PlasmaTEC-X PLX Version 2.00 English

Item No.
880080 Instruction Manual

Equipment Series : PlasmaTEC-X (PLX)
Instruction Manual
PlasmaTEC-X
Valid from HMI Software version 1.36

And generator Software version 1.12
This Instruction Manual describes the PlasmaTEC-X (PLX) system which consists of the following:
Power Generator PLX, HMI Remote unit and PLX Nozzle and SpinTEC.
For maximum benefit of the Tantec system please read this Instruction Manual carefully, especially
the section regarding SAFETY.
This manual is subject to change without notice.
The system MUST, for removal of gases, be equipped with an exhaust system. Tantec recommends
a sufficiently effective exhaust system to prevent health issues and corrosion of machine parts.
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Item No.880080 Instruction Manual
CONTENTS
1 Safety Regulations ............................................................................................................. 1

High-voltage Equipment ................................................................................................................................ 1
Electrical Safety Hazard ................................................................................................................................. 1
Fire................................................................................................................................................................. 1
Oxide Gases ................................................................................................................................................... 2
PLX and SpinTEC ................................................................................................................................. 2
Exhaust .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Monitoring .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Electrical Noise (EMC) ................................................................................................................................... 3
Warnings ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
General .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
2 EU Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................. 5
3 EC Declaration of partly completed machinery ................................................................... 6
4 Warranty ........................................................................................................................... 7
5 Equipment Delivery .......................................................................................................... 10

PLX Delivery ................................................................................................................................................. 10
SpinTEC Delivery .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Description of the SpinTEC System ............................................................................................................. 10
Optional Equipment .................................................................................................................................... 11
Return of Equipment ................................................................................................................................... 11
6 Technical Specifications ................................................................................................... 12

General Specification .................................................................................................................................. 12
Equipment Drawings and Dimensions ........................................................................................................ 14
PLX Generator ................................................................................................................................... 14
HMI ................................................................................................................................................... 14
PLX Nozzle......................................................................................................................................... 15
SpinTEC ............................................................................................................................................. 16
7 Installation ...................................................................................................................... 17
Connection Overview .................................................................................................................................. 17
PLX Nozzle ................................................................................................................................................... 17
PLX Generator ............................................................................................................................................. 17
SpinTEC ........................................................................................................................................................ 18
Mounting SpinTEC on Handling System ........................................................................................... 18
Communication Between HMI/PLC and PLXs ............................................................................................. 19
8 Operation ........................................................................................................................ 20
PLX Multi Operation .................................................................................................................................... 20
Start Treatment ................................................................................................................................ 20
Extra Features ................................................................................................................................... 24
PLX OEM Operation ..................................................................................................................................... 28
Start Treatment ................................................................................................................................ 28
Configure PLX OEM ........................................................................................................................... 29
SpinTEC Operation ...................................................................................................................................... 30

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9 Post Treatment ................................................................................................................ 31

How to test treatment ................................................................................................................................ 31
Shelf life of treatment ................................................................................................................................. 31
How to handle treated parts ....................................................................................................................... 31
10 Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 32
Pre-maintenance procedure ....................................................................................................................... 32
Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................... 32
Safety ........................................................................................................................................................... 32
Wear and Tear ............................................................................................................................................. 33
SpinTEC Parts Replacement Guide ................................................................................................... 34
HMI Service and Maintenance Time Counters ................................................................................. 35
Ordering Spare Parts ................................................................................................................................... 37
Contact Info ...................................................................................................................................... 37
PLX Nozzle Spare Parts List ............................................................................................................... 37
SpinTEC Spare Parts List ................................................................................................................... 38
Recommended Wearing Parts .......................................................................................................... 38
11 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................... 39
Alarms / Errors ............................................................................................................................................ 39
Check Alarm / Error Log on HMI ....................................................................................................... 39
Problems ..................................................................................................................................................... 40
HMI Communication Error ............................................................................................................... 40
Not Treating ...................................................................................................................................... 41
Air Pressure Low Error ...................................................................................................................... 41
Nozzle Spluttering............................................................................................................................. 41
Problems that Require Service ......................................................................................................... 41
SpinTEC’s Nozzle Assemble Does Not Rotate .............................................................................................. 41
12 Appendix A: Modbus Communication Register Overview .................................................. 42
13 Appendix B: Assembly Drawing SpinTEC System ............................................................... 44
14 Appendix C: Electrical and Pneumatic Diagram................................................................. 46
15 Appendix D: BMU Series Quick Start Guide ....................................................................... 49

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1 Safety Regulations
High-voltage Equipment
The Tantec PLX System has been designed to be completely safe when properly used according to
the manufacturer´s operating instructions, which should be read in conjunction with the following
precautions on health and safety.
The Tantec PLX Systems are produced according to the EU standards (see CE declaration of
conformity) which applies to electronic apparatus intended for use in an industrial environment.
Other use is on your own responsibility.
Electrical Safety Hazard

The PLX nozzle’s and SpinTEC nozzle’s connection cable has a high voltage applied across it.
(Max.15kV). The nozzle and the connection cable are guarded to prevent accidental contact. These
guards should only be removed if the equipment is disconnected from the main electrical supply.
Any exposed nozzles should also be guarded to prevent accidental contact with the Plasma
discharge. The Plasma discharge itself is electrically potential-free, except at the very tip of the
nozzle. However, the discharge is hot, approximately 300 °C, resulting in a risk of burn if touched.
Only touch the nozzle 10 cm from the nozzle tip. Wear heat insulating gloves. Do not touch the
SpinTEC nozzle while it rotates.
Maintenance or repair work should only be carried out by a competent electrician. Such work should
not be attempted until the equipment has been disconnected from the main electrical supply. If
removed or disassembled without disconnecting from mains supply, an electric shock will be
delivered if a person either touches or comes within 5 cm of these parts. Such a shock will inevitably
cause transient discomfort, but it is unlikely to cause any lasting effect due to the low level of current
flow (50-200 mA).
Fire
In the event of fire, immediately disconnect the equipment from the main electrical supply if possible.
Use carbon dioxide, BCF (bromo-chloro-fluoro hydrocarbons) or dry powder extinguishers. Do NOT
use water or foam.
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Oxide Gases
The PLX and SpinTEC system produces a high amount of NO and NO2 during the plasma process.
PLX and SpinTEC

An average concentration of 1250 ppm for NO and 3700 ppm for NO 2 were measured for a single
PLX system with a medium gas flow of 1740 l/h in a special setup at Fraunhofer IST. From these
values, maximum production rates of 2.7 g/h for NO, 12.1 g/h for NO2 and 14.8 g/h NOx can be
calculated for a single PLX system using synthetic air as process gas. When using several PLX
systems (SpinTEC uses two nozzles/jets) the concentration of NO, NO2 and NOx in [ppm] or [mg/m
3 ] remain constant, while the production rate in [g/h] has to be multiplied by the number of jets or
can be calculated correctly by multiplication of the complete gas flow rate and the concentration in
[mg/m3].
The amount of oxygen plays an important role for the NOx production. At lower oxygen concentration
(< 6 %) mainly NO is formed, reaching a plateau at this value. With increasing oxygen content (> 6
%) the NO concentration remains constant and only the NO2 concentration increases. In addition,
the overall gas flow shows an effect of the NO/NO2 ratio. Lower gas flows show an increasing
concentration of NO while the NO2 concentration decreases.
First experiments show that if only nitrogen is used as process gas the NO value is smaller than 1
ppm and the NO2 value is below 15 ppm. These values are difficult to interpret due to the remaining
NO species at the surfaces of the stainless steel tubes from former experiments.
Using synthetic air as process gas every, PLX system produces appr. 0.45 mg/h O3 at a gas flow of
1800 l/h. The concentration of O3 is 0.25 mg/m3, which is in the range of the upper limits for the work
environment of most countries. Using nitrogen as process gas the surrounding atmosphere has to
be controlled to avoid the formation of a huge amount of ozone.
The treated surface, depending on material, might also release some gasses.
Table 1 - Summary of O3 and NOx concentrations and production rates for standard parameters (20% O2 and gas flow of 1800l/h).
PLX NO NO2 NOx O3
Limits DK [ppm] 25 2 -- 0.1
Concentration [ppm] 1250 3700 4950 0.13
Concentration [mg/m3] 1600 7000 8600 0.25
Production rate [g/h] 2.7 12.1 14.8 0.45 [mg/h]

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Exhaust
The system MUST be equipped with an exhaust system for removal of gases. Tantec recommends
a sufficiently effective exhaust system to prevent health issues and corrosion of machine parts.
Monitoring
Air monitoring of the working environment should be carried out over a period representative of
normal equipment operation to establish that the Occupational Exposure Limits are not being
exceeded.
Air monitoring may be carried out using Draeger or similar gas detection tubes.
Electrical Noise (EMC)

The generator is in accordance with the EU standards (see CE Declaration of Conformity) which
applies to electronic apparatus intended for use in an industrial environment.
If the generator is used in other than industrial or laboratory environments (e.g. residential properties)
precautions MUST be made to ensure that the EMC regulations are observed.
Warnings
Nitrogen oxide gases are hazardous to your health and therefore the system MUST be connected
to an exhaust system.
The machine which the PLX and/or SpinTEC is part of, shall be equipped with an emergency stop.
In case of emergency stop, the PLX and/or SpinTEC shall be stopped.
Operation, maintenance, and cleaning shall always be done by trained personnel and according to
the procedures described in the Instruction Manual.
Changes to the system MUST only be done by Tantec service department.
The system MUST not be installed in locations with flammable dust, liquids or gases.
During operation, keep hands away from the PLX nozzles. The discharge flame is potential free, but
very hot. In addition, the nozzle housing will heat up during operation.
Shielding mounted on the SpinTEC system must not be removed.
The SpinTEC must be mounted and secured on a stable surface.
Maximum rotation of SpinTEC speed is 1000 rpm.
The SpinTEC shall always be clean from dust and dirt.
Cleaning of the system may only be done with non-flammable liquid, for instance the Tantec Uni
Clean (cleaning liquid).
The system must not be started unless the exhaust system is working.
Rotating parts on the SpinTEC must be shielded.
The area around the SpinTEC system must always be kept free of objects.
The system must be installed according to safety performance level C. PL-C.
The system must be installed behind a safety fence according to CE regulations.

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Caution: Always ensure that you have correctly attached the PLX nozzle(s) to the PLX
Generator prior to Powering up the System.
General
The information contained in this data sheet for Tantec PLX System is, to the best of our knowledge,
correct at the date of publication. Tantec A/S cannot assume liability for any injury arising from the
misuse of the equipment or from ignoring the safety advice given.
The PLX system is designed for professional industrial and laboratory use and for integration into
existing production lines for surface treatment and cleaning purposes. Should the equipment be used
for other purposes it is at the user’s own risk.
If the Tantec PLX System is redistributed, details of its hazards and recommended methods of safe
handling should be passed on to all customers.
Information on health and safety is continuously updated by Tantec A/S. Inquiries should be made
to:
Tantec A/S,
Industrivej 6,
DK- 6640 Lunderskov,
Phone: +45 75 58 58 22,
Email: mail@tantec.com
Important: Tantec recommends that parts are quality checked regularly during operation of a
surface treatment system to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment is attained.

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2 EU Declaration of Conformity
The undersigned hereby declare that the following system:
Category: High Frequency Plasma/Corona Generator
Model/type: PlasmaTEC-X
Manufacturer: Tantec A/S

Industrivej 6
DK-6640 Lunderskov
Ph. +45 7558 5822
is in accordance with:
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive
Standard used: EN 61010-1:2010: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use - Part 1: General requirements
2014/30/EU EMC Directive
Standards used: EN 61000-6-4:2007 including Amd.1:2011: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-4:
Generic standards - Emission standard for industrial environments
EN 61000-3-2:2014: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-2: Limits - Limits for
harmonic current emissions
EN 61000-3-3:2013: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-3: Limits - Limitation of
voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker
EN 61000-6-2:2005: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -- Part 6-2: Generic standards -
Immunity for industrial environments
2011/65/EU RoHS Directive
Standards used: EN 50581:2012: Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and
electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous
substances
Lunderskov, April 2019
Morten Thrane
CEO

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3 EC Declaration of partly completed machinery
05-07-2019

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4 Warranty
The warranty is valid 12 months from delivery date. If the equipment is used more intensely than
agreed, this period shall be reduced proportionally.
If the Buyer wants to invoke a defect, the Buyer shall without undue delay and within 14 days after
the defect has been discovered or should have been discovered give Tantec written Notice
specifying the defect. The notice shall contain a description of how the defect manifests itself. Notice
of a defect shall be given immediately if there is a reason to believe that the defect may cause
damage.
If the Buyer has, or should have discovered a defect and the Buyer fails to make a complaint as
stated, the Buyer shall forfeit his right to make any claim in respect of the defect.
At Tantec’s discretion, defects in the equipment or products sold shall be remedied, replaced with
new items or the purchase price of the item sold will be credited to the Buyer.
If defects occur within the 12 month period, Tantec will repair any faults, which are due to
manufacturing defects or component failures.
If defects occur within the warranty period, the equipment has to be returned to Tantec. The Buyer
is obliged to deliver the equipment to Tantec for repairs and shall bear all the costs in this regard.
If Tantec finds it is necessary to repair on site, all travel related expenses will be separately invoiced.
Tantec’s liability is limited to the defects arising out of the assumed working conditions in the
agreement and the proper use of the delivery.
The warranty does not cover incidents due to misuse of the equipment, Buyer´s negligence, or if the
Buyer does not follow the operating instructions listed in the technical manual. Damage during
transportation is excluded from the warranty. It is recommended that the Buyer insures the
equipment before shipment.
Changes or modifications of the equipment without Tantec’s consent releases Tantec of all
responsibility and liability.
Tantec is not liable for defects caused by material supplied by the Buyer, constructions which are
stipulated/specified by the Buyer, mistakenly performed preparatory work performed by the Buyer
and circumstances occurring after the takeover including defects caused by faulty maintenance on
the part of the Buyer, changes in the delivery performed by the Buyer without Tantec’s written
consent, faulty repairs performed by the Buyer and normal wear and tear or deterioration. Wear and
tear includes dielectric material which is exposed to the corona discharge e.g. filter, conveyor belt
and other components specified in the Instruction Manual under "spare parts".
Tantec is not responsible for the quality of the produced items, and any associated defects including
adherence on any surface or defects due to faulty quality control, proper maintenance checks, and
proper cleaning of the machine and the working environment.
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The Tantec EST1 system is designed according to the Buyer´s specifications, including tests of
samples and/or test objects. The warranty does not cover the result of the treatment or defects in
the produced items, including if there are deviations from the original samples or flaws and
deficiencies in the Buyer’s specifications or if the Buyer does not observe the proper production rate.
The Buyer is obliged to keep a log journal of the production, production rate and all produced items.
Furthermore, the Buyer is responsible for self-regulation and control of the produced items. Tantec
recommends that the Buyer performs adequate quality control of produced items not less than per
every 100 produced items.
If Tantec provides any consultancy services regarding codification, preventive maintenance,

calculations, analysis or supervising of the Buyer’s products, Tantec shall be responsible in the
performance of the services for exercising the degree of skill and care consistent with customarily
accepted professional and technical practices and procedures for performing the type of services
required for the Project. No other standards or warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties
of marketability or fitness for a particular purpose apply.
Tantec will not be responsible for the acts or omissions of any others, except for its own employees.
Tantec will not direct or have control over any of the Buyer’s property or production line. Tantec will
not have authority over or responsibility for the means, methods, techniques, sequences, or
procedures of production, for work site health or safety precautions or programs, or for any failure of
the Buyer, or others, to comply with contracts, plans, specifications or laws.
The Buyer is obliged to inspect, approve and survey any of the services and tests provided by
Tantec.
Tantec retains all copyrights and other rights in software, programming and the computer tools, etc.,
included in or used for the development of the equipment. Tantec’s copyright and other rights include
any business methods, processes and special functions in the equipment. Any technology,
methodology, or technical information learned or developed by Tantec will remain its property.
All software, documents, data, calculations and work papers prepared or furnished by Tantec are
instruments of service and will remain Tantec’s property. Software, designs, reports, data, and other
services delivered to or on behalf of the Buyer are for the Buyer’s use only for the limited purposes
disclosed to Tantec and subject to the Buyer paying for the services to provide said work product.
Any delayed use, use at another site, use on another project, or use by a third party will be at the
user’s sole risk and the Buyer agrees to indemnify and defend Tantec against any liabilities resulting
there from.
Tantec shall have no liability for defects beyond the above. This applies to any loss the defect may
cause including loss of profits, loss of production and any other consequential economic loss. The
above limitation in Tantec’s liability shall not apply where Tantec has been guilty of gross negligence.
Any and all other contractual liability for Tantec shall further be limited to DKK 500,000 per incident
of contract breach i.e. a series of Serial Defects with the same root cause or any other individual
breach of contract.
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EXCEPT FOR THE ABOVE MENTIONED A) TANTEC DOES NOT MAKE, BY VIRTUE OF ANY
AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE, AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS, ANY
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO ANY COMPONENTS
DELIVERED BY THE BUYER, ANY SERVICES, ANY PREVIOUSLY DEVELOPED MATERIAL,
ANY NEWLY DEVELOPED MATERIAL OR ANY OTHER PROJECT DELIVERABLES, OR
OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT,
AND B) ALL PROJECTS ARE UNDERTAKEN, AND ALL PROJECT SERVICES, PREVIOUSLY
DEVELOPED MATERIAL, NEWLY DEVELOPED MATERIAL, AND OTHER PROJECT
DELIVERABLES ARE PROVIDED, BY TANTEC ON AN “AS IS” BASIS.
FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT, (A) TANTEC PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER

WITH RESPECT TO ANY THIRD PARTY COMPONENTS IN ANY PRODUCTS, AND (B) THE
BUYER, NOT TANTEC, BEARS ALL RISK OF ANY DAMAGE, LOSS, LIABILITY, COST, OR
EXPENSE RELATED TO ANY CLAIM THAT ANY SERVICES, COMPONENTS OR ANY
SOFTWARE OR OTHER PROJECT DELIVERABLES INFRINGE ANY PATENTS, COPYRIGHTS,
OR OTHER PROPRIETARY OR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS.

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5 Equipment Delivery
PLX Delivery
The following parts and components are included with the delivery:
1 pc. PLX generator
1 pc. PLX nozzle
1 pc. Mains power cable without mains plug (6mtr)
1 pc. 4-pole connection cable, to daisy chain the unit onto the digital bus system
1 pc. 8-pole IO cable
1 pc. HMI (can run 1-8 units) (NOT INCLUDED IF PLX OEM)
1 pc. Instruction Manual
The HMI can control up to eight PLX Multis. Each additional PLX Multi will require the following:
1 pc. PLX generator
1 pc. PLX nozzle
1 pc. 4-pole Connection cable, to daisy chain the unit onto the digital bus system
SpinTEC Delivery
The following parts and components are included with the delivery:
2 pc. PLX generator
1 pc. SpinTEC
2 pc. SpinTEC/PLX Cable (grey, 2 meter standard. Others on request)
1 pc. 8-pole SpinTEC control cable
1 pc. 4-pole connection cable, to daisy chain the unit onto the digital bus system (NOT
INCLUDED IF PLX OEM)
1 pc. HMI (can run 1-8 units) (NOT INCLUDED IF PLX OEM)
1 pc. Instruction Manual
Description of the SpinTEC System

Aluminum housing with brushless motor and frequency converter.
Aluminum bearing housing with stainless steel shaft.
3D printed part with two plasma nozzles.
The rotating parts on the SpinTEC must be placed behind safety shield.
safety shield is not included in the system.
To prevent corrosion, the material used to make safety shield to cover the rotating parts on the
SpinTEC must consist of stainless steel, anodized aluminium or poly material.

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Optional Equipment
The system MUST be connected to DRY and CLEAN compressed air. Tantec offers the necessary
filter systems as optional to all PLX systems. The Tantec filter kit system is according to 1.7.2 per
DIN ISO 8573-1.
Tantec part number: 098090

Consists of: water and oil filters build together
Installation: Vertical ONLY
Figure 2 - Pneumatic Diagram
Figure 1 - Optional Water and Oil Filtration System

for PLX
Return of Equipment
In case of return, the generator must be packed up very securely. It is recommended to use the
original packaging. Notice including serial number MUST BE communicated to Tantec prior to any
return.
Please return the generator to one of the below Tantec locations.
Tantec A/S Tantec EST Inc.

Industrivej 6 160 N. Brandon Drive
6640 Lunderskov Glendale Heights
Denmark IL, USA
+45 7558 5822 +1 630 351 1320
mail@tantec.com usa@tantec.com
For alternative worldwide service locations please check: www.tantec.com

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6 Technical Specifications
General Specification
Technical Specifications Generator PLX HMI PLX Nozzle
Mains voltage & 100-250V AC – 50/60Hz
24V DC N/A
Frequency Universal power input
Power 550VA N/A ~415watt
Ramp up time 10 ms N/A N/A
Shut down time < 1 ms N/A N/A
Power factor >0,95 N/A N/A

Discharge flame,
N/A N/A Approximately 300 oC
temperature
Dimension, mm LxWxH LxWxH Diameter x Length
(L x W x H) 470 x 150 x 198 169 x 125 x 167 30 x 206
Weight , kg 6,1 2,0 1,1 (standard)
Operating temperature 10-50oC 10-50oC 10-50oC

Max 80% RH non Max 80% RH non Max 80% RH non
Air humidity
condensing condensing condensing
Mounting 4 x M6 Screws Stand alone Holding clamp included
Units per HMI N/A 1-8 units N/A
Compress air supply 4-8 bar dry and clean N/A N/A
Compressed air OD 8 mm
N/A N/A
connection (Quick connection)
Discharge flame width N/A N/A 8-14mm
Air consumption, liter N/A N/A 30-38ltr/min

Hose length from 2 meter standard.
N/A N/A
Generator to nozzle Other on request
IP Rating IP40 IP42 N/A

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Technical Specifications SpinTEC

Mains voltage & 100-250V AC – 50/60Hz
Frequency Universal power input
Power ( motor ) 120 W
PLX / SpinTEC power 1220 W
Ramp up time (Rotation) 1s
Shut down time (Rotation) 1s
Power factor >0,95

Discharge flame,
Approximately 300 oC
temperature
Dimension, mm LxWxH
(L x W x H) 461 x 210x 303
Weight , kg 10
Operating temperature 10-50oC

Max 80% RH non
Air humidity
condensing
Mounting 4 x M8 Screws
Units per HMI N/A
Compress air supply N/A

Compressed air
N/A
connection
Discharge flame width 8-14mm
Air consumption, liter 60-76ltr/min

Hose length from 2 meter standard.
Generator to SpinTEC Other on request
IP Rating IP40
Capacity/Line speed Max. 10 m/min.

Specified by the customer
Treatment width
(40-150 mm width).
Rotation speed 500-1000 r/min.
Noise < 70dBA

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Equipment Drawings and Dimensions
PLX Generator
Figure 3 - PLX dimensions drawing
HMI
Figure 4 - HMI dimensions drawing

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PLX Nozzle
Figure 5 - Nozzle dimensions drawing

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SpinTEC
Figure 6 - SpinTEC Dimensions Drawing

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7 Installation
The following installation instructions MUST be followed to ensure safe and accurate use of the
equipment:
Connection Overview
DISPLAY
AIR INLET
8-POLE I/O
PROTECTIVE
GROUND ADJUSTING KNOB
4-POLE DATABUS
NOZZLE A AND B
CONNECTOR
MAINS POWER INLET,

MOUNTING FUSE, MAIN POWER SWITCH
HOLES
Figure 7 - PLX connections overview

PLX Nozzle
1. Mount in the production line using M6 screws.
2. Ensure a proper distance from nozzle tip to the parts of approx. 4-12 mm. depending on
material.
3. Connect to the PLX.
PLX Generator
1. Use the four mounting holes to mount the generator.
2. Make sure you have at least 20mm air passage around the unit to avoid overheating.
3. Connect the following:
- Mains cable to mains power inlet - make sure you have a cable with ground connection.
- 4-pole connection cable from HMI to Databus A on PLX (if PLX Multi).
- Optional 8-pole I/O connector cable from external PLC or similar (if in use).
- 4-pole connection cable (Daisy chain) to the next PLX (if multiple PLXs).
- Protective ground cable from PLX to the machine chassis, minimum 2.5mm2.
- Pressurized clean and dry air (4-8 bar) to the PLX air inlet.
- Remember to switch ON the main power switch.

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SpinTEC
The rotating parts on the SpinTEC must be shielded.
Shielding is not included in the system.
To prevent corrosion, the material used to make shielding to cover the rotating parts on the SpinTEC
must consist of stainless steel, anodized aluminium or poly material.
1. Mount the SpinTEC System on the production line using M8 screws.

2. Ensure a proper distance from the nozzle tip to the parts of approx. 4-12 mm. depending on
material.
3. Set the rotation speed on the SpinTEC motor driver:
a. Manual mode: rotate the knob on the motor driver. Proper speed depends on material.
b. External from PLC through 8-pole SpinTEC control cable: See the BMU Series
manual.
4. Connect the following:
- Connect to the PLX using two SpinTEC/PLX cables.
- Mains cable to mains power inlet - make sure you have cable with ground connection.
- Optional 8-pole SpinTEC control cable from external PLC or similar (if in use).
5. When operating the SpinTEC, the external operation signal must be set to ON. (see page 25
in the motordriver manual)
Mounting SpinTEC on Handling System
When mounting SpinTEC on a handling system (robot or gantry systems) the maximum speed and
acceleration must not exceed the following.
Max. Speed: 0.66 m/sec.

Max. Acceleration: 2.5 m/sec2.
The cables connected to the SpinTEC must be mounted in an energy chain to prevent damaging the
cables.

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Communication Between HMI/PLC and PLXs

The HMI can control up to 8 connected PLX Multis and be used to view parameters on up to 8 PLX
OEMs via the Modbus communication databus.
The HMI is connected to first PLX’s Databus A connector with the 4-pole connection cable.
Each following PLX is connected using the 4-pole connection cable. Remember to connect each
PLX to protective ground.
HMI Databus A
Databus B
PLX (ID=A1)
Protective Ground
PLC Databus A
Databus B
PLX (ID=10)
Protective Ground
Databus A PLX (ID=A2) Databus A PLX (ID=11)

Databus B Databus B
Protective Ground Protective Ground
Databus A PLX (ID=A8) Databus A PLX (ID=24)

Databus B Databus B
Protective Ground Protective Ground
Figure 8 - Modbus Communication Connection Diagram
IMPORTANT: When using the HMI, one of the PLXs must have ID=’A1’. The rest of the PLXs should
all have different IDs. See sections 8.1.1.1 and 8.2.2 for configuring the ID of a PLX Multi and PLX
OEM respectively.
When using the HMI, communication to the additional PLXs needs to be enabled. This is done on
the HMI’s Start Screen. Press “SETUP” to enable communication with additional connected PLXs.
Figure 9 - Start Screen, Press "SETUP” to enable communication Figure 10 - Enable additional connected PLXs. Green
with connected PLXs, standard password is 1702. buttons are connected, yellow are disconnected.
IMPORTANT: Only enable PLX IDs connected to the system or else the HMI will hang due to missing
communication response.
After configuring connected PLXs, restart the system by turning off all connected generators and
then turn all back on again.
When using a PLC to communicate to the PLXs, use IDs 10 through 24.

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8 Operation
This chapter describes how to operate the PLX.
See section 8.1 for operating PLX Multi.
See section 8.2 for operating PLX OEM.
PLX Multi Operation
The PLX Multi can be configured and operated with the HMI.
The PLX Multi can also be operated via the I/O connection if configured using the HMI.
Start Treatment
The treatment can be started in two ways, either using the HMI (section 8.1.1.2) or using the I/O
connector (section 8.1.1.3).
8.1.1.1 Configure Modbus ID if Multiple PLXs
If multiple PLXs are connected, the IDs should be different on each one.
The default ID is ‘A1’ which is OK if only 1 PLX is connected per HMI.
The ID is shown in the PLX display if no errors are present.
The PLX ID is set by pressing and holding the “Adjusting Knob” on the PLX until the display starts
flashing. The ID can be set to a value from A1 to 24.
The HMI always expects a PLX with ID=’A1’.

If multiple PLXs are present, they should be consecutive numbered, i.e. if 5 PLXs are connected to
a HMI, their IDs should preferably be ‘A1’, ‘A2’, ‘A3’, ‘A4’, and ‘A5’.
8.1.1.2 Start treatment using HMI
When the HMI starts up, the start screen of the HMI is a status overview of the connected PLXs. Press
the PLX number 1, as in Figure 11. If it prompts for a password, the standard password is 1702.
Press ’1’ to setup the

PLX with ID=’A1’.
Figure 11 – Start Screen, Enter setup of PLX with ID=’A1’ using the HMI

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• On the setup screen, no alarms should be present. Any alarms will prevent treating.
• “START ENABLED” should be on/green.
• “I/O ENABLED” should be red.
• “AIR ENABLE” should be green.
• If multiple PLXs are connected, the “COPY TO ALL NODES” button can be pressed to copy
the current configuration to all connected PLXs.
No alarms AIR ENABLED

is GREEN
Press to copy
configuration to all
connected PLXs Start treatment
button
START ENABLED
is GREEN
I/O ENABLED is RED
Figure 12 - Enable start treatment from HMI
When the HMI looks as Figure 12 the start criteria are met and the treatment should start on the
connected and properly configured PLXs when pressing the green START button. The setup can be
copied to all connected PLXs by pressing the yellow “COPY TO ALL NODES” button.

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8.1.1.3 Start Treatment using I/O Connector

Before treatment can be started using the I/O connector, it shall be enabled in the setup screen. See
Figure 17 on how to enter the setup screen.
To enable I/O control, the following conditions shall be met:
• On the setup screen, no alarms should be present. Any alarms will prevent treating.
• “START ENABLED” should be on/green.
• “I/O ENABLED” should be green.
• “AIR ENABLE” should be green.
• If multiple PLXs are connected, the “COPY TO ALL NODES” button can be pressed to copy
the current configuration to all connected PLXs.
No alarms Start treatment

button
Press to copy
connected PLXs
START ENABLED AIR ENABLED
is GREEN is GREEN
I/O ENABLED
is GREEN
Figure 13 - Enable I/O control

When the above criteria are met, the PLX can be controlled through the I/O connector.
The GND and +24V DC signal shall always be present when using the I/O connector.
For normal operation, activate Air Enable and wait for the Ready Status signal. When the Ready
Status signal is set, then enable intermittent and check that the Run Status signal is high. Ready
status signal goes low when the Run Status signal is high. If the Alarm Status signal is high, then
check the error code on the PLX.
White In GND
Brown In Intermittent (Min. 3k input)
Green In Air Enable (Min. 3k input)
PLX
Yellow
Grey Out Run Status (Max. 20mA)
Pink Out Alarm Status (Max. 20mA)
I/O
Blue Out Ready Status (Max. 20mA)
Connector
Red In +24V DC
Figure 14 - I/O Connection pinout
Figure 15 - Signal levels for normal start treatment operation

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8.1.1.4 Copy Configuration to All PLXs

When PLX with ID=’A1’ is configured, its configuration can be copied to other PLXs connected to the
same HMI. On the setup screen for PLX with ID=’A1’, press the “COPY TO ALL NODES” button to
copy its configuration to all PLXs.
It is ONLY possible to copy configurations from PLX with ID=’A1’.
Press to copy
connected PLXs
Figure 16 - Setup screen, copy configuration to all PLXs

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Extra Features
The PLX has extra features that can be set if needed.
8.1.2.1 Change Air Flow
The default airflow is set to 1700 liters/hour, which is normally a good value. The normal range is from 1400-
1900 liters/hour. If the nozzle splutters, this can often be resolved by increasing or decreasing the airflow by
100-300 liters/hour. Nozzle spluttering can also be caused by a worn nozzle electrode tip or tungsten electrode,
see maintenance on page 28. The PLX airflow can be changed using the HMI.
When the HMI starts up, the start screen of the HMI is a status overview of the connected PLXs. Press the
PLX which shall have its airflow changed. If it prompts for a password, the standard password is 1702.
Press ’1’ to setup the

PLX with ID=’A1’.
After the setup screen is entered, press the “SET” button to enter the airflow setup screen.
Press “SET” to enter

airflow setup for the PLX
Figure 18 – Setup Screen, Setup airflow on PLX with ID='A1' using the HMI
On the airflow setup page, the airflow can be increased or decreased using the and buttons.
If the set airflow value shall be the same on all connected PLXs, the “COPY AIRSET GEN2-8” button can
be used to copy the airflow setting from PLX with ID=’A1’ to the rest of the PLXs.
Increase Airflow
Decrease Airflow
Copy airflow
settings to all
connected PLXs
Figure 19 - HMI airflow settings screen

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8.1.2.2 Standby Air Flow

Standby air flow can be enabled to ensure that dust does not enter the nozzle when the PLX is on
standby, e.g. not treating.
The standby air flow is enabled in the air flow setup menu on the HMI. See section 8.1.2.1 for how
to enter the air flow setup menu.
In the air flow setup menu, press the “STBY AIR” button so it becomes green and shows “STBY AIR
ON”. When this is enabled, the PLX will have a weak air flow from its nozzle when it is not treating.
The treatment starts a little slower when it needs to start from standby air flow compared to when
standby air is disabled. If successive treatments are necessary, enabling the standby air flow can be
delayed which minimizes treatment startup time. This is done by pressing the number below “DELAY
OFF” and entering a time that is larger than the time between the successive treatments. This will
maintain full air flow for X seconds, after the treatment is stopped.
Enable STBY AIR
Delay between
treatment is stopped
and standby air flow is
enabled.
Enable Boost mode
Figure 20 - Air flow setup, enable standby air flow
8.1.2.3 Boost Mode

When intensive short-time treatment is needed, the PLX has a Boost mode which increases the
output power from 415Watt to 600Watt. This mode can only be used for 60 seconds continuously.
The Boost mode can also only have a 50% on-time which means that if an object is treated with
Boost mode for 15 seconds, the PLX needs to be on standby for at least 15 seconds before the next
object can be treated for 15 seconds.
Boost mode is enabled in the air flow setup menu on the HMI. See 8.1.2.1 for how to enter the air
flow setup menu.
In the air flow setup menu (see Figure 20), press “BOOST” so it turns green and shows “BOOST
ON”. Boost is now enabled and the PLX will treat with 600Watt.

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8.1.2.4 Pulsed Alarm Code over I/O Connection

In the Standard Alarm Mode (Standard IO), the Alarm Status output on the I/O connector is high
when one or more alarm conditions are present, and the alarm code shall be checked on the PLX
Display. See Table 5 on page 39 for a list of alarm codes.
In Pulsed Alarm Code Mode (Pulse IO), the Alarm Status output on the I/O connector is initially
high for 500ms followed by a number of 200ms high pulses. The number of 200ms high pulses
corresponds to the alarm code number -1, e.g. initial pulse + 4 pulses = error code 3.
Figure 21 shows an example of Alarm Status output for error code = 3:
Figure 21 - Pulsed Alarm Code of Error Code 4
Pulsed Alarm Code mode is enabled in the air flow setup menu on the HMI. See 8.1.2.1 for how to
enter the air flow setup menu.
In the air flow setup menu (see Figure 20), press the “PULSE IO” so it becomes green. Pulsed Alarm
mode is now enabled and the Alarm Status signal will pulse when an alarm is present.
Pulsed Alarm mode can be disabled by pressing the “STANDARD IO” button.
Enable standard
Alarm mode
Enable Pulsed
Alarm mode

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8.1.2.5 Change HMI Password

The standard password for entering PLX configuration is 1702. You can change the password in the
Help Menu.
Press “HELP” to
enter Help Menu
Figure 22 - Start Screen, enter help menu to change password.

In the Help Menu, press “CHANGE PASSWORD” to change the password.
Press“CHANGE
PASSWORD” to enter
Change Password menu
Figure 23 - Help Menu, from here you can change password.

Press “Edit” to change password, enter the new password, and press “ENT”. Press “OK” to confirm
password change. DO NOT DELETE A PASSWORD as it forces a software update and locks the
screen due to no password, and you can not use the HMI anymore.
OK to Confirm
password change
Change Password
Figure 24 - Change Password Menu, NEVER DELETE PASSWORD!

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PLX OEM Operation

The PLX OEM can be configured using the “Adjusting Knob” and “Display” seen on Figure 30 below.
The PLX OEM is operated using the I/O connector.
DISPLAY
8-POLE I/O
ADJUSTING KNOB
Figure 25 - PLX connections overview
Start Treatment
The PLX OEM can only be controlled through the I/O connector.
The GND and +24V DC signal shall always be present when using the I/O connector.
For normal operation, activate Air Enable and wait for the Ready Status signal. When the Ready
Status signal is set, then enable intermittent and check that the Run Status signal is high, see Figure
26 and Figure 27. Ready status signal goes low when the Run Status signal is high.
If Alarm Status signal is high, then check the error code on the PLX.
White In GND
Brown In Intermittent (Min. 3k input)
Green In Air Enable (Min. 3k input)
PLX
Yellow
Grey Out Run Status (Max. 20mA)
Pink Out Alarm Status (Max. 20mA)
I/O
Blue Out Ready Status (Max. 20mA)
Connector
Red In +24V DC
Figure 26 - I/O Connection pinout
Figure 27 - Signal levels for normal start treatment operation

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Configure PLX OEM

The PLX OEM shall be configured using the Adjusting Knob and display on the PLX. The parameters
that can be configured are Air flow, Modbus ID, Pulsed Alarm Code mode, and Boost enable.
The PLX OEM display menu has 4 pages that can be browsed by rotating the Adjusting Knob.
Status page: shows the PLX treatment status: St=STOP, Ry=READY, ru=RUN.
Press knob to adjust air flow, see section 8.2.2.1.
ID page: shows the Modbus ID, A1 to 24. Used if an HMI is connected.
Press knob to change ID, see section 8.2.2.2.
Pulse Alarm Code Shows At.
Time page: Press knob to configure Pulsed Alarm Code, see section 8.2.2.3.
Boost page: Shows Boost status: bo=off, 8o=on.
Press knob to enable/disable boost, see section 8.2.2.4.
Pulsed Alarm Turn Knob to

Page
Page
Page
Page
Status ID Code Time Boost change page
Press knob
0 = Off 1 sec. and
AIR SET release
A1 to 24 1-20 = On On / Off
x100L/h
(x100ms) Yellow box = PLX Status
Adjusting knob Adjusting knob Adjusting knob Adjusting knob

idle for 6 sec. idle for 6 sec. idle for 6 sec. idle for 6 sec.
St = STOP
Ry = READY
ru = RUN
Figure 28 - PLX OEM Display menu system overview
8.2.2.1 Configure Air Flow

The default airflow is set to 1700 liters/hour, which is normally a good value. The normal range is
from 1400-1900 liters/hour. If the nozzle splutters, this can often be resolved by increasing the airflow
by 100-300 liters/hour. Nozzle spluttering can also be caused by a worn nozzle tip, see maintenance
on page 28.
The PLX air flow can be changed by setting the display to the status page, press and hold the knob
for 1 sec and release to enter the air flow configuration. Shown air flow is x100 liter/hour. Rotating
the knob changes the air flow. Air flow can be set between 10 and 29 which is from 1000 liter/hour
to 2900 liter/hour.
8.2.2.2 Configure Modbus ID (Address)

The Modbus ID is used if an HMI or PLC is connected to the Databus. The HMI or PLC cannot be
used to start or stop treatment but is only allowed to view parameters.
Modbus ID can be changed by setting the display to the ID page, pressing and holding the knob for

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1 sec and releasing to enter the ID configuration. Rotating the knob changes the ID and can be set
from A1 to 24.
8.2.2.3 Configure Pulsed Alarm Code over I/O Connection
In the Standard Alarm Mode (Standard IO), the Alarm Status output on the I/O connector is high
when one or more alarm conditions are present, and the alarm code shall be checked on the PLX
Display. See Table 5 on page 39 for a list of alarm codes.
In Pulsed Alarm Code Mode, the Alarm Status output on the I/O connector is initially high for
500ms followed by a number of high pulses. The number of high pulses corresponds to the alarm
code number -1, e.g. initial pulse + 4 pulses = error code 3. Figure 29 shows an example of Alarm
Status output for error code = 3.
Figure 29 - Pulsed Alarm Code of Error Code 4
Pulsed alarm code can be configured by setting the display to Pulsed Alarm Code Time page,
pressing and holding the knob for 1 sec and releasing to enter the configuration. Rotating the knob
changes the pulse width time (X in Figure 29).
0 = Off (Alarm status output is always high for an alarm)

1 – 20 = Pulse width (X Figure 29) is 100ms – 2000ms.
8.2.2.4 Configure Boost Mode

When intensive short time treatment is needed, the PLX has a Boost mode which increases the
output power from 415Watt to 600Watt. This mode can only be used for 60 seconds continuously.
The Boost mode can also only have a 50% on-time which means that if an object is treated with
Boost mode for 15 seconds, the PLX needs to be on standby for at least 15 seconds before the next
object can be treated for 15 seconds.
Boost mode can be enabled/disabled by setting the display on Boost page, pressing and holding the
knob for 1 sec and releasing to enter the configuration. Rotating the knob changes Boost mode on/off
state.
SpinTEC Operation
The SpinTEC Motor shall be started prior to starting treatment. Treatment is started as in section
8.1.1 8.1 and 8.2.
Adjust the speed according to material, see section 7.4.

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9 Post Treatment
Important: Tantec recommends that parts are quality checked regularly during operation of a
surface treatment system to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment is attained.
How to test treatment

Do not touch the film after treatment. Using a dyne solution as the one mentioned in section 1,0,
concerning the applications (effect of treatment), and apply test ink to the treated area. The solution
must remain flat for more than 2 seconds. No bending or pulling together is permitted.
The test ink is available from 30 – 56 mN/m.
NOTE: Tested film cannot be used. Please reject.
Shelf life of treatment

Shelf life may be short and it is recommended to print immediately after treatment.
Additives:
High concentrations of slip, additive, antioxidants and antistats in the resin can adversely affect the
level of treatment. Additive blooming can be counteracted by treatment, and processing of the part
as quickly as possible after treatment.
Machine oil and grease:
Keep film away from dirty equipment. Grease and oil spots cannot be treated and could damage the
treating electrodes.
How to handle treated parts

Contamination and handling.
Care should be taken to avoid contamination on the surface of the parts prior to and after treatment.
Severe contamination will reduce the effect of the treatment:
Handling.
Wear clean cotton or latex gloves to handle parts. Body oils alone can reduce the effect of treatment.
Oil and grease.

Corona treatment can only remove micro-thin layers of oil and grease. Preferably, the metal parts
should be washed and dried before entering the treatment zone.
Wiping of parts.
Wiping treated areas with paper or cloth towels will destroy the treated areas. Dust or dirt should be
blown off or rinsed with water and allowed to air dry. Ionised air can be used to effectively remove
dust without interfering with the treatment. Protect treated parts from dusty or dirty areas.
Since surface treatment is invisible, a good quality control method of testing the level of treatment is
paramount. The best method to determine whether a coating will or will not stick to the treated
surface is to coat a few samples, and test the samples with a crosshatch test. Be sure the coating
has cured before testing. Check the manufacturer’s recommendations for proper curing procedures.
Tantec supply a range of dyne solutions and contact angle meters to supplement your testing
requirements.

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10 Maintenance
Only very limited maintenance is necessary for the PLX system.
Pre-maintenance procedure
1. Switch off the Machine.
2. Switch off the PLX generator on mains switch.
3. Switch off the Motor Controller (SpinTEC ONLY).
4. Remove the nozzle from the generator.
5. Wear heat insulating gloves as the nozzle tip’s parts can be hot (above 60° Celsius).
6. Wear non ESD shoes.
Cleaning
Keep the equipment clean of dust and dirt.
Check weekly that the nozzle is dry and clean.
If the Insulator G-et (pn:822170) needs cleaning, use 3M Scotch Brite. DO NOT USE ANY
CLEANING AGENT. See Figure 35 for detailed component placement.
Safety
Check weekly that every cable is in a healthy condition and the cable connections are properly
connected.

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Wear and Tear

Due to mechanical wear and electrical discharges inside the nozzle, some components get worn
and need to be replaced. This regards the Nozzle’s electrode tip, Tungsten Electrode, and Timing
Belt if SpinTEC, seen in Figure 30, Figure 31, and Figure 32 respectively.
Figure 30 –Electrode Tip Figure 31 - Tungsten Electrode

(pn:220100) (pn:220118) Figure 32 - SpinTEC Timing Belt
The EST System shall be maintained according to the details below:

Every 1500 Every 5000 Every 10000 Check
hours of operation hours of operation hours of operation points
Electrode Tip X 1
Tungsten Electrode X 2
Timing belt (SpinTEC) (X) X 3
Cleaning Weekly 4
Service check of SpinTEC Every year 5
1. Exchange the Electrode Tip on the Plasma Nozzles every 1500 hours of operation.
2. Exchange the Nozzle Tips inside the Plasma Nozzles every 5000 hours of operation.
3. Check the timing belt for wear and tear every 5000 hours of operation, if necessary
replace timing belt. Exchange the timing belt inside the SpinTEC every 10000 hours of
operation. Replacement of timing belt requires special tools, see section 9.5.3 SpinTEC
Spare Parts List
4. In order to keep the system operating 100% it is very important to keep the system
clean. Use a suitable cleaning fluid, for instance Tantec UNI Clean.
5. In order to keep the system operating 100% Tantec recommend a service check of the
SpinTEC every year, made by Tantec Lunderskov.
The service check includes:
5.1. Replacing HV connection.
5.2. Replacing motor brushes.
5.3. Replacing timing belt.
5.4. Replacing air sealings.
5.5. Overall cleaning of SpinTEC System.
The HMI can be used to show hours of runtime, see section 10.4.2 for details.
If the Nozzle’s Electrode Tip and Tungsten Electrode are not replaced when worn, this results in
splutter from the nozzle and ultimately poor and unreliable treatment.
See section 10.5 for how to order spare parts and for spare parts lists.
Be careful to install all parts correctly again when the electrode tip or tungsten electrode has been
replaced. Especially the Insulator G-et (pn:833170) can be inserted incorrectly. The Insulator G-et
(pn:833170) must be inserted as the last part, before the Nozzle Head (pn:220102) and

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Electrode tip (pn:220100) is screwed on. See page 36 for nozzle diagram.
SpinTEC Parts Replacement Guide
When maintenance services is required always

disconnect the system from power and compressed air.
10.4.1.1 Replace Tungsten Electrode

1. Remove air hose, Pos. 1.
2. Remove high voltage cable, Pos. 2.
3. Loosen and remove the two screws, Pos. 3.
4. Pull out assembly, Pos. 4.
5. Loosen and remove screw, Pos. 5.
6. Remove nozzle lock plate, Pos. 6.
7. Unscrew nozzle, Pos. 7.
8. Unscrew center electrode Pos. 8.
9. Loosen and remove setscrew, Pos. 9.
10. Carefully replace the tungsten electrode with a new one, Pos. 10.
11. Mount a new electrode by following the
steps 1-9 in reverse order.
10.4.1.2 Replace Electrode Tip

1. Carefully replace the electrode tip with a new one, Pos. A.

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HMI Service and Maintenance Time Counters

The PLX has build-in runtime counters that can be used to schedule periodic maintenance.
The runtime counter screen can be entered by pressing the “INFO” button on the start screen.
Press “INFO” to
enter the Runtime
Counter screen.
10.4.2.1 PLX Runtime Counter

The PLX runtime counter tracks the total time the PLX has been treating.
Navigation pane
used to view other
runtime counters.
Figure 34 - PLX Runtime Counter Screen

10.4.2.2 PLX Uptime Counter
The PLX Uptime Counter tracks the total time the PLX has been powered.
Navigation pane
used to view other
runtime counters.

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10.4.2.3 Nozzle Electrode Tip and Tungsten Electrode Time Counter

These counters are used to track Nozzle maintenance. The nozzle electrode tip shall be replaced
after 1500 hours and the tungsten electrode shall be replaced after 5000 hours. See section 10.5 for
details.
Navigation pane
used to view other
runtime counters.
10.4.2.4 Set Alarm Threshold Values

Alarm threshold values can be set to warn if service is required, when entering the runtime counter
pages.
Reset all alarms set
time to standard time
Reset alarm
Alarm enable set time to
standard time

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Ordering Spare Parts

Contact Info
Contact Tantec for ordering spare parts. Taking a picture of you pointing at the part and a picture
of the machine number helps us to find the correct part for your specific machine.
Tantec A/S Tantec EST Inc.

Industrivej 6 160 N. Brandon Drive
6640 Lunderskov Glendale Heights
Denmark IL, USA
+45 7558 5822 +1 630 351 1320
mail@tantec.com usa@tantec.com
For alternative worldwide service locations please check: www.tantec.com
PLX Nozzle Spare Parts List

Figure 35 and Table 2 show the nozzle assembly and spare parts list.
Figure 35 - Nozzle Assembly Drawing with numbered spare parts.
Table 2 - PLX Nozzle Spare Parts List

Pos Part number Description
1 220100 Electrode Tip
2 220102 Nozzle Head (Brass)
3 220118 Tungsten Electrode
4 220104 Center Electrode / Air Wheel
5 220116 Tungsten Electrode Screw M3x5
6 833170 Insulator G-et OD23.5x41.5
7 833134 Insulator pipe G-et OD16x36
098000 PlasmaTEC-X Generator (PLX)
098020 Complete PLX Nozzle 2 meter
Pos. 1 has an estimated lifetime of 1500 hours of treatment.
Pos. 3 has an estimated lifetime of 5000 hours of treatment.

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SpinTEC Spare Parts List
Pos column matches numbers on Figure 39 and Figure 40.

Table 3 - SpinTEC Complete parts list.
3 161424 Nozzle Head (Brass)
4 161432 Timing Belt (T-5 W = 10mm Length = 355 mm)
5 161468 SpinTEC Motor 120W + Motor Controller
6 # Customized Nozzle Arm, 3D Printed
A # Customized Nozzle assembly
097010 SpinTEC/PLX Cable (grey, 2 meter standard)
920004 Tantec UNI Clean
Test Ink Kit, box with 6 bottles of test ink
200001
(36, 40, 44, 48, 50, 56 mN/m)
098000 PlasmaTEC-X Generator PLX
Recommended Wearing Parts
Table 4 - SpinTEC Recommended Wearing Parts List.

4 161432 Timing Belt (T-5 W = 10mm Length = 355 mm)
097100 Timing belt replacement tool incl. manual
# To order a customized part, please send a description/picture of the part and the serial no. to
Tantec. The serial no. can be found on the side of the SpinTEC.

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11 Troubleshooting
Alarms / Errors
If an alarm condition is present, the PLX cannot treat. The alarm code can either be read on the PLX
Display, using the HMI, or counting alarm pulses if pulsed alarm code mode is enabled. See Table
5 for a list of error codes.
Table 5 - Error Code List
PLX Alarm
Display HMI Display pulses Comment
Check that the nozzle connector is
E0 Nozzle not mounted 1 properly connected. If error persists,
the connector may be damaged.
Correct output power not possible.
Check for damage to nozzle, nozzle
cable and nozzle connector.
E1 Power alarm 2
Boost mode enabled for more than
60 seconds. Disable Boost mode or
have more off time than runtime.
Mains power voltage is below 90V
E2 Input voltage 3 AC. Verify that mains power voltage
is within 100-250V AC.
Temperature inside PLX is above
75°C. Check that the operating
E3 Internal temperature (above 75°C) 4
environment is within the limits stated
in section 6.1.
Connected air pressure is too low or
E4 Air flow alarm 5 high or the required air volume is not
possible.
One or more internal fans are
E5 Internal fan alarm 6
broken.
E6 Internal 24V missing 7 Internal hardware fault.
E7 Internal 5V missing 8 Internal hardware fault.
Check Alarm / Error Log on HMI

The HMI has an Alarm log that shows all alarms and when they have occurred.
The alarm log can be cleared by pressing “CLR ALL” or individual alarms can be cleared by pressing
them and then pressing “CLR”.
Clear all alarms
Clear a single alarm

Figure 36 - Alarm / Error Log on HMI

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Problems
HMI Communication Error
The PLX’s display can be used to check if the HMI or a PLC is communicating with the PLX. The
lower right dot on the display is flashing when communicating.
A = address
E = error
1-8 = address
0-9 = error
Flashing if communication
Flashing if treating
Figure 37 - PLX Display Description.

The HMI shows a warning whenever communication has been interrupted. This is most likely due to
a bad connection or wrong HMI configuration.
Figure 38 - Communication warning on HMI.
• See section 7.5 for configuring the HMI

• Check that all connections are OK.
• Check that one of the connected PLXs has ID=’A1’.
• Check that all connected PLXs have different IDs.

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Not Treating
If the PLX should be treating, but it is not, check the PLX status on either the HMI Start Screen or
I/O connector if it is a PLX OEM or if I/O is enabled on a PLX Multi.
PLX Status
11.2.2.1 PLX Status is Ready

The generator is ready to treat, but needs to be started using the HMI or needs an intermittent signal
on the I/O connector if this is enabled and used.
11.2.2.2 PLX Status is Stop
The PLX status is STOP if either:
PLX Multi, HMI Controlled:
• Air is not enabled on HMI
• Start enabled is off on the HMI
PLX Multi, I/O Controlled:
• Air is not enabled on HMI.
• Start enabled is off on the HMI.
• +24V DC signal is not connected to +24V input in the I/O connector (red wire).
PLX OEM:
• Air is not enabled on the I/O connector (green wire).
• +24V DC signal is not connected to +24V input in the I/O connector (red wire).
11.2.2.3 PLX Status is Run
Check that the nozzle is clean and that the tungsten electrode is not covered in oil or water. Clean
and dry the nozzle and retry.
Air Pressure Low Error
Check that the connected compressed air is between 4bar and 8bar.
Nozzle Spluttering
Can be caused by too little or too high air flow. See sections 8.1.2.1 and 8.2.2 for configuring air
flow.
Check that the nozzle’s electrode tip and tungsten electrode are not worn. Replace if necessary, see
section 10.5 for spare parts.
Problems that Require Service
If the cause of the problem cannot be fixed by the user, contact Tantec on service@tantec.com
SpinTEC’s Nozzle Assemble Does Not Rotate
1. Check Timing Belt inside SpinTEC, if necessary replace the Timing Belt.
2. Alarm on motor controller, see motor driver manual for further information.

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12 Appendix A: Modbus Communication Register Overview

Addresses Text Values Comments
40001 Stop BIT1 0=STOP, 1=TREAT
40002 Timer on (seconds) 0-65535 0=off
40003 Timer off (seconds) 0-65535
40004 Air enable Bit1
Standby Air Bit2 AIR TIME in 40014
Timer enable Bit3 Time in 40002 and 3
0=415W; 1=600W this is time limit due to
Boost mode enable Bit4 Thermal.
40005 ALARM AIR Pressure Bit1 ERROR E4
ALARM AIR FLOW Bit2 ERROR E4
ALARM NOZZEL connected Bit3 ERROR E0
ALARM Power Bit4 ERROR E1
ALARM Temperature Bit5 ERROR E3
ALARM Input voltage Bit6 ERROR E2
ALARM FAN1 Bit7 ERROR E5
ALARM 24V Bit10 ERROR E6
ALARM 5V Bit11 ERROR E7
Enabled, if removed 1 sec pause is inserted and

40006 External IO state BIT1 generator disabled
BIT2 Intermittent
BIT3 AIR on/off
BIT4 NC
BIT5 RUN
BIT6 Alarm
BIT7 Ready
Time in seconds, counts down when treating. If
40007 BOOST time counter 0- 60 0, treatment stops for 1 second and E1 alarm.
40008 Status BIT1 Run = 1; stop = 0
40009 Enable IO 0-65535 0 = standard IO
40010 ModBUS Package count Low 0-65535
40011 ModBUS Package count High 0-65535
40012 Error count packed MODBUS 0-65535
40013 Reserved for Tantec use Can’t be written, is protected
40014 Air Timer Value 0-65535 Time in seconds
40015 POWER 0-65535 Power in Watts
40016 Frequency 0-65535 Frequency in xxxKhz/10
1000-
40017 Flow Set 3000 Liter/minute

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40018-
40036 Reserved for Tantec use
40037 Serial No. 0-65535
40038 Software version 100-999 1.00 major, minor, micro update
40039 Temperature 0-65535 Bit1 to bit8 = temp*5; bit0 0.5C
40040 RTC Second 0-59
40041 RTC Minutes 0-59
40042 RTC Hour 0-23
40043 RTC Day 1-7
40044 RTC Month 1-12
40045 RTC Year 00-99
40046 TEST ERROR REG
40047 Select record 0-65535 See below
Select record 40047 = 1 40047=2

40048 RUNtime Minutes TIP Timer
40049 RUNtime Hours Grey Center pin Timer
40050 RUNtime Days Intermittent runtime
40051 Uptime Seconds Intermittent count LOW
40052 Uptime Minutes Intermittent count HIGH
40053 Uptime Hours
40054 Uptime Days
40055
40056
40057

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13 Appendix B: Assembly Drawing SpinTEC System
Figure 39 - SpinTEC Drawing

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Figure 40 - SpinTEC Drawing

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14 Appendix C: Electrical and Pneumatic Diagram

SpinTEC Connection overview:
Pneumatic Diagram of SpinTEC System:
Air tube between PlasmaTEC-X

and SpinTEC is part of SpinTEC
cables.

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Electrical Connection Diagram of SpinTEC Motor Control

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15 Appendix D: BMU Series Quick Start Guide

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880080 Instruction Manual

Valid from HMI Software version 1.36

This manual is subject to change without notice.

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1 Safety Regulations ............................................................................................................. 1

2 EU Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................. 5

3 EC Declaration of partly completed machinery ................................................................... 6

5 Equipment Delivery .......................................................................................................... 10

6 Technical Specifications ................................................................................................... 12

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9 Post Treatment ................................................................................................................ 31

12 Appendix A: Modbus Communication Register Overview .................................................. 42

13 Appendix B: Assembly Drawing SpinTEC System ............................................................... 44

14 Appendix C: Electrical and Pneumatic Diagram................................................................. 46

15 Appendix D: BMU Series Quick Start Guide ....................................................................... 49

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Electrical Safety Hazard

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PLX and SpinTEC

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Electrical Noise (EMC)

Changes to the system MUST only be done by Tantec service department.

Shielding mounted on the SpinTEC system must not be removed.

The SpinTEC must be mounted and secured on a stable surface.

Maximum rotation of SpinTEC speed is 1000 rpm.

The SpinTEC shall always be clean from dust and dirt.

Rotating parts on the SpinTEC must be shielded.

The system must be installed according to safety performance level C. PL-C.

The system must be installed behind a safety fence according to CE regulations.

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Category: High Frequency Plasma/Corona Generator

Manufacturer: Tantec A/S

2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive

2014/30/EU EMC Directive

2011/65/EU RoHS Directive

Lunderskov, April 2019

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3 EC Declaration of partly completed machinery

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If Tantec provides any consultancy services regarding codification, preventive maintenance,

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1 EST, Electrical Surface Treatment

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FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT, (A) TANTEC PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER

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Description of the SpinTEC System

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Tantec part number: 098090

Figure 2 - Pneumatic Diagram

Figure 1 - Optional Water and Oil Filtration System

Tantec A/S Tantec EST Inc.

For alternative worldwide service locations please check: www.tantec.com

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Ramp up time 10 ms N/A N/A

Shut down time < 1 ms N/A N/A

Power factor >0,95 N/A N/A

Operating temperature 10-50oC 10-50oC 10-50oC

Units per HMI N/A 1-8 units N/A

Air consumption, liter N/A N/A 30-38ltr/min

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