Vermes Technik - Micro Dispensing System MDS 3200A

Manual
Micro Dispensing System

MDS 3200A
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Index
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................ 3
1.1. Preamble....................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2. Product line MDS 3000 ................................................................................................................. 3
1.3. List of abbreviations ...................................................................................................................... 4
1.4. Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 4
1.4.1. General................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4.2. Specified normal operation .................................................................................................... 4
1.4.3. Technical details..................................................................................................................... 5
1.4.4. Warning notices...................................................................................................................... 5
2. Mounting and implementation ......................................................................................................... 5
2.1. Scope of delivery .......................................................................................................................... 5
2.2. On-site Mounting of the MDS 3200A ............................................................................................ 5
2.3. Implementation and dispensing .................................................................................................... 5
2.4. Parameter Settings for the dispensing process............................................................................ 5
2.5. Starting the heating....................................................................................................................... 5
2.5.1. Introduction............................................................................................................................. 5
2.5.2. Safety instructions .................................................................................................................. 5
2.5.3. Function.................................................................................................................................. 5
2.5.4. Mounting................................................................................................................................. 5
2.5.5. Adjusting the theoretical heating value .................................................................................. 5
2.5.6. Adjust process........................................................................................................................ 5
2.5.7. Calibration .............................................................................................................................. 5
2.6. Shuting down the MicroDispensingSystem and exchange of single components ....................... 5
2.6.1. Change of the tappet.............................................................................................................. 5
2.6.2. MDT 301, Universal tool......................................................................................................... 5
3. Cleaning.............................................................................................................................................. 5
3.1. Cleaning methods ......................................................................................................................... 5
3.2. Compatibility of sealing material (material) with selected fluids ................................................... 5
4. MicroDispensingValve MDV 3200A ................................................................................................. 5
4.1. MDV modules ............................................................................................................................... 5
4.2. Technical data of the MDV ........................................................................................................... 5
4.3. Special features of the MicroDispensingValve ............................................................................. 5
4.3.1. Normally Open ....................................................................................................................... 5
4.3.2. Quick-Change Concept.......................................................................................................... 5
4.3.3. Modularity............................................................................................................................... 5
4.3.4. All installation positions possible............................................................................................ 5
4.3.5. Easy handling......................................................................................................................... 5
4.4. Materials applied........................................................................................................................... 5
5. MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A...................................................................................... 5
5.1. Description of the MDC module.................................................................................................... 5
5.2. Technical data of the MDC 3200A................................................................................................ 5
5.3. Control panel................................................................................................................................. 5
5.3.1. LCD display ............................................................................................................................ 5
5.3.2. Maintenance Indication .......................................................................................................... 5
5.3.3. Function keys ......................................................................................................................... 5
5.4. Operation ...................................................................................................................................... 5
5.4.1. Input of values ........................................................................................................................ 5
5.4.2. Error messages ...................................................................................................................... 5
5.4.3. Menu structure ....................................................................................................................... 5
5.5. Interfaces ...................................................................................................................................... 5
5.5.1. Serial Interface, Sub-D, 9-pin................................................................................................. 5
5.5.2. Using the Hyper Terminal ...................................................................................................... 5
5.5.3. PLC-Interface: Sub-D, 15-pin................................................................................................. 5
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5.6. Control methods............................................................................................................................ 5

5.6.1. Trigger methods ..................................................................................................................... 5
5.6.2. Command set for the serial interface ..................................................................................... 5
6. Spare parts......................................................................................................................................... 5
7. Warranty, Maintenance and Return ................................................................................................. 5
7.1. Warranty and Maintenance........................................................................................................... 5
7.2. Return ........................................................................................................................................... 5
8. Exploded view MDS 3200A with additional modules..................................................................... E
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1. Introduction
1.1. Preamble
By buying a VERMES Technik MicroDispensingSystem of the MDS 3000 family you are provided with
a high-quality system manufactured with greatest care.
In this manual you will in general become acquainted with VERMES Technik ´s services and in detail
with the use of your system. We will show you, how easy and simple the start-up and use of your
MicroDispensingSystem is.
We kindly ask you to take a close look at this manual before you start operating your system. If there
are any questions about the use of the MicroDispensingSystem after having read the manual, please
get in touch with our customer service.
VERMES Technik
You get us all year round from Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tel: +49 8024 644-0/26
Fax: +49 8024 644-19
support@vermes.com
www.vermes.de
1.2. Product line MDS 3000

The MicroDispensingSystems of the MDS 3000 family are composed of various piezo-based
MicroDispensingValves (MDV line), a MicroDispensingControl Unit (MDC line) and optional supply
units (MDX line).
Figure 1: MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3000
To cover a wide range of viscosity VERMES Technik developed three different types of valves which
can be used depending on the viscosity of the media.
• MDV 3010A: for low viscous fluids (water-like fluids)
• MDV 3020A: for medium viscous fluids (e. g. ink, honey-like fluids)
• MDV 3200A: for high viscous fluids (e. g. grease, pastes)
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1.3. List of abbreviations

Abbreviation Full name
NI Nozzle insert
NU Nozzle unit
NU-fix Nozzle unit with fixation
NAN Nozzle adjustment nut
NAN-fix Nozzle adjustment nut with fixation
MDC Controller micro dispensing control unit
MDF Fluid box micro dispensing fluid box
MDS Micro dispensing system
MDV Valve Micro dispensing valve
MDX Supply unit
POD Point of Dispening
PLC Programmable logic controller
TG Tappet guidance
Table 1: used abbreviations
1.4. Safety Instructions

In reference to security should the MicroDispensingSystem family MDS 3000 and its necessary
accessories only be operated by competent, special trained persons, which have read and understood
this instruction manual and are in good knowledge about the possible dangers.
Each person being involved in the installation or the maintenance of this system has to be qualified for
such jobs.
1.4.1. General
• Please pay attention to the danger and safety data sheets of the liquids to be dispensed.
• Wear protective clothing, face protection, glasses and gloves when dispensing aggressive, reactive
or toxic fluids.
1.4.2. Specified normal operation

• The MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3200A is allowed to be used for dispensing high viscous media
( ≥ 7000 mPas).
• Additional heating may only be carried out with a heating system by VERMES Technik.
• The usage of the MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3200A can be carried out under laboratorial or
production environment.
• Provided highest frequencies (up to 150 Hz; average frequency should not exceed 80 Hz) and
parameter settings have to be followed.
• The dictated maintenance rates have to be followed (every 50 mio jets).
• The usage of media, which affect the functioning of the MicroDispensingSystem need to be
avoided
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1.4.3. Technical details

• The usage of the MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3200A is only allowed inside and up until a sea
level of 2000 m.
• Relative humidity: maximum 80% at 31 °C, decreasing linear until 50% at 50 °C.
• Fluctuation of the line voltage is not allowed over ± 10% of the nominal voltage.
• Transient over voltage according to IEC 60364-4-443 will be tolerated: degree of pollution 2 is
allowed.
• The employed power cords have to be accompanied by an earthing equipment conductor. The
used power sockets have to be within safety regulations. When using cables, which are not supplied
by VERMES Technik, the warranty of the MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3200A will only range till the
operator interface.
• During installation and operation attention needs to be paid to sufficient air circulation: minimum
distance above and below the system (valve and control unit) are 1.5 cm. VERMES Technik advises a
separate housing which is in alignment of fire prevention covering EN 61010-1.
• Using an additionally heating device for the MDS 3200A, please note, that the tangible surfaces
can be hot and lead to severe burns.
• The offered safety by the apparatus can be affected by using parts/units not advised by VERMES
Technik. The same can be considered for the usage of dangerous substances or the operation in an
explosive environment, for which the MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3200A is not designed for.
1.4.4. Warning notices

• Never use the valve without nozzle insert or without fluid
• Never disconnect the cables during the dispensing process
• Avoid fast turning on and off of the control unit
• Avoid long stand-by durations while the system is switched on
• MDS 3000 are constructed modular, but if a defect occurs the effected modules should not be
interchanged with other parts. The whole system needs to be sent back to VERMES Technik for
repair. The cables can stay with the customer but need to be checked. Informations about this
checking performance are available by VERMES Technik.
• Avoid hard placing of the valve on the working surfaces during mounting and dismounting.
• Store the valve on a save und immobile place during cleaning of the fluid contacting parts. Make
sure that the valve suffers no joltings or concussions.
• For cleaning the valve please use a damp (isopropanol) cloth and make sure that no fluid leaks into
the valve (e. g. via connectors).
• Never connect the valve to a control unit different than the MDC 3200A (connecting it to a low
viscous MDC 3090A-L will damage the valve and the control unit).
• Please check whether all fluid connections are attached and sealed.
• Please make sure that all fluid contacting parts are stable against the fluid
• Pleas make sure that all electronic connections are connected and interlocked.
• Make sure the supply pressure does not exceed the admissible range (depending on the
configuration up to 7 bar).
• Make sure the maximum possible system pressure ranges between the valve limit and the
connection supplies limit - in no case above it.
• Please check before the use of a heating device that the fluid does not tend to unwanted reactions
at elevated temperatures.
• When using a heating device make sure that the set temperature does not exceed 0.8*boiling [°C]
temperature of the fluid.
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• When using a heating device, the upper temperature limit of the fluidic feed line, which is pressure-
dependent, has to be observed.
• The heating of the MDS 3200A can not exceed 80°C. During heating, it is not possible, to apply
Delay values smaller than 7 ms (please refer for dispensing parameters to 5.4.1).
For connection of the heating please refer to Figure 13
• The MDV 3200A works after the normally-open-concept. Though without impressed voltage is the
valve open and fluid may leak out. To avoid this please reduce the supply pressure to ambient
pressure before shutting down the control unit.
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2. Mounting and implementation

2.1. Scope of delivery
Please check after receipt for sufficiency.
The following components are part of the standard scope of supply for the MDS 3000 family:
Microdispensingvalve MDV 3200A Aktuator cabel (red)*
Control unit MDC 3200A Sensor cabel (yellow)*
Fluid box* Power cord (black)
Nozzle unit* Nozzle adjusting tool MDT 302 (right)
Nozzle insert* Nozzle changing tool MDT 303 (middle)
Manual Nozzle insert squeezing out tool MDT 304 (left)
Tappet protection Decontaminaton certificate
*Must be ordered separately
Figure 2 : MDV 3200A, Fluid box-CC (10mL), NAN fix, NI, control unit MDC 3200A, 3 x tools, sensor- and actuator cabel,
(not shown: power cord, manual)
Recommended: Optional available:

Cleaning Tool Set Various fluid boxes
Tappet protection Heating MDH 3071
Connection cable
For additional information and special requirements please contact VERMES Technik.
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2.2. On-site Mounting of the MDS 3200A

The MicroDispensingValve MDV 3200A should be mounted on a smooth and even space by means of
the two tap holes (M4) at the narrow side. The distance between and the position of the tap holes in
relation to the valve is shown in the drawings in chapter. The screwing depth is about 4 mm.
2x Thread M4
Thread depth 4mm
Distance to center 45mm
Figure 3: Image of the tap holes of the MDV 3200A
All parts which contact the MDV 3200A (screws, fixing plates etc.) should be made of stainless steel,
non-ferrous metals or galvanized steel. Contact with non-refined ordinary steel may cause so called
“external rust”.
The MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A is designed as an insert for a 19” plug-in module. It
may be fixed in a place, sufficiently ventilated as well as easy to reach from the rear and the front side
in a 19” rack with 4 front side screws. The connecting cables have to be thoroughly guided. All
connectors must be fixed tight. A possible interchanging of plugs and sockets is prevented by
corresponding coding.
The connection of the MDV 3200A to the MDC 3200A is done via the 4-pin plug and the 5-pin plug
on the upper bottom of the valve. The plugs are protected against mix-up by a corresponding coding.
The red dots on the socket and the plug have to point to each other when connecting. The cable
marked with a red tension relief supplies the power for the piezo stack from -30V to 120V (bipolar
operation. Via the second cable (yellow tension relief) the data of the sensor integrated in the valve is
transferred. Disconnection is done by pulling the riffled bush axially backwards (Attention: Never
disconnect the cables from the valve while the system is still dispensing, this will lead to a damage of
the valve and the control unit. If the system is not operating, you can disconnect the valve and the
control unit. When the control unit is switched on without valve, the display will show: “Valve not
present”).
Figure 4: Connection scheme of the valve MDV 3200A and the MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A
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2.3. Implementation and dispensing

Step 1: Before starting the MicroDispensingSystem please get yourself acquainted to the manual
and respect the warning notices.
Step 2: Mount the cartridge holder by pulling it over
the connectors and tightening the 2 screws. Mount
then the valve to an appropriate holder.
Step 3: Connect the valve to the controller. Connect

the power cord to the controller und switch it on.
The MDS 3200A does not need time to warm up the

Piezo as no more Piezo heating is used. The 10
minutes warm-up known from the MDS 3100A is
deleted and the device is ready for operation
immediately after switching power on.
Step 4: Mount the nozzle insert. For this you need to

place the nozzle insert on top of the tappet guidance
which then needs to be screwed in into the nozzle
adjustment nut.
Step 5: Screw the nozzle unit (tappet guidance with

sealing and nozzle adjustment nut) including the
nozzle insert to the fluid box (only 3-4 turns). If not
done until now, please mount now the valve to a
stable holder.
Step 6: Conduct the adjust-process. During this

process, the nozzle insert is placed on the rright
position regarding the tappet.
Adjust-process:
• Press on the MDC 3200A. The display will show “Unscrew Nozzle Press Enter”. Unscrew the
nozzle unit from the fluid box (approx. 1-2 turns) and press .
• Screw in carefully the nozzle unit until the green LED lights up. Continue screwing in the nozzle unit
until approx. 1100 (red LED will light up!). After 30 sec unscrew the nozzle unit unit no LED lights up
(now must be a stable value between 995 und 998 in the display. If this is not the case, please carry
out the adjust-process one more time or switch off the controller respectively). Then screw in the
nozzle unit again between 1015 and 1040 (green LED).
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• The adjust-process will be finished by pressing .

Please pay attention to the value on the display. If it varies strongly the quality of the dispensing results
can be affected. If this is the case, conduct the adjust-process another time. Strong variations can
have a diversity of reasons. If you cannot overcome the difficulties, please contact VERMES Technik.
Attention!!!
Never screw the nozzle unit over a value of 1250. There is danger to break the tappet!
Æ The adjust-process can be interrupted any time by pressing .

• The valve is now ready to dispense. You only have to provide the dispensing fluid (via cartridge or
reservoir) and connect the supply pressure.
• Enter the desired dispensing parameters (Rising, Open Time, Falling, Delay, Needle Lift and
Number of Pulses). Information to the values can be found in 5.4. Using serial interface please refer to
5.6.4. Please pay attention to the order TRIGGER:SET.
• Optional: For the removal of air in the system (e. g. after change of a cartridge) save your
dispensing parameter (5.4.1) and enter the following: Rising 0.5, Open Time 1.5, Falling 0.17, Delay 5-
30, Needle Lift 75 and Number of Pulses 500-2000. Dispense by pressing approx. 500-2000 jets.
Then go back to the initial parameters.
• To start the dispensing press (a burst starts according to the entered parameters) or use the
order: VALVE:OPEN.
The green LED on the display will lighten up on all correctly adjusted systems. If this is not lightened
up, please conduct the adjust-process again. If you shut down the system and alter nothing
mechanically, you don’t have to perform the adjust-process again when switching the system on. But
then the green LED will not lighten up.
The adjust-process can be performed while fluid is already in the system but special attention needs to
be paid for the leaking of the fluid. If the fluid contains particles, the adjust-process with fluid is not
possible. It has to be performed then without fluid.
In general: if the nozzle unit is screwed in too tight, the red LED will light up. It the nozzle unit is
screwed in too loose, no LED will be on. Between 1015 and 1040 is the correct position of the nozzle
unit.
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2.4. Parameter Settings for the dispensing process

The MicroDispensingSystem works according to the control profile shown below.
Stroke
valve is closed
valve is opened
Needle Lift
Rising
Raising Open Time Delay
Falling
time
Figure 5: Control curve
The essential parameters are:

Parameter Description
Rising This is the time interval in which the valve is opening. The time
increment is in 0.1 ms starting at 0.3 ms.
Open Time This value defines the time in which the valve is completely open.
Again the value can be varied in steps of 0.1 ms.
If the open time is set to "external", the dispensing with the following
properties is started: for Rising, Falling, Delay, needle lift and
Number of Pulses are the values used which are set. The Open
Time, however, there has a maximum of 15ms. I.e. even if the signal
is not reset at logic 0, the valve closes after a maximum of 15ms.
Falling During this time the valve is closing and compressing the media in
the nozzle compression chamber. The time increment is 0.01 ms.
Delay This is the time between two dispense pulses. It is adjustable in 0.1
ms steps.
Please note: if a heating system is connected to the MDS 3200A, a
minimum Delay of 7 ms is given. Delay settings smaller than 7 ms
are not applicable in this case. The only way to apply values under 7
ms is, to run the heating system via an additional control unit.
Needle Lift This value corresponds to the stroke of the tappet. It is entered in
percent of the maximum stroke.
Table 2: Description of the Pulse-Parameters
After entering the dispensing parameters (5.4.1), you can start your dispensing process.
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2.5. Starting the heating

2.5.1. Introduction
For the operation of the MicroDispensingSystem you can use additionally the nozzle heating system
MDH 3071A.
It is helpful to have an impact on the dynamic viscosity from different media.
The heating system is suggested every time when it is recommended to get an constant temperature
or to get a higher temperature than the environment.
In several times the dispensing is only possible with using the heating system.
Required parts:
Nozzle heating MDH 3071A
Cable for heating
Please note: The nozzle heating can only used with the Nozzle Unit / adjustment Nut Quick change.
The optional fixing for nozzle unit quick change (MDH 3070) is not required.
2.5.2. Safety instructions

Using the heating and accessories should only be done by trained staff.
Please consider to the risk and material safety data from the dispensing material.
Please wear adequate protective clothing before starting to dispense aggressive media.
Please be serious that the media you want to dispense is applicable for using with a heating system.
Warning:
If using the heating system the temperature which is set by the controller should not be more than
0.8times of the boiling point of the dispense media.
Please aware a professional mounting and correct fitting of the nozzle unit.
Don´t touch the heating without protective wear. Caution burn hazard.
2.5.3. Function
Technical data:
Dimensions Value Device / notice
Resistance All hydrous solvents Media , organic acid and base
Maximum heating array 80 °c
Dimensions (without cable) 57x 25 x 38 mm
Weight heating module (without ca.70 g
cable)
Supply Voltage 230 volt
Power consumption 18 watt
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The heating module is warmed up by a thermo device. The thermal transfer is going through the
2-dimensional connection to the nozzle adjustment and from there to the fluid (referring picture).
Valve
Heating module
Thermo device
2.5.4. Mounting
Step 1:
Plunge the heating module over the fluid box. The alignment is done by the nozzle adjustment
nut and the block-out of the heating module (picture 1).
Step 2:
Fix the locking screw. Notice: regard the green lamp of the adjust light. Maybe it is
recommended to readjust while pulling tight (picture 2).
picture1 nozzle heating plugged on the fluid box picture 2 position of the locking screw
Step 3:
Connect the Nozzle Heating and the Control Unit with the heater cable. Conntect the heater
cable to the thermo device socket 1 and the heating socket 1
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Thermo device socket 1
Thermo device socket 2
Heating socket 1
Heating socket 2
picture3 connection fort he nozzle heating on the backside of the MDC
Step 4:
Connect the valve to the controller. Refer to chapter 2.2.
2.5.5. Adjusting the theoretical heating value

You can set the theoretical heating value in the MDC. Therefore you have to alternatives:
Manual setting over the control panel of the MDC.
Go to the menu item “Heating” and from there to the submenu “heater1”. After that you can set the
theoretical heating value in the menu item “Temperature”. To activate the heating go to the submenu
“Switch” and set the value “ON”. The heating starts if you quit all menus.
Over EIA 232 Interface:
Refer to chapter 5.5.1. Please use the commands: TEMP:; HEATER1:OFF and HEATER1:ON.
Heating
Heater 1
Temperature Switch Calibration H(eater)1
setpoint Switching the ServiceCode

temperature heating on / off
0 On / Off
to
80 °C
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2.5.6. Adjust process

Step1: Mount the Nozzle Heating as shown under 2.5.4 Mounting.
Step2: Start your MDC
Step3: Type in the theoretical value for the Heating as shown under chapter 2.5.5.
Step4: Go to the Main Menu in your MDC to start the heating process.
Step5: Please wait until the nozzle heating has reached the correct temperature.
Step6: Release the tightening screw. Please be careful to guarantee a tight fitting from the nozzle
heating and the fluid box.
Step7: Start the adjust process as shown under chapter 2.3.
Step 8: For the mounting of the nozzle adjustment nut please use the nozzle adjustment tool MDT
301.
Step 9: After finishing the adjust process fix the tightening screw.
The pictures are showing the Adjust of the nozzle adjustment nut.
2.5.7. Calibration
The following chapter shows the setting of the heating temperature calibration.
The calibration of the theoretical temperature values is needful to compensate irregular heating
temperatures between different control units.
However the heating is calibrated from start up delivery and anew calibration should be done only by
professional users in conversation with Vermes Technik.
The values set by the calibration are flashed in the storage of the MDC and are valid until a new
setting is done.
The adjustment values can be set in the submenu item “Calibration”.
To get access to the menu “Calibration” you need a pin code witch you can get from Vermes Technik.
The Menu “calibration” has three submenus:
“Direct Value Input” where you can set the values for “boiling point” and “ice point” directly.
“Value Measurement where you can collect the values with using a thermocouple.
“Value Verification” where you can control the settings by showing you the actual temperature.
Please note that before you do the calibration that the control unit has to be in a thermal steady state
condition. Therefore it is recommended that you run the MDC with connected heating system for 30
minutes before calibrate.
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VALUE MEASUREMENT:
To calibrate please press the ENTER button to reach the first menu area.
Use the arrow keys until you come to the menu item „Heating“.
To get to the „Heater1“ menu please press the ENTER button.
If you are in the „Heater1“ menu, use the arrow keys until you get to the menu
item „Calibration H(eater)1“.
Please select the menu item „Calibration H(eater)1“ with pressing the ENTER
button.
Please select the service code by using the arrow keys and confirm with the
ENTER button.
Use the arrow keys until the menu item „Value Measurement“ is shown on the
display.
To confirm „Value Measurement press ENTER.
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To confirm „Measure Values? PressEnter“ press the ENTER button.
Please be sure that the thermocouple (typeK) is connected and if not please wait
5 minutes after connecting. After that confirm the prompt „Put in a Type
KThermocouple!” by using the ENTER button.
Put the thermocouple into Icewater. The icewater should contain many little
broken ice pieces. Wait for 30seconds.
Then confirm the message „Put the Thermo(couple) into Icewater“.
After that putt the thermocouple into boiling water therefore it should not touch the
ground. The water should be boiling only a little to avoid steam bubbles cause of
the higher temperature. Wait for 30seconds and after that please confirm the
message “Put the Thermo(couple into boiling W(ater)” by pressing the ENTER
button.
If you have completed all points please safe the settings by confirm the shown
message „PRESS ENTER FOR SAVING DATA“ with the ENTER button.
If there occured any problems please leave the menu by using the ESC button
and make a new calibration.
Leave the menu by using the ESC button several times.
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VALUE VERIFICATION:
This submenu shows the temperature value from the thermocouple which is connected with the MDC
The temperature value is cleared with the actual calibration data.
Therewith it is possible to estimate the correctnes of the calibration data. To get in the conformable
menu please do the same first Stepps as in Value Verifikation.
After typing in the service code please go to the menu “Calibration H1”.
After that use the arrow buttons to go to the menu item “Value Verification”.
Confirm the menu item „Value Verification with the ENTER button.
Confirm the menu item „Verify Values?“ with the ENTER button..
The actual temperature value is shown every time you press the ENTER button.
The now shown value is done according to the set Calibration Values and
therefore it indicates the correct values. A safe estimation could only be done by
measuring two known temperatures.
The temperature measurement can be left by pressing the ESC button..
Leave the menu by pressing the ESC button for several times.
DIRECT VALUE INPUT

If the software of the MDC is updated or if the calibration values have been overwriten by an operating
error it is needful to set the known calibration values again.
To get in the conformable menu please do the same steps as shown in the „Calibration H1“.
After that use the arrow buttons to go to the menu item “Direct Val(ue) Inp(ut)”.
Confirm the menu item „Direct Val(ue) Inp(ut)” with the ENTER button.
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Confirm the menu item „Ice Point“ with the ENTER button.
Type in the correct value for the ice point by using the arrow keys and confirm with
ENTER.
Use the arrow keys (right/left) until the menu item „Boiling Point“ is shown and
confirm with ENTER.
Put in the known calibration temperature for the boiling point over the arrow keys
and confirm with the ENTER button.
Leave the menu by pressing the ESC button for several times.
2.6. Shuting down the MicroDispensingSystem and exchange of

single components
Finish all dispensing processes so the valve is non-operative. Take care that no dispense fluid may
leak. Therefore you have to lower the supply pressure to ambient pressure. It might be necessary to
disconnect or empty the cartridge respectively the supply container. Switch-off the control unit.
Disconnect all cables. Loosen the screws with which the valve is connected to a (optional) holder.
Please make sure, that none of the components gets loose and fears to fall down. The modules can
be now taken apart and cleaned (reversed order to 2.2and 2.3. For cleaning please refer to chapter 3).
For the mounting of a new valve or control unit please lower the supply pressure of the system.
Then switch the system of, disconnect the actuator (red) and sensor (yellow) cable and exchange the
desired components. Afterwards follow the steps as described in 2.3.
For the mounting of a new nozzle insert it is necessary to reduce the supply pressure and remove
the fluid supply, since due to the removal of the nozzle unit the fluid will leak. Unscrew the nozzle unit
and remove the tappet guidance (1+2) and press the nozzle insert out of the tappet guidance (3).
Place the new nozzle insert on the tappet guidance and screw that into the nozzle adjustment nut.
Then perform the adjust-process as described in 2.3. Connect the system again with the fluid supply
and the pressure. The system is now ready to start the dispensing. Please clean the nozzle insert
thoroughly and control its cleanness under the microscope if available.
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2.6.1. Change of the tappet

To change the tappet Screw off the nozzle unit from the fluid box. Open the two allen keys
(screwdriver no.2) and take off the fluid box carefully by pulling it parallel to the tappet. Caution: Avoid
in any case canting of the fluid box (may cause breakage of the tappet or harm the tappet sealing).
Carefully attach the tappet changing tool on the centering bolt of the tappet centering screw until the
tool snaps in the head of the centering bolt. Loosen the tappet centering screw by turning to the left
with constant pressure on the tappet centering screw (parallel to the tappet) and screw it off. Remove
tappet centering screw from the tappet housing. Pick the old tappet with two fingers and pull it out of
the actuator housing parallel to the tappet. Potential jamming of the tappet part inside the actuator with
the tappet spring inside the actuator housing will be avoided by precautious moving back and forth
and applying tension at the same time. Remove the tappet CT15/CT10/CT7 from package. Caution:
the top of tappet is covered with grease. Implement the tappet carefully into the opening of the
actuator housing with the greased part first. By using the tappet changing tool the centering bolt is now
extremely carefully screwed into the actuator housing against the pressure of the spring and
tightened. Carefully pull out the tappet changing tool parallel to the tappet. Mount fluid box and nozzle
unit in reverse order to the above description.
Your valve is now ready and after the Adjust-Procedure you can continue with your dispensing
process.
It is recommended to change the tappet sealing, which is inside the fluid box, in appropriate intervals.
It is mandatory if you can apply the tappet sealing over the tappet without any resistance. Please use
the nozzle insert squeeze out tool, which was accompanying your valve.
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A
Required parts for tappet change:
Art.nr./Art.no. Beschreibung/Description A
MDT310 Stößelwechselwerkzeug /
1008344
MDT310 Tappet changing tool A
*1008347 Stößel CT15 / Tappet CT15
*1010914 Stößel CT10 / Tappet CT10
*1010915 Stößel CT 7 / Tappet CT 7
1007067 Stößeldichtung GFD / Tappet sealing GFD A
Erklärung Zeichnung / Explanation drawing

1 Aktordichtsitz / Acutator thight seating A
2 Stößelfeder / Tappet spring
3 Stößel / Tappet
4 O-Ring / O-seal
5 Stößelzentrierschraube / Tappet centering screw
A Schmierstellen / Lubricating point
For mounting the tappet protection it is necessary to remove the nozzle unit and the fluid box. To
protect the tappet (for example when sending back for maintenance or for storage uses) just screw the
tappet protection to the valve via the screw (1).
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2.6.2. MDT 301, Universal tool
Descripton:
Tool consisting of two parts screwed together.
“Adjustgrip": with the host for Nozzle adjusting nut.
"Sealmounter": with pin to push the tappet seal.
figure1: MDT301 figure2: Adjustgrip, right side: Sealmounter
Purpose:
This Tool includes the following functions:

1. Preform of the tappet sealing.
2. Pressing in and out of the tappet sealing and the tappet centering piece in the fluid box.
3. Implementation of the adjust prozess.
Application:
1. Preforms of the tappet sealing:

• Push the tappet sealing on the pin at the top of the “sealmounter” so that the metal
spring of the tappet sealing shows upwards.
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• Push the tappet sealing in the borehole on the underside of the fluid
box until it is firmly seated.
• To release the tappet sealing unscrew

the tool apart and press with the other
side of the Sealmounter from above in
the borehole of the fluid box.
2. To press in and out the tappet sealing:
• To press in the preformed tappet sealing correctly, put the tappet sealing on the pin side
of the Sealmounter.
• Place the tool from above centered in the

layer drill of the fluid box and press
together, until the tappet sealing is
engaged with a click noise.
• For the remounting of the sealing screw the tool apart and use the other
side (screw thread side).
• Face the tappet sealing from below out of the fluid box.
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3. Implementation of the adjust process:

• There is an acceptance for the nozzle adjustment nut on the below side of
the „Adjustgrip“.
• The adjust process is similar to the nozzle adjusting tool.
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3. Cleaning
Common details
Never use wire brushes or machines that cause a surface abrasion. Unsuitable cleaning fluids may
damage the valve.
Before using extremely aggressive cleaning liquids or solvents please check, that all fluid contacting
parts are resistant to them.
3.1. Cleaning methods

For the cleaning of the MicroDispensingValve (especial for the fluid contacting parts), VERMES
Technik recommends the Cleaning Tool Kit (art. no.1010320) which consists out of
Fluid box cleaners Cleaning rods Fluidic brushes
(Article no: 1010090) (Article no: 1010313) (Article no: 1010314)
Table 3: CleaningToolKit.
For pre-cleaning purposes, please remove the dispensing fluid, connect the MicroDispensingSystem
to an empty and clean cartridge and push the residues of dispensing fluid with pressurized air through
the system.
The cleaning of the MicroDispensingValve can be carried out via:
• Rinsing with an appropriate cleaning media
To remove residues of the dispensed fluid, please rinse the system with an appropriate cleaning
media (please refer to the material safety data sheet of the dispensed media and suitable cleaning
suggestions). For this, equip the MicroDispensingSystem with a cartridge filled with an appropriate
cleaning solution and execute some free jetting (F1) and dispensing cycles.
• Cleaning of the single parts
Please demount the system carefully according 2.2 If necessary, you can wipe off the actuator with a
cloth which is damped with isopropanol (IPA).
The single parts can be pre-cleaned by pushing pressurized air through them. Rinse them with
isopropanol and place the parts into a large enough beaker. Fill sufficient isopropanol into the beaker
and place it for 10 minutes in an ultrasonic bath. Following this strategy, leads in general to a sufficient
cleaning of the single parts. Now you can dry them on air or with compressed air and reassemble
them again.
If the single components are heavily polluted, you have to pre-clean the components mechanically
(this procedure is also advised for not so heavily polluted components). For this pre-cleaning, please
use our Cleaning Tool Kit. Please refer to the pictures below regarding which part to clean with which
device. This procedure should be followed by cleaning the single parts in isopropanol in an ultrasonic
bath. NI’s can be cleaned and pierced through with special NI wires (Attention: pay attention to the
diameter of the nozzle insert and the NI wire!).
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Fluid box cleaners: Cleaning rods:

- hollow screw - cartridge base - Luer-Lock connector - cartridge base
- tappet guidance - fluid box - tappet guidance - fluid box
Fluidic brushes: NI-Cleaning Wires:

- PEEK-cartridge base - Luer-Lock connector - nozzle insert
- hollow screw - tappet guidance - orange: d = 0.18 mm (art.no.: 1010379)
- GFD-tappet sealing - green: d = 0.13 mm (art.no.: 1010380)
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3.2. Compatibility of sealing material (material) with selected fluids

Resistant
Substance VITON EPDM NBR
materials
Acetone non resistant resistant non resistant
PEEK,
Ammonia non resistant non resistant non resistant
PTFE
Chloroform resistant non resistant non resistant
Cyclohexane resistant non resistant resistant
Cyclohexanol resistant non resistant resistant
Dimethyl formamide (DMF) non resistant resistant non resistant PEEK
Acetic acid non resistant non resistant non resistant PTFE
Ethanol non resistant resistant resistant
Heptane resistant non resistant resistant
Hexane resistant non resistant resistant
partially
Isopropanol resistant resistant
resistant
PEEK,
Methylen chloride partially resistant non resistant non resistant
PTFE
Nitromethane non resistant partially resistant non resistant PTFE
Pentane resistant non resistant resistant
Mercury resistant resistant resistant
Silicon oil resistant resistant resistant
PEEK,
Toluene non resistant non resistant non resistant
PTFE
PEEK,
Water no information no information no information
PTFE
Xylene resistant non resistant non resistant
Table 4: Compatibility of sealing materials.
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4. MicroDispensingValve MDV 3200A

4.1. MDV modules
The MicroDispensingValves of the MDV 3200A series are constructed modularly.
They consist of four basic modules:
• Actuator system / 1
• Electronics / Sensor electronics / 2
• Fluidic module / 3
• Nozzle unit / 4
1
3
2
4
1
Figure 6: MicroDispensingValve MDV 3100A
Electronic module contains the electronics for sensor and actuator signals. On top of the
electronics module body you will find the plugs for actuator and sensor cable; these will be
connected to the control unit.
The actuator system is the heart of the MicroDispensingValves. It contains the sensor the piezo
actuator and the mechanics for the tappet drive. The housing and the mechanics are
encapsulated to avoid contamination and intrusion of humidity.
Fluidic module (in short: fluid box) is separated thermally from the actuator system and easily to
demount by loosening two screws. This allows a stand-alone cleaning procedure.
The Nozzle Unit can be easily changed and cleaned according to the approved VERMES
Technik “Quick Change” technology. So you are able to go into new dispense tasks fast. The
nozzle insert is a consumable you can easily change by yourself.
4.2. Technical data of the MDV

Property Value Unit / Explanation
Dispensing quantity range From 2 nl per cycle
Supply air pressure range 0.1 to 8 bar (relative)
Dynamic viscosity of dispense media Middle and highly viscous media up to 2 000 000 mPas
Response time about 1 ms
Maximum dispensing frequency Depending on parameter setting
Continuous load dispensing frequency 80 1/s
Operating temperature range 10 to 50 °C
Corrosion resistance all aqueous media, organic solvents, weak acids and
alkaline
Dimensions (basic version) 115 x 39.5 x 12 mm
Weight Min 258 g
Table 5: Technical Data of the MDV 3200A
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4.3. Special features of the MicroDispensingValve

4.3.1. Normally Open
In non-operative mode, without impressed voltage, the valve is opened. However, this is usually not a
problem regarding the leaking of media. On the one hand side high viscous fluids leak very slowly or
not at all, on the other hand side you have to take care that the supply pressure is reduced to ambient
pressure before shutting down the control unit.
4.3.2. Quick-Change Concept

The “Quick-Change” (which consists of nozzle adjusting nut, tappet guidance, o-ring seal N, nozzle
insert) allows a very fast exchange of the nozzle unit and nozzle insert. The electronic helps to adjust
the nuzzle unit precisely and fast to the nozzle insert.
4.3.3. Modularity
All MicroDispensingSystems are built strictly modular. Single components can be exchanged fast. So
time and costs for repair can be remarkably reduced.
4.3.4. All installation positions possible

Our MicroDispensingValves are operable in all installation positions. So the integration of a
MicroDispensingValve in your production process is very easy.
4.3.5. Easy handling

The valve can be controlled in all functions from a subordinate PC-workstation. The control unit can be
build-in in your already existing setup.
4.4. Materials applied

Only high-quality materials are used to manufacture the MicroDispensingSystem.
• All fluid contacting parts consist of high-alloyed rust-proof and acid-resistant stainless steels as well
as modifications of the high performance polymer families of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and of
polytetrafluorethylene (PTFE).
• You can get sealings alternatively in NBR, EPDM, VITON or ISOLAST or silicone.
• Our nozzle inserts can be adapted to your particular dispense media and consist alternatively of
various materials like stainless steel, plastics, ceramics or technical glass.
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5. MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A

5.1. Description of the MDC module
The MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A consists of:
• switch-mode power supply to provide all voltages
• two heating regulators
• microprocessor-based MicroDispensingControl Unit for the MicroDispensingValve
• display
• key panel
• 4 LED-displays on the front panel
• various interfaces on the back side
• rubber connector for lead-out to 110V/230V power supply system
• on / off-switch for voltage supply
Figure 7: MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A
5.2. Technical data of the MDC 3200A

Property Value Unit / Explanation
Number of parameter storage spaces 10
Lines on display 2 16 characters each
Colour of display white Backlighting
Push buttons 12
Maximum heating temperature 80 °C
Heating circuits 1 Circuit I: fluidic module heating MDF
3071
Pilot lamps (front side) 4 Heating circuit I (red)
Service (red)
Adjust ok (green)
Adjust not ok (red)
Pilot lamps (back side) 1 Mains on
Interfaces 10 Power plug (110 / 220 VAC)
9 pin Sub-D EIA-232 (RS-232C)
15 pin. Sub-D PLC (SPS)
5 x multi pin sockets
2 x thermo couple socket
Operating temperature range 10 to 50 °C
Housing colour black
Button colour yellow and grey
Ventilation concept Convection airing
No forced ventilation needed
Line voltage 110 / 230 V AC / DC
Line frequency 50 / 60 1/s
Maximum current consumption 300 mA
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Housing design Insert for 19 inch plug-in module

Weight 1600 g
Dimensions Width 101 mm, Height 128 mm, Depth 173 mm (w. o.
cables), Depth about 180 mm (w. cables), 3 HU, 20 DU
Table 6: Technical Data of the MDC 3200A
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5.3. Control panel
Figure 8: Control Panel
5.3.1. LCD display

The LCD display indicates 16 characters each in two lines. In the upper line, the current menu item is
displayed. The lower line shows the actual parameter setting for dispensing according to the numeric
value which can be changed. Additionally the request for valve maintenance, change of nozzle insert
and tappet change is displayed.
5.3.2. Maintenance Indication

With the newly integrated functionality “cycle count” it is now possible to clearly define the
maintenance intervals (the current interval can be viewed under “Maint. Cycle” in the status menue Æ
Figure 12). The increasing number of cycles is indicated via growing bars on the display (in total: 8
bars, 1 bar refers to 12.5 %). If 95% of the given service interval are achieved, the red LED
“maintenance” will be blinking and “SERVICE” will appear in the display (10 sec each). Reaching
100% of the given service interval, “SERVICE” will continuously appear in the display and the red LED
will keep blinking.
Please contact the service at VERMES Technik for maintenance of the MDV 3200A.
If 110 % and 120 % of the given service interval are achieved, the red LED will keep blinking faster
(“SERVICE” remains on the display). You need to send the actuator system urgently to VERMES
Technik for maintenance!
Maintenance for nozzle and tappet can be imaged on the display as well. To view the state of
maintenance interval for the tappet, press on the control panel. By pressing , you can see the
state of maintenance interval for the nozzle.
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Both maintenance intervals need to be set by the customer, for this, please refer to Figure 12. For
resetting the values, please choose “Reset Nozzle” and “Reset Tappet” respectively.
Both functionalities are set to infinite at VERMES Technik at the point of delivery.
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5.3.3. Function keys

Key Explanation
• Manual trigger key
• Pressing this button, you initiate the dispense process according to
the current parameters.
• Pressing this button, you reach the memory menu. The current
dispense parameter settings can be saved here.
• 10 settings may be saved.
• Each memory cell contains the specific values of the pulse
parameters and settings for heating and keylock.
• With the arrow keys you may choose a memory

cell.
• With you takeover your actual parameter settings.
• With your input is annulled.

• Pressing this button, you reach the recall menu. The saved sets
can be loaded.
• 10 sets are available.
• With the arrow keys you may choose a memory

cell.
• With you takeover the stored settings of this cell.
• With your input is annulled.

• Pressing this button, you start the adjust process (refer to 2.3).
• The NU will be adjusted to a proper position with the tappet.
• Pressing this button, you approve your menu selection and change
to the particular sub-menu.
... or ...
• Pressing this button, you confirm your input and at the same time
change to the next superior menu.
• Pressing this button, you cancel your input or action und at the
same time reach the next superior menu.
... or ...
• Pressing this button, you reach the next superior menu.
• Pressing this button, you reach the next superior menu level.
... or ...
• Pressing this button, you raise a numeric figure.
• Pressing this button, you reach the lower menu level.

... or ...
• Pressing this button, you reduce a numeric figure.
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• Pressing this button, you go back one menu item.

... or ...
• Pressing this button, the cursor is moved one position to the left.
... or ...
• Pressing this button, you change one parameter.
• Pressing this button, you go one menu item ahead.

... or ...
• Pressing this button, the cursor is moved one position to the right.
... or ...
• Pressing this button, you change one parameter.
• Pressing this button, the valve is opened. The current values for
raising and falling are retained. The valve stays open as long as
the button is pressed. The valve will close any way after
approximately 2 minutes to avoid causing damage to the actuator.
• Will be configured
Table 7: Function keys
5.4. Operation
5.4.1. Input of values
Numeric inputs are continuously processed according to the same scheme:
The definition of the input is shown in the upper LCD line. The current value to be changed is
shown in the lower LCD line. The “one”-column is blinking, it is active and can be changed.
• Arrow up causes an increase by one
• Arrow down causes a reduction by one
• Arrow right causes a shift of the active figure to the right
• Arrow left causes a shift of the active figure to the left

With items not consisting of a number, the scheme is similar:
• Arrow right or Arrow left cause a change of the adjusted value (for example on
becomes off and vice versa).
The input process is completed by . The active value is selected and the menu will return to
the next higher menu item.
Deleting your input without selection of a value is done with . A return to the next higher
menu item will happen, too.
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5.4.2. Error messages

# message Failure class 1
1 INVALID VALVE DATA ERROR 101 False Valve Type: highly viscous – low viscosity
e.g. MDV 30xxA instead of MDV 3200A
2 INVALID VALVE DATA ERROR 102 False Piezostack
e.g. connection of a MDV 3200A with an non
licensed Piezovoltage
3 INVALID VALVE DATA ERROR 103 False valve type: Lending / renting / standard
4 INVALID VALVE DATA ERROR 199 General valve data error
# message Failure classe 3
1 VALVE NOT PRESENT ERROR 301 Ventil not present
2 VALVE NOT PRESENT ERROR 302 General valve error during operation
# message Failure class 5
1 VALVE DEFECT ERROR 501 Valve broken
2 MDV TEMP ERROR 502 Temperature of the valve is to high
# message Failure class none
# EEPROM ERROR PRESS ENTER
EEPROM NOT FORMATTED Press
or confirm over EIA-232 input „KEY:ENTER“
# WATCHDOG TIMEOUT PRESS ENTER WATCHDOG TIMEOUT Press
or confirm over EIA-232 input „KEY:ENTER“
Table 8: Error messages
If the error message 11 BAD DATA occurs an invalid value was found in the memory of the
system. In order to prevent failures all memory elements are set to their default value. Stored
data will be overwritten during this process.
Note: MDV TEMP ERROR: Automatic temperature shutdown.

• The MDS 3200A has a temperature monitoring of the Piezo to avoid damages generated by
too high temperatures.
• The error is removed by switching of and on the system again. However the parameters for
the Neddle Lift and / or the frequency should be reduced to avoid a renewed overheating.
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5.4.3. Menu structure
Heating
Heater 1

0 On / Off
to
80 °C
Figure 9: Overview of the menu structure
Figure 10: Sub-menu Pulse Parameters
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Heating
Heater 1

0 On / Off
to
80 °C
Figure 11: Sub-menu Heating
Figure 12: Sub-menu Status
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5.5. Interfaces
power switch no function yet
thermal element socket 1

EIA-232 interface
thermal element socket 2 sensor socket
heating socket 1 actuator socket
heating socket 2 PLC interface
electric supply
Figure 13: Back plane of the MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A
Attention!!!
Be sure to mount the connectors proper (screw tightly!) to the control unit, otherwise
malfunctions may appear.
You can connect the optional heating via heating socket 1 and thermal element socket 1.
5.5.1. Serial Interface, Sub-D, 9-pin

The serial interface is structured according to SCPI standard. It works with software handshake; the
hardware handshake connections are not used.
Pin Characteristics Description Function
1 nc
2 output TX serial transmitting signal
3 input RX serial receiving signal
4 combined with pin 6
5 ground ground
6 combined with pin 4
7 nc
8 nc
9 nc
Table 1: Plug connection of the Sub-D9 socket EIA-232 interface (serial)
Serial interface parameters

Notice:
• Bits per second: 9600
The control commands can sent e.g. with the
• Data bits: 8
"Hyper Terminal" . The HyperTerminal can be
• Parity: none found in Windows XP: All Programs /
Accessories / Communications. The parameters
• Stop bits: 1 describing to the left must be entered.
• Protocol: none
Serial cable
The interface is designed for a serial cable with 1:1 interconnection, and Sub-D 9-pin plug / socket
connectors.
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5.5.2. Using the Hyper Terminal

The MDC handling can also be done over the serial Port (EIA).
Therefore the Control Unit must be connected with the PC.
To accomplish the commands you can use the windows hyperterminal (standard accessory under
Windows XP / 2000 Professional).
You´ll find the hyperterminal under
PROGRAMS/ACCESSORIES/COMUNICATION/HYPERTERMINAL
To create a new connection open FILE and choose NEW CONNECTION.
A new window (CONNECTION DESCRIPTION) has opened.
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Now create a new name for the connection and choose any symbol.
Confirm with OK
Please select now the type of the connection between PC and MDC. (in most cases COM1) and
confirm with OK..
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Now a new window opens where you can select the properties of the connection.
Please select the following settings:
Bits per second 9600

Data bits 8
Parity none
Stop bits 1
Flow control none
To confirm the selected settings please confirm with APPLY and the press OK.
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Now open FILE and choose PROPERTIES.
A New Window with the properties of the selected connection opens:

Choose Properties then select the left button ASCII SETUP and confirm with OK.
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Please mark the following settings in the new Window:

Under ASCII Sending:
SEND LINE ENDS WITH LINE FEEDS
ECHO TYPED CHARACTERS
Confim with OK.
The configuration is now clompleted.
For testing the connection you can type in the command *idn?.
Now the reply should be the actual software no. and the type of the system.
For example:
ENTRY: *idn?
Enter:
RESPONSE: HV.701.4XX.XXX
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5.5.3. PLC-Interface: Sub-D, 15-pin

The 24V PLC interface is a bit-oriented interface without special syntax. It offers access to:
• status bits
• voltage and current values
• set trigger input which causes dispensing impulses or impulse packages (bursts)
Pin Characteristics Level Function
1 booked ------------ --
2 In 0 / +24 V Trigger voltage input, rising edge
Ri=1.3kΩ 0 ... +5 V „Valve closed“
+12 V ... +30 V „Valve opened“
positive shoulder triggered
3 In 0 / +5 V Trigger voltage input, rising edge
Ri=400Ω 0 ... +0.8 V „Valve closed“
+3 V ... +5 V „Valve opened“
positive shoulder triggered
4 Ground -------------- Ground
5 Out 0 / +24 V, Heating ok
Ra=2.2kΩ
6 Out 0 / +24 V, Nozzle insert adjusted OK
Ra=2.2kΩ
7 Out 0 / +24 V, Main voltage indicator OK
Ra=2.2kΩ
8 Out 0 .... +5 V, Slide stroke – sensor signal
Ra=20kΩ
9 bookedIn -------------- --
10 Ground -------------- Ground
11 In 0 / 20 mA, Trigger current input
Ri=500Ω
12 Booked -------------- --
13 Out 0 / +24 V, Error / nozzle unit “adjusted” NOK
Ra=2.2kΩ Nozzle unit over screwed (stroke limitation!)
14 Out 0 / +24 V, Dispensing finished; (in [BURST] mode after
Ra=2.2kΩ finishing the pulse packet
15 High Speed Mode Staring the High Speed Mode
Table 2: Pin assignment of the Sub-D15-socket PLC interface
The trigger amplitude of the PLC interface is 500 µsec.
5.6. Control methods

5.6.1. Trigger methods
1. using the key panel: After pressing the key , a trigger pulse with the pre-set values starts.
2. using EIA-232: You can also initiate the trigger pulse with the command VALVE:OPEN.
3. using a PLC signal with predefined Open Time: through this signal a dispensing impulse is initiated
which follows the preset parameters. The maximum frequency is 200 1 / s.
4. using a PLC signal and the External-Control-Mode: If the Open Time is set to “external“ a
dispensing impulse with the following properties is started. For Raising, Falling, Delay, Needle Lift and
Number of Pulses the preset values will be considered. The Open Time lasts as long as the signal is
set to logic 1. If the signal is reset to logic 0 then the valve closes and the next impulse will be
accepted
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5.6.2. Command set for the serial interface

SCPI commands for the serial interface - overview
1. *ESR?
2. *IDN?
3. ADJUST:?
4. ADJUST:START
5. EEPROM:CONF:RECALL:<memory cell>
6. EEPROM:CONF:SAVE:<memory cell>
7. HEATER:1:OFF
8. HEATER:1:ON
9. KEY:ENTER
10.KEY:ESCAPE
11. LCD?
12.SYSTEM:KLOCK:OFF
13.SYSTEM:KLOCK:ON
14.TEMP:?
15. TEMP:<setpoint in °C>
16.TRIGGER:SET:?
17. TRIGGER:SET:<Rising>,<Open Time>,<Falling>,<Needle Lift>,<Number of Pulses>, <Delay>
18.VALVE:OPEN
19. VALVE:OPEN:<Rising>,<Open Time>,<Falling>,<Needle Lift>,<Number of Pulses>, <Delay>
20.VALVE:UP
21.VALVE:DOWN
22. WRITE:LCD:<text>
23.SYSTEM:SHOW:CYCLES
24.SYSTEM:SHOW:VALVEID
25.SYSTEM:SHOW:CONTROLLERID
26. *OPC?
27.TAPPET:SET:?
28.TAPPET:CLEAR
29.NOZZLE:SET:?
30. NOZZLE:CLEAR
31.SYSTEM:SHOW:AKTORTEMP
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Specification of EIA-232 commands

1. *ESR?
Description: This command shows the last 10 error codes. The one shown on top is
the latest. If you see 10 times 0, no error has occurred.
Example:
Input: *ESR?
Result: List with last 10 error messages
Return: 8 AUTORANGE ERROR
9 WATCHDOG TIMEOUT
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2. *IDN?
Description: Returns the device descriptor; the description format:
company, model, software version
Example:
Input: *IDN?
Result: VERMES, MDV30xx, 065.411.001
Return: VERMES, MDV30xx, 065.411.001
3. ADJUST:?
Description: If you want to recall the adjust-status, use this command. The following
situations may appear:
Status unknown (showing 0): The system does not know the status yet.
This should be the exception. If this happens, try a new adjust or turn the
MicroDispensingControl Unit off and on again.
Nozzle too far down (showing 1): Nozzle is extended too far and has to
be screwed in. Arrange a new adjust.
Nozzle in the middle (showing 2): The nozzle is in the ideal position.
Nozzle too far up (showing 3): Nozzle is not extended enough and has to
be screwed out. Arrange a new adjust.
Example:
Input: ADJUST:?
Result: The system tells you, if the nozzle is in the correct position.
Return: 2
… the nozzle is in the right place.
4. ADJUST:START
Description: The adjust process is started with this command. The purpose is to bring
the nozzle into the ideal position.
Example:
Input: ADJUST:START
Result: The adjust process is started.
Return: OK
5. EEPROM:CONF:RECALL:<memory cell>
Description: Herewith a saved valve configuration is recalled. This contains the
following parameters amongst others:
Raising, Open Time, Falling, Delay, Needle Lift, Number of Pulses,
Setpoint of heating, heating switch (on/off), keylock switch (on/off), Cal.
Piezo value.
MANUAL MDS 3200A
Example:
Input: EEPROM:CONF:RECALL:1
Result: The parameters of memory cell 1 are loaded down.
Return: OK
6. EEPROM:CONF:SAVE:<memory cell>
Description: Herewith the current pulse parameters are saved in 10 available cells.
The following pulse parameters are stored amongst others:
Rising, Open Time, Falling, Delay, Needle Lift, Number of Pulses,
Setpoint of heating, heating switch (on/off), keylock switch (on/off), Cal.
Piezo value.
Example:
Input: EEPROM:CONF:SAVE:1
Result: The current pulse parameters are saved on memory cell
number 1.
Return: OK
7. HEATER:1:OFF
Description: This command de-activates the heating connected to socket 1. This
could be either a fluid box or a nozzle heating.
Example:
Input: HEATER:1:OFF
Result: The connected heating is turned off.
Return: OK
8. HEATER:1:ON
Description: This command activates the heating connected to socket 1. This could be
either a fluid box or a nozzle heating.
Example:
Input: HEATER:1:ON
Result: The connected heating is turned on.
Return: OK
9. KEY:ENTER
Description: This command sends an enter signal to the control unit. The signal is
equivalent to pressing on the control unit’s key panel.

Example:
Input: KEY:ENTER
Result: The enter signal is sent.
Return: OK
10. KEY:ESCAPE
Description: This command sends an escape signal to the control unit. The signal is
equivalent to pressing on the control unit’s key panel.

Example:
Input: KEY:ESCAPE
Result: The escape signal is sent.
Return: OK
11. LCD?
Description: Use this command to show the current text of the LCD signal.
Example:
Input: LCD?
Result: Right after turning on the system, our company name is
shown.
Return: VERMES Technik
MANUAL MDS 3200A
12. SYSTEM:KLOCK:OFF
Description: This command unlocks the key panel.
Example:
Input: SYSTEM:KLOCK:OFF
Result: The key panel is unlocked.
Return: OK
13. SYSTEM:KLOCK:ON
Description: This command locks the key panel so no one can change the pulse
parameters unauthorized.
Example:
Input: SYSTEM:KLOCK:ON
Result: The key panel is locked.
Return: OK
14. TEMP:?
Description: This command makes a query for the current temperature, shown in
degree Celsius (°C).
Example:
Input: TEMP:?
Result: 70
… this equals 70 °C.
Return: 70
15. TEMP:<setpoint in °C>

Description: Herewith the new setpoint for the connected heating is send to the
control unit. The value is on degree Celsius(°C).
Example:
Input: TEMP:60
Result: The heating´s setpoint is 60°C. The heat controller will try
to keep this value.
Return: OK
16. TRIGGER:SET:?
Description: The current pulse parameters will be displayed with this command. They
come in this order:
Rising, Open Time, Falling, Needle Lift, Number of Pulses, Delay
All parameters relating to time, except „Falling“, are still shown as 1 / 10
ms (so 10 equals to 1 msec). The „Falling“ is shown as 1/100 ms (so
100 equals to 1,00 msec)
If the system is set to External-Control-Mode the Open Time will be
displayed as “EXTERNAL”.
Example:
Input: TRIGGER:SET:?
Result: You see the current pulse parameters.
Rising: 10 equals 1.0 ms (ms = millisecond)
Open time: 10 equals 1.0 ms
Falling: 15 equals 0.15 ms
Needle lift: 90 %
Number of pulses: 20
Delay: 8 equals 0.8 ms
Return: 10,10,15,90,20,8
MANUAL MDS 3200A
17. TRIGGER:SET:<Rising>,<Open Time>,<Falling>,<Needle Lift>,<Number of

Pulses>,<Delay>
Description: The current pulse parameters can be changed with this command. The
trigger is not initiated. All parameters relating to time, except „Falling“,
are still shown as 1 / 10 ms (so 10 equals to 1 msec). The „Falling“ is
shown as 1/100 ms (so 100 equals to 1,00 msec)
Do only use positive whole numbers. If you want to use the External-
Control-Mode enter “EXTENRAL” for the Open Time. For saving use the
command EEPROM:CONF:SAVE:<memory cell>. For activating a
dispense series with the defined parameters use VALVE:OPEN
Example:
Input: TRIGGER:SET:10,10,15,90,20,8
Result: The pulse parameters get the following values:
OpenTime: 10 equals 1.0 ms
Needle Lift: 90 %
Number of Pulses: 20
Return: OK
18. VALVE:OPEN
Description: This command initiates a dispense series with the current parameters.
Example:
Input: VALVE:OPEN
Result: Assuming the parameters:
Needle Lift: 90 %
The command starts a dispense series with this
parameters.
Return: OK
19. VALVE:OPEN:<Rising>,<Open Time>,<Falling>,<Needle Lift>,<Number of

Pulses>,<Delay>
Description: With this command you initiate a dispense series with the stated pulse
parameters. All parameters relating to time, except „Falling“, are still
shown as 1 / 10 ms (so 10 equals to 1 msec). The „Falling“ is shown as
1/100 ms (so 100 equals to 1,00 msec) Do only use whole positive
numbers.
If you want to use the External-Control-Mode enter “EXTENRAL” for the
Open Time. The pulse parameters you entered before with
TRIGGER:SET, will not be overwritten. This means, with VALVE:OPEN
<Rising>, <Open Time>, <Falling>, <Needle Lift>, <Number of Pulses>,
<Delay> entered pulse parameters expire after this dispense series and
are not accessible any more. If you want to use the pulse parameters
several times, you have to use the command VALVE:OPEN:<Rising>,
<Open Time>, <Falling>, <Needle Lift>, <Number of Pulses>, <Delay>
each time as well. Alternatively set the pulse parameters with
TRIGGER:SET and recall them with VALVE:OPEN as often as wanted.
MANUAL MDS 3200A
Example:
Input: VALVE:OPEN: 10,10,15,90,20,8
Result: A dispense series with the following parameters is initiated:
Needle Lift: 90 %
Return: OK
20. VALVE:UP
Description: This command opens the valve until the command VALVE:DOWN is
send. The maximum open time is about two minutes. Within this time
only the command VALVE:DOWN can be processed. This ensures the
protection of the valve.
Example:
Input: VALVE:UP
Result: The valve is opened.
Return: OK
21. VALVE:DOWN
Description: This command closes the valve after the command VALVE:UP. If you
did not use VALVE:UP before, VALVE:DOWN does not achieve a result.
Example:
Input: VALVE:DOWN
Result: The valve will be closed.
Return: OK
22. WRITE:LCD:<text>
Description: This command writes a 32 characters ASCII text on the LCD-display.
Example:
Input: WRITE:LCD:Hello World
Result: the LCD-display shows: …
Hello World
Return: OK
23. SYSTEM:SHOW:CYCLES
Description: This command reads the value of the cycle counter.
Example:
Input: SYSTEM:SHOW:CYCLES
Result: actual value of the cycle counter in a string
Return: 1235000
24. SYSTEM:SHOW:VALVEID
Description: This command reads the valve ID.
Example:
Input: SYSTEM:SHOW:VALVEID
Result: actual ID of the connected valve
Return: 11CW36
25. SYSTEM:SHOW:CONTROLLERID
Description: This command reads the controller ID.
Example:
Input: SYSTEM:SHOW:CONTROLLER
Result: actual ID of the controller
Return: 3050
MANUAL MDS 3200A
26. *OPC?
Description: Monitoring the last trigger impulses.
Example:
Input: *OPC?
Result: Number of the last trigger impulses as string, counter reset
to zero
Return: 3264
27. TAPPET:SET:?
Description: This command writes the tappet maintenance cycle.
Example:
Input: TAPPET:SET:500000
Result: actual tappet cycle set to 500000 cycles
Return: OK
28. TAPPET:CLEAR
Description: This command resets the tappet maintenance cycle indicator.
Example:
Input: TAPPET:CLEAR
Result: Set tappet cycle indicator to 0
Return: OK
29. NOZZLE:SET:?
Description: This command writes the nozzle maintenance cycle.
Example:
Input: NOZZLE:SET:500000
Result: actual nozzle cycle set to 500000 cycles
Return: OK
30. NOZZLE:CLEAR
Description: This command resets the nozzle maintenance cycle indicator.
Example:
Input: NOZZLE:CLEAR
Result: Set nozzle cycle indicator to 0
Return: OK
31. SYSTEM:SHOW:AKTORTEMP
Description: This command shows the actual temperature of the actuator.
Example:
Input: SYSTEM:SHOW:AKTORTEMP
Result: Temperature of the actuator in °C.
Return: 80
(All commands can be tested for example with “Hyper Terminal”, which you find at Windows XP under
Programs/Accessories/Communication).
MANUAL MDS 3200A
6. Spare parts
Fluid box connector (art.no.: 1007059) Cartridge connector MDX 3080-CC (art.no.: 3
mL: 1009776; 10 mL: 1009480; 30 mL:
1009724)
Fluid box standard MDF 3070 Fluid box hollow screw consits Fluid box MDF 3070-CC
art.no. 1007042 of MDF 3070, cartridge base integrated cartridge connector
(art.no. 1009150), art.no.: 1009470
(incl. Tappet centering piece
and tappet sealing GFD) hollow screw (art.no.: (incl. Tappet centering piece
1008551), and tappet sealing GFD,
Set of sealing hollow screw cartridge base PEEK, tighting
(art.no.: 1007065, NBR) screw and Luer-Lock fluid box
connector))
Luer-Lock Fluid box connector Tappet sealing GFD Tappet centering piece
art.no.: 1007060 art.no.: 1007067 art.no.: 1009419
Tappet guidance (without Tappet protection Tappet changing tool

sealing) art.no.: 1007075 art.no.: 1008760 art.no.: 1008344
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MANUAL MDS 3200A
Nozzle adjustment nut Nozzle adjustment nut needle Nozzle adjustment nut fix
universal protection art.no.: 1010549
art.no.: 1009012 art.no.: 1009451
tappet MDV3100A CTK CleaningToolKit MDF 3070, Fluid box UNF1/4“-
art.no.: 1008347 art.no.: 1010320 28
art.no.: 1010047
Nozzle insert hard metal Cartridge O-ring-sealing N (for tappet
N11-70: 1010343 3 mL: 1007091 guidance)
N11-100: 1009837 10 mL: 1008361 NBR: 1007063
N11-120: 1010344 30 mL: 1007087 EPDM: 1007064
N11-150: 1009838 Viton: 1008762
N11-200: 1009839 Silicon: 1010037
MANUAL MDS 3200A
7. Warranty, Maintenance and Return

7.1. Warranty and Maintenance
MDV serial no. "G" or higher (i.e. 1GU12)

This document "Warranty and Maintenance Conditions" corresponds to
MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3200A, existing out of the main components
MicroDispensingValve MDV 3200A and MicroDispensingControl Unit MDC 3200A.
WARRANTY: Warranty refers to the reliability of a system MDS 3200A under conditions of
ordinary use.
Warranty of the valve MDV 3200A covers all defects that could arise within a maximum period
of 6 months or 80 million shots (whatever comes first) after the date of delivery.
Warranty of the control unit MDC 3200A covers all defects that could arise within 12 months
after the date of delivery.
Should the MDV 3200A or the MDC 3200A malfunction within the period of warranty, VERMES
Technik will carry out the repair free of charge. The failure has to be notified in written form to
VERMES Technik.
Is MDS 3200A run with single parts (e. g. cables, heating devices) not produced by VERMES Technik,
the warranty for the MDS 3200A will expire. If additional single parts which are not produced by
VERMES Technik are indispensable, the single parts can be approved by VERMES Technik in written
form and the warranty for the MDS 3200A will not be affected. Defects caused by these single parts
will not be covered by warranty (repair costs need to be covered by the customer).
MAINTENANCE: Maintenance refers only to the actuator system ( = valve MDV 3200A. The
actuator system has to be sent to VERMES Technik after every 80 million shots for regular
maintenance (please refer to delivery conditions below). Before sending the system the
customer has to send an order to VERMES Technik. In the order confirmation VERMES Technik
will advice the date for the maintenance. After maintenance the warranty period is elongated
for further 50 million shots, with a maximum of 6 month. It is recommended by VERMES
Technik to maintain the valve at least once a year.
A defect which arises within 50 million shots after a regular maintenance and is not caused by
the operator will be fixed by VERMES Technik exempt from charges for the owner.
If a defect occurs beyond warranty and the customer met the maintenance intervals, the arising repair
costs will not exceed the cost of a regular maintenance. Warranty is given for repaired single parts for
50 million shots.
The customer can decide if a regular maintenance should be associated. The elongation of warranty
after maintenance is as described above.
If the last maintenance dates back more than 50 million shots and a defect occurs, the customer has
to carry the costs for the repair depending on material and time base.
If a valve shows severe wear out and it is foreseeable, that even after maintenance a drawback in
dispensing accuracy can not be prevented, VERMES Technik will inform the customer. If the
maintenance still shall be carry out, no additional warranty will be granted.
CONSEQUENTIAL COSTS, SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: VERMES Technik will not
cover any consequential costs caused by system failures. Freight charges have to be carried
by the owner, except a repair is necessary within the period of warranty.
SHIPPING: For maintenance send only the actuator system ( = valve without fluid box, without tappet).
For repair reason send the whole system ( = valve, without tappet, control unit and cables).
In all cases the correctly filled-in decontamination declaration has to be sent with the system.
MANUAL MDS 3200A
7.2. Return
Each MicroDispensingSystem which has been in contact with toxic chemicals, human body liquids or
other harmful materials has to be decontaminated before being returned to VERMES Technik.
This declaration is absolutely necessary even for unused MicroDispensingSystems. In case the
MicroDispensingSystem was used, the liquids, which were in contact with the valve, need to be
communicated in written form in the decontamination declaration to VERMES Technik. The signed
certificate needs to be fixed outside on the transport packing.
If a rented or lended MicroDispensingSystem is returned uncleaned it will be sent back to the
customer. The rent period is automatically extended until the system arrives properly cleaned at
VERMES Technik. The additional rent time will be charged to the customer. Alternatively VERMES
Technik will assign an external company to clean and decontaminate the MicroDispensingSystem.
The customer will bear the costs.
Any unclean MicroDispensingSystems which are returned for maintenance or repair reasons will also
be sent back to the customer on his costs.
In any case the customer is liable for defects caused by insufficient decontamination. This includes
explicitly damage to persons and property.
Each returned system needs to be accompanied by a “status-sheet”. All information about the system
has to be provided by the customer to VERMES Technik (e. g. system returned for maintenance, for
repair, dispensing parameter, a.s.o.).
MANUAL MDS 3200A
8. Exploded view MDS 3200A with additional modules
Figure 14: Exploded view MDS 3200A with additional modules
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5.6. Control methods............................................................................................................................ 5

1.2. Product line MDS 3000

Figure 1: MicroDispensingSystem MDS 3000

1.3. List of abbreviations

Table 1: used abbreviations

1.4. Safety Instructions

1.4.2. Specified normal operation

1.4.3. Technical details

1.4.4. Warning notices

2. Mounting and implementation

Recommended: Optional available:

2.2. On-site Mounting of the MDS 3200A

Figure 3: Image of the tap holes of the MDV 3200A

2.3. Implementation and dispensing

Step 3: Connect the valve to the controller. Connect

The MDS 3200A does not need time to warm up the

Step 4: Mount the nozzle insert. For this you need to

Step 5: Screw the nozzle unit (tappet guidance with

Step 6: Conduct the adjust-process. During this

• The adjust-process will be finished by pressing .

Æ The adjust-process can be interrupted any time by pressing .

2.4. Parameter Settings for the dispensing process

Figure 5: Control curve

The essential parameters are:

2.5. Starting the heating

2.5.2. Safety instructions

Thermo device socket 1

Thermo device socket 2

picture3 connection fort he nozzle heating on the backside of the MDC

2.5.5. Adjusting the theoretical heating value

Temperature Switch Calibration H(eater)1

setpoint Switching the ServiceCode

2.5.6. Adjust process

To get to the „Heater1“ menu please press the ENTER button.

To confirm „Value Measurement press ENTER.

To confirm „Measure Values? PressEnter“ press the ENTER button.

Leave the menu by using the ESC button several times.

DIRECT VALUE INPUT

2.6. Shuting down the MicroDispensingSystem and exchange of

2.6.1. Change of the tappet

Erklärung Zeichnung / Explanation drawing

2.6.2. MDT 301, Universal tool

figure1: MDT301 figure2: Adjustgrip, right side: Sealmounter

This Tool includes the following functions:

1. Preforms of the tappet sealing:

• To release the tappet sealing unscrew

2. To press in and out the tappet sealing:

• Place the tool from above centered in the

3. Implementation of the adjust process:

• The adjust process is similar to the nozzle adjusting tool.

3.1. Cleaning methods

Fluid box cleaners: Cleaning rods:

Fluidic brushes: NI-Cleaning Wires:

3.2. Compatibility of sealing material (material) with selected fluids

Table 4: Compatibility of sealing materials.

4. MicroDispensingValve MDV 3200A

Figure 6: MicroDispensingValve MDV 3100A

4.2. Technical data of the MDV

4.3. Special features of the MicroDispensingValve

4.3.2. Quick-Change Concept