2
0
1
7
-0
8
16
Installation
5.2
Mounting the Colored Tape and Code Tape
Colored tape
The colored tape must be flexible, conformable, and resistant to abrasion, with a matte finish.
The colored tape must meet the following specifications:
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Tape width: 10 mm ... 40 mm
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Color of the tape
•
Blue = RAL 5015
•
Green = RAL 6032
•
Red = RAL 3001
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Tape thickness > 0.1 mm
The thickness of the tape is irrelevant to read head operation.
■
Breaking load > 25 N/cm
■
Breaking elongation > 180%
■
Adhesive strength > 2 N/cm
■
Temperature resistance: -20
°
C ... 70
°
C
Secure the colored tape to the floor such that the following conditions are met:
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Data Matrix code tapes for positioning are used instead of the colored tape.
■
Data Matrix control codes are positioned parallel to the colored tape.
Color Selection
Select the color of the colored tape so that the contrast between the floor color and the color of
the colored tape is as great as possible. Ideally, use the complementary color.
Due to the integrated lighting of the read head, some floor colors appear to be different in the
camera. If you have problems with the color selection of the colored tapes, please consult your
contact at Fuchs.
Mounting the Colored Tape
1. Clean the surface of any greasy or oily deposits and dust.
2. Ensure that the surface is dry, clean, and stable.
3. Please observe the following section "Basics" when mounting the colored tape and, if
necessary, the instructions from the colored tape manufacturer.
Cleaning Colored Tape/Code Tape
Significant contamination on the colored or code tapes can impair the detection by the read
head. Clean the colored and code tapes with isopropanol if necessary. If the contamination is
severe, you can use a non-corrosive plastic cleaner, e.g., Caramba
®
.
Caution!
The maximum torque of the mounting screws must not exceed 9 Nm.
Tightening the screws to a higher torque may damage the read head.
Note!
Priority
Data Matrix code tapes and Data Matrix tags have priority over colored tapes or colored lanes.
If the read head detects a Data Matrix code tape or Data Matrix tags in the field of view, colored
tapes or colored lanes in the field of view are ignored.