Anleitung GranitoGrav 2012 - English

Hylewicz CNC-Technik
CNC Instruments South Africa
Construction
truction and handling recommendation
GranitoGrav on High-Z S-xxx/T
xxx/T serie
s
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Installation and usage instructions

GranitoGrav
CNC Instruments CC South Africa
Siemensstrae 1315
Gewerbegebiet Weseler Strae
D-47608 Geldern
Telephone: +49 (0) 2831 91021-50
Telefax:
+49 (0) 2831 91021-99
E-Mail:
info@cnc-step.com
Internet:
www.cnc-step.de
Office:
Plot 70
Lammermoor Estate
Lanseria
Johannesburg
Postal
P.O. Box 231
Haenertsburg
0730
Limpopo Provinve
Telephone: +27 (0) 73 277 6582

E-Mail:
info@cnc-step.co.za
step.co.za
Internet:
www.cnc-step.co.za
step.co.za
Hylewicz CNC-Technik 2012
Germany:
Hylewicz CNC-Technik,
Technik, Siemensstrae 13-15
13
D-47608
47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
91021
South Africa:
CNC Instruments, Muldersdrift, Johannesburg
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Construction and handling recommendation

GranitoGrav on High-Z S-xxx/T serie
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Read the manual before starting work!
Content
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Introduction
General
Application description
System requirements
Delivery content
Assembly on High-z S-xxx/T
Electric wiring diagram
Work piece positioning
Parameter settings in WinPC-NC
Reference movement with GranitoGrav
Loading of a milling program
(Creation of a milling program is listed as a separate item)
12 Approach zero-point on the work piece
13 Creation of a milling program with ConstruCam
Germany:
Hylewicz CNC-Technik, Siemensstrae 13-15
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Introduction
These instructions and recommendations intend to facilitate the set-up and

configuration of the GranitoGrav. The focus lies primarily on the interaction
with our High-Z machines and the WinPCNC Economy software.
For more details, please refer to the separate manual of the control
software WinPCNC!
Pictures and drawings may differ from the real GranitoGrav and accessories.
Please contact us if you are not sure of your settings to avoid any problems.
In the screenshots, the relevant data is highlighted. The other

settings are not relevant.
General
Please read the supplied manuals for software and hardware thoroughly.
In case of problems refer to the relevant topics in the documentation supplied.
If a problem cannot be resolved please contact us.
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Application description
Technical description
The GranitoGrav makes photo-engraving/2D photo-engraving and vector
engraving on granite and glass possible. For that purpose the grinding tool
penetrates the surface. The result is grinding marks on the surface which will
ultimately create a picture.
The surface is deliberately destroyed by this kind of process. The original
state cannot be restored.
Application range
Stonemasonry
2D granite photo engraving/photo engraving
Glass engraving
Grave stone design
Creation of inscriptions in mentioned materials
Gifts
Promotional items
and much more .
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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System requirements
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High-Z XXX-T (T version only) or RaptorX-SL

Software: WinPCNC Economy version required!
Important: currently no other WinPCNC version possible
PC with two parallel port interfaces
If two LPT ports are not available or possible, the GranitoGrav can
be operated alternatively with one LPT port with a matching Yadapter (possible loss of signal quality)
1GHz, 1GB Ram, USB port, 10MB free disk space, Win2k, XP,
Vista or Windows 7
Expansion of software for 3D ConstruCam for GranitoGrav
Delivery content
1. 1x control box connecting cable (25-pin D-SUB to 9 pin D-SUB)
[TURQUOISE]
2. 1x power supply plug unit (from control REL 1 to control box) [RED]
3. 1x connecting cable (control box to grinding unit) [GREEN]
4. 1x control box (GranitoGrav)
5. 1x GranitoGrav (grinding unit)
6. 1x Y-ribbon cable adapter (LPT1 from PC to {control and control box
connection cable}) [YELLOW]
7. 3x grinding pin (for GranitoGrav)
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Assembly on High-z S-xxx/T
For mounting the grinding unit drive the Z-axis to the machine centre.
There, drive the Z-Axis as far down that the screw heads of the 43mm
Euroneck clamp are freely accessible.
Dismantle the 43mm Euroneck clamp
To mount the grinding unit, jack up the machine so that the grinding unit can
be installed without ground contact.
Then, drive the Z-axis to the top and thereby avoid ground contact after
lowering the machine.
Now, the grinding unit can be connected.
Electric wiring diagram, two options
The power supply unit should be plugged directly into the rear socket of the
machine control. This outlet is controlled by software via a relay.
Option 1*: with 2x LPT (preferential)

control unit
PC
3.
A*
LPT 1
1.
LPT 2
2.
4. control box
5. GranitoGrav
A* : standard cable (DSUB 25pin) accessories form the control ZERO 2/3
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Option 2*: 1x LPT and Y-ribbon cable adapter required

(May affect signal quality)
control unit
PC
3.
6.
A*
LPT 1
1.
2.
4. control box
5. GranitoGrav
A* : standard cable (DSUB 25pin) accessories form the control ZERO 2/3
If you order a machine including the GranitoGrav the

connection from the control box to the grinding unit (3) is
integrated in the energy chain and must be connected
accordingly.
8
Work piece positioning
The work piece, for example a granite slab, should be placed under the
GranitoGrav in the following way:
1.
2.
3.
The surface of the work piece should lie within a tolerance zone of
1mm to the XY plane (best would be total plane surface).
The minimum distance should be approximately 1mm from the
stationary grinding pin and the maximum distance should be 2mm.
The work piece should lie non-slip to prevent shifting.
Work pieces that are too light to maintain their position by their own
weight are to be fixed by appropriate clamping means.
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Parameter settings in WinPC-NC
All described parameter settings are accessible upon delivery of the latest
software WinPCNC as parameter file after installation.
This does not apply to the old versions of the software and must in that case
be carried out manually.
To use the full range of the GranitoGrav the maximum rotational speed must
be set to 15000. Proceed as follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Open window parameter

Choose tab machine
Press button Axis XYZ
Set maximum spindle speed to 15000
Check the settings and then save and close the window
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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The control box requires the PWM signal coming from the PC. To direct the
signal to the control box (2 options) assign the PWM output to a cable as
follows:
WinPC/NC, Option 1 (preferential)
Electrical wiring diagram with LPT1 und LPT2
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Choose tab machine
Press button signals
Outputs are on the right side. Assign the output [Q218 rotation speed
PWM] to the cable [LPT2 pin 17].
Press button apply to apply settings
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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WinPC/NC, Option 2
Electrical wiring diagram only LPT1
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Choose tab machine
Press button signals
Outputs are on the right side. Assign the output [ Q218 Spindle speed
PWM ] to the cable [ LPT1 pin 17 ].
Press button apply to apply settings
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Other important parameter settings must be carried out in WinPCNC

(see screenshots):
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Please configure settings and save.
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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10 Reference run with GranitoGrav (! risk of collision!)

The GranitoGrav is a tool that protrudes forwards and downwards. In order to
avoid collisions with the machine frame, the machine must be restricted in its
traverse path.
In order to do this, the WinPCNC software provides a so-called offset.
Please set it as indicated below.
This causes a shifting of the actual zero point to the value entered.
The order for the reference run (Z, Y, X) must be strictly observed. As the
machine performs the reference run Z first and stops afterwards in top
position, the reference run X will cause no problem. After that the reference
offset takes effect.
The only alternative to the reference offset would be the adjustment of the
magnet switch for the X-axis.
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Since the machine is now limited in the traverse path X it is also absolutely
necessary to limit the traverse path of the machine.
(Calculation = standard traverse path - offset)
See figure:
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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11 Loading of a milling program

(Creation of a milling program for the GranitoGrav is
described under point 17)
In WinPC-NC click open file (F2) to load file.

To be able to see a comprehensible picture on the work surface, switch 3D
colour shade to rotation speed.
Proceed as follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Choose tab Misc parameters
Press button More
Set under 3D colour shading from Spindle speed
The resulting greyscale picture is to
be evaluated as follows:
Black
=>
no intervention into work piece
All levels of grey =>
intervention into work piece
White
=>
deep intervention into work piece
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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12 Approach zero-point on the work piece

Approach the zero-point of the work piece (Z) in WinPC-NC.
On the milling unit of the GranitoGrav is a switch. For the approach of the
zero-point it should be switched into the switching position 0 (OFF).
Open the window (drive manually) in WinPCNC.
Then lower the Z-axis to approximately 1mm above the work piece surface
(use spacer). Save the zero-point.
Afterwards reset switch to switching position 1 (ON).
To keep the approached zero-point after saving set the function safety
distance to the value 0 mm.
Proceed as follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Choose tab coordinates
Press button dimensions
Set Tool Lift distance to 0.00mm
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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Manuel adjustment of the Z-axis (optional)

Please note:
This function is only available for machines that were sold together with the
GranitoGrav.
On those you find on the motor of the Z-axis an additional hand wheel for
manual adjustment. Carry out the following steps:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
After the reference run

Switch off the control unit (! Dont shut down WinPC-NC!).
Remove the connecting cable of the Z-axis from the controller Zero-2 or
Zero-3
Then switch the control unit back on
Now, the Z-axis can be adjusted via the hand wheel.
Advantage: The height (and thus also the pressure of the work piece) can be
controlled during the program sequence.
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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13 Creation of a milling program with ConstruCam

Please note:
To create a milling program for the GranitoGrav the appropriate
ConstruCam upgrade must be installed.
To create a milling file for the grinding process images off the following
formats can be read: PCX, BMP, GIF, JPG, JPEG, TIF, TIFF
The best results are achieved with images as dark and rich in contrast as
possible (optimal images can be realised with image editing software)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
-
9.
10.
Start ConstruCam
Start a new graphic.
Choose the position of origin of co-ordinates (e.g. in the middle)
(The size of the image is determined in point 7)
Click extras in the menu bar.
Click GranitoGrav. Thereupon the window for file selection opens
(selection of images)
Choose desired file (image) (possible formats see above)
Thereafter, the output size of the image can be selected
Keep proportionality yes/no and length values for X and Y.
In the window line raster that now opens adjust the following settings:
Line spacing: for the line spacing values between 10 and 30 have been
proven to be optimally suitable.
Angle: set the desired angle in which you want to grind (e.g. 0 degrees
or 45 degrees)
In minimum and maximum level you can convert the upper and lower
percentage of the grey scale into white/black
Invert: here, the bright/dark shades of colours can be swopped to create
a negative image.
(default: no)
Now, click start. (the calculation process may take a few minutes)
Save the file under any name in the NC-format.
The created file can now be loaded in WINPCNC.
Germany:
D-47608 Geldern Tel. 0049 (0) 2831 / 91021-50
South Africa:
Phone +27 (0) 73 277 6582
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CNC Instruments South Africa

Installation and usage instructions

CNC Instruments CC South Africa

Telephone: +27 (0) 73 277 6582

Hylewicz CNC-Technik 2012

Construction and handling recommendation

Read the manual before starting work!

Construction and handling recommendation

These instructions and recommendations intend to facilitate the set-up and

In the screenshots, the relevant data is highlighted. The other

Construction and handling recommendation

Construction and handling recommendation

High-Z XXX-T (T version only) or RaptorX-SL

Construction and handling recommendation

Assembly on High-z S-xxx/T

Electric wiring diagram, two options

Option 1*: with 2x LPT (preferential)

Construction and handling recommendation

Option 2*: 1x LPT and Y-ribbon cable adapter required

If you order a machine including the GranitoGrav the

Work piece positioning

Construction and handling recommendation

Parameter settings in WinPC-NC

Open window parameter

Construction and handling recommendation

Open window parameter

Construction and handling recommendation

Open window parameter

Construction and handling recommendation

Other important parameter settings must be carried out in WinPCNC

Construction and handling recommendation

Please configure settings and save.

Construction and handling recommendation

10 Reference run with GranitoGrav (! risk of collision!)

Construction and handling recommendation

Construction and handling recommendation

11 Loading of a milling program

In WinPC-NC click open file (F2) to load file.

Open window parameter

Construction and handling recommendation

12 Approach zero-point on the work piece

Open window parameter

Construction and handling recommendation

Manuel adjustment of the Z-axis (optional)

After the reference run

Construction and handling recommendation

13 Creation of a milling program with ConstruCam

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