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  • Page 1 User guide H-5800-3693-02-A RenAM 500Q/T/D/S additive manufacturing system ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2 This document may not be copied or reproduced in whole or in part, or transferred to any other media or language, by any means, without the prior written permission of Renishaw. The publication of material within this document does not imply freedom from the patent rights of Renishaw plc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Contents Chapter 1 – Before you begin Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 1 .1 Disclaimer .
  • Page 4 Contents H-5800-3693 Chapter 4 – Introduction Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1 4 .1 Summary .
  • Page 5 5 .4 .1 .1 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S front view – safety functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 6 6 .5 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S rear view with rear right-hand cupboard door open . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 7 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 8 .5 Main computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4 8 .6 System software .
  • Page 8 Contents H-5800-3693 Chapter 9 – Ancillaries Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1 9 .1 ATEX vacuum cleaner –...
  • Page 9 AB-005 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system – Power-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 10 11 .3 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S preventative maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 11 PM-003 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S safety devices – Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-3 PM-004 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system hoses and coolant system – Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-4 PM-004-01 –...
  • Page 12 Contents H-5800-3693 PM-015 – Vacuum pump gas ballast valve filter – Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-14 PM-030 –...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 - Before You Begin

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 1 – Before you begin Introduction This chapter contains the disclaimers, trade marks, warranty and changes to equipment statements that form part of the standard Renishaw terms and conditions . Issue 02-A...

  • Page 14: Disclaimer

    ARISING, FOR ANY INACCURACIES IN THIS DOCUMENT. 1.2 Trade marks RENISHAW and the probe symbol used in the RENISHAW logo are registered trade marks of Renishaw plc in the United Kingdom and other countries. apply innovation and names and designations of other Renishaw products and technologies are trade marks of Renishaw plc or its subsidiaries.

  • Page 15: Patents

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 1.5 Patents Features of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S additive manufacturing system, and other similar systems, are the subject of one or more of the following patents and/or patent applications: CA 2971675 EP 2318164 JP 2016-516886 US 2014-0287080...

  • Page 16: Fcc Information To User (Usa Only)

    (SVHCs) is available at: www.renishaw.com/REACH 1.10 Control of pollution, applicable in the People’s Republic of China Renishaw have prepared a table in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364 . This is available on request from Renishaw . Issue 02-A...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 - Scope Of Supply

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 2 – Scope of supply Introduction The following chapter describes the items of equipment supplied with the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system as standard, and the equipment available as options. Issue 02-A...

  • Page 18: Standard Equipment

    Chapter 2: Scope of supply H-5800-3693 2.1 Standard equipment The following equipment and services are supplied as standard when you purchase a RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system from Renishaw . • Renishaw RenAM 500Quad/Triple/Dual/Single, referred to as 'RenAM 500Q/T/D/S', additive manufacturing system •...

  • Page 19: Optional Items

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 2.3 Optional items • Furnace • Bead blast unit • Additional powder flasks – complete with isolating valves • Hopper trolley • SCF50 lifting bracket – A-6521-3607 • SCF50 Wall mounted bracket – A-6521-2111 Issue 02-A...
  • Page 20 Chapter 2: Scope of supply H-5800-3693 This page is intentionally left blank . Issue 02-A...

  • Page 21: Chapter 3 - Document Control

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 3 – Document control Introduction The aim of this chapter is to describe how this document will be controlled and released . It is intended that this User guide will be released in a modular way as and when chapters need to be up-issued and released .

  • Page 22: Document Control

    . The current issue status of this User guide is: Document no. Document name Issue Date H-5800-3693 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S User guide 02-A July 2019 The current issue status of each chapter is: Chapter Chapter name Issue...

  • Page 23: Document History

    . 3.3 Product bulletins Prior to up-issuing this User guide, Renishaw will provide updates via Product bulletins . These will be periodically integrated into up-issued documentation . Contact your local Renishaw office using the contact details in Section 4 .7 for details of the latest Product bulletins .

  • Page 24: Revision 01-C - Affected Chapters

    August 2018 Chapter 11 Preventative maintenance schedule 01-C August 2018 Chapter 12 Preventative maintenance tasks 01-C August 2018 Chapter 14 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S optional 01-C August 2018 equipment Back cover Back cover 01-C August 2018 Front cover • Up-issued to 01-C to reflect new issue of document .
  • Page 25 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 3 – Document control • Up-issued to 01-C to capture revised chapters in document . Chapter 4 – Introduction • Up-issued to 01-C to reflect new issue of document . • Revised nameplate artwork to generiscise largest motor rating .

  • Page 26: Revision 01-D - Affected Chapters

    Chapter 12 – Preventative maintenance tasks • Up-issued to 01-C to reflect new issue of document . • Minor text revisions . Chapter 14 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S optional equipment • Up-issued to 01-C to reflect new issue of document . • Minor text revisions .
  • Page 27 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 3 – Document control • Up-issued to 01-D to capture revised chapters in document . Chapter 6 – Overview • Up-issued to 01-D to reflect new issue of document . • Revised line drawing of AM system .

  • Page 28: Revision 01-E - Affected Chapters

    Chapter 3: Document control H-5800-3693 3.4.4 Revision 01-E – affected chapters Chapter Chapter name Issue Date Front cover Front cover 01-E April 2019 Chapter 0 Contents 01-E April 2019 Chapter 1 Before you begin 01-E April 2019 Chapter 2 Scope of supply 01-E April 2019 Chapter 3...
  • Page 29 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 7 – System specification • Up-issued to 01-E to reflect new issue of document . • Clarification added to electrical supply . Chapter 8 – Functional description • Up-issued to 01-E to reflect new issue of document .

  • Page 30: Revision 01-F - Affected Chapters

    Chapter 3: Document control H-5800-3693 3.4.5 Revision 01-F – affected chapters Chapter Chapter name Issue Date Front cover Front cover 01-F June 2019 Chapter 0 Contents 01-F June 2019 Chapter 1 Before you begin 01-F June 2019 Chapter 2 Scope of supply 01-F June 2019 Chapter 3...
  • Page 31 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 7 – System specification • Up-issued to 01-F to reflect new issue of document . • Additional build plate drawings added . Chapter 10 – Operation • Up-issued to 01-F to reflect new issue of document .

  • Page 32: Revision 02-A - Affected Chapters

    Chapter 3: Document control H-5800-3693 3.4.6 Revision 02-A – affected chapters Chapter Chapter name Issue Date Front cover Front cover 02-A July 2019 Chapter 0 Contents 02-A July 2019 Chapter 1 Before you begin 02-A July 2019 Chapter 2 Scope of supply 02-A July 2019 Chapter 3...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 - Introduction

    (triple – T) or four (quad – Q) lasers . The aim of this chapter is to begin to describe the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S additive manufacturing system and to explain some of the terms, language, related documents, safety information and text structure used within this User guide .

  • Page 34: Reference Documentation

    The system must only be operated by staff who have followed a Renishaw approved training course, and in accordance with the instructions and advice contained in this manual. It must not be used by untrained staff who have not completed a Renishaw approved training course.

  • Page 35: Definitions

    Technician An operator who is qualified to carry out a particular aspect of maintenance. This is because they have been formally trained and assessed by Renishaw in the individual tasks required Service...

  • Page 36: Abbreviations

    Programmable Logic Controller Parts Per Million Present Value RenAM 500D RenAM 500 dual laser additive manufacturing system RenAM 500Q RenAM 500 quadruple laser additive manufacturing system RenAM 500S RenAM 500 single laser additive manufacturing system RenAM 500T RenAM 500 triple laser additive manufacturing system...

  • Page 37: Safety Information In This User Guide

    . A Note will be in sentence case medium text . 4.6 Training schedule Renishaw provides a basic level of training to operate the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system safely. Renishaw also offers extended training courses for operators and process engineers. Please refer to this User guide H-5800-3693, Installation guide H-5800-3692 and the training guide supplied as part of the user training course that all users must complete before using the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system.

  • Page 38: Contact Details

    "About" . For the PLC and PC revision select the "System information" button, circled in the lower left corner (Figure 2) . Additional support can be sought by contacting your local Renishaw office . See: www.renishaw.com/contact Issue 02-A...
  • Page 39 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide LASER IEC 60825-1:2014 EN 60825-1:2014 TYPE 1 Machine Type: Multi Laser Powder Bed Fusion ENCLOSURE Supply Voltage & Current: 380-480V, 50A ENCEINTE Phase & Frequency: 3ph, 50 - 60Hz CLASSE 1 Operating Temp: 18-22°C Short Circuit Current Rating:...
  • Page 40 Chapter 4: Introduction H-5800-3693 Figure 2 Software welcome screen Issue 02-A...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 - Safety

    Chapter 5 – Safety Introduction The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S is safe to use when operated correctly . This aim of this chapter is to describe the general, personal, powder and system safety recommendations to enable you to operate the system safely .

  • Page 42: General Safety Information

    5.1 General safety information 5.1.1 Introduction The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S has been designed with safety in mind and has a number of in-built safety features . However, there are risks involved, but with sufficient planning and careful management these can be mitigated . RenAM 500Q/T/D/S safety features: •...

  • Page 43: Basic Safety Measures

    This MUST be provided before receipt of your RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system. Should you require it, a Renishaw representative can help you work through this checklist in order to ensure that there are no problems when receiving, installing, and operating the machine and ancillary equipment .

  • Page 44: Explosion Prevention Document

    In case of emergency, immediately press the "Emergency Stop" button located on the front panel of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S to stop the system (Figure 1) . After operation of the "Emergency Stop" button take action in accordance with the local rules and procedures for dealing with an emergency event . Operation of the "Emergency Stop"...

  • Page 45: Normal Operation

    • Calibration (Renishaw Service engineer). Records of the above activities should to be made . Contact Renishaw if you need advice or assistance . 5.1.10 Electro-magnetic compatibility Note: The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S laser melting system is industrial in design and not intended for use at any time in a residential environment or to be powered from the public low-voltage mains .

  • Page 46: Personal Safety

    5.2 Personal safety 5.2.1 Manual handling Operation and servicing of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S will necessitate a certain amount of manual handling. Where this is necessary, the weight to be moved will be specified. Renishaw recommends purchasing suitable lifting equipment to move heavy items, such as the large safe change filters when full of water, and full powder flasks;...

  • Page 47: Laser Safety Precautions

    Additionally, while the system is purging, argon is exhausted to the atmosphere. The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system features an argon exhaust port, which may be connected to an external ventilation point, but normally this is not necessary.

  • Page 48: Training

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . This must be risk assessed and the risks understood before using the non-Renishaw powder . Contact Renishaw for further advice .

  • Page 49: Personal Protective Equipment

    The use of non-approved or highly toxic metal powders and other hazardous substances not approved by Renishaw . For system servicing purposes, Renishaw requires full knowledge of all the materials that have been used in the system in order to protect our staff .
  • Page 50 WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW THE METALLIC POWDER OR WASTE PRODUCTS TO FORM A DUST CLOUD. WARNING: NEVER EAT, DRINK OR SMOKE IN THE VICINITY OF THE RENISHAW AM SYSTEM OR COMPONENTS PRODUCED BY THE PROCESS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY CLEANED.

  • Page 51: Eye Protection

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 5.2.8.1 Eye protection The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S has a Class 4 laser enclosed in a Class 1 system; do not defeat or override safety interlocks . WARNING: DO NOT DEFEAT OR OVERRIDE SAFETY INTERLOCKS. Any maintenance MUST be carried out by a suitably qualified person .

  • Page 52: Thermal Hazards

    5.2.10 Thermal hazards If work is to be carried out on the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S, the equipment must be isolated and a period of time should be allowed for hot parts of the equipment to cool . Care must also be taken if unplanned work is to be carried out .

  • Page 53: Powder Safety

    ESD SAFETY FOOTWEAR, EYE PROTECTION, FULL FACE RESPIRATOR (TO EN143 TYPE P3 + A1), PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND FULL-LENGTH CLOTHING. Note: Renishaw recommends that full-length clothing is made from non-static-generating fabric such as cotton (avoid wool and synthetic fabrics) . Avoid turn-ups or pockets that may trap powder . Refer to NFPA 484 for details .
  • Page 54 WARNING: RENISHAW RECOMMENDS FITTING SUPPLEMENTARY BONDING BETWEEN THE ATEX VACUUM CLEANER AND THE OBJECT BEING VACUUMED (BUILD PLATE, BENCH TOP OR AM SYSTEM). RENISHAW OR RUWAC CAN PROVIDE A SUPPLEMENTARY BONDING LEAD (RUWAC PART NUMBER 59803 FOR NA7). WARNING: A ROUTINE INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM INCLUDING TESTING OF ELECTRICAL CONTINUITY (BONDING BETWEEN PIECES OF EQUIPMENT) AND EARTHING/GROUNDING (RESISTANCE TO GROUND) SHOULD BE IMPLEMENTED.

  • Page 55: Handling Of Metal Powders

    • Where multiple powder types are used in the same facility, Renishaw strongly recommends labelling and colour coding powder flasks and other equipment to identify the powder type. In addition, robust procedures to ensure powder type segregation should be implemented.

  • Page 56: Flammability

    Chapter 5: Safety H-5800-3693 Some metal powders are reactive and spontaneously form a hard, protective oxide film on contact with oxygen. This oxygen may be in the form of a gas (air, for instance), or in some other form, for example water.

  • Page 57: Explosivity

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 5.3.3.2 Explosivity An explosion is caused by rapid burning – as the fuel burns, heat and expanding gases are released, creating pressure . The explosion pentagon (Figure 5) demonstrates the five prerequisites for an explosion .

  • Page 58: Safe Disposal Of Waste Products

    This should then be stored dry in a sealed container. Alternatively waste, and waste powder, can be vacuumed up using an ATEX vacuum cleaner, as supplied by Renishaw. NEVER use any other type of vacuum cleaner. •...

  • Page 59: Storage

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide • Stagnation points should be minimised. • Good housekeeping measures should be implemented and adhered to with regular and thorough cleaning regimes in place at all times. • Generating airborne dust clouds of metal powder must be avoided.

  • Page 60: Metal Powder Safety Checklist

    Chapter 5: Safety H-5800-3693 5.3.8 Metal powder safety checklist • Have you informed your insurance provider of the powder on site and process being used? • Have you read and understood the metal powder’s physical and chemical properties and the associated hazards from the supplied Safety data sheet and other product information? •...

  • Page 61: Hazards Due To Fire Or Explosion

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide • Does your business have written standard operating procedures for all aspects of metal powder handling and processing, including proper risk assessment, control of substances hazardous to health assessment, and personal protection equipment assessment? • Is there a written procedure in place or engineering controls present to address the reduction or elimination of metal powder dust formation during handling? •...

  • Page 62: Identifiable Ignition Sources

    Chapter 5: Safety H-5800-3693 WARNING: FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSIONS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO PERSONNEL AND DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. WARNING: ATEX AND DSEAR REGULATIONS REQUIRE RISK ASSESSMENTS TO DETERMINE THE REQUIRED AREA ZONE CLASSIFICATION BEFORE PUTTING THE EQUIPMENT INTO USE. 5.3.10 Identifiable ignition sources All potential ignition sources should be listed in accordance with BS EN 1127-1:2011: •...

  • Page 63: Hydrogen Gas

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide • Electrostatic discharge – electrostatic discharge is recognised as an initiator of fires or explosions when the correct amounts of combustible dust (metal powder), or any other hazardous substances, and oxygen are present. All equipment and ancillary equipment must be at the same electrical potential as everything within the area zone classification, including the operators and any other personnel authorised to be in the area.

  • Page 64: Safety Data Sheets

    Safety data sheets can be found on the Renishaw website, www .renishaw .com/amdatasheets In addition to metal powder, the information for fluids and additives used within Renishaw equipment such as Hydra-Sol MAG vacuum cleaner additive and Nalco chiller fluid can be found here .

  • Page 65: System Safety

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 5.4 System safety 5.4.1 Safety function diagrams The following figures (Figures 6, 7 and 8) illustrate the safety functions of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S AM systems . 5.4.1.1 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S front view – safety functions Hazard zone 2: electrical control cabinet Operator touch screen control panel "Emergency Stop"...

  • Page 66: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Rear View - Safety Functions

    Chapter 5: Safety H-5800-3693 5.4.1.2 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S rear view – safety functions Hazard zone 1: work/maintenance area Electrical isolator Hazard zone 2: electrical control cabinet Figure 7 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S rear view – safety functions 5-26 Issue 02-A...

  • Page 67: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Top View - Safety Functions

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 5.4.1.3 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S top view – safety functions Rear Front Lockable door Lockable door Hazard zone 2: electrical control cabinet Lockable door Hazard zone 1: work/maintenance area Figure 8 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S top view – safety functions Issue 02-A 5-27...

  • Page 68: Safety Signs And Laser Safety Labels

    H-5800-3693 5.4.2 Safety signs and laser safety labels There are various safety signs and laser labels fitted to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . They warn of hazards from the system and advise on laser safety . Note: Safety signs and laser labels fitted to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S are in accordance with the mandatory language requirements of TÜV SÜD and CE .
  • Page 69 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Safety sign Description and location TYPE 1 ENCLOSURE TYPE 1 ENCLOSURE Fitted to the nameplate on the rear of the system . ENCEINTE CLASSE 1 Part number: M-5778-8904 WARNING: HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT WARNING HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT...
  • Page 70 Chapter 5: Safety H-5800-3693 Safety sign Description and location WARNING: HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT. LEAKAGE CURRENT WARNING >100mA HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT LEAKAGE CURRENT >100mA EARTH CONNECTION ESSENTIAL BEFORE CONNECTING EARTH CONNECTION SUPPLY ESSENTIAL BEFORE DANGER CONNECTING SUPPLY 400V COPPER CONDUCTOR ONLY. CROSS SECTIONAL AREA TO COPPER CONDUCTOR ONLY CROSS SECTIONAL AREA BE AT LEAST 10mm 2...

  • Page 71: Laser Safety Labels

    Laser power is classified as: the higher the Class number, the greater the laser radiation hazard. Refer to international standard IEC 60825 for details. The Renishaw RenAM 500Q/T/D/S in normal operation is classified as Class 1 according to the Standard EN 60825-1, edition: 2014, Safety of Laser Equipment –...
  • Page 72 Chapter 5: Safety H-5800-3693 Laser label Description and location Laser 1 classification label . Fitted to the nameplate on the rear of LASER the system . Part number: M-6521-1961 IEC 60825-1:2014 EN 60825-1:2014 Laser 1 classification label . Fitted to the three cover panels (front, back and top) of the optical module .
  • Page 73 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Laser label Description and location Class 4 classification label . Fitted to the three cover panels (front, DANGER - CLASS 4 VISIBLE AND back and top) of the optical module . INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN DANGER - CLASS 4 VISIBLE AND OPEN.

  • Page 74: Transport And System Relocation

    H-5800-3693 5.4.3 Transport and system relocation If your RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system is to be moved to an alternative production facility or resold, Renishaw is happy to assist and advise. With this in mind, please inform us at your earliest convenience.

  • Page 75: Hazards Due To Unexpected Malfunctions

    MONITORED AND A LOW OXYGEN CONCENTRATION (< 19.5%) INDICATED BY A VISIBLE AND AUDIBLE WARNING MEANS. The Renishaw RenAM 500Q/T/D/S is designed to consume minimal amounts of inert gas. It is possible to use either argon or nitrogen to create an inert atmosphere, but the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S has been qualified using argon gas only.
  • Page 76 WARNING: NITROGEN GAS IS NOT INERT WITH ALL METALS AND MAY REACT EXOTHERMICALLY. A small amount of inert gas is emitted from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system when in use . On the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system, it is possible to connect the argon vent port to a connection outside the building to deal with gas emitted whilst the working chamber is being prepared .

  • Page 77: Chapter 6 - Overview

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 6 – Overview Introduction This chapter contains images of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system and gives an overview of the user accessible system features . Issue 02-A...

  • Page 78: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Front View

    Bottom door handle with interlock Glovebox lockable door with interlock Build chamber access gloves (behind door) Glovebox door locks Build chamber viewing window Top door Top door handle with interlock LED strip light Figure 1 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S front view Issue 02-A...

  • Page 79: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Rear View

    Plinth (covering combined castor and adjustable jacking feet) Rear left-hand electrical cupboard door Security lock Security lock Air vent Air vent Main isolating switch System nameplate Air vent Security lock Security lock Figure 2 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S rear view Issue 02-A...

  • Page 80: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Right-Hand End View

    Main isolating switch Air vent External services label System external connections (electrical Air vents power, secondary earth, Ethernet, chiller data cable, argon inlet, coolant inlet and coolant outlet) "Emergency Stop" button Air vents Figure 3 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S right-hand end view Issue 02-A...

  • Page 81: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Front View With Powder Fill And Large Safe Change Filter Door Open

    Large safe change filter status indicator (left-hand) and large safe change filter number 2 (right-hand) Large safe change filter upper isolation Oversized particle collection point valves Figure 4 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S front view with powder fill and large safe change filter door open Issue 02-A...

  • Page 82: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Rear View With Rear Right-Hand Cupboard Door Open

    Vacuum pump Vacuum pump oil level viewing window Cyclone separator (lower section) Powder recirculation pump Cyclone separator isolation valves Flow switch Right-hand manifold Cyclone separator collection flask Figure 5 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S rear view with rear right-hand cupboard door open Issue 02-A...

  • Page 83: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Plan View

    Operator access – top and bottom doors Operator access – front left-hand cupboard door Operator access – rear right-hand Service access – rear centre equipment cupboard door cupboard Figure 6 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S plan view Issue 02-A...
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  • Page 85: Chapter 7 - System Specification

    Chapter 7 – System specification Introduction This chapter describes the specification of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system. It contains information relating to the physical size of the system, electrical supply, weight and noise emissions. It also contains the specification for the build plates.

  • Page 86: Renam 500Q/T/D/S System Specification

    H-5800-3693 7.1 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system specification Technical specifications may change from time to time. Renishaw reserves the right to change any technical specification at any time. Any specification not listed in the table below is available upon request; see Section 4.7 "Contact details" for the contact details of your local Renishaw office.
  • Page 87 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Running argon consumption (after initial fill) < 50 L/hr (1 .8 ft³/hr) Maximum argon consumption rate (during fill) 400 L/min (14 .12 ft³/min) System fill/purge consumption < 1 200 L (43 ft³) Argon quality (greatest permissible impurities) 20 ppm or better (99.998% pure)

  • Page 88: Build Plate Specification

    Chapter 7: System specification H-5800-3693 7.2 Build plate specification To regrind or remanufacture RenAM 500Q/T/D/S build plates, please see the following drawings: 7.2.1 Mild steel build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 1 Mild steel build plate Issue 02-A...

  • Page 89: Titanium Build Plate - Renam 500M/L

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 7.2.2 Titanium build plate – RenAM 500M/L Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 2 Titanium build plate – RenAM 500M/L Issue 02-A...

  • Page 90: Aluminium Build Plate

    Chapter 7: System specification H-5800-3693 7.2.3 Aluminium build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 3 Aluminium build plate Issue 02-A...

  • Page 91: Stainless Steel Build Plate

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 7.2.4 Stainless steel build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 4 Stainless steel build plate Issue 02-A...

  • Page 92: Full Build Titanium Build Plate

    Chapter 7: System specification H-5800-3693 7.2.5 Full build titanium build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 5 Full build titanium build plate Issue 02-A...

  • Page 93: Long Life Stainless Steel Build Plate

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 7.2.6 Long life stainless steel build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 6 Long life stainless steel build plate Issue 02-A...

  • Page 94: Full Build Stainless Steel Build Plate

    Chapter 7: System specification H-5800-3693 7.2.7 Full build stainless steel build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 7 Full build stainless steel build plate 7-10 Issue 02-A...

  • Page 95: Long Life Aluminium Build Plate

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 7.2.8 Long life aluminium build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 8 Long life aluminium build plate Issue 02-A 7-11...

  • Page 96: Full Build Aluminium Build Plate

    Chapter 7: System specification H-5800-3693 7.2.9 Full build aluminium build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 9 Full build aluminium build plate 7-12 Issue 02-A...

  • Page 97: Long Life Mild Steel Build Plate

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 7.2.10 Long life mild steel build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 10 Long life mild steel build plate Issue 02-A 7-13...

  • Page 98: Long Life Titanium Build Plate

    Chapter 7: System specification H-5800-3693 7.2.11 Long life titanium build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 11 Long life titanium build plate 7-14 Issue 02-A...

  • Page 99: Full Build Mild Steel Build Plate

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 7.2.12 Full build mild steel build plate Uncontrolled issue for reference only Figure 12 Full build mild steel build plate Issue 02-A 7-15...
  • Page 100 Chapter 7: System specification H-5800-3693 This page is intentionally left blank . 7-16 Issue 02-A...

  • Page 101: Chapter 8 - Functional Description

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 8 – Functional description Introduction The aim of this chapter is to describe the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system, its major systems and sub-systems, and how they combine to create homogeneous solid metal components directly from 3D CAD data.

  • Page 102: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Main Isolating Switch

    8.1 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S main isolating switch The equipment main isolating switch is located on the rear left-hand side of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S cabinet . Raising the switch to the "On" position (Figure 1 – left) energises the system electrical circuits .

  • Page 103: Operator Touch Screen Control Panel

    The additive manufacturing build process is controlled from a 480 mm (19 in) capacitive touch screen control panel built into the front of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S cabinet (Figure 3) . It incorporates a user privilege access system . The level of access will depend on the individual operator’s unique log-in code (up to a maximum of six alphanumeric characters) .

  • Page 104: Programmable Logic Controller

    . The PLC is located within the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S electrical cabinet and is not normally accessed by the operator .

  • Page 105: System Software

    . There are three log-in levels to the RenAMP software: Figure 6 RenAMP Home screen • Operator – Level 1 – enables the user to operate the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system, including carrying out build preparation, post-build and occasional tasks •...

  • Page 106: Laser

    The laser provides the energy source for the additive manufacturing process . They are located in the right- hand rear of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S cabinet (Figure 7) . The laser system includes one, two, three or four 500 W lasers which have been specifically designed and engineered for this application . The lasers are 500 W ytterbium fibre type, with dynamic focusing carried out in the optical module .

  • Page 107: Lens Protection Window

    8.10 Build chamber viewing window The top door of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S features a viewing window and a protective insert (Figure 10) . This meets the standard ANSI Z136 .1 – 2007 and is specified to protect the user against scattered laser radiation for the wavelength used in RenAM 500Q/T/D/S .

  • Page 108: Powder Recirculation System

    . The material type is input via the touch screen control panel . This enables the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system to continually track the mass of powder in the load hopper using the output of the load cells located under the load hopper .

  • Page 109: Dosing Silo

    Figure 12 Dosing silo behind system panels 8.14 Renishaw ultrasonic sieve The Renishaw ultrasonic sieve (Figure 13) features a powder metering screw that controls the rate at which powder is fed through to the ultrasonic sieve . Alongside all the used material returned from the build process, all powder loaded into the load hopper is fed through the ultrasonic sieve before being transported to the dosing silo .

  • Page 110: Pneumatic Transfer

    . Powder in the dosing silo is then precisely fed into the build process by Renishaw’s proven powder dosing system . The oversize powder is transferred into a powder receiver ready to be removed when required .

  • Page 111: Powder Delivery

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 8.16 Powder delivery The powder delivery mechanism is situated inside the chamber and dispenses a dose of metal powder on to the rear edge of the build chamber process plate . The mechanism can be configured to vary the amount of powder dosed .

  • Page 112: Gas Circuit

    Chapter 8: Functional description H-5800-3693 8.18 Gas circuit Gas enters the build chamber from the top and lower right-hand sides of the build chamber (Figure 16) . It creates a flow of gas directed across the build plate from right to left . The finest metal powder and nanoparticles (known as condensate) produced during the build process are collected and directed to a port on the lower left-hand side of the build chamber which is connected via a cyclone separator to the two large safe change filters .

  • Page 113: Heating/Temperature Control

    . This is typically only when very large and particularly dense parts are being built . If in doubt, contact Renishaw . See Section 7 .2 "Build plate specification"...

  • Page 114: Large Safe Change Filter (Lscf50)

    When indicated by the filter graphic on the touch screen control panel, the large safe change filter assembly must be removed from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S and the filter made inert by filling it with water . The filter assembly is then disassembled and the used filter placed in a ventilated drum containing water .
  • Page 115 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Note: RenAM 500Q/T/D/S large safe change filters (LSCF50) feature 50 mm (2 in) KF flanges and are NOT interchangeable with filters from AM 250, AM 250/400, AM 400 or RenAM 500M . The RenAMP software automatically control the rate at which the changeover from a dirty to a clean safe change filter occurs, this function is called switching type .

  • Page 116: Oxygen Monitoring Sensors

    Note: Keys to the electrical enclosure door locks and special tools to open the glovebox should only be allocated to personnel who have received adequate training to operate the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S . WARNING: ISOLATE THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO THE RenAM 500Q/T/D/S BEFORE OPENING THE DOORS TO THE ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE.
  • Page 117 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Rear Front Service access – rear left-hand electrical Service access – front right-hand electrical cupboard door cupboard door Operator access – top, glovebox and Operator access – front left-hand cupboard bottom doors door Operator access – rear right-hand Service access –...

  • Page 118: Esd And Earth Bonding Points

    8.24 ESD and earth bonding points The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S is fitted with two ESD and earth bonding points . One is located in the front left cupboard on the left-hand side next to the large safe change filter (Figure 21) . One is located in the rear right-hand electrical cupboard at the top on the left-hand side (Figure 21) .

  • Page 119: Laser Controller

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 8.25 Laser controller The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S is fitted with a laser controller (Figure 22) that controls the one, two three or four lasers fitted . The laser controller is located in the electrical cupboard . Figure 22 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S laser controller 8.26 Cyclone...

  • Page 120: Cyclone Level Sensors

    . The intercooler is supplied with chilled coolant by the chiller at a constant rate . Figure 24 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S intercooler 8-20...

  • Page 121: Electrical Cabinets

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 8.28 Electrical cabinets The RenAM 500Q has two electrical cupboards located at the rear left-hand and front right-hand of the system (Figures 25 and 26) . Each electrical cupboard is secured with two security locks which are operated by a key .

  • Page 122: Atex Vacuum Cleaner

    Figure 26 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S electrical cupboard – front right-hand 8.29 ATEX vacuum cleaner The Renishaw RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system requires the use of an ATEX vacuum cleaner . The Renishaw recommended ATEX vacuum cleaner is a Ruwac model NA7 (Figure 27) . The ATEX vacuum cleaner is used to clean away small remnants of material and waste process emissions .

  • Page 123: Silo Lift

    The silo lift is a general hydraulic lifting and transportation device used to move heavy items to and from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . It is a pedestrian propelled silo lift with a lifting mast, without tilt, with load-bearing outriggers, equipped with fork arms, a platform, or other load-handling device . The silo lift is designed to be manually pushed, pulled and steered by one pedestrian operator .

  • Page 124: Hopper Trolley

    • Four castors for ease of positioning • Two latches to secure the hopper trolley to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S • One latch to secure the batch control hopper to the trolley •...

  • Page 125: Chapter 9 - Ancillaries

    Chapter 9 – Ancillaries Introduction The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S requires the use of ancillary equipment to make the process of preparing and producing builds as simple as possible . The ATEX vacuum cleaner is mandatory and is used to remove small amounts of metal powder when it becomes lodged in difficult-to-access areas of the system .

  • Page 126: Atex Vacuum Cleaner - Mandatory

    9.1 ATEX vacuum cleaner – mandatory 9.1.1 ATEX vacuum cleaner general information The Renishaw RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system requires the use of an ATEX vacuum cleaner . The Renishaw supplied and approved ATEX vacuum cleaner is a Ruwac model NA7 (Figure 1) . The ATEX vacuum cleaner is used to clean away small remnants of material and waste process emissions .

  • Page 127: Atex Vacuum Cleaner Safety

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide • When processing aluminium, use of a 5% solution of Hydra-Sol-MAG additive (part no . P-LU08-0004) will help to inhibit the generation of hydrogen . Note: For information about Hydra-Sol-MAG additive, refer to the Safety data sheet .

  • Page 128: Atex Vacuum Cleaner Maintenance

    FOAMING AGENT (PART NUMBER 792322000). IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT FOAM IS NOT ALLOWED TO BUILD-UP AS IT WILL BE DRAWN INTO THE CLEANER RESULTING IN CORROSION. Caution: Contact Renishaw for replacement parts. Always use manufacturer’s genuine parts. 9.1.4 ATEX vacuum cleaner maintenance WARNING: ENSURE THE ATEX VACUUM CLEANER IS MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 129: Chiller - Mandatory

    The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S requires a chiller to supply temperature-controlled water to keep the optical components at a stable temperature . The Renishaw supplied and approved chiller is an SMC Pneumatics model HRSH090-AF-40 (Figure 2) . The chiller is a closed-loop cooling circuit and has a direct communication connection to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system that allows status and warnings to be viewed via the touch screen control panel .

  • Page 130: Chiller Operation

    9.3.1 Bead blaster and extractor general information An optional bead blaster and extractor can be supplied with the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system to enable parts to be rapidly and easily cleaned after the build is complete . The optional bead blaster is a Guyson model Euroblast 4AM .

  • Page 131: Bead Blaster And Extractor Safety

    WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS. REFER TO THE MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE www.guyson.co.uk FOR DETAILS. Caution: Contact Renishaw for replacement parts. Always use manufacturer’s genuine parts. 9.3.4 Bead blaster and extractor maintenance WARNING: ENSURE THE BEAD BLASTER AND EXTRACTOR ARE MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 132: Furnace - Optional

    9.4 Furnace – optional 9.4.1 Furnace general information An optional furnace can be supplied with the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system to enable parts to be rapidly and easily heat-treated after the build is complete . The optional furnace is a Nabertherm model N41/H (Figure 4) .

  • Page 133: Furnace Operation

    WARNING: ENSURE THE FURNACE IS OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS. REFER TO THE MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE www.nabertherm.com FOR DETAILS. Caution: Contact Renishaw for replacement parts. Always use manufacturer’s genuine parts. 9.4.4 Furnace maintenance WARNING: ENSURE THE FURNACE IS MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 134: Hopper Trolley - Recommended

    It is fitted with the following items for ease of use: • Four castors for ease of positioning. • Two latches to secure the hopper trolley to the Renishaw AM system. • One latch to secure the batch control hopper to the trolley. •...

  • Page 135: Chapter 10 - Operation

    The aim of this chapter is to list and describe the operational tasks that must be completed before builds are started, after builds are completed and the occasional tasks that must be carried out in order to build components successfully on the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . The chapter is divided into four sections as follows: •...

  • Page 136: Pre-Build Tasks

    The following table lists all the operation tasks that must be carried out BEFORE a build is started on a RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . The tasks must be completed in the order specified in the table below . Task number...

  • Page 137: Chiller Fluid Level - Check

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide AB-001 – Chiller fluid level – Check Note: The following instructions describe an SMC Pneumatics model HRSH090-AF-40 chiller . Alternative chillers may be used, in which case follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with the chiller for chiller set-up .

  • Page 138: Argon Gas Supply - Set-Up

    Note: Argon gas can be supplied in a cylinder, bank or Cryospeed (liquid) . The choice of method to use is up to the end user . 4 . With the argon gas supply to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system on, listen for any leaks . If leaks are heard, rectify as necessary .
  • Page 139 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide On the rear of the chiller, operate the miniature circuit breaker (MCB), circled (Figure 3) and move it to the "On" position – up . Figure 3 Power supply MCB on rear of SMC Pneumatics chiller On the chiller front control panel (Figure 4) press the "Run/Stop"...

  • Page 140: Large Safe Change Filter Assemblies - Check

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 AB-004 – Large safe change filter assemblies – Check At the front of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system open the left-hand door (Figure 5) . Left-hand door Figure 5 Left-hand door Ensure there are two large safe change filter assemblies fitted (Figure 6) . If either of the two large safe change filters assemblies is missing, then fit a replacement filter assembly in accordance with task OT-008 .

  • Page 141: Renam 500Q/T/D/S System - Power-Up

    Close the left-hand door . AB-005 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system – Power-up The equipment main isolation switch is located on the rear left-hand side of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S cabinet . Raise the switch from the "Off" position (Figure 7 – left) to the "On" position (Figure 7 – right) . This enables power to the system electrical circuits .
  • Page 142 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 On the "Log-in" screen, select the level box and use the on-screen keyboard (Figure 9) to enter "Operator" . Select the password box, enter the appropriate password and select "OK" . Figure 9 "Log-in" screen with on-screen keyboard When "Log-in"...

  • Page 143: Build Chamber - Set-Up

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide AB-007 – Build chamber – Set-up From the "Home" screen (Figure 11), select "Chamber setup" (circled) . This will open the "Chamber setup" screen (Figure 12) . "Chamber setup" is the first of the three stages of build preparation .
  • Page 144 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Four panes can be maximised to display a larger view and all the controls within the pane by selecting the button in the upper right corner (Figure 13) . The "Filters" pane cannot be maximised . Figure 13 Minimised pane and "Maximise"...
  • Page 145 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Select the "Open door" button (Figure 15) . Two buttons will appear – "Top Door" and "Bottom Door" . Select the "Top Door" button, press the blue "Reset" button, the door will release and can be opened by pulling the door handle firmly towards you .

  • Page 146: Build Plate - Install

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 11 . Check the bottom door is closed . 12 . Close the top door . 13 . From either the maximised or minimised view of the "Recoater" pane send the recoater to the rear of the build chamber by selecting the "Send recoater to rear of chamber"...
  • Page 147 PLATES ARE SIGNIFICANTLY HEAVIER THAN THESE WEIGHTS. HANDLE BUILD PLATES CAREFULLY TO AVOID INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE BUILD PLATE. FOR BUILD PLATES THICKER THAN 15 MM (0.6 IN) CONSIDER USING SUITABLE LIFTING EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS A RENISHAW SILO LIFT, TO LOAD THE BUILD PLATE INTO THE BUILD CHAMBER.
  • Page 148 10 . Place the build plate on the platform with the counter-bored holes facing upwards . Caution: Ensure a build plate is fitted, as building directly on to the system platform will damage the platform and elevator of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system. 10-14...
  • Page 149 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Caution: Although the build plate can be installed in any of four positions, the front of the build plate is marked with a shallow blind hole in the centre of the front edge (Figure 22). Figure 22 Front of build plate WARNING: DO NOT USE ZINC PASSIVATED SCREWS TO SECURE THE BUILD PLATE TO THE ELEVATOR.
  • Page 150 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 14 . With the build plate at the top position . From the maximised view of the "Elevator" pane, select the "Move by" button (Figure 24) . Figure 24 "Move by" button 15 . This will open a keypad dialog (Figure 25), enter a value of 0 .5 mm (0 .02 in) and select the downwards arrow button to move the elevator down by the amount entered (Figure 25) .

  • Page 151: Recoater Blade - Install

    M4 cap screws along the entire length of the recoater blade assembly, remove and discard the used recoater blade . A replacement recoater blade is available from your local Renishaw office . Description: Silicone recoater blade, part no: M-5774-0886 .
  • Page 152 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Cut the silicone recoater blade using a pneumatic pipe cutter or scalpel (Figure 28) . Figure 28 Cut the silicone recoater blade Check the cut length of recoater blade against the recoater blade assembly – it should just fit in the chamfer (Figure 29) .
  • Page 153 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Unscrew the bolts until the head is proud of the recoater blade assembly, but do not remove them completely (Figures 30 and 31) . Figure 30 Loosen the bolts in the recoater blade assembly Figure 31 Bolt head proud of the recoater blade assembly...
  • Page 154 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Insert the cut length of silicone recoater blade into the recoater blade assembly (Figure 32) . Figure 32 Insert silicone recoater blade into recoater blade assembly 10 . Check the gap left at both ends of the silicone recoater blade – it should not pass the start of the radius (arrowed) on the recoater blade assembly (Figures 33 and 34) .

  • Page 155: Recoater Assembly - Install

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 11 . Place the recoater blade assembly on a flat surface such as a surface table . Press down firmly on the reverse side of the recoater housing . Starting at the centre, tighten the five M4 cap screws using a 3 mm (0 .11 in) hexagon key and a suitable torque wrench .
  • Page 156 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Open the top door . Offer up the recoater assembly to the recoater carrier . The recoater assembly locates on the front of the recoater carrier . Secure the recoater assembly to the recoater carrier by turning the two thumbscrews half a turn clockwise .

  • Page 157: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Load Hopper - Fill

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S – POWDER MUST FIRST BE DECANTED INTO A POWDER FLASK. Note: Ensure there is a minimum of four full flasks of powder in the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system before starting the build process . Each full powder flask is approximately 5% of the load hopper capacity . The load hopper can be filled while the build process is running –...
  • Page 158 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Place a clean centring ring on the KF40 flange of the load hopper filling point isolation valve (Figure 40) . Figure 40 Centring ring on KF flange and load hopper filling point isolation valve closed Ensure that the powder flask isolation valve and load hopper filling point isolation valve are both in the closed position (handle perpendicular to the direction of flow) .
  • Page 159 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 10 . Remove the quick-release clamp and remove the empty powder flask from the system . 11 . Repeat the process for the remaining powder flasks until there is sufficient metal powder in the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system .

  • Page 160: Valves - Set-Up

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 AB-012 – Valves – Set-up On the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S behind the left-hand door check that the following valves are in the correct position: • Large safe change filter upper isolation valves (2 off) are open (1 and 2) (Figure 42) – valves in line with pipework.
  • Page 161 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide • Large safe change filter lower isolation valves (2 off) are open (4 and 5) (Figure 43) – valves in line with pipework . • Load hopper filling point isolation valve is closed (6) (Figure 43) – valve at 90° to the pipework .

  • Page 162: Build Platform Heat Soak Process - Set-Up

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 • Sieve inlet valves (2 off) (9 and 10), large gas inlet valves (2 off) (11 and 12) and large gas outlet valves (2 off) (13 and 14) are open (Figure 44) . • Small gas inlet valves (2 off) (15 and 16) and small gas outlet valves (2 off) (17 and 18) are open (Figure 44) .
  • Page 163 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide From either the maximised or minimised view of the "Heater" pane select "Target temperature" . This will open a keypad dialog (Figure 45) . Figure 45 "Target temperature" button and keypad Using the keypad (Figure 45) enter the required material temperature for the heat soak . Refer to the material parameters file supplied with the metal powder you have purchased for the specific temperature to be used for heat soak .

  • Page 164: Build Chamber Atmosphere - Set-Up

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 AB-014 – Build chamber atmosphere – Set-up From either the maximised or minimised view of the "Atmosphere" pane check the "Oxygen target level" . The "Oxygen Target Level" is 1 000 ppm (0 .1%) (Figure 47) . Figure 47 "Oxygen Target Level"...
  • Page 165 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide The "Filters" pane (Figure 49) enables you to set the presence of the two large safe change filters . On Filters 1 and 2 use the toggle switches and set the filters to "Present" . Figure 49 "Filter" pane From the "Chamber Setup"...

  • Page 166: Powder Dose - Set-Up

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 When the oxygen level reaches 1 000 ppm (0 .1%) the chamber is ready for a build . Check that the "Current Temperature" and "Target Temperature" are reading the same (Figure 48) . AB-015 – Powder dose – Set-up From either the maximised or minimised view of the "Recoater"...
  • Page 167 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Observe the recoater travelling across the build plate . The aim of the dosing process is to create a first layer that is an even dusting across the entire build plate (Figure 53) . Note: It is unlikely that the first layer will dose correctly .
  • Page 168 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 This will open a keypad dialog (Figure 55), enter a value of 0 .1 mm (0 .004 in) and select the upwards button to move the elevator up by the amount entered (Figure 55) . Figure 55 "Move by" keypad dialog and upwards arrow button From either the maximised or minimised view of the "Recoater"...

  • Page 169: Build File - Transfer

    AB-016 – Build file – Transfer Build file transfer is done by File Transfer Protocol (FTP) . The Renishaw Service engineer will install and configure an FTP service when the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system is installed and commissioned . Follow the instructions supplied with your FTP service and transfer the required build files to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S .

  • Page 170: Cyclone Particle Collection Flask - Fit

    Open the plastic cover (Figure 59) and fit a quick-release clamp around the two KF40 flanges . Close the quick-release clamp to secure the cyclone particle collection flask to the RenAM 500Q/T/ D/S (Figure 59) . The cover is spring loaded and self closes .
  • Page 171 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Figure 59 Cyclone filter particle collection flask – isolation valves plastic cover (left-hand) and isolation valves in the closed position (right-hand) Issue 02-A 10-37...

  • Page 172: Pre-Build Checklist - Review

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 AB-019 – Pre-build checklist – Review Before starting the build check and confirm all the following steps have been completed . Serial number Equipment Completed? Check the chiller fluid level is between the L and H mark Check the regulated argon gas pressure is correct If using bottled argon gas, check there is sufficient gas pressure in the bottle...

  • Page 173: Build - Start

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide AB-020 – Build – Start From the "Chamber setup" screen (Figure 60) select "Build Operation" . This will launch the "Build Operation" screen . Figure 60 "Chamber Setup" screen The "Build Operation" screen (Figure 61) allows you to view various parameters of the build such as "Total layers", "Layer thickness", "Total build height", "Current layer", etc .
  • Page 174 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 There are four tabs in the "Build Operation" screen (Figure 62) – "Controls", "Monitoring", "Trends" and "Layer Viewer" . They enable you to view and control various parameters of the build . Figure 62 "Build operation" screen From the "Build operation"...

  • Page 175: Monitoring The Build

    NOT STARE AT THE BUILD FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME, AS THE MELTING PROCESS LIGHT EMISSIONS ARE VERY BRIGHT AND FLASH. Once started, the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system will run automatically . During the build, monitor the touch screen control panel for any alarms . If any alarms are generated, respond to them appropriately .
  • Page 176 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Figure 64 "Chamber Setup" and safe change filters graphic Note: The RenAMP software automatically controls the rate at which the changeover from a dirty to a clean safe change filter occurs, this function is called switching type . Switching type helps to negate any sudden pressure or gas flow fluctuations caused by suddenly switching from a dirty to a clean filter .
  • Page 177 OT-006 and OT-007, which can be done when time permits . Note: In the event of an incident press the "Emergency Stop" button to stop the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S . Following assessment of the situation, either perform a restart procedure if safe, in accordance with task OT-010 or if not recoverable abort the build and clean-down the system in accordance with the post-build tasks .

  • Page 178: Post-Build Tasks

    The following table lists all the operation tasks that must be carried out AFTER a build is completed on a RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . The tasks must be completed in the order specified in the table below before the next build can begin .

  • Page 179: Build Plate - Cool Down

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide PB-002 – Build plate – Cool down After the build has completed, the build plate heater will switch off automatically . Before opening the top door, check that the heater temperature is below 60 °C (140 °F) .

  • Page 180: Build Chamber Metal Powder - Remove

    Carefully and slowly open the top door, to avoid disturbing powder in the build chamber . If any metal powder falls from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S build chamber, immediately vacuum it up using the ATEX vacuum cleaner fitted with the Ruwac flexible rubber attachment.
  • Page 181 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide On the recoater assembly, twist the two thumbscrews, one on the left-hand end and one on the right- hand end of the recoater, half a turn anti-clockwise, and separate the recoater blade assembly from the recoater carrier (Figure 67) .
  • Page 182 4 mm (0 .15 in) hexagon key and blower into the build chamber (Figure 69) . The tools are used during build chamber clean-down . Note: If multiple powder types are being used in a facility, Renishaw strongly recommend that all powder handling equipment is labelled and colour coded for each powder type .
  • Page 183 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Figure 70 "Atmosphere – de-build purge" button right 11 . When the oxygen level in the build chamber reaches 7%, start removing metal powder from the build volume as follows . Note: To remove metal powder from the build volume, the elevator needs to be raised in stages .
  • Page 184 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 13 . From "Remove build", click in the "Move by" box (Figure 72) . Figure 72 "Remove build" and "Move by" box 14 . This will open a keypad dialog (Figure 73) . Figure 73 "Remove build", keypad dialog, return button and "Move elevator up" button 10-50 Issue 02-A...
  • Page 185 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 15 . Enter a suitable value of up to 60 mm (2 .4 in), select the return button and select the "Move elevator up" button (Figure 73) . 16 . This will raise the elevator by the value specified .
  • Page 186 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 20 . This will move the elevator up by the value entered and expose more powder . 21 . Repeat the steps to raise the elevator and brush powder down the overflows until the elevator is at the top of the z-axis and there is no more powder on the build plate .

  • Page 187: Build Plate - Remove

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide PB-004 – Build plate – Remove Using the glovebox and 4 mm (0 .15 in) hexagon key, remove all four bolts that secure the build plate (Figure 77) . Figure 77 Removing the four build plate securing bolts Place the bolts in a secure location in the build chamber until they are required for fitting the next build plate .

  • Page 188: Build Chamber - Clean

    Renishaw silo lift to move heavy builds . WARNING: THE COMPLETED BUILD MAY BE VERY HEAVY. USE SUITABLE LIFTING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS A RENISHAW SILO LIFT TO REMOVE THE COMPLETED BUILD FROM THE BUILD CHAMBER. Note: CAD data and material properties information can be used to calculate the exact weight of a completed build, however, the amount of support added will affect the calculated weight .
  • Page 189 Using the ATEX vacuum cleaner, ensure that the bolt holes on the build platform are completely clear of powder . Note: Apply small amounts of Class 3 IPA to a cloth . Do not apply it directly to RenAM 500Q/T/D/S components .

  • Page 190: Lens Protection System - Inspect

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 PB-016 – Lens protection system – Inspect Caution: The lens protection system is made from fused silica, and has an optical coating that will scratch if handled incorrectly. Caution: Do not touch the surface of the lens protection system. Caution: The lens protection system needs to be completely clear, removing all nanoparticles and leaving no smudges that can affect laser beam coupling efficiency and focus.

  • Page 191: Lower Chamber - Clean

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide PB-007 – Lower chamber – Clean Before the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system can be used for the next build, the lower chamber must be cleaned of any metal powder or process emissions . WARNING: DO NOT INTERFERE WITH THE ELEVATOR MOTOR OR BRAKE (FIGURE 80) WHEN CLEANING THE LOWER CHAMBER.

  • Page 192: Recoater Blade - Remove

    Note: The oversized particle collection flask collects oversized particles from the powder distribution system that do not meet the physical criteria for use within the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . Note: The oversized particles should be emptied from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S after every build .

  • Page 193: Pb-015-01 - Refit

    Grip the neck of the oversized particle collection flask and offer up the KF flange on the isolation valve to the KF flange on the oversized particle outlet on the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . Fit a quick-release clamp to the KF flanges, close it and secure the powder flask to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S (Figure 82) .
  • Page 194 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 From the RenAMP "Home" page select "Remove build" (Figure 83) . Figure 83 "Remove build" From the "Remove build" page (Figure 84) select the "Remove oversized particles" button . Figure 84 "Remove build" and "Remove oversized particles" button 10-60 Issue 02-A...
  • Page 195 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide This will display a confirmation dialog (Figure 85) . Select "Yes" and the process to Remove oversized particles will begin . Figure 85 Remove oversized particles confirmation dialog A confirmation dialog (Figure 86) will display . On the dialog, select "Confirm" to confirm that an empty powder flask has been connected to the motorised valve (the flask was fitted in steps 1 to 4 previously) .
  • Page 196 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 On the powder flask fitted previously, open the isolation valve . The handle will be in line with the pipework . On the dialog (Figure 87) confirm that the isolation valve has been moved to the open position .

  • Page 197: Pb-015-02 - Remove

    KF flange to the system outlet KF flange . Separate the oversized particle collection flask from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S . Remove the centring ring . Refit the blanking plate to the oversized particle outlet and secure with a quick-release clamp .

  • Page 198: Pb-015-03 - Empty

    Note: The cyclone filter particle collection flask collects oversized particles from the gas flow system that do not meet the physical criteria for use within the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . Note: The cyclone filter particle collection flask should be emptied from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S after every build .

  • Page 199: Pb-017-02 - Empty

    . Separate the cyclone filter particle collection flask from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S . Remove the centring ring . Refit the blanking plate to the cyclone filter particle outlet and secure with a quick-release clamp .

  • Page 200: Renam 500Q/T/D/S System - Shutdown

    H-5800-3693 PB-009 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system – Shutdown Note: If another build is to be built on the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system immediately, ignore this task and proceed to the next task . From any RenAMP screen select the "Function" button, circled in the upper left-hand corner (Figure 92) .

  • Page 201: Renam 500Q/T/D/S System - Power Down

    Select "PC Control" . This will display the "PC Control" dialog (Figure 94) . Select "Shutdown" to shutdown the PC . Note: Do not carry out the task PB-010 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system – Power down, until the PC has shutdown completely .

  • Page 202: Chiller - Power Down

    H-5800-3693 PB-011 – Chiller – Power down Note: If another build is to be built on the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system immediately, ignore this task and proceed to the next task . Note: The chiller must have been running for a minimum of three hours before starting a build . This is to ensure that the optical module is at the optimum operating temperature .

  • Page 203: Build Plate Parts - Remove

    The choice of removal method (water jet, bandsaw, wire erosion, etc) is dependent upon the build material, type of build, etc . Contact Renishaw using the "Contact details" in Section 4 .7 if you need advice or assistance in selecting the correct method of part removal to suit your AM application .

  • Page 204: Heat Treatment Of Parts (Optional) - Set-Up

    INCONEL® for example), it is essential that the inert gas is argon . • Renishaw can supply furnace foil wrap (part number P-HT01-0001) . This is used to provide an extra layer of protection when used in conjunction with an inert gas box .
  • Page 205 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Fold and cover approximately 1/4 of the part (Figure 99) . Figure 99 Fold and cover Flip the part over and fold the remaining foil under (Figure 100) . Figure 100 Fold remaining foil under Issue 02-A...
  • Page 206 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Crimp any open ends of the foil parcel (Figure 101) . Figure 101 Crimp any open ends Flip the part over again (Figure 102) . Figure 102 Flip over part again 10-72 Issue 02-A...
  • Page 207 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Fold over the edges (Figure 103) . Figure 103 Fold over edges The part is now fully wrapped (Figure 104) . Figure 104 Part fully wrapped Issue 02-A 10-73...
  • Page 208 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Place the fully wrapped part in a furnace box (Figure 105) . Figure 105 Place the part in furnace box With the part in the furnace box, cover with an additional piece of furnace foil that extends to the edges of the furnace box (Figure 106) .
  • Page 209 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 10 . Fit the lid to the furnace box and place the box in the furnace (Figure 107) . Figure 107 Fit the lid to the furnace box and place in furnace WARNING: ENSURE THE FURNACE IS OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 210: Occasional Tasks

    Large safe change filter element – Remove Operator OT-007 Large safe change filter element – Refit Operator OT-008 Large safe change filter assembly – Refit Operator OT-009 Chiller fluid – Remove Operator OT-010 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system – Restart Operator 10-76 Issue 02-A...

  • Page 211: Chiller Fluid Level - Top-Up

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide OT-001 – Chiller fluid level – Top-up On the front of the chiller unscrew the filler cap, circled (Figure 108) . Figure 108 SMC Pneumatics chiller coolant filler Top-up the chiller to the "H" mark using pre-mixed Nalco chiller fluid (part no . P-HX04-0003) (Figure 109) .

  • Page 212: Argon Gas Cylinder - Replace

    50 bar (725 psi) at the start of a build, consider replenishing the gas supply . Note: The following text describes a typical gas cylinder available in the UK . The size and type of gas cylinder and gas regulator may be different in the geographic area where your RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system is located .

  • Page 213: Powder Flask - Fill

    . Caution: Do not exceed 10 bar (145 psi) gas supply pressure to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system. Exceeding 10 bar (145 psi) will cause the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system to stop due to a gas overpressure alarm.
  • Page 214 WARNING: DO NOT LOAD POWDER DIRECTLY FROM THE SUPPLIER'S CONTAINER INTO THE RenAM 500Q/T/D/S – POWDER MUST FIRST BE DECANTED INTO A POWDER FLASK. WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FILL THE RenAM 500Q/T/D/S WHILE THE SYSTEM IS UNDER VACUUM. WARNING: WHEN USING TITANIUM POWDER THE SILICA DESICCANT BAG MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE SUPPLIER CONTAINER TO PREVENT IT BEING TRANSFERRED INTO A POWDER FLASK.

  • Page 215: Large Safe Change Filter Assembly - Remove

    11 . Remove the quick-release clamp securing the two isolation valve KF flanges and separate the powder bottle and flask . 12 . The powder is now ready to be loaded into the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . OT-005 – Large safe change filter assembly – Remove...
  • Page 216 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Note: From the front of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system, with the filter access door open, filter 1 is on the left-hand side and filter 2 is on the right-hand side . The "Filters" pane (Figure 110) enables you to set whether the large safe change filters are "Present"...
  • Page 217 AM system . Renishaw recommend that this task is risk assessed in accordance with the users local rules before it is carried out .
  • Page 218 (Figure 112) . Figure 112 Renishaw silo lift, shown here with a substrate lifting plate (left) and safe change filter wall bracket (right) If using the Renishaw silo lift, move the large safe change filter assembly to a suitable location with water tap and hose pipe fitting .
  • Page 219 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Figure 113 Passivation tank with KF50 flange 14 . Secure the two KF50 flanges with a quick-release clamp . 15 . Ensure the passivation tank and large safe change filter assembly are secured against movement as the centre of gravity is above the support equipment .
  • Page 220 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 17 . Place a bucket or suitable receptacle such as a dirty filter disposal drum underneath the dirty large safe change filter assembly . This is to capture dirty water flowing from the safe change filter assembly . 18 .
  • Page 221 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 20 . Check the water level . If the water level is still in the tank continue to step 21 . If the water level has fallen below the passivation tank, fill it to approximately one-third full and repeat from step 19 .

  • Page 222: Large Safe Change Filter Element - Remove

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 24 . Release the quick-release clamp securing the two KF50 flanges of the passivation tank and large safe change filter assembly and separate the two . 25 . Clean the passivation tank inside and out using class 3 IPA and a disposable cloth, and wipe dry . Store the passivation tank in a suitable location .
  • Page 223 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Figure 118 Dirty filter disposal drum If the drum is empty, fill it with enough water to submerge the filter element . If processing aluminium, add a 5% solution of Hydra-Sol-MAG additive (Part number 791930000) .
  • Page 224 Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 Lift the access cover off the large safe change filter assembly (Figure 120) . Due to the close fit between the access cover and the filter, the filter may be attached to the access cover, separate as necessary .
  • Page 225 10 . To reduce system down time, Renishaw recommends that spare large safe change filter assemblies are kept in a state ready to be installed in the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system when required . 11 . After cleaning the filter chamber, access cover and filter support plate, they will need to dry before they can be reassembled and reused .

  • Page 226: Large Safe Change Filter Element - Refit

    Chapter 10: Operation H-5800-3693 OT-007 – Large safe change filter element – Refit Caution: Never refit a used filter. Once the filter chamber is fully dry, fit a filter support plate to the filter and install them into the filter chamber as follows .

  • Page 227: Large Safe Change Filter Assembly - Refit

    Grip the large safe change filter assembly handle with the right hand and support the weight at the base with the left hand . Lift the large safe change filter assembly on to the support bracket in the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system, and slide it fully home (Figure 125) .
  • Page 228 Setup" in the "Filters" pane identify which large safe change filter has been replaced . Note: From the front of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system, with the filter access door open, filter 1 is on the left-hand side and filter 2 is on the right-hand side .

  • Page 229: Chiller Fluid - Remove

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide OT-009 – Chiller fluid – Remove Ensure the over-full chiller is powered down and electrically isolated . At the rear of the chiller is a drain plug (Figure 127) . Figure 127 Chiller drain plug Place a suitable tray under the drain plug .

  • Page 230: Renam 500Q/T/D/S System - Restart

    Close the drain plug . Dispose of any drained-off fluid in accordance with applicable local legislation and rules . OT-010 – RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system – Restart It is sometimes possible to restart a build if a build has halted .

  • Page 231: Chapter 11 - Preventative Maintenance Schedule

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . It is important that the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S is maintained so that its performance does not deteriorate to the extent that it puts people at risk or adversely impacts on any applicable warranty .

  • Page 232: Personal Protective Equipment

    PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND FULL-LENGTH CLOTHING, BEFORE YOU START ANY MAINTENANCE TASK. Note: Renishaw recommends that full-length clothing is made from non-static-generating fabric such as cotton (avoid wool and synthetic fabrics) . Avoid turn-ups or pockets that may trap powder . Refer to NFPA 484 for details .

  • Page 233: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Preventative Maintenance Schedule

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide 11.3 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S preventative maintenance schedule The method statements for all operator preventative maintenance tasks are contained in Chapter 12 . Equipment Maintenance Periodicity Skill Task activity level number RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system Inspect 1 week Operator...

  • Page 234: Ancillary Equipment Preventative Maintenance Schedule

    It is essential that records are made and kept of any and all maintenance that is carried out on your RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . Good maintenance record keeping is essential to ensure that any modifications, repairs, system configuration modifications, etc, are known about . This can help with future upgrades, fault-finding, repairs, etc .

  • Page 235: Two Week Tasks

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system Inspect Operator PM-001 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system Clean Operator PM-002 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S safety devices Check Operator PM-003 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system hoses and Check Operator PM-004 coolant system Process room Clean Operator PM-005 Build chamber viewing window Inspect Operator...
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  • Page 237: Chapter 12 - Preventative Maintenance Tasks

    The aim of this chapter is to describe, in the form of a method statement, the preventative maintenance tasks that must be carried out on the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . The list of preventative maintenance tasks and the periodicity at which they must be carried out is contained in Chapter 11 "Preventative maintenance schedule"...

  • Page 238: Preventative Maintenance Tasks

    Inspect the exterior of the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . Ensure there are no fluid leaks from the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S and chiller . Clean-up any fluid leaks . Ensure all doors are closed, they fit correctly, the locks function correctly and they are free from damage or defect .

  • Page 239: Renam 500Q/T/D/S Safety Devices - Check

    16 . Reset the "Emergency stop" . 17 . Ensure the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system is returned to the state it was in before the task started . 18 . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .

  • Page 240: Renam 500Q/T/D/S System Hoses And Coolant System - Check

    OT-001 . PM-004-03 – Post completion For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 . Record the completion of the maintenance task in the maintenance records .

  • Page 241: Process Room - Clean

    (avoid wool and synthetic fabrics) . Avoid turn-ups or pockets that may trap powder . Refer to NFPA 484 for details . Clean the process room where the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S is located and remove all traces of metal powder .

  • Page 242: Build Chamber Viewing Window - Inspect

    Ensure the window is clean, free of scratches, cracks, damage or defects . If the window is dirty, then clean it with IPA and a disposable cloth . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .

  • Page 243: User Guide - Check

    . If a label is missing or illegible, replace it with a new label . See Section 5 .4 .1 .2 "Laser safety labels" for details of the labels and their location on the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system .

  • Page 244: Pm-010-02 - Large Safe Change Filters

    PM-010-02 – Large safe change filters The RenAM 500Q/T/D/S is fitted with two large safe change filters . There are two isolation valves on each large safe change filter assembly, one on the system outlet (upper) and one on the filter outlet (lower) .

  • Page 245: Vacuum Pump Oil Level - Check

    . Ensure all hoses and pipework are free of damage and deformation . Turn on the gas supply to the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S and listen for leaks from the hoses and pipework . Pay particular attention to joints and connections .

  • Page 246: Lens Protection System - Clean

    Ensure all hoses and pipework are clear of walkways and do not cause an obstruction . Relocate any hoses and pipework causing an obstruction . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .
  • Page 247 RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Ensure that the build chamber has been emptied of metal powder and thoroughly cleaned in accordance with tasks PB-003 and PB-005 . Put on clean gloves . Take a new lens cleaning tissue (part number P-WI02-0002), apply optic cleaner (part number P-OPTA-0101) and clean the lens protection assembly outer metal housing (Figure 1) .

  • Page 248: Elevator Position Encoder And Reading Strip - Clean

    Chapter 12: Preventative maintenance tasks H-5800-3693 Figure 3 Blowing loose particles off using a manual blower Put on clean gloves . Take a lens cleaning tissue, fold it several times and apply optic cleaner . Gently wipe the lens protection window applying minimal pressure . Do not wipe back and forth or in a circular motion .
  • Page 249 "Elevator" maximise button . From the maximised view of the "Elevator" pane, select "Send elevator to top position . 11 . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .

  • Page 250: Vacuum Pump Gas Ballast Valve Filter - Check

    Check the cleanliness of the gas ballast valve filter . If the filter is dirty, it is no longer functioning correctly and must be replaced . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .
  • Page 251 "Elevator" maximise button . From the maximised view of the "Elevator" pane, select "Send elevator to top position" . 23 . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .

  • Page 252: Metal Powder Safety - Check

    Check that metal powder is being stored correctly in line with applicable safety data sheets, the metal powder supplier's recommendations, applicable local rules and legislation . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .

  • Page 253: Elevator Position Encoder Brush - Replace

    WARNING: DO NOT STARE AT THE LED LIGHT ASSEMBLY AS IT MAY BE HARMFUL TO THE EYES. Clean the glass window over the lights if necessary using IPA and a disposable cloth . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .
  • Page 254 Fit the new brush assembly to the hat, and secure to the encoder read head bracket with the M5 screw removed previously . Do not overtighten the M5 screw . For advice on repairs or to schedule a repair visit, contact Renishaw AMPD Service using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .

  • Page 255: Chapter 13 - Consumables Parts And Spare Parts

    RenAM 500Q/T/D/S user guide Chapter 13 – Consumables parts and spare parts Introduction The aim of this chapter is to provide a list of the consumables parts for the RenAM 500Q/T/D/S system . The consumable parts are those which are replaced on a regular basis, such as the recoater blade and large safe change filters which are replaced after every build .

  • Page 256: Consumable Parts

    Filter support bracket M-6252-0236 Powder flask 1 .7 l (103 cu/in) M-5774-0147 Powder flask 10 l (610 cu/in) M-5778-1370 Powder filter M-5778-3176 Glove box door fastener tool A-5774-0346 Renishaw powder adaptor P-PF07-0124 Renishaw powder adaptor KF50 to KF40 adaptor 13-2 Issue 02-A...

  • Page 257: Spare Parts

    AM system . Choose a Renishaw service and support option for peace of mind . For spare parts or to arrange a service visit contact your local Renishaw office using the contact details in Section 4 .7 .
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  • Page 260 Renishaw plc +44 (0)1785 285000 +44 (0)1785 285001 Brooms Road, Stone Business Park uk@renishaw .com Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 0SH United Kingdom www.renishaw.com For worldwide contact details, visit www.renishaw.com/contact *H-5800-3693-02* Issued: 05 .2018 Part no . H-5800-3693-02-A © 2019 Renishaw plc...

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