INPUTS & OUTPUTS
Discrete Connections
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Product Model:
iPAK2v2
Firmware Version:
V2.10
May 22 | Doc No 700253-2
Figure 38: Discrete Connections Labeled
7.3.5
Softstart
Softstart
is a feature that allows the iPAK2v2 to execute a weld program through a software command from
EtherN
et/IP, MODBUS, NetFlash™, or the WSP3 Pendant. Typically, this is most practical in robotic cells or with
machines where a PLC controls a gun or press. It can be used during testing or calibration routines where the weld
program needs to be executed remotely.
When using
SoftSTART
, the welding electrodes must be closed and under weld force by means of a PLC, or other
external means.
During
SoftSTART
the iPAK2v2
will not
output the Discrete AV1-AV8 signals to operate the valves because the discrete
START
signal is not present.
Examples of items typically connected to the AV1-AV8 outputs are:
•
Any air-valve including WAV
•
Transformer selection using an external decoder in IPAKv1 mode