue force Install in a suitable location Install in a location that meets the specified conditions for temperature relative humidity and the like Install in a quiet stable location offering good operating conditions Never use the machine in an envir...

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Page 21: ...19 Chapter 1 Introduction ...

Page 22: ...rted Model MODELA Pro II MDX 540S MODELA Pro II MDX 540 Installation on a machine equipped with either the standard table or the T slot table is possible Use in combination with an ATC unit is possible Organization of the Documentation Installation and operation this unit require prior knowledge of the handling and operation of the modeling machine Before you read this document be sure to familiar...

Page 23: ...ables you to perform operations for items that involve the rotary axis unit Drive unit Chuck tightening knob Workpiece chuck Z origin sensor Tailstock spindle Tailstock spindle adjusting dial Tailstock Tailstock spindle retaining knob Live center Base plates Display of A axis coordinate A axis feed buttons ...

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Page 26: ...only two are used 3 Not used on machines installed with the standard table 4 Use a Phillips screwdriver to attach these Overview of the Installation Procedure Drive unit Center drill Origin detection pin diameter 6 mm Tailstock Y origin sensor Cap screws M8 x 20 mm x8 2 Base plates x2 1 Z origin sensor Plastic screws M4 x 30 mm x3 1 4 Live center Spacer 1 Plastic screws M4 x 15 mm x3 3 4 T slot nu...

Page 27: ...his unit in combination with an ATC unit then install the ATC unit first before you install this unit If this unit is already installed on the machine then it must first be removed Also the ATC unit includes a Z origin sensor as well but it is not used so remove it When you re using this unit in combina tion with an ATC unit attach only the Z origin sensor for this unit About VPanel Settings VPane...

Page 28: ...manual feed to move the table toward the front Shut down the modeling machine and disconnect the power cable WARNING Be sure to disconnect the power cable Failure to do so may result in danger of injury Install the base plate Gently turn the workpiece chuck by hand until the installation hole can be seen Slide the T slot nut into the groove Attach the drive unit Stopper Butt this flush against the...

Page 29: ...ock Install the Z origin sensor If the machine is equipped with an ATC unit then install this Z origin sen sor and remove the Z origin sensor for the ATC Go on to 2 3 Step 2 Connect the Cables For a T slot Table Cap screw M8 x 20 mm Plastic screws M4 x 30 mm Spacer T slot nut Orient the hole in this direction ...

Page 30: ...table toward the front Shut down the modeling machine and disconnect the power cable WARNING Be sure to disconnect the power cable Failure to do so may result in danger of injury Gently turn the workpiece chuck by hand until the installation hole can be seen Slide the T slot nut into the groove Attach the drive unit Slide the T slot nut into the groove Attach the tailstock Stopper Butt this flush ...

Page 31: ...ion Install the Z origin sensor If the machine is equipped with an ATC unit then install this Z origin sen sor and remove the Z origin sensor for the ATC Go on to 2 3 Step 2 Connect the Cables Plastic screws M4 x 15 mm Orient the hole in this direction ...

Page 32: ...ne is operated This completes the installation Before You Start Cutting When you ve finished installation first make the setting for the Y axis origin Note however that doing this requires basic knowledge of how to operate the unit First read Chapter 3 then carry out the operation P 31 Chapter 3 Basic Operation P 43 4 2 Setting the Y axis Origin Secure with the retaining band Connect the connector...

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Page 34: ...dy Panel A axis feed button This performs manual feed for the A axis WARNING This procedure makes the machine operate Before you perform this procedure check to make sure that op eration of the machine will not create any hazard or danger Selecting one of these enables step feed Each click of a feed button moves the specified number of steps On the A axis one step is 0 01 degrees Note that when yo...

Page 35: ...unit of measurement used to indicate A axis co ordinates is the degree and this cannot be changed Inactualcuttingoperations considerationmustalsobegiventothelocationoftheA axiscenter Whenyou reusingtherotary axis unit instead of simply setting the origin to match the location of the workpiece the origin location must be determined with consideration also given to the location of the center around ...

Page 36: ...k to secure either square or round material in place Secure the workpiece the material to cut in place firmly so that it doesn t slip or wobble Using manual feed to orient the tightening knob to face upward beforehand can make this task easier to accomplish Square Material Round Material Tighten Loosen Tighten Loosen ...

Page 37: ...Installing the Live Center or Center Drill Installing Insert into the hole in the tailstock spindle First extend the tailstock spindle by about 5 mm 0 2 in then insert If the tailstock spindle is not extended enough insertion all the way is impossible Detaching Retractingthetailstockspindleallthewaymakes detaching easier Extend by about 5 mm 0 2 in Retract Loosen when turning the knob Extend the t...

Page 38: ...is required in order to butt the live center flush Follow the procedure below to drill the center hole Procedure Attach the center drill Slide the tailstock to bring it flush against the drill While maintaining contact securely in the direction of the arrow tighten the retaining screw Close the spindle cover ...

Page 39: ...con Click Drill Workpiece WARNING This procedure makes the machine operate Before you per form this procedure check to make sure that operation of the machine will not create any hazard or danger Click Rotate Slowly turn the adjusting dial and cut in about 3 mm 0 1 in 3 mm 0 1 in ...

Page 40: ...r 3 Basic Operation When you re finished click Stop Click Close Important Note on Workpiece Weight You can drill workpieces weighing up to 1 5 kg 3 3 lb by using this method For workpieces exceeding this use a different means to drill ...

Page 41: ...amount of force to match the workpiece Applying too much pressure may deform the workpiece or prevent it from rotating smoothly Procedure Attach the live center Slide the tailstock to bring it flush against the live center While maintaining contact securely in the direction of the arrow tighten the retaining screw Rotate the dial a half turn or so to tighten Tighten the retaining knob ...

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Page 44: ... position for cutting In such cases it is most common to set the Y and Z axis origins at the center of the A axis This chapter describes the origin settings for such cases Setting the Origins for the Y and Z Axes To align theY and Z axis origins with the center of the A axis you first perform detection of the A axis center using an origin sensor This location the Y coordinate of the A axis center ...

Page 45: ...tion Changes in temperature and the like can cause mechanical misalignment and we recommend performing periodic detection to maintain accuracy 1 Preparation of the Origin Sensor Use manual feed to move the table toward the front Mount the origin detection pin on the spindle If the machine is equipped with an ATC unit then load the tool holder mounted with the detection pin in stocker No 1 The diam...

Page 46: ...tach Loosely tighten the chuck Butt the live center flush and secure it in place on the tailstock Tighten the chuck securely Tighten the dial a half turn Tighten the retaining knob Continue by proceeding with 2 Detection of the Y origin Sensor Orient so that the end with these holes is positioned close to the chuck Orient so that the two holes are level ...

Page 47: ...to the Options menu and click Detect Center of Rotation WARNING Thisproceduremakes the machine operate Before you perform this procedure check to make sure that operation of the machine will not create any haz ard or danger Click Continue When operation stops and the dis played window changes replace the cable with the Y origin sensor ...

Page 48: ...ore you perform this procedure check to make sure that operation of the machine will not create any hazard or danger Click Continue Click OK to finish detection Detach the sensor Continue by proceeding with Step 2 Set the Y axis Origin Call Up the A axis Center To Make the Tool Descend Rapidly When it takes a long time for the tool to make contact with the Z origin sensor turn the hand wheel on th...

Page 49: ... possible We recommend performing this operation every time before you start cutting in order to verify that the Y axis origin is at the A axis center Procedure Close the spindle cover In VPanel click the Base Point icon If you re in the NC code mode then select the workpiece coordinate sys tem you re using Select Y Origin Click Apply Continue by proceeding with 4 3 Setting the Z axis Origin ...

Page 50: ... offset value later makes the Z axis origin misaligned For more information about the tool length offset refer to the documentation for the ATC unit Procedure Connect the sensor cable to the Z origin sensor The sensor cable is included with the modeling machine Load the tool If the machine is equipped with an ATC unit then grasp a tool whose tool length offset value has been registered WARNING If ...

Page 51: ...cedure check to make sure that operation of the machine will not create any hazard or danger Click OK Click OK to finish making the set ting Detach the sensor cable To Make the Tool Descend Rapidly When it takes a long time for the tool to make contact with the sensor turn the hand wheel on the handy panel counterclock wise Be careful not to make the tool collide with the sensor A collision makes ...

Page 52: ...s you use for three axis cut ting Make the settings to match the shape and size of the workpiece Procedure In VPanel click the Base Point icon Move the tool to the location where you want to set the X axis origin If you re in the NC code mode then select the workpiece coordinate sys tem you re using Select X Origin Click Apply Rotate the workpiece to the angle you want to set as the A axis origin ...

Page 53: ...se Important Note on the Y and Z axis Origins In the preceding steps and never select theY axis origin or the Z axis origin Doing so shifts theY and Z axis origins away from the A axis center Operation Using the Handy Panel You can also perform this operation using the handy panel P 61 Chapter 6 Handy Panel ...

Page 54: ...not create any hazard or danger In VPanel click the Move Tool icon If you re in the NC code mode then select the workpiece coordinate syst em you re using Select Y Origin Click Move Move the Y axis by the amount of the adjustment value Click Close In VPanel click the Base Point icon If you re in the NC code mode then select the workpiece coordinate syst em you re using Select Y Origin Click Apply ...

Page 55: ...evel misaligned in the negative direction along theY axis then the estimated adjustment value is 0 1 millimeters Adjustment Value for the Z axis Origin You determine the adjustment value from the discrepancy between the expected and actual values for the thickness of the finishedresultoftwo surfacecutting Theestimatedadjustmentvalueisone halfthediscrepancy However becarefultonote the sign of the v...

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Page 57: ...55 Chapter 5 Getting Ready for and Performing Cutting ...

Page 58: ...rcumstances Also be careful to note that this may be further restricted by the amount of tool extension Important Note on Square Material Be careful to ensure no contact with any corner of the workpiece For example when you re using square material whose height is 100 mil limeters the maximum depth is 150 millimeters The length of the workpiece The length of a workpiece that can be loaded is as in...

Page 59: ...tool is higher than the rotation range of the workpiece Actual Size That Can Be Cut Cutting the full size of the workpiece is not necessarily possible The workpiece chuck and the tailstock are located at the two ends of the workpiece The chucking of the workpiece makes it difficult to cut both ends Also the possible cutting in depth is generally determined by the length of the tool However using a...

Page 60: ... axis center then set the Y axis origin P 43 4 2 Setting the Y axis Origin v Load the Workpiece and Install the Tool Before you do this familiarize yourself with such basic knowledge as how to use the workpiece chuck and the limitations on workpieces and tools P 31 Chapter 3 Basic Operation P 56 5 1 Cutting Area Set the Z axis Origin Before you set the Z axis origin first install the tool P 48 4 3...

Page 61: ... the X axis Origin The cutting location along the X axis is determined by the X axis origin This is set in various ways depending on the program such as at the left edge or at the right edge of the range you want to cut When making the setting be careful to ensure that the tool does not strike the workpiece chuck or the tightening knob Typical Setting for the A axis Origin For multiple surface cut...

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Page 63: ...61 Chapter 6 Handy Panel ...

Page 64: ...Added to the Handy Panel Installing this unit adds the following features to the handy panel Moving the A axis and displaying its location Setting the A axis origin The handy panel automatically detects when this unit is installed You don t need to make any special settings ...

Page 65: ...coordinate system is also the same as for the X Y and Z axes For related items p 33 About the A axis Coordinate USER RML1 X Y Z A RATE x10 0 000 0 000 0 000 0 000 READY S 0 100 XYZ 100 S USER RML1 X Y Z A RATE x10 0 000 0 000 0 000 0 000 READY S 0 100 XYZ 100 S This indicates the number of steps of movement for each click of the hand wheel Lower scaling factors produce correspondingly slower movem...

Page 66: ...ting the origin press the A key For related items p 50 4 4 Setting the X and A axis Origins Important Note on the Y and Z axis Origins The origin settings for the Y and Z axes made with the handy panel are not for aligning these with the A axis center Make the settings for the Y and Z axis origins using VPanel P 41 Chapter 4 Setting the Origins USER RML1 X Y Z A RATE x10 0 000 0 000 0 000 0 000 RE...

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Page 68: ... caution to prevent fire or dust explosion Taking up fine cuttings using an ordinary vacuum cleaner may cause danger of fire or explosion Check with the manufacturer of the vacuum cleaner When the safety of use cannot be determined clean using a brush or the like without using the vacuum cleaner CAUTION Caution high temperatures The cutting tool and spindle motor become hot Exercise caution to avo...

Page 69: ...essage If a message appears in the VPanel Status box or on the handy panel take action as described below This section describes the messages added by installing the unit For other messages see the documentation for the modeling machine A motor overload Paused Operation was paused because of large load on the A axis motor Click ClearError cancelthepausedstate thenresume cutting Because the cutting...

Page 70: ...g area A axis feed rate F The valid parameter range for F is 30 to 7 500 mm min 1 2 to 295 2 in min regardless of whether the A axis is present Note that the feed rate for the A axis is also specified as mil limeters or inches per minute The actual speed of rotation is determined by the specified F code and the tool position but cannot exceed the unit s operating speed 20 rpm A axis Movement Comma...

Page 71: ...69 Chapter 7 Appendix 7 4 Unit Specifications Dimensional Drawings View of the Unit 10 62 180 100 15 95 Workpiecechuckdepth Maximum clamp thickness Maximumworkpiecerange Unit mm Minimum clamp thickness ...

Page 72: ...ppendix View When Installed Standard Table 371 100 285 325 40 60 90 239 95 155 310 400 165 Unit mm X axistravel Y axis travel Z axis travel A axiscenter A axiscenter WithexpandedX axistravel Maximumworkpiecerange 85 Maximumamountofextension ...

Page 73: ...7 Appendix View When Installed Standard Table ATC Unit Installed 371 100 270 325 55 60 90 310 400 165 265 5 95 155 X axistravel Y axis travel Z axis travel A axiscenter A axiscenter Unit mm WithexpandedX axistravel Maximumworkpiecerange ...

Page 74: ...Appendix View When Installed T slot Table 297 137 218 258 40 60 90 310 400 165 239 95 155 Unit mm X axistravel Y axis travel Z axis travel A axiscenter A axiscenter WithexpandedX axistravel Maximumworkpiecerange 85 Maximumamountofextension ...

Page 75: ... 7 Appendix View When Installed T slot Table ATC Unit Installed 297 137 203 258 55 60 90 310 400 165 265 5 95 155 X axistravel Y axis travel Z axis travel A axiscenter A axiscenter Unit mm WithexpandedX axistravel Maximumworkpiecerange ...

Page 76: ...acklash 0 05 Eccentricity 0 3 mm 0 012 in or less Dimensions Width x depth x height 720 x 100 x 195 mm 28 3 x 3 9 x 7 7 in Weight 6 5 kg 14 5 lb total weight including drive unit tailstock base plates etc Included items Drive unit tailstock base plates live center center drill Y origin sensor Z origin sensor spacer origin detection pin cap screws plastic screws T slot nuts hexagonal wrenches retai...

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