BASIC
Q40 to Q47
Questions&
Answers
about LASER MARKERS
VOL.5
SETTINGS3
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Q40 How do I connect external devices?
An example of a typical installation is shown below.
System Configuration
Controller
Head
Console
Sensor
Rotary
encoder
USB hardware key
Front
PC card slot
MC-P1 console
RS-232C/RS-422A interface
PC
PLC
RS-232C/RS-422A interface
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Q41 How do I connect timing sensors?
Examples of sensor connections are shown below.
Input and output supports both NPN and PNP, and allows them to be used simultaneously.
■ NPN Output sensor connection example ■ NPN Output sensor connection example
GND 40: Power supply GND GND 40: Power supply GND
Power Supply 39: +24V power supply Power Supply 39: +24V power supply
Output 38: Marking start input Output 38: Marking start input
8: Input GND 8: Input GND
Shorting bar
6: +24V GND 6: +24V GND
Shorting bar Shorting bar
4: Input COM 4: Input COM
Shorting bar
2: +24V 2: +24V
Sensor Laser marker terminal block Sensor Laser marker terminal block
* Contact KEYENCE for advice on selecting the best sensors to suit your needs.
Head
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Will marking with the laser in an upside down orientation
Q43 cause any problems?
Since KEYENCE laser marker heads
can be mounted at any angle, there are
no problems.
* When shipped, the terminals are shorted together by means of a connecting bar.
28 14
Shutter control input A Input GND
26 16
Input GND Shutter control input
16 A15
Shutter control input A Input GND
14 A16
Input GND Shutter control input A
Interlock
* The ML-G9300 and MD-H9800 Series control is via a single circuit: the laser control input terminal (terminal no. 10).
WARNING: The laser control interlock should not be used when the door to the enclosure needs to be opened frequently.
Contact Keyence for alternative measures.
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I want to move the laser to another factory.
Q46 What should I be aware of when packing it?
Laser markers are high-precision devices.
Packaging supplied by KEYENCE or a similar substitute must be used
when transporting laser markers.
Filter Filter
Use a mild detergent to clean the air filter and let it dry naturally (do not apply heat).
* Replacement filters are available. Consult your nearest KEYENCE office for details.
Service Parts
Maintenance work on laser markers must be performed by technicians who possess specialist
electrical knowledge.
Air Filter Prevents dust from entering Replace or clean the filter when it gets dirty or dusty.
(OP-80107) the cooling unit Replace if ripped or damaged.
Lithium Watch Battery Battery for internal clock Replace when low battery warning occurs.
CR2032
*1 Use fuses that satisfy the following ratings and are also EN standards compliant for the CE mark model (ML-Z9500C).
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