ProtoMat 95s/II (04/99) Manual English version Copyright 1999 LPKF Laser & Electronics AG All rights reserved LPKF Laser &am
10 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 2.8 Machine orientation + x+ y123456...77b7a LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II: the x-axis has th
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 11 2.9 LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II displays and connections POWERLPKF ProtoMat 95s/II15746832 Front view of the LPKF ProtoMat 95
12 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II IO1212234 5 7 811 14916131718110615 Rear view of the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II Description of the rear panel: 1. Pneumatic sys
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 13 14327568 Side view of the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II 1. Plotter head 2. Hood limit switch connection 3. 6 bar port for connect
14 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 2.10 The hood and pneumatic port The LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II is normally supplied with the hood pre-assembled. More detailed
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 15 123456 Water trap with pressure reducer 1. 12 bar (max.) compressed air inlet from the compressor 2. 6 bar compressed a
16 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 2.11 What is LPKF BoardMaster used for? The data required to drive the plotters is generated by postprocessing with LPKF
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 17 3 Setup 3.1 Before switching on Caution You must ensure that the voltage set on the machine corresponds with the mains li
18 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II If, for whatever reason, it should be necessary to switch the machine off and back on, you must switch briefly to the Board
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 19 3.3 Preparing the tools 3.3.1 The spacer ring press All tools must be fitted with spacer rings to ensure the precise pi
2 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II User qualifications The user must have received training in the operation of the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II. It is also absolute
20 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 3.3.2 Functions in BoardMaster 3.3.2.1 The Tool Magazine I/O Status dialogue box Click on CONFIGURATION, STATUS in the Boar
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 21 MAIN CLAMP AT EXCHANGE POSITION defines the position of the plotter head over the transfer station, AUXILIARY CLAMP AT E
22 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II The STOP AFTER TOOL CHANGE check box is activated if, for example, a tool's milling depth has to be adjusted. The butt
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 23 6. Only those tools which have been previously assigned may be inserted in the tool magazine. The tools must be inserted
24 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 3.6 Functional test using LPKF BoardMaster Caution Make sure that no other persons are working on the machine while the
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 25 3.7 HOME position and registration hole system The HOME position must be on the machine's axis of symmetry (regist
26 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 3.8 Checking and correcting the HOME position The test file NULL-PKT.LMD is supplied with the installation program to sim
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 27 6. Right-click on the project. The PLACEMENT dialogue box opens. Specify the position in the ORIGIN POINT box as x=
28 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 14. Perform a visual check to ensure that the milled channel passes precisely around the centre point of the hole.
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ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 3 Table of contents 1.1 Ratings for the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II...
30 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 15. The HOME position must be corrected if the milled line does not pass exactly through the centre point. This can be don
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 31 3.9 Programming the HOME position in LPKF BoardMaster The HOME position for the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II must be program
32 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 3.10 Making a new registration hole system The registration holes in the red registration hole strip become larger over ti
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 33 Switch on the motor by clicking and (raise/lower head) to drill a hole approximately 4 mm deep. The head may need to be
34 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 4 Computer-controlled functions 4.1 Connection to a PC The LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II has two serial ports. The first (25-pin
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 35 4.2 LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II commands 4.3 Command structure The SMCU (Signal Processor Control Unit) control unit in the ma
36 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II ER (x,y){;} Edge Rectangle Relative Draws a rectangle defined by two corner points diagonally opposite each other. The firs
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 37 4.3.2 Special commands All special commands begin with the "!" character and their syntax is otherwise the same
38 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II !RD (a){;} Read Port Effects the reading of the input port with the address a=<0..15>. The data is output as an ASCII
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 39 4.3.3 Special command for the high-frequency spindle Before communication with the high-frequency spindle can take place
4 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 5 Tools, material and accessories 41 5.1 Tools...
40 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 4.4 Reprogramming the machine data You will have to re-enter the PAUSE or HOME position data in the machine settings if th
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 41 5 Tools, material and accessories 5.1 Tools Tools for the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II have a diameter of 1/8 inch and two diff
42 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 5.2 Materials used for machining In general all board materials supplied by LPKF can be used for machining. You are free t
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 43 6 Stages in milling and drilling 6.1 Securing the PCB on the machine bed Make 3.0 mm or 3.05 mm diameter congruent reg
44 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 6.2 The mechanical working depth limiter Caution Keep your fingers clear of the machine's traverse range during op
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 45 6.3 Functional elements on the plotter head 12561011891213141571634 Side view of plotter head 1. Valves 2. Adjuster for
46 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 4683712591011 Top view of plotter head 1. 6 bar compressed-air connection from pneumatic system unit 2. Extraction wit
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 47 6.4 Drilling Twist drill Caution Make sure that the board is secured in position before drilling. Switch on the vacuum
48 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II The milling depth must be set as large (deep) as possible in all cases. If only the extreme milling cutter tip (<0.2 mm
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 49 6.7 Milling wide isolation channels and rubouts Double-edged cutter (end-mill) Wide isolation channels and rubout are
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 5 1 Introduction The LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II circuit board plotter is a system for creating circuit board prototypes and engrav
50 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 6.10 Milling layout films LPKF RF Cutter • Layout films may be machined with LPKF RF Cutters. • Secure the film base (ple
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 51 6.10.2 Removing the coating When removing coatings, only treat one film per container to prevent any damage of the seco
52 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 6.11 Tool libraries in BoardMaster BoardMaster can be loaded with a previously created library of various tools as an aid t
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 53 6.12 Board material In principle, all board materials can be machined although the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II is not intended
54 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 6.13 Cleaning the PCB Before components are mounted, the finished PCB must be thoroughly cleaned. This can be done manuall
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 55 6.14 Tutorial on creating a printed circuit board It is assumed that the relevant milling data has already been loaded
56 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 16. Once the holes of the current diameter have been drilled, the next tool is fitted in the same way. 17. When the drillin
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 57 6.15 Practical tips • Set the milling depth such that engraving is too deep rather than too shallow. Insufficient depth
58 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II Tip: We recommend that you punch-mark small diameter holes before drilling. The MARKINGDRILLS phase in BoardMaster is inte
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 59 7 Appendix 7.1 Maintenance Keep spindles clean. In rooms with a high air humidity, wipe down with a lightly oiled cloth
6 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 2 General information 2.1 Scope of supply 1. One LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II machine unit with integrated electronic circuitry 2.
60 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 7.2 SerialPort 1 serial connection The SeralPort1 serial data channel is an RS 232-C standard port with electrical isolat
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 61 7.4 Connecting the stepping motors The stepping motors are connected per axis via a 15-pole SUB-D plug. If a limit swit
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64 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II Three pneumatic hoses will be found on the underside of the front of the machine revealed. The right hose connection light
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66 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 3. Open the SERVICE window in the CONFIGURATION \ TOOL MAGAZINE menu. 4. Now click on SERVICE. The following window appe
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 67 The plotter head collet closes and grips the tool. 10. Shift the entire Tool magazine window down the screen until you ca
68 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 20. Now click on CLOSE in the COLLET window. The collet clamps the tool in the auxiliary gripper. 21. Now repeat position a
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 69 Take care that the orientation of the EPROMs is correct.
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 7 2.4 Safety regulations The user must have read this manual, paying particular attention to the safety instructions printe
70 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 7.8 ProtoMat 95s/II and AutoContac As with all LPKF circuit board plotters, the ProtoMat 95s/II may be retrofitted with t
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 71 7.9 Switching the device voltage, electrical fuses Caution Make sure that the mains connector is removed before wor
72 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 7.10 Removing the electronics unit The control unit must be isolated from the mechanism. First move the plotter head to th
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 73 View of the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II circuit boards 1. Mains filter 2. Transformer 3. Transformer connection 4. Plotter
74 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II The secondary circuits are protected by microfuses (medium slow) as follows: Fuse Type Power circuit F701 3.15 A Power h
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 75 7.11 Table of available tools Tools marked with an asterisk (*) are available for the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II. Name Diameter
76 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 7.12 Replacement parts for the ProtoMat 95s/II Replacement part Order number SMCU complete with housing for ProtoMat 95s/
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 77 7.13 Concluding remarks As a rule, the machine recommendations 93 / 44 of the European Community, dated June 14, 1993 app
78 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 8 Index A Asynchronous interface ...
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 79 K Konformitätserklärung ...77
8 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 2.6 Installation Care must be taken when unpacking the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II. 1. First loosen the securing bolts. (See secu
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ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 81 8.1 Declaration of conformity for the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II 1. The manufacturer of the machine identified as the LPKF Pro
82 Manual ProtoMat 95s/II 8.2 Konformitätserklärung für LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II 1. Hersteller der mit LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II bezeichneten Maschine ist d
ProtoMat 95s/II Manual 9 41235 Transport securing devices on the LPKF ProtoMat 95s/II Description of the transport securing devices 1. Securing d
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