Help with turret encoder of Baruffaldi Turret TOE100 to retrofit old CNC

[m_c]

Are you manually rotating the turret to check the encoder outputs? That would be my first step. And I wonder whether the COM pin on the FX3U needs connecting to 0V perhaps?

Most likely this.

Easy way to test the encoder outputs, is with a multimeter. If you're getting voltage, then the encoder is at least doing something.

BTW, you probably don't want Strobe being used as part of the position calculation.
Strobe is used as part of the locking process and triggers the locking solenoid timing.
To calculate position, all you need are the Bits (A, B, C and D). You don't even need to use Parity, as it's sole purpose is to provide a basic value check.

I still have the PLC code to control a TOE80 using a Click PLC, but I no longer have the software installed to view it.

[Jerico]

Most likely this.

Easy way to test the encoder outputs, is with a multimeter. If you're getting voltage, then the encoder is at least doing something.

BTW, you probably don't want Strobe being used as part of the position calculation.
Strobe is used as part of the locking process and triggers the locking solenoid timing.
To calculate position, all you need are the Bits (A, B, C and D). You don't even need to use Parity, as it's sole purpose is to provide a basic value check.

I still have the PLC code to control a TOE80 using a Click PLC, but I no longer have the software installed to view it.

I'll try to test it. If it does not provide voltage, can I conclude that the encoder is faulty and needs replacement?

In regards to Strobe and Parity, If I understand correctly, I should remove Strobe and Parity to the position calculation (the PLC program I showed) right? Then, I will use Strobe for another rung for the locking process. Right? And I should completely remove Parity from the PLC program and disconnect Parity from wiring?

Too bad to hear about the PLC program of Click PLC. That would be a great resource to have in the next steps.

[Muzzer]

I've not used it myself but the Click plc editor seems to be free to download and use. If m_c still has the code, you should be able to open and play with it.
https://accautomation.ca/click-plc-i...-the-software/

[m_c]

I'll try to test it. If it does not provide voltage, can I conclude that the encoder is faulty and needs replacement?

In regards to Strobe and Parity, If I understand correctly, I should remove Strobe and Parity to the position calculation (the PLC program I showed) right? Then, I will use Strobe for another rung for the locking process. Right? And I should completely remove Parity from the PLC program and disconnect Parity from wiring?

Too bad to hear about the PLC program of Click PLC. That would be a great resource to have in the next steps.

You can still use Parity for position calculation, as it does provide an extra check that the encoder is on a valid position, but Strobe is only needed for timing purposes.

As per Muzzer's post, I should have been a bit clearer. The Click PLC software is free, it's just that I no longer own any Click PLCs, so have no need to have the software installed.
If you're willing to install the software, I can send you the code so you can load and view how I controlled my TOE 80 turret.

[Jerico]

I've not used it myself but the Click plc editor seems to be free to download and use. If m_c still has the code, you should be able to open and play with it.
https://accautomation.ca/click-plc-i...-the-software/

You can still use Parity for position calculation, as it does provide an extra check that the encoder is on a valid position, but Strobe is only needed for timing purposes.

As per Muzzer's post, I should have been a bit clearer. The Click PLC software is free, it's just that I no longer own any Click PLCs, so have no need to have the software installed.
If you're willing to install the software, I can send you the code so you can load and view how I controlled my TOE 80 turret.

I understand the Parity and Strobe thingy. Thank you for explaining it to me clearly. Update about the encoder, I tested it and no voltage was recorded. Seems like the encoder is replaceable...

About the PLC program, I am aware of Click PLCs and I'm willing to install Click PLC software just for the sake of having a great resource and knowledge later on. Thank you so much in advance!