Plasma User Manual - Techno CNC Systems
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1. Step 3 Locating X Y origin 7 0 Jog the machine to the desired X Y start position by pressing the X and Y directional keys For this example we will assume the lower left hand corner or first quadrant of the part is the origin or 0 0 Once located press the key XY 0 and answer OK to Are you sure to clear wo The display should now show X and Y coordinate values of 0 000 Step 4 Before running a file we want to test the torch touch off Make sure the material is under the torch for this test and the work lead is attached to the raw stock Press the button on the Microstep control panel Zero Test The torch should lower to the material touch off and retract Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Step 5 Insert the memory stick into the port on the front of the control box The hand held should recognize the connection and prompt you to read the stick answer Yes To load a program press Using the arrow up down keys move to 2 USB files press OK Again using up down key select desired NC program you wish to run and press 1 Local Files The file will load into memory Step 6 Press play The machine will automatically touch off and set the height for cutting then proceed to execute the NC program Call 1 631 648 7481 or Vi2. NK105G2 Techno Systems __ Plasma User Manual l Techno CNC Systems LLC 2015 12 2015 E NCstudio Controller AK IDS Gi comm powar e The Techno CNC Plasma System is powered by 220 Volt single phase power This document will provide a quick guide to the set up and operating procedure of the Techno CNC Plasma Cutter 5 safety Information 1 Before operating ensure proper ventilation 2 DO NOT operate this machine without proper training 3 DO NOT operate unattended 4 DO NOT wear jewelry or loose clothing when operating machine Wear proper eye protection 6 Wear proper protective clothing 7 Keep clothing and hair away from the Torch and hot metals 8 Keep all areas around the Torch free of flammable materials including but not limited to wood flammable material scraps clothing cleaning solvents plastic and more 9 Incase of emergency have fire extinguishing equipment available Make sure the Ground Clamp Work Lead is connected to material being cut 11 Before servicing disconnect all power sources Minimum Shade 8 Eye Protection Welding Jacket or Apron Chisel A Tae 10 tH Welding Gloves Chipping Hammer Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS I FOKIN GUE E E E E Page 3 Salety INStrUCIONS _wxavececivedeedscnescdeessoecces
3. To run the G code file simply press the start button Once the spindle has reached speed the machine will move into position to start the first cut The file can be paused while running by pressing To resume the file press To abort the file at any time press Note When the machine pauses the spindle will stop and the Z axis will move to the Z clearance Safe height to allow inspection of the part If the machine is jogged off the part during a pause it will lose its position and when the file is resumed it will start from the new position When using multiple tools it is best to create separate files for each tool The last file can be resumed at a breakpoint by pressing Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual IV Advanced Tutorials 4 1 Alternating between Override and Programmed Feedrates The controller can run G code files with speed set by the user on the keypad override speed or with speed set in the CAM package G code file programmed speeds To determine what speed protocol will be used do the following In the main screen press menu Ez to enter the menu screen II Use the t key to scroll the cursor and highlight 4 Oper param Press OK to select Use the and key scroll the cursor and highlight 8 ignore F code 9 ignore S code Press OK to select Note The F or S Option F stands for Feed rates and S stands for Spind
4. eight hour minimum are the responsibility of the customer UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES Techno CNC Systems LLC is not liable for delay or failure to perform any obligations hereunder by reason of circumstances beyond its reasonable control These circumstances include but are not limited to accidents acts of God strikes or labor disputes laws rules or regulations of any government or government agency fires floods delays or failures in delivery of carriers or suppliers shortages of materials and any other event beyond Techno CNC Systems LLC s control ENTIRE AGREEMENT GOVERNING LAW The terms and conditions contained herein shall constitute the entire agreement concerning the terms and conditions for the limited warranty described hereunder No oral or other representations are in effect This Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the laws of New York State No legal action may be taken by any party more than one 1 year after the date of purchase TECHNO CNC SYSTEMS LLC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE DESIGNS SPECIFICATIONS PRICES AND ANY APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com
5. value Since we are in inches we will multiply this value by 25 4 mm inch to get our middle Position value in mm However we will use the Initial Pierce height as our actual position value and make sure our EffectRange is large enough to encompass our Torch to work distance Now we will set our Pierce time delay as shown in seconds but the setting on the THC is in milliseconds so multiply the value by 1000 Our cut speed will be 350 inches per minute You will use this value when creating the toolpath of the part to be cut Our SetArc value will be 116V Use the height knob on the main screen of the THC to set this value 3 6 Pierce Delay on the Automatic Torch Height Control Display To change your Pierce Delay time variable you must navigate to the sub menu of the THC by turning the up down knob Use the up down knob to select Pierce Delay Use the 1 or 10 knob to change the value Units are in milliseconds Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual 3 7 Adjusting the XYZ Zero position WCS User Origin XYZ zero position Working Coordinate System WCS and User Origin are all the same thing Different CAM systems and users just name the concept differently For convenience XYZ zero position will be used in the rest of this manual XYZ zero position is the location point on a drawing in a CAD CAM package where X Y and Z all equ
6. Go to current origin Decrease spindle RPM Resume from breakpoint Open help screen 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual III Operating Tutorials 3 0 Switching Movement to Step or Jog There are two modes that allow the user to control the movement of the machine Jog and Step To switch between these modes press the Shift button The mode will be displayed on the bottom left of the screen Jog Also known as continuous mode When a directional arrow is pressed the machine will move in that direction until the button is released Stepping Also known as step mode When a directional arrow is pressed the machine will move an exact amount as dictated by the manual parameters page To move again you must release the button and press it again 1 516 Sort 2 428 Slow 3 1 Jogging the machine and changing from High Low Jog Speed To Jog the machine hold down one of the Yellow directional keys on the keypad while in Jog mode The keypad has X X Y Y Z Z printed on the keys to indicate direction The machine has two speeds High and Low When the machine starts it will be in the Low speed Select between high and low To toggle between low and high speed press the Jog Speed Select Button You can Jog speeds only toggle speed when in Jog Mode The LCD will display High or Low on the right of the screen 3 2 Stepping the machine To mo
7. adjusted based off cutting feedback Sensitivity The response speed of the automatic torch height control The smaller the value the slower the torch height adjustment response Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual THC Main Menu The THC main menu is accessed by pressing in or twisting the Up Down knob Values are adjusted by using the Sensitivity 1 or Height 10 knobs Press Zero Test button to return to main screen SpeedRange 10 Position 30 Ef feoRange 40 Equivalent Q 001 PierceDel 0 Compensate 0 Main Menu Settings SpeedRange Similar to Sensitivity The larger the speed range the slower the THC motor control A higher value will have slower tracing speed a value too low will cause motor shaking Recommended value 10 EffecRange Effective Range This sets the upper and lower limits of the THC Arc Voltage control in Auto mode Recommended value of 40 PierceDel Pierce Delay This sets the torch on delay time in milliseconds This value is preconfigured in the NC studio controller See 3 6 for details Position Also known as location height This is the initial height in millimeters of the torch after the Zero Test Recommended value of 30 Value needs to be changed with material thickness Refer to the correct cut chart in you Hypertherm manual for this value Equivalent Do not change this value Represents the Z
8. allowed nor credit given for products returned without such authorization Proper packaging and insurance for transportation is solely the customer s responsibility After approval from Techno CNC Systems LLC the product should be returned with a statement of the problem and transportation prepaid If upon examination warranted defects exist the product will be repaired or replaced at no charge and shipped prepaid back to the customer Return shipment will be by common carrier i e UPS If rapid delivery is requested by customer then such transport is at the customer s expense If an out of warranty situation exists the customer will be notified of the repair costs immediately At such time the customer must issue a purchase order to cover the cost of the repair or authorize the product to be shipped back as is at the customer s expense In any case a restocking charge of 20 will be charged on all items returned to stock FIELD SERVICE Repairs are ordinarily done at Techno CNC Systems LLC s Ronkonkoma New York facility where all necessary instrumentation is available This instrumentation is difficult to transport so field service is severely limited and will only be supplied at Techno CNC Systems LLC s discretion If field service is required and is performed at Techno CNC Systems LLC s sole discretion all relevant expenses including transportation travel time subsistence costs and the prevailing cost per hour
9. axis distance per pulse Compensate Zero or One this setting will compensate the difference between set location height and actual location height Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual THC Sub Menu Press and hold Zero Test button on the main menu to access the Sub Menu These settings relate to the Z axis motor control and have been preconfigured for your machine It is recommended not to change these values AutoHSpeed 1800 y aS eee Se Se eS eee ee l r rm Co s mum m i Sta rtSpeed 600 q TopSpeed 3000 AutoLSpeed 600 SpeedRate 50 Language 0 Sub Menu Settings StartSpeed Default soeed of the THC motor Unit mm min TopSpeed Maximum speed of the THC motor Unit mm min SpeedRate Motor acceleration factor The larger the value is the longer the acceleration time AutoHSpeed Auto High Speed Maximum speed during Auto mode Will not exceed TopSpeed value autoLSpeed Auto Low Speed Minimum speed during Auto mode Will not exceed auto high speed value Language 0 for Chinese 1 for English Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Setting the Plasma Cut Parameters Please refer to your Hypertherm Powermax Manual s cut chart to ensure proper settings Maximum cut speeds are the fastest speeds possible to cut material without regard to cut qu
10. continued 0 024s 6 Param Upkeep 1 2 3 4 5 7 System 1 ak WON Backup Params Restore Params Factory Params Export Params Import Params Upkeep Language 1 Chinese 2 English Export Log System Update Register Help Spec Help Message Show Delay Value 60 Unit S Reboot Exit Diagnosis 1 System Info 1 Software Version 2 Card No 3 Remaining Time 4 Register Tmes 2 Port List 3 Keypress Diag 4 Import Diag 5 Outport Diag NK105G2 Plasma User Manual Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Notes On the G code File lf a part requires multiple tools it is best to output a different file for each part If the G code file references a tool number higher than T10 then the controller will give an error at the start of the file M6 T1 to M6 T10 are allowed In general it is best to remove T commands by telling the CAM package that the machine is not a tool changer machine or insuring that the Tool number does not exceed 10 G92 is the Axis presetting command when this command is encountered in the G code file the XYZ zero position is set at the position the machine is in at that time In general it is best to remove this from the G code file or if it is in the G code file make sure the machine is at the origin before you press start The controller will recognise G54 to G59 offset commands See the NK105 G2 manual for more de
11. 105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Settings continued 6 Ignore F Code YES 7 Ignore S Code YES 8 Ratio on Manu NO 9 DXF Params gt 1 1 Point as 0 YES 2 Shape Process NO 3 Metric Size NO 10 ENG Params gt 1 Lifting Height 0 039 2 Tool Change Tip YES 3 Cycle Times 1 4 Deep Hole Mode 0 5 Retract Amount 0 25 6 Select Tool No YES 11 Type Para 1 Use Servo YES 2 Detect Arc YES 12 Delay Sett 1 Arc Delay 800ms 2 Torch Up Delay 1000ms 3 Torch Down Delay 2000ms 4 Torch Down Delay 1000ms 5 Open Cylin Delay 2000ms 6 Closed Cylin Delay 5000ms Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Settings continued 13 Corner Cont 1 Corner Toleran 0 039 inch 2 Corner Option 0 14 Machine EFF 1 GOO Speed 394 00 in min 2 GXX Speed 230 00 in min 3 Back REF First NO 4 SGL Axis Acc 47 000 in sec 2 5 Max Turn Acc 94 000 in sec42 6 REF Circle Radius 0 197 inch 7 REF Circle Speed 230 00 in min 8 Corner Toleran 0 039 inch 9 Corner Option 0 10 Smoothing Time 0 024s 11 Type Para 1 Use Servo YES 2 Detect Arc YES 12 Delay Sett 1 Arc Delay 800ms 2 Torch Up Delay 1000ms 3 Torch Down Delay 2000ms 4 Torch Down Delay 1000ms 5 Open Cylin Delay 2000ms 6 Closed Cylin Delay 5000ms Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual S
12. Refers to the tolerance of the Arc Voltage setting Recommended value of 5 Also changes values by increments of 1 Height Arc Voltage Also changes values by increments of 10 Up down Press in or twist this knob to access the main menu Also selects different parameters inside the main menu 16 Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Display Manu This light is on when THC is in Manual Mode or without the Auto signal from the CNC controller Auto This light is on when THC is in Auto Mode or when receiving the Auto signal from CNC controller Up This light is on when moving the torch up Down This light is on when moving the torch down Lim This light is on when the torch is moved along the Z axis to it s upper limit Lim This light is on when the torch is moved along the Z axis to it s lower limit Zero This light is on after pressing Zero Test Arc This light is on after pressing Arc Strike Display Parameters ARC Shows the actual arc voltage value after arc strike 000 is for no arc voltage value SetArc User set Arc voltage value determined according to the plate thickness and cutting speed These values can be obtained from the cut chart in the Hypertherm manual The arc voltage value determines the torch height to the plate The larger the value the higher the height In auto mode during cutting the arc voltage value is automatically
13. al zero Generally XY zero is on the bottom left corner and Z zero is the top of the part In fig 3 3a the letters are located away from the XY zero all points representing positive integers Fig 3 3a In Fig 3 3b the object represents the material the letters will be cut from The machine should be jogged to the corner of the material by using the directional arrows on the keypad Once the machine is in location press to set XY zero The coordinates on the controller will change to 0 0 XY zero is now set Fig 3 3b Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual ha Z AXIS aad x AXIS 0 0 ORIGIN 3 8 Loading a G code File Press the Menu button Select 2 USB files to access the flash drive Only a G code file with an nc extension with show Scroll through the files with Il and Select file by pressing OK OK Then load the file by pressing 1 Note Files can be copied from this USB to the controller using the 2 button Local disk space is limited Once a file is copied locally it can also be selected from the jog speed step size screen Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual 3 9 Running a G code file Once the XYZ origin has been set as per section 3 4 and the file has been loaded as per section 3 5 the user is ready to run the G code file
14. ality Recommended cut speeds are a good starting point for finding the best quality cut You will need to adjust the speeds for your application and your table to obtain the desired cut quality Material work Initial pierce thickness I height 008 in 78 Gal 0 030 in 22 Ga 0 036 m 20 Gaj 0 060 Fi 16 Gal 0 036 in 20 Ga 0 060 Fi 16 Ga O07 5 in 14 Gal 0 705 in 12 aa 0 195 in 10 Gai 0 168 ri 4 16 in 0 250 in ied in OS in 3 8 in a500 ri Vf in 0 626 in SB inl OF50 in 3 4 in 1 000 in 1 inj 250 Edge siat recommended Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual The cut chart on page 20 is being used as an example It is from the Hypertherm PowerMax45 manual It represents the cut chart for shielded consumables on Mild Steel with English Units In this example we will be cutting 16 Ga mild steel and we will use the recommended settings These are merely recommended settings you will need to adjust accordingly We will use the cut chart from left to right First we will select our Arc Current The PowerMax 45 is capable of 45 amps so we will start there We will set the control knob on the PowerMax 45 unit to 45 amps Next we choose our material thickness In this example we will be using 16 Ga As we move from left to right we can use and set various parameters Torch to work distance is our working Position
15. ation gt aaaaaasnnnannrrrnssrnnrrressnrrrresn Page 28 VI AppendiK sitiesiiccwinssnecitidascssntecvevesnsnsnessnbedevunsienaveussaciessbeesnranevanews Settings Page 29 35 Notes on the G code file Acceleration Set Page 36 Changing to Different Offset a new XY Zero location Page 37 Using the 4th Axis on the Techno Plasma Page 38 Warranty Page 39 Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual I SAFETY WARNING DO NOT LIFT OR MOVE MACHINE USING GANTRY lt lt Rear of Machine Front of Machine NOTE Forklift capacity must be adequate to safely lift the machine II MEASURING FORKS AND FORKLIFTING MACHINE 2 1 All Techno machines are shipped assembled and secured to a wooden pallet Left Side Fig 2 1 Right Side Measuring the distance between the forks shown in Fig 2 1 2 2 Bevery y careful not to gt damage the wiring and or the plumbing underneath the machine Take care not to damage the machine Slowly move in close to the machine Forklift your machine up from the floor and remove the wooden pallet Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual i SAFETY INFORMATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WARNING READ FOLLOW AND UNDERSTAND THE TORCH MANUAL BEFORE BEGINNING USE Use a welding s
16. creen press OK MSpd 800 100 Step XY 0 005 Step Z 0 005 File active file name Note These numbers can vary All following settings can be found by pressing the Menu key and are worded abbreviated as you would see them on screen Note All settings with on screen requires reboot to take effect 1 LOCAL FILES 2 USB FILES 3 OPERATIONS 1 Back to REF Point 1 All Home 2 ZHome 3 X Home 4 Y Home 2 Rect Machining 1 Params Setting Engr Depth Each Depth Tool Dia Nose Gap Height Width X Init Y Init Mode Horiz Mill EXECUTE 2 Load the Last 3 Select Line No Total StartLine EndLine EXECUTE NOW 4 Machining Info Time Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Settings continued 5 Park MCS Site 1 Park Mode Not Move To Park Site To WCS Origin 2 Park Site 1 Input Site Input Park Site X Y Z 2 Select Site Select Current Position As Park Pos by OK Key Return ny ESC Key 6 Select WCS G54 WCS G55 WCS G56 WCS Select by OK 4 Oper Param 1 G00 Speed 394 00 in min 2 GXX Speed 230 00 in min 3 Back REF First NO 4 Offset gt 1 Public Offest 1 X 2 Y 3 Z 2 Work Offset 1 G54 Offset gt 1 X 2 Y 3 Z settings repeat through G59 5 Cycle Process gt 1 Cycle Process NO 2 Cycle Times 2 3 Cycle Interval Oms Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK
17. creen when operating Plasma Torch Wear proper eye protection Wear proper protective clothing Disconnect all power before adjusting loading or replacing any materials or consumables on the machine table or torch CUT MATERIAL AND MACHINE WILL REMAIN HOT FOR MANY MINUTES AFTER PLASMA TORCH HAS BEEN SHUT OFF LET COOL ACCORDINGLY ALWAYS USE GLOVES TO AVOID BURNS AND SHARP EDGES Disconnect all power before servicing the CNC machine or torch The machine may have multiple power sources disconnect all power sources Ensure proper ventilation is setup and used during operation of Plasma Torch Install Plasma Cutter on a non flammable surface only Keep all areas around the Plasma Torch free of flammable materials including but not limited to wood flammable material scraps clothing cleaning solvents plastic and more 10 Keep clothing hair and jewelry away from the Plasma Torch and hot metals 11 Do not operate unattended 12 Have appropriate fire extinguishing equipment available in case of emergency 13 Refer to MSDS for material being cut for material specific safety instructions Stainless steel can be particularly dangerous Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual DANGER MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES Disconnect All Power Sources before Servicing This Equipment has 2 Power Sources To Disconnect Power Unplug power cord to this panel from r
18. cursor and highlight li 1 4 Machine stroke t Press OK to select Use the arrow keys to highlight a value press OK to edit the value and II press OK to save it ii Press Cancel when the value is highlighted to abort the edit Use the arrow keys to scroll down the screen until the negative values are displayed When all the edits are complete press Cancel to exit out of this screen Keep pressing cancel until you return to the main screen The asterisk on this setting indicates that the machine must be powered down and the axes homed in order for these new values to take affect If these values are incorrect it will effect the running of the machine If the values are too small the machine will stall stop when it reaches the value entered If the value is too big it is possible for the machine to hit the end of travel and damage could occur Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com Techno BA system NK105G2 Plasma User Manual V Machine Lubrication 5 1 Lubricating the X Y Rack and Pinion Lubrication is important with rack and pinion gearing systems A thin film of grease Should always be present on the contacting tooth flanks to minimize metal to metal contact Lithium grease lubrication is recommend over oil as the oil lubrication will flow away from tooth flanks The grease should be applied to the rails at regular intervals depending on the usage of the machine Use a small brush
19. eceptacle And Disconnect and lock out power to Plasma Torch The Techno CNC Plasma System is powered by 220 Volt single phase power WORK LEAD TERMINAL Please make sure the CNC Plasma is properly grounded using the grounding lug provided on the rear leg of the machine Make sure the Ground Clamp Work Lead is connected to material j Have a licensed electrician being cut perform all electrical connections based on your electrical codes Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual z th r l GROUND CLAMP BLK 4H aa This wire is pre wired into the Hypertherm unit and is a grey two conductor wire Please route it through the controller cabinet port and attach it to the left hand terminal block as shown below 4 220V SUPPLY w r WORKLEAD r Te oe A F T C3 ma i ie ae s i T x This black circular connector gt E is put inside the CNC cabinet ro during transport Run it A G through the exit port and PLASMA CONNECTION TERMINAL STRIP connect it to the Hypertherm unit Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Ia Techno CNC Plasma Installation 1 1 The Electronics are housed in the large 1 4 controller box as shown in Figure 1 1 When unpacking the machine avoid twisting the plastic conduit that
20. ettings continued 15 ENG Unit YES 5 MFR Param PASSWORD 33587550 1 Velocity gt 1 Max Angle 120 000 deg 2 Startup Speed 0 000 in min 3 Single Axis Acc 47 000 in sec 2 4 Max Turn Acc 94 000 in sec42 5 Jerk 314 961 in sec 3 6 Short Seg Spd Lmt YES 7 SPDLMT Length 0 020 inch 8 REF Circle Radius 0 197 inch 9 REF Circle Speed 230 000 in min 2 Axis Output Dir gt X Positive Y Positive 3 Pulse Equiv gt X 0 0033200 Y 0 0033200 4 Machine Stroke gt 1 Strk Upper Lmt gt X Y varies depending on machine size 2 Strk Lower Lmt gt X 0 Y 0 5 Ref Point Set gt 1 RefP Speed gt X 70 866 in min Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Settings continued Y 70 866 in min 2 RefPDir X Negative Y Negative 3 Retract Dist 1 X Retract Dist 0 079 inch 2 Y Retract Dist 0 079 inch 6 Y Rotary Axis gt 1 Y as Rotary Axis NO 2 Rotary Y Pulse 0 006 deg pulse 3 MM as Unit NO 4 Rev Work Radius 0 394 5 Rotary Takeoff 0 291 rad s 6 Rotary Y Acc 6 98 rad s 2 7 Max Rotary Vel 30 r min 7 Backlash Set 1 Compensation on NO 2 Axis Backlash gt X 0 0 Y 0 0 Z 0 0 8 Enable S Algo YES 9 Arc Incriment YES 10 Forward Look Seg 50 11 Sign of BK REF YES 12 GOO Feed 100 YES 13 Smoothing Time Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com Techno Bf systems Settings
21. guides the cables to the motors Guide the cable through the hole on the side of the enclosure and attach the hand held controller to the DB 15 terminal Controller box Fig 1 1 Fig 1 4 1 2 Open the front of the controller box 1 5 Hang the hand held controller on the side of control box It is now ready for use shown in Fig 1 2 Fig 1 5 Fig 1 2 1 3 Unpack the 1 6 The terminal for the 220 volt connection is hand held located at the bottom of the box controller and carefully attach this to the controller board Fig 1 3 Fig 1 6 Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual i WARNING Read this setup thoroughly before running the machine Have a licensed i electrician perform all electrical connections based on your local codes Ib Plasma Torch Connections For control connections see schematics When hooking up the plasma torch be sure to use appropriate power See Hypertherm documentation or refer to quote for details Please read and understand the Hypertherm torch manual before operating the machine Make sure the torch is plugged in Both the Hypertherm torch and the plasma machine need compressed air to operate If there is no air going to the plasma 4 machine you will receive an error on the handheld saying t
22. ight 7 Flip the switch in the front of the machine into Rotary mode 8 Run your part To revert back to normal 3 axis operation follow the first two steps and then put the original value 00332 into the X axis pulse equivalent variable then reboot the machine to apply the changes Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Techno CNC Systems LLC Terms and Conditions For Limited Warranty and Repairs Warranty WARRANTY All Techno CNC Systems LLC mechanical components are warranted against manufacturer s defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the time of shipment from Techno CNC Systems LLC facilities All Techno CNC Systems LLC electrical components are similarly warranted for a period of one 1 year from the time of shipment from Techno CNC Systems LLC facilities Techno CNC Systems LLC s sole obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing the product or at its option replacing the product without additional charge provided the item is properly returned to Techno CNC Systems LLC for repair as described below The provisions of this warranty shall not apply to any product that has been subjected to tampering abuse improper setup or operating conditions misuse lack of proper maintenance or unauthorized user adjustment Techno CNC Systems LLC makes no warranty that its products are fit for any use or purpose t
23. le RPMS Note No means speed in the G code file will be obeyed Yes means speed will be overrode by the controller Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual 4 2 Setting the Override Speed for a G code file From the main screen press Menu ea to access the Menu screen j Use the arrow keys to move the cursor and r 1 NAIJA 4 oper param Press OK to select this option and enter the Operations Parameters screen Use the arrow keys to move between each option and press enter to select the option Press OK to edit the data and use the number keys to enter data Press OK to save data and Cancel to exit out of the screen Keep pressing cancel until you return to the main screen GOO Speed is the rapid speed or the speed the machine moves when the cutter is above the material GXX Speed is the speed the machine moves when the cutter is in the material This speed will vary with cutter size material cutter type etc More parameters in 5 MFR param Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual 4 3 Setting the Table Size From the main screen press Menu to access the Menu screen Use the arrow keys to move the cursor and highlight 5 MFR param Press OK to select Password 33587550 The MFR parameters screen will now open Use the arrow keys to move the
24. ne is not a true 4 axis You can only use this to do wrapping tool paths This means that the file is designed as a regular flat 3 axis file which is scaled so that the width matches the circumference of round stock Then instead of cutting flat the rotary is substituted for the X axis and the cut follows the circumference of the stock as if it is being wrapped around it To change from normal 3 axis operation to rotary operation you must change some settings in the controller 1 Press the menu button on the keypad Go to and press OK to select 5 MFR Param The password is 33587550 2 Goto and press OK to select 3 Pulse Equiv Make note of the X axis value it should be 00332 3 Calculate the new pulse equivalent value based on the diameter of the cylindrical stock being used through the following equation Rotary Pulse Equivalent 25 4 n D 128000 Where D is the diameter of the rotary stock in inches 4 Enter the calculated value for Rotary Pulse Equivalent in the location for X under Pulse Equiv To input a decimal number please press O zero first then the button for the decimal point and then the numbers Exit the menu and restart the machine The new settings will now be applied Now jog to your starting point and set your X and Y origin This position should be above the rotary part Note The X axis will most likely move at a different speed than normal and the coordinates will not look r
25. o which they may be put by the customer whether or not such use or purpose has been disclosed to Techno CNC Systems LLC in specifications or drawings previously or subsequently provided and whether or not Techno CNC Systems LLC s products are specifically designed and or manufactured for such a purpose NOTE Drive motors servo or stepper are considered mechanical components THIS WARRANTY ISIN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED ORIMPLIED ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHETHER EXPRESSED IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW TRADE USAGE OR COURSE OF DEALING ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF LIMITATION OF REMEDY In no event shall Techno CNC Systems LLC be liable for any incidental consequential or special damages of any kind or nature whatsoever Techno CNC Systems LLC is in no way liable for any lost profits arising from or connected to this agreement or items sold under this agreement whether alleged to arise from breach of contract expressed or implied warranty or in tort including without limitation negligence failure to warn or strict liability RETURN PROCEDURE Before returning any equipment in or out of warranty the customer must first obtain a return authorization number and packing instructions from Techno CNC Systems LLC No claim will be
26. of the override goes from 10 to 120 of the original feedrate The user can override the feedrate using the following keys Decrease Feedrate ncrease oS Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual 3 5 Torch Height Control THC The Torch height is automatically controlled during processing through the microstepper THC unit shown below Torch Up Aro Sirke Ferm Teal po 7 A 99 Sebire 123 i i eh a ansitivity 10 Torch Down Sensiinity Ment LU pion Explanation of Controls Auto Manual This switch controls the THC mode auto and manual When the switch is set for auto the THC automatically controls the height of the torch When the switch is set for manual the THC operates by the users settings The LCD screen shows the mode status Torch up Torch Down This controls the Z axis movement up and down The LCD screen shows up or down Arc strike This performs an arc strike test and will only work while in manual mode When you press the button the Hypertherm plasma power source will get an arc strike signal The THC shows the arc voltage value and the LCD displays ARC is on Zero test This will test the position and initial height of the plasma torch the torch will drop down touch the material and then move to its pre set height above the material This can be canceled using the torch up down switch Sensitivity
27. orchalm You will NOT be able to move both the x and y axis until compressed air is connected to the machine The error torchalm will also appear when the torch is not in its correct position This acts as an e stop if the torch knocks into something while in motion Compressed air is required to operate Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual II NC studio Controller Functionality 2 1 Control Panel Functions Figures 2 1a and 2 1b show the buttons and their functions Off On WE wipe lea locen fea i a 2 2 Enabling The Machine Pressing the green button applies power to the controller and enables the motors Note that the red POWER button will light up if the Emergency Stop is pressed during operation Fig 2 2 Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual 2 3 Operational quick start tutorial After all connections have been made to the CNC Plasma machine and torch you are now ready to run a file Step 1 Turn on power to the machine and plasma torch Step 2 You will be prompted by the hand held controller Back to Ref Point WARNING Before answering OK flip the switch Torch up on the microstep panel to raise the torch so that it does not drag across the material when he X and Y axes home
28. sit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Single Keystroke Functions on the Handheld Pendant Y Movement Bold Indicates Primary Function Postive Feedrate Input the number 8 Override Input the number 7 Parenthesis Indicates Secondary Function Z Movement eamnm powor Input the number 9 ae ay a X Movement Input the number 6 Input the number 5 X Movement Input the number 4 Negative Feedrate Override Input the number 1 Z Movement Input the number 3 Y Movement Input the number 2 Set XY Zero Position Input a minus sign Menu Screen Input a decimal point Jog Speed Select Input the number 0 Stop tA Up Directional Key Cancel Escape Start key Enter Manual Parameters Screen Change high low speed and XYZ step increment Down Shift Key Directional Key Switch between Pa Jog and Step modes Yellow Keys represent movement related keys 12 Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Shift Commands Combination Keystrokes To use the shift commands you must press and hold the shift key and then select a second key to use the Shift Command function Increase spindle RPM Switch between work relative and machine absolute Go to home mechanical origin
29. sneeseuseneccteedeeesceseseenee Page 4 5 and Cover Hypertherm to CNC Controller Wiring Diagram ceseeee Page 6 1a Techno CNC Plasma Installation assssssssennssenensrrensnrnsernnne Page 7 1b Plasma Torch Connections aesssssssssssrsssrrersnreesrressreene Page 8 II NCStudio Controller Functionality 2 1 Control Panel Functions nasasssssssssnrrsareesrrresnressrenne Page 9 2 2 Enabling the Machine hae ieeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeneees Page 9 2 3 Operational quick start tutorial asssssssssssssneessreesrrresrrrsen Page 10 Single Keystroke Functions on the Handheld Pendant _ Page 12 Shift Commands Combination Keystrokes nace Page 13 III Operating Tutorials 3 0 Jogging the Machine and 3 1 Changing from High Low Jog Speed 3 2 Stepping the machine aaa eeetateettaeeeeenees Page 14 3 3 Modifying the Jog Speed 3 4 Feedrate Override aa eeettateetsaeeeenees Page 15 3 5 Torch Height Control THC aassanrenersarrnnernnns Page 16 3 6 Pierce Delay on the NC Studio controller oes Page 21 3 7 Adjusting the XYZ Zero position WCS User Origin Page 22 3 8 Loading a G code File eet Page 23 3 9 Running a G code File eee es Page 24 IV Advanced Tutorials 4 1 Alternating between Override and Programmed Feedrates Page 25 4 2 Setting Override speed for a G code file Page 26 4 3 Setting the Table Size ha eeceaeccccaeseeceeeecseeeeeeeaeess Page 27 V Machine Lubric
30. tails on these commands Acceleration Set Under the menu MFR Params there is a sub menu called Velocity This menu controls the acceleration and cutting motion of the machine The Defaults for these parameters are Jerk 310 Single Axis Acc 25 Max Turn Acc 100 A low Max Turn Acc will result in arcs that move in a jerky motion or at a slow speed Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Changing to a Different Offset a new X Y Zero location There are 6 available X Y Zero locations that can be set up The offset number 1s displayed to the left of the Z X Z display 1 through 6 as shown below Press Menu gt Operations gt Select WCS G54 Origin 1 G55 Origin 2 spindle status Operation Status Coordinate Axis Machining Mode Each offset can have it own X Y and Z Zero Coordinate Value Manual speed Type These additional offsets can be used to locate parts on different locations on the table however for ease of use you can use just one offset as we did in training If the machine ever starts to cut in what appears to be the wrong location on the table there is a chance you have accidentally selected a different offset Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual Using the 4 Axis on the Techno Plasma Note The 4 axis on this stepper plasma machi
31. to coat both rails on the side of the Y axis and the Single rail across the X axis Fig 5 1 Fig 5 1 5 2 Lubricating the X Y Z Rails The rail carriage bearings are sealed and protected with wipers The rails should be lightly oiled to allow smooth operation Avoid a build up of debris on the rails by blowing them off with air or wiping them down with a rag The rails do not need to be lubricated as often as the rack once a month should be sufficient Fig 5 2 Na Techn SAE ae X Axis Z Axis Y Axis 5 3 Lubricating Z Ballscrew The Z axis uses a ballscrew and ballnut instead of a Rack and Pinion The ballnut has a nipple for applying lubrication to the mechanism Fig 5 3a Lubrication Fig 5 3a Point Lithium grease is pumped into the lubrication point with the application gun provided with the machine Fig 5 3b ee 5 4 Recommended Lubricants Lithium Based Grease Alvania Grease No 2 Shell or Equivalent Techno Part No H90Z00 8670T8 Oil Vactra No 2s mobile Tonner Oil or Equivalent Techno Part No H90200 LUBE002 Oil and Grease Kit Techno Part No H90ZO00 LUBEKIT2 NOTE AVOID A BUILD UP OF DEBRIS ON MOVING PARTS CLEAN OFF ANY DEBRIS TO AVOID DAMAGING THE MACHINE Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno systems _ Plasma User Manual Appendix Plasma Control Settings High Low Speeds and Step Distances from main s
32. ve the machine in increments press down one of the Yellow directional keys on the keypad while in Stepping mode The keypad has X X Y Y Z Z printed on the keys to indicate direction This will move the machine in predetermined increments in the axis selected By default the X and Y axes will move in 005 inches and the Z axis will move in 001 inches Call 1 631 648 7481 or Visit support technocnc com NK105G2 Techno Systems Plasma User Manual 3 3 Modifying the Jog Speed and Step Size The machine can be jogged at two speeds low and high You can also change the increments in which the machine will move in Step mode These speeds are set in OK the Manual Parameters page To access the Manual Parameters page press OK from the Main Screen Low Speed To move the cursor use the Up and Down directional arrows Enter a new value Press OK to accept that value High Speed Set the High and Low speed to a suitable value Adjust the Step value as needed To Exit out of this screen and return to the main menu press ESC Warning Adjust the step size carefully If you set the step size to an excessive value the machine will move by that value and could damage the machine When inputting a decimal increment you must enter the value as 0 Zero decimal your increment 3 4 Feedrate Override While running a G Code file the user can manually override the feedrate or cutting speed of the program The range
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