ARCBRO Stinger Series User Manual

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Stinger SERIES
CNC Plate Cutting Machine User’s Manual
Operator Manual
ARCBRO| Revision 2 | English
Date of issue: August, 2019

ARCBRO Stinger Series Specifications

General

Brand	ARCBRO
Model	Stinger Series
Category	Cutter
Language	English

Summary

Technical Support and Contact Information

Contact Details and Support Channels

Provides contact information, support hours, and website for technical assistance.

1. System Functions

CNC Cutting System Capabilities Overview

Details the system's design, applications, and core functionalities for various cutting machines.

1.1. Technical Specifications

Hardware and Performance Specifications

Lists processor, display, I/O, speed, memory, dimensions, and operating temperature.

2. Main Menu

Menu Navigation and Key Functions

Describes the hierarchical window design and functions accessible from the main menu.

Menu Functions and Setup Options

Parameter, Format Files, and Language Settings

Details options for restoring parameters, formatting files, and selecting the system language.

3. Automatic Function (AUTO)

Automatic Mode Interface Overview

Explains display elements and features of the automatic mode interface for plasma and flame cutting.

3.1. Automatic Mode Interface Description

Speed and Program Information Display

Details speed indication, program name, and pierce/kerf information in automatic mode.

Automatic Mode Interface Details

Work Mode, I/O, and Control Keys

Explains work mode fields, input/output indicators, and control keys like IGNITION and PIERCE.

AUTO Mode Function Selection

Zoom, Test, Speed Adjust, and Section Start

Describes zoom functions, test mode, speed switching, and starting operations from specific sections.

AUTO Mode Function Selection II

Manual Mode, Breakpoint Restore, and Program View

Details switching to manual mode, restoring from breakpoints, and error checking with pattern display.

AUTO Mode Additional Functions

Perforation, Start Point, and Return Options

Explains perforation selection, starting positions, information display, kerf compensation, and return to reference/zero.

OTHERS Interface Options

Accessing Additional Machining Functions

Details how to access the 'OTHERS' interface for additional machining functions.

3.2.6.1. [F1] CONTOUR

Walking Contour Operation Guide

Explains contour tracing, including reference point adjustment and edge movement.

3.2.6.2. [F2] WENTAI

WENTAI Machining Program Execution

Describes running WENTAI programs for graphic character cutting.

3.2.6.3. [F3] ROTAE

Steel Plate Rotation Angle Correction

Details measuring and applying rotation angles for precise steel plate machining.

3.2.6.3-5 [F5] SCALE

Scaling Machining Programs

Explains inputting scale values to magnify or minify machining programs.

3.2.6.3-6 [F6] NEST

Arrangement and Layout (NEST) Function

Describes arranging multiple parts in rows and columns for efficient machining.

3.3. Automatic Startup

Speed and Machining Start Procedures

Covers automatic speed adjustment, program selection, and starting the machining process.

Suspension and Post-Suspension Operations

Resuming, Exiting, and Adjusting After Pause

Details selecting new pierce points, backtracking, exiting, adjusting speed, or controlling torch after suspension.

3.4.2 Pause after Position Adjustment

Torch Position Adjustment Methods

Explains manual adjustments for torch position, including suspension, fallback, and breakpoint recovery.

3.5. Original Path Return

Returning to Original Path and Machining Pause

Describes pausing the system and returning the cutting torch along the original path.

Return Operations and Mode Exit

Stopping at G00, Post-Return Ops, and Exiting Mode

Details stopping at G00, resuming operations, repeating procedures, and exiting machining mode.

3.6. Breakpoint Restoration Process

Saving and Restoring Breakpoints

Explains how the system saves breakpoints and how to restore them after pauses or power outages.

3.7. SECTION (Section Selection)

Starting Section Machining Operations

Describes assigning the system to start machining from any section or piercing point.

3.7.2 Section Machining Options

Transitional and Repeat Section Machining

Covers options for starting machining at different points or repeating sections of a program.

3.8. MOVE HOLE for Thick Plate

Edge Piercing and Hole Machining Options

Details MOVE HOLE for thick plates and edge piercing methods.

4. MAN (Manual Mode)

Manual Mode Interface and Operation

Shows the manual mode window for flame and plasma cutting operations.

4.1. Manual Mode Window Description

Manual Control Keys and AUTO/STEP Functions

Explains directional keys, continue key, switching to automatic mode, and step mode.

Manual Mode Advanced Functions

Steel Plate Calibration and Speed Settings

Details steel plate calibration, high-speed selection, zeroing coordinates, and return options.

RETURN Interface Options

Reference Point and Machine Zero Return

Explains the two options for returning to reference or machine zero points.

4.1.8 [F3] OTHERS

MACH-0, BRAKE, and P-START/P-END Functions

Describes returning to machine zero, brake function for cut length, and start/end point measurement.

4.1.8.4 [F5] COORDI-

Coordinate Setting and Reset Options

Details options for resetting all coordinates, setting current coordinates, or setting reference point coordinates.

4.1.8.5 [F6] MEASURE and [F7] ORIGN

Origin Measurement and Reset Procedures

Explains measuring origin, setting coordinates, and returning machine to mechanical zero.

5. EDIT Mode

Editing Programs: New and Load

Covers starting new programs and loading existing programs into the user area.

5.1.3 [F3] SAVE

Saving and Deleting Machining Programs

Details saving programs, entering names, deleting programs, and deleting program lines.

5.1.6 [F6] USB-

USB Program Transmission (Input/Output)

Explains transmitting programs between USB disk and the machining system.

6. Command System

Programming Symbols and Function Words

Defines programming symbols, function words, and their parameter values.

6.3. G: Basic Preparatory Commands

Reference Point Setting and Coordinate Systems

Explains G92 for reference point setting and G90/G91 for absolute/relative coordinates.

Coordinate System Commands

English/Metric Units and Quick Move

Details G20/G21 for unit selection and G00 for rapid torch movement.

6. Linear Cutting and Circular Commands

Linear and Circular Interpolation Cutting

Explains G01 for linear cuts and G02/G03 for circular cuts.

Circular Cutting Examples and Pause Command

Pause/Delay and Return Point Commands

Details G04 for delays and G26/G27/G28 for returning to reference points.

9. G22/G80: Repetitive Commands

Program Loop Execution (Repetitive Commands)

Explains G22 for loop start and G80 for loop end, used for program repetition.

10. G40/G41/G42: Cutter Radius Compensation

Cutter Radius Compensation Setup

Details G41/G42 for compensating cutter radius and G40 to end offset.

6.4. M Auxiliary Commands

M Commands for Program Control and Torch Operation

Defines M commands for suspension, end, gas, torch lift/lower, ignition, and fixed loops.

M Auxiliary Commands: Piercing and Ignition

Piercing Action and Ignition Sequences

Details M50 for piercing action, M52 for ignition sequence, and M70 for torch lifting.

M Auxiliary Commands: Torch Control and Safety

Torch Lowering, Positioning Delay, and Master Switch

Explains M71 for torch lowering, M72/M73 for piercing torch movements, M75 for positioning delay, and M80 master switch.

7. SETUP (Parameter Setting)

Parameter Setting Interface Overview

Introduces parameter setting window and describes categories: Speed, System, Flame, Plasma, Control.

Parameter Description Categories

Control, Save, and Parameter Notes

Explains control parameters, saving settings, validation, and password access for factory settings.

7.2.1 Speed Parameters

Configuring Startup, Timing, and Acceleration Speeds

Details parameters for startup, timing, corner acceleration, high speed, machining speed, and origin return speed.

Speed Parameter Details

Corner Speed Conversion and Arc Radius Settings

Explains settings for backward/forward speed, translation angle for corners, and arc radius.

7.2.2 System Parameters

System Parameters: Origin, Limits, and Electronic Gear

Details system parameters like mechanical origin, reference point, soft limits, and electronic gear ratio computation.

7.2.3 Flame Cutting Parameters

Flame Cutting: Ignition, Torch Timing, and Delays

Covers flame cutting parameters like ignition, hotup time, torch up/down times, and piercing delays.

Flame Cutting Parameter Details

Cutting Delays and High Preheat Settings

Explains pierce time, over cut delay, line delay, high preheat selection, and gas order.

7.2.4 Plasma Parameters Setting

Plasma Parameters: Positioning, Torch, and Arc Feedback

Details plasma parameters for torch positioning, timing, and arc voltage feedback.

Plasma Parameter Details

Arc Feedback, Pierce Time, and Height Adjustment

Explains arc feedback settings, pierce time, arc breaking delay, and automatic height adjustment.

7.2.5 Control Parameters Setting

Plasma/Flame Mode, Pierce, Shape, and Sync

Covers settings for plasma/flame mode, extended pierce, shape display, and axis synchronization.

Control Parameter Details

Coordinate Clearing, Collision Detection, and Torch Control

Details coordinate clearing, collision detection settings, torch pause/raise actions, and cutting line settings.

8. LIBMINIT (Library of Patterns)

Setting Up Patterns from the Library

Introduces the pattern library feature for creating customized workpieces.

8.2. Pattern Element Selection

Choosing and Customizing Pattern Elements

Describes selecting from 24 pattern elements and customizing the 17th element.

8.3. Pattern Element Arrangement and Layout

Pattern Parameter Input and Layout

Explains inputting parameters for selected patterns, including workpiece type, rotation, and array layout.

Schematic Diagram of Part Layout

Generating Machining Programs from Layout

Details using APPLY and OK buttons to generate graphs and machining programs from the part layout.

9. Diagnose

System Diagnosis for Flame and Plasma Modes

Shows the diagnosis window displaying output and input port states for flame and plasma modes.

9.1. Check Input/Output Ports

Output and Input Port State Checking

Explains checking output port states (enable/disable) and input port states (potential).

10. System I/O Interface Connection

System Input Principle and Connections

Details the input principle using mechanical switches and system interface connections.

10.2. System Output Principle

System Output Principle and Signal Definitions

Explains the system output principle and defines signal meanings for I/O connections.

Input/Output Connect Definitions

Detailed Definitions of I/O Signals

Provides detailed explanations for various input/output signals, including M commands.

10.4. 15-Core Motor Port Definitions

15-Core Motor Port Pin Assignments

Details the pin assignments for the 15-core motor connection, including differential signals.

10.5. Flame Cutting Wiring (DB15)

Flame Cutting Wiring Diagram (DB15)

Illustrates typical wiring for flame cutting using a DB15 interface.

Appendix I: Instructions for Software Upgrading Operation

Software Upgrade Procedure via USB Disk

Provides step-by-step instructions for upgrading system software using a USB disk.

Appendix II: Troubleshooting

Sudden Breakdown and Motor Failure Issues

Lists fault symptoms, checks, analyses, and solutions for breakdowns and motor failures.

Troubleshooting: Response and Limit Alarms

Addressing Slow Response and Travel Limit Issues

Covers troubleshooting for slow system response, travel limit alarms, and keyboard input errors.

Troubleshooting: I/O and USB Issues

Resolving Input/Output and USB Connectivity Problems

Addresses issues with I/O connections, blank screens, USB compatibility, and program loading.

Troubleshooting: Screen Blinking and Power

Diagnosing Screen Blinking and Power Supply Problems

Covers troubleshooting for screen blinking, power supply issues, and relay connections.