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Panasonic VL-W1-N Series Setup And Maintenance Manual

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2023.10
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Laser Welding Machine
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VL-W1-N series
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  • Page 1 Laser Welding Machine Setup / Maintenance Guide VL-W1-N series Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. ME-VLW1N-SM-1 2023.10 panasonic.net/id/pidsx/global...

  • Page 2: Preface

    Preface Thank you for purchasing our product. For full use of this product safely and properly, please read this document carefully. This product has been strictly checked and tested prior to its delivery. However, please make sure that this product operates properly before using it.

  • Page 3: Cautions In Handling

    Cautions in Handling ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS! To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to equipment or property, always observe the following safety precautions. The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.
  • Page 4 WARNING • Do not use this product anywhere where fire is strictly prohibited, near inflammable gas, objects or organic solvents such as thinner or gasoline, or in dusty place. There is a risk of fire. • Do not use this product except for water-resistant part in wet place. In addition, never conduct wiring or maintenance work with wet hands or when the product surface is wet.
  • Page 5 WARNING • Perform regular maintenance (cleaning, parts replacement) on this product. Using the product with dust or dirt may cause a fire or electric shock. • Remove the dust and/or gas which may be generated during the laser radiation with dust collector or exhauster.
  • Page 6 The following are safety precautions when using the touch panel console. WARNING • Never conduct wiring or maintenance work with wet hands or when the product surface is wet. Otherwise, electric shock and/or malfunction may result. CAUTION • Do not dismantle or remodel the product. It could lead to excessive exothermic heat or smoke generation. •...
  • Page 7 For the Proper Use of Product • Be sure to observe the following matters to prevent a failure or a malfunction of this product and to maintain the product performance properly. „ Operating environment • Do not use the product in a place with frequent vibrations or shocks. Moreover, please do not drop this product. It may affect the precision component and optical component inside, which could impair the performance or result in a failure.
  • Page 8 For the Proper Use of Product • Be sure to observe the following matters to prevent a failure or a malfunction of this product and to maintain the product performance properly. „ Wiring • Verify that the cables are wired correctly before powering on. •...
  • Page 9 Products) as occasioned by the improvements of Products. Consequently, when you place orders for these Products, Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX asks you to contact one of our customer service representatives and check that the details listed in the document are commensurate with the most up-to-date information.

  • Page 10: Related Regulations And Standards

    *3 : UK Address: Panasonic UK, a branch of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT *4 : The printed copy of UK declarations of conformity “UK Declaration of Incorporation of Partly Completed Machinery” is included in the package of this product.
  • Page 11 „ Implementing safety measures for the laser products This product falls into Class 4 laser product according to IEC 60825-1 “Safety of Laser Products”. By definition, class 4 lasers are “Laser products for which intrabeam viewing and skin exposure is hazardous and for which the viewing of diffuse reflections may be hazardous.

  • Page 12: Information For Use

    Information for use „ Target readers This document is intended for the following readers: “System Designer” and “System Administrator” of the system that uses this product. Also, it is necessary to appoint a “Laser Safety Manager” in order to ensure safety regarding laser. Classification Description Laser Safety Manager...

  • Page 13: How To Read This Document

    • Signal details, I/O rating, and timing chart when I/O is used for control • Maintenance details VL-W1-N Series Operation Manual This manual describes the procedure and method to operate VL-W1-N series, and the screen operations to set the laser processing data and conditions. Serial Communication Command Guide This manual describes the communication commands to control this product externally using the serial communication (RS-232C).

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ……………………………………………………………………………… 2 Cautions in Handling ………………………………………………………………… 3 Related Regulations and Standards ………………………………………………10 Information for use ……………………………………………………………………12 How to Read this Document ……………………………………………………… 13 1 Product Overview ……………………………………………………18 1-1 Product Model ……………………………………………………………………19 1-2 Product Configuration …………………………………………………………20 1-3 Package …………………………………………………………………………22 1-4 Specification ……………………………………………………………………24 1-5 Outer Dimensional Drawing ……………………………………………………26 1-5-1 Head ……………………………………………………………………………...
  • Page 15 2-6 Construction of System …………………………………………………………63 3 Operation Method………………………………………………… 64 3-1 Type of Operations ………………………………………………………………65 3-2 Start-up & Termination …………………………………………………………66 3-3 Operation by Manual Setting …………………………………………………68 3-3-1 Operation procedure ………………………………………………………… 68 3-3-2 Screen types ………………………………………………………………… 69 3-3-3 Screen selection …………………………………………………………… 72 3-3-4 Test lasing and Run mode operation ………………………………………...
  • Page 16 4-6-3 Lasing trigger input: Single trigger ………………………………………… 114 4-6-4 Lasing trigger input: Continuous trigger …………………………………… 115 4-6-5 Guide laser radiation input ………………………………………………… 116 4-6-6 Select file …………………………………………………………………… 117 4-6-7 Trigger counter reset input ………………………………………………… 118 4-6-8 Laser stop 1 input …………………………………………………………… 119 4-6-9 Laser stop 2 input ……………………………………………………………...
  • Page 17 Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………… 156 Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………… 157 Error Indication …………………………………………………………………… 165 Alarm ………………………………………………………………………………… 165 Warning ……………………………………………………………………………… 168 Index ………………………………………………………………… 171 ME-VLW1N-SM-1...

  • Page 18: Product Overview

    1 Product Overview ME-VLW1N-SM-1...

  • Page 19: Product Model

    400 mm x 400 mm „ Model description VL-W1 A0 0-N Represents the series name. “VL-W1-N series” refers to the fiber laser welding machine. Represents the laser output class. The following types are applicable to this product. Laser output for processing 45W Laser output for processing 90W Represents the working field size.

  • Page 20: Product Configuration

    1-2 Product Configuration This product is a laser welding machine which is used to process the materials by lasing. The laser welding machine VL-W1-N series consists mainly of the following units. Name Description Head It is the unit that radiates the laser beam. The optical components and the scanner are loaded inside.
  • Page 21 „ Optional items The following optional items (sold separately) are available for this product. To purchase them and for the detailed information, please contact our sales office. Optional items Model AC power cable: Rating 125V AC, PSE certified cable (For Japan) LP-ACA10 AC power cable: Rating 250V AC, PSE certified cable (For Japan) LP-ACA11...

  • Page 22: Package

    1-3 Package Before using this product, be sure to check the packed objects as shown below. This product is delivered in a set of head unit and controller unit packed in one box. If you find any missing item in the package, please contact the dealer you purchased it or our sales office. •...
  • Page 23 Language Laser Safety Guide English / Simplified Chinese / Japanese VL-W1-N Series Setup/Maintenance Guide VL-W1-N Series Serial Communication Command Guide VL-W1-N Series Operation Manual Logo Data Conversion Software Operation Manual Logo Data Editing Software Operation Manual • The AC power cable is not included in this product. Use the specified optional cable or a cable with the enough rating capacity to fulfil the power voltage specification of this product, which is compliant with the regulations and standards in the country or region where it is used.

  • Page 24: Specification

    1-4 Specification „ Optical specifications Model Item VL-W1500-N VL-W1506-N VL-W1A00-N VL-W1A06-N Condensing lens Single lens Working field (X, Y) [mm] *1 200 × 200 400 × 400 Work distance (Base position ± 315 ± 15 685 ± 15 setting range) [mm] Control range of output beam φ...
  • Page 25 Model Item VL-W1500-N VL-W1A00-N VL-W1506-N VL-W1A06-N 90V to 132V AC or 180V to 264V AC (including ± 10% voltage fluctuations) *9 Power voltage Frequency: 50/60Hz Power 100V AC 580VA or less 740VA or less consumption 200V AC 720VA or less 830VA or less Grounding method Direct earth for both the head and the controller...

  • Page 26: Outer Dimensional Drawing

    1-5 Outer Dimensional Drawing 1-5-1 Head „ VL-W1500-N, VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1506-N, VL-W1A06-N Unit: mm (280) (167) (18.5) (52) ( 7) 20.5 Description Work distance (Base position ± setting range) VL-W1500-N, VL-W1A00-N: 315 mm ± 15 mm / VL-W1506-N, VL-W1A06-N: 685 mm ± 15 mm Working field (X, Y) VL-W1500-N, VL-W1A00-N: 200 mm x 200 mm / VL-W1506-N, VL-W1A06-N: 400 mm x 400 mm Center of working field...

  • Page 27: Fiber Unit

    1-5-2 Fiber unit When the fiber unit is detached from the head Unit: mm (305) (71) • For the detaching of the fiber unit, refer to “2-3-6 Detaching / attaching the fiber unit” (P.47). ME-VLW1N-SM-1...

  • Page 28: Controller

    1-5-3 Controller „ VL-W1500-N, VL-W1506-N Unit: mm (27) (170) (29) (38) (195) 4xΦ30 „ VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1A06-N (27) (170) Unit: mm (29) (48) (237) 4xΦ30 Description Rubber feet installation screw hole (four holes on base and both side surfaces) : M5, depth 6 The rubber feet for controller can be installed on base or both side surfaces.

  • Page 29: Cables

    1-5-4 Cables „ Unit power cable Unit: mm Minimum bent radius 100mm 5500 ± 100 „ Signal cable Unit: mm Minimum bent radius 100mm 5500 ± 100 „ AC power cable (Optional item) The AC power cable is not included in this product. Use the specified optional cable or a cable with the enough rating capacity to fulfil the power voltage specification of this product, which is compliant with the regulations and standards in the country or region where it is used.

  • Page 30: Console

    1-5-5 Console „ LP-ADP40 (Discontinued) Unit: mm 80 ± 0.8 (41.5) (253) (171) (15) (55) Description Pen holder attaching nut M4, depth 6 (both left and right sides) Fixing nut (4 positions) M4, depth 6 Controller connecting cable „ LP-ADP50 (Option) (265) Unit: mm (36) 80±0.2...

  • Page 31: Name Of Each Component

    1-6 Name of Each Component 1-6-1 Head 2, 3 Laser radiation indicator The display that shows the status of laser radiation and the laser welding machine. Status Indication Being in laser emitting Orange lighted-up Being in laser pumped state and internal shutter opened Green lighted-up Being in laser pumped state and internal shutter closed White lighted-up...
  • Page 32 Fiber unit Connection part for the laser transmission from the controller to the head. The fiber unit can be detached from the head. Refer to “2-3-6 Detaching / attaching the fiber unit” (P.47). Fiber cable Laser transmission cable from the controller to the head. This cable cannot be detached from the fiber unit. Output beam diameter control dial This is the mechanical control dial to change the diameter of the output laser beam.

  • Page 33: Controller

    1-6-2 Controller „ Front VL-W1500-N, VL-W1506-N VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1A06-N Key switch: POWER The main power switch for the laser welding machine. Turn ON ( | ) the key switch to start-up the system, and turn OFF ( ○ ) to shut down the system.
  • Page 34 Laser pumping switch (with white LED): LASER SUPPLY This is the switch for starting laser pumping. LED flashes (approx. 15sec) in white when the switch is pressed, and it lights up when the laser irradiation becomes enabled. Remote switch (with white LED): REMOTE This is the switch for activating communication control and I/O control.
  • Page 35 „ Rear VL-W1500-N, VL-W1506-N VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1A06-N USB connector A (2 connectors) This is the terminal for connecting the USB media or USB mouse. For registering or saving data in the laser welding machine, connect a commercially available USB. You can also connect a USB mouse when setting by using a commercially available monitor. A USB port is also mounted on the front.
  • Page 36 DIP switch Sets the operational options of the laser welding machine. Refer to “1-6-3 DIP switch” (P.38). • A plastic cover is installed on the DIP switch. Install this cover always to avoid the dust penetration to the controller. AC power supply terminal: AC INPUT Terminal for connecting AC power supply.
  • Page 37 21. RS-232C connector for power monitoring: POWER DATA (RS-232C) Interface to monitor the laser power at lasing with a serial communication data. Refer to “6-2 Serial Data Output of Power Data” (P.130). 22. Shutter close output terminal: SHUTTER CLOSE OUT •...

  • Page 38: Dip Switch

    1-6-3 DIP switch Set the operational options of the laser welding machine with the DIP switch equipped on the controller rear side. • A plastic cover is installed on the DIP switch. Install this cover always to avoid the dust penetration to the DIP switch controller.
  • Page 39 Item Description No. 6 Select the remote mode state at powered ON. Starts up with remote mode ON Starts up with remote mode OFF • When DIP switch No. 5 is ON, keep DIP switch No. 6 OFF. • If the DIP switch No. 5 or No. 6 are turned on, construct a system for re-pumping WARNING the laser manually as safety protection measures after stop of the laser radiation due to an interlock or other safety functions.

  • Page 40: Laser Welding Machine Installation

    2 Laser Welding Machine Installation ME-VLW1N-SM-1...

  • Page 41: Installation Environment

    2-1 Installation Environment Use this product in the following environments. Item VL-W1500-N, VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1506-N, VL-W1A06-N Operating ambient temperature *1 0°C to +40°C Operating ambient humidity *1 35 to 85%RH Ambient temperature for storage *1 -10°C to +60°C *2 Protection degree *3 IP54 (Head) Pollution degree Use location...

  • Page 42: Installation Space

    2-2 Installation Space To keep the appropriate air cooling performance, provide space around the laser welding machine as shown in the following figure. „ Head 300mm 50mm 150mm 50mm „ Controller 300mm 50mm 150mm 50mm Intake Exhaust • To maintain the air-cooling performance of the laser welding machine, install both the head and controller in a well- ventilated place.

  • Page 43: Head Installation

    2-3 Head Installation • Make sure that the power is turned OFF at installing. Failure to do so may cause electrical shock. WARNING • Install the product so that the laser beam path does not cross the eye height. • The laser beam path shall be enclosed with protective enclosure and make sure it is not exposed with direct light or reflected light.

  • Page 44: Installation Method

    2-3-3 Installation method • Install the head on a durable and plane parallel plate which is made of aluminum or other material with radiation performance equivalent to that of aluminum. • For details of installation, refer to “1-5-1 Head” (P.26). •...

  • Page 45: Working Field And Center Position

    2-3-4 Working field and center position Model Specified point VL-W1500-N VL-W1A00-N VL-W1506-N VL-W1A06-N Center position of laser emission port 81.5 mm q  Center position of laser emission port 109 mm w  Work distance (base position) 315 mm 685 mm e  Work distance (setting range) ±...

  • Page 46: Lasing Position Check

    2-3-5 Lasing position check The lasing position can be checked visually by using the red guide laser. With the guide laser the following data can be indicated. Item Description Working field Displays the working field frame and center lines with the guide laser. Scanning image Displays the setting data in the file.

  • Page 47: Detaching / Attaching The Fiber Unit

    2-3-6 Detaching / attaching the fiber unit The fiber unit of this product can be removed from the head at the installation temporarily. At the delivery state, the fiber unit is connected to the head. Fiber unit • The fiber cable cannot be removed from the controller side. Trying to disconnect the controller unit from the fiber cable forcibly may cause a failure.
  • Page 48 „ Procedure for fiber unit detaching Use a hexagon wrench to loose the 4 locking screws on the fiber unit. Handhold the fiber unit and remove it from the head. • Do not remove the screws other than the specified ones. It may cause failure. •...
  • Page 49 „ Procedure for fiber unit attaching Remove the scanner unit protection cover. Keep the scanner unit protection cover for the next use. • Make sure that no foreign matter such as fingerprint, dust, grease or oil is attached to the glass inside of the head. If the glass is contaminated, blow dusts with an air duster for optics.
  • Page 50 Install the fiber unit to the head by using the positioning guide pin. Positioning guide pin • Make sure that no foreign matter such as fingerprint, dust, grease or oil is attached to the optical part of the fiber unit. If it is contaminated, blow dusts with an air duster for optics.

  • Page 51: Output Beam Diameter Control

    2-3-7 Output beam diameter control The output beam diameter at the work distance can be changed optically with turning the control dial. Use this function to adjust the laser processing quality. • The output beam diameter may not be the same with the line width at the laser scanning. The line width at the laser scanning may be defined the combination of several factors, such as the output beam diameter, target materials, laser power and scanning speed.
  • Page 52 Adjust the control dial with a flat-blade screwdriver. The red pin indicates the diameter of the output beam. • Do not turn the screw beyond the scale markings with an extra force. It may cause the product failure. Make sure that the O-ring is attached to the joint part of the cover properly.

  • Page 53: Controller Installation

    2-4 Controller Installation • Make sure that the power is turned OFF at installing. Failure to do so may cause electrical shock. • Carry the controller unit with two persons. Lifting or carrying without assistance WARNING may cause of injury. •...

  • Page 54: Connecting Laser Welding Machine

    2-5 Connecting Laser Welding Machine • Be sure to turn the power off before you conduct wiring or connection. Failure to do so may cause electrical shock. WARNING • Be sure to connect the head to the exclusive controller. It will cause exposure of laser beam and a failure if it connects with any equipment other than the exclusive controller.
  • Page 55 „ VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1A06-N Rear of head Rear of controller Description Signal cable Unit power cable I/O terminal block (14 pin): Output *1 I/O terminal block (20 pin): Input *1 Interlock connector Power data/Shutter close output terminal (If these signals are needed) Lock Ring: After inserting the connector, turn the lock ring to fix it.

  • Page 56: Power Connection And Earth (Grounding)

    2-5-2 Power connection and earth (Grounding) When connecting the power supply, be sure to perform earth (grounding) properly. Failure to do so may cause electrical shock in case of a failure or electrical leakage. Further, it may cause malfunction of the device. The power supply terminal, protective conductor terminal and frame ground terminal are located as indicated below.
  • Page 57 Connect the three wires to the terminals. The signs of “L (black)”, “N (white)” and “PE (yellow/green)” show in the cables. Connect each cable to the appropriate terminal. Screw size: M4 Tightening torque: 1.2N·m to 1.8N·m • For the AC power cable, use a cable with the enough rating capacity to fulfil the power voltage specification of this product, which is compliant with the regulations and standards in the country or region where it is used.

  • Page 58: Connection Of Display Device

    2-5-3 Connection of display device The setting data for the laser processing is configured with the display operation connected to the controller. The following display devices can be connected to the laser welding machine. Touch panel console (Optional item) q  Connect the touch panel console supplied as an optional item to the controller.
  • Page 59 „ Connection of Console • When using the console LP-ADP40 / LP-ADP50, connect the return harness to the rear of the controller. • Turn OFF the power of laser welding machine when connecting or disconnecting the console. Description Front side of controller Rear side of controller LP-ADP40 / LP-ADP50: Touch panel console Return harness...
  • Page 60 „ Connection of Monitor and Mouse • Be sure to check the operation status when using the monitor and mouse beforehand. This connection status does not warrant all operations of VGA monitor and USB mouse. • Do not take out and put in a monitor, and a mouse in being powered on. •...

  • Page 61: Installation Of Attached Software

    2-5-4 Installation of attached software The following software is stored in the attached CD-ROM “Laser Processing Utility_VL-W1”. To use these software, install the data in the CD-ROM to the commercially available PC. „ Stored data in the CD-ROM Name of software Description Logo Data Conversion Software Converts the drawing data in DXF/JPEG/BMP/HPGL formats to the laser welding...
  • Page 62 Data editing software, the USB driver may not have been installed correctly. Re-install the USB driver. • Updating the USB driver may resolve the error. The latest version of the USB driver can be downloaded from our Internet website. https://industrial.panasonic.com/ac/e/dl_center/software/ ME-VLW1N-SM-1...

  • Page 63: Construction Of System

    2-6 Construction of System The following figure shows the construction sample of the system. Description Installation and control sample Laser welding machine head ― Laser welding machine controller ― Touch panel console for laser welding ― machine setting and monitoring Protective enclosure ―...

  • Page 64: Operation Method

    3 Operation Method ME-VLW1N-SM-1...

  • Page 65: Type Of Operations

    3-1 Type of Operations The laser welding machine can be controlled by the following method: Control by the manually screen operation To irradiate the laser by the screen operation, select the control methods from the followings: • Test lasing Test lasing executes the laser radiation manually with the selected file. Use Test lasing when you want to check the lasing results while changing the setting parameters, such as during the testing to find the appropriate parameters or the maintenance work.

  • Page 66: Start-Up & Termination

    3-2 Start-up & Termination • It is obligated by IEC/FDA/JIS that laser products shall incorporate a key- actuated master control. Actuation of this product is basically controlled by the key switch located on the front of the controller. However, in considering situations when the laser welding machine is operating as a part of a larger WARNING system, the laser welding machine turns on if the key switch is already in ON...
  • Page 67 „ Termination Turn off the laser supply switch on the controller. • Under the remote control mode, turn off the laser supply by using LASER SUPPLY IN (X9) on I/O terminal or the serial communication command for the laser pumping (LSR). If you want to save the file, click “Save”.

  • Page 68: Operation By Manual Setting

    3-3 Operation by Manual Setting The setting data for the laser processing is configured with the display operation connected to the controller. It is also possible to control the laser welding machine by operating the display in test lasing or run mode operation. •...

  • Page 69: Screen Types

    3-3-2 Screen types There are “Setting” mode and “Run” mode for the operation screen of the laser welding machine. The applicable screen varies depending on this mode. • For the setting details, refer to “VL-W1 series Operation Manual”. „ Run mode Run mode is the screen mode to confirm the operating status of laser welding machine during the remote control or running operation.
  • Page 70 „ Setting mode Setting mode is the screen mode to configure the drawing data and parameters. In this mode, environment setting and data management of the laser welding machine are also done. Home Drawings • Shows drawing image. • Sets drawing data. •...
  • Page 71 File Data management • Select a setting file • Add/delete setting files and VEC/DXF files. • Set a file name • Export the backup data from the laser welding machine. • Copy a setting file to other file number. • Import the externally saved backup data to the laser welding machine.

  • Page 72: Screen Selection

    3-3-3 Screen selection The display screen is switched by clicking screen names on the right menu. Select the screen mode between Run or Setting. Depending on the selected mode, available screen buttons appear on the right menu. Screen mode selection Screen selection •...
  • Page 73 Select the screen mode to “Set” and click “Environment” - “System”. Click input field of the password. The currently set password is displayed. To change the password, input the new one and click “Set”. • To keep the current password, click “Cancel”. •...

  • Page 74: Test Lasing And Run Mode Operation

    3-3-4 Test lasing and Run mode operation To irradiate the laser by the screen operation, operate the laser welding machine in test lasing or run mode operation. „ Test lasing procedure Test lasing executes the laser radiation manually with the selected file. Set laser power, scanning speed and other parameters.

  • Page 75: Operation By External Devices

    3-4 Operation by External Devices 3-4-1 Operation method using external control device To control the laser welding machine VL-W1-N series with the external control device, the following connecting methods are applicable: External control using I/O : Remote mode operation Controls the laser welding machine from external devices such as PLC using various I/O signals loaded into the laser welding machine.

  • Page 76: Operation Procedure With External Control

    3-4-2 Operation procedure with external control „ Operation example when controlling the laser welding machine from external control devices such as PLC Turn ON key switch of laser welding machine controller Remote mode ON Refer to “3-5-3 Remote mode settings” (P.81). Control by serial communication I/O control commands...

  • Page 77: Before External Control

    3-5 Before External Control The following settings are required before the external control by using I/O or communication commands. „ Setting flow to start external control DIP switch setting • DIP switch No. 2: Select control method, I/O or command for some specific operations. •...

  • Page 78: Dip Switch Setting

    3-5-1 DIP switch setting Set the operational options for the external control with the DIP switch equipped on the controller rear side. • The initial setting of all DIP switches is OFF. • Turn OFF the power at DIP switch setting. •...
  • Page 79 When DIP switch No. 5 is OFF, select the remote mode state at powered ON with DIP switch No. 6. DIP switch No. 6 Remote mode state at powered ON Starts up with remote mode ON OFF (initial setting) Starts up with remote mode OFF •...

  • Page 80: Communication Condition Setting

    3-5-2 Communication condition setting To control the laser welding machine by using I/O or communication commands, configure the following items in advance on the environment setting screen. Select the screen mode to “Set”. Click “Environment” on the right menu and click “I/O, Com.”.

  • Page 81: Remote Mode Settings

    3-5-3 Remote mode settings To control the laser welding machine externally using I/O or serial communication commands, set the operation mode to the remote mode with one of the following methods. Select the method to switch to the remote mode by setting the DIP switch on the rear side of the controller. Use the remote switch on the front of the controller.

  • Page 82: External Control Using I/O

    4 External Control Using I/O ME-VLW1N-SM-1...

  • Page 83: I/O Control Settings

    4-1 I/O Control Settings This product has the following I/O interfaces on the rear side of the controller. VL-W1500-N, VL-W1506-N VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1A06-N Name Description I/O terminal Input and output terminals to control the laser welding machine externally. Refer to “4-2 I/O Interface Specification” (P.84). I/O connector Interlock connector 1 Input and output terminals to construct the interlock system to stop the laser...

  • Page 84: I/O Interface Specification

    4-2 I/O Interface Specification The I/O terminal block and the I/O connector are available as the external control I/O interface of this product. • I/O terminal block: Loaded with the basic input/output to control the laser welding machine. • I/O connector: Loaded with the input/output for data configuration such as selecting a file number and the input/output for the specific functions.
  • Page 85 „ Connector specifications and models Connector position Model Manufacturer name I/O terminal On the laser welding • Input: Phoenix Contact block machine side MSTBVA 2.5/20-G-5.08-LR • Output: MSTBVA 2.5/14-G-5.08-LR User side Attached accessories • Input: FKC_2.5/20-ST-5.08-LR • Output: FKC_2.5/14-ST-5.08-LR I/O connector On the laser welding ―...

  • Page 86: Signals And Details Of I/O Terminal Block

    4-2-1 Signals and details of I/O terminal block The I/O terminal block is loaded with the basic input/output to control the laser welding machine. „ List of signals Name Name 24V OUT: Internal power 24V 0V OUT: Internal power 0V IN COM.
  • Page 87 „ Input signal operation on the I/O terminal block • The ON/OFF listed in this section refers to the ON/OFF operations. It does not refer to the voltage level (High/Low). Name and description 24V OUT: Internal power supply + 24V DC (max. output current 300mA) Power for I/O control when the laser welding machine is not connected to the external control device.
  • Page 88 Name and description RESERVE: System reservation RESERVE: System reservation Do not connect externally. LASER SUPPLY IN: Laser pumping input While this input is turned on, the laser is pumped to enable the radiation. It takes approximately 15 seconds from turning on LASER SUPPLY IN to completion of laser pumping. This terminal is available when the DIP switch No.
  • Page 89 Name and description LASER STOP 1A IN LASER STOP 1B IN LASER STOP 2A IN LASER STOP 2B IN Use these terminals to stop the laser radiation or disable the laser radiation temporarily. When between LASER STOP 1A/1B IN (X14, X19) or LASER STOP 2A/2B IN (X16, X17) and OUT COM. are disconnected, the laser radiation will be disabled.
  • Page 90 „ Output signal operation on the I/O terminal block • The ON/OFF listed in this section refers to the ON/OFF operations. It does not refer to the voltage level (High/Low). Name and description 0V OUT: Internal power supply 0V Power for I/O control when the laser welding machine is not connected to the external control device. Y1 and X3 are the common terminal connected internally.
  • Page 91 Name and description READY OUT: Trigger ready output When TRIGGER IN (X6) becomes acceptable (the laser radiation becomes ready), this output turns ON. To turn on READY OUT (Y6) the following conditions are required: • No error has occurred • Laser pumping has completed •...
  • Page 92 Name and description WARNING OUT Output OFF at warning occurrence. Contents of warning are indicated by codes in file No./error code indicator of the controller. Refer to “Error Indication” (P.165) for contents of warning. ALARM OUT Output OFF at alarm occurrence. When an alarm occurs, laser supply turns OFF. Contents of alarm are indicated by codes in file No./error code indicator of the controller.

  • Page 93: Signals And Details Of I/O Connector

    4-2-2 Signals and details of I/O connector The I/O connector is loaded with the input/output for data setting such as selecting a number and the input/output for the specific functions. „ List of signals Name Name IN COM.: Input common RESERVE: System reservation SET IN D0 IN...
  • Page 94 „ Input signal operation on the I/O connector • The ON/OFF listed in this section refers to the ON/OFF operations. It does not refer to the voltage level (High/Low). Name and description IN COM.: Input common The common terminal for each input of the I/O terminal and I/O connector. This terminal and IN COM. (X2) of I/O terminal are the common terminal connected internally.
  • Page 95 Name and description Counter type to reset (SELECT 0 IN: ON) Resets the trigger count and the error count for the selected file to “0”. Set D0 IN to specify the counter type to reset and turn ON SET IN (No.2). Counter type to reset both trigger count and error count Error count...
  • Page 96 „ I/O connector output signal operation • The ON/OFF listed in this section refers to the ON/OFF operations. It does not refer to the voltage level (High/Low). Name and description SET OK OUT The output turns ON when the file No. selection or the resetting counter type selection has completed by the input of SET IN (No.

  • Page 97: Input Rating And Input Circuit

    4-2-3 Input rating and input circuit This section shows the input rating and the input circuit for the I/O terminal block input and the I/O connector input. Note that the input rating and circuit of the interlock connector are different from those shown here. Refer to “4-4-2 Input and output circuit of interlock”...

  • Page 98: Output Rating And Output Circuit

    4-2-4 Output rating and output circuit This section shows the output rating and the output circuit for the I/O terminal block output and the I/O connector output. Note that the output rating and circuit of the interlock connector, and the shutter close output terminal are different from those shown here.

  • Page 99: Connecting I/O Terminal Block

    4-3 Connecting I/O Terminal Block WARNING • Make sure that the power is turned OFF at wiring. 4-3-1 Factory default wiring The following terminals are connected by short bars at the factory default. Remove these short bars when you connect them to an external device.

  • Page 100: Connecting Common Terminals

    4-3-2 Connecting common terminals Connect IN COM.(X2) and OUT COM.(Y2) respectively to the power supply to supply power for input and output. Common terminals (IN COM. or OUT COM.) on the I/O connector and the I/O terminal block are connected internally. Supply the power to the one side of IN COM.

  • Page 101: Sensor Connection Example

    4-3-3 Sensor connection example „ Use the sensor as a lasing trigger (operate the sensor by the internal power) NPN connection 0V OUT 24V OUT OUT COM. IN COM. 0V OUT Sensor TRIGGER IN I/O terminal block PNP connection 24V OUT OUT COM.

  • Page 102: Connection Example Of Laser Stop Terminals

    4-3-4 Connection example of laser stop terminals The following terminals are used to stop the laser radiation or disable the laser radiation temporarily. When these terminals are disconnected, the laser radiation will be disabled. Between LASER STOP IN and OUT COM., an external device, such as door switch or laser stop switch can be connected. LASER STOP 1A IN (X14) ―...

  • Page 103: Checking The I/O Terminal Status

    4-3-5 Checking the I/O terminal status Check the I/O connection status and its operation using the following functions. „ I/O monitor I/O monitor indicates ON/OFF status of the I/O terminals on the laser welding machine. Open the I/O monitor with the following procedure. Select the screen mode to “Run”.

  • Page 104: Interlock Connector

    4-4 Interlock Connector Use the interlock connectors to construct the interlock system to stop laser pumping and radiation forcibly. When the connection between INTERLOCK IN (No.3) and INTERLOCK COM. (No.1) are opened, the laser pumping is turned OFF and the shutter is closed. 4-4-1 Connector type and signals „...
  • Page 105 „ Signals and details of interlock connector • INTERLOCK 1&2 IN on the interlock connector are connected to the operating coil of the internal relay in the controller. Connect INTERLOCK 1&2 IN and INTERLOCK 1&2 COM. with the non-voltage contact (dry contact) such as a relay or a switch.

  • Page 106: Input And Output Circuit Of Interlock

    4-4-2 Input and output circuit of interlock Inner circuit of laser welding machine +24V DC Pin No. 1. INTERLOCK 1 COM Safety relay Power supply for Pin No. 3. INTERLOCK 1 IN laser source 15mA Capacity: Pin No. 2. FEEDBACK 1 OUT +24V DC Pin No.

  • Page 107: Connection Of Interlock Connector

    4-4-3 Connection of interlock connector Connect each INTERLOCK IN and INTERLOCK COM. with the non-voltage contact (relay output terminal etc.) of the safety devices such as door, switch or safety PLC. • INTERLOCK 1&2 IN on the interlock connector are connected to the operating coil of the internal relay in the controller. Connect INTERLOCK IN (No.3) and INTERLOCK COM.

  • Page 108: Shutter Close Output

    4-5 Shutter Close Output To monitor the shutter close state, independent double output signals of SHUTTER CLOSE 1 OUT and SHUTTER CLOSE 2 OUT are equipped on the controller. Connect these signals to the external safety control unit to ensure the shutter status of the laser system. 4-5-1 Shutter close output terminal Shutter close output terminal is equipped on the rear side of the controller.

  • Page 109: Output Circuit

    4-5-2 Output circuit Item Specifications Output form NPN/PNP photo-coupler (insulated output) Protection function for short-circuit None Max. output current 50mA Max. applied voltage +30V DC Residual voltage +2.0V DC or less Pin No.1: SHUTTER CLOSE OUT COM. Pin No.2: SHUTTER CLOSE 1 OUT Pin No.3: SHUTTER CLOSE 2 OUT „...

  • Page 110: Connecting Sample Of Shutter Close Output

    4-5-3 Connecting sample of shutter close output Laser welding machine Safety PLC, etc. *1 Shutter close output terminal NPN connection: 0 V PNP connection: 24 V 1. SHUTTER CLOSE OUT COM. SHUTTER CLOSE MONITOR 2. SHUTTER CLOSE 1 OUT SHUTTER CLOSE MONITOR 3.

  • Page 111: Basic Control Timing Chart

    4-6 Basic Control Timing Chart • ON/OFF on the timing chart refers to ON/OFF operations. It does not refer to the voltage level (High/Low). • In the following timing charts, the timing of output operation corresponding to the each input has a small delay of 0 ms or more.
  • Page 112 Item Time Remarks Approx. 75 sec. It is the system startup time. Turn ON the remote mode upon verifying SYSTEM STANDBY OUT (Y4). Approx. 15 sec. It is the time from turning on LASER SUPPLY IN (X9) to completion of laser pumping. Around 200ms to SHUTTER OPEN OUT (Y10) and SHUTTER CLOSE 1&2 OUT (Shutter close output max.

  • Page 113: Shutter Open/Close

    4-6-2 Shutter open/close LASER SUPPLY IN (X9) TRIGGER IN (X6) SHUTTER ENABLE IN (X11) ON (Open) SHUTTER IN (X10) OFF (Close) ON (Open) SHUTTER OPEN OUT (Y10) OFF (Close) ON (Close) SHUTTER CLOSE 1 OUT OFF (Open) ON (Close) SHUTTER CLOSE 2 OUT OFF (Open) READY OUT (Y6) LASING OUT (Y7)

  • Page 114: Lasing Trigger Input: Single Trigger

    4-6-3 Lasing trigger input: Single trigger When the trigger mode is set to “single trigger” in the file option screen, one lasing operation is executed by the edge of turning on of TRIGGER IN (X6). READY OUT (Y6) TRIGGER IN (X6) Interrupt lasing LASING OUT (Y7)

  • Page 115: Lasing Trigger Input: Continuous Trigger

    4-6-4 Lasing trigger input: Continuous trigger When the trigger mode is set to “continuous trigger” in the file option screen, lasing operation is repeated while TRIGGER IN (X6) is on. READY OUT (Y6) TRIGGER IN (X6) Interrupt lasing LASING OUT (Y7) T3 + T4 T3 + T4 Lasing operation...

  • Page 116: Guide Laser Radiation Input

    4-6-5 Guide laser radiation input SHUTTER ENABLE IN (X11) SHUTTER IN (X10) SELECT 0-2 IN (No.20-22) GUIDE IN (No.26) READY OUT (Y6) ON (Open) SHUTTER OPEN OUT (Y10) OFF (Close) ON (Close) SHUTTER CLOSE 1 OUT SHUTTER CLOSE 2 OUT OFF (Open) Item Time...

  • Page 117: Select File

    4-6-6 Select file SELECT 0-2 IN (No.20-22) File File D0 - D10 IN (No.3-13) number B number A SET IN (No.2) TRIGGER IN (X6) File number A File number B READY OUT (Y6) ready ready File LASING OUT (Y7) number A LASING END OUT (Y8) SET OK OUT (No.36)

  • Page 118: Trigger Counter Reset Input

    4-6-7 Trigger counter reset input TRIGGER IN (X6) SELECT 0-2 IN (No.20-22) D0 IN (No.3) SET IN (No.2) READY OUT (Y6) LASING OUT (Y7) LASING END OUT (Y8) SET OK OUT (No.36) Item Time Remarks 10 ms or more Keep the ON status for 10 ms or more. 20 to 510 ms One-shot output.

  • Page 119: Laser Stop 1 Input

    4-6-8 Laser stop 1 input If LASER STOP 1A/1B IN (X14, X19) is released when laser is not radiating, the shutter is closed keeping the laser pumping on. If LASER STOP 1A/1B IN (X14, X19) is released when laser is radiating, the laser pumping is turned off, and the shutter is closed.

  • Page 120: Laser Stop 2 Input

    4-6-9 Laser stop 2 input If LASER STOP 2A/2B IN (X16, X17) is released, the laser pumping is turned off and the shutter is closed, regardless of whether or not the laser is radiating. Refer to “Laser welding machine operation when functions for safety measures are input”...

  • Page 121: Interlock Input

    4-6-10 Interlock input If interlock is opened, the laser pumping is turned off and the shutter is closed, regardless of whether or not the laser is radiating. Refer to “Laser welding machine operation when functions for safety measures are input” (P.92). LASER SUPPLY IN (X9) SHUTTER ENABLE IN (X11) SHUTTER IN (X10)

  • Page 122: External Control By Communication Commands

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  • Page 123: Serial Communication Interfaces

    5-1 Serial Communication Interfaces This product has the following serial communication interfaces on the rear side of the controller. VL-W1500-N, VL-W1506-N VL-W1A00-N, VL-W1A06-N Item Description RS-232C port for external Interfaces to control the laser welding machine by using serial communication control commands.

  • Page 124: Rs-232C For External Control

    5-2 RS-232C for External Control • For the details of RS-232C for power monitoring, refer to “6-2 Serial Data Output of Power Data” (P.130). 5-2-1 Interface specifications and connection To execute command communication control with RS-232C, connect the RS-232C port on the rear of the controller to the external control device.

  • Page 125: Communication Conditions

    „ Connecting to external control devices • To connect the laser welding machine to the PC for control, use a commercially available RS-232C cross cable. • In case of connecting to PLC, a type of the cable (straight or cross) differs depending on a manufacturer or a model. Please follow the PLC manual.

  • Page 126: Laser Power Monitoring Function

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  • Page 127: Laser Power Monitoring Details

    6-1 Laser Power Monitoring Details 6-1-1 Overview of laser power monitoring This is the function to measure the laser power in watt during the lasing operation automatically and output the results by the serial communication data. With the setting of warning threshold of laser power or laser energy, POWER WARNING OUT (Y11) on I/O terminal turns on when the measured value is out of the threshold.
  • Page 128 • The laser power data is output regardless the remote mode ON/OFF state of the laser welding machine. • The power monitor function is a function to monitor fluctuations in the output laser power. The measurement results by the power monitor function may have max. ± 3.6W* difference from the laser power setting results. * There may be a max.

  • Page 129: Timing Chart Of Power Data Output

    6-1-2 Timing chart of power data output READY OUT (Y6) TRIGGER IN (X6) LASING OUT (Y7) LASING END OUT (Y8) 100W Upper limit *1 Power data Lower limit *1 output RS-232C for power monitoring Power/Energy response data ON (Normal) POWER WARNING OUT (Y11) OFF (Error) ON (Normal)

  • Page 130: Serial Data Output Of Power Data

    6-2 Serial Data Output of Power Data Here describes the communication setting and details to output the measurement result of the laser power with serial data. 6-2-1 RS-232C connector for power monitoring On the laser welding User side (male) machine side (female) Rear of controller Connector position Connector specifications...

  • Page 131: Communication Conditions For Power Monitoring

    „ Connecting to external control devices • If you connect the laser welding machine to the PC for control, use a commercially available RS-232C straight cable. • In case of connecting to PLC, a type of the cable (straight or cross) differs depending on a manufacturer or a model. Please follow the PLC manual.

  • Page 132: Communication Sequence

    6-2-3 Communication sequence „ Communication sequence of setting/readout request data When the requested data was received normally from the external device, the laser welding machine transmits response data for normal receiving to the setting request data and transmits readout data to the readout request data. When the request data cannot be accepted, the laser welding machine transmits response data for abnormal receiving.
  • Page 133 „ Communication sequence for the power data output The laser welding machine transmits the laser power or laser energy automatically with the following timing: • When the serial data output of laser power [W] is allowed, the response data is transmitted during the lasing operation at the setting intervals (10 ms or 100 ms).

  • Page 134: Communication Data Format

    6-2-4 Communication data format Use the ASCII code for the communication data when monitoring the laser power with the serial communication data. The characters enclosed with double quotation marks (“ ”) in the description below indicate the ASCII code. The characters enclosed with [ ] indicate the control characters.
  • Page 135 „ Setting request / Readout response of power output mode Select the output mode of the power data. When using the serial data output, set the output mode by this command every time after powered up of the laser welding machine.
  • Page 136 „ Response data format for abnormal receiving Response data to transmit when the request data are not acceptable. The error cause is indicated with the sub response code. Start code Response code Sub response code Delimiter “@” “NG” “01”–“99” [CR] 1 Byte 2 Byte 2 Byte...
  • Page 137 „ Response data for laser power When the serial data output of laser power [W] is allowed at the power output mode setting, the following response data is transmitted during the lasing operation at the setting intervals (10 ms or 100 ms). Start code Command Delimiter...
  • Page 138 „ Response data for laser energy When the serial data output of laser energy [mJ] is allowed at the power output mode setting, the following response data is transmitted at the end of the lasing operation (after LASING END OUT turns on). Start code Command Delimiter...

  • Page 139: Maintenance

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  • Page 140: Maintenance Items

    7-1 Maintenance Items Listed below are typical parts that require cleaning or replacement depending on the usage environment or duration of service of the laser welding machine. Some parts are maintainable by the customer, and other parts are required to be repaired or replaced by our service representative, depending on the types of parts and the defects.

  • Page 141: Maintenance Details Of Parts

    7-2 Maintenance Details of Parts • Maintenance work must be conducted with the power to the laser welding machine turned OFF, and the AC power cable disconnected. Doing so may cause exposure to the laser beam or electrical shock. WARNING •...

  • Page 142: Replacement Of The Protection Glass

    7-2-2 Replacement of the protection glass In case that any contamination that cannot be cleaned adhering to the protection glass of laser emission port or any damage on the glass surface, replace the protection glass according to the following procedure. „...

  • Page 143: Air Filter

    7-2-3 Air filter One air filter is placed in the air-cooling area of the controller. „ Effect from deterioration The air filter soiled with dust may reduce the cooling effect of the air-cooling fan. This may cause the performance to degrade, or failure of the laser welding machine.

  • Page 144: Air-Cooling Fan And Intake Vent

    7-2-4 Air-cooling fan and intake vent The air-cooling fans are equipped on the controller. If any dust adhered onto the fans or intake vent may decrease the cooling performance and cause the performance to degrade, or failure of the laser welding machine. Clean them regularly according to the usage environment.

  • Page 145: Cleaning Of Head

    7-2-5 Cleaning of head Natural-cooling system is used in the head, thus the cooling effect will significantly drop if dust or oil is adhered to the surface. Clean the head surface according to the operation Heat sink environment. • Do not clean the laser radiation indicator with alcohol. It may cause deformation, alteration or breakage of the indicator.

  • Page 146: Laser Oscillator

    7-2-7 Laser oscillator A fiber laser oscillator is installed in the controller. The laser beam output from the oscillator is delivered through the fiber cable to the head. The laser is scanned and focused in the head and emitted to the target materials. „...
  • Page 147 „ Confirm laser output (Daily inspection) Confirm the laser output regularly in order to maintain consistent laser processing quality. The laser output should be measured with a commercially available meter using the following steps: • It is also possible to check the approximate laser power by using the laser power monitoring function. To control the laser power with higher accuracy, measure the power regularly by using the commercially available power meter.
  • Page 148 To confirm the lasing position to the detector of the power meter, click “GUIDE LASER”. Confirm the work distance value shown in guide laser screen is set to the base position * and then select the mode to “Work distance”. * : VL-W1500-N / VL-W1A00-N: 315 mm VL-W1506-N / VL-W1A06-N: 685 mm Click “START”.

  • Page 149: Galvano Scanner

    Click “STOP” to stop laser radiation. Check the measurement results of the power meter. If the power decays lower than the initial status, correct the laser power setting value using the “System Offset” parameter of the “Environment Setting” screen. Setting range of laser power correction: 50 to 200 [%] Example: If the measured power is 35W though the setting power is 36W (about 3% lower than the expected power), set...

  • Page 150: Internal Shutter

    7-2-9 Internal shutter The internal shutter is opened and closed by the rotary solenoid to shut off the path of laser beam. „ Effect from deterioration When the rotation torque of the rotary solenoid declines, the opening/closing speed of the internal shutter is decreased or the shutter may not work.

  • Page 151: Replacement Of Fuse

    7-2-11 Replacement of fuse Replace fuse of the controller when blowing. The power of the laser welding machine cannot be turned on if the fuse is blown. „ Models of replacement parts Be sure to use the following type of fuse: If the user applies any other fuses than the specified one, failure might result. Type Model Time lag fuse (Rating 250V 10A)

  • Page 152: Obtaining Backup Data

    7-3 Obtaining Backup Data Data in the laser welding machine can be backed up and restored to the other laser welding machine. Obtain and keep a backup of data registered in the laser welding machine periodically in case of replacing laser welding machines for repairing and maintaining purposes.

  • Page 153: Serial No. Checking Method

    7-4 Serial No. Checking Method Notify our sales office or representatives of the laser processing welding serial No. for inspection or repair. The head and controller is delivered with the same serial numbers. „ Check it on laser welding machine The serial No.

  • Page 154: Disposal Of Laser Welding Machine

    7-5 Disposal of Laser Welding Machine To dispose of the laser welding machine, in accordance with the regional regulation, please request the industrial waste disposer. Dispose of the laser welding machine as industrial waste, and never discard it with regular trash. •...
  • Page 155 „ Detaching method of batteries In case of disposal of this product in the European Union, remove the battery with the following procedures and segregate it properly in accordance with the EU Battery Directive (2006/66/EC). • When detaching the exhausted battery, be sure to disconnect the AC power WARNING cable so that the power cannot be supplied to the device.

  • Page 156: Troubleshooting

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  • Page 157: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If any operation errors occur, check items below. When the problems cannot be resolved, please contact our sales office or representatives. „ Start-up Troubles Causes Measures Power cable is not connected. Connect the power supply cable. Key switch is not turned on. Turn on the key switch.
  • Page 158 „ Display/Configuration Troubles Causes Measures Laser welding machine has not been See remedial action against “Start-up”. started. Cable of the touch panel is not Check that the cable is connected to connector Touch panel console connected. [CONSOLE] on front of controller. shows nothing.
  • Page 159 „ Lasing operation Troubles Causes Measures Remove obstacle between laser emission port of Obstacle hinders laser beam. laser welding machine head and object. Adjust distance between bottom surface of laser Distance to object is not appropriate. welding machine head and target surface of Laser processing cannot object.
  • Page 160 „ Lasing quality Troubles Causes Measures Refer to the “Maintenance” in Setup/Maintenance Guide and clean contaminants off the laser emission port. Laser emission port is not clean. If contaminants persist, replace laser emission port protective glass. Contact our sales office. Fumes occurring during lasing hinder •...
  • Page 161 Troubles Causes Measures • Fix head with the specified torque. Head lacks fixation strength. • Improve strength of head mounting. Constant vibration from surrounding equipment (motor and press, etc.) influences. Perform vibration prevention measures. There are irregular vibrations coming from surrounding equipment (air cylinder and forklift, etc.).
  • Page 162 „ External control Troubles Causes Measures Laser welding machine is not Select the remote mode by following the procedure indicated in in remote mode. Setup/Maintenance Guide. • Check connections with external equipment for mis- The connection with external connection, disconnection or contact failure due to any loose devices is inadequate.
  • Page 163 Troubles Causes Measures An error occurs. Check the error code and cancel the alarm or warning. Lasing operation is in Do not input the next lasing trigger until the lasing operation is progress. completed. Turn ON the laser supply. Laser supply is turned OFF. If the laser pumping fails, refer to “Laser pumping”...
  • Page 164 Troubles Causes Measures To control the following commands with the serial communication, turn ON DIP switch No. 2 and restart the laser The requested operation welding machine. can be controlled only by I/ • Laser pumping (LSR) O with the current DIP switch •...

  • Page 165: Error Indication

    Error Indication When an error occurs, an error code appears on the front panel of the laser welding machine controller. Errors are categorized into alarm and warning depending on their details. This chapter describes the details and measures of errors. Alarm Errors that occur when highly emergent safety function is activated or there is any abnormality in laser welding machine are output as alarm.
  • Page 166 ERROR CODE Description Measures *1 • Check and correct the power status. Laser error. • Check if the AC power line is effected by noise. • Failure of laser oscillator is detected. • Check the connection of the cables and •...
  • Page 167 ERROR CODE Description Measures *1 Internal system error occurs in the laser welding E420 - E443 machine. Check the connection of the cables and signal lines, and then restart the laser welding machine. Internal memory error occurs in the laser welding E451 - E456 machine.

  • Page 168: Warning

    Warning Errors that notify of that the setting data are incorrect or laser radiation conditions are not met are output as warnings. Lasing cannot be started while any warning is active. Laser pumping maintains the state before the warning. „ Release method of warning 1.
  • Page 169 ERROR Description Measures * CODE • Change Data compile mode to “Runtime” in File option Precompiled mode is not available for this E613 menu. drawing data. • To use Precompiled mode, speed up scanning speed. • To use SEO command, change Data compile mode to SEO command is not available with “Runtime”...
  • Page 170 ERROR Description Measures * CODE • Make sure that the trigger ready output is ON and input to the TRIGGER IN terminal. • Do not input the lasing trigger while the lasing output is Invalid input of lasing trigger because •...

  • Page 171: Index

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  • Page 172 Key switch ………………………………………… AC power cable ………………………………… Air filter …………………………………………… 143 Laser emission port …………………………… 141 Alarm ……………………………………………… 165 Laser oscillator …………………………………… 146 Alarm reset switch ……………………………… Laser pointer emission port …………………… Laser Processing Utility_VL-W1 ……………… Laser pumping switch …………………………… Backup ……………………………………………...
  • Page 173 Unit power cable ………………………………… USB connector ………………………………… 34, 35 VGA connector…………………………………… Warning …………………………………………… 168 Work distance …………………………………… Working field ………………………………… 45, 46 ME-VLW1N-SM-1...
  • Page 174 MEMO ME-VLW1N-SM-1...
  • Page 176 Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX Co., Ltd. https://panasonic.net/id/pidsx/global Please visit our website for inquiries and about our sales network. © Panasonic Industrial Devices SUNX Co., Ltd. 2023 October, 2023...

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