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MMZ M

Coordinate measuring machine

Operating Instructions

(Translation of the original operating instructions)

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Page 1: ...MMZ M Coordinate measuring machine Operating Instructions Translation of the original operating instructions ...

Page 2: ...expressly granted permission in writing Violations shall result in claims for damages ZEISS All rights reserved This manual is subject to change and the ZEISS product described as well as the components therein are subject to technical modifications All product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of the re spective owners Contact Carl Zeiss Industrielle Messtechnik GmbH Carl Zeiss Strass...

Page 3: ...ery 1 2 Information on the properties of the materials used 1 2 CE marking 1 2 Standards and regulations 1 3 Separate document 1 4 Warranty 1 5 Chapter 2 Safety Intended use 2 2 Warranty 2 2 CMM 2 2 Probing system 2 3 Changer rack 2 4 Rotary table 2 4 Safe operation of the CMM 2 6 Operator requirements 2 6 Defining a competent specialist 2 6 Requirements for safe use 2 7 Requirements for automatic...

Page 4: ...ist 2 26 Chapter 3 Description Identification of a CMM 3 2 Design of the CMM 3 3 Components and functions 3 4 Bridge 3 4 Version and measuring range 3 4 Coordinate axes 3 5 Reference standard 3 6 Service unit and oil pump 3 7 MSR changer rack 3 8 Control and operation 3 10 Control cabinet 3 10 Control elements on the controller cabinet 3 11 Operation 3 14 Probing system 3 18 Types of probing syste...

Page 5: ...apter 5 Transport and installation Notes 5 2 Transport 5 3 To be observed on delivery 5 3 Transport conditions 5 3 Installation 5 4 Choosing the installation site 5 4 Installation requirements 5 4 Chapter 6 Start up Preparations for start up 6 2 Before you start 6 2 Connecting the power supply 6 2 Connecting the compressed air supply 6 2 Setting up the changer rack 6 3 Visual check and check list ...

Page 6: ...sitioning the workpiece 6 15 Clamping the workpiece 6 16 Start up checklist 6 17 Chapter 7 Measuring operation What you should know 7 2 Measuring software 7 2 Operating mode 7 2 Coordinate systems 7 2 Probing and scanning 7 3 Tips for effective operation 7 3 Automatic stylus system change 7 4 Safety during the measuring operation 7 5 Safety instructions 7 5 Precautions 7 7 Preparation for measurin...

Page 7: ... know 7 25 Shutting down the CMM 7 25 Chapter 8 Errors and faults Errors occurring prior to the measuring operation 8 2 Malfunctions during measuring operations 8 3 Special measures 8 5 After a collision 8 5 CMM in end positions 8 7 Service features 8 8 Support 8 8 Teleservice 8 8 Chapter 9 Maintenance and care Maintenance 9 2 Lubrication 9 4 Care 9 5 What you should know 9 5 Safety instructions 9...

Page 8: ...6Table of contents 6 61211 1270302 MMZ M Chapter 10 Shutdown and disposal Shutdown 10 2 Disposal 10 3 Package 10 3 CMM 10 3 Glossary Alphabetic index ...

Page 9: ...coordinate measuring machine CMM is described in these operating instructions These operating instructions apply to all types of the MMZ M series These operating instructions address operators and users of the coordi nate measuring machine 61211 1270302 MMZ M 1 ...

Page 10: ... in struction Required measures to be taken by the user to avoid possible conse quences A measure may cause an intermediate result At the end of all measures a final result may be caused Personal health hazard DANGER A danger indicates an imminent risk to life and limb Non observance of this safety instruction when the described risk oc curs causes death or serious injuries Example Electric shock ...

Page 11: ...nal health hazard but the CMM or components may get damaged this is pointed out by the following notice This symbol refers to possible damage to the CMM Non observance of this safety instruction when the event occurs may cause damage to the CMM or one of its components Example Collision of the ram with a workpiece ...

Page 12: ...lighted typograph ically Tolerance field Designation of parts of software windows Cancel Marking of buttons RETURN Keys of the keyboard are represented as small capitals InstallShield Wizard com pleted Software messages File Open Representation of menu items Code Source code CALYPSO protocol prot form File and directories CALYPSO Product name ZEISS Company name CAUTION The measur ing table must be...

Page 13: ...1 61211 1270302 MMZ M 1 1 Introduction This chapter contains General specifications 1 2 Warranty 1 5 Introduction ...

Page 14: ...s Due to the treatment process treated surfaces may show irregularities in color These irregularities do not constitute a defect authorizing a com plaint The promised measuring accuracy of the coordinate measuring machine will not be affected by the irregularities CE marking EC declaration of conformity as defined by EC Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Appendix II No 1A We hereby declare that due to...

Page 15: ...ctured and tested according to the following standards and regulations Regulations DGUV regulation 3 Accident prevention regulations electrical systems and equipment Standards EN IEC 61010 1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement con trol and laboratory use GB 4793 1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement con trol and laboratory use EN IEC 60204 1 Safety...

Page 16: ...trol and laboratory use UL 61010 1 3rd Ed Standard for Electrical Equipment for Laboratory use EN IEC 62471 Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems Separate document Components for which separate documents are available are referred to in these operating instructions The following documents are delivered with each CMM BP26SE control console Sensors information on probing systems Optional ...

Page 17: ...liable for actions contrary to the instructions given in this manual for actions contrary to the instructions given in the separate Installa tion site requirements brochure in case of alteration of the coordinate measuring machine version delivered by us if maintenance work is not carried out by personnel specially trained at ZEISS if measures for care are not taken by the operator or user accordi...

Page 18: ...Warranty 1 6 61211 1270302 MMZ M ...

Page 19: ...2 61211 1270302 MMZ M 2 1 Safety This chapter contains Intended use 2 2 Safe operation of the CMM 2 6 Safety on the CMM 2 13 Checking the safety devices 2 22 Safety ...

Page 20: ...s of workpieces The CMM must not be used for any purposes other than those listed below Only workpieces and objects required for measurement may be placed on the measuring plate Functions of the CMM Workpiece probing in six directions X Y Z The CMM can be moved in the axes X Y and Z Probing is per formed by means of a probing system For measurement the work pieces must be fastened on measuring pla...

Page 21: ...ordinates of a workpiece This is usually achieved via probing during which the work piece is probed by a stylus tip The probing system comprises several components such as the probe holder probe and stylus Probe holder An articulating head serves as probe holder The articulating head is fas tened to the ram either rigidly or by means of an adapter The probe can be moved to nearly any position usin...

Page 22: ...ot be used as a lever arm e g to loosen a ring bolt The stylus system must not be used as a hammer Changer rack The changer rack is used for automatic change of stylus systems This changer rack must not be used for other purposes Rotary table The rotary table is a high tech product which may be used only for its in tended purpose Workpieces can be positioned in any angular position by means of ro ...

Page 23: ... Reasonably foreseeable misuse Rotary tables must not be used for purposes contrary to the intended use Examples of reasonably foreseeable misuse The rotary table must not be used as storage surface The rotary table is not to be sat upon ...

Page 24: ...Defining a competent specialist A competent specialist is a person who reliably performs the required work and who is able to recognize and avoid possible risks Performing a task is subject to the following conditions The competent specialist has been authorized by the person respon sible for the safety of the coordinate measuring machine to perform the required tasks The competent specialist must...

Page 25: ...tions 6 Wear clothing suitable for the work 7 Do not exceed the maximum permissible workpiece weight 8 Ensure sufficient illumination when operating the CMM 9 Operate the CMM only with the protective devices provided for that purpose Do not remove any covers protective equipment or warning signs 10 Do not conduct routes through the working area 11 Delimit the working area 12 Carry out a visual che...

Page 26: ...runs Only authorized persons may work with the CMM Access to the CMM by unauthorized persons must be prevented by appropriate measures The set up man must instruct the operator as to the operating posi tion of the CMM The control console must be placed outside the danger zone of the CMM The control console must be equipped with a sufficiently long con necting cable to ensure that the CMM can be op...

Page 27: ...s If necessary completely disconnect the con troller from the power supply If you do not have a permanent connection pull the power plug as well Travel movements There is a risk of injuries during all travel movements of the CMM The speed of the travel movements and the travel direction are irrelevant Travel movements take place in the three CMM axes X Y Z and during rotation of a rotary table Sha...

Page 28: ...ch in order to be able to press the EMERGENCY STOP button in cases of emergency CAUTION Risk of injury due to movements at high speed Crushing and severing body parts Make sure that you start the right automatic measurement run Keep a safe distance to all moving parts of the CMM Restrict the working area of the CMM by means of a light barrier Risk of tripping or stumbling CAUTION Risk of injury du...

Page 29: ...ined After start up first perform a homing run After this travel movements can be performed without restrictions us ing the joysticks Suitable clothing Certain work on the CMM presents a risk of injury caused by unsuitable clothing This applies particularly to the loading of the measuring plate and the workpiece set up on the measuring plate CAUTION Risk of injury caused by heavy sharp edged workp...

Page 30: ...e CMM Make sure that no travel movements are possible when working on the CMM Switch the drives off before proceeding with the following work Preparing the workpiece and the probing system Care and cleaning Protective circuit The function of the protective circuit must be checked regularly during measurement operation in order to guarantee safe operation of the CMM Check the function of the protec...

Page 31: ...dicates a risk of injury NOTE Any work on the control must be carried out only by an electrical engi neer Safety devices Overview The coordinate measuring machine CMM is equipped with safety de vices Some devices are standard devices others are optional The standard safety devices include EMERGENCY STOP button on the control console and control cabi net Shearing force limitation hardware and drive...

Page 32: ...dapter plate For VAST the probe s deflection is 5 mm at maximum speed After a collision the drives are stopped but not switched off Stylus After a collision the drives are stopped but not switched off Axis movements Drive monitoring When a limit value is exceeded the drives are switched off EMERGENCY STOP buttons EMERGENCY STOP buttons are located on the controller cabinet and on the control conso...

Page 33: ...on If collision protection is disabled personal injury may occur and the CMM could be damaged Enable collision protection before starting the measuring operation Components and functioning The collision protection system uses a light curtain The sender of the light beams is located above the probe the receiver on the X carriage If the light beam is interrupted the drives will be switched off 1 Rec...

Page 34: ...eptacle in a defined position by means of spring tension If a collision occurs the probe is deflected thus immediately stopping all travel movements Once the CMM has been moved out of the collision state the probe returns to its initial position NOTE Styli should be requalified after a collision with the probe Fall brake of the ram In case of a fault the drives will be switched off automatically T...

Page 35: ...white The light barrier is not active The MAN or 0 operating mode has been selected Blue EMERGENCY STOP has been triggered Functions of the light barrier The light barrier may have two functions EMERGENCY STOP and REDUC TION The required light barrier function must be set by a ZEISS service engineer during the start up of the light barrier It is not possible to switch between the two functions Opt...

Page 36: ...rves as a safety device it must be in stalled correctly This includes the correct configuration and alignment In addition the individual columns must be screwed to the floor to en sure that their position cannot be changed When installing the light barriers make sure that the distance between the light beam and the danger zone is at least 900 mm Position of control elements All control elements mu...

Page 37: ... CMM top view 6 Light barrier transmitter 7 Distance between controller cabinet and CMM minimum 1000 mm 8 Controller cabinet 9 Distance between compressed air connection and laser beam minimum 1000 mm 10 Control console 11 Signal tower 12 Distance between signal tower and laser beam minimum 1000 mm 13 Deflecting mirror 14 Distance between measuring range and laser beam minimum 900 mm 15 Distance b...

Page 38: ...ave the signal tower unattended while the key is inserted in order prevent the light barrier from being deactivated by unauthorized persons during the execution of the measurement run Withdraw the key and keep it with you Intensity check When activating the light barrier an automatic intensity check is carried out If the beam path between the emitter and the detector is not inter rupted the green ...

Page 39: ...61211 1270302 MMZ M 2 21 Interruption of the beam path If the beam path of the light barrier is interrupted an EMERGENCY STOP is activated or the travel speed is reduced The option applied depends on the setting See 2 17 ...

Page 40: ...oth safety devices must be checked at regular intervals Collision protection function When the travel movement is hindered by a collision with the ram or the probe and triggers the collision protection function the drives must au tomatically switch off NOTE The function of the protective device must be checked regularly in order to guarantee safe operation of the CMM Check the protection device fu...

Page 41: ... the ram See above illustration This must switch off the drives 5 Reactivate the collision protection device start active bypass Briefly for about one second turn the key operated switch to bypass This is necessary to reset the protective device into the initial status start active bypass Turn the key operated switch to start and hold until the corre sponding indicator lamp lights up The CMM is re...

Page 42: ...e drive forces during bridge movement in the X and Y axes The thrust force monitoring is effective in the set up mode If the travel movement in the X or Y axis is hindered by a collision and the thrust forces exceed a value of approx 150 N the drives must switch off automatically CAUTION Impaired safety if the safety device has not been tested Failure of the protective circuit may cause injuries s...

Page 43: ...vel The drive is located on the right side of the CMM vx F vy Ram speed in the Y axis F Force which must be exerted manually against the right bridge column 3 Move the bridge in the Y axis While the bridge is traveling try to stop its movement by pushing against the right bridge column with one hand Under normal circumstances the force of your hand should suffice to stop movement If the movement c...

Page 44: ...g the safety devices 2 26 61211 1270302 MMZ M Check by a specialist No contact protective devices Once a year No contact protective devices such as the light barrier must be checked once a year by a specialist ...

Page 45: ...3 61211 1270302 MMZ M 3 1 Description This chapter contains Identification of a CMM 3 2 Design of the CMM 3 3 Components and functions 3 4 Control and operation 3 10 Probing system 3 18 Description ...

Page 46: ...e 20 X 2000 mm 30 Y 3000 mm 16 Z 1600 mm Type plate The identification of your CMM is given on the type plate The type plate is located on the drive side of the CMM XXXXXX XXXX XXX Ser Nr XXXXX Year XXXX Carl Zeiss Industrielle Messtechnik GmbH Made in Germany XXXXXXXX REVxx Carl Zeiss Straße 22 73447 Oberkochen XXXX 1 2 3 4 Coordinate Measuring Machine Type plate on the CMM 1 Series and identific...

Page 47: ...lumn 4 Y guideway for driving column with bellows cover 5 Y guideway for supporting column with bellows cover 6 Probe with stylus system 7 Supporting column 8 Ram Damage to the CMM due to improper application of force to the probe or the ram The ram can only be moved by motor By applying force to the probe or the ram either manually or otherwise the CMM may be damaged ...

Page 48: ... bridge The bridge travels in the Y axis 1 X carriage below the cover 2 X bridge below the cover 3 Driving column 4 Supporting column Version and measuring range The MMZ M may be equipped with measuring plates or clamping plates Different plate surface options are possible e g T slots or thread grids Measuring range The measuring area is the space in which workpieces can be probed The size of the ...

Page 49: ... Front view B Left view 1 Measuring range Coordinate axes Moving in three axes is possible with the coordinate measuring machine X Y Z Travel directions The illustration shows the possible travel directions of the bridge A B Z X Y A Front view B View from the left ...

Page 50: ...system is located at the bottom of the ram Reference standard A high precision sphere is used as the reference standard The sphere is made of ceramic and has a diameter of 30 mm The sphere is attached to a reference sphere holder Note The reference standard is supplied in a separate case Read and follow the information provided in the supplied operating instructions Reference sphere with shaft The...

Page 51: ...ressure regulator 2 Pressure gauge 3 Compressed air line for the RDS articulating system 4 Super fine filter 5 Fine filter 6 Screw for water draining 7 Fine filter air damping 8 Compressed air connection 9 Compressed air line for active air damping of the CMM 10 Solenoid valve When the controller is switched on the compressed air supply is re leased for the CMM via a pneumatic valve When the contr...

Page 52: ...rment of function Any work on the oil pump may only be carried out by a ZEISS service engineer MSR changer rack The changer rack comes standard with two tiers a fixed height horizon tal frame profile rail and a height adjustable profile rail A possible third profile rail is optional The profile rails are mounted on the frame sup port The unit is preassembled The height of the changer rack depends ...

Page 53: ... Frame profile rail 2 Spacer for mounting profile rail height adjustable 3 Profile rail 4 Frame support leg 5 Foot profile consisting of mounting and guide profiles NOTE For more information please refer to the separate operating instruc tions for changer racks ...

Page 54: ... computers by ZEISS service technicians We do not as sume any warranty and liability for damage due to other use MCC 800 IP54 The housing of the control cabinet has protection class IP54 1 Carl Zeiss IMT GmbH Baujahr XXX XXX Ser Nr XXX 73446 Oberkochen Germany max 2500 VA 100 110 120 125 230 240 V MCC800 MMZ T 1 N PE 50 60 Hz 3 2 1 4 MCC 800 control cabinet front 1 Operator s controls 2 Type plate...

Page 55: ... for electric voltage The control cabinet may be opened only by a skilled electrician 5 Fan and air filter air outlet 6 Fan and air filter air intake 7 Power supply of the control cabinet and cables leading to the CMM NOTE If the MCC 800 is climate controlled the air conditioning unit is located on the rear side of the control cabinet Control elements on the controller cabinet Control elements for...

Page 56: ...ing in the 0 position the switch can be protected against unautho rized switching on of the unit 3 0 position power supply is off Rotary switch for the con troller If the switch is in the ON position the controller is switched on The inte grated indictor lamp lights up to con firm this Push button for drives When the drives are switched on the integrated indicator lamp lights up to confirm this Ke...

Page 57: ...ated when the CMM moves to the end position The drives are switched off The push but ton is used to move the CMM back to into the measuring range Control elements for collision protection of the ram 1 Indicator lamp for collision protection 2 Indicator lamp for bypassing the collision protection 3 Acoustic signal for bypassing the collising protection 4 Key operated switch for collision protection...

Page 58: ...ed switch for coupling If a loading device is used the controllers of the loading device and the CMM are coupled to each other In some cases decoupling is necessary to allow moving the CMM manually The key operated switch labeled service mode is used for decoupling of the two controllers Functions assigned to the switch positions 0 The controllers of the CMM and of the loading device are coupled t...

Page 59: ... console The standard version and the optional wireless control console are de scribed in the operating instructions Option Optionally the CMM can be operated using the BP26SE REMOTE wire less control console Movable operating station Optionally a movable operating station is available The operating sta tion is height adjustable and has room for the control console a screen keyboard and mouse Oper...

Page 60: ...ves away from the operator Y Y Pull the joystick to the front The probe moves towards the operator Y NOTE You may reverse the movement direction of the joysticks This is advis able when operating the control console and performing probing from behind the CMM To reverse the movement direction of the joystick you need to press a button on the control console See operating instructions for the con tr...

Page 61: ...able turns clock wise 1 Press the button on the joystick and keep it pressed 2 Push the joystick to the right The rotary table turns counter clockwise NOTE If the joysticks are not activated within a certain period of time they will be locked The locking must be removed before it will be possible again to carry out travel movements using the joysticks More information can be found in a separate pu...

Page 62: ...n RDS with the optical probe LineScan Option The individual probing systems are explained briefly below You will find further information in separate operating instructions for sensor systems such as the instructions for contact probing systems Contact probing systems The individual probing systems are explained briefly below You will find further information in the separate operating instructions...

Page 63: ...ion Universal Universal Universal Measuring principle Measuring Measuring Measuring Combination of the RDS articulating system probe holder and one probe RDS articulating system with VAST XXT NOTE The RDS articulating system can be replaced with a VAST probe using an adapter ZEISS probes with RDS RDS Probe VAST XXT ...

Page 64: ...suring Optical probing systems The optical probe can be used in combination with the articulating probe holder Optical probes in combination with RDS LineScan Application Profile measurement You will find further information in the separate operating instructions for optical probing systems ...

Page 65: ...4 61211 1270302 MMZ M 4 1 Technical data This chapter contains CMM 4 2 Technical data ...

Page 66: ...l Weight CMM kg Depending on the model see Installation Instructions Workpiece kg Depending on the model Sound pressure level of the CMM dBA 70 Characteristic values of the coordinate measuring machine Category Characteristic value Overvoltage category III Degree of pollution 2 Protection class I Electrical data Electrical data of MCC 800 Line voltage 100 110 115 120 125 230 240 VAC 10 Type of cur...

Page 67: ...cording to ISO 8573 1 2010 6 4 4 Air purity with regard to particle concentration ac cording to class 6 Air purity with regard to pressure dew point ac cording to class 4 Air purity with regard to oil concentration accord ing to class 4 Air consumption Weight counterbalancing of the ram only for Z 2000 mm 80 Nl min at 1 bar Air consumption for RDS 8 Nl min at 1 bar Travel speed Creep speed 0 to 5 ...

Page 68: ...Reference temperature Temperature at which the promised measuring accuracy is guaranteed when the conditions are met The following conditions must be met Temperature for measuring operation must be constant for at least 48 hours Temperature variations must not exceed certain values Limit values 2 K d and 1 K h Example of a reference temperature for measurement of 20 C Temperature Change Status Act...

Page 69: ...5 61211 1270302 MMZ M 5 1 Transport and installation This chapter contains Notes 5 2 Transport 5 3 Installation 5 4 Transport and installation ...

Page 70: ... the document Installation site requirements be fore delivery of the coordinate measuring machine This document in forms you about all measures to be taken for transport and installation In the following we will refer to some of the most important points contained in this document ...

Page 71: ...quirements document NOTE The packaging or shipping containers must not be damaged The pack aging may only be removed at the installation site by a ZEISS service en gineer Ambient temperature 5 C to 40 C The transport pallets or shipping containers must be stored in a covered area until the machine is installed The ambient temperature at the stor age area must be between 5 C and 40 C Transport cond...

Page 72: ...ng sand and metal chips Have the requirements for the compressed air supply been met Are there problems with the power supply For more information please refer to the Installation site require ments Carrying out vibration analysis A vibration analysis must be carried out in any case The result of the analysis must be made available to ZEISS for planning purposes An addi tional foundation may be ne...

Page 73: ...site re quirements Temperature control When installing the CMM the temperature of all CMM parts must be stabilized to a minimum temperature of 10 C At least two days in ad vance Store all parts of the CMM in a place having an ambient temperature of at least 10 C for at least two days prior to installation ...

Page 74: ...Installation 5 6 61211 1270302 MMZ M ...

Page 75: ...MZ M 6 1 Start up This chapter contains Preparations for start up 6 2 Starting the CMM 6 5 Mounting changing the probe 6 8 Preparing the stylus system 6 12 Setting up the workpiece 6 13 Start up checklist 6 17 Start up ...

Page 76: ... to the CMM The corresponding measures must be taken before installing the CMM See electrical data NOTE For more information on the electrical power supply please refer to the Installation site requirements brochure Connecting the compressed air supply The compressed air supply system needs to be close to the CMM to en able its connection to the CMM supply line The corresponding mea sures must be ...

Page 77: ...e CMM against switching on Switch off the main switch and lock it with a padlock Turn the key operated switch for the operating mode to the OFF position and withdraw the key 2 Inform the ZEISS service division Housing covers The CMM may only be operated if all covers are mounted on the CMM and all doors are closed Mount all housing covers before taking further measures Cable for power supply The c...

Page 78: ... start up 6 4 61211 1270302 MMZ M Make sure that it is connected correctly to the supply line and the CMM Changer rack Has the changer rack been installed correctly Is a stylus system change possible without collision ...

Page 79: ...e set if the measurement run has been tested in the manual mode beforehand This is to prevent collisions at high travel speeds NOTE During automatic measurement runs the key should be removed and stored in a safe place to prevent the setting from being changed acci dentally NOTE In the AUTO operating mode the CMM moves at the maximum possi ble speed The maximum speed can be reduced Examples of red...

Page 80: ...necting the power supply 1 Turn the main switch clockwise to position 1 The power supply for all electronic components of the CMM is switched on Switching on the controller 2 1 Turn the rotary switch to the ON position The indicator lamp of the switch lights up The controller is on 2 Wait for approx 30 s before switching the drives on This is necessary because the internal computer of the controll...

Page 81: ...ng the operating mode 5 The operating mode can also be set later Turn the key operated switch to the required position MAN manual mode set up mode The travel speed is limited in all three axes You must set this operating mode for Joystick controlled probing Programming measurement runs Testing measurement runs AUTO automatic mode AUTO operating mode The CMM travels at maximum speed in all axes You...

Page 82: ...be change measuring software adjustments may be neces sary Please also read the corresponding chapters in the operating instruc tions for the measuring software Fastening the probe holder and the probe How to fasten the RDS articulating system and a VAST probe to the ram is described below Fastening the RDS The articulating system is slid onto the dovetail guide of the ram and se cured with a scre...

Page 83: ...e the CMM in all axes 2 Switch the drives off 3 Slide the articulating system up to the stop into the dovetail guide on the ram 4 The adapter must be flush with the ram 5 Secure the articulating system by tightening the hexagon socket screw to a torque of 2 2 Nm 6 Reactivate the drives Fastening the VAST Slide the probe onto the dovetail guide of the ram The probe must al ways be secured with a sc...

Page 84: ...the drives off 3 Slide the probe onto the dovetail guide of the ram up to the stop 4 Secure the probe by tightening the hexagon socket screw to a torque of 2 2 Nm 5 Reactivate the drives Replacing a probe with an articulating system The VAST XT and VAST probing systems can be replaced with another probing system such as the RDS XXT probing system for example if the CMM is equipped accordingly The ...

Page 85: ...m 4 6 Slide the RDS articulating system onto the dovetail guide without RDS adapter plate 5 7 Tighten the screw to 2 2 Nm 6 8 Reactivate the drives The new probing system is automatically recognized However it must be initialized in the measuring software Then the styli of the stylus sys tem must be qualified and the workpiece must be aligned again during the computer controlled manual run Please ...

Page 86: ...tylus system 6 12 61211 1270302 MMZ M Preparing the stylus system For information on the stylus system please refer to the separate brochure Sensors Automatic stylus system change Notes on the automatic change See 7 4 ...

Page 87: ...ing area by means of a loading device also SIPOS should be activated SIPOS is an optional device which controls the travel movements of the CMM and the loading device Cleaning the measuring plate and workpiece The measuring plate must be free from grease Workpieces may slide and fall off of the measuring plate thus representing a risk to persons and the CMM CAUTION Risk of injury due to a workpiec...

Page 88: ...CMM and the measuring plate 1 Do not exceed the permissible workpiece weight See Technical specifications 2 Carefully put the workpiece down on the measuring plate 3 Never place the workpiece on the guideway The function of the bearings could otherwise be adversely affected 4 Lift and move heavy workpieces with a lifting device Approach the CMM slowly in order to avoid damage to the CMM Make sure ...

Page 89: ... of a lifting device SIPOS Activate SIPOS when using a lifting device to set down workpieces on the measuring plate SIPOS is an optional device which controls the travel movements of the CMM and the loading device Heavy workpieces Heavy workpieces have a hard impact if they are lowered onto the mea suring plate too quickly 1 Lower heavy workpieces at a maximum speed of 2 mm s 2 First place the wor...

Page 90: ...amp all workpieces securely in place The reasons for this are The workpieces cannot be knocked over inadvertently The workpieces cannot be moved or knocked over by probing or collision When clamping the maximum permissible torque for the screws used must be observed NOTE Workpieces made of soft materials may be deformed by chucks thus falsifying the results of the measurement If necessary use spec...

Page 91: ...ng the probe Has the probe been secured on the ram with a screw Torque 2 2 Nm See 6 8 Stylus system assembly Have the criteria for the assembly been observed See operating instructions Sensors Have the limit values for the stylus system been observed See operating instructions Sensors Clamping the workpiece Is the workpiece in the correct position See 6 15 Is it possible to measure all workpiece d...

Page 92: ...Start up checklist 6 18 61211 1270302 MMZ M ...

Page 93: ...chapter contains What you should know 7 2 Safety during the measuring operation 7 5 Preparation for measuring operation 7 9 Probing the workpiece 7 20 Evaluation of the measuring results 7 23 Terminating the measuring operation 7 25 Measuring operation ...

Page 94: ...he control console The maximum travel speed is limited to a certain value The travel speed can be reduced by means of the control knob on the control console AUTO operating mode batch measurement mode Travel movements are performed in an automatic run The maximum travel speed can be reached The operating mode is set by means of the key operated switch on the controller cabinet NOTE The AUTO operat...

Page 95: ...s shifted NOTE In the ideal case probings should be performed perpendicular to the probing surface Tips for effective operation Changing the stylus systems automatically If several stylus systems are required for workpiece measurement you should note which stylus system you have assigned to which holder If more stylus systems are required than can be accommodated by the changer rack it is possible...

Page 96: ...intenance work Automatic stylus system change A changer rack is required for automatic changing Before it is possible to change a stylus system automatically preparations have to be made first Allocate a rack holder A specific holder in the changer rack must be allocated to each stylus system You should note which rack holder is allocated to which sty lus system NOTE The measuring software is requ...

Page 97: ...peed Therefore any set up work in the danger zone of the CMM may be carried out only if spe cial precautionary measures have been taken CAUTION Risk of injury due to travel movements in set up mode Crushing and severing of body parts Risk to the eyes caused by the styli Set the MAN operating mode Withdraw the key and keep it with you Ensure that nobody can switch to the AUTO operating mode Reduce ...

Page 98: ...ü Before performing unlimited travel movements the end positions must have been defined After start up home the machine first After this travel movements can be performed without restrictions us ing the joysticks CAUTION Risk of injury during homing as a result of an automatic se quence Crushing and severing of body parts Risk to the eyes caused by the styli Ensure that nobody is endangered by the...

Page 99: ...ers away from magnetic materials Liquids Faults due to liquids in electrical equipment Impairment of the CMM function Keep liquids away from the CMM to exclude unintentional penetra tion of liquids into the electrical equipment Radio signals Interference caused by radio signals Malfunctions of the CMM Do not use any cell phones or walkie talkies within a radius of 3 m around the CMM Lateral styli ...

Page 100: ... Observe the following regarding the batch measurement mode Only authorized persons may work with the CMM The set up man must instruct the operator as to the operating posi tion of the CMM During automatic measurement runs the control console must be placed outside the danger zone of the CMM The control console must be equipped with a sufficiently long con necting cable to ensure that the CMM can ...

Page 101: ...e hand may influence the properties of probe holder and probe The components should therefore be installed before starting the measurement 2 Mount the probe to the CMM at least 15 minutes before starting the measuring run 3 Always carry out a reference measurement after the reference point travel and qualify each stylus used for measurement 4 Carry out temperature compensation See 7 17 Homing run ...

Page 102: ...red by the travel movements NOTE The home position cannot be approached with laterally projecting styli Remove the stylus system from the probe if styli project too far NOTE The homing run is performed automatically The probe moves first in all axes up to 60 mm away from the home position then in the Z axis up to the mechanical end position and then in the X and Y axes If a rotary table is availab...

Page 103: ...nting or replacing a stylus and after a collision Case 2 Redetermination is necessary if the position of the changer rack or holder has changed Stylus system qualification What you should know Why is qualification necessary By means of qualification the stylus vector and diameter are deter mined This data is required to determine the coordinates of the probed point The reference measurement has to...

Page 104: ...i required for workpiece measurement Information about the master stylus Red dot The master stylus has different features with regard to length and diam eter of the stylus tip The features depend on the probe used Normally the master stylus is marked with a red dot The properties of master styli for the various probes are listed as follows Probe Master stylus Threads Length Diameter of the stylus ...

Page 105: ...m NOTE Select the position of the reference sphere holder so that the reference sphere can be probed with all styli If it is not possible to qualify certain styli you may change the orienta tion of the reference sphere Example 1 Vertical orientation of the reference sphere Performing a reference measurement The position of the reference sphere must be determined before the sty lus vector can be de...

Page 106: ...t 1 Stylus shaft 2 Probing direction 3 Reference sphere probing on the pole 5 Remove the master stylus All styli can now be qualified Qualification procedure After the reference measurement has been carried out the stylus sys tems can be qualified NOTE During qualification the temperature effect should be taken into ac count Prior to qualification carry out temperature compensation ...

Page 107: ...ion methods are available depending on the applica tion Please refer to the operating instructions for the measuring soft ware 1 Install the stylus system 2 The menu for the qualification appears in the measuring software Please refer to the operating instructions for the measuring software 3 On the control console select the stylus you want to qualify 4 Probe the reference sphere in the shaft dir...

Page 108: ...6 Repeat steps 2 to 4 for all other styli of the stylus system 7 Qualify additional stylus systems if necessary In this case repeat steps 1 to 5 NOTE If high precision is required or in case of high temperature variations the qualification procedure should be repeated regularly When the CMM has been in operation for several weeks without inter ruption and the same stylus systems are always require...

Page 109: ... according to DINENISO1 Since the actual temperature deviates from the 20 C the geometric data have to be corrected by a correction value Expansion coefficient The correction value is calculated by the measuring software However the measuring software needs to know the temperature of the CMM and the workpiece Furthermore the expansion coefficient must be en tered in the measuring software See oper...

Page 110: ...ry out a temperature compensation After every start up As a test measurement If the ambient conditions change greatly during the day you should carry out at least one test measurement per day You should also carry out test measurements when the CMM has been in operation for several weeks In case of constant ambient conditions one test measurement per week is sufficient In case of varying ambient t...

Page 111: ...70302 MMZ M 7 19 1 Plug the connector into the connection sockets The connection sockets are located on the rear side of the CMM Two sockets are available 2 Place the copper blocks at two different locations in or on the work piece to be measured ...

Page 112: ... probing actions Multipoint probing or scanning can be used when determining dimensions Scanning must be used for form measurements NOTE The following conditions must be fulfilled for probing These conditions depend on the probing system See brochure Sensors Probing conditions Constant probing speed Minimum distance to the contact point A minimum distance is required to reach the probing speed The...

Page 113: ...he maxi mum possible travel speed corresponds to the default value e g 100 defined in the measuring software The control knob makes it possible to reduce the travel speed to zero If the travel speed reaches a value of less than 10 of the de fault value this will be indicated on the control console An LED on the standard control console lights up If the probing speed is too high for certain probing...

Page 114: ...ural criteria of the stylus system fulfilled Are the stylus system and the stylus in perfect condition Has the reference point travel been carried out Has the reference measurement been carried out Has the qualification been carried out correctly When using a measuring probing system has tensor quali fication been performed All styli qualified Has the correct stylus been selected Has the temperatu...

Page 115: ...iations are listed below Source of error Cause Home position No reference measurement has been carried out Temperature compensation No temperature compensation performed Incorrect temperature compensation for example a wrong material coefficient has been entered Status of the reference sphere and of the stylus system The setup of the reference sphere is not stable The reference sphere or stylus ti...

Page 116: ...ll bores The workpiece material is too soft Magnetic field A malfunction was caused by a magnetic field Possible causes of a magnetic field for example workpiece clamp ing tool stylus system extensions Qualification Different axis clamping set than for qualification Different measuring force set than for qualification depending on the measuring method with measuring probes Probing Probing has not ...

Page 117: ...o avoid malfunctions when the CMM is put back into operation the measuring operation should be finished correctly Proceed in the described order 1 Move the probe to a safe position This position must be inside the measuring volume Prepare for the next CMM start by positioning the probe close to the home position 2 Move the probe holder to its initial position Turn the articulating system to the 0 ...

Page 118: ...Terminating the measuring operation 7 26 61211 1270302 MMZ M ...

Page 119: ...0302 MMZ M 8 1 Errors and faults This chapter contains Errors occurring prior to the measuring operation 8 2 Malfunctions during measuring operations 8 3 Special measures 8 5 Service features 8 8 Errors and faults ...

Page 120: ...roller cabinet There is a button on the BP26SE control console to turn on the drives The indicator lamp of the button must light up In the BP26SE control console the LED above the button is lit The EMERGENCY STOP button on the control console is locked Unlock the button Slightly turn the EMERGENCY STOP button The button pops out a few millimeters The EMERGENCY STOP button on the control console is...

Page 121: ...ocked Unlock the EMERGENCY STOP button Turn the button slightly The button pops out a few millimeters Collision for example with the workpiece Eliminate the cause of the colli sion Reactivate the drives Reinitialize the CMM if neces sary AUTO operating mode set or key op erated switch in 0 position Turn the key operated switch to MAN A CNC function has been activated and is not yet complete e g a ...

Page 122: ...e Display on the control console The MAN operating mode is set during an automatic run Set the AUTO operating mode Turn the key operated switch to the AUTO position Stylus system change No holder has been assigned to the stylus system Assign a holder to the stylus system The position of the changer rack or holder has changed Reassign the holder Collision missing in termediate positions Reassign th...

Page 123: ...ort NOTE After a collision the stoplight switches to red in the stoplight window You have to switch back the stoplight to green before continuing mea surement Please refer to the operating instructions for the measuring software Collision between the probe and stylus When the probe or stylus has collided with an obstacle and the drives have been switched off proceed as follows 1 Eliminate the caus...

Page 124: ...he bypass position The indicator lamp for the deactivated collision protection is lit In addition a signal tone is heard 3 Reactivate the drives If the drives cannot be switched on the CMM must be reinitialized For more information about the initialization procedure please refer to the operating instructions for the measuring software 4 Clear the CMM by means of the joystick 5 Activate the collisi...

Page 125: ...d Clearing from the end position may only be performed by instructed personnel Damage to the CMM by manual movements The CMM can only be moved out of the end position by means of the joysticks Never try to clear the CMM by sliding pushing or pulling CMM components Move the CMM out of the end position by means of the joysticks on the control console 1 Disable the safety devices 2 Switch on the driv...

Page 126: ...Oberkochen Germany Telephone numbers for the support Within Germany 0 73 64 20 6337 From abroad 49 73 64 20 6337 Teleservice ZEISS offers fast and economical help in the form of online diagnostic tools There are several options here Teleservice tools Online diagnosis of errors Online software update Online service Online training If you are interested in this type of assistance call our support te...

Page 127: ...9 61211 1270302 MMZ M 9 1 Maintenance and care This chapter contains Maintenance 9 2 Lubrication 9 4 Care 9 5 Maintenance and care ...

Page 128: ... need to worry about maintenance NOTE If you wish to subsequently conclude a maintenance agreement call our support See 8 8 Regarding maintenance work a distinction is made between Extensive maintenance and Little maintenance Extensive maintenance Performance of preventive maintenance actions on all components according to manufacturer specifications Acquisition and correction of the geometry with...

Page 129: ...rried out at least every 2000 operating hours NOTE ZEISS recommends performing little and complete maintenance on an alternating basis little maintenance in the first year and complete main tenance in the second year Components of maintenance work Maintenance work includes inspection of the following Area Examples Safety devices standard equipment For example drive monitoring collision protection ...

Page 130: ...ents of the CMM must be lubricated within the scope of maintenance work NOTE Lubrication may only be carried out by competent specialists Components to be lubricated Component Type of grease Procedure Drive spindles Klüber NBU 15 3 4 strokes with the grease gun ...

Page 131: ... Contact 60 To pre clean the contacts on adapter plates and the adapter plate receptacle of the probe car rier NOTICE Do not use for ball pairs in the adapter plate re ceptacle 000000 0118 669 Contact WL For secondary cleaning of the contacts on adapter plates and the adapter plate receptacle of the probe carrier NOTICE Do not use for ball pairs in the adapter plate re ceptacle 000000 0118 666 75 ...

Page 132: ...rs are replaced under pressure Switch off the compressed air before replacing the air filters Disconnect the compressed air supply from the power supply Make sure to depressurize the line Measures of precaution Contamination of components by compressed air The functioning of some sensitive components may become impaired by dust particles Do not use compressed air for cleaning the CMM NOTE Use grea...

Page 133: ...ere Weekly Cleaning agent See 9 9 Adapter plate As required Fluff free cloth using a cleaning agent if re quired See 9 10 Probe As required Dry or damp cloth See 9 10 Changer rack Monthly Vacuum cleaner Use a cleaning agent if required See 9 10 Bellows cover Monthly Vacuum cleaner See 9 10 Control console Monthly Dry or damp cloth See 9 11 Housing covers Monthly Mild normal cleaning agent See 9 11...

Page 134: ...ily substances from the measuring plate and the workpiece CAUTION When using anticorrosive agents there is a risk of slipping Do not treat measuring plates to be walked on with anticorrosive agents that leave a lubricating film on the measuring plate surface 1 Remove large particles with a vacuum cleaner 2 Then clean the measuring plate with a grease dissolving agent such as Shellsol 3 After that ...

Page 135: ...g agent if required Make sure that the stylus tip is free from cleaning agent residues If material from the workpiece settles on the stylus tip it can be re moved with a suitable solvent Removing aluminum deposits Aluminum deposits can be removed with a solvent Make sure that the solvents do not act too long since the glued bond between the stylus tip and the stylus shaft may be affected When clea...

Page 136: ...eceptacle must be protected against soiling Besides adapter plates that are not required must be stored in a safe place Always leave an adapter plate at the adapter plate receptacle Probes and probe holders Wipe off the probes and probe holders with a dry or damp cloth Store a probe or a probe holder in a dust free and clean place for example in a cabinet or drawer whenever it is not in use LineSc...

Page 137: ...us system Regular inspection of the stylus systems is required to ensure correct workpiece measurement 1 Check the styli at regular intervals 2 Remove any particles or grease film from stylus tips 3 Replace any damaged styli Cleaning or replacing the filter mats of the MCC 800 controller cabinet The interior of the controller cabinet is cooled by a fan attached to the rear side of the controller c...

Page 138: ...ace the cover on the air filter 1 2 Alignment of the cover 1 Cover 2 Lamella of the cover Checking the compressed air filters The service unit is equipped with at least two filters The CMM is usually equipped with a fine filter and an extra fine filter The filters have to be checked regularly The transparent filter caps make it possible to check the degree of soiling 1 2 2 Service unit for compres...

Page 139: ...arting work on the service unit Disconnect the compressed air supply from the power supply Make sure to depressurize the line 1 Open the filter cap and remove it 2 Clean the filter cap 3 Replace the filter element 4 Reattach the filter cap After replacing the filters the compressed air can be switched on again Checking the oil level of the oil pump The oil level in the oil pump must be checked onc...

Page 140: ...2 MMZ M 1 3 2 Oil pump with oil reservoir 1 Filler hole for oil 2 Upper mark for the maximum oil level 3 Lower mark for the minimum oil level Designation of the oil Standard HLP DIN 51524 2 Manufacturer Shell Tellus S2 MX 32 ...

Page 141: ...10 61211 1270302 MMZ M 10 1 Shutdown and disposal This chapter contains Shutdown 10 2 Disposal 10 3 Shutdown and disposal ...

Page 142: ...own If you want to shut down the CMM for a longer period of time the CMM must be disconnected from the power supply We recommend storing the CMM in a dust protected place 1 Remove the power plug 2 Cover the CMM using a tarpaulin for example ...

Page 143: ... indicates that the component contains electronic component parts that must not be disposed of with general household waste Validity for EU 28 mem ber states Components labeled with this symbol must be disposed of correctly ac cording to the WEEE directive 2012 19 EU or the respective country spe cific legislation applicable within the EU 28 member states This symbol is only applicable in the Euro...

Page 144: ...t percentages of the hazardous materials are cal culated for the entire system NOTE The table above is valid for coordinate measuring machines coming into the market since the year 2007 Regulations The CMM and peripherals can be returned to us for disposal Of course it is also possible to set up other regulations for disposal according to the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act ElektroG...

Page 145: ... RDS Abbreviation for incremental articulating probe holder Reference standard Measurement standards for the qualification of styli e g sphere RoHS Abbreviation for Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Sub stances EU Directive on the restriction of the use of certain haz ardous substance in electrical and electronic equipment RSH Acronym for Reference Sphere Holder Stylus a mechanical devic...

Page 146: ...2Glossary 2 61211 1270302 MMZ M ...

Page 147: ...rt up 6 17 Clamping equipment 6 16 Clearing 8 7 Button 3 11 CMM Bridge 3 4 Characteristic values 4 2 Clearing 8 7 CMM number 3 2 Coordinate axes 3 5 Design 3 3 Identification 3 2 Serial number 3 2 Series 3 2 Shutting down 7 25 Switching off 7 25 Travel directions 3 5 Type plate 3 2 Year of manufacture 3 2 CMM start Order 6 6 Safety measures 6 5 Collision Measures to be taken after a collision 8 5 ...

Page 148: ...matically 2 24 Switching on 3 12 6 7 E Electromagnetic fields 7 6 EMERGENCY STOP Button 3 11 EMERGENCY STOP button 2 14 End position 8 7 Environmental conditions CMM 4 4 Error sources Errors occurring prior to the measuring operation 8 2 Malfunctions during measuring operations 8 3 Expansion coefficient 7 17 F Fault CMM in end position 8 7 Floor vibrations 5 4 H Hazards Crushing and cutting 2 9 To...

Page 149: ...9 8 Measuring range 3 4 4 2 Measuring software 7 2 N Notes for operation Liquid 7 7 Vibrations and shocks 7 7 O Oil pump Checking the oil level 9 13 Operating mode 7 2 Automatic 3 12 Manually 3 12 Selecting 6 7 Operating position 3 16 Overvoltage category 4 2 P Park position 7 10 7 11 Power supply Connections making 6 2 ON OFF 3 12 Power on 6 6 Precautionary measures Setting up the workpiece 6 14 ...

Page 150: ...rements 2 7 Requirements for the operator 2 6 Safety devices 2 13 Safety device Checking the no contact protective devices 2 26 EMERGENCY STOP button 2 14 Safety equipment EMERGENCY STOP button 3 13 Scattering Causes 7 23 Scope of delivery 1 2 Serial number 3 2 Service unit Checking the filter 9 12 Setting up the workpiece Procedure 6 15 Set up work Safety instruction 7 5 Shocks 7 7 Shutdown 10 2 ...

Page 151: ...uirements 5 3 Type plate CMM 3 2 MCC 800 control cabinet 3 10 V Vibration analysis 5 4 Vibrations 7 7 Visual check 6 3 W Warranty 1 5 2 2 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE 10 3 Weight CMM 4 2 Workpiece 4 2 Wireless control console 3 15 Workpiece Clamping equipment 6 16 Expansion coefficient 7 17 Heavy workpieces 6 15 Lowering onto the measuring plate 6 15 Positioning 6 15 X X bridge 3...

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