Hypertherm HTA Rev 6.00 Install Guide - Manual (Page 62)

50 Installation & Setup Guide
Change Consumable
This output becomes active when a consumable data value at the
Change Consumable Screen has reached it’s preset maximum.
Generally, this output is tied to an external indicator light or audible
alarm to prompt the system operator to change the appropriate
consumable ( torch tip / electrode ). The affected consumable data
must be reset at the Change Consumable Screen to clear the output.
Current Set BCD
The Current Set BCD outputs are used to set the current at the
plasma power supply or marker supply for use. These outputs are
tied to the BCD inputs. Combinations of the current values are used
to attain the desired current set point.
Marker Control
The Marker Control Output is used to activate the Marker tool when
in the Marking Process. Traditionally, the Marker tool is activated
through the combination of Marker Enable and Cut Control Outputs.
All the noted options are available and may be configured at the
Marker Setup screen for the desired process timing and operational
results.
Program Running
The Program Running Output is active any time the control is
operating within a part program.
Station Enable 1-20
Station Select outputs are used to activate any function specific to a
torch station and are controlled through M37T and M38T codes
within a part program. Typically these are used to enable a torch
station for use. Stations 1-8 are plasma and stations 9-20 are oxy
fuel / other.
Station Lock 1-19
The Station Lock Outputs are used as part of the Automated Torch
Spacing feature. The Station lock is used to Lock the unused torch
station to the gantry or beam when not in use.
Station Clamp 1-19
The Station Clamp Outputs are used as part of the Automated Torch
Spacing feature. The Station Clamp is used to Clamp the selected
torch station to the transverse axis for standard cutting.
Station Mirror 1-19
The Station Clamp Outputs are used as part of the Automated Torch
Spacing feature. The Station Clamp is used to Clamp the selected
torch station to the transverse axis for mirrored cutting.