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The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by ABB. ABB assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this manual. Except as may be expressly stated anywhere in this manual, nothing herein shall be construed as any kind of guarantee or warranty by ABB for losses, damages to persons or property, fitness for a specific purpose or the like.
Transporting and handling .................. 2.3.1 Lifting the controller cabinet ..............2.3.2 Unpacking the controller ................On-site installation .................... 2.4.1 Required installation space, IRC5 Controller ..........2.4.2 Bolting down the controller ............... 2.4.3 Transportation screws ................2.4.4 Mounting the FlexPendant holder ...............
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Installation of external enabling device ............2.9.3 Installation of Local I/O devices ..............2.9.4 Installation of DeviceNet I/O, Gateways and encoder interface units, IRC5 ..2.9.5 Installation of cooling fan harness axis 1 and 2 ..........2.9.6 Installation of the option Hot plug ...............
• repair personnel. Prerequisites Maintenance/repair/installation personnel working with an ABB Robot must: • be trained by ABB and have the required knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation/repair/maintenance work. References Reference Document ID Operating manual - Emergency safety information...
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Manipu- lator cables on page 314. • Article number for DeviceNet Slave (DSQC 1004) changed. See Definition of fieldbuses, IRC5 on page 114 • Added information about labels on the controller, see Safety symbols on controller labels on page •...
Product documentation Categories for user documentation from ABB Robotics The user documentation from ABB Robotics is divided into a number of categories. This listing is based on the type of information in the documents, regardless of whether the products are standard or optional.
ABB Ltd and its entities are not liable for damages and/or losses related to such security breaches, any unauthorized access, interference, intrusion, leakage and/or theft of data or information.
Limitation of liability Any information given in this manual regarding safety must not be construed as a warranty by ABB that the industrial robot will not cause injury or damage even if all safety instructions are complied with. The information does not cover how to design, install and operate a complete system, nor does it cover all peripheral equipment that can influence the safety of the entire system.
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Unauthorized modifications of the originally delivered robot are prohibited. Without the consent of ABB, it is forbidden to attach additional parts through welding, riveting, or drilling of new holes into the castings. The strength of the robot could be affected.
• CCF (Common Cause Failures) – better than 65 scores according to Annex Performance level for ABB IRC5 controller To verify that robots and controller comply with at least PL d a self assessment has been carried out and documented in a Technical Report. The essential conclusions are accounted for below.
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EN ISO 13849-1 Annex C, D and E resulting in the values as specified in the following table. See the SISTEMA/ABB FSDT libraries for details of the safety functions. IRC5 Single and IRC5 Panel Mounted Controller Safety function...
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1.35x10E-07 Conclusion according to EN ISO 13849-1:2015 The IRC5 controller safety system has a safety category 3 with performance level PL d according to EN ISO 13849-1 using the simplified method of chapter 4.5.4 of EN ISO 13849-1 and thus fulfils the safety performance requirement of the robot safety standard EN ISO 10218-1.
As defined in IEC 60204, a controlled stop with power available to the machine actuators to achieve the stop and then removal of power when the stop is achieved. In IRC5 this is implemented by removing power in the drive units after about 1 second using the servos to stop the machine.
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Emergency stop must not be used for protective stop or program stop as this causes extra, unnecessary wear on the robot. For how to perform program stops, see Operating manual - IRC5 with FlexPendant. Depending on selected options for the robot, the number of emergency stops can vary.
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ABB is not liable for damages caused by the use of non-original spare parts and special equipment. ABB is not liable for damages or injuries caused by unauthorized modifications to the robot.
1.3.6 Make sure that all mode selector keys are kept safe Description The key for the mode selector on the IRC5 controller is designed to work with all mode switches on all IRC5 controllers, unless unique keys are ordered. To prevent misuse, it is the responsibility of the robot owner to make sure that all keys only are accessible to authorized personnel.
General The ABB IRC5 controller has all components in one cabinet. xx1300000607 Note When replacing a unit in the controller, report the following data to ABB, for both the replaced unit and the replacement unit: • the serial number •...
How to connect buses, for example Devi- ceNet, is detailed in the respective applic- ation manual. How to connect I/O units to the IRC5 con- troller is detailed in section Installation of DeviceNet I/O, Gateways and encoder in- terface units, IRC5 on page 130.
2.3 Transporting and handling 2.3.1 Lifting the controller cabinet Lifting device Use the two lifting eyes or a fork lift when lifting the IRC5 controller, as shown below. The following figure shows the maximum angle between the lifting straps when lifting the controller.
Note If the controller is going to be stored before unpacking and installation, read the following information regarding storage conditions. Storage conditions The table below shows the recommended storage conditions for the IRC5 controller: Parameter Value Min. ambient temperature -25°C (-13°F) Max.
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2 Installation and commissioning 2.3.2 Unpacking the controller Continued Protection class The table below shows the protection classes for the IRC5 controller and the FlexPendant: Equipment Protection class IRC5 controller electronics IP54 IRC5 controller air cooling ducts IP33 FlexPendant IP54...
2.4 On-site installation 2.4.1 Required installation space, IRC5 Controller Dimensions The figure below shows the required installation space for the IRC5 controller. xx0500001848 Note The free space on the right hand side of the controller is required to allow opening the door a full 180°...
2.5.1 Connectors on the controller 2.5 Connections 2.5.1 Connectors on the controller General The following section describes the connectors on the front panel of the IRC5 controller. CAUTION Always inspect the connector for dirt or damage before connecting it to the controller.
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IEC 61000-5-2. For details of cross-sectional area of PE refer to IEC 60204-1. Grounding installation For information on how to install the ground for the IRC5 controller cabinet, see Connecting power supply to the controller on page For information on how to install the ground for the manipulator, see the corresponding product manual.
PE and an N conductor. xx1700001311 xx1700001310 Not recommended power supply systems The following systems are not recommended by ABB: TT system (separate ground rods) Resistance grounded secondary system If this kind of system must be used, the If this kind of system must be used, the...
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TT system (separate ground rods) Resistance grounded secondary system xx1700001312 xx1700001313 Not allowed power supply systems The following systems are not allowed by ABB: Un-symmetric system IT system (ungrounded secondary) These transformers provide un-symmetric The voltage between phases and ground is phase voltages with respect to ground.
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B Secondary/output Mains line filter The IRC5 controller option 129-1 Prepared for CE labelling consists of a mains line filter (3HAC024322-001) to prevent emissions to the incoming power. A mains line filter in each robot cabinet is required for any of the below conditions: •...
2.5.7 Connecting a FlexPendant 2.5.7 Connecting a FlexPendant Location of FlexPendant connector The FlexPendant connector on the IRC5 controller is located on the operator’s panel on the controller, or on an external operator’s panel. CAUTION Always inspect the connector for dirt or damage before connecting it to the controller.
FlexPendant. Only press the hot plug button while connecting or disconnecting the FlexPendant. WARNING A disconnected FlexPendant must always be stored separated from the IRC5 controller! Connect and disconnect the FlexPendant using the hot plug button The following procedure describes how to connect or disconnect the FlexPendant on a system in automatic mode using the hot plug button option.
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Some network services, like FTP and RobotStudio, are enabled by default. Other services are enabled by the respective RobotWare application. Note The WAN port cannot use any of the following IP-addresses which are allocated for other functions on the IRC5 controller: • 192.168.125.0 - 255 •...
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2.5.9 Connectors on the computer unit Continued LAN 2 can only be used as private network to the IRC5 controller. Isolated LAN 3 or LAN 3 as part of the private network (only for RobotWare 6.01 and later) The default configuration is that LAN 3 is configured as an isolated network. This allows LAN 3 to be connected to an external network, including other robot controllers.
Stop with system input signals In the control system, it is possible to define system input signals to be set/reset through different interactions, for example, through networks, I/O blocks, RobAPI, etc. See Application manual - Controller software IRC5. Pre-defined system input Description...
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\Sup: the robot will continue to the ToPoint. If more than one search hit is found, an error will be repor- ted. RAPID instructions valid for IRC5 are described in Technical reference manual - RAPID Instructions, Functions and Data types. Other unexpected stops Type of stop...
A controller that handles several robots or an application that requires more than three external axes needs extra drive modules (one drive module per robot). Up to four drive modules can be used, including the one assembled in the IRC5 controller.
2.5.17 Connection of servo disconnect, by servo power switch 2.5.17 Connection of servo disconnect, by servo power switch General The IRC5 controller is pre-wired to accept a customer servo disconnect. Note Due to risk of voltage drop, the switch to the servo disconnect circuit should not be mounted more than 50 meters from the Drive Module.
Circuit diagram Circuit diagrams on page 325. Note The parts needs to be ordered separately from ABB and are not part of an option package. Procedure The following procedure details how to connect a Limit switch override circuit in the controller.
2.6 Drive system 2.6.1 Drive functions, general General The robot is powered by power electronics found in the IRC5 controller. This also includes power electronics for driving additional axes. Standard configurations The drive system is available in different sizes depending on which robot to drive and other power requirements.
2.6.2 Configuration of the drive system General The IRC5 Controller contains one Main Drive Unit and up to three Additional Drive Units, and in some cases an Additional Rectifier Unit. The allowed combinations of these, depending on the robot type, is specified below.
2.7 Memory functions 2.7.1 Memory functions General The controller is fitted with an SD-card memory containing ABB Boot Application software. The SD-card memory is located inside the computer unit. For more information on how to replace the SD-card memory, see...
2.7.2 Connecting a USB memory 2.7.2 Connecting a USB memory Handling USB Handling of USB memory is described in Operating manual - IRC5 with FlexPendant. Location on FlexPendant The location of the USB port on the FlexPendant is shown by the following...
2.8 I/O system 2.8.1 Definition of fieldbuses, IRC5 General The IRC5 Controller may be fitted with a number of different fieldbus adapters and fieldbus master/slave boards. In the standard form, no fieldbus is mounted to the controller. Fieldbus master/slave boards On the main computer unit there are slots available for installing a master/slave board.
2.8.3 DeviceNet I/O units 2.8.3 DeviceNet I/O units General The IRC5 controller may be fitted with DeviceNet I/O or encoder units. These are configured in an identical way. The IRC5 controller is prepared for up to four DeviceNet I/O units or encoder interfaces units.
2 Installation and commissioning 2.9.1 Installation of external operator's panel, IRC5 2.9 Installation of add-ons 2.9.1 Installation of external operator's panel, IRC5 Overview External operator’s panels can be either simply a panel or a panel box. See illustrations below. Note When ordering the external operator's panel as an add-on, the external operator's panel is delivered empty together with labels and blanking plugs.
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2 Installation and commissioning 2.9.1 Installation of external operator's panel, IRC5 Continued External operator’s panel box (option 733-4) xx1000000954 Wall cabinet Front panel Blanking plug for FlexPendant Blanking plug for actuator red Emergency stop button Motor ON button Mode switch...
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2 Installation and commissioning 2.9.1 Installation of external operator's panel, IRC5 Continued Procedure The procedure below details how to install the external control panel. Action Info/Illustration DANGER Before commencing any work inside the cabinet, please observe the safety informa- tion in section...
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2 Installation and commissioning 2.9.1 Installation of external operator's panel, IRC5 Continued Action Info/Illustration Connect the signal connectors A21.X9 and A21.X10 to the connector X9 and X10 on the panel board unit. Strap the cabling to the existing cable strapping inside the controller.
2.9.2 Installation of external enabling device Overview IRC5 is delivered with one enabling device but have the possibility to connect one additional external enabling device (cannot be ordered from ABB Robotics). When an external enabling device is used together with the three-position enabling device on the teach pendant, both enabling devices must be enabled to be able to operate the manipulator in manual mode.
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2 Installation and commissioning 2.9.2 Installation of external enabling device Continued with IRC5’s enabling device chain is above 55 years. See safety related performance for the enabling device chain below. Performance of IRC5 original enabling device chain The safety-related performance of the enabling device chain, without the external enabling device, is as follows: •...
2 Installation and commissioning 2.9.4 Installation of DeviceNet I/O, Gateways and encoder interface units, IRC5 2.9.4 Installation of DeviceNet I/O, Gateways and encoder interface units, IRC5 Location The DeviceNet I/O units, Gateway or encoder interface units to be installed are shown in the illustration below.
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2 Installation and commissioning 2.9.4 Installation of DeviceNet I/O, Gateways and encoder interface units, IRC5 Continued Fitting The procedure below details how to fit the units. Action Note/Illustration DANGER Before commencing any work inside the cabinet, please observe the safety inform-...
2.9.11 Installation of additional drive units General The following sections describes the standard installation of additional drive units. For more complex configurations please contact ABB. For information about additional axes, see Application manual - Additional axes and stand alone controller.
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Only for small robots with low voltage system. Install the XS7 additional axes power con- nector and gasket to the front panel of the IRC5 controller and connect the ground cable. Connect the additional axes brake harness The additional axes brake harness con-...
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Connect the Ethernet cable between the main drive unit (A41.1) and the additional drive unit (A41.3). Install the XS41 additional axes SMB con- nector to the front panel of the IRC5 control- Note ler and plug in the connector to the axis computer (A42).
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Before any work inside the cabinet, please observe the safety information in section Make sure that the main power has been switched off on page Install the additional drive units in the IRC5 controller. xx1400000272 A Additional drive unit 1...
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(A41.1) and the additional drive units (A41.4 and A41.5). Install the XS41 additional axes SMB con- nector to the front panel of the IRC5 control- Note ler and plug in the connector to the axis computer (A42).
2.9.12 Installation of additional Drive Module General To be able to use a MultiMove system or to control more than 3 additional axes, an additional Drive Module is needed. The IRC5 Controller is prepared for up to three additional Drive Modules. xx0400001042 For more information about installing additional Drive Modules, see Application manual - MultiMove.
Inspection The procedure below describes how to inspect the IRC5 controller. WARNING Please observe the following before commencing any repair work on the IRC5 controller, or units connected to the controller: • Switch off all electric power supplies with the power switch! •...
If the procedure in general is the same, it is mentioned in each procedure where the part is located in the IRC5 controller. If there are significant differences, both the IRC5 controller and the drive module configurations are shown.
4.5 Replacement of backup energy bank 4.5 Replacement of backup energy bank Location The illustration below shows the location of the backup energy bank in the IRC5 controller. The backup energy bank is located behind the main computer attachment plate.
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The procedure below details how to remove the computer unit. Note If possible, do a backup of the system before removing the computer unit. For information on how to do a backup see Operating manual - IRC5 with FlexPendant. Action...
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The procedure below describes how to refit the computer unit. Note After replacing the main computer, the RobotWare system can be reset. It is then necessary to restore a backup. For information on how to restore a backup see Operating manual - IRC5 with FlexPendant. Action Note/illustration DANGER...
Slot for SD-card memory SD-card memory Note Only use SD-card memory supplied by ABB. Note The SD-card from the computer unit DSQC1018 cannot be used in the computer unit DSQC1024. Use the backup and restore function to move data from DSQC1018 to DSQC1024.
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Lift the bleeder slightly and push it in to release the attachments. Lift the bleeder straight up. If the IRC5 controller uses an Additional Rectifier Unit, an extra ARU bleeder is mounted on the MDU bleeder. Remove the attachment screws and re- move the ARU bleeder from the MDU bleeder.
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Make sure that the main power has been switched off on page If the IRC5 controller uses an Additional Rectifier Unit, an extra ARU bleeder is required. Attach the mounting brackets for ARU bleeder on the MDU bleeder.
In all repair and maintenance instructions, weights of the components handled are sometimes specified. All components exceeding 22 kg (50 lbs) are high-lighted in this way. To avoid injury, ABB recommends the use of lifting equipment when handling components with a weight exceeding 22 kg. Example...
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