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Edge Sensor RF659 Series Manual

Edge Sensor RF659 Series Manual
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Edge Sensor RF659 Series Manual

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Safety Precautions: Ensure the use of specified supply voltage and interfaces. Power off the micrometer during cable connection/disconnection. Avoid using near strong light sources and keep sensor windows clean.
CE Compliance: The sensors comply with EU directives on electromagnetic compatibility and RoHS.
Laser Safety: The sensors use a Class 1 continuous LED light source.
General Information: Designed for non-contact measurement of object edges like tapes and plates.
Structure and Operating Principle: Utilizes a 'shadow' principle with a transmitter and receiver module to calculate edge positions.
Basic Technical Data:
  • Measuring Head: Type RF659, 30mm distance between transmitter and receiver, 7mm measurement range, ±20µm accuracy.
  • Controller: Type RF301D, supports two head pairs, 1500Hz update cycle, RS485 digital output.
Connection: Includes connectors for measuring heads, power, analog outputs, and RS485 interface.
Operating Procedure: Connect heads to the controller, apply voltage, and observe measurements on digital indicators.
Working with Parameters:
  • Settings Menu: Access by holding the Menu button for 3 seconds.
  • Zero Point: Sets the measurement starting point.
  • Technological Elements Ignoring Mode: Allows ignoring certain elements to ensure accurate edge measurement.
  • Debris Parameters: Sets optical signal threshold to detect contamination.
Analog Outputs: Two isolated channels with ±5V (±10) output.
Controller Settings for Transparent Objects: Specific settings for handling transparent materials.
LEDs and Alarm Outputs: Indicate operational status and errors.
Warranty Policy: Details on warranty coverage.
Revisions and Distributors: Information on document revisions and distributor contacts.
Specifications and Procedures: The document provides detailed instructions for configuring and operating the RF659 Series Edge Sensors. Key procedures include setting contamination level thresholds, adjusting signal levels, and configuring count direction and analog output polarity. The document emphasizes the importance of setting the current signal level to 100% under specific conditions, such as initial system startup or changes in wiring.
Signal and Output Configuration: Instructions are provided for configuring logic output thresholds, including setting lower and upper thresholds for measurement values. The document also details the process for resetting parameters to factory defaults and adjusting analog outputs using a voltmeter.
Working with Transparent Objects: Special settings are required for working with transparent objects due to their varying transparency levels. The document outlines a step-by-step algorithm for configuring the controller using the RF659SP program and an RS485 converter.
LEDs and Alarm Outputs: The status of alarm outputs is indicated by LEDs on the controller's front panel. The document describes the conditions under which these outputs are activated and how they affect the analog output operation.
Warranty and Revisions: The RF659 Series Edge Sensors come with a 24-month warranty from the date of operation. The document also notes revisions made to the technical data, connection procedures, and other sections as of June 26, 2018.
Distributors: A comprehensive list of distributors across various countries is provided, including contact information and specific product representations.
Overview: This document provides a comprehensive list of companies and their contact information across various countries, specializing in sensor technology and railway equipment. It includes details such as addresses, phone numbers, fax numbers, email addresses, and websites.
Key Sections:
  • Germany: Includes companies like ALTHEN GmbH Meß- und Sensortechnik and Finger KG, providing sensor technology solutions.
  • India: Lists companies such as Influx Big Data Solutions Pvt Ltd and Paragon Instrumentation Engineers Pvt. Ltd., focusing on railway instruments.
  • Poland: ASCO RAIL sp. z o.o. is highlighted as an exclusive representative for railway equipment.
  • USA, Canada, Mexico: Companies like Acuity Products of Schmitt Industries, Inc. and International Electronic Machines Corporation are noted for their focus on railway instruments.
Data Summary: The document includes multiple entries for each country, detailing the specific focus of each company, such as railway equipment or sensor technology. It also provides revision information for the RF659 Series Edge Sensors, indicating a focus on technical specifications and updates.
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EDGE SENSORS RF659 Series User's manual www.riftek.com [email protected]

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series Safety precautions · Use supply voltage and interfaces indicated in the sensor specifications. · In connection/disconnection of cables, the micrometer power must be switched off. · Do not use micrometers in locations close to powerful light sources. · Sensor windows should be kept clean. Do not clean the glass with abrasive and aggressive cleaning agents. · If the windows are accidentally touched with fingers, they should be wiped immediately. The sensors have been developed for use in industry and meet the requirements of the following Directives: · EU directive 2014/30/EU....

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series Basic technical data Measuring head Type Distance between transmitter and receiver, mm Measurement range, mm Accuracy, um Repeatability, um Temperature dependence Light source Power supply, V Power consumption, W (transmitter/receiver) Enclosure rating Environment resistance Vibration Shock Operation temperature, °С Relative humidity, % Housing/window material Weight with cable (cable length of 300 mm), gram Overall and mounting dimensions RF659 30 7 ±20 1 0.1% range/С° LED 5 0.5 IP40 20g/10…1000Hz, 6 hours, for each of XYZ axes 30 g / 6 ms -10…+60 5-95 aluminum / glass...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series Type Number of connected heads ("transmitter" - "receiver" pairs) Cycle of result updating, Hz Digital indication Resolution of digital indication, µm Digital output Analog outputs Resolution of analog outputs, µm Logic outputs Power supply, V Power consumption, W Housing material Weight, g Overall and mounting dimensions RF301D 2 1500 two five-digit displays 1, 10 RS485* two isolated channels, ±5V (±10), load >10 kOhm 2 eight isolated channels of npn - open collector 24 1.5 aluminum 200 see the figure * - RS485 is used to diagnose and configure the controller and measuring...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series The back side of the controller contains connectors for measuring heads, 8-pin connector for power, analog outputs and RS485 interface, and 9-pin connector for logical outputs (Fig. 2). Spring connector 1, numbering 'left to right' 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Designation +24V GND Isolated Analog Output 1 Isolated Analog Output 2 AGND DATA+ (RS485) DATA- (RS485) GND Designation Isolated Alarm1 Channel 1 Isolated Alarm2 Channel 1 Isolated Threshold Low1 Isolated Threshold High1 Isolated Alarm1 Channel 2 Isolated Alarm2 Channel 2 Isolated Threshold Low2 Isolated Threshold High2 Isolated...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series Working with parameters Parameter control buttons and LED indicators are placed on the front panel of the controller, Fig. 3. Parametrization is performed for each channel separately. Press the Channel button to select the channel. Selected channel is indicated by the corresponding LED. Settings menu To enter the settings menu, you need to hold the Menu button pressed for 3 seconds. Zero point This parameter sets the measurement starting point within the measuring range. After Zero Point is set, the measurement result (in the digital display and analog output) is displayed...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series the material edge position. The device has the ability to ignore the technological objects in the measurement process to ensure stable control of the main edge position. Press the Channel button and select the channel. The current channel number is highlighted by LED. Enter the menu, select "tEI.x" using the arrows, and press Enter to enter the submenu. Detection threshold Detection threshold sets a value, going beyond that is considered as the time of technological element detection. The parameter sets positive and negative thresholds simultaneously, i.e. if parameter...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series 'Debris' parameters The Debris parameter is intended for setting the threshold value of the optical signal. If the values of the optical signal of the sensor are below the threshold, the display shows the "AL2" error message that signalizes of unacceptable contamination level. ATTENTION! When setting the Debris parameter, make sure that there are no objects within the control zone and the windows of the receiver and transmitter are clean. Object is absent. Signal Level > Debris Level. No dirt. AL2=OFF Object is absent. Signal Level < Debris Level. Window of measuring...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series To exit the settings menu, press the Esc button. You will be prompted to exit without saving to FLASH by the "CAnCEL" message. To save parameters to FLASH, select "SAUE" and press Enter. 'Count direction' parameter Default count direction is conducted from top down (Fig. a). If necessary, the count direction can be changed. Press the Channel button and select the channel. The current channel number is highlighted by LED. Enter the menu, select "dIr.x" using the arrows, and press the Enter button in order to enter the submenu. To edit the parameter, use the Up and Down...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series Logic output thresholds The controller is equipped with logical outputs (two logical outputs for each channel). These logical outputs signalize about going beyond the upper and lower measurement thresholds. Press the Channel button and select the channel. The current channel number is highlighted by LED. Enter the menu, select "LOUt.x" using the arrows, and press the Enter button in order to enter the submenu. Lower threshold The Threshold Low logical output is an isolated output of the open collector type (n-p-n). It is set to the active state when the measurement...

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Edge Sensors. RF659 Series - Press Enter to go to the next parameter. - Display 1 shows the "AOLo.2" message. Display 2 shows the parameter value. - Connect the voltmeter to terminals AO2 and AGnd. - Use the arrow buttons to set the parameter value so that the voltage at the analog output AO2 is set to -5V. - Press Enter to go to the next parameter. - Display 1 shows the "AOHi.2" message. Display 2 shows the parameter value. - Use the arrow buttons to set the parameter value so that the voltage at the analog output AO2 is set to 5V. - Press Enter. - To save the changes, select "SAUE" using the...

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