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BK MIKRO9

Control System for Tool Breakage and Object Monitoring with PROFIBUS Interface or Digital I/Os

BK MIKRO9 integrates almost all features of the known BK MIKRO systems. It is usable for tool monitoring and object or free space monitoring purposes.

The MIKRO9 system contents

  • A control unit (BK MIKRO91, BK MIKRO92 oder BK MIKRO93; BK MIKRO9I/O as option)
  • A scnanner (TK 7A/RL, TK 8A, TK91A)
  • Connection cable

BK MIKRO 9

  • Profibus
    All options and parameters (scanning angles, tolerances) will be managed by the Profibus master (PLC). The BK MIKRO9 system is fully featured.
  • Parameterization with Desktop Software and Digital I/Os
    All tool and object parameters will be managed with the desktop software and transmitted via USB to the control unit, which communicates with the PLC. Up to 512 tools or object data can be stored with the additional I/O module. The BK MIKRO9 system is fully featured.
  • Basic Function and Digital I/Os
    Für eine einfache Handhabung auch ohne PC können die wichtigsten Funktionen auf dem
    Erweiterungsmodul eingestellt werden. Hier erfolgt die Ansteuerung der 512 möglichen
    Objekte/Werkzeuge ebenfalls über die SPS.

Further Features :

  • The number of the nominal values which have to be interrogated is unlimited (digital I/Os: 512 tools max.). A single control system is therefore also sufficient if a processing centre is, for example, extended by a further tool magazine.
  • The angles measured by the scanner are transmitted to the control over PROFIBUS for evaluation. If the actual value differs from the nominal value, the production process is stopped by the control.
  • Diagnostic features easy accessible with the desktop software.
  • Axial scanning of the tool tip possible
  • Different types of tools can be checked for damage and correct place in a magazine
  • Wands up to 610 mm length for more space between scanner and tool
  • Scanning in clockwise or counter-clockwise direction (depends on scanner version)
  • Reverse travel monitoring
  • 8 steps for scanning intensity
  • Cable breakage detection
  • No impact on work process time
  • Air barrier adapter as option to use the tool monitoring system system in surroundings with aggressive coolants

Technical data scanners

  TK7A/RL TK8A TK91A
Housing Anodized aluminum Anodized aluminum Anodized aluminum
Protection type IP 67 IP 67 IP 67
Wand length 165 mm (Standard), Durchm.: 1,2 mm, Tastnadel austauschbar
  • 380 mm with scanning plate 80 mm x 15 mm
  • 284 mm with scanning plate 65 mm x 15 mm
  • exchangeable wand

Up to 610 mm with plate 120 mm x 15 mm

Scanning angle
  • max. 270° (-A)
  • max. 360° (-RL)
 max. 300° (with backstop) max. 300° (with backstop)
Connection (control unit) Small circular connector M12x1, 8 pin Small circular connector M12x1, 8 pin Small circular connector M12x1, 8 pin
Ambient temperature 0°C up to +80°C 0°C up to +80°C 0°C up to +80°C
Scanning cycles > 5 million at minimum scanning intensity > 5 million at minimum scanning intensity > 5 million at minimum scanning intensity

Technical data control units unit

  BK MIKRO91, 92, 93 BK MIKRO9I/O
Housing / protection type Insulating material, protection class II, built-in unit, IP 20 Insulating material, protection class II, built-in unit, IP 20
Dimensions (WxHxD) 22.6 mm x 99 mm x 113.6 mm 22.6 mm x 99 mm x 113.6 mm
Case mountings Sectional rail, 35 mm, to DIN EN 50022 Sectional rail, 35 mm, to DIN EN 50022
Power supply voltage 24 V DC ±20% Imax = 0,4 A -
Power consumption Max. 10 VA -
Control voltage 24 V DC ±20% 24 V DC ±20%
Inputs Galvanically isolated, Input current 5 mA approx., Pulse duration 30 ms min. Galvanically isolated, Input current 5 mA approx., Pulse duration 30 ms min.
Switched outputs 2x 30 V DC, 2 A max. 2 High Side Switch 0,5 A max.
Operational life of relay Min. 105 switching cycles -
Connections
  • power supply
  • control inputs
  • relay outputs
  • scanner: small circular socket, 8 pin
  • Mini USB
  • PROFIBUS: SUB-D socket, 9 pins (only 91 Premium)
  • 10 inputs
  • 2 outputs (with power supply)
Climatological conditions Classification 3K3 according to EN 50178 Classification 3K3 according to EN 50178
Ambient temperature 0°C up to +50°C 0°C up to +50°C

Subject to technical modifications and amendments.

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