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ATH 1300/1600 M-MT
MAGLEV HYBRID TURBOMOLECULAR PUMPS
User’s Manual

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General IconGeneral
BrandAlcatel Vacuum Technology
ModelAdixen ATH 1600 MT
CategoryWater Pump
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Welcome

Applications

Lists applications like semiconductor processes and research.

Advantages

Highlights features such as high throughput, quiet operation, reliability.

Introduction to the ATH 1300 M/MT - 1600 M/MT and associated ACT controller

The pump operating principle

Explains how the turbomolecular pump operates.

Pump overview

General description of the pump's features and components.

ACT 1300 M controller

Details about the ACT 1300 M controller.

Accessories

Lists available accessories for the pump.

Technical characteristics

Provides detailed technical specifications of the pumps.

Certificate of compliance SEMI S2-93 A

Document certifying compliance with SEMI S2-93 A standards.

Start-up

Safety instructions

Essential safety guidelines before operating the pump.

Unpacking and storage

Procedures for unpacking and storing the pump.

Pump connections to an installation

Guidance on connecting the pump to a system.

Inlet and exhaust connections

Details on connecting the inlet and exhaust ports.

Air inlet valve connection (option)

Instructions for connecting the optional air inlet valve.

Nitrogen purge device connection

How to connect the nitrogen purge device.

Water cooling connection

Information on connecting the water cooling system.

Heating band connection

Details on connecting the heating band.

Electrical connections

How to make electrical connections for the pump and controller.

"Dry contacts" connector wiring

Wiring for the dry contacts connector.

"Inputs/Outputs" connector wiring

Wiring for the inputs/outputs connector.

"Rem." connector wiring

Wiring for the remote connector.

RS 232 or RS 485 serial link wiring

How to wire RS 232 or RS 485 serial links.

Detailed description of RS commands

Explains commands for RS232 and RS485 communication.

Operation

Safety instructions

Safety guidelines for operating the pump.

Controller start-up

Steps to start up the controller.

Configuring the controller for the application

How to configure the controller for specific applications.

Controlling the pump using the controller front panel

Operating the pump via the controller's front panel.

"Local" and "Remote" mode operation

How to operate the pump in local or remote modes.

"Ext. safety" contact operation

How the external safety contact functions.

"INH" inhibit mode operation

How the inhibit mode operates.

Maintenance

Safety instructions

Safety guidelines for maintenance procedures.

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and resolve pump issues.

Maintenance instructions

Shipping procedure for contaminated pumps

Procedures for safely shipping contaminated pumps.

Maintenance components

Spare parts - Instructions of use

Information on using spare parts.

First level maintenance parts

List of common maintenance parts.

Appendix

Pumping curves

Graphs showing pump performance at different pressures.

Safety questionnaire

Questionnaire for returning equipment for service.

Declaration of conformity

Document confirming compliance with standards.

Introduction to the ATH 1300 M/MT - ATH 1600 M/MT and associated ACT controller

1 magnetically levitated hybrid turbo pump

Basic description of the pump technology.

Maintenance free

Indicates that the pump requires no routine maintenance.

Introduction to the ATH 1300 M/MT - ATH 1600 M/MT and associated ACT controller

ACT 1300 M controller

Detailed information on the ACT 1300 M controller.

Convenient interface Handy keyboard; Alphanumeric display.

Description of the controller's user interface.

The pump operating principle

The pump operating principle

3 controlled translations (X, Y, Z)

Illustration of controlled translations.

2 controlled rocking (X, Y)

Illustration of controlled rocking.

The pump operating principle

The back-up bearings They are dry-lubricated ceramic ball bearings.

Description of the back-up bearings and their use.

The pump operating principle

Pump overview

Standard version ATH 1300 M ATH 1600 M Gas purge

Overview of the standard pump versions with gas purge.

ATH 1300 MT ATH 1600 MT The built-in heater band

Overview of the MT versions with built-in heater band.

Pump overview

ACT 1300 M controller

Compact and functional Dimension: 1/2 Rack. Weigth: 8.5 kg (18 lb).

Physical dimensions and weight of the controller.

Convenient interface The front panel of the unit consists of:

Description of the controller's front panel interface.

Parameter selection and configuration keys

Keys for parameter selection and configuration.

Manual control keys

Keys for manual pump control.

ACT 1300 M controller

The rear panel of the unit consists of:

Components on the rear panel of the controller.

1 Power supply connector

Connector for the power supply.

2 Pump connector

Connector for the pump.

4 Analog output and RS 485 serial link (Wiring characteristics on B 100.)

Connections for analog output and RS485 serial link.

7 Grounding

Grounding connection instructions.

The accessories

Pump accessories Screen filter

Description and part numbers for screen filters.

Purge flow reduction device

Device to reduce purge gas flow rate.

Isolation valve at inlet pump

Valve to maintain vacuum during reset.

Air inlet valve and cable

Valve to slow down pump safely and its cable.

The accessories

Controller accessories Connection cable

Interconnecting cables for pump and controller.

Power line cable

Cable to connect controller to power supply.

Thermostatic cable

Interconnecting cable for heating band and controller.

The technical characteristics

The performances of the pumps

Performance data for ATH 1300 M/MT and ATH 1600 M/MT pumps.

The technical characteristics

Controller characteristics Model characteristics ACT 1300 M

Technical specifications of the ACT 1300 M controller.

Controller dimensions

Dimensional drawings of the ACT 1300 M controller.

The technical characteristics

Pump dimensions ATH 1300 M/MT DN 200 ISO-F

Dimensional data for ATH 1300 M/MT pumps with DN 200 ISO-F.

The technical characteristics

Pump dimensions ATH 1600 M/MT DN 200 ISO-F

Dimensional data for ATH 1600 M/MT pumps with DN 200 ISO-F.

The technical characteristics

Water valve dimensions

Dimensions of the water valve.

Air inlet valve dimensions

Dimensions of the air inlet valve.

Certificate of compliance SEMI S2-93 A

Safety instructions

General safety warnings

Crucial safety precautions before operation and installation.

Electrical installation compliance

Requirements for electrical installation grounding.

Product modification disclaimer

Alcatel's disclaimer regarding product modifications.

Emergency Stop and Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO)

Information on missing EMO and LO/TO devices.

Electrical shock warning

Warning about electrical shock risk from rotating parts.

Safety instructions

EMC performance and magnetic field levels

Guidelines for EMC performance and magnetic field exposure.

Handling precautions

Warnings regarding capacitor discharge and handling heavy objects.

Tilting risk warning

Precautions against tilting during handling and operation.

Safety instructions

Pump as compressor warning

Warning about using the pump as a compressor and manual study.

Rotor access and interlock warnings

Dangers of accessing the rotor and importance of interlocks.

Leaktightness and dangerous gases

User responsibility for maintaining leaktightness with dangerous gases.

Process pump safety for purge flow

Safety measures for process pumps regarding purge flow.

Safety instructions

Flammable and toxic gas handling

Safety measures for handling flammable/toxic gases with exhaust monitoring.

Hot surface warning

Warning about hot surfaces and necessary precautions.

Safety interlock and overload protection

How the safety interlock and overload protection work.

Safety instructions

Surface warnings (Hot, Heavy, Hazardous Voltage)

Explains various warning labels on the pump housing.

Pumped process gas hazards

Hazards related to pumped process gases and maintenance by trained personnel.

Pump connection to installation safety

Recommendation to secure the turbopump installation for safety.

Unpacking and storage

Unpacking procedures and packaging retention

Instructions for careful unpacking and keeping packaging.

Tilting risk during handling

Precautions for tilting risk during handling and operation.

Equipment components illustration

Illustration of pump, controller, and cables.

Unpacking and storage

Packaging contents (accessories, controller, pump)

Details on what is included in the packaging.

Handling weights (Controller, Pump)

Weight information for handling the controller and pump.

Pump storage conditions

Recommendations for storing the pump and its connections.

Controller storage temperature

Recommended storage temperature for the controller.

Pump connections to an installation

Securing MAGLEV pump installation

Importance of securing the pump installation for user safety.

Installation specifications

General specifications for installing the pump.

Pump connection instructions

Instructions for connecting the pump according to items 1, 2, 3.

Pump connections to an installation

Worst Case Turbo Pump Crash Scenario Definitions

Definitions of crash scenario loads.

Axial loads (a)

Description of axial loads on the system.

Bending moment (b)

Description of bending moments on the system.

Torque (c)

Description of torque transmitted to the system.

Loads transmitted to the system (item 1)

Illustration of loads transmitted to the system.

Pump connections to an installation

Loads transmitted to the system (cont.)

Graphs showing transmitted forces on test bench for ATH 1300 M and 1600 M.

Pump connections to an installation

Inlet flange installation conditions (item 2)

Requirements for inlet flange installation and bolt tightening.

Recommended flange types (ISO-F or CF-F)

Recommendation to use ISO-F or CF-F flanges over ISO-K.

Pump connections to an installation

Equipment installation conditions (item 3) Option

Optional equipment installation conditions for frame rigidity.

Pump connections to an installation

The pump can operate in any position

Illustration showing pump can operate in any position.

Inlet and exhaust connections

Vacuum connections

Precautions for vacuum connections and handling corrosive gases.

At inlet: Screen filter

Instructions for installing the screen filter accessory.

Mounting of the insertable inlet flange

Steps for mounting the insertable inlet flange.

Inlet and exhaust connections

Secondary isolation valve

Recommendation and function of the secondary isolation valve.

Mounting of the removable inlet flange

Instructions for mounting the removable inlet flange.

Inlet and exhaust connections

At exhaust: Primary isolation valve

Importance of the primary isolation valve at the exhaust.

Air inlet valve connection (option)

Function

Purpose of the air inlet valve for resetting volume and rotor speed.

Vacuum connection Without purge device

Connecting the air inlet valve without a purge device.

With purge device

Connecting the air inlet valve with a purge device.

Air inlet valve connection (option)

Electrical connection

How to electrically connect the air inlet valve.

Protective earthing instruction

Instructions for protective earthing of the air inlet valve cable.

Nitrogen purge device connection

Characteristics of filtered dry nitrogen supply

Required characteristics for the dry nitrogen supply.

Purge connection without air inlet valve

Connecting the nitrogen purge without an air inlet valve.

Nitrogen purge device connection

Purge connection with air inlet valve

Connecting the nitrogen purge with an air inlet valve.

1st case: Purge can be stopped during pump running

How to stop purge during pump operation.

2nd case: Continuous operation of the purge

Continuous operation of the nitrogen purge.

Nitrogen purge device connection

Adjust the flow rate

How to adjust the nitrogen purge flow rate.

Water cooling connection

Characteristics of water cooling

Recommended water cooling characteristics.

For ATH 1300 M and ATH 1600 M model

Water cooling connection for standard models.

For ATH 1300 MT and ATH 1600 MT model

Water cooling connection for MT models.

Water cooling connection

Electrical connection

Electrical connection for the water valve.

Protective earthing instruction

Instructions for protective earthing of the water valve cable.

Heating band connection

For thermostated MT models

Information for thermostated MT models with heating band.

Connection

How to connect the thermostatic cable for heating.

Heating band connection

Heating band temperature Temperature is regulated by the controller.

How heating band temperature is regulated by the controller.

Electrical connection

Main power connection precautions

Safety precautions for electrical connections.

Internal electrical connections and power supply

Information on internal connections and main power supply.

IEC 417#5019 symbol and circuit breaker requirements

Symbol on rear panel and circuit breaker requirements.

Emergency stop (EMO) and external stop system

Information on EMO device and external stop system connection.

Electrical connection

Controller installation environment and ventilation

Requirements for controller installation environment.

Connections Overview

Overview of various connections for the controller.

Electrical grounding of controller frame

Instructions for controller frame grounding.

Electrical connection

Connection between pump and controller

Step-by-step guide to connect pump and controller.

Electrical connection

On the controller connector

Instructions for connecting to the controller's connector.

Electrical connection

Connector connection and screw tightening

Steps for plugging the connector and tightening screws.

Surface contact check

Importance of checking surface contact for proper installation.

Electrical connection

Main power connection At the rear of the controller

How to make the main power connection at the rear of the controller.

Electrical connection

Typical connection Wiring diagram for temperature regulation

Wiring diagram for typical connection and temperature regulation.

"Dry contacts" connector wiring

Dry contact outputs 250 VAC - 3 A max

Specifications for dry contact outputs.

Controller outputs 12 VDC

Specifications for controller outputs.

Contact functional status

Table showing functional status of contacts.

"Inputs/Outputs" connector wiring

The control by voltage

How to control the pump via voltage inputs.

The control by dry contacts with “input control” mode

Controlling the pump using dry contacts in input mode.

"Inputs/Outputs" connector wiring

“Input control“ mode Command mode table

Table detailing command modes for input control.

"Inputs/Outputs" connector wiring

The dry contacts

Description of dry contact outputs and their functions.

"Rem." connector wiring

“Rem.“ connector at the rear of the controller

Location and purpose of the "Rem." connector.

RS 232 or RS 485 serial link wiring

Default serial link configuration

Default settings for RS 232 serial link.

RS232 connector wiring

Wiring diagram for the RS232 connector.

RS 232 or RS 485 serial link wiring

Rem. connector wiring:

Wiring details for the "Rem." connector.

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

Conventions applicable to the syntax of all commands

Syntax conventions for all commands.

Status values

Possible status values for commands.

Error messages

Common error messages and their meanings.

ADR Specifies the address of the device for networking.

Command to specify device address for networking.

DEF List the faults

Command to list detected faults.

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

GET List the data (data only)

Commands to list analog and logical inputs/outputs.

IDN Identifies the device which is communicating, and its software version

Command to identify the device and its software version.

LEV10 Returns the state of the parameters defined by SET

Command to retrieve the state of SET parameters.

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

OPT Used to select possible user choices

Commands to select user choices for analog output and temperature units.

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

RPM Defines the speed set point in stand-by mode

Command to define the standby speed set point.

SBY Switches the speed set point to the stand-by value

Command to switch speed set point to standby value.

SCR List all the data (titles and data)

Commands to list all data, analog inputs/outputs, logical inputs/outputs.

SEL10 Returns the state of the parameters defined by OPT

Command to return the state of parameters defined by OPT.

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

SEP Defines the character which separates the parameters in a reply

Command to define the parameter separator character.

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

SET Defines the internal operating parameters

Commands to define internal operating parameters.

SPD Returns the current speed

Command to return the current speed.

STA Returns the status of the internal dynamic parameters

Command to return the status of internal dynamic parameters.

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

Detailed description of RS232 and RS485 commands

TIT List the data titles

Command to list data titles.

TMP Defines the operating state of the turbomolecular pump

Command to define the operating state of the pump.

Safety instructions

Pre-operation checks and warnings

Checks before using the controller and operational warnings.

Thermal risk and pump handling precautions

Warnings about thermal risks and proper pump handling.

Air inlet valve connection for safety

Purpose of the air inlet valve for pump safety.

Recommended installations

Recommended components for pump installation.

Maintenance reference

Reference to maintenance chapter D10.

Controller start-up

Controller self-test and initialization

Process of controller self-test and initialization.

Display initialization and indicator lights test

What is shown during display initialization and light tests.

Parameter setting keys and display messages

Explanation of parameter setting keys and display messages.

Controller start-up

Configuring parameters via menus

How to configure parameters using controller menus.

Configuring the ACT controller for the application

Access Code and Remote Mode

Setting the access code and configuring remote mode.

Analog Output Configuration

How to configure the 0-10V analog output.

Standby Speed and Auto-Starting

Settings for standby speed and auto-starting.

Buzzer, Temperature Unit, Heating Temperature

Configuration options for buzzer, temperature unit, and heating.

Relay Speed, Serial Link, Start Delay

Settings for relay speed, serial link, and start delay.

Time to Venting, Venting Time, Bearings Limits

Configuration of venting times and bearing alert thresholds.

Pump Time and New Coding

Settings for pump running time and access code modification.

Configuring the ACT controller for the application

Serial link setting RS 232/RS 485 NETWORK

Configuration options for serial link settings.

Configuring the ACT controller for the application

Address configuration for multiple links

Setting the controller address for multiple links.

Controlling the pump using the controller front panel

Welcome and Rotation indicator lights

Explanation of indicator lights for pump status.

Start up the pump by pressing START

How to start the pump using the controller.

Select the reduced speed mode by pressing STAND BY

How to select the reduced speed mode.

Stop the pump by pressing STOP

How to stop the pump using the controller.

Controlling the pump using the controller front panel

Pump and controller status display

How to view pump and controller status information.

Successive display of last 10 faults

How to display the last 10 faults.

Successive display of last 10 alerts

How to display the last 10 alerts.

Bearing data display

How to view bearing life time and alert threshold.

Local and remote mode operation

Local mode operation CAUTION! In the case of a local mode operation...

Instructions for local mode operation and connector requirements.

Pumping start Switch on the controller

Steps to switch on and start the pump.

Start the pumping by START

How to initiate pumping using the START button.

Open the valve V2

Instructions for wiring and operating valve V2.

Local and remote mode operation

Pumping stop

How to stop the pump operation.

Open the valve V3

Instructions for opening valve V3.

Close the valve V3

Instructions for closing valve V3.

Close the valve V2

Instructions for closing valve V2.

Local and remote mode operation

Immediate restarts

Advice on limiting immediate restarts.

Event of a power cut

How the pump behaves during a power cut.

Short power cuts

Controller display and behavior during short power cuts.

Local and remote mode operation

Remote mode operation In the case of Remote mode operation...

Instructions for remote mode operation and connector wiring.

«External safety» contact operation

Operation mode and display indication

How the external safety contact operation mode works and is indicated.

Restarting the pump with external safety

Steps to restart the pump when external safety is active.

«INH» Inhibit mode operation

“INH” mode desable The controller doesn’t supply the motor...

Behavior of the pump when inhibit mode is disabled.

“INH” mode valid The controller power the motor...

Behavior of the pump when inhibit mode is valid.

Safety instructions

Standard precautions before any maintenance operation

General safety steps before performing maintenance.

Corrosive/toxic gas handling and blank flanges

Precautions for handling corrosive/toxic gases and using blank flanges.

Chemical supplies lockout/tagout

Importance of locking/tagging out chemical supplies.

Pump conditions check (toxicity, corrosion)

Checking pump conditions before maintenance.

Product tightness and dangerous gases

User responsibility for maintaining tightness with dangerous gases.

N2 flow for interventions and exhaust maintenance

Advice on N2 flow and safety during exhaust maintenance.

Safety instructions

Back-up bearings maintenance and landing counter

Maintenance requirements for back-up bearings and bearing counter.

Bearing alert threshold and message display

Setting bearing alert thresholds and interpreting messages.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Default types and screen status

Troubleshooting issues related to default types and screen status.

Screen blocked: controller disabled or not working

Diagnosing and resolving screen blockage issues.

Microprocessor issues and power supply problems

Troubleshooting microprocessor and power supply issues.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Defect types and signal interpretation

Identifying defect types and interpreting signal lights.

Seized Pump and Power Overheat

Troubleshooting seized pumps and power overheat issues.

Motor Overheat and Control Overheat

Diagnosing motor and control overheat problems.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Hall Sensor Default and Overcurrent

Troubleshooting hall sensor defaults and overcurrent conditions.

External Safety Contact and Magnetic Suspension

Diagnosing external safety contact and magnetic suspension issues.

Power Failure and Overcurrent

Troubleshooting power supply failures and overcurrents.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Rotor Position and Bearing Life Time Issues

Troubleshooting rotor position and bearing life time alerts.

Controller and Pump Temperature Issues

Diagnosing controller and pump temperature problems.

Pump Failure and Sensor Issues

Troubleshooting pump failures and sensor errors.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Memory Problems and EEPROM Checksum

Troubleshooting memory issues and EEPROM checksum errors.

Incompatibility and Controller Wiring Faults

Diagnosing pump-controller incompatibility and wiring faults.

Multiple Defects Troubleshooting

Steps for troubleshooting multiple apparent defects.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

No Event After Power On

Troubleshooting when no event occurs after power on.

Standby Mode Start-up and Motor Load Issues

Diagnosing standby mode start-up and motor load problems.

Pump Vibration at Speed

Troubleshooting pump vibration issues.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Pump Not Reaching Expected Speed

Troubleshooting steps for pump not reaching expected speed.

Exhaust Isolation Valve Closed

Diagnosing issues with a closed exhaust isolation valve.

Defective Rough Pumping

Troubleshooting defective rough pumping.

Air Inlet Valve Stays Opened

Diagnosing issues with the air inlet valve staying open.

Diagnosis and troubleshooting

Thermostatic Temperature Not Reached

Troubleshooting why the thermostatic temperature is not reached.

Shipping procedure for contaminated pumps

Safety questionnaire and return procedure

Requirements for filling safety questionnaire and return procedures.

Inlet port closing kits

Description of inlet port closing kits.

Exhaust port and purge port accessories

Accessories for exhaust and purge ports.

Shipping procedure for contaminated pumps

Required accessories on purge port

Accessories needed for the purge port.

Rough decontamination procedure

Steps for decontamination before shipping.

Shipping procedure for contaminated pumps

Pressurize the pump

Procedure for pressurizing the pump with dry nitrogen.

Spare parts - Instructions of use

Replacement of parts and use of non genuine parts

Guidelines on replacing parts and using non-genuine parts.

First level maintenance parts

Copper seals for pumps with CF-F flanges

Part numbers for copper seals for CF-F flanges.

O-ring for housing ASA 6“

Part number for ASA 6" O-ring.

Fuses for controllers

Part numbers for controller fuses.

Air inlet valve accessories

Part numbers for air inlet valve accessories.

Water valve

Part numbers for water valve components.

Pumping curves

Pumping speed versus inlet pressure

Graphs showing pumping speed vs. inlet pressure for N2 and H2.

Pumping curves

Flow rate versus inlet pressure

Graphs showing flow rate vs. inlet pressure for N2.

SAFETY QUESTIONNAIRE

Procedure for returning ALCATEL vacuum pumps and helium leak detectors

Procedure for returning equipment for maintenance.

Chemical contamination indicators

How to indicate chemical contamination in the system.

SAFETY QUESTIONNAIRE

Company and Equipment Information

Fields for company, person, equipment, and serial number.

Intervention Service

Details regarding desired service interventions.

Copper Process and Safety Aspect

Information on copper process and safety aspects.

Substance Contact Confirmation

Confirmation of contact with substances and necessary precautions.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

ISO 9001 CERTIFIED

Confirmation of ISO 9001 certification.

European Directives Compliance

List of European Directives with which products comply.

Norms and specifications compliance

List of norms and specifications the products comply with.

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