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Translation of Original Operating Manual 

 

 

 

 

VERO-S Module height extensions 
MES3 / MEQ3 / MEW3 

Assembly and Operating Manual 

 

 

 

 

 

Superior Clamping and Gripping 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for MEQ3 200-2

Page 1: ...Translation of Original Operating Manual VERO S Module height extensions MES3 MEQ3 MEW3 Assembly and Operating Manual Superior Clamping and Gripping ...

Page 2: ...ons for the purpose of technical improvement Document number 1343374 Version 01 00 02 12 2019 en H D SCHUNK GmbH Co All rights reserved Dear Customer thank you for trusting our products and our family owned company the leading technology supplier of robots and production machines Our team is always available to answer any questions on this product and other solutions Ask us questions and challenge...

Page 3: ...nt 11 2 8 Notes on safe operation 11 2 9 Transport 12 2 10 Malfunctions 12 2 11 Disposal 13 2 12 Fundamental dangers 13 2 12 1 Protection during handling and assembly 14 2 12 2 Protection during commissioning and operation 14 2 12 3 Protection against dangerous movements 15 2 12 4 Notes on particular risks 16 3 Technical data 19 4 Assembly 20 4 1 General Installation Notes 20 4 2 Mounting and conn...

Page 4: ... 40 8 1 The clamping areas do not unlock 40 8 2 The clamping areas do not unlock perfectly 40 8 3 The quick change pallet systems no longer open quietly 40 9 Parts lists 41 9 1 Part lists 41 10 Assembly Drawings 43 10 1 MES3 120 1 MES3 150 1 43 10 2 MES3 120 2 MES3 150 2 44 10 3 MEQ3 200 2 45 10 4 MEW3 45 4 46 11 Translation of original declaration of incorporation 47 12 Appendix on Declaration of...

Page 5: ...lustrations in this manual are provided for basic understanding and may differ from the actual product design In addition to these instructions the documents listed under 1 1 2 Page 6 are applicable Presentation of Warning Labels To make risks clear the following signal words and symbols are used for safety notes DANGER Danger for persons Non observance will inevitably cause irreversible injury or...

Page 6: ...2 MES3 150 2 MEQ3 200 2 MEW3 45 4 Warranty The warranty period is 24 months after delivery date from factory or 500 000 cycles if it is used as intended under the following conditions Observe the applicable documents 1 1 2 Page 6 Observe the ambient conditions and operating conditions 2 5 Page 9 Observance of the specified care and maintenance instructions 7 Page 37 Parts touching the workpiece an...

Page 7: ... eye bolts M10 MEQ3 200 2 2 sealing rings G1 8 2 sealing nipples G1 8 2 load brackets rotatable M10 MEW3 45 4 2 sealing rings G1 8 2 sealing nipples G1 8 2 eye bolts M12 Accessories see catalog or data sheets when ordering separately Clamping stations NSL3 Tombstones VAT3 Clamping pallets PAL S PAL A Clamping pins SPA SPB SPC SPG Protection cover SDE Indexing pin IXB V1 NSE plus Handles for MEW3 4...

Page 8: ...ed as a pressing tool a toolholder a load handling device or as lifting equipment It is used for turning applications over 100 rpm without consulting SCHUNK It is used in working environments that are not permissible People work on machines or technical equipment that do not comply with the EC Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC disregarding the applicable safety regulations The technical data specifie...

Page 9: ...ameters 3 Page 19 Make sure that the product is a sufficient size for the application Make sure that the contact surfaces of the interface are always clean It is essential to prevent chips of any kind entering the clamping module interface or the interface being filled with cooling emulsion which can in particular occur if the module height extension or the clamping station required for operation ...

Page 10: ... product Due to their technical training knowledge and experience trained electricians are able to work on electrical systems recognize and avoid possible dangers and know the relevant standards and regulations Due to its technical training knowledge and experience qualified personnel is able to perform the delegated tasks recognize and avoid possible dangers and knows the relevant standards and r...

Page 11: ...dling hazardous substances Wear close fitting protective clothing and also wear long hair in a hairnet when dealing with moving components Notes on safe operation Incorrect handling of the personnel Incorrect handling and assembly may impair the product s safety and cause serious injuries and considerable material damage Avoid any manner of working that may interfere with the function and operatio...

Page 12: ...piece In the MEQ3 200 2 module height extension the swiveling load brackets are provided for transport and for swiveling to another clamping position even when the workpiece is clamped During transport and handling secure the product to prevent it from falling Do not walk under suspended loads Malfunctions Behavior in case of malfunctions Immediately remove the product from operation and report th...

Page 13: ...hing product components for recycling or orderly disposal Dispose of the module height extension s metal parts as scrap metal Alternatively you can return it to SCHUNK for correct disposal Fundamental dangers General Observe safety distances Never deactivate safety devices Before commissioning the product take appropriate protective measures to secure the danger zone Disconnect power sources befor...

Page 14: ...e suitable assembly and transport equipment and take precautions to prevent jamming and crushing Incorrect lifting of loads Falling loads may cause serious injuries and even death Stand clear of suspended loads and do not step into their swiveling range Never move loads without supervision Do not leave suspended loads unattended Protection during commissioning and operation Falling or violently ej...

Page 15: ...unit and the current operating condition of the drive Perform maintenance work modifications and attachments outside the danger zone defined by the movement range To avoid accidents and or material damage human access to the movement range of the machine must be restricted Limit prevent accidental access for people in this area due through technical safety measures The protective cover and protect...

Page 16: ...t or negligent release of the clamping pin must be prevented using suitable countermeasures disconnecting the power supply after locking use of check valves or safety switches The machines and equipment must fulfill the minimum requirements of the EC Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC specifically they must have effective technical measures to protect against potential mechanical hazards Wear personal...

Page 17: ...s e g metal chips in the exhaust and air purge connections of the module height extension or the clamping station used with it Take suitable protective measures to secure the danger zone Wear personal protective equipment safety goggles CAUTION Risk of injury due to compressed air hoses coming loose when connected improperly Use check valves or safety switches Take suitable protective measures to ...

Page 18: ... and accident prevention regulations when operating the quick change pallet system especially when working with machine tools and other technical equipment CAUTION Risk of burns from workpieces with high temperatures There is a risk of burns due to workpieces with high temperatures Wear protective gloves when removing the workpieces Automatic loading is preferred CAUTION Danger due to pneumatic ex...

Page 19: ...ew DIN EN ISO 4762 12 9 Total pull down force total sum of pull down forces of all the clamping modules mounted in the module height extension Total pull down force with TURBO function total sum of pull down forces with TURBO of all the clamping modules mounted in the module height extension Actuating pressure 6 bar Repeat accuracy 0 005 mm Installation position any Operating temperature 15 C to 6...

Page 20: ...fter assembly Before assembly the interfaces bottom of the module height extension the clamping pins and support areas of the clamping modules installed in the clamping station must be clean and free of any dirt or damage WARNING Risk of injury due to unexpected movements If the power supply is switched on or residual energy remains in the system components can move unexpectedly and cause serious ...

Page 21: ...ntering clearance SPC 40 can be used for the clamping areas that are not intended for aligning the device or pallet also refer to chapter Clamping pins 4 3 Page 29 Evenness in height of the clamping modules The evenness in height of the clamping modules on the module height extension requires a fixed clamping station as the basic structure of the machine table For secure mounting on a clamping sta...

Page 22: ...Assembly 22 01 00 1343374_MES3 MEQ3 MEW3 en MES3 150 1 Set up 1 MEQ3 200 2 Set up 2 ...

Page 23: ...lation hole along the bottom of the base body of the module height extension When setting up the VERO S clamping station make sure that the ventilated compressed air is able to escape unobstructed along the bottom of the base plate Make sure that the bottom of the module height extension is not located within the water bath For this reason make sure the coolant in the machine compartment has compl...

Page 24: ... 138 V1 quick change pallet modules via the zero point interchangeable interface Direct mounting on clamping pallets is possible via the M12 mounting threads on the bottom without clamping pins The position of the module height extension can be aligned on the clamping area in two ways If it is mounted is on a VERO S clamping module with fitting groove for position alignment version V1 the indexing...

Page 25: ...of the module height extension is aligned via the clamping pins which specify an exact clamping direction Installation is possible on a VERO S clamping station or a VERO S tombstone with a gauge distance of two clamping modules of 200 mm The clamping system has one air connection G1 8 for unlocking the clamping module and one air connection G1 8 for the turbo function Supply is via the sealing nip...

Page 26: ... module height extension can be mounted on three clamping sides each via two zero point interchangeable interfaces on VERO S NSE 138 quick change pallet modules All three clamping sides are equipped with VERO S clamping pins The position of the module height extension is aligned via the clamping pins which specify an exact clamping alignment Installation is possible on a VERO S clamping station or...

Page 27: ...an be swiveled onto another clamping surface with the workpiece clamped on For this purpose mounting threads for the load brackets are provided which are offset in height at the end faces MEQ3 200 2 MEW3 45 4 The module height extension can be mounted on VERO S NSE 138 quick change pallet modules via two zero point interchangeable interfaces The position of the module height extension is aligned v...

Page 28: ...de for simultaneous unlocking of both clamping modules mounted on it Supply is via the sealing nipple for locking coupling size NW 7 4 type VSK Ø10 NW7 4 accessory Mounting threads for the supplied eye bolts are provided between the clamping modules as well as on the front side for transport Handles can be added to the module height extension for easier handling accessories MEW3 45 4 ...

Page 29: ... pins can be attached to the workpiece or pallet in two different ways The left mounting option in the illustration Mounting the clamping pins is the preferred option With this variant if there is a module failure then the device or pallet can be removed after disassembling the clamping pins The mounting screw is supplied for the right mounting option as shown in the illustration If clamping pins ...

Page 30: ...20 M10 15 12 SPC 40 0471153 12 17 M12 15 20 M10 15 12 SPG 40 0471154 12 17 M12 15 20 M10 25 22 SPA 40 16 0471064 13 18 M16 18 24 M12 20 16 SPB 40 16 0471065 13 18 M16 18 24 M12 20 16 SPC 40 16 0471066 13 18 M16 18 24 M12 20 16 The length of the screwed thread must not exceed the dimension G under any circumstances Usage case arrangement of the different types of clamping pins ...

Page 31: ...Assembly 01 00 1343374_MES3 MEQ3 MEW3 en 31 ...

Page 32: ...n itself and on the clamping pallet to be coupled The clamping bolt type SPB 40 installed should not be replaced The repeat accuracy increases to 0 002 mm when using the SPG 40 When connecting the screws from above according to order preference 2 an M12 screw 10 mm longer of strength class 12 9 must be used Screw tightening torques Tightening torques for mounting clamping pins to the module extens...

Page 33: ... times in the center enable balanced suspension even with the workpiece clamped on Module height extension connections The VERO S module height extension has an unlocking connection and depending on the version an additional connection for the turbo function The air connection for each is actuated via a sealing nipple for a quick release coupling The sealing nipple is included in the accessory kit...

Page 34: ...e connection must remain pressurized with compressed air at least 5 bar during the set up changing process After decoupling the air supply at the unlocking connection all clamping modules are locked simultaneously The exchanged clamping pallet is firmly fastened and aligned with high precision If no clamping pallet is used in the module height extension the clamping slides of the quick change pall...

Page 35: ...essure to support the spring actuated locking procedure of the quick change pallet module This increases the pull down force in all the modules One pressure pulse is sufficient to increase the pull down force until the maximum permissible value is reached Afterwards the module height extension can be switched back to depressurized The pull down force is retained due to the self locking function of...

Page 36: ...riginal SCHUNK spare parts may be used WARNING Risk of injury due to losing pallets or workpieces in the case of incorrect actuation caused by incorrect operation Risk of injury due to compressed air hoses coming loose when connected improperly Disconnect the energy supply after locking Use check valves or safety switches The danger zone must be surrounded by a protective enclosure during operatio...

Page 37: ...ng the corresponding disassembly and assembly instructions To ensure the quick change pallet system operates perfectly the following instructions must be observed Pressure medium Compressed air compressed air quality according to ISO 8573 1 7 4 4 CAUTION A separate maintenance unit with oiler must be used for the air supply Check the module height extensions at regular intervals at least every two...

Page 38: ...propriate nominal hose width and be completely inserted into the air connections and securely clamped Protect the supply hose line from kinking and avoid tensile loads After replacing the hose line perform a leak test CAUTION Only polyurethane hydrolysis resistant air hoses with appropriate diameters are to be used Detaching thread on the clamping modules The clamping modules installed in the modu...

Page 39: ...ge supply line with coupling nipple 2 Pressurize the clamping system with compressed air 3 Check the module height extension in the unlocking position and for versions with turbo function for tightness in both switching positions To determine the tightness of the module height extension no clamping pallet should be fitted If the clamping system has leaks check the entire pneumatic system e g using...

Page 40: ...ar The modules were not operated with oiled compressed air Install maintenance unit with oiler Hose diameter below minimum for required hose diameters see chapter Securing and connecting 4 2 Page 21 The turbo connection is still pressurized this is applicable for module height extensions or the clamping station with turbo function required for mounting Ventilate the connection The quick change pal...

Page 41: ...cal pin DIN 7979 1 Parts list MES3 120 2 MES3 150 2 Item Designation Quantity 1 Base body 1 2 VERO S SPA 40 1 3 VERO S SPB 40 1 4 VERO S NSE3 138 V1 1 6 Sealing ring G1 8 2 7 Sealing nipple G1 8 2 11 Eye bolt DIN 580 M10 3 Parts list MEQ3 200 2 Item Designation Quantity 1 Base body 1 2 Connecting plate 1 3 Cover plate 1 4 VERO S SPA 40 3 5 VERO S SPB 40 3 6 VERO S NSE3 138 2 7 Straight screw in un...

Page 42: ...2 Cylindrical pin 4 13 Screw 8 14 O ring 2 21 Load bracket rotatable M10 2 Parts list MEW3 45 4 Item Designation Quantity 1 Base body 1 2 VERO S SPA 40 1 3 VERO S SPB 40 1 4 VERO S NSE3 138 4 5 Sealing ring G1 8 2 6 Sealing nipple G1 8 2 7 O ring 4 12 Eye bolt DIN 580 M12 2 ...

Page 43: ...Assembly Drawings 01 00 1343374_MES3 MEQ3 MEW3 en 43 Assembly Drawings MES3 120 1 MES3 150 1 MES3 120 1 10 10 1 ...

Page 44: ...Assembly Drawings 44 01 00 1343374_MES3 MEQ3 MEW3 en MES3 120 2 MES3 150 2 MES3 120 2 10 2 ...

Page 45: ...Assembly Drawings 01 00 1343374_MES3 MEQ3 MEW3 en 45 MEQ3 200 2 MEQ3 200 2 10 3 ...

Page 46: ...Assembly Drawings 46 01 00 1343374_MES3 MEQ3 MEW3 en MEW3 45 4 MEW3 45 4 10 4 ...

Page 47: ...5 4 ID numbers 1337140 1337141 1337151 1337152 1337154 The partly completed machine may not be put into operation until conformity of the machine into which the partly completed machine is to be installed with the provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC is confirmed Applied harmonized standards especially EN ISO 12100 2010 Safety of machinery General principles for design Risk assessment ...

Page 48: ...rol Systems 1 2 1 Safety and reliability of control systems X 1 2 2 Control devices X 1 2 3 Starting X 1 2 4 Stopping X 1 2 4 1 Normal stop X 1 2 4 2 Operational stop X 1 2 4 3 Emergency stop X 1 2 4 4 Assembly of machinery X 1 2 5 Selection of control or operating modes X 1 2 6 Failure of the power supply X 1 3 Protection against mechanical hazards 1 3 1 Risk of loss of stability X 1 3 2 Risk of ...

Page 49: ... 7 1 2 Warning devices X 1 7 2 Warning of residual risks X 1 7 3 Marking of machinery X 1 7 4 Instructions X 1 7 4 1 General principles for the drafting of instructions X 1 7 4 2 Contents of the instructions X 1 7 4 3 Sales literature X The classification from Annex 1 is to be supplemented from here forward 2 Supplementary essential health and safety requirements for certain categories of machiner...

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