Controller Refresh specs
The numbers behind Controller Refresh, and what they mean in a small South African workshop.
Specification
| Scope | Pendant and limits |
|---|---|
| Safety | E-stop cues |
| Docs | Map leave |
| Power | Lockout note |
| Care | Cable tidy |
| Training | Retrofit day |
| Scope | Pendant, soft limits, e-stop check |
| Records | One-page control map |
| Backup | Settings saved in two places |
| Safety | Lockout procedure |
What the numbers mean on the floor
Space. No extra floor space. The pendant hangs on a hook near the loading side.
Power. Lockout before any work. The isolator must be clearly labelled.
Air and extraction. Not applicable.
Questions to ask before you buy
- Ask whether your controller can take a modern pendant.
- Check what backup of settings is included.
- Confirm a qualified electrician signs off the e-stop circuit.
Also see Controller Refresh overview, specs, layout and care. Questions go to cnc@cncpme.co.za.
