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Renishaw Equator 500 User Manual

Renishaw Equator 500
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Equator™ gauging system
www.renishaw.com/gauging
Installation guide
H-5504-8640-01-A

Table of Contents

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Renishaw Equator 500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Maximum Part Weight100 kg
ControllerEquator Controller
SoftwareMODUS software
Working Volume500 mm diameter x 250 mm height
Temperature Range15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F)

Summary

Regulatory Information

Specifications

Equator 300 Gauging System Specifications

Technical details and performance metrics for the Equator 300.

Equator 300 Gauging System Geometry

Diagrams and measurements of the Equator 300's physical layout.

Equator 500 Gauging System Specifications

Technical details and performance metrics for the Equator 500.

Equator 500 Gauging System Geometry

Diagrams and measurements of the Equator 500's physical layout.

Equator Controller Specifications - Version 08

Technical specifications for the Equator Controller, Version 08, including ports and ratings.

Equator Controller Specifications - Version 09

Technical specifications for the Equator Controller, Version 09, including ports and ratings.

Probe Kit Specifications - Scanning

Details of the scanning probe kit components and specifications.

Probe Kit Specifications - Touch Trigger

Details of the touch trigger probe kit components and specifications.

MCUlite-2 Joystick Specifications

Specifications for the MCUlite-2 joystick, including button functions and controls.

Equator Button Interface Specifications

Specifications for the Equator Button Interface, outlining its buttons and functions.

Safety

Equator 300 Safety Information

Essential safety precautions and warnings specific to the Equator 300 gauging system.

Equator 500 Safety Information

Essential safety precautions and warnings specific to the Equator 500 gauging system.

Equator Controller Safety Information

Safety advice and warnings related to the operation and handling of the Equator Controller.

Personal Protective Equipment Information

Recommendations for personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating the machine.

Shipping, Handling, and Storage

Pre-delivery Considerations

Important considerations before receiving and setting up the Equator gauging system.

Unboxing the Equator 300

Step-by-step instructions for safely unpacking the Equator 300 gauging system.

Unboxing the Equator 500

Step-by-step instructions for safely unpacking the Equator 500 gauging system.

Installation

Equator Machine Positioning

Guidelines for correctly positioning the Equator gauging system for optimal operation.

Equator Controller Positioning

Recommendations for placing the Equator Controller for proper ventilation and access.

Connecting Cables - Equator 300

Detailed instructions for connecting cables to the Equator 300 system.

Connecting Cables - Equator 500

Detailed instructions for connecting cables to the Equator 500 system.

Connecting Probe System - Equator 300

Steps for connecting the probe system to the Equator 300.

Connecting Probe Adaptor - Equator 500

Instructions for attaching the probe adaptor to the Equator 500.

Connecting Probe System - Equator 500

Steps for connecting the probe system to the Equator 500.

Connecting Styli

Instructions on how to attach styli to the probe module.

Downloading Equator License and Software Suite

Guide on obtaining and installing the Equator license and software suite.

Operation

Stop Button, Joystick and Equator Button Interface

Overview and usage of control interfaces: stop button, joystick, and Button Interface.

Moving the Platform Manually (Equator 300 Only)

Procedure for manually moving the Equator 300 platform in specific error situations.

Workpiece and Fixture Plate Loading

Instructions for loading workpieces and fixture plates onto the Equator system.

Starting the System

Steps to power on and initiate the Equator gauging system software.

Activating a System License

Process for activating the Equator system license using a downloaded file.

Homing

Procedure for homing the machine to establish zero positions for axes.

Calibrating the Tools

Steps to calibrate probing tools for accurate measurements.

Locating the EQR-6 Autochanger Rack - Part 1

First part of the procedure to locate the EQR-6 autochange rack.

Locating the EQR-6 Autochanger Rack - Part 2

Second part of the procedure to locate the EQR-6 autochange rack.

System Shutdown

Instructions for safely shutting down the Equator system.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Controller Fan Filter Maintenance

Procedure for replacing the fan filters in the Equator Controller for cooling.

Liquid Spillage

Safety precautions and steps to take in case of liquid spillage on the system.

Diagnosing Faults

Equator 300 Lights and Signals

Interpretation of LED indicators and status signals for the Equator 300.

Equator 500 Lights and Signals

Interpretation of LED indicators and status signals for the Equator 500.

Error Messages and Common Errors

Common error messages, their causes, and suggested solutions for troubleshooting.

Dismantling and Disposal

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