IPG Photonics Scanner Series - Point and Shoot Processing; Robotic Point and Shoot Processing

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10.4 Point and Shoot Processing
Point and shoot processing provides users with a reliable and robust process that has been proven
throughout the laser industry for years.
Generally, a Point and Shoot process consists of an optic motion device (Robot or Gantry) that can
position the scanner into desired locations for processing (Welding, Marking, Ablating). Components
that are often manufactured with this type of technology include doorframes, seat components, and
anything in need of coating removal.
The following sections provide example layouts, process requirements for both hardware and
interfacing, and any additional information that may pertain to the process.
10.4.1 Robotic Point and Shoot Processing
10.4.1.1 Robotic Point and Shoot Example System
 Equipment:
1. Scanner
2. Scan Controller
3. 24V Power Supplies
4. 24V Robot Interface or Extended IO Interface
 Ideal to mount near the discrete digital IO
5. Discrete Digital IO
 Typically in robot controller cabinet
6. Laser
7. Computer
8. PLC (Optional)
 Could be used to send part #’s and dates for output as well as program names
over Ethernet or Serial
 Cables:
A. Computer to Scan Controller
B. 24V Interface or Extended IO Interface to Scan Controller
C. 24V Interface or Extended IO Interface to Discrete Digital IO
D. 24V Power Supplies to Scan Controller
 Should not exceed 15ft with 16 AWG
E. Scan Controller to Scanner
 3m, 5m, or 10m Options Available
F. Scan Controller to Laser
G. Process Fiber
H. PLC to Computer Ethernet/Serial Cable (Optional)