Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment
This section defines and provides resolutions for common hardware issues for the Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment on the Control Panel, located on the left side of the CMC Z Series Board.
Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment Definition: The Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment, on the Control Panel on the left side of the CMC Z Series Board, sets the Low Clamp Pressure setting used by the Mat Clamp Pressure Knob which switches between Standard and Low Clamp Pressure for the SmartClamps™ to protect delicate material.
Usage:
The Mat Clamp Low Pressure setting for the Clamp Pressure Adjustment is factory-set and typically does not require adjustment.
The Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment sets the Low Clamp Pressure used by the Mat Clamp Pressure Knob, which switches between Standard and Low Clamp Pressure for the SmartClamps™ to protect delicate material.
The Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment Regulator Gauge will always display Zero (0) psi until the Clamps are activated and the Mat Clamp Pressure Knob is pulled out.
The Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment Regulator Gauge displays the Clamp Pressure as it is cutting.
See Mat Clamp Pressure Knob for details on its function.
Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment Connections and Controls:
The Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment is part of the Control Panel located on the left side of the CMC Z Series Board.
The Control Panel is connected to the ECU via the DB9 Cable.
The Air Regulator connects the Air Compressor to the Board at the Control Panel.
The Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment sets the Low Clamp Pressure setting used by the Mat Clamp Pressure Knob for the SmartClamps™ to protect delicate material.
The Mat Clamp Pressure Adjustment is controlled by:
Air Compressor
Air Valve Assembly in the Gantry
The Air Regulator controls:
The Control Panel Controls:
The Gantry and Air Valve Assembly control:
The ECU/Driver Pack Controls:
Troubleshooting:
Mat Clamp Pressure is set at the factory and normally does not need adjustment.