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Operating instruction booklet

- Original -

Sequence controller
for screwdriver 321Exx19/22/27 for screwdriver 321Exx27(HP)/36

AST12-1 115001A AST12-2 115002A

AST12-1 PB 115001B AST12-2 PB 115002B
AST12-1 IE 115001C AST12-2 IE 115002C

NOTICE ALL DOCUMENTATIONS !

Before beginning work this operating instruction booklet and the enclosed
safety instructions (no. 016000, pink-colored booklet) have to be read through
carefully. Always follow the instructions during operation. Give this operating in-
struction booklet and the appropriate safety instructions to the operator.
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Contents
1 DEFINITION OF SIGNAL WORDS AND SYMBOLS .............................................................. 11
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................... 12
3 INTENDED USE ...................................................................................................................... 12
4 SCOPE OF DELIVERY ........................................................................................................... 13
5 SHORT DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................... 13
5.1 Short Description .................................................................................................................. 13
5.2 Funktionale Sicherheit .......................................................................................................... 13
6 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................. 14
6.1 Views of the AST12 .............................................................................................................. 14
6.1.1 Front View...................................................................................................................... 14
6.1.2 Rear view ....................................................................................................................... 15
6.2 Interface Description............................................................................................................. 16
6.2.1 Interface MINIMAT-EC screwdriver ................................................................................ 17
6.2.2 Power supply ................................................................................................................. 17
6.2.3 Ethernet/Webserver ....................................................................................................... 17
6.2.4 USB 2.0 ......................................................................................................................... 17
6.2.5 Emergency stop STO 1/STO 2 ....................................................................................... 18
6.2.6 I/O ports ......................................................................................................................... 19
6.2.6.1 Power supply for the I/O ports ..................................................................................... 19
6.2.6.2 PLC1 port.................................................................................................................... 19
6.2.6.3 PLC2 port (derzeit nicht verfügbar) ............................................................................. 21
6.2.6.4 Part feeder .................................................................................................................. 21
6.2.6.5 F control (currently not available) ................................................................................ 22
6.2.7 External STOP (digital/analog) ....................................................................................... 23
6.2.8 Toolbus (currently not available) .................................................................................... 24
6.2.9 Fieldbus systems ........................................................................................................... 24
6.2.9.1 Profibus (optional) ....................................................................................................... 24
6.2.9.2 Industrial Ethernet (optional) ....................................................................................... 24
6.2.10 Printer .......................................................................................................................... 24
6.2.11 Scanner ....................................................................................................................... 25
7 OPERATION ........................................................................................................................... 26
7.1 Dimensional Drawing ............................................................................................................ 26
7.2 Assembly .............................................................................................................................. 28
7.3 Operation of the sequence controller AST12 ........................................................................ 31
7.4 Instructions for programming the sequence controller .......................................................... 31
7.5 Connection to a higher-level controller.................................................................................. 31
7.5.1 General .......................................................................................................................... 31
7.5.2 Signal sequence of a screw cycle .................................................................................. 32
7.5.3 Connection to a higher-level controller via fieldbus (optional) ......................................... 33
7.5.3.1 Data structures............................................................................................................ 33
8 USER ...................................................................................................................................... 37
8.1 Display ................................................................................................................................. 37
8.2 Web interface ....................................................................................................................... 37
9 OPERATION VIA INTEGRATED TOUCH DISPLAY .............................................................. 38
9.1 Operating elements .............................................................................................................. 38
9.1.1 Buttons........................................................................................................................... 38
9.1.2 Selection between several alternatives .......................................................................... 39
9.1.3 Text and number entry ................................................................................................... 39
9.2 Process display .................................................................................................................... 40
9.3 Menu description .................................................................................................................. 41
9.3.1 Overview ........................................................................................................................ 41
9.3.2 Log in ............................................................................................................................. 43
9.3.3 Screwdriving sequence menu ........................................................................................ 43

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9.3.4 Process data menu ........................................................................................................ 45

9.3.4.1 Graphic data ............................................................................................................... 45
9.3.5 System info menu .......................................................................................................... 46
9.3.5.1 Controller data ............................................................................................................ 46
9.3.5.2 Screwdriver data ......................................................................................................... 46
9.3.5.3 Controller state............................................................................................................ 47
9.3.5.4 Screwdriver status....................................................................................................... 47
9.3.6 Settings menu ................................................................................................................ 48
9.3.6.1 General ....................................................................................................................... 48
9.3.6.2 Date/time .................................................................................................................... 53
9.3.6.3 Documentation ............................................................................................................ 54
9.3.6.4 Analog sensor ............................................................................................................. 54
9.3.6.5 Screwdriver ................................................................................................................. 55
9.3.6.6 Network....................................................................................................................... 55
9.3.6.7 Fieldbus ...................................................................................................................... 56
9.3.6.8 User management....................................................................................................... 58
9.3.7 Service menu ................................................................................................................. 62
9.3.7.1 System image ............................................................................................................. 62
9.3.7.2 Test ............................................................................................................................. 63
9.3.8 Maintenance menu ........................................................................................................ 69
10 OPERATION VIA WEB INTERFACE .................................................................................... 70
10.1 Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 70
10.1.1 Hardware ..................................................................................................................... 70
10.1.2 Software....................................................................................................................... 70
10.1.3 Connection to sequence controller AST12 ................................................................... 70
10.2 Preparation for use of web interface ................................................................................... 71
10.2.1.1 Set-up of the sequence controller AST12 .................................................................. 71
10.2.1.2 Set-up of the browser/operating system .................................................................... 71
10.3 Lock editing ........................................................................................................................ 71
10.4 Menu structure ................................................................................................................... 72
10.5 General set-up .................................................................................................................... 74
10.5.1 Tables .......................................................................................................................... 74
10.5.1.1 Sort ........................................................................................................................... 74
10.5.1.2 Filter .......................................................................................................................... 74
10.5.1.3 Whole text filter ......................................................................................................... 75
10.5.1.4 Navigation ................................................................................................................. 76
10.5.2 Save ............................................................................................................................ 76
10.5.3 Change history (not available at this time) .................................................................... 77
10.5.4 Permissions ................................................................................................................. 77
10.6 Start and login .................................................................................................................... 78
10.7 Description of menu items .................................................................................................. 79
10.7.1 System overview .......................................................................................................... 79
10.7.2 Dashboard ................................................................................................................... 80
10.7.2.1 System messages ..................................................................................................... 80
10.7.2.2 My DEPRAG Apps .................................................................................................... 80
10.7.2.3 Controller data .......................................................................................................... 80
10.7.2.4 Tool data ................................................................................................................... 81
10.7.2.5 Service contact information ....................................................................................... 81
10.7.3 Available updates ......................................................................................................... 82
10.7.4 Screwdriving sequence ................................................................................................ 82
10.7.4.1 Save/restore screwdriving sequences ....................................................................... 83
10.7.4.2 Change history .......................................................................................................... 83
10.7.4.3 Create new screwdriving sequence ........................................................................... 84
10.7.4.4 Delete all screwdriving sequences ............................................................................ 85
10.7.4.5 Print screwdriving sequence ..................................................................................... 85
10.7.4.6 Delete individual screwdriving sequences ................................................................. 86
10.7.4.7 Edit screwdriving sequence ....................................................................................... 87
10.7.5 Process data ................................................................................................................ 90

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10.7.5.1 Process visualisation ................................................................................................. 90

10.7.5.2 End values ................................................................................................................ 91
10.7.5.3 Screwdriving curves .................................................................................................. 92
10.7.6 System info .................................................................................................................. 94
10.7.6.1 System messages ..................................................................................................... 95
10.7.6.2 Tool data ................................................................................................................... 97
10.7.6.3 Tool state .................................................................................................................. 98
10.7.6.4 Controller data .......................................................................................................... 98
10.7.6.5 Controller state.......................................................................................................... 98
10.7.6.6 Licences .................................................................................................................... 99
10.7.7 DEPRAG Apps........................................................................................................... 100
10.7.7.1 DEPRAG Software .................................................................................................. 101
10.7.7.2 Screwdriving procedure........................................................................................... 101
10.7.7.3 Software updates .................................................................................................... 101
10.7.7.4 Function extensions ................................................................................................ 101
10.7.7.5 Industry 4.0 interfaces ............................................................................................. 101
10.7.7.6 Fieldbus interfaces .................................................................................................. 101
10.7.7.7 Activation ................................................................................................................ 101
10.7.8 Settings ...................................................................................................................... 102
10.7.8.1 General ................................................................................................................... 103
10.7.8.2 Documentation ........................................................................................................ 105
10.7.8.3 Updates .................................................................................................................. 105
10.7.8.4 Date and time.......................................................................................................... 106
10.7.8.5 Network ................................................................................................................... 107
10.7.8.6 User administration ................................................................................................. 108
10.7.8.7 Security ................................................................................................................... 112
10.7.8.8 Industry 4.0 ............................................................................................................. 113
10.7.8.9 Fieldbus .................................................................................................................. 117
10.7.8.10 Barcode................................................................................................................. 117
10.7.9 Tool............................................................................................................................ 117
10.8 Service ............................................................................................................................. 118
10.8.1 System backup .......................................................................................................... 118
10.8.2 Backup ....................................................................................................................... 120
10.8.2.1 Create backup copy ................................................................................................ 120
10.8.2.2 Restore backup copy .............................................................................................. 120
10.8.2.3 Download existing backup copy .............................................................................. 121
10.8.3 Manuals ..................................................................................................................... 123
10.9 My profile .......................................................................................................................... 123
10.9.1 Change password ...................................................................................................... 124
10.9.2 Change API token ...................................................................................................... 124
10.10 Log off ............................................................................................................................ 125
10.10.1 Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 125
11 SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................... 126
11.1 Description of adjustable parameters................................................................................ 126
11.1.1 General parameters ................................................................................................... 126
11.1.1.1 Analog sensor parameters ...................................................................................... 129
11.1.1.2 Network parameters ................................................................................................ 129
11.1.1.3 User administration parameters .............................................................................. 130
11.1.1.4 Security parameters ................................................................................................ 130
11.1.1.5 Fieldbus parameters ............................................................................................... 131
11.1.1.6 Documentation parameters ..................................................................................... 132
11.1.1.7 Industry 4.0 interface parameters ............................................................................ 132
11.1.1.8 Barcode scanner parameters .................................................................................. 133
11.1.1.9 Parameter MINIMAT-EC screwdriver parameters ................................................... 135
11.2 Standard values ............................................................................................................... 135
11.2.1 Standard values general ............................................................................................ 135
11.2.1.1 Standard values analog sensor ............................................................................... 135
11.2.1.2 Standard values network ......................................................................................... 136

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11.2.1.3 Standard values user administration ....................................................................... 136

11.2.1.4 Standard values security ......................................................................................... 136
11.2.1.5 Standard values fieldbus ......................................................................................... 136
11.2.1.6 Standard values documentation .............................................................................. 137
11.2.1.7 Standard values industry 4.0 interfaces................................................................... 137
11.2.1.8 Standard values barcode scanner ........................................................................... 138
11.2.1.9 Standard values MINIMAT-EC screwdriver ............................................................. 138
12 SCREWDRIVING STRATEGIES AND COMMANDS .......................................................... 139
12.1 Screwdriving Strategies .................................................................................................... 139
12.1.1 Fasten to Torque ........................................................................................................ 139
12.1.2 Extended Fasten to Torque ........................................................................................ 140
12.1.3 Fasten / Loosen to Angle ........................................................................................... 141
12.1.4 Fasten / Loosen to external Stop-Signal..................................................................... 143
12.1.5 Find ............................................................................................................................ 144
12.1.6 Friction value package (optional)................................................................................ 145
12.1.6.1 Friction value measurement ................................................................................. 145
12.1.6.2 Fasten to differential torque ................................................................................. 147
12.1.6.3 Fasten dependent on friction value ..................................................................... 148
12.1.7 DEPRAG Clamp Force Control package (optional) .................................................... 151
12.1.7.1 Seating point detection ............................................................................................ 151
12.1.7.2 Screw assembly to difference torque....................................................................... 153
12.2 Commands ....................................................................................................................... 155
12.2.1 Wait for input .............................................................................................................. 155
12.2.2 Set output .................................................................................................................. 155
12.2.3 Reset output............................................................................................................... 155
12.2.4 Display values ............................................................................................................ 155
12.2.5 Save values ............................................................................................................... 155
12.2.6 Waiting time ............................................................................................................... 156
12.2.7 Print ........................................................................................................................... 156
12.2.8 Hold position .............................................................................................................. 156
13 DOCUMENTATION............................................................................................................. 157
13.1 General ............................................................................................................................ 157
13.1.1 General ...................................................................................................................... 157
13.1.2 Save end values ........................................................................................................ 158
13.1.3 End values via fieldbus .............................................................................................. 159
13.1.4 End values via web interface / REST ......................................................................... 160
13.1.5 End values via printer ................................................................................................. 162
13.1.6 FTP upload of end values .......................................................................................... 163
13.2 Graphics ........................................................................................................................... 163
13.2.1 General ...................................................................................................................... 163
13.2.2 Graphics via web interface / REST ............................................................................. 163
13.2.3 FTP upload of graphics .............................................................................................. 163
13.3 Commands for configuration of format strings .................................................................. 164
14 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ........................................................................................... 167
14.1 General ............................................................................................................................ 167
14.2 Software update ............................................................................................................... 168
14.2.1 Update activation ....................................................................................................... 169
14.2.2 Update execution ....................................................................................................... 170
15 ERROR MESSAGES AND TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................. 172
15.1 System errors ................................................................................................................... 172
15.1.1 Error group 101: Screwdriver control .......................................................................... 173
15.1.2 Error group 102: Screwdriver logic ............................................................................. 176
15.1.3 Error group 103: Main controller ................................................................................. 177
15.1.4 Error group 104: Communication with internal REST interface ................................... 179
15.1.5 Error group 105: Communication with display ............................................................ 179
15.1.6 Error group 106: Internal communication ................................................................... 179
15.1.7 Error group 107: I/O ports .......................................................................................... 180

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15.1.8 Error group 108: Fieldbus........................................................................................... 181

15.2 Screwdriving sequence errors .......................................................................................... 181
16 HELP WITH FAULTS .......................................................................................................... 183
17 FUNCTION EXTENSIONS .................................................................................................. 184
17.1 Process visualisation ........................................................................................................ 184
17.2 Security & change tracking ............................................................................................... 184
18 INDUSTRY 4.0 INTERFACES (MQTT, REST, FTP) ........................................................... 185
19 EQUIPMENT ....................................................................................................................... 186
19.1 Required accessories ....................................................................................................... 186
19.1.1 Power cable AST12-1 ................................................................................................ 186
19.1.2 Power cable AST12-2 ................................................................................................ 186
19.2 Optional accessories ........................................................................................................ 186
19.2.1 Base .......................................................................................................................... 186
19.2.2 Connection cable AST12 – PC ................................................................................... 186
19.2.3 Barcode scanner ........................................................................................................ 186
19.2.4 Connection cable AST12 – Barcode scanner ............................................................. 186
19.2.5 Touch pen .................................................................................................................. 186
19.2.6 Toolbox ...................................................................................................................... 187
19.3 Optional software solutions ............................................................................................... 187
19.3.1 Software update sequence controller AST12 ............................................................. 187
19.3.2 Clamp Force Control (seating point detection) ........................................................... 187
19.3.3 Software package Friction dependent screw assembly .............................................. 188
19.3.4 Process data in the web ............................................................................................. 188
19.3.5 Security and change tracking ..................................................................................... 188
19.3.6 Industry 4.0 interface.................................................................................................. 188
19.3.7 TIA Link...................................................................................................................... 188
19.3.8 TwinCAT Link............................................................................................................. 188
19.3.9 DEPRAG Graph Viewer ............................................................................................. 189
1.1.1 DEPRAG Data eXchange ............................................................................................ 190
19.3.10 DEPRAG Cockpit ..................................................................................................... 190
19.3.11 DEPRAG Operator Guidance ................................................................................... 191
19.3.12 DEPRAG Universal Robots Link .............................................................................. 191
20 GLOSSARY ........................................................................................................................ 192
21 SHUT DOWN AND STORAGE ........................................................................................... 195
22 TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................................................. 196
23 SOFTWARE UPDATES - LEGAL INFORMATION ON DIRECTIVE EU 2019/711 ............. 197
24 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................................................. 198
25 SERVICE LOCATIONS AND AUTHORIZED PARTNERS.................................................. 199

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Illustrations
Illustration 1: Front View AST12-1 .............................................................................................. 14
Illustration 2: Front View AST12-2 .............................................................................................. 14
Illustration 3: Rear view AST12-1 ............................................................................................... 15
Illustration 4: Rear view AST12-2 ............................................................................................... 16
Illustration 5: Typical connection PLC – Relay ............................................................................ 18
Illustration 6: Typical connection PLC ......................................................................................... 18
Illustration 7: Typical connection Dongle..................................................................................... 19
Illustration 8: Typical connection Anschluss Analog .................................................................... 23
Illustration 9: Typical connection Anschluss Digital ..................................................................... 23
Illustration 10: Dimensional drawing AST12-1 ............................................................................ 26
Illustration 11: Dimensional drawing AST12-2 ............................................................................ 27
Illustration 12: Signal sequence .................................................................................................. 32
Illustration 13: Button types ........................................................................................................ 38
Illustration 14: Selection between several alternatives ................................................................ 39
Illustration 15: Numeric keypad for number entry........................................................................ 39
Illustration 16: Keypad for text entry ........................................................................................... 39
Illustration 17: Process display, version 1 ................................................................................... 40
Illustration 18: Process display, version 2 ................................................................................... 40
Illustration 19: Process display, version 3 ................................................................................... 41
Illustration 20: Main menu .......................................................................................................... 41
Illustration 21: User login ............................................................................................................ 43
Illustration 22: Create standard program .................................................................................... 44
Illustration 23: Change screwdriving sequence ........................................................................... 44
Illustration 24: Process data menu ............................................................................................. 45
Illustration 25: Curve display....................................................................................................... 45
Illustration 26: System info menu................................................................................................ 46
Illustration 27: Controller data ..................................................................................................... 46
Illustration 28: Screwdriver data ................................................................................................. 47
Illustration 29: System status ...................................................................................................... 47
Illustration 30: Screwdriver status ............................................................................................... 48
Illustration 31: Settings ............................................................................................................... 48
Illustration 32: Settings -> General, Device name ....................................................................... 49
Illustration 33: Settings -> General, language ............................................................................. 49
Illustration 34: Settings -> General, Torque unit.......................................................................... 49
Illustration 35: Settings -> General, Signal tone .......................................................................... 50
Illustration 36: Settings -> General, Process display ................................................................... 50
Illustration 37: Settings -> General, Main direction and Speed reduction .................................... 50
Illustration 38: Settings -> General, Start type ............................................................................ 51
Illustration 39: Settings -> General, Program selection ............................................................... 51
Illustration 40: Settings -> General, external start release .......................................................... 52
Illustration 41: Settings -> General, Program selection handtool................................................. 52
Illustration 42: Settings -> General, Reload ................................................................................ 53
Illustration 43: Reload via display ............................................................................................... 53
Illustration 44: Settings -> General, Standard values .................................................................. 53
Illustration 45: Settings, date/time ............................................................................................... 54
Illustration 46: Numbers of curves .............................................................................................. 54
Illustration 47: Analog sensor ..................................................................................................... 54
Illustration 48: Teach analog sensor ........................................................................................... 55
Illustration 49: Settings screwdriver ............................................................................................ 55
Illustration 50: Settings network .................................................................................................. 56
Illustration 51: Settings fieldbus .................................................................................................. 56
Illustration 52: Settings Fieldbus Protocol ................................................................................... 56
Illustration 53: Settings Fieldbus EtherNet/IP - 1......................................................................... 57
Illustration 54: Settings Fieldbus EtherNet/IP - 2......................................................................... 57
Illustration 55: Settings Fieldbus Profinet - 1............................................................................... 57
Illustration 56: Settings Fieldbus Profinet - 2............................................................................... 58

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Illustration 57: Change password for users of the Operator and Supervisor groups.................... 58
Illustration 58: Display user data for users of the Operator and Supervisor groups ..................... 59
Illustration 59: Change password for users of the Operator and Supervisor groups.................... 59
Illustration 60: User management for users of the Expert group ................................................. 59
Illustration 61: Display the user data ........................................................................................... 60
Illustration 62: Change password ............................................................................................... 60
Illustration 63: User settings ....................................................................................................... 60
Illustration 64: Create new user .................................................................................................. 61
Illustration 65: Issue password for new user ............................................................................... 61
Illustration 66: User settings for new users ................................................................................. 62
Illustration 67: Service ................................................................................................................ 62
Illustration 68: System image...................................................................................................... 62
Illustration 69: I/O port inputs ...................................................................................................... 64
Illustration 72: I/O port analog sensor ......................................................................................... 66
Illustration 73: Fieldbus inputs/outputs........................................................................................ 66
Illustration 74: Fieldbus............................................................................................................... 67
Illustration 75: Fieldbus............................................................................................................... 67
Illustration 76: Fieldbus............................................................................................................... 67
Illustration 77: Fieldbus............................................................................................................... 68
Illustration 79: Target value and current value of the speed test ................................................. 69
Illustration 80: Screwdriver inputs/outputs .................................................................................. 69
Illustration 81: Web interface menu structure.............................................................................. 73
Illustration 82: Opened menu item example: Screwdriving sequence ......................................... 73
Illustration 83: Column sorted in ascending order ....................................................................... 74
Illustration 84: Column filter symbol ............................................................................................ 74
Illustration 85: Column filter dialog – Example numerical value .................................................. 75
Illustration 86: Filter symbol active / inactive – column value is filtered ....................................... 75
Illustration 87: Whole text filter.................................................................................................... 75
Illustration 88: Predefined filter ................................................................................................... 76
Illustration 89: Save success message ....................................................................................... 76
Illustration 90: Change history example: Screwdriving sequence ............................................... 77
Illustration 91: Login page .......................................................................................................... 78
Illustration 92: System overview ................................................................................................. 79
Illustration 93: Start page............................................................................................................ 80
Illustration 94: Update available message .................................................................................. 82
Illustration 95: Menu item screwdriving sequence....................................................................... 83
Illustration 96: Screwdriving sequence – blank program ............................................................. 84
Illustration 97: Security warning – Delete all screwdriving sequences......................................... 85
Illustration 98: Confirm deletion of screwdriving sequence ......................................................... 86
Illustration 99: Edit screwdriving sequence ................................................................................. 87
Illustration 100: Collapsed screwdriving template ....................................................................... 88
Illustration 101: Adding a screwdriving template ......................................................................... 89
Illustration 102: Confirmation message “Delete” screwdriving template ...................................... 90
Illustration 103: Screwdriving sequence save success message ................................................ 90
Illustration 104: Warning “Save values” or “Display values” missing ........................................... 90
Illustration 105: Process data in web .......................................................................................... 91
Illustration 106: Delete all end values ......................................................................................... 92
Illustration 107: Screwdriving curves .......................................................................................... 93
Illustration 108: Confirmation “Delete all screwdriving curves” .................................................... 94
Illustration 109: System messages ............................................................................................. 95
Illustration 110: System message detail ..................................................................................... 96
Illustration 111: Tool data ........................................................................................................... 97
Illustration 112: Tool state .......................................................................................................... 98
Illustration 113: Controller state .................................................................................................. 98
Illustration 114: Licences ............................................................................................................ 99
Illustration 115: DEPRAG Apps detail ....................................................................................... 100
Illustration 116: DEPRAG software not yet activated ................................................................ 102
Illustration 117: General settings .............................................................................................. 103
Illustration 118: Screwdriving sequence settings ...................................................................... 104

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Illustration 119: Documentation settings ................................................................................... 105

Illustration 120: Date and time settings ..................................................................................... 106
Illustration 121: Network settings .............................................................................................. 107
Illustration 122: Forwarding to new IP address ......................................................................... 108
Illustration 123: User administration overview ........................................................................... 108
Illustration 124: Create user...................................................................................................... 109
Illustration 125: Edit user .......................................................................................................... 110
Illustration 126: Delete user ...................................................................................................... 111
Illustration 127: Security settings .............................................................................................. 112
Illustration 128: REST settings ................................................................................................. 113
Illustration 129: FTP settings .................................................................................................... 114
Illustration 130: MQTT settings ................................................................................................. 116
Illustration 131: Fieldbus settings ............................................................................................. 117
Illustration 132: Service create system backup ......................................................................... 118
Illustration 133: Service download system backup.................................................................... 119
Illustration 134: Service existing system backup ....................................................................... 119
Illustration 135: Service download backup copy ....................................................................... 120
Illustration 136: Service restore backup copy ........................................................................... 121
Illustration 137: Service select backup copy ............................................................................. 121
Illustration 138: Service existing backup copies ........................................................................ 122
Illustration 139: Service manuals .............................................................................................. 123
Illustration 140: User logged on ................................................................................................ 123
Illustration 141: My profile change password ............................................................................ 124
Illustration 142: My profile change API token ............................................................................ 124
Illustration 143: Screwdriving Application to torque................................................................... 139
Illustration 144: Expanded screwdriving to Torque ................................................................... 140
Illustration 145: Screwdriving to Angle ...................................................................................... 141
Illustration 146: Loosening on Angle ......................................................................................... 142
Illustration 147: Fasten / Loosen to external Stop-Signal .......................................................... 143
Illustration 151: Seating point detection .................................................................................... 151
Illustration 152: Screw assembly to difference torque ............................................................... 153
Illustration 153: Activation dialog .............................................................................................. 169
Illustration 154: Process visualisation ....................................................................................... 184
Illustration 155: DEPRAG Graph Viewer................................................................................... 189
Illustration 156: DFEPRAG Data eXchange.............................................................................. 190

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List of tables
Table 1: Scope of Delivery ......................................................................................................... 13
Table 2: STO ½ port assignment ................................................................................................ 18
Table 3: I/O port PLC1 assignment............................................................................................. 20
Table 4: I/O port PLC2 assignment............................................................................................. 21
Table 5: Part feeder port assignment.......................................................................................... 21
Table 6: F control port assignment ............................................................................................. 22
Table 7: External STOP (digital/analog) port assignment ........................................................... 23
Table 8: Profibus port assignment .............................................................................................. 24
Table 9: Printer port assignment ................................................................................................. 24
Table 10: Scanner port assignment ............................................................................................ 25
Table 11: Scanner port assignment ............................................................................................ 33
Table 12: Scanner port assignment ............................................................................................ 36
Table 13: Diagnose I/O port, inputs (page 1) .............................................................................. 64
Table 14: Diagnose I/O port, inputs program selection (page 2) ................................................. 65
Table 15: Diagnose I/O port, outputs (page 3) ............................................................................ 65
Table 16: General adjustable parameters ................................................................................. 128
Table 17: Analog sensor adjustable parameters ....................................................................... 129
Table 18: Network adjustable parameters ................................................................................ 129
Table 19: User administration adjustable parameters ............................................................... 130
Table 20: Security adjustable parameters................................................................................. 130
Table 21: Fieldbus adjustable parameters ................................................................................ 131
Table 22: Documentation adjustable parameters...................................................................... 132
Table 23: MQTT adjustable parameters ................................................................................... 132
Table 24: FTP adjustable parameters ....................................................................................... 133
Table 25: Barcode scanner adjustable parameters ................................................................... 134
Table 26: MINIMAT-EC screwdriver adjustable parameters ..................................................... 135
Table 27: Standard values general ........................................................................................... 135
Table 28: Standard values analog sensor................................................................................. 135
Table 29: Standard values network .......................................................................................... 136
Table 30: Standard values user administration ......................................................................... 136
Table 31: Standard values security........................................................................................... 136
Table 32: Standard values Fieldbus ......................................................................................... 137
Table 33: Standard values documentation................................................................................ 137
Table 34: Standard values MQTT ............................................................................................. 137
Table 35: Standard values FTP ................................................................................................ 138
Table 36: Standard values barcode scanner ............................................................................ 138
Table 37: Standard values MINIMAT-EC screwdriver ............................................................... 138
Table 38: End values via Fieldbus ............................................................................................ 160
Table 39: Assignment of the commands of the format string to the identifier in the title line of the
end value files ...................................................................................................................... 162
Table 40: Commands for configuration of format strings........................................................... 167
Table 42: Error types ................................................................................................................ 173
Table 43: Screwdriver control system errors ............................................................................. 175
Table 44: Screwdriver logic system errors ................................................................................ 176
Table 45: Main controller system errors .................................................................................... 178
Table 46: Communication system errors .................................................................................. 179
Table 47: Communication with display system errors ............................................................... 179
Table 48: Internal communication system errors ...................................................................... 180
Table 49: I/O ports system errors ............................................................................................. 180
Table 50: Fieldbus system errors ............................................................................................. 181
Table 51: Screwdriving sequence errors................................................................................... 182
Table 52: Help with faults ......................................................................................................... 183
Table 53: Technical data AST12-1 ........................................................................................... 196
Table 54: Technical data AST12-2 ........................................................................................... 196

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1 Definition of signal words and symbols

The signal words and symbols used in the technical documentation (safety instructions,
operating instruction booklet, etc.) have the following meaning:

DANGER
Indicates an immediate danger which causes serious injuries or even
death if not avoided.

WARNING
Indicates a threatening danger which can cause serious injuries or even
death if not avoided.

CAUTION
Indicates a danger or unsafe procedure which can cause injuries to a per-
son or material damages if not avoided.

NOTICE
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which can cause damage to
the product or its surroundings if not avoided.

IMPORTANT
Indicates tips and other useful information.

In each case the symbol used does not replace the safety text. The text must always be
read fully. In some cases other symbols will be used with the signal words.

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2 Safety Instructions
Reading the enclosed safety instruction booklet no. 016000 (pink-coloured booklet) is essential for
working with the equipment.
WARNING
Fires, electric shocks and other injuries, or damages to components can be
caused if the safety guidelines are ignored.

WARNING
Risk of fatal injury due to electrocution!
Disconnect the electric equipment from the power supply before starting any work
on the tool (e.g. installation, changing of accessories or machine tools, removal of
covers prior to longer downtimes, maintenance works, etc.).
Switch off the ON/OFF switch and pull out the mains plug!

3 Intended use
The sequence controller AST12 is designed exclusively for industrial screw assembly. It may only
be used in conjunction with DEPRAG MINIMAT-EC screwdrivers of the series 321Exx. The system
is particularly suitable for applications with high requirements for quality, flexibility and
documentation.
Any other usage is not approved. The manufacturer is not liable for any damages resulting from
improper use; the operator bears all risk alone.
Correct usage includes adherence to all operational, maintenance and repair stipulations specified
by the manufacturer.

IMPORTANT
Please contact your advisor, our international service locations or DEPRAG
SCHULZ GMBH u. CO. directly for further information.
Visit our website www.deprag.com.

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4 Scope of Delivery
Check that the shipment is complete and that there have been no damages in transit.
Quantity Name Part No.
1 AST12-1 xx sequence controller 115001A/B/C
1 Power unit 144542
2 Cable connector AST12 Dongle 140979
1 Manual "Quick start guide“ 014650xx
1 Safety booklet 016000
Table 1: Scope of Delivery

5 Short Description
5.1 Short Description
The sequence controller AST12 is a controller with integrated power electronics for the operation of
DEPRAG MINIMAT-EC screwdrivers of the series 321Exx. Within the performance range of the
screwdriver, torque, speed, waiting time and rotational direction can be individually adjusted to the
screwdriving task.
Comprehensive operating options, as well as programming, control and documentation interfaces,
provide maximum flexibility for integration into an existing processing environment. The various
communication options include I/O and varied (optional) fieldbus interfaces, as well as a 4.3” touch
display and integrated web server for parameterisation, data storage and display of curves via
Ethernet.
In the sequence controller, all common screwdriving procedures are stored in the form of basic
programs. Commissioning of the system is therefore completed in just a few steps. All required
functions are available in the web interface and touch display so that no additional software need
be installed.
Up to 1000 screwdriving programs can be created.
Comprehensive diagnostic options enable the detection of potential errors in the screwdriving
sequence either on the MINIMAT-EC screwdriver or sequence controller.

5.2 Funktionale Sicherheit

When using the integrate safety feature STO, a performance level PL d
in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849-1 with a PFH [1/h] of 3,18E-7 can
be achieved, corresponding to a MTTF [a] of 359.
The safety feature STO is executed in stop category 0.

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6 Hardware Description
6.1 Views of the AST12
6.1.1 Front View

Illustration 1: Front View AST12-1

Illustration 2: Front View AST12-2

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6.1.2 Rear view

Interfaces
GS1: ON/OFF switch GX9: Part feeder
GX1: EC screwdriver port GX10: F control
GX2: I/O port PLC1 GX11: Printer
GX3: I/O port PLC2 GX12: Toolbus
GX4: Profibus (optional) GX13: Ext. STOP (digital/analog)
GX5: Scanner GX14: USB 2.0
GX6: Real-Time Ethernet GX15: USB 2.0
GX7: STO 1 GX16: Ethernet/web server
GX8: STO 2 GX17: Power connection
Illustration 3: Rear view AST12-1

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Interfaces
GS1: ON/OFF switch GX9: Part feeder
GX1: EC screwdriver port GX10: F control
GX2: I/O port PLC1 GX11: Printer
GX3: I/O port PLC2 GX12: Toolbus
GX4: Profibus (optional) GX13: Ext. STOP (digital/analog)
GX5: Scanner GX14: USB 2.0
GX6: Real-Time Ethernet GX15: USB 2.0
GX7: STO 1 GX16: Ethernet/web server
GX8: STO 2 GX17: Power connection
Illustration 4: Rear view AST12-2

6.2 Interface Description

IMPORTANT
During the start-up of the sequence controller, all outputs are switched on!

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IMPORTANT
Before switching on the sequence controller, it must have been switched off for at
least 20s!

6.2.1 Interface MINIMAT-EC screwdriver

Name: GX1
Plug connection: M23 Hybrid socket

6.2.2 Power supply

Name: GX17
Plug connection: 5-pole plug

6.2.3 Ethernet/Webserver
Name: GX16
Plug connection: RJ45 socket

6.2.4 USB 2.0

Name: GX14/15
Plug connection: USB type A socket

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6.2.5 Emergency stop STO 1/STO 2

Name: GX7/8
Plug connection: M9 4-pole socket
Pin Name Type on AST12 Description
1 STO+ Input 24V input for emergency stop
2 STO- Input 0V for input STO+
3 GND Power supply output Internal power supply exclusively for
4 Power output Power supply output emergency stop.
Table 2: STO ½ port assignment

IMPORTANT
Both emergency stop signals must be present when the sequence controller is
switched on!
Im Auslieferungszustand sind die Kabelstecker 140979 als Dongle ausgeführt.

Cable
connector

Emergency
Stop
STO 1/STO 2

Illustration 5: Typical connection PLC – Relay

Cable
connector

Emergency
Stop
STO 1/STO 2
Illustration 6: Typical connection PLC

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Cable
connector

Emergency
Stop
STO 1/STO 2

Illustration 7: Typical connection Dongle

6.2.6 I/O ports

6.2.6.1 Power supply for the I/O ports
CAUTION
Each output may only be loaded with a maximum of 20 mA.
The total current for all ports may not exceed 70 mA when using the internal 24V
power supply.
Die Schnittstellen dürfen nicht unter Spannung ab- oder angesteckt werden.

CAUTION
Do not connect or disconnect the ports when voltage is switched on.
If this occurs, invalid signals may appear on the controller for a short time,
amongst other things.

6.2.6.2 PLC1 port

Name: GX2
Plug connection: D-Sub 25-pole socket

NOTE
Program selection via the IO interface is binary coded.
Input program selection 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Value 26=64 25=32 24=16 22=8 22=4 21=2 20=1

Example:
Input program selection 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Input assignment 1 0 0 1 1 0 1
Evaluation 64 + 0+ 0+ 8+ 4+ 0+ 1 = 77
This results in program number 77

Pin Name Type on AST12 Description

1 Program selection 0 Input Bit 0 of the program selection
2 Program selection 2 Input Bit 2 of the program selection
3 Program selection 4 Input Bit 4 of the program selection
4 Program selection 6 Input Bit 6 of the program selection
5 Screwdriving cycle active Output A screw assembly is currently active

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Pin Name Type on AST12 Description

6 Output 2 Output Output for use in the screwdriving program
7 Input 2 Input Input for use in the screwdriving program
8 Ready Output The system is ready for screwdriving
9 NOK Output The last screw assembly was NOK
10 Emergency stop active Output There is an emergency stop situation
Power supply for the fieldbus for
Power supply fieldbus Power supply
11 uninterrupted supply independent from the
communication port 24V input
ON/OFF switch (GS1) of the controller.
Power supply
12 Power supply 24V
input Input for external power supply of the
Power supply integrated I/O module of the AST12
13 Power supply GND
input
14 Program selection 1 Input Bit 1 of the program selection
15 Program selection 3 Input Bit 3 of the program selection
16 Program selection 5 Input Bit 5 of the program selection
17 System OK Output System is switched on
18 Output 1 Output Output for use in the screwdriving program
19 Input 1 Input Input for use in the screwdriving program
20 Start Input Start signal to start an assembly
21 OK Output Last screw assembly OK
22 External start release Input Input for external start release
Power supply for the fieldbus interface for
Power supply fieldbus Power supply
23 uninterrupted supply independent from the
communication port GND input
ON/OFF switch (GS1) of the controller.
Power supply
24 Power supply 24V Output for power supply of the integrated
output
I/O module of the AST12 via the internal
Power supply 24V supply of the AST12.
25 Power supply GND
output
Table 3: I/O port PLC1 assignment

IMPORTANT
Power supply To use inputs/outputs, the integrated I/O module of the AST12
24V input must be supplied with 24V DC.
24V DC is supplied via pins 12 and 13 on plug connection GX2
(port PLC1).
Power supply Internal 24V DC of the AST12. This output may be loaded with a
24V output maximum of 70 mA.

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6.2.6.3 PLC2 port (derzeit nicht verfügbar)

Name: GX3
Plug connection: D-Sub 15-pole connector
Pin Name Type on Description
AST12
1 SPS_OUT_0 Output
2 SPS_OUT_1 Output
3 SPS_OUT_2 Output
4 SPS_OUT_3 Output
5 SPS_OUT_4 Output
6 SPS_IN_5 Input
7 SPS_IN_6 Input
8 SPS_IN_7 Input
Power supply Input for external power supply of the integrated
9 Power supply 24V
Input I/O module of the AST12
10 SPS_IN_0 Input
11 SPS_IN_1 Input
12 SPS_IN_2 Input
13 SPS_IN_3 Input
14 SPS_IN_4 Input
Power supply Input for external power supply of the integrated
15 Power supply GND
Input I/O module of the AST12
Table 4: I/O port PLC2 assignment

IMPORTANT
Power supply 24V To use inputs/outputs the integrated I/O module of the AST12
input must be supplied with 24V DC.
24V DC is supplied via pins 9 and 15 on plug connection GX3
(port PLC2).

6.2.6.4 Part feeder

Name: GX9
Plug connection: M9 3-pole socket
Pin Name Type on AST12 Description
1 Power supply 24V Power supply input 24V for output reload
2 Reload Output Output for reload signal
3 - Not used
Table 5: Part feeder port assignment

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6.2.6.5 F control (currently not available)

Name: GX10
Plug connection: M9 5-pole socket
Pin Name Type on AST12 Description
1 Power supply GND Power supply output Output for power supply of part lock and
2 Power supply 24V Power supply output part sensor
Output Lock a workpiece, e.g. with a locking
3 Part lock
cylinder
4 Part sensor Input Presence of a workpiece
5 - Not used
Table 6: F control port assignment

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6.2.7 External STOP (digital/analog)

Name: GX13
Plug connection: M9 7-pole socket
Pin Name Type on AST12 Description
Input for external power supply of AST12
1 Power supply 24V Power supply input
measurement input
2 Measurement input + Input Input for the measurement signal, 0 –
3 Measurement input - Input max. 28V
4 Power supply GND Power supply input Input for external power supply of AST12
5 Power supply GND Power supply input measurement input
6 - Not used
7 - Not used
Table 7: External STOP (digital/analog) port assignment

Cable
connector

Illustration 8: Typical connection Anschluss Analog

Cable
connector

Illustration 9: Typical connection Anschluss Digital

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6.2.8 Toolbus (currently not available)

Name: GX12
Plug connection: M9 8-pole socket

6.2.9 Fieldbus systems

6.2.9.1 Profibus (optional)
Name: GX4
Plug connection: D-Sub 9-pole socket
Pin Name Type on AST12 Description
1 -- not used
2 -- not used
3 RX/TX-P Input/output Send/receive data; data strand B
4 PB_RTS Output
5 PB-GND Power supply Mass
6 PB-5V input Power supply +5V
7 -- not used
8 RX/TX-N Input/output Send/receive; data strand A
9 -- not used
Table 8: Profibus port assignment

6.2.9.2 Industrial Ethernet (optional)

Name: GX6
Plug connection: RJ45

6.2.10 Printer
Name: GX11
Plug connection: M9 5-pole plug
Pin Name Type on AST12 Description
1 - not used
2 TX Output
3 RX Input
4 - not used
5 GND Power supply output
Table 9: Printer port assignment
Port setting:
115200 baud - 8 data bits - 1 stop bit – no parity bit – no hardware flow control

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6.2.11 Scanner
Name: GX5
Plug connection: D-Sub 9-pole socket
Pin Name Type on AST12 Description
1 - not used
Not used
2 TX Must be left unconnected!
3 RX Input
4 - not used
5 GND Power supply output
6 - not used
7 - not used
8 - not used
9 - not used
Table 10: Scanner port assignment

IMPORTANT
A connection cable is needed to use a barcode scanner (see 19.2.3 Barcode
scanner).

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7 Operation
7.1 Dimensional Drawing

Illustration 10: Dimensional drawing AST12-1

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Illustration 11: Dimensional drawing AST12-2

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7.2 Assembly
WARNING
Risk of death from electric shock!
Switch the sequence controller AST12 off at the ON/OFF switch and pull out the
plug before connecting the EC screwdriver!
Commissioning may only be undertaken by trained personnel.

CAUTION
Injuries from electricity or damages to device
Before connecting power, check the configuration of the sequence controller AST12
with the in-house power supply (see 22 Technical data).

Connect the EC screwdriver using the motor cable

(GX1 port) and turn the plug to secure it.

OPTIONAL
Connect the cable for the External STOP (GX13
port).

OPTIONAL
Connect the components for the F control (GX10
port).

OPTIONAL
Connect the components for the feed system (Part
feeder) (GX9 port).

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Connect the both supplied bridged connector

140979 to STO1 and STO2 (GX8 and GX7 port).
When using external 24 V supply, remove the solder
bridge and connect as per port description in section
6.2.5 Emergency stop STO 1/STO 2.

Connect the cable to the Ethernet connection (GX16

port).

OPTIONAL
Connect the I/O port PLC2 (GX3 port) and secure
with the fixing screws.

OPTIONAL
Connect the I/O port PLC1 (GX2 port) and secure
with the fixing screws.

Connect the sequence controller to the power

supply (GX17 port) using the power supply unit.

Switch the sequence controller AST12 on at the

ON/OFF switch (GS1).

Further information about the ports can be found under 6.1.2 Rear view and
6.2 Interface Description.

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CAUTION
Damage to the device from overheating!
Make sure that the device is sufficiently ventilated.
Do not operate the sequence controller AST12 on its side and make sure that
the air vents on the rear of the device are not blocked.

CAUTION
Observe the minimum bend radius of the motor cable.
Non-observance may lead to damages!
In constant movement:
Minimum bend radius 110 mm
For single bend:
Minimum bend radius 55 mm
Make sure that there is no mechanical load on the cable during operation.
In addition, make sure that the motor cable is firmly attached to the sequence
controller and EC screwdriver to maintain a secure connection.

ATTENTION
Functional safety
Please observe the functional safety notes in the operating
instruction of the used screwdriver.

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7.3 Operation of the sequence controller AST12

After switching on the sequence controller AST12, the processing display appears.
The MINIMAT-EC screwdriver is controlled via the I/O port PLC1. If the optional fieldbus module
has been integrated, the screwdriver can be controlled either via the fieldbus module or the I/O
port. . When using a MINIMAT-EC handheld screwdriver, the AST12 can also be controlled via the
display and the MINIMAT-EC handheld screwdriver used. The options for selection are found in
the menu (see 11 Settings).
A start signal is needed to start screw assembly. It is started by the program set in program
selection.

IMPORTANT
Only programs 1 – 127 can be selected using the I/O port.

7.4 Instructions for programming the sequence controller

When initially setting up the controller some basic settings need to be carried out and screwdriving
programs created.
Screwdriving programs can be created and adjusted using the controller’s web interface. See
10.7.4 Screwdriving sequence. Creation of standard programs and parameter changes to
screwdriving programs can be carried out directly on the sequence controller AST12.
Adjustments to the controller settings can be carried out both on the web interface and to a certain
extent directly on the sequence controller AST12.

7.5 Connection to a higher-level controller

7.5.1 General
Connection to a higher-level controller can be carried out either via the integrated I/O port or via
the fieldbus module.
There are two hardware modules available for the AST12 fieldbus connection:
• RS485 based
• Industrial Ethernet

For the RS485 based fieldbus port, the following protocol is supported:
• Profibus

For Industrial Ethernet the following protocols are supported:

• Ethercat
• Profinet
• Ethernet-IP

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7.5.2 Signal sequence of a screw cycle

NOTE
Program selection via the IO interface is binary coded.
Input program selection 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Value 26=64 25=32 24=16 22=8 22=4 21=2 20=1

Example:
Input program selection 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Input assignment 1 0 0 1 1 0 1
Evaluation 64 + 0+ 0+ 8+ 4+ 0+ 1 = 77
This results in program number 77

The signal sequence is not dependent on the method of control.

Basic requirements:
- Program code present (can remain present, is only evaluated when start signal is
present)

Communication:
1. Inquiry from output Ready, signal at HIGH? Controller is ready for screwdriving.
2. Give signal HIGH to input Program start
3. Inquiry from output Ready, signal at LOW? Screw assembly has started.
4. Inquiry of the outputs OK and NOK, is one of the signals at HIGH? Screw assembly has
ended.
5. Signal LOW at input program start, if necessary, change bit template for program code
6. Wait at output Ready, signal at HIGH? Controller is ready for screwdriving again.
7. Proceed from the beginning again – new screw cycle

When the program starts the Ready signal as well as OK/NOK are set to LOW. The following HIGH
signal from OK or NOK signals the end of the screw cycle.

Illustration 12: Signal sequence

IMPORTANT
The start signal must be at least 150 ms at LOW between two assemblies.

IMPORTANT
Signals to execute commands, for example acknowledgement of pending system
errors, must be present for at least 250 ms.

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7.5.3 Connection to a higher-level controller via fieldbus (optional)

7.5.3.1 Data structures
7.5.3.1.1 Input data range
Start address: 1000
Size: 224 bytes
Length
Byte Bit no. / [Byte]
Data range Name
no. data type
94
Heartbeat [0] .0 1
Data retrieved [0] .1
Lock display [0] .2
Lock website [0] .3
Communication PLC
Acknowledge error [0] .4
Reset barcode [0] .5
Reserve_3 [0] .6
Reserve_4 [0] .7
START [1] .0 1
Ext. start release [1] .1
Reserve_1 [1] .2
Reserve_2 [1] .3
Input range
Reserve_3 [1] .4
Reserve_4 [1] .5
Reserve_5 [1] .6
Reserve_6 [1] .7
Program selection Program number [2] 2
Integer
Possible values: 1 - 1000
Reserve [4] 60
Customer information Remark [64] String 30
Table 11: Scanner port assignment

7.5.3.1.2 Output data range

Start address: 2000
Size: 224 bytes
Length
Byte Bit no. / [Byte]
Data range Name
no. data type
220
Internal Use Reserved for internal use [0] Byte 4
Port version Version [4] Integer 2
Communication PLC Data present [6] .0 1
Heartbeat [6] .1
Lock display [6] .2
Lock website [6] .3
Reserve_1 [6] .4
Reserve_2 [6] .5
Reserve_3 [6] .6
Reserve_4 [6] .7
Output range ZYK_AKTIV [7] .0 1

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Length
Byte Bit no. / [Byte]
Data range Name
no. data type
220
Reserve_1 [7] .1
READY [7] .2
NOK [7] .3
STO_active [7] .4
SYS_OK [7] .5
Reserve_2 [7] .6
IO [7] .7
System status Error type [8] Integer 1
Error group [9] Integer 1
Error number [10] Integer 2
Reserve Reserve [12] 38
Screwdriver status Start signal [50] .0 1
Reversal [50] .1
Reserve_1 [50] .2
Reserve_2 [50] .3
Reserve_3 [50] .4
Reserve_4 [50] .5
Reserve_5 [50] .6
Reserve_6 [50] .7
Reserve [51] -- 1
Mirroring I/O port inputs Start [52] .0 4
External start release [52] .1
Reserve_1 [52] .2
Reserve_2 [52] .3
Input 1 [52] .4
Input 2 [52] .5
Reserve_3 [52] .6
Reserve_4 [52] .7
Reserve_1 [53] .0
Reserve_2 [53] .1
Reserve_3 [53] .2
Reserve_4 [53] .3
Reserve_5 [53] .4
Reserve_6 [53] .5
Reserve_7 [53] .6
Reserve_8 [53] .7
Program selection Bit0 [54] .0
Program selection Bit1 [54] .1
Program selection Bit2 [54] .2
Program selection Bit3 [54] .3
Program selection Bit4 [54] .4
Program selection Bit5 [54] .5
Program selection Bit6 [54] .6
Reserve [54] .7

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Length
Byte Bit no. / [Byte]
Data range Name
no. data type
220
Part sensor [55] .0
Reserve_1 [55] .1
Reserve_2 [55] .2
Reserve_3 [55] .3
Reserve_4 [55] .4
Reserve_5 [55] .5
Reserve_6 [55] .6
Reserve_7 [55] .7
External stop analog [56] Float 4
Mirroring I/O port outputs Screw cycle active [60] .0 2
Output 2 [60] .1
Ready [60] .2
NOK [60] .3
Emergency stop active [60] .4
System OK [60] .5
Output 1 [60] .6
OK [60] .7
Part lock [61] .0
Reload [61] .1
Reserve_1 [61] .2
Reserve_2 [61] .3
Reserve_3 [61] .4
Reserve_4 [61] .5
Reserve_5 [61] .6
Reserve_6 [61] .7
Reserve Reserve [62] Integer 2
End values fd_Prog [64] Integer 2
fd_Status [66] Integer 2
fd_Time [68] Float 4
fd_Step1 [72] Integer 4
fd_minTorque1 [76] Float 4
fd_tarTorque1 [80] Float 4
fd_maxTorque1 [84] Float 4
fd_Torque1 [88] Float 4
fd_minAngle1 [92] Float 4
fd_tarAngle1 [96] Float 4
fd_maxAngle1 [100] Float 4
fd_Angle1 [104] Float 4
fd_Step2 [108] Integer 4
fd_minTorque2 [112] Float 4
fd_tarTorque2 [116] Float 4
fd_maxTorque2 [120] Float 4
fd_Torque2 [124] Float 4
fd_minAngle2 [128] Float 4

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Length
Byte Bit no. / [Byte]
Data range Name
no. data type
220
fd_tarAngle2 [132] Float 4
fd_maxAngle2 [136] Float 4
fd_Angle2 [140] Float 4
fd_Step3 [144] Integer 4
fd_minTorque3 [148] Float 4
fd_tarTorque3 [152] Float 4
fd_maxTorque3 [156] Float 4
fd_Torque3 [160] Float 4
fd_minAngle3 [164] Float 4
fd_tarAngle3 [168] Float 4
fd_maxAngle3 [172] Float 4
fd_Angle3 [176] Float 4
fd_StepNOk [180] Integer 4
fd_minTorqueNOk [184] Float 4
fd_tarTorqueNOk [188] Float 4
fd_maxTorqueNOk [192] Float 4
fd_TorqueNOk [196] Float 4
fd_minAngleNOk [200] Float 4
fd_tarAngleNOk [204] Float 4
fd_maxAngleNOk [208] Float 4
fd_AngleNOk [212] Float 4
fd_TorqueUnit [216] Integer 2
Table 12: Scanner port assignment

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8 User
Up to 20 users can be managed on the AST12.
The settings for user administration can be found in the system settings.
They are categorised into the following user groups:
User group Short description
1 Operator
2 Supervisor
3 Expert

Only users in the Expert user group can create users.

The different user groups have different access permissions to the parameters in the setting
menus. The access permissions are as follows:

 User can edit

 User can view
x User cannot view

IMPORTANT
On delivery, only the user “admin” in the user group “Expert” has been created
and is active:
Password: 0000

Only one user can logged on to the display and website (per browser session). If no activities have
been detected on the display within a certain time period (adjustable from three minutes up to one
hour), the user currently logged on is logged off. There is then no user logged on. Automatic log off
can be deactivated by users from the Expert group, e.g. “admin”.

8.1 Display
If a user is logged on, changes can be made and diagnostics can be run.
If no user is logged on, only the processing display can be used (if activated).

8.2 Web interface

To operate the web interface a user is always required.

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9 Operation via integrated touch display

NOTE
To select operating elements you can use the touch pen from the accessories or a
similar object as long as it does not damage the surface of the display
(see 19.2.5 Touch pen).

NOTE
If the website is active in the display during operation, changes will only be shown
on the display after refreshing the website page.

9.1 Operating elements

9.1.1 Buttons
The touch display has various operating areas:
Display field Display fields are used to display values. The fields have a light-grey
background.
Entry field Entry fields are used to enter values. The fields have a white background.
Buttons Buttons are used to access menus and perform actions. They have a black
border.
The buttons for the start screen, the menu and login in buttons are found at the bottom of the
display (see 9.2 Process display).

button

display field

entry field

Illustration 13: Button types

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9.1.2 Selection between several alternatives

There are often several alternatives to select from, e.g. for language or torque unit. In this case, all
alternatives are displayed with their own button option. The currently selected option has a darker
background.

Illustration 14: Selection between several alternatives

9.1.3 Text and number entry
Number entry is needed for the selection of a sequence, entry of screwdriving times, setting of date
and time and much more.
Click on a number entry field to open the numeric keypad which can be used to enter digits.
Depending on the type of entry required, numbers with decimal points and decimal places can be
entered.
Text entry is required, for example for program names. Click on a text entry field to open the
keypad which can be used to enter letters, numbers, hyphens and spaces.

Illustration 15: Numeric keypad for Illustration 16: Keypad for text entry
number entry

IMPORTANT
If the maximum number of characters has been reached no further characters
can be entered.

Click on the button to delete the last character.

End character entry by clicking on the button . The keypad is closed and the value entered is
applied. Click on the button to close the keypad and keep the original value.

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9.2 Process display

There are different versions of the process display. These can be selected via the system settings.
Version 1:

Illustration 17: Process display, version 1

In the top line, the number and name of the active program is displayed.
In the upper right-hand corner, the ready signal is displayed. The circle is blue when the sequence
controller AST12 is ready. The circle is grey when the sequence controller AST12 is not ready.

In the second line, the date, time and duration of the last assembly is displayed.

Below this, the status of the last screw assembly is displayed. The status field is green if the
assembly was error free. The status field is red if the assembly ended with errors. In this case, a
help text is provided which gives a description of the error. To display this text, click on the display
field with the error message or the button .

In the sections, Step, Torque and Angle, the results of the last assembly are displayed.

In the bottom left-hand corner a button is displayed which triggers the reload signal when you
press it (if reload via display is active).

Version 2:

Illustration 18: Process display, version 2

In the upper line the number and name of the active program is displayed.

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In the upper right-hand corner, the ready signal is displayed. The circle is blue when the sequence
controller AST12 is ready. The circle is grey when the sequence controller AST12 is not ready
The results of the last screw assembly fill the display. The background is green if the assembly
was error free. The background is red if the assembly ended with errors. In this case, a help text is
provided which gives a description of the error. To display this text, click on the button .

In the bottom left-hand corner a button is displayed which triggers the reload signal when you
press it (if reload via display is active).
Version 3:

Illustration 19: Process display, version 3

This version is specifically designed for the display of sequences when using the process control.

9.3 Menu description

9.3.1 Overview
The main menu can be accessed via the button at the bottom right-hand side of the display.

Illustration 20: Main menu

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A user must be logged on to adjust settings or perform action in the menu which can interrupt
automatic mode. If no user is logged on, no settings can be adjusted.

IMPORTANT
Selection of the following submenu causes interruption of the automatic mode:

ServiceTest
 Controller
 I/O port
 Fieldbus port (if present)
 Screwdriver
 Angle test
 Speed test

Please set up users correctly to ensure that only authorised persons can perform
changes.

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9.3.2 Log in
Users login using the login button at the bottom right-hand side of the display. The button is
however locked if no written editing is allowed via the fieldbus port.

Illustration 21: User login

To log in, enter your user name and the relevant password for your user account. Once the
password has been entered correctly click on “Login”. After successful login the process display
appears and the menu is accessible. Click again on the login button to log off. If a user is
logged on, and then editing is locked via the fieldbus, the user is logged off and the process display
is opened.

IMPORTANT
If no user is logged on to the controller, the menu button is highlighted grey. In
this case there is no access to the menu. A log in is required to access the
menu.

9.3.3 Screwdriving sequence menu

In the screwdriving sequence menu you can
1. Create standard programs
2. Change parameters of existing screwdriving programs
3. Activate/deactivate angle supervision
4. Change the trigger signal type for fastening/loosening to external stop signal
5. Change the method for resetting the output in the command “Set output”
If you want to add more steps or create other screwdriving programs you need to use the web
interface (see also 10.7.4 Screwdriving sequence).
First, select the number of the program for which you want to display the parameters or create a
standard program. Either directly enter in the program number or use the buttons and .
If there is no program already available, you can create a standard program. Select the required
screwdriving program. It is then created by the sequence controller AST12.

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Illustration 22: Create standard program

Click on the arrows or , to create the standard program “Loosen to angle”.

Illustration 23: Change screwdriving sequence

To change the program name, click on the entry field to the right of “Program”. You can change the
name using the keypad which appears.
To change the parameters, click on the number you want to change. You can change the value
using the number pad which appears.

Click on the arrows or , to display more parameters for this program step.
Click on the buttons and , to display more program steps or directly enter in the step number.

Click on , to save the screwdriving program.

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9.3.4 Process data menu

Illustration 24: Process data menu

9.3.4.1 Graphic data

In the menu item graphic data, the graphic for the last screw assembly can be displayed.

Illustration 25: Curve display

The curve displays the program number, program name and status of the last screw assembly.
The display refreshes automatically as soon as new values are available, i.e. after the next screw
assembly.
The torque and angle curves display the results of the last screw assembly.

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9.3.5 System info menu

Illustration 26: System info menu

In the system info menu, data and status reports relating to the controller and screwdriver can be
retrieved.
9.3.5.1 Controller data
In the submenu controller data, important information relating to the system is displayed. For
example, the device name and serial number and the software versions of the sequence controller
AST12 (main controller, display etc.).

Illustration 27: Controller data

Use the buttons or to move to the next page. Amongst other things, the network
settings and the MAC address are displayed.
If your sequence controller AST12 has an integrated Fieldbus module, then the serial number and
version of the Fieldbus interface used will also be displayed.

9.3.5.2 Screwdriver data

In the submenu screwdriver data, information relating to the screwdriver connected is displayed.
Amongst other things, the screwdriver type and serial number are displayed.

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Illustration 28: Screwdriver data

Use the buttons or to move to the next page.

Here the technical data relating to the MINIMAT–EC screwdriver is displayed such as torque or
speed limits.

9.3.5.3 Controller state

In the submenu controller state, the current operating voltage and temperature of the controller can
be monitored. Click on the refresh button to refresh the display.

Illustration 29: System status

9.3.5.4 Screwdriver status

In the submenu screwdriver status, information relating to the screwdriver is found. For example,
the number of screw cycles already completed, characteristic load values, acceleration and
temperature. Click on the refresh button to refresh the display.

Use the buttons or to move to the next page.

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Illustration 30: Screwdriver status

9.3.6 Settings menu

Illustration 31: Settings

In the menu section Settings, all settings for the sequence controller AST12, the Fieldbus module
and the MINIMAT-EC screwdriver can be set. A few settings, such as the print text or configuration
of the end value data sets, can only be carried out via the web interface.

9.3.6.1 General
A comprehensive overview of adjustable parameters as well as access rights can be found in
chapter 11.1.1 General parameters.
On the first page of the General settings you will find the device name and the serial number. Here
you can give your sequence controller AST12 its own individual name. The serial number cannot
be changed. To change the name, click on the entry field and enter a new name using the keypad.

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Illustration 32: Settings -> General, Device name

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.
On the second page you can set the language on the sequence controller AST12. To change the
language, select the required language by clicking on the corresponding flag.

Illustration 33: Settings -> General, language

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.
On the third page you can select the unit of mass for the torque by clicking on the required unit.

Illustration 34: Settings -> General, Torque unit

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Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.
On the next page you can set when a signal tone should sound.

Illustration 35: Settings -> General, Signal tone

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.
On the next page you can select the process display version.

Illustration 36: Settings -> General, Process display

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.
On the sixth page you can set the main direction and speed reduction.

Illustration 37: Settings -> General, Main direction and Speed reduction

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Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.
On the next page you can set the start type. The selection available depends whether the
sequence controller AST12 has an integrated Fieldbus module and which type of MINIMAT-EC
screwdriver is connected.

Illustration 38: Settings -> General, Start type

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.

On the following page you can set the program selection method to be used.

Illustration 39: Settings -> General, Program selection

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.

If a handheld screwdriver is connected to the sequence controller AST12, on the ninth page you
can set whether there is an external start release. If the external start release is active, you can
select the source, i.e. which method is used to set the start release signal.

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Illustration 40: Settings -> General, external start release

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.

If a handheld screwdriver is connected to the sequence controller AST12, on the tenth page you
can set which screwdriving program should be started via the buttons on the MINIMAT-EC
screwdriver. This setting is only evaluated if the type of program selection (see Illustration 39:
Settings -> General, Program selection) is the handheld screwdriver. Furthermore, the duration of
the delay interrupt can be set in milliseconds, if the connected MINIMAT-EC screwdriver is a push-
to-start handheld screwdriver.

Illustration 41: Settings -> General, Program selection handtool

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.

If a handheld screwdriver is connected to the sequence controller AST12, on the eleventh page
you can set the duration of the reload signal and whether the reload signal can be provided
manually using a button on the display.

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Illustration 42: Settings -> General, Reload

If reload via display is active, then a reload button is displayed in the bottom left-hand corner of the
process display.

Illustration 43: Reload via display

Click on the button , to reach the next settings page, or on , to return to the previous
settings page.

On the last page you can set the standard (default) values (see 11.2.1 Standard values general).

Illustration 44: Settings -> General, Standard values

Zur Übernahme der geänderten Einstellungen tippen Sie auf die Sichern-Taste .

9.3.6.2 Date/time
In the date/time menu, the current date and time can be set. Enter the values into the entry field
using the keypad and save the settings by clicking the save button .

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Illustration 45: Settings, date/time

9.3.6.3 Documentation
Here the numbers of curves to be saved on the controller can be determined.

Illustration 46: Numbers of curves

9.3.6.4 Analog sensor

In the analog sensor menu, the characteristic value, offset and measurement range of the sensor

can be adjusted. Alternatively, click on the button to teach the analog

sensor.

Illustration 47: Analog sensor

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Illustration 48: Teach analog sensor

To teach the sensor, proceed as follows:

1. Run to sensor zero point, then set zero point .

2. Run to sensor end point, then set end point .

3. Enter sensor path taken in mm.
On the left-hand side the measurement values are shown. To accept these settings click on the
save button .

To cancel the action and discard the values, click on the button . You can then reteach the
sensor. Repeat the steps 1-3 and then save your measurement points.

9.3.6.5 Screwdriver
In the screwdriver menu, the settings for the screwdriver can be adjusted.

Illustration 49: Settings screwdriver

A comprehensive overview of adjustable parameters can be found in chapter 11.1.1.9 Parameter

MINIMAT-EC screwdriver parameters.

9.3.6.6 Network
In the network menu, settings relating to the network can be adjusted. To change the network
settings, click on the individual entry fields. Enter the address via the number pad.

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Illustration 50: Settings network

A comprehensive overview of adjustable parameters can be found in chapter 11.1.1.2 Network

parameters.

9.3.6.7 Fieldbus
In the fieldbus menu, setting relating to the fieldbus port can be adjusted. On the first page you can
see which Fieldbus module the sequence controller AST12 has.

Illustration 51: Settings fieldbus

If the sequence controller AST12 has an integrated Fieldbus module, you can select the protocol
on the second page

Illustration 52: Settings Fieldbus Protocol

Depending on the protocol selected, further parameter setting pages are displayed.

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EtherCAT does not have any more setting options.

For EtherNet/IP on the third page you can set whether DHCP or BootP should be active.

Illustration 53: Settings Fieldbus EtherNet/IP - 1

The network settings for EtherNet/IP are on the next page.

Illustration 54: Settings Fieldbus EtherNet/IP - 2

For Profinet, on the third page, the station name can be set.

Illustration 55: Settings Fieldbus Profinet - 1

On the next page you will find the network settings for Profinet.

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Illustration 56: Settings Fieldbus Profinet - 2

On the last page the standard values (see 11.2.1.5 Standard values fieldbus) for the selected
Fieldbus protocol can be set.

A comprehensive overview of adjustable parameters can be found in chapter 11.1.1.5 Fieldbus

parameters.

9.3.6.8 User management

The sequence controller AST12 has a user management section. Each user must be allocated to a
user group. Each user group has different permissions. For example, the users of the Operator
group are not authorised to edit screwdriving programs. A list and description of the user groups
can be found in menu item 8 User.

If you are a user of the Operator and Supervisor groups you can only change your password.
Select the subitem “Change password” in the menu section Settings.

Illustration 57: Change password for users of the Operator and Supervisor groups

On the first page the user names and user groups, as well as the time until automatic log out are
displayed.

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Illustration 58: Display user data for users of the Operator and Supervisor groups

You can move to the second page using the buttons or .

Illustration 59: Change password for users of the Operator and Supervisor groups

Enter your new password in the password field and then re-enter your new password again for
verification.
Click on , to save the new password.
If you are a user of the Expert group, you can change your own user data as well as the data of all
other users. Select the subitem “User management” in the menu section Settings.

Illustration 60: User management for users of the Expert group

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Change a user:

First, select a user name using the buttons or and then click on “Change”.

Illustration 61: Display the user data

On the first page you can change the user name and the time until automatic log out on the
display.

Click on the button to move to the next page.

Illustration 62: Change password

Enter the new password for the selected user in the password field and then re-enter the password
again for verification.
Click on the button to move to the third page.

Illustration 63: User settings

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On this page, the status and user group of the selected user can be changed. If the status is set to
“inactive”, the user can no longer log into the display or web interface.

Click on , to save the changed user data.

Delete a user:

First select the user name via the buttons or and then click on “Delete”. Answer the
following security question with “yes”. The user data is deleted.
Create a new user:
Click on “New”.

Illustration 64: Create new user

Enter the name for the new user. The time until automatic log out on display is preset to three
minutes.
Click on the button to move to the second page.

Illustration 65: Issue password for new user

Enter the password for the new user into the password field and re-enter the password again for
verification.
Click on the button to move to the third page.

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Illustration 66: User settings for new users

On this page you can set the status and user group for the new user. If the status is set to
“inactive” the user cannot log into the display or web interface. The user group is preset to “Expert“.

Click on , to save the new user.

9.3.7 Service menu

Illustration 67: Service

In the service menu, tests can be carried out or a system backup created.

9.3.7.1 System image

In the System image menu a complete system image of the AST12 can be created.
The system image can help to quickly and reliably diagnose an AST12 error if a fault occurs.

Illustration 68: System image

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The system image contains general information about the AST12 system.
In addition, the following data can also be added:
 Screwdriving programs
 Screwdriving results
 Curves

IMPORTANT
It is highly recommended that all available data is included in the system image.

To create a system image, proceed as follows:

1. Insert a USB stick. The USB stick must be formatted with FAT32.

2. Click on .
3. Wait until you can see that the system image has been copied onto the USB stick.
4. Remove the USB stick and send it to your technical representative or directly to
DEPRAG SCHULZ GMBH u. CO.

9.3.7.2 Test
9.3.7.2.1 Controller
9.3.7.2.1.1 I/O port
In the I/O port menu, all inputs and outputs relating to the ports PLC1 (GX2) and PLC2 (GX3) of
the sequence controller AST12 can be checked. A comprehensive interface description can be
found in chapter 6.2.6 I/O ports.
Here the current values of the analog sensor can also be checked.

NOTE
When starting the test all inputs and outputs are reset. Once the test is over the
original status of the inputs/outputs is restored.

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Check the inputs:

When a signal is present at an input, the display for the relevant input is highlighted.
Inputs which have a signal present are marked yellow (see “Program selection 1” in the
Illustration 70: I/O port inputs program selection), all others are grey.
Check the outputs:
Outputs can be switched on using the button next to the name. Click again on the button to switch
the output off again.
The output buttons which have a signal present are highlighted grey (see “OK” in the
Illustration 71: I/O port outputs), all other buttons are white.

Illustration 69: I/O port inputs

All inputs, except the part sensor, can be found on the port PLC1 (GX2). The part sensor is found
on the port F-control (GX10).
Name Pin Port Description
Start 20 GX2 Start signal to start a screw assembly
External start
22 GX2 Input for the external start release
release
Input 1 19 GX2 Input 1 for use in the screwdriving program
Input 2 7 GX2 Input 2 for use in the screwdriving program
Part sensor 35 GX10 Presense of a workpiece
Table 13: Diagnose I/O port, inputs (page 1)

Illustration 70: I/O port inputs program selection

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All inputs can be found on the port PLC1 (GX2).

Name Pin Port Description

Program selection 0 1 GX2
Program selection 1 14 GX2
Program selection 2 2 GX2
Program selection 3 15 GX2 Selection of screwdriving programs 1 - 120
Program selection 4 3 GX2
Program selection 5 16 GX2
Program selection 6 4 GX2
Table 14: Diagnose I/O port, inputs program selection (page 2)

Illustration 71: I/O port outputs

All outputs, except reload and part fixture can be found on the port PLC1 (GX2). Reload is on the
port Part Feeder (GX9). The part fixture is on the port F-control (GX10).
Name Pin Port Description
System OK 17 GX2 System is switched on
Ready 8 GX2 System is ready for assembly
Screwdriving cycle
5 GX2 An assembly is currently underway
active
Emergency stop
10 GX2 There is an emergency stop situation
active
IO 21 GX2 The last assembly was error free
NOT OK 9 GX2 The last assembly had errors
Output 1 18 GX2 Output 1 for use in the screwdriving program
Output 2 6 GX2 Output 2 for use in the screwdriving program
Reload 4 GX9 Output for reload signal
Part fixture 3 GX10 For part locking
Table 15: Diagnose I/O port, outputs (page 3)

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Illustration 72: I/O port analog sensor

The analog sensor is on the port GX13. Here the current voltage and current sensor path are
displayed.

9.3.7.2.1.2 Fieldbus interface (optional)

In the fieldbus interface menu, all inputs and outputs as well as the communication status of the
fieldbus can be checked:
Program selection and remarks are also visible.

HINWEIS
Beim Starten des Tests werden alle Ein- und Ausgänge zurückgesetzt. Nach dem
Beenden des Tests wird der ursprüngliche Zustand der Ein-/Ausgänge wieder
hergestellt.

Check the inputs:

When a signal is present at an input, the display for that input is highlighted.
Inputs which have a signal present are highlighted yellow, all other inputs are grey.
Check the outputs:
Outputs can be switched on using the button to the left of the name. Click again on the button to
switch the output off again.
The output buttons which have a signal present are highlighted grey, all other buttons are white.

Illustration 73: Fieldbus inputs/outputs

All inputs are described in the section 7.5.3.1.1 Input data range (byte 0), all outputs are described
in the section 7.5.3.1.2 Output data range (byte 6).

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Illustration 74: Fieldbus: Inputs

The inputs are described in section 7.5.3.1.1 Input data range (byte 1).

Illustration 75: Fieldbus: Program selection and remark

The program selection corresponds with byte 4 and remark corresponds with byte 64 in the section
7.5.3.1.1 Input data range.

Illustration 76: Fieldbus: Outputs

The outputs are described in section 7.5.3.1.2 Output data range (byte 7).

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Illustration 77: Fieldbus: Status (communications flags)

On the last page, the current status of the Fieldbus interface can be checked.

9.3.7.2.2 Screwdriver
9.3.7.2.2.1 Angle test
The angle test is used to check the angle measurement of the MINIMAT–EC screwdriver.
Turn the drive of the MINIMAT-EC screwdriver to a certain angle. The current angle is read out.

Illustration 78: Angle test

Click on the button to reset the value to 0.

9.3.7.2.2.2 Speed test

The speed target value within the permissible speed range can be set in the speed test (see
chapter 9.3.5.2 Screwdriver data).

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Illustration 79: Target value and current value of the speed test

Once the target value has been entered, start the test using the start button . In the field
“current value” the currently measured speed is shown in real time. When you want to end the
speed test again, click on the stop button . The test is ended and can be started again from
the beginning.

9.3.7.2.2.3 Function test (only for handheld screwdrivers)

In the function test menu, the inputs and outputs of the screwdriver can be monitored and tested.
Test the inputs:
Inputs, where there is a signal pending, are shown yellow, all other inputs are grey.
Test the outputs:
Outputs can be switched on via the button to the left of the name. Click again on the button to
switch the output off again.
The output buttons, where there is a signal pending, are shown grey, all other buttons are white.

Illustration 80: Screwdriver inputs/outputs

9.3.8 Maintenance menu

Not currently available.

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10 Operation via web interface

10.1 Requirements
10.1.1 Hardware
The web interface runs on any commercially available tablet, PC or laptop with network card or
WLAN card.
10.1.2 Software
The web interface can be used on any standard operating system, such as MS Windows, Linux,
OS X ..., and it functions with the following current browsers:
Kategorie Version
Microsoft Edge All versions
Google Chrome All versions
Mozilla Firefox Version 60 and higher

IMPORTANT
Due to security reasons Internet Explorer 11 is not supported. We recommend
updating to a new version.

10.1.3 Connection to sequence controller AST12

The computer on which the web interface runs can either be directly connected to the sequence
controller AST12 or via a common network.
For direct connection either a crossed cable or uncrossed cable can be used; the sequence
controller AST12 automatically detects this and adjusts the connection correspondingly. For direct
connection, your system administrator should set up approval of the ports 80(http), 443 (https) and
8081.

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10.2 Preparation for use of web interface

To use the web interface, the sequence controller AST12 and browser must be set up so that a
TCP/IP connection can be established between these both and data exchange is approved.
10.2.1.1 Set-up of the sequence controller AST12
A fixed IP address must be set up on the sequence controller AST12 (see 11 Settings and manual
"Quick start guide"). This must be allocated by the administrator of your local network. On delivery
the following values are set:
IP address main controller: 10.10.25.100
Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
Gateway: 10.10.0.1
10.2.1.2 Set-up of the browser/operating system
The browser must have free access to the sequence controller AST12, i.e.
- The IP address of the sequence controller AST12 must be accessible.
- The HTTP and HTTPS protocols should not be deactivated
- A potential proxy for the IP address of the sequence controller AST12 (or local address in
general) must be deactivated.
Furthermore, the browser must accept cookies from the sequence controller AST12 and JavaScript
must be activated. If in doubt, contact your IT representative.

10.3 Lock editing

The web interface can be locked via the field bus. As long as this is activ, no more changes can be
made to the sequence controller via the web interface. This affects, for example, the screwdriving
programmes and all settings, regardless of which user is currently logged in. Attempting to make a
change will then result in an error message.
The display of information is still possible.
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10.4 Menu structure

The individual menu items are structured as follows.
Dashboard

Screwdriving sequence

Process data Process visualisation

Final values

Graphic data

System info System messages

Tool data

Tool state

Controller data

Controller state

Licences

DEPRAG Apps DEPRAG Software

Tightening process

Software updates

Extensions

Industry 4.0 Connections

Fieldbus interfaces

Settings General Controller

Screwdriving sequence

Documentation

Update

Date and time

Network

Continues on next page ￫

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User administration

Security

Industry 4.0 REST

FTP

MQTT

Fieldbus

Barcode scanner

Tool

Service System backup Create system backup

Existing system backups

Backup copy Create backup copy

Restore backup copy

Existing backup copies

Manuals

User profile My profile Change password

Change API token

Log off
Illustration 81: Web interface menu structure

The blue text indicates which menu item is currently open. On some pages a submenu is shown on
the left-hand side. Here the open menu item is also displayed in blue.

Illustration 82: Opened menu item example: Screwdriving sequence

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10.5 General set-up

10.5.1 Tables
On many pages the data is displayed in tables.
The tables have the following function options as standard:
- Sort
- Filter
- Navigation

10.5.1.1 Sort
Click with the mouse on the column which you want to sort. If the column has not yet been sorted
the data is shown in ascending order. If you click on a column which has already been sorted, the
data will be shown in descending order. The sorting direction of a column is indicated by a green
arrow symbol:

Illustration 83: Column sorted in ascending order

10.5.1.2 Filter
In order to narrow down the amount of data on a table there are various filter options available.
These are divided into column filters, whole text filters and predefined filters.

IMPORTANT
The filters are additive. This means that individual filters are linked with a logical
“AND”.

10.5.1.2.1 Column filter

In order to narrow down the data in a column using the column filter click on the filter symbol in the
relevant column.

Illustration 84: Column filter symbol

A filter dialog appears in which you can define filters for this column.
Select the required filter operators and adjust these accordingly.

IMPORTANT
The operators available for the column filter are dependent on the data type of the
relevant column.

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Illustration 85: Column filter dialog – Example numerical value

Click on Filter to apply the filter. The filter is then applied to the data. The darker colour of the filter
symbol indicates that the column filter has been applied to the column. Two different filter criterions
can be linked with a logical “OR”.

Illustration 86: Filter symbol active / inactive – column value is filtered

10.5.1.3 Whole text filter

The whole text filter can be used to enter any text and the table is then filtered according to this
text.

Illustration 87: Whole text filter

Enter the required text in the search field and press the ENTER key. The table is then filtered
according to this text. Delete the text from the search field and press the ENTER key again to clear
the filter and show all data.

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10.5.1.3.1 Predefined filter

On many pages predefined filters are provided in a dropdown box. Select the filter required from
the dropdown box to filter the data.

Illustration 88: Predefined filter

10.5.1.4 Navigation
To increase clarity, not all available data is shown on one table page. The data is displayed across
several pages of tables. The tables have a navigation bar at the bottom. Select the number of lines
to be displayed from a dropdown box at the bottom of the table. There are also buttons to navigate
through individual table pages. At the right-hand bottom edge, the number of all available and
currently displayed data sets are shown.

10.5.2 Save
If save has been completed successfully, a green success message is displayed for
acknowledgement. Any errors (red), information (blue) or warnings (yellow) are also displayed after
saving.

Illustration 89: Save success message

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10.5.3 Change history (not available at this time)

To track any changes, many pages have the option to link to the history. Click on the link History to
display changes recorded to the currently active element.

IMPORTANT
Please note that the extension “Security & change tracking” must be activated.

Illustration 90: Change history example: Screwdriving sequence

10.5.4 Permissions

IMPORTANT
The available functions are dependent on the permission level of the registered user.
In some circumstances, if you have limited user permissions some of the functions
described here are not available to you.

An overview of the individual permission levels can be found here 8 User.

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10.6 Start and login

Enter the IP address of the sequence controller AST12 (e.g. “http:// 10.10.25.100”) in the address
bar of the browser and press the ENTER key to start up the web interface “DEPRAG Cockpit”. The
IP address can be found in the system data, see 11 Settings. The browser establishes connection
with the sequence controller AST12 and loads the initial page.

Illustration 91: Login page

NOTE
On delivery the password for the user “admin” is 0000 (4 x number “0”).

Then click on the login button or press the ENTER key. After login you are directed to the start
page.

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10.7 Description of menu items

The main menu can be found on every page except the login page.

10.7.1 System overview

The system overview is the first page after successful login. On this overview page the available
controllers are indicated. Your current sequence controller AST12 is found as the first entry on the
first row.

Illustration 92: System overview

IMPORTANT
The extension “DEPRAG Cockpit” enables central administration and analysis of all
your sequence controllers. There are also additional features available such as
predictive maintenance, alignment planning, supervision, analysis and cross-
company program administration.

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10.7.2 Dashboard

Illustration 93: Start page

The Dashboard displays the following information:
- System messages
- My DEPRAG Apps
- Controller data
- Tool data
- Service contact information
At the end of the page you can also find the current software version.
Each section of information is displayed as an expandable and collapsible element. Click on the
upper right-hand corner of an element on the arrow button to show or hide each element.

10.7.2.1 System messages

In system messages, the number of messages which have appeared on today’s date and the last 7
days is displayed. Click on “Show more” to be directed to the page “System messages”. When
collapsed, the number of messages appearing on today’s date are displayed.

10.7.2.2 My DEPRAG Apps

This section is used to show which Apps are already activated and which additional extensions are
available. Click on “Show more” to be directed to the page “DEPRAG Apps”.

10.7.2.3 Controller data

Amongst other things, the controller data contains the following information:
- Controller type and controller name

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- Serial number
- IP address
- Software version
- Hardware version
- Integrated Bus system
Click on the link “Show more” to see more details relating to the controller data.

10.7.2.4 Tool data

Amongst other things, the tool data contains the following details relating to the screwdriver in use:
- Type of the screwdriver
- Serial number of the screwdriver
- Adjusted torque range
- Torque lower limit
- Torque upper limit
- Speed lower limit
- Speed upper limit
- Main rotational direction
- Software version
- Hardware version
Click on “Show more” to be directed to the tool data page. On the tool data page there is more
information relating to the screwdriver.

10.7.2.5 Service contact information

The service contact information contains the service telephone number and email address. In
addition, there are hyperlinks to the manuals and the system backup page.

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10.7.3 Available updates

If an update is available for the sequence controller AST12 or one of your components, a page
displaying the latest software version number is shown instead of the start page.

Illustration 94: Update available message

Click on “Ordering/Contact”, to get in contact with DEPRAG sales. Click on “Skip update now”, to
be directed to the start page.
On each page any relevant update notifications will be displayed in the footer. Click on the link
“Show developments” to see the current developments at any time.

10.7.4 Screwdriving sequence

In the screwdriving sequence menu item the following functions are available.
- Save / Restore
- History of last changes
- Create new screwdriving sequence
- Delete all screwdriving sequences
- Print screwdriving sequence
- Delete screwdriving sequence
- Edit screwdriving sequence

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Illustration 95: Menu item screwdriving sequence

10.7.4.1 Save/restore screwdriving sequences

The screwdriving sequences can be saved and retrieved. Click on “Save / Restore” and selected
the relevant entry. You are directed to the page Service>Backup copy. Further information relating
to the topic of saving and restoring screwdriving sequences can be found under the corresponding
menu item.

10.7.4.2 Change history

Not currently available.

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10.7.4.3 Create new screwdriving sequence

Click on the button “Create new screwdriving sequence” to generate a new screwdriving sequence.
To make the set-up of a new screwdriving sequence as simple as possible, the following options
are provided:
- Create screwdriving sequence from a template
A screwdriving sequence is created using a screwdriving template. The commands “Save
values” and “Display values” are also added.
The following templates are available:
o Screw assembly to torque
o Screw assembly to angle
o Loosening to angle
- Create screwdriving sequence without a template
A completely new, blank screwdriving sequence is created.
- Copy existing screwdriving sequence
Select the screwdriving sequence you want to copy from the dropdown list and click on
the button “Copy”. A copy of the screwdriving sequence is created.

The new screwdriving sequence is given a new unique number. You can then adjust the
parameters of the individual screwdriving templates and commands.

Click on “Cancel” to close the options window and return to the overview page.

Illustration 96: Screwdriving sequence – blank program

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10.7.4.4 Delete all screwdriving sequences

IMPORTANT
If all screwdriving sequences are deleted, this cannot be undone. It is recommended
that you regularly backup screwdriving sequences so that you do not lose them.

Click on the button “Delete all screwdriving sequences” to delete all screwdriving sequences. A
security warning appears. Click again on “Delete all screwdriving sequences” to continue the
process or click on “Cancel” to cancel the deletion process.

After confirmation of the security warning, all screwdriving sequences are removed from the
controller.

Illustration 97: Security warning – Delete all screwdriving sequences

10.7.4.5 Print screwdriving sequence

Click on the button “Print” to print a screwdriving sequence. The screwdriving sequence is
prepared for printing and the browser’s print dialog is displayed.

IMPORTANT
The print preview layout is dependent on the browser used. Operation and interfaces
vary. Further information can be found in the relevant documentation of the browser
producer.

The print view of the screwdriving sequence contains an overview of the screwdriving sequence
and individual screwdriving templates and commands with parameter specifications.

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10.7.4.6 Delete individual screwdriving sequences

Click on the button “Delete screwdriving sequence” to delete one single screwdriving sequence.
You are directed to a confirmation page. The screwdriving sequence to be deleted is shown for
confirmation.

Illustration 98: Confirm deletion of screwdriving sequence

Click on the button “Delete screwdriving sequence” again to permanently delete the selected
screwdriving sequence. Click on “Back to list” to return to the overview page without deleting the
screwdriving sequence.

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10.7.4.7 Edit screwdriving sequence

Click on the button “Edit” to open the screwdriving sequence for editing. For a comprehensive
description of the screwdriving template and commands see 12 Screwdriving Strategies and
Commands.

The page is divided into the following sections:

- General settings for screwdriving sequence (left)
- Program configurator (middle)
- List of screwdriving templates and commands (right)

Illustration 99: Edit screwdriving sequence

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10.7.4.7.1 General settings

In general settings, the parameters which influence the whole screwdriving sequence are stored:
- Screwdriving sequence program
The unique number of the screwdriving program
- Screwdriving sequence program
Freely definable name for the screwdriving program.
- Group by assembly task
This field is used to group screwdriving sequences. You can enter free text or select from
previously used designators.
- Reload
Determines when the reload signal should be given for feed screwdrivers.
Always: The reload signal is given after every screw assembly.
Only if OK: The reload signal is only given after an OK screw assembly.
Never: The controller does not give a reload signal.
- Direction change
Determines whether for this program there is a different main rotational direction to the
general settings. If e.g. the general rotational direction is set to right, it rotates to left if
direction change is switched on.

The navigation buttons “Back to list” and “Save” are found under general settings. You can also
click on the link “History” to view the change history of the selected screwdriving sequence.

IMPORTANT
Clicking on “Back to list” means that any changes made are discarded.

10.7.4.7.2 Program configurator

The program configurator lists all screwdriving templates and commands used in chronological
order of use.

A positioning symbol to change the order of placement within the screwdriving sequence is found
to the left of the name. To the right of the name you will find the button to delete the screwdriving
template and the button to show or hide the parameters.

Illustration 100: Collapsed screwdriving template

A screwdriving template is represented by the relevant name. To make it easier to read, the
parameters of the screwdriving sequence can be expanded or collapsed.

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10.7.4.7.2.1 Expand or collapse screwdriving template parameters

If the parameters are not visible, click on the expand symbol to show the screwdriving template
parameters. The parameters are displayed and the expand symbol changes form.

Click on the collapse symbol to hide the parameters. The collapse symbol changes form again to
the expand symbol.

10.7.4.7.2.2 Change order of screwdriving template

You can change the order of individual screwdriving templates or commands using drag & drop.
Move the mouse cursor over the symbol of two arrow heads pointing vertically. The cursor
changes form. Click and hold the left mouse button and drag the screwdriving template to the
required position. Release the left mouse button. The screwdriving template is sorted into current
cursor position.

10.7.4.7.2.3 Adding new screwdriving templates

To the right of the program configurator is a list of all available and unlockable screwdriving
templates. Click on the add symbol of the relevant screwdriving template to add a screwdriving
template to the end of the screwdriving sequence.

Illustration 101: Adding a screwdriving template

The screwdriving template is added to the screwdriving sequence. The newly added screwdriving
template is then expanded.

To move a screwdriving template to a specific position in the screwdriving sequence proceed as

follows:
Click with the left mouse button on the screwdriving template which should be added. Hold the
mouse button and drag the screwdriving template to the required position in the program
configurator. The configurator adds a new line to the screwdriving sequence, highlighting where
the screwdriving template will be added. Release the mouse button when you have reached the
required position. The screwdriving template is added to the highlighted position and expanded.

10.7.4.7.2.4 Deleting a screwdriving template

Click on the delete symbol to delete the screwdriving template.
Confirm the request by clicking on “Delete”. Select “Cancel” to cancel the deletion process and
return to the editing page.

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Illustration 102: Confirmation message “Delete” screwdriving template

10.7.4.7.2.5 Saving a screwdriving template

Click on the button “Save” to permanently save changes to a screwdriving sequence. The
screwdriving sequence is saved to the controller. Saving is acknowledged with a success
message.

Illustration 103: Screwdriving sequence save success message

If a screwdriving sequence does not contain the screwdriving templates “Save values” or “Display
values” a warning is displayed.

Illustration 104: Warning “Save values” or “Display values” missing

10.7.5 Process data

In the process data menu, all measurement and end values generated by the controller and
displayed.

10.7.5.1 Process visualisation

End values are generated on the controller for every screw assembly (if “save values” is used). On
the page “End value display”, the generated end values are shown in a clearly arranged tabular
structure. The page refreshes automatically when new end values are generated by the controller.

IMPORTANT
Please note that the extension “Process data in web” must be activated.

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Illustration 105: Process data in web

10.7.5.2 End values

With the optionally available add-on software “DEPRAG Cockpit”, data from all your AST
controllers is centrally saved automatically. All parameters relevant to the process (torque, angle,
time and screwdriving curves) are documented and saved in accordance with auditing
requirements. Therefore, the information required from all controllers is always available centrally.

All daily end values are saved for later analysis. These end values are displayed in a table. The
table has the following filter options:
- All
- Last 7 days
- This month
- Last month

You can download the end values recorded for individual days as a CSV or XLSX file. Click on
relevant link in the action column of the table.

10.7.5.2.1 Download all end values

Click on the button “Download all end values” download all end values of the sequence controller.

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10.7.5.2.2 Delete all end values

Click on the button “Delete all end values” to start deleting all end values. A confirmation window
appears. Click on “delete all end values” in the confirmation window to continue the deletion
process and return to the end value page. Click on “Cancel” to return to the end value page without
deleting.

Illustration 106: Delete all end values

10.7.5.3 Screwdriving curves

With the optionally available add-on software “DEPRAG Cockpit”, data from all your AST
controllers is automatically saved centrally. All parameters relevant to the process (torque, angle,
time and screwdriving curves) are documented and saved in accordance with auditing
requirements. Therefore, the information required from all controllers is always available centrally.

This page gives the option of loading screw assembly data as a file from the sequence controller
AST12 (see 12 Screwdriving Strategies and Commands). The graphic data is displayed in a table.
The table has the following filter options:
- All
- Last 7 days
- This month
- Last month

IMPORTANT
All screw assemblies are recorded as standard. The record is available until the curve
is deleted or the maximum number of saved curves has been reached. The oldest
curve file is overwritten with the data of the latest screw assembly.
With the optionally available add-on software “DEPRAG Cockpit”, all curve data can
be saved centrally. The curve data is then always available in accordance with any
auditing requirements

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Illustration 107: Screwdriving curves

10.7.5.3.1 Download all screwdriving curves

Click on “Download all screwdriving curves” to download all available curve files to your PC (in
binary format) as a ZIP file.

10.7.5.3.2 Delete all screwdriving curves

Click on “Delete all screwdriving curves” to delete all graphic files saved on the sequence
controller. A security warning appears. Click on the button “Delete all screwdriving curves” again to
continue deletion and return to the graphic data page. Click on “Cancel” to cancel the deletion
process and return to the screwdriving curves page.

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Illustration 108: Confirmation “Delete all screwdriving curves”

10.7.5.3.3 Open screwdriving curves in DEPRAG GraphViewer

If the GraphViewer is installed on your PC you can open screwdriving curves directly in DEPRAG
GraphViewer. Click on the appropriate button. A dialog opens which varies in format according to
the browser used.

Confirm the start-up of DEPRAG GraphViewer. DEPRAG GraphViewer is started and the selected
graphic file is displayed.

10.7.5.3.4 Download individual screwdriving curves

Click on the relevant link in the action column to download the screwdriving curves of an individual
screw assembly.

10.7.6 System info

The menu item System info contains the following information relevant to the system:
- System messages
- Tool data
- Tool state
- Controller data
- Controller state
- Licences

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10.7.6.1 System messages

All system messages i.e. errors in the main controller, power unit, screwdriver, communication and
I/O port are displayed on this page. The messages are displayed in reverse chronological order;
the latest message is always at the top.
Each message has a separate line. Each message contains the following information:
- Message timestamp,
- Category
- Error code.
The error numbers are described in the section 15.1 System.

Illustration 109: System messages

Click on the detail symbol to open the detail page of the message.

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Illustration 110: System message detail

In the detailed view, further information is displayed:

- Components which have caused the message
- Detailed error description.
Click on “Back to list” to return to the system messages overview page.

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10.7.6.2 Tool data

This page displays data relating to the connected MINIMAT-EC screwdriver including the relevant
measurement system.

Illustration 111: Tool data

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10.7.6.3 Tool state

Here the status of the connected MINIMAT-EC screwdriver is displayed.

Illustration 112: Tool state

10.7.6.4 Controller data

This page displays the unmodifiable data, as well as the network settings of the sequence
controller AST12. It is identical to the start page.

10.7.6.5 Controller state

This page displays an overview of the current status of the system.

Illustration 113: Controller state

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10.7.6.6 Licences
This page shows the licence terms of the third-party components used.

Illustration 114: Licences

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10.7.7 DEPRAG Apps

DEPRAG Apps are additional software modules which can be ether downloaded free of charge or
have to be activated with a release key. Further information relating to each App can be found by
clicking on the detail symbol of the relevant add-on software.

Illustration 115: DEPRAG Apps detail

DEPRAG Apps are divided into the following categories:

- DEPRAG software
- Screwdriving procedure
- Software updates
- Function extensions
- Industry 4.0 interfaces
- Fieldbus interfaces

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10.7.7.1 DEPRAG Software

This page shows information relating to other useful apps such as DEPRAG GraphViewer or Data
eXchange. These apps support analysis of your screwdriving curves or end values.

10.7.7.2 Screwdriving procedure

Some screwdriving templates are not available as standard and can be activated later. Here you
can find an overview of all screwdriving templates which can be activated, and their functions.

10.7.7.3 Software updates

This page provides an overview of all available services so that you can keep up-to-date with
current technology and take advantage of all DEPRAG services.

10.7.7.4 Function extensions

Here you can find information relating to additional functions to further improve the reliability of
your controller.

10.7.7.5 Industry 4.0 interfaces

The industry 4.0 interfaces provide communication via all standard, modern protocols.

10.7.7.6 Fieldbus interfaces

On this page you can download all available fieldbus drivers for the sequence controller AST12.

10.7.7.7 Activation
There are various extensions available to purchase for the sequence controller AST12
(see 19.3 Optional software solutions).
Activation can be carried out directly in the myDEPRAG customer portal (https://my.deprag.com).
Please contact DEPRAG sales or your DEPRAG advisor for help with the activation of these
extensions.
To complete activation, certain information is required
- Request key of the relevant extension
- Order number for purchase of the extension

10.7.7.7.1 Generate request key

Open the detail page of the software you want to activate.

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Illustration 116: DEPRAG software not yet activated

The request key is generated using the activation function. Click on the button “Activation”. The
activation window appears.
Click on “Download request file” to download a request file.
Activation is carried out in the DEPRAG customer portal.
You will receive a licence file with the corresponding activation key.
Click on “Upload the activation key” and select the activation file from the file open dialog which
appears.
Then click on “Activation” to complete activation.
Once the activation key is loaded the extensions will be shown to be activated and can be used.

10.7.8 Settings
This menu item provides access to all settings. A description of the individual settings can be found
in chapter 11 Settings.
For clearer navigation the settings are subdivided into the following categories:

- General
- Documentation
- Update
- Date and time
- Network
- User administration
- Security
- Industry 4.0
- Fieldbus
- Barcode
- Werkzeug

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10.7.8.1 General
In general settings, the global settings which generally affect the sequence controller and
screwdriving sequence can be parameterised.

Illustration 117: General settings

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Illustration 118: Screwdriving sequence settings

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10.7.8.2 Documentation
In the field printer configuration, you can determine what should be printed if a screwdriving
program uses the command “Print”. The print text is printed as entered, whereas the variables are
replaced with the corresponding values. Variables always start with the '@' symbol and must be
followed by a space. An exact description of the print output and available variables can be found
in chapter 11.1.1.6 Documentation parameters.

NOTE
When changing the number of curves all existing screwdriving curves are deleted.

Illustration 119: Documentation settings

10.7.8.3 Updates
When this page is opened an update-check is run. Any new updates available can be installed.

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10.7.8.4 Date and time

Here the date and time of the sequence controller AST12 can be set.
Click on “Take computer settings”, to transfer the current time on your PC to the entry field.
Click on “Save” to save the set time on the AST12.

Illustration 120: Date and time settings

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10.7.8.5 Network
In Network settings the following settings can be adjusted:
- DNS server
- Configuration mode
- IP address
- Subnet mask
- Gateway
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- Proxy server
- DNS or IP address
- Proxy port
- Log in data
- Username proxy
- Password proxy

Illustration 121: Network settings

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After successfully saving a change to the IP address, a link appears which directs you to the new
IP address.

Illustration 122: Forwarding to new IP address

10.7.8.6 User administration

The AST12 has a user administration section. Each user must be assigned to a user group. Each
user group has different permissions. For example, users in the user group Operator are not
authorised to edit screwdriving programs. A list and description of user groups can be found in
chapter 8 User.

Illustration 123: User administration overview

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A user has the following properties:

- User name
The name used by the user to login to the system.
- Password
A security password required for successful login to the system.
The password must be confirmed when editing or creating data.
- Auto logout time in seconds
Indicates when a user will be automatically logged out of the system due to inactivity.
- Active/inactive
Indicates whether the user is active. Inactive users cannot log on to the system.

10.7.8.6.1 Create new user

Click on the button “Create new user” to set up a new user. Enter the relevant data for the new
user and click on “Create user” to generate a user. Click on “Back to list” to return to the overview
page.

Illustration 124: Create user

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10.7.8.6.2 Edit user

Click on the edit symbol in the user overview to open the editing page. Enter the new data for the
user and click on “Save user” to save the user and return to the overview page. Click on “Back to
list” to discard any changes and return to the overview page.

Illustration 125: Edit user

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10.7.8.6.3 Delete user

Click on the delete symbol in the user overview to delete an existing user. A confirmation page
appears where you must reconfirm deletion of the user.
Click on “Delete user” to permanently delete the user from the AST12 and return to the overview
page.
Click on “Back to list” to cancel the deletion process and return to the overview page.

Illustration 126: Delete user

NOTE
A standard user (e.g. admin) cannot be deleted. A message to that effect appears if
you try to delete a standard user.

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10.7.8.7 Security
This menu contains all settings related to security. In addition, the availability of the update service
is also displayed.

The following settings can be entered:

- Allow login via http
Here you can set whether access is permitted via an unencrypted http protocol.

- Allow access via internet

Here you can set whether only local (non-routable) addresses are permitted.
192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255
172.16.0.0 - 172.31.255.255
10.0.0.0 - 10.255.255.255)

- Certificate settings
Select the certificate file and enter the optional certificate password. The certivicate has
to be in PKCS#12 format. Click on “Save” to upload and install the file on the controller.

IMPORTANT
Please note that the extension “Security & change tracking” must be activated.

Illustration 127: Security settings

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10.7.8.8 Industry 4.0

The industry 4.0 settings contain parameters for communication with the following protocols:
- REST
- FTP
- MQTT

10.7.8.8.1 REST
This page displays information which you require to use the REST interface. Click on “Show
description” to view the documentation relating to the REST interface.
The REST interface allows you to adjust all sequence controller parameters via the http protocol.
Communication with the controller port 8081 is needed.

Illustration 128: REST settings

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10.7.8.8.2 FTP
On this page you can enter settings for the FTP upload. Using the FTP upload, the current end
values and/or current screwdriving curve for each screw assembly can be transferred in binary
format to a remote FTP server. If screwdriving results or curve are not selected in the field “Upload
data”, then the FTP upload is deactivated and no files are transferred to the FTP server.
The data is saved in the directory “Server path” on the FTP server with the IP address entered.
The end value file name can be configured, see 11.1.1.7.2 FTP parameters.
The settings for FTP upload are only available via the web interface.

Illustration 129: FTP settings

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10.7.8.8.3 MQTT
Here you can enter the connection parameters for the MQTT broker. The bottom section of the
page also displays the current status of the MQTT broker. Click on “Interface description”, to open
the documentation relating to the REST interface.

IMPORTANT
When saving the MQTT settings, connection to the broker is established again.
Cached messages are no longer transmitted and are discarded.

The parameter “Behaviour when connection is lost” determines how the controller should deal with
interruption of the connection to the MQTT broker. The parameter provides the following options:

 Cache
Messages are cached. Up to 100 messages can be cached. Once 100 messages have
been reached, a system error is shown on the display and the error needs to be
acknowledged before continuing.
 System error
The controller immediately displays a system error when connection is lost and waits for an
acknowledgement of the error.
 Ignore
Transmission error is ignored and unsent messages are discarded.

When a system error occurs the screwdriving process is interrupted.

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Illustration 130: MQTT settings

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10.7.8.9 Fieldbus
On this page you will find the general settings for the (optional) fieldbus. The specific settings for
the integrated fieldbus (see 11.2.1.5 Standard values fieldbus) can also be carried out on this
page.

Illustration 131: Fieldbus settings

10.7.8.10 Barcode
On this page you will find general settings for using a barcode scanner. The specific settings for
the barcode can be carried out on this page.
A description of the adjustable parameters can be found in Chapter 11.1.1.9.

10.7.9 Tool
This menu item provides access to all settings. A description of the individual settings can be found
in chapter 11 Settings.
For better navigation, the settings are divided into the following categories:

 General
 Reduction gear

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10.8 Service
The settings in the service menu are subdivided as follows:
- System backup
- Backup copy
- Manuals

10.8.1 System backup

A system backup is a snapshot of the current system. You can create a system backup of the
sequence controller and then download it.
You can integrate the following elements into the system backup:
- System
- Screwdriving sequences
All existing screwdriving sequences
- End values
End value files which are saved on the sequence controller.
- Screwdriving curves
All measurement data series saved on the sequence controller

IMPORTANT
The system cannot be deselected.

Select the tab “ Create system backup”. Click on “Get system backup” to generate a new system
backup.

Illustration 132: Service create system backup

Once the system backup has been created on the sequence controller, the file created for
download is displayed in a table. Click on the download symbol to download the new system
backup.

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Illustration 133: Service download system backup

System backups already created are saved on the sequence controller and can be downloaded at
a later time.

To download an existing system backups, select the tab “Existing system backups”. All available
system backups are displayed in a table. Click on the download symbol to start the download of
the system backup.

Illustration 134: Service existing system backup

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10.8.2 Backup
A backup copy is a recoverable backup.

10.8.2.1 Create backup copy

To create a new backup copy, proceed as follows.

Select the tab “Create backup copy”. Click on “Request backup copy” so that the sequence
controller creates a backup copy with the elements. Once the backup copy has been created on
the controller, the newly created backup copy is displayed as a download link. Click on the link to
start download of the backup copy.

Illustration 135: Service download backup copy

10.8.2.2 Restore backup copy

A backup copy can be restored to the sequence controller. To restore a backup copy, select the
tab “Restore backup copy”. You can define the contents of the recovery yourself. The following
elements can be selected:
- Screwdriving sequences
- System settings
- Network settings
- Fieldbus settings
- Change fieldbus type if needed
- User accounts

Select the appropriate elements which the backup copy should contain.

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Illustration 136: Service restore backup copy

Then click on “Select file”. A file selection dialog appears. Select the relevant backup file. The
selected file is displayed.

Illustration 137: Service select backup copy

Click on “Upload file” to upload and install the backup copy onto the sequence controller. Wait until
the backup copy has been successfully installed on the sequence controller and the confirmation
message is displayed on the browser. Click on “Cancel” to cancel file selection.

10.8.2.3 Download existing backup copy

Already existing backup copies can be downloaded under the tab “Existing backup copies”. Select
the relevant tab and click on the download symbol.

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Illustration 138: Service existing backup copies

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10.8.3 Manuals
There are various manuals available on the AST12 in different languages.

Illustration 139: Service manuals

To download a manual, proceed as follows.

First select the required language of the manual. All manuals available in this language are
displayed in a table. Click on the download symbol to start the download.

The manuals are provided to download in pdf format. On the page there are links which direct you
to the sites of various pdf readers.

10.9 My profile
When you have been successfully logged on to the system, you can see the current login in the
upper right corner of the browser window. Next to the login name there is a dropdown box which
offers the following functions.

- My profile
- Log off

Illustration 140: User logged on

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10.9.1 Change password

To change the password for the current user logged on, proceed as follows. Open the dropdown
for the user logged on and select “My profile”. You are directed to the page “Change password”.

Illustration 141: My profile change password

Enter your current password and a new password. For security, reconfirm your new password.
Click on “Change password” to save the new password.

10.9.2 Change API token

The REST interface gives the option of using an API token. An API token is a unique identification
which can be used when invoking the REST end points instead of the login data. To create a new
API token, click on the button “Create new API token”.

Illustration 142: My profile change API token

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10.10 Log off

To log off from the system open the dropdown menu in the upper right corner. Select “Log off”. You
are logged off from the system and the login page is displayed.

10.10.1 Maintenance
Not currently available.

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11 Settings
A description of user group can be found in chapter 8. User.

11.1 Description of adjustable parameters

11.1.1 General parameters
Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Device name    User-defined name for the sequence
controller AST12
Serial number    Serial number of the sequence
controller AST12
Language    The language, which is displayed in
the web interface and user interface of
the sequence controller AST12.
Torque unit    The torque unit used to display
screwdriving results and settings of
torque values.
Available units:
N·m in·oz
N·cm kg·m
ft·lb. kg·cm
in·lb.
Signal tone    Determines under which conditions a
signal tone sounds at the end of the
screw assembly.
Process screen    For the process display on screen,
there are two alternatives available.
Version 1:
The date, time, duration, status, torque
and angle of the last screw assembly
are displayed.
Version 2:
Only the torque and angle of the last
screw assembly are displayed. The
display is large and easy to read from
a distance.
Version 3:
The sequence name and number are
displayed. During the processing of the
sequence both the torque and angle of
the most recent assembly are
displayed.
Main direction    The main direction indicates in which
rotational direction screwdriving
occurs. Main direction right means that
all screwdriving templates which
tighten turn in right rotation and all
screwdriving templates which loosen
turn in left rotation.
Speed reduction    If speed reduction is active, the speed
is automatically reduced when 70% of
the target torque has been reached for
torque steps where there is no speed
transmission.
This results in a higher shut-off

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Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
accuracy.
Start type    You can set which type of signal is
used to start an assembly:
• I/O port: the start signal is given by
the I/O port
• Fieldbus: the start signal is given
by the Fieldbus (only available if
your sequence controller AST12
has an integrated Fieldbus module)
• Process control: currently not yet
available
Handheld screwdriver: Assembly starts
with push-to-start or button start
depending on the type of MINIMAT-EC
screwdriver connected (this setting is
not available for spindle screwdrivers)
Program selection    You can set which type of program
selection is used:
• I/O port: program number selection
via I/O port
• Fieldbus: Program number
selection via Fieldbus (only
available if your sequence
controller AST12 has an integrated
Fieldbus module)
• Process control: currently not yet
available
• Handheld screwdriver: Program
number selection via the setting
Program handheld screwdriver 1
and Program handheld screwdriver
2 (this setting is not available for
spindle screwdrivers)
• Display: Program number selection
via the entry field for the program
names in the process display (this
setting is not available for spindle
screwdrivers)
• Barcode: Program number
selection depending on the
barcode scanned
External start release    Only for handheld screwdrivers:
Is start release is active, an assembly
can only be started if the start release
signal is pending on the sequence
controller AST12. The source for this
start release signal is set in the
parameter “External start release
source”.
External start release
source
   Only for handheld screwdrivers:
If the external start release is active,
the start release source can be set:
• I/O port: the start release signal is
provided by the I/O port
• Fieldbus: the start release signal is
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Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
available if your sequence
controller AST12 has an integrated
Fieldbus module)
• Internal logic: currently not yet
available
Program handheld
screwdriver 1
   Only for handheld screwdrivers:
Screwdriving program which is run
when program selection handheld
screwdriver is selected, if no reversal is
active
Program handheld
screwdriver 2
   Only for handheld screwdrivers:
Screwdriving program which is run
when program selection handheld
screwdriver is selected, if reversal is
active
Interruption delay    Only for handheld screwdrivers with
push-to-start:
A set interruption delay prevents a
screwdriving procedure from being
aborted if the start signal of the
MINIMAT-EC screwdriver is lost but
returns within a set time. This is
particularly IMPORTANT in
combination with a screw feeding
device to avoid errors when pushing
the screw through the mouthpiece.
Reload signal duration    Only for handheld screwdrivers:
If the sequence controller AST12 is
operated with a screw feeding device,
the duration of the reload signal can be
set
Reload via display    Only for handheld screwdrivers:
If the sequence controller AST12 is
operated with a screw feeding device,
manual reloading of the screw can be
activated via a button on the display.
When “Reload via display” is active,
the reload button appears on the
process display.
Table 16: General adjustable parameters

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11.1.1.1 Analog sensor parameters

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Value    Value for the analog stop sensor in
mm/V
Offset    Offset for the analog stop sensor in mm
(zero point)
Range    Maximum path of the sensor in mm

Table 17: Analog sensor adjustable parameters

11.1.1.2 Network parameters

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
IP address   
The IP address used for the sequence
controller AST12 to access the
network.
Subnet mask   
The IP address used for the sequence
controller AST12 to access the display.
Gateway   
Designates the network segment
where the sequence controller AST12
can be found. The IP address of the
gateway for the network segment
where the sequence controller AST12
can be found. If no gateway is used,
set 0.0.0.0.
DNS server   
The IP address of the DNS server,
which the sequence controller AST12
should use.
Use proxy server   
Indicates whether the sequence
controller AST12 should use a proxy
server.
Proxy server address   
DNS name or IP address of the proxy
server which the sequence controller
AST12 should use.
Proxy server port   
Port of the proxy server which the
sequence controller AST12 should
use.
Use log in data   
Indicates whether the sequence
controller AST12 log in data should be
used for the proxy server.
Proxy server
username
  
The username which should be used
for log in to the proxy server.
Proxy server
password
  
The password which should be used
for log in to the proxy server.
Table 18: Network adjustable parameters

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11.1.1.3 User administration parameters

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
User group    User group

User name    User name

Auto log out time

display in seconds
   Time to log out at the display

Password 1) 1)
 Password

API token 1) 1)
 API token

Status    Status of the user

Table 19: User administration adjustable parameters
1) Each user can only change their own password/API token. Expert users can change the
passwords of all users.

11.1.1.4 Security parameters

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Certificate file for
HTTPS X   HTTPS certificate in PKCS#12 format.

Allow login via http

X   http and https are activated as
standard. There is the option to
deactivate the insecure http protocol.
Allow login via internet
X   Access from the internet is deactivated
as standard

Table 20: Security adjustable parameters

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11.1.1.5 Fieldbus parameters

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Bus system    Display of integrated fieldbus module

Fieldbus protocol    Fieldbus protocol used (dependent on

integrated fieldbus module)

EtherCat    No settings required

Ethernet IP IP address    The IP address used for the sequence

controller AST12 to access the
network via EtherNet/IP.

Subnet    Designates the network segment

where the sequence controller AST12
can be found.

Gateway    The IP address of the gateway for the

network segment where the sequence
controller AST12 can be found.

DHCP    When DHCP is active, then the

set/displayed network addresses are
invalid. You are directed via a DHCP
server.

BOOTP    When BOOTP is active, then the

set/displayed network addresses are
invalid. You are directed via BOOTP.

Profinet IP address    The IP address used for the sequence

controller AST12 to access the
network via Profinet.

Subnet    Designates the network segment

where the sequence controller AST12
can be found.

Gateway    The IP address of the gateway for the

network segment where the sequence
controller AST12 can be found.

Station name    Station name of the sequence

controller AST12 in Profinet.

Profibus Profibus
address
   Address used for the sequence
controller AST12 in Profibus.

Table 21: Fieldbus adjustable parameters

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11.1.1.6 Documentation parameters

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Print text    Compilation of the required values for
printout (see 13.3 Commands for
configuration of format strings).
Configuration of end
value data set
   Compilation of the required end values
when retrieving the screwdriving
results via Ethernet or ftp upload (see
13.3 Commands for configuration of
format strings).
Number of curves    Number of curves, which should be
stored on the sequence controller
AST12.
Table 22: Documentation adjustable parameters

11.1.1.7 Industry 4.0 interface parameters

11.1.1.7.1 MQTT parameters
Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
User name    Username which should be used to log
the sequence controller AST12 onto
the MQTT broker
Password    Password which should be used to log
the sequence controller AST12 onto
the MQTT broker
Broker URL    Address of the MQTT broker
Broker port    Port of the MQTT broker
Cockpit customer
area
   Indicates the user area of the
DEPRAG Cockpit if the controller is
connected to it.
Enable SSL?    Indicates if the sequence controller
AST12 connection to the MQTT broker
is encrypted with SSL.
Accept self-signed
certificates?
   Indicates whether connection to the
MQTT broker accepts self-signed
certificates.
Behaviour when
connection is lost
   Indicates the behaviour of the
sequence controller AST12 if
connection to the broker is lost.
Table 23: MQTT adjustable parameters

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11.1.1.7.2 FTP parameters

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Server    FTP server address

Port    FTP server port

Directory on server    Directory on the ftp server where the

data (end values and/or graphics)
should be saved
Server login name    Server login name

Server password    Server password

File name    Compilation of the file name under

which the data should be stored on
the server
(see 13.3 Commands for configuration
of format strings).
Save end values    Indicates whether the end values
should be saved on the server.

Save curves    Indicates whether the graphics should

be saved on the server.

Table 24: FTP adjustable parameters

11.1.1.8 Barcode scanner parameters

IMPORTANT
The length of the scanned barcodes may not be more than 31 characters (including
end characters).

Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Data bits    5, 6, 7 or 8 data bits can be set

Stop bits    1 or 2 stop bits can be set

Parity    The parity selected can be none, even

or odd
Baud rate    Baud rate which the barcode scanner
uses
Terminator    End characters which the barcode
scanner sends with the scanned
barcode. Characters may be in the
range 0x0A – 0x0F.

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Access rights
Parameter Description
Operator Setter Expert
Range mask (Start
and end position of
   Determines which part of the scanned
scan code is used for program
the relevant range in selection. You can only set a mask
the barcode) which is valid for all programs. The
start position determines at which
position of the barcode the range
mask begins. The end position
determines at which position the
range ends. Start and end position
are included in the range.
Scancode
assignment
   A range of the barcode determines
which screwdriving program is
selected. The start and end of each
range is specified. The individual
ranges may not overlap. If only one
single barcode is used for program
selection, the same barcode must be
specified for the start and end. The
length of the set range must match
with the length of the range mask.
Enforce barcode    Active:
An assembly can only be carried out if
a barcode is scanned. The barcode is
valid until it is reset.
Inactive:
The sequence controller AST12 does
not check whether a barcode has
been scanned.
Reset barcode    Selection of the source to reset the
barcode.
Part sensor:
The barcode is deleted when the part
is removed.
Fieldbus:
The barcode is deleted when the
corresponding bit is set in the input
data range of the Fieldbus (see
7.5.3.1.1 Input data range).
Signal tone    Sound a signal tone when reading a
barcode
Table 25: Barcode scanner adjustable parameters

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11.1.1.9 Parameter MINIMAT-EC screwdriver parameters

Parameter Access rights
Description
Operator Setter Expert
Reduction Indicates whether a reduction gear is
gear    present.
present
Gear ratio Transmission ratio for the reduction
   gear

Degree of
efficiency    Efficiency of the reduction gear

Direction
change    Indicates whether the reduction gear
can cause a change in direction.
Torque correction factor    Correction factor for torque
calculation of special screw joints
Table 26: MINIMAT-EC screwdriver adjustable parameters

11.2 Standard values

11.2.1 Standard values general

Parameter Standard value

Device name AST12

Serial number -
Language en
Torque unit Nm
Signal tone Never
Process screen ProcessDisplay1
Main direction Right
Speed reduction Active
Start type *
Program selection *
External start release Inactive
External start release source Inputs
Program handheld screwdriver 1 1
Program handheld screwdriver 2 2
Interruption delay 0
Length of the reload signal 50
Reload via display Active
Table 27: Standard values general
*Standard values for program selection and start type are dependent on screwdriver type

11.2.1.1 Standard values analog sensor

Parameter Standard value
Value 1,0
Offset 0,0
Range 10,0
Table 28: Standard values analog sensor

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11.2.1.2 Standard values network

Parameter Standard value
IP address 10.10.25.100
Subnet mask 255.255.0.0
Gateway 10.10.0.1
DNS server 208.67.222.222
Use proxy server Inactive
Proxy server address -
Proxy server port -
Use log in data Inactive
Proxy server username -
Proxy server password -
Table 29: Standard values network

11.2.1.3 Standard values user administration

Parameter Standard value
User group Expert
User name -
Auto log out time in seconds 180*103
Password -
API token -
Status True
Table 30: Standard values user administration

11.2.1.4 Standard values security

Parameter Standard value
Certificate file for HTTPS -
Allow login via http True
Allow login via internet False
Table 31: Standard values security

11.2.1.5 Standard values fieldbus

Parameter Standard value
Bus system None
Fieldbus protocol None
EtherCat No settings required
Ethernet IP IP address 10.10.24.10
Subnet 255.255.0.0
Gateway 10.10.20.9
DHCP Inactive
BOOTP Inactive
Profinet IP address 10.10.24.10
Subnet 255.255.0.0
Gateway 10.10.20.9
Station name nic50repns

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Parameter Standard value

Profibus Profibus 64
address
Table 32: Standard values Fieldbus

11.2.1.6 Standard values documentation

Parameter Standard values
Print text @date_iso @time PG: @prog_num ST: @step TQ: @torque
@torqueUnit AN: @angle @angleUnit @errortext
(see 13.3 Commands for configuration of format strings)
Configuration of end value data @date_iso @time @prog_num @errornum @runtime
set @torqueUnit @angleUnit @timeUnit @step1 @torque1
@angle1 @step2 @torque2 @angle2 @step3 @torque3
@angle3 @stepNOk @torqueNOk @angleNOk
(see 13.3 Commands for configuration of format strings)
Number of curves 100
Table 33: Standard values documentation

11.2.1.7 Standard values industry 4.0 interfaces

11.2.1.7.1 Standard values MQTT
Parameter Standard values
Active No
User name *
Password *
Broker URL *
Broker port 0
Cockpit customer area *
Enable SSL? No
Accept self-signed certificates? No
Behaviour when connection is Cache
lost
Table 34: Standard values MQTT
*no pre-selection or empty string

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11.2.1.7.2 Standard values FTP

Parameter Standard values
Server *
Port 21
Directory on server *
Server login name *
Server password *
File name @type_controller _ @serialnr_controller _PG_@prog_num
_@date_iso _@time
(see 13.3 Commands for configuration of format strings)
Save end values Inactive
Save curves Inactive
Table 35: Standard values FTP
*no pre-selection or empty string

11.2.1.8 Standard values barcode scanner

Parameter Standard values
Data bits 8
Stop bits 1
Parity NONE
Baud rate 57600
Barcode end marker 0x0d
Range mask 0
Scancode assignment *
Enforce barcode Inactive
Enforce source for barcode Part sensor
Signal tone Inactive
Table 36: Standard values barcode scanner
*no pre-assignment or empty string

11.2.1.9 Standard values MINIMAT-EC screwdriver

Parameter Standard values
Reduction gear present No
Gear ratio 1,000
Degree of 100,0
efficiency
Rotation Inactive
reversal
Torque correction factor 100,0
Table 37: Standard values MINIMAT-EC screwdriver

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12 Screwdriving Strategies and Commands

12.1 Screwdriving Strategies
12.1.1 Fasten to Torque
The screwdriving strategy fasten to torque is a tightening / loosening process with stop control via
parameter torque. Angle monitoring is possible as an option.

Illustration 143: Screwdriving Application to torque

Strategy description:
At the start of the screwdriving sequence cycle time monitoring is started. Cyclic torque
measurements are performed. If the angle measurement option is active then angle measurements
are performed additionally starting at the preselected torque threshold.
Shut-off criteria:
The screwdriving process is ended once the:
Target torque is achieved
the maximum screwdriving time (monitoring time) is exceeded
the maximum angle of rotation is reached (only for angle monitoring)
Analysis:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving sequence is considered OK (fault free), if the shut off is achieved via torque
and the torque value is within the preset limits.
With optional Angle monitoring active the angle value must also be within the preset limits.
Not OK analysis:
The screwdriving sequence is evaluated as Not OK (faulty) if the final torque value is outside the
preset limits or the maximum screwdriving time has been exceeded.
If angle monitoring is active the screwdriving sequence is evaluated as Not OK, if the angle value
is outside the preset upper and lower limits.

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Parameters:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving Sequence:
 Supervision time: maximum time until the cut-out torque is reached
 Shut-off torque, shut-off torque upper limit /lower limit
 Speed
 Torque holding time
 Angle supervision: active / inactive
If angle monitoring is active the following parameters are added:
 Threshold torque for angle measurement start
 Angle lower limit / angle upper limit
 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

12.1.2 Extended Fasten to Torque

The screwdriving strategy extended fasten to torque is a tightening process with shut off at a
preset torque value. Angle monitoring is possible as an option.
Strategy Description:

Illustration 144: Expanded screwdriving to Torque

Strategy description:
At the start of the screwdriving sequence step time monitoring and at the same time the
screwdriver spindle with RPM1 is started.
Once the torque threshold for step one has been achieved, Sequence step 2 is started and the
speed setting is changed to RPM 2. Cyclic torque measurements “RPM 2” are performed. If the
angle monitoring option is active then angle measurements are performed in addition starting at
the preset torque threshold value (sequence step 2).
Shut-off criteria:
The screwdriving process is ended once the
target shut-off torque is achieved
the maximum screwdriving time (time monitoring) is expired
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Analysis:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving sequence is considered OK (fault free), if the shut-off occurs via torque and
the torque value is within the preset limits.
If the Angle monitoring option is active the final angle value must be within the preset limits.
Not OK evaluation:
The screwdriving sequence is evaluated as Not OK (faulty) if the final torque value is outside the
preset limits or the maximum screwdriving time has been exceeded.
If angle monitoring is active the screwdriving sequence is evaluated as Not OK, if the angle
value is outside the preset limits.
Parameters:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving sequence:
 Supervision time: Maximum time until the shut-off torque is reached
 shut-off torque, shut-off torque lower limit / upper limit
 Speed 1
 Threshold torque for Speed 2 (step 2)
 Speed 2
 Torque holding time
 Angle of rotation supervision: active / inactive
If the angle monitoring is active the following parameters are added.
 Threshold torque for angle measurement
 Angle lower limit / upper limit
 Automatic speed reduction in final tightening
Activation / Deactivation of automatic speed reduction in final tightening

IMPORTANT
The deactivation of automatic speed reduction can lead to reduced shut-
off precision and repeatability.

 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

12.1.3 Fasten / Loosen to Angle

The screwdriving strategy fasten / loosen to angle of rotation is a tightening / loosening process
with stop control via angular displacement (angle control).

Illustration 145: Screwdriving to Angle

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Illustration 146: Loosening on Angle

Strategy Description:
At the start of the screwdriving sequence time monitoring and angle measurement is started. Cyclic
torque measurements are performed.
Shut-off criteria:
The screwdriving process is ended once the
 shut-off angle is achieved
 the maximum screwdriving time (time monitoring) is exceeded
 the max. torque is reached
Analysis:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving level is considered OK (fault free), if the screwdriver shut-off occurs via the
angle of rotation and the value of the angle measurement is in the preset limits.
Furthermore, the torque value must be within the preset limits.
Not OK evaluation:
The screwdriving sequence is evaluated as Not OK (faulty) if the angle of rotation is outside the
preset limits or the screwdriving time has been exceeded.
If angle monitoring is active the screwdriving sequence is evaluated as Not OK, if the angle
value is outside the preset limits.

Parameters:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving sequence:
 Supervision time: maximum time until the shut-off angle is achieved
 Shut-off angle, shut-off angle upper limit /lower limit
 Torque upper limit /lower limit
 Speed
 Result value generation: final torque / maximum torque
 The resulting torque can be displayed as final torque (torque at end of screwdriving) or the
maximum torque (maximum torque achieved during the cycle) in the final values.
 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

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12.1.4 Fasten / Loosen to external Stop-Signal

is a tightening / loosening process with stop control via external signal.

Illustration 147: Fasten / Loosen to external Stop-Signal

Sequence of the screwdriving strategy:

At the start of the screwdriving sequence the screwdriver starts with preselected speed. Time
monitoring is started. Cyclic torque and angle measurements are performed. External stop signal is
monitored.
Shut-off criteria:
The screwdriving sequence is ended once the
 an external Stop-Signal is received
 the maximum angle is exceeded
 the maximum torque is exceeded
 the maximum allowable screwdriving time (time supervision) has run out
Evaluation:
O.K. Evaluation
The screwdriving sequence is considered OK (fault free), if the shut off is achieved via external
stop signal and the torque value and the angle value are within the preset limits.
NOT O.K. Evaluation
The screwdriving sequence is evaluated as Not OK (faulty) if the final torque value or the final
angle value is outside the preset limits or the maximum screwdriving time has been exceeded.
Parameters:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving sequence:
 Supervision time: maximum time until the cut-out angle is reached
 Angle lower limit / upper limit
 Torque lower limit / upper limit
 Speed
 Result value generation: final torque / maximum torque
 The resulting torque can be displayed as final torque (torque at end of screwdriving) or the
maximum torque (maximum torque achieved during the cycle) in the final values.
 Signal type: digital / analog
 Trigger signal: high / low
 Threshold value (for signal type analog only)
The threshold value is the absolute position in the taught range of the sensor.
 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

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12.1.5 Find
The screwdriving sample find can be used to facilitate threading the screw.
Sequence of the Screwdriving Strategy:
At the start of the screwdriving level the time monitoring and the angle measurement are started.
Cyclic torque measurements are performed.
Switching -Off Criteria:
The screwdriving sequence is completed when
 switching off angle or the shut-off torque is reached
 the maximum screwdriving time (monitoring time) is expired
Evaluation:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving level is considered OK (fault free), if the switching off occurs via the
angle of rotation or the torque.
Not OK evaluation:
The screwdriving level is evaluated as Not OK (faulty) if the torque is outside the set
limits or the screwdriving time has been exceeded.
Parameters:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving sample:
 Maximum time until the switching off angle is reached (monitoring time)
 Switching off angle
 Shut-off torque
 Torque upper limit
 Speed
 End value creation: End torque/maximum torque
Selectively the result torque can be displayed as end torque (torque at end of screwdriving) or the
maximum torque (maximum occurred torque) in the end values.
 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

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12.1.6 Friction value package (optional)

12.1.6.1 Friction value measurement
The function of the screwdriving sample is the tightening of a screw, while considering the friction
value prior to the head connecting to the surface.
Sequence of the screwdriving sample

Illustration 148: Friction value measurement

Switching off criteria:

The measuring process is ended once the
 end of the measuring range is reached
 a monitoring criteria is reached
 the maximum screwdriving time (monitoring time) is expired
Analysis:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving level is considered OK (fault free), if the friction value has been
determined and the value of the torque is in the set limits.
Not OK analysis:
The screwdriving level is evaluated as Not OK (faulty), if the friction moment in the
monitored window is outside the set limits or the determined friction value is outside the
indicated limits.
The screwdriving level is also evaluated as Not OK when the monitoring time is
exceeded.

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Parameter:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving sample:
 Supervision time
Maximum time until the screwdriving level is aborted
 Angle friction measurement
Input of the angle range in which the friction monitoring should be active.
 Friction value type: Mean value/maximum value
selectively the maximum value or mean value of the friction value can be used to determine
the friction torque.
 Friction torque lower limit
Input of a minimum torque that must not be undershot by individual torque values during the
friction monitoring.
 Friction torque upper limit
Input of a maximum torque that must not be exceeded by individual torque values during the
friction monitoring.
 Friction value lower limit
Input of the minimum torque that must not be undershot by the friction torque.
 Friction value upper limit
Input of the maximum torque that must not be exceeded by the friction torque. The limits of
the friction torque can be recorded tighter then the limits of the individual friction values.
 Speed
Input of the rotation speed that should be used for the screwdriving application.
 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

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12.1.6.2 Fasten to differential torque

The function of the screwdriving sample is the adding of a torque to an occurring torque in the
screwdriving application in a previous stage (e.g. friction measurement).
Sequence of the screwdriving sample:

Illustration 149: Screwdriving on differential torque

Switching off criteria:

The screwdriving process is ended once the
 cut-out torque is reached
 a monitoring criteria is reached
 the maximum screwdriving time (monitoring time) is expired
Analysis:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving level is considered OK (fault free), if the switching off occurs via the
differential moment and the value of the torque is in the set limits.
On the angle of rotation monitoring option the reached angle must be within the set
limits.
Not OK analysis:
The screwdriving level is evaluated as Not OK (faulty) if the torque is outside the set
limits.
On an active angle of rotation the screwdriving level is evaluated as Not OK, if the angle
of rotation is outside the indicated limits.
The screwdriving level is also evaluated as Not OK when the monitoring time is
exceeded.
Parameter:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving sample:
 Supervision time
Maximum time until the screwdriving level is aborted
 Differential torque
Input of the differential end moment
The actual target moment/torque results from the sum of the torque of the previous level and
the differential moment.

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 Differential torque lower limit

Lower limit of the differential end moment. The actual torque lower limit results from the sum
of the torque of the previous level and the lower limit of the differential moment.
 Differential torque upper limit
Upper limit of the differential end moment. The actual torque upper limit results from the sum
of the torque of the previous level and the upper limit of the differential moment.
 Speed 1
Input of the rotation speed that should be used for the screwdriving application.
 Threshold torque Speed 2
Input of the differential torque at which the torque decrease on the second rotation speed
occurs. The actual swell torque for the rotation speed decrease results from the sum of the
torque of the previous level and the differential moment.
 Speed 2
Input of the rotation speed that should be used for the screwdriving application.
 Torque holding time
A holding time can be defined to keep the torque for this time.
 Final values type: differential torque / total torque
Selectively the end torque can be displayed as difference between the total torque and the
torque of the previous level or as total torque in the end values.
 Angle supervision: active / inactive
Monitoring of the angle with a window angle if the angle monitoring is switched on, the
following parameters are added:
 Threshold torque
Input of the torque from when the angle monitoring should be started (compare point 1 in
Illustration 149: Screwdriving on differential torque).
 Angle upper limit
Upper limit of the end angle
 Angle lower limit
Lower limit of the end angle
 Automatic speed reduction in end tightening
Activation / Deactivation of automatic speed reduction in end tightening
IMPORTANT
Deactivating the automatic speed reduction may result in reduced accuracy of shut-off
and repeatability.

 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

12.1.6.3 Fasten dependent on friction value

The screwdriving sample friction dependent screwdriving connects the screwdriving sample friction
measurement and the screwdriving to differential moment.

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Sequence of the screwdriving sample:

Illustration 150: Screwdriving applications depending on friction

Switching off criteria:

The screwdriving process is ended once the
 cut-out torque is reached
 a monitoring criteria is reached
 the maximum screwdriving time (monitoring time) is expired
Analysis:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving level is considered OK (fault free), if the switching off occurs via the
differential moment and the value of the torque is in the set limits.
On the angle of rotation monitoring option the reached angle must be within the set
limits.
Not OK analysis:
The screwdriving level is evaluated as Not OK (faulty) if the torque is outside the set
limits or the determined friction value is outside the indicted limits.
On an active angle of rotation the screwdriving level is evaluated as Not OK, if the angle
of rotation is outside the indicated limits.
The screwdriving level is also evaluated as Not OK when the monitoring time is
exceeded.
Parameter:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving sample:
 Supervision time
Maximum time until the screwdriving level is aborted
 Threshold torque angle measurement
Input of the torque from when the angle counting should be started.
 Start angle friction measurement
Input of an angle that should be turned after reaching the swell moment, prior to activating
the friction value monitoring.
 Speed 1
Input of the rotation speed that should be used for the screwdriving application.
 Angle friction measurement
Input of the angle range in which the friction monitoring should be active. This range starts
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 Friction value type

Selectively the maximum value or mean value of the friction value can be used to determine
the friction torque.
 Friction torque lower limit
Input of a minimum torque that must not be undershot by individual torque values during the
friction monitoring.
 Friction torque upper limit
Input of a maximum torque that must not be exceeded by individual torque values during the
friction monitoring.
 Friction value lower limit
Input of the minimum torque that must not be undershot by the friction torque.
 Friction value upper limit
Input of the maximum torque that must not be exceeded by the friction torque. The limits of
the friction torque can be recorded tighter then the limits of the individual friction values.
 Threshold torque Speed 2
Input of the differential torque at which the rotation speed decrease on the second rotation
speed occurs. The actual swell moment for the rotation speed decrease is derived from the
detected friction torque and the differential torque.
 Speed 2
Input of the rotation speed that should be used for the screwdriving application.
 Differential torque
Input of the differential end moment.
The actual target moment/torque results from the sum of the determined torque and the
differential moment.
 Differential torque lower limit
Lower limit of the differential end moment. The actual torque lower limit results from the sum
of the lower limit of the friction moment and the lower limit of the differential moment.
 Differential torque upper limit
Upper limit of the differential end moment. The actual torque upper limit results from the sum
of the upper limit of the friction moment and the upper limit of the differential moment.
 Torque hold time
A holding time can be defined to keep the moment for this time.
 Final values type: Differential torque / total torque
Selectively the end torque can be displayed as difference between the total torque and the
torque of the previous level or as total torque in the end values.
 Angle supervision: active / inactive
Monitoring of the angle with a window angle if the angle monitoring is switched on, the
following parameters are added:
 Angle upper limit
Upper limit of the end angle. The value counts starting from the end of the friction
measurement.
 Angle lower limit
Lower limit of the end angle. The value counts starting from the end of the friction
measurement.
 Beschleunigung
Prozentualer Anteil an der maximalen Beschleunigung

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12.1.7 DEPRAG Clamp Force Control package (optional)

The DEPRAG Clamp Force Control software package is an adaptive screwdriving procedure which
provides excellent constancy in the pre-load force even with alternating framework conditions.
A complete screw assembly consists of the screwdriving template seating point detection and a
screw assembly to difference torque or screw assembly to angle.

12.1.7.1 Seating point detection

The screwdriving template seating point detection is used for the recognition of the seating point of
the screw as a basis for the following screw assembly to difference torque or screw assembly to
angle.

IMPORTANT
To enable seating point detection, the angle which is covered before the seating
point within the seating point detection screwdriving template, must be at least 720°.

Screwdriving template sequence:

Illustration 151: Seating point detection

Shut-off criteria:
The processing step is ended when
 seating point is detected
 torque upper limit has been reached
 maximum screwdriving time (monitoring time) is up

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Evaluation:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving step is evaluated as OK (no errors),
 if the seating point is detected and the pre-set limits have been adhered to.

NOT OK evaluation:
The screwdriving step is evaluated as NOT OK (errors),
 if the seating point is detected and the torque or angle at seating point is outside the pre-set
limits
 if the seating point is not detected before the time limit or torque upper limit is reached

Result values:
The values from the seating point are returned as the results. These then serve as the basis for
the subsequent difference torque or angle assembly.

Parameters:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving template:
 monitoring time
maximum time until the screwdriving step is cancelled
 Speed 1
Speed with which seating point detection should be run until the start angle.
 Seating point detection start angle
Angle from which seating point detection should be activated.
From this angle the speed is reduced to speed 2.
 Speed 2
Input of the speed that should be used for seating point detection.
 seating point torque lower limit
lower limit of the permissible seating point torque
 seating point torque upper limit
upper limit of the permissible seating point torque
 torque upper limit
upper limit of the torque
 Working range
Indicated in % of nominal torque of the screwdriver
Range in which seating point is to be expected
 angle lower limit
lower limit value of the angle of the seating point. The value counts from the beginning of the
screwdriving step.
 angle upper limit
upper limit value of the angle of the seating point. The value counts from the start of the
screwdriving step.
 Acceleration
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12.1.7.2 Screw assembly to difference torque

When assembling to difference torque, the torque from the previous step (e.g. seating point
detection) is increased by an adjustable value (addition of the difference torque).
Screwdriving template sequence:

Illustration 152: Screw assembly to difference torque

Shut-off criteria:
The processing step is ended when
 the shut-off torque has been reached
 one of the monitoring criterion has been reached
 the maximum screwdriving time (monitoring time) is up
Evaluation:
OK evaluation:
The screwdriving step is evaluated as OK (no errors) if shut-off occurs above the difference
torque and the value of the torque is within the set limits.
Under the option angle monitoring, the angle reached must also be within the set limits.
NOT OK evaluation:
The screwdriving step is evaluated as NOT OK (errors) if the torque is outside the pre-set limits.
During active angle control the screwdriving step is evaluated as NOT OK if the angle is outside
the pre-set limits.
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Parameters:
The following parameters are used in the screwdriving template:
 monitoring time
maximum time until the screwdriving step is cancelled
 difference torque
input of the difference end torque. The actual target torque is made up of the sum of the
torque of the previous step and the difference torque.
 difference torque lower limit
lower limit of the difference end torque. The actual torque lower limit is made up of the sum
of the torque of the previous step and the lower limit of the difference torque.
 difference torque upper limit
upper limit value of the difference end torque. The actual torque upper limit is made up of
the sum of the torque of the previous step and the upper limit of the difference torque.
 speed 1
input of the speed which should be used for assembly.
 threshold torque speed 2
input of the difference torque where the speed should be reduced to the second speed. The
actual threshold torque for the speed reduction is made up of the sum of the torque of the
previous step and the difference torque.
 speed 2
input of the speed which should be used for assembly after detection of the threshold
torque.
 torque holding time
a holding time can be defined in order to hold the torque for this length of time.
 end value generation: difference torque / total torque
the end torque can be displayed in the end values either as the difference between total
torque and the torque of the previous step or as the total torque.
 angle monitoring; active / inactive
monitoring of the angle with window angle.
if angle monitoring is switched on the following parameters are available as well:
o threshold torque
input of the torque which should be used as the signal to start angle monitoring (cf.
point 1 in Illustration 152: Screw assembly to difference torque).
o angle upper limit
upper limit value of the end angle.
o angle lower limit
lower limit value of the end angle.
 Automatic speed reduction in end tightening
Activation / Deactivation of automatic speed reduction in end tightening
 Acceleration
Percentage of maximum acceleration

IMPORTANT
Deactivating the automatic speed reduction may result in reduced accuracy of shut-off
and repeatability.

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12.2 Commands
12.2.1 Wait for input

IMPORTANT
Only the inputs of the I/O port GX2 (6.2.6.2 PLC1 port) are available for the
command "Wait for input" despite the control method selected

Waits for an input. Transition to a new screwdriving sequence occurs as soon as the input is
present.
Parameters:
 Maximum waiting time
 Input number

12.2.2 Set output

IMPORTANT
Only the inputs of the I/O port GX2 (6.2.6.2 PLC1 port) are available for the
command “Set output“ despite the control method selected.

Sets an output.
Parameters:
 Output number
 Time supervision: active / inactive
If time supervision is activated the following parameter is added:
- Time to reset

12.2.3 Reset output

IMPORTANT
Only the inputs of the I/O port GX2 (6.2.6.2 PLC1 port) are available for the
command “Reset output” despite the control method selected.

Resets an output.
Parameter:
 Output number

12.2.4 Display values

Displays the values of the previous screwdriving sequence on the touch screen. The command can
be used as often as required.

12.2.5 Save values

Saves the values of the previous screwdriving sequence in end value data set. The command can
be used as often as required. The end value data can be loaded from the sequence controller
AST12 via the web interface (see 13.1.2 Save end values).

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IMPORTANT
A maximum of the last three results are saved.
Results of NOK screw assemblies are always saved.

12.2.6 Waiting time

Adds a waiting time to a program.
Parameter:
 Waiting time

12.2.7 Print
Print out of the results of the previous screwdriving step on the serial printer port (see 13.1.5 End
values via printer).

12.2.8 Hold position

Holds the current position
Parameter:
 Holding time

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13 Documentation
For documentation of the end results of each individual assembly, the sequence controller AST12
records the end values and a graphic of the screwdriving procedure.

13.1 General
13.1.1 General
The end values are available via the following interfaces:
- Ethernet (website / REST/FTP upload)
- RS232 (printer)
- Fieldbus

The provision of end values via Fieldbus is only an option if the sequence controller AST12 has an
integrated Fieldbus module. The end values are available via the Fieldbus interface despite the
start type used (see 11.1.1 General parameters).

IMPORTANT
The data is only available if the screwdriving program contains the command “Save
end values” or if there are unsuccessful assemblies.
The screwdriving program must contain the command “Print” so that the data can be
printed out via the printer port. Results of unsuccessful assemblies are always printed.

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13.1.2 Save end values

The command "Save values“ can be used as often as you like in the screwdriving sequence,
however, only the last three values are saved. If an error occurs, the values are always saved.
The most recently saved values can always be found in the section Step_3 / Torque_3 / Angle_3.
If the command “Save values” has been used several times in the screwdriving program, the
previous values are moved upwards (Step_3  Step_2  Step_1).
If an error occurs in the screwdriving procedure, the screwdriving values of the unsuccessful step
are saved in the section Step_NOk / Torque_NOk / Angle_NOk.

Example:

Step3

Step3  Step2
Step3

StepNOk

Step2  Step1
Step3  Step2
Step3

Step2  Step1
Step3  Step2
Step3

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13.1.3 End values via fieldbus

The end values are made available via the fieldbus in a defined configuration.
The following end values are available via the fieldbus:
Name Data type Description

fd_Prog INT Program number

fd_Status INT Screwdriving status
fd_Time REAL Screwdriving time
fd_Step1 DINT Step number end value 1
fd_minTorque1 REAL Torque lower limit end value 1
fd_tarTorque1 REAL Torque target value end value 1
fd_maxTorque1 REAL Torque upper limit end value 1
fd_Torque1 REAL Torque value end value 1
fd_minAngle1 DINT Angle lower limit end value 1
fd_tarAngle1 DINT Angle target value end value 1
fd_maxAngle1 DINT Angle upper limit end value 1
fd_Angle1 REAL Angle value end value 1
fd_Step2 DINT Step number end value 2
fd_minTorque2 REAL Torque lower limit end value 2
fd_tarTorque2 REAL Torque target value end value 2
fd_maxTorque2 REAL Torque upper limit end value 2
fd_Torque2 REAL Torque value end value 2
fd_minAngle2 DINT Angle lower limit end value 2
fd_tarAngle2 DINT Angle target value end value 2.
fd_maxAngle2 DINT Angle upper limit end value 2
fd_Angle2 REAL Angle value end value 2
fd_Step3 DINT Step number end value 3
fd_minTorque3 REAL Torque lower limit end value 3
fd_tarTorque3 REAL Torque target value end value 3
fd_maxTorque3 REAL Torque upper limit end value 3
fd_Torque3 REAL Torque value end value 3
fd_minAngle3 DINT Angle lower limit end value 3
fd_tarAngle3 DINT Angle target value end value 3
fd_maxAngle3 DINT Angle upper limit end value 3
fd_Angle3 REAL Angle value end value 3
fd_StepNOk DINT Step number of an unsuccessful assembly
fd_minTorqueNOk REAL Torque lower limit of an unsuccessful assembly
fd_tarTorqueNOk REAL Torque target value of an unsuccessful assembly
fd_maxTorqueNO
REAL Torque upper limit of an unsuccessful assembly
k
fd_TorqueNOk REAL Torque value of an unsuccessful assembly

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Name Data type Description

fd_minAngleNOk DINT Angle lower limit of an unsuccessful assembly

fd_tarAngleNOk DINT Angle target value of an unsuccessful assembly
fd_maxAngleNOk DINT Angle upper limit of an unsuccessful assembly
fd_AngleNOk REAL Angle value of an unsuccessful assembly
fd_TorqueUnit INT Torque unit
fc_Status INT F function: Status
fc_ZaehlerSoll INT F function: Target assemblies
fc_ZaehlerIst INT F function: Actual assemblies
Table 38: End values via Fieldbus

13.1.4 End values via web interface / REST

The end value data is saved in a csv file if the screwdriving program contains the command “Save
values” or if the assembly is ended with an error. All values for one screw assembly are in a line.
One csv file is created per day. The data from the last seven working days is available. The end
values of assemblies which are older than seven working days are overwritten by new end values.
There is also the option to download end values in xlsx format.
The end values can be downloaded via the web interface in the menu Process data-> End values
(see 10.7.5.2 End values).

The *.csv file has the following format:

- Separator is a semi-colon (;)
- Decimal separator is a point (.)
Structure of the end value files (csv and xlsx format):
Title line: The title line contains the designators for the values saved in the individual columns.
The designators are comprised of a machine-readable identifier and the designator
as language-dependent plain text for the relevant parameters.

The structure of the identifier is as follows:

#: Start of identifier
xxx: Identifier number
_: End of identifier
Example:
#004_Error number (status of the assembly)
Data lines: Each line contains the results of a screw assembly in the set units

The compilation of required values takes place in the form of a format string, which you can define
via the web interface under Settings  Documentation (see 11.1.1.6 Documentation parameters).
All commands available for the compilation of end value data can be found in Table 40:
Commands for configuration of format strings. Each command begins with the @-symbol and ends
with a space character.

The standard format set on delivery is:

@date_iso @time @prog_num @errornum @runtime @torqueUnit @angleUnit @timeUnit
@step1 @torque1 @angle1 @step2 @torque2 @angle2 @step3 @torque3 @angle3 @stepNOk
@torqueNOk @angleNOk
This results in the following example file structure:

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#001_Date;#002_Time;#003_Programnumber;#004_ error
number;#005_Totalruntime;#042_Torqueunit;#043_Angleunit;#xxx113Timeunit;#006_Step1;#010_
Torque1;#014_Angle1;#015_Step2;#019_Torque2;#023_Angle2;#024_Step3;#028_Torque3;#032
_Angle3;#033_StepNOK;#037_TorqueNOK;#041_AngleNOK

Command Identifier Text

date_euro #001_ Date
date_usa #001_ Date
date_iso #001_ Date
time #002_ Time
prog_num #003_ Program number
errornum #004_ Error number
runtime #005_ Total run time
step1 #006_ Step 1
minTorque1 #007_ Torque lower limit 1
tarTorque1 #008_ Target torque 1
maxTorque1 #009_ Torque upper limit 1
torque1 #010_ Torque 1
minAngle1 #011_ Angle lower limit 1
tarAngle1 #012_ Target angle 1
maxAngle1 #013_ Angle upper limit 1
angle1 #014_ Angle 1
step2 #015_ Step 2
minTorque2 #016_ Torque lower limit 2
tarTorque2 #017_ Target torque 2
maxTorque2 #018_ Torque upper limit 2
torque2 #019_ Torque 2
minAngle2 #020_ Angle lower limit 2
tarAngle2 #021_ Target angle 2
maxAngle2 #022_ Angle upper limit 2
angle2 #023_ Angle 2
step3 #024_ Step 3
minTorque3 #025_ Torque lower limit 3
tarTorque3 #026_ Target torque 3
maxTorque3 #027_ Torque upper limit 3
torque3 #028_ Torque 3
minAngle3 #029_ Angle lower limit 3
tarAngle3 #030_ Target angle 3
maxAngle3 #031_ Angle upper limit 3
angle3 #032_ Angle 3
stepNOk #033_ Step NOK
minTorqueNOk #034_ Torque lower limit NOK
tarTorqueNOk #035_ Target torque NOK
maxTorqueNOk #036_ Torque upper limit NOK
torqueNOk #037_ Torque NOK
minAngleNOk #038_ Angle lower limit NOK
tarAngleNOk #039_ Target angle NOK

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Command Identifier Text

maxAngleNOk #040_ Angle upper limit NOK
angleNOk #041_ Angle NOK
torqueUnit #042_ Torque unit
angleUnit #043_ Angle unit
cal_range_min #048_ Calibrated range lower limit
cal_range_max #049_ Calibrated range upper limit
timeUnit #113_ Unit of time
serialnr_screwdriver #014_ Serial number MINIMAT-EC screwdriver
serialnr_controller #115_ Serial number controller
screwcounter #116_ Number of screw cycles
type_screwdriver #117_ Screwdriver type
type_controller #118_ Controller type
calibration_screwdriver #119_ Calibrated value of the MINIMAT-EC screwdriver
calibration_controller1 #120_ Controller calibrated value 1
calibration_controller2 #121_ Controller calibrated value 2
calibration_controller3 #122_ Controller calibrated value 3
calibration_controller4 #123_ Controller calibrated value 4
remark #124_ Remark (via Fieldbus or Open Protocol)
prog_name #125_ Program name
errortext #126_ Error text
barcode #127_ Barcode
duration1 #128_ Duration 1
duration2 #129_ Duration 2
duration3 #130_ Duration 3
durationNOk #131_ Duration NOK
Table 39: Assignment of the commands of the format string to the identifier in the title line of the end
value files

13.1.5 End values via printer

Data can be output in ASCII format via the serial printer port of the AST12. The required values are
compiled using a specific format string, which you can define via the web interface under Settings
 Documentation (see 11.1.1.6 Documentation parameters).
A format string can made up of any text and specified commands. The text is printed directly and
the commands are replaced by the relevant values. All commands available for the compilation of
the printout can be found in Table 40: Commands for configuration of format strings. Each
command begins with the @-symbol and ends with a space character.

On delivery, the standard format set is:

@date_iso @time PG: @prog_num ST: @step TQ: @torque @torqueUnit AN: @angle
@angleUnit @errortext
This results in the following example output:
2021-04-24 07:13:37 PG: 12 ST: 3 TQ: 2.15 Nm AN: 1080 °IO

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13.1.6 FTP upload of end values

The sequence controller AST12 gives the option of transferring the end values to an ftp server
automatically after each screw assembly. The activation and settings for ftp are found on the web
interface (see 10.7.8.8.2 FTP).
The file name can be configured. A format string is used which can be compiled from any text and
preset commands, where the text is directly added into the file name and commands are replaced
with the respective applicable value (see Table 40: Commands for configuration of format strings).
A command starts with the @-symbol and ends with a space character. The end of the file name is
.csv.

IMPORTANT
If the file name does not include a time stamp, the end values are overwritten for each
upload.

The standard format set on delivery is:

@type_controller _ @serialnr_controller _PG_@prog_num _@date_iso _@time
Which as an example can result in the following file name:
AST12-1_1234567_PG_1_2021-04-18_09_58_01.760.csv

13.2 Graphics
13.2.1 General
The sequence controller AST12 generates a screwdriving curve for each screw assembly. The
curves can be loaded from the sequence controller AST12 via the following interfaces:
• Ethernet (Weboberfläche / REST / DEPRAG Graph Viewer)
The last 100 – 1000 curves can be saved. You can set the number of curves to be recorded on the
sequence controller AST12 display (see 9.3.6.3 Documentation) or via the web interface (see
10.7.8.2 Documentation).
The screwdriving curves can be viewed directly on the sequence controller AST12 display in the
menu Process data -> Graphic data. For further analysis, the graphic data can be downloaded via
the web interface and opened in the DEPRAG Graph Viewer. DEPRAG Graph Viewer is an
optionally available software package (see 19.3.9 DEPRAG Graph Viewer).

13.2.2 Graphics via web interface / REST

The screwdriving curves can be downloaded via the web interface in the menu Process data ->
Screwdriving curves (see 10.7.5.3 Screwdriving curves).

13.2.3 FTP upload of graphics

The sequence controller AST12 gives the option of transferring the screwdriving curves to an ftp
server automatically after each screw assembly. The activation and settings for ftp are found on
the web interface (see 10.7.8.8.2 FTP).
The file name can be configured. A format string is used which can be compiled from any text and
preset commands, where the text is directly added into the file name and commands are replaced
with the respective applicable value (see Table 40: Commands for configuration of format strings).
A command starts with the @-symbol and ends with a space character. The end of the file name is
.rff.

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IMPORTANT
If the file name does not include a time stamp, the graphics are overwritten for each
upload.

The standard format set on delivery is:

@type_controller _ @serialnr_controller _PG_@prog_num _@date_iso _@time
Which as an example can result in the following file name:
AST12-1_1234567_PG_1_2021-04-18_09_58_01.760.rff

13.3 Commands for configuration of format strings

Each command starts with an @ sign and ends with a space.

FTP upload
Print string
End value
Command Value output Output format Example
ASCII code for a Individual @#010 => line
#xxx x
character character feed
date_euro Date Euro format day.month.year 24.04.2006 x x x
date_usa Date US format month/day/year 04/24/2006 x x
date_iso Date ISO format year-month-day 2006-04-24 x x x
hour:minute:
time Time 07:13:37 x x x
second
Number of screw
assemblies since
screwcounter switching the Number 1236 x x x
sequence
controller AST12
Serial number of
serialnr_controller the sequence Number 1234567 x x x
controller AST12
type_controller Controller type Text AST12-1 x x x
Calibrated value 1
calibration_controller1 of the sequence Number 14200 x x
controller AST12
Calibrated value 2
calibration_controller2 of the sequence Number 14200 x x
controller AST12
Calibrated value 3
calibration_controller3 of the sequence Number 14200 x x
controller AST12
Calibrated value 3
calibration_controller4 of the sequence Number 14200 x x
controller AST12
Serial number of
serialnr_screwdriver the MINIMAT–EC Text 1234567 x x x
screwdriver
type_screwdriver Screwdriver type Number 320E27-0042 x x x
Calibrated value
calibration_screwdriver Number 1.000 x x
of the MINIMAT–

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FTP upload
Print string
End value
Command Value output Output format Example
EC screwdriver
Calibrated value
cal_range_min measurement Number 1.000 x x
range lower limit
Calibrated value
cal_range_max measurement Number 5.000 x x
range upper limit
Customer specific
remark Text abcd x x x
remark
Barcode from
barcode Text abcd x x x
scanner
prog_num Program number Number 1 x x x
prog_name Program name Text Programm_1 x x x
Status / Error
errornum Number 0 x x
number
Torque not
errortext Status / Error text Text x x
reached
runtime Run time Number 0.5 x x
step Step number Number 3 x
torque End torque Number 0.215 x
angle Angle Number 1080 x
Torque target
torquetarget Number 0,200 x
value
torqueLL Torque lower limit Number 0.000 x
x
torqueUL Torque upper limit Number 0.350
angletarget Angle target value Number 1080 x
angleLL Angle lower limit Number 1000 x
angleUL Angle upper limit Number 1150 x
Step number end
step1 Number x
value 1
Torque lower limit
minTorque1 Number x
end value 1
Torque target
tarTorque1 Number x
value end value 1
Torque upper limit
maxTorque1 Number x
end value 1
Torque value end
torque1 Number x
value 1
Angle lower limit
minAngle1 Number x
end value 1
Angle target value
tarAngle1 Number x
end value 1
Angle upper limit
maxAngle1 Number x
end value 1
Angle value end
angle1 Number x
value 1
duration1 Step 1 duration Number x
Step number end
step2 Number x
value 2

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FTP upload
Print string
End value
Command Value output Output format Example
Torque lower limit
minTorque2 Number x
end value 2
Torque target
tarTorque2 Number x
value end value 2
Torque upper limit
maxTorque2 Number x
end value 2
Torque value end
torque2 Number x
value 2
Angle lower limit
minAngle2 Number x
end value 2
Angle target value
tarAngle2 Number x
end value 2
Angle upper limit
maxAngle2 Number x
end value 2
Angle value end
angle2 Number x
value 2
Step number end
step3 Number x
value 3
duration2 Step 2 duration Number x
Torque lower limit
minTorque3 Number x
end value
Torque target
tarTorque3 Number x
value end value 3
Torque upper limit
maxTorque3 Number x
end value 3
Torque value end
torque3 Number x
value 3
Angle lower limit
minAngle3 Number x
end value 3
Angle target value
tarAngle3 Number x
end value 3
Angle upper limit
maxAngle3 Number x
end value 3
Angle value end
angle3 Number x
value 3
duration3 Step 3 duration Number x
Step number end
stepNOk Number x
value NOK
Torque lower limit
minTorqueNOk Number x
end value NOK
Torque target
tarTorqueNOk value end value Number x
NOK
Torque upper limit
maxTorqueNOk Number x
end value NOK
Torque value end
torqueNOk Number x
value NOK
Angle lower limit
minAngleNOk Number x
end value NOK
Angle target value
tarAngleNOk Number x
end value NOK

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FTP upload
Print string
End value
Command Value output Output format Example
Angle upper limit
maxAngleNOk Number x
end value NOK
Angle value end
angleNOk Number x
value NOK
Step NOK
durationNOk Number x
duration
torqueUnit Torque unit Text Nm x x
angleUnit Angle unit Text ° x x
timeUnit Time unit Text ms x x
Table 40: Commands for configuration of format strings

14 Maintenance and repair

14.1 General
Incorrect disassembly or assembly can lead to injury of an operator and damage of the ma-
chine. Disassembly and assembly work may only be carried out by DEPRAG or qualified
personnel.
Recommendations should help to uphold warranty claims.
 Keep the device in a dry place. Precipitation, dampness and all types of fluids or wet
conditions may contain minerals which corrode electric circuitry.
 Do not keep or use the device in dusty or dirty surroundings. The moveable parts and
electronic components could be damaged.
 Do not keep the device in hot conditions. High temperatures can shorten the life of
electric devices and deform or melt certain plastics.
 Do not keep the device in cold conditions. Internal dampness can build up and damage
the electric circuitry when the device then is moved to normal temperature conditions.
 Do not try to open the device in any other way than in the instructions.
 Do not let the device fall, be hit or bumped and do not shake it. Rough handling can
damage electronic circuitry and mechanical parts.
 Do not use any harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong cleaning agents to clean
the device.
 Do not paint the device. Paint could stick together moveable parts and prevent correct
operation of the device.

WARNING
To avoid damage to surface finish, avoid using chlorine bleach, chlorine
based cleaners, abrasive substances, ammonia, rags or cleaning pads
containing metallic particles!
Use adequate cleaning agent!
 Clean the TFT-Touch-Display with a soft, clean and lightly dampened cloth (mild liquid
soap).
 Unauthorised alterations or additions can damage the device and violate specifications.

Please contact customer service for replacement of the backup battery.

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Product information on the life span of the backup battery

The backup battery is used to back up the date and time. It has a backup time of at
least 1 year at 25 °C.
If the sequence controller is switched off frequently or for long periods of time it is
possible that the battery may discharge more quickly.

14.2 Software update

The software update is executed via the update service.
The update service provides the option of updating the controller to the latest software version.
These contain new functions and the most up-to-date security package for your controller.
To use the update service, the software update must be activated in DEPRAG Apps. Then the
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14.2.1 Update activation

Software updates are activated on the AST12 website.
In the menu DEPRAG Apps  Software update, the required update package can be activated.
Proceed as follows:
- Select the required update package:
1 year or one-off update service & security package.
- The activation dialog is opened by clicking on the button "Activation".

Illustration 153: Activation dialog

- Download the request file.
- Carry out activation in the myDEPRAG customer portal as descried in 10.7.7.7 Activation.
- Once the activation has been received load the activation file on the sequence controller
AST12 in the activation dialog.
After activating the update package, the controller can be updated within the selected time period.

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14.2.2 Update execution

The controller is updated with the latest software version by installing the update package. The
installation file is received via the specified link or alternatively from your DEPRAG technical
advisor.

After starting the update process, the controller is not available for a few minutes.
Please pay attention to the detailed instructions on the display and then switch off
the controller when prompted.

Proceed as follows to activate the software:

- Start the AST12 website.

- Open the menu Settings->Update
- Select the available update package using the button "SELECT FILE"

- The update file is loaded onto the controller:

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• Start the update via the button "Update device"

• After a short time the following message appears on the sequence controller AST12 display:

• The sequence controller AST12 now executes the update. Once the update is ended, the
sequence controller AST12 restarts and you are directed to the log in page on the website.
Do not use the website during the update.

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15 Error messages and troubleshooting

15.1 System errors

IMPORTANT
Before switching on the sequence controller, it must have been switched off for at least
20s!

System errors are errors of the whole system. Different actions are required depending on the error
type. The system errors are relayed via the system status. They are available from the following
interfaces:
- Controller display
- Web/REST
- Fieldbus
Errors can be acknowledged using the same interfaces.

System status structure:

The system status is made up of:
• The error group,
• the error type and
• the error number.

Different groups of errors can occur:

Error group Description
101 Error screwdriving regulator
102 Error screwdriver logic
103 Error main controller
104 Error communication web/REST
105 Error communication display
106 Error internal communication
107 Error I/O
108 Error fieldbus
Table 41: Error groups

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Different types of error can occur:

Error type Meaning Description

A warning is an indication of a potentially incorrect

001 Warning status of the system. Warnings can be
acknowledged and cleared.
System errors are errors in the system which can
be acknowledged. They remain until the cause has
002 System error
been resolved and the error acknowledged and
cleared.
Serious system errors are errors in the system
003 Serious system error which cannot be acknowledged and cleared. The
sequence controller AST12 must be restarted.
Table 42: Error types
Example of a system error: 101003006
• 101 Error group Screwdriving regulator
• 003 Serious system error
• 006 Temperature too high

If the sequence controller AST12 is defective it should be sent to DEPRAG. Never try to find or
solve electrical problems yourself.
15.1.1 Error group 101: Screwdriver control
Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Serious system
1 Encoder index signal not found!
error
Make sure that the EC screwdriver
Serious system QEP position sensor signal
2 drive can move freely. Restart the
error absent or wrong
sequence controller AST12.
Serious system
3 Initialization error, spindle free?
error
Serious system Capacitor precharge error,
4
error power unit damaged
Contact DEPRAG Service.
Serious system
5 Overcurrent in power unit
error
Serious system Check the screwdriving process and
6 error Temperature too high! adjust if necessary. If required, contact
DEPRAG Service for advice.
Serious system
7 Error range
error
Serious system
8 Undervoltage
error
Serious system
9 External watchdog
error
Serious system
10 reserved
error
Serious system Contact DEPRAG Service.
11 reserved
error
Serious system
12 reserved
error
Serious system
13 reserved
error
Serious system
14 reserved
error
15 Serious system reserved

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Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
error
Serious system
16 Flash error
error
Serious system RAM error or setup
17 error information/adjustment values
in Flash not readable
Serious system 5V supply lower than 4.4 volts
18
error or higher than 5.5 volts
Serious system 3.3V supply lower than 3.1 volts
19
error or higher than 3.5 volts
Serious system
20 reserved
error
Serious system 24V supply lower than 21 volts
21
error or higher than 26.5 volts
Serious system Driver supply (nominal 16V)
22 error lower than 11 volts or higher
than 17 volts
Serious system
23 reserved
error
Serious system
24 reserved
error
Serious system
25 reserved
error
Serious system
26 reserved
error
Serious system The directory of the flash file
27 error system could not be read.
Flash must be reformatted.
Serious system A system file could not be found
28
error in flash file system.
Serious system
29 reserved
error
Serious system
30 reserved
error
Serious system
31 reserved
error
Serious system Attempt to write to write-
32
error protected flash area.
Serious system External 24V supply
33 error overloaded, check 24V
connections
Serious system 8V supply lower than 7 volts or
34
error higher than 9 volts.
Serious system The motor controller self-test
35 error has detected a defective output
driver.
Serious system Intermediate circuit voltage
36
error outside tolerance
Serious system Power supply, frequency or
37 Check network supply
error voltage outside tolerance
Serious system Communication out of
38
error synchronisation
Contact DEPRAG Service.
Serious system
39 Braking resistance overloaded
error
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Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
error adjust if necessary. If required, contact
DEPRAG Service for advice.
Serious system
41 Braking resistor not ok Contact DEPRAG Service.
error
Serious system Switch the sequence controller AST12
42 no connection to I/O interface
error off for at least 20 seconds and on
Serious system again. If the error persists contact
43 No PFC-module online!
error DEPRAG Service.
Serious system Rotation direction wrong. Screwdriver must be checked. Contact
44
error Please check motor phases! DEPRAG Service.
Serious system CPLD could not be Make sure that the inputs STO1 and
45
error programmed. STO2 are low or unplug GX7/GX8.
Serious system The CPLD version could not be
46 Switch the AST12 off for at least 20
error read
seconds and on again. If the error
Serious system The switching circuit U3 has
47 persists contact DEPRAG Service.
error signalled over temperature!
Serious system An attempt was made to switch
error on the drive even though the
48 self-test had not been
completed as the STO signal
was not present.
Serious system The self-test detected an error
49
error in the STO1 process. Switch the sequence controller AST12
Serious system The self-test detected an error off for at least 20 seconds and then on
50
error in the STO2 process. again. If the error persists, contact
Serious system The self-test detected an error DEPRAG Service.
51
error in the STO2 UDR switch-off.
Serious system An illegal interrupt was
52
error executed.
Serious system The GaN FETs continuous error
53 error monitoring has registered an
error.
Serious system
54 unknown error Contact DEPRAG Service.
error
Table 43: Screwdriver control system errors

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15.1.2 Error group 102: Screwdriver logic

Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Check the screwdriving process and
Serious
1 Temperature too high! adjust if necessary. If required, contact
system error
DEPRAG service.
Serious
2 Flash not found!
system error
Serious Error when reading flash file
3
system error system directory!
Serious
4 Access to protected flash areas!
system error
Serious
5 Parameter storage corrupt!
system error
Serious
6 File not found!
system error
Serious Adjustment file corrupt or
7
system error uninitialized!
Contact DEPRAG Service.
Serious
8 Resolver signals too low!
system error
Serious
9 Supply voltage outside range!
system error
Serious
10 5V supply outside range!
system error
Serious
11 Parameter outside limits!
system error
Serious Number of available measuring
12
system error systems not correct!
Serious
13 unknown error
system error
Table 44: Screwdriver logic system errors

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15.1.3 Error group 103: Main controller

Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Connect a DEPRAG MINIMAT-EC
Serious system screwdriver, before switching on the
1 Screwdriver not found!
error sequence controller AST12.
Check screwdriver connection.
Serious system Switch the sequence controller AST12
2 Power unit not found!
error off for at least 20 seconds and on again.
Serious system If the error persists contact DEPRAG
3 Screwdriver control not found!
error Service.
4 System error File not found! Switch the sequence controller AST12
5 System error File could not be opened! off for at least 20 seconds and then on
again. If the error persists, contact
6 System error File could not be saved! DEPRAG Service.
7 System error reserved
Lost settings! Default values are Acknowledge the message. Check the
8 System error
set. settings and adjust if necessary.
Switch the sequence controller AST12
off for at least 20 seconds and then on
Serious system There is not enough memory
9 again. If the error persists, contact
error available for graph record!
DEPRAG Service.

10 Warning FTP: connection failed! The FTP connection has a timeout of 3

11 Warning FTP: login failed! seconds, i.e. the transfer is interrupted if
it takes longer than 3 seconds.
FTP: directory on server does
12 Warning Check the network connection and FTP
not exist!
settings. If the error persists, contact
13 Warning FTP: file transfer failed! DEPRAG Service.
Switch off the AST12 for at least 20
Serious system An error has occurred while seconds and switch it back on again. If
14
error saving the data the error persists, contact DEPRAG
Service.
15 Warning Could not read from file!
16 Warning Could not write to file!
Switch off the AST12 for at least 20
Serious system The controller's power class is seconds and switch it back on again. If
17
error invalid the error persists, contact DEPRAG
Service.
Make sure that you have connected a
Serious system Screwdriver and power unit do
18 DEPRAG MINIMAT-EC screwdriver to
error not match!
the sequence controller AST12.
Invalid software version main
19 System error
controller!
Invalid software version power
20 System error
unit! The software versions installed on the
Invalid software version controller are incompatible. Perform a
21 System error
screwdriver control! rollback or install an update to fix the
Invalid software version problem.
22 System error
screwdriver logic!
23 System error Invalid software version display!
24 System error Invalid software version website!
Serious system Switch the sequence controller AST12
25 Screwdriver logic update error
error off for at least 20 seconds and on again.
Serious system If the error persists contact DEPRAG
26 Power unit update error
error Service.

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Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Serious Adjustment file not readable!
27 The sequence controller AST12 needs
System error
to be recalibrated!
Serious
28 Calibration values out of range! Contact DEPRAG Service.
System error
Switch off the AST12 for at least 20
Serious system seconds and switch it back on again. If
29 Unknown type of power unit
error the error persists, contact DEPRAG
Service.
The barcode scanner is not Switch off the AST12 for at least 20
30 System error
initialised seconds and switch it back on again. If
Serious Error while opening the serial the error persists, contact DEPRAG
31
System error port of the barcode scanner Service.
Check that the barcode you have
The scanner settings do not scanned is a maximum of 31 characters
match the controller or the long including the end symbol. Check
32 Warning
scanned barcode is too long or that the settings on the barcode scanner
has no end character! match those on the controller (baud -
rate, end symbol, etc.).
Acknowledge the message. Then check
Scanner settings lost!
33 System error the scanner settings and adjust if
Default values are set.
necessary.
Set the date and time. Switch the
Date and time are not set. sequence controller AST12 off and then
34 Warning If this error persists, the back-up on again after a short time.
battery must be changed. If the error is still displayed, contact
DEPRAG Service.
Switch off the AST12 for at least 20
Serious system Power unit type does not match seconds and switch it back on again. If
35
error the performance class! the error persists, contact DEPRAG
Service.
The software versions installed on the
Invalid software version process sequence controller AST12 are not
36 System error
control! compatible. Execute a rollback or an
update to resolve the issue.
Switch the sequence controller AST12
off for at least 20 seconds and then on
Serious system
37 unknown error again. If the error persists, contact
error
DEPRAG Service.

Table 45: Main controller system errors

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15.1.4 Error group 104: Communication with internal REST interface

Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Acknowledge the message. Check that
the MQTT broker is online and
1 System error MQTT connection broken
accessible for the sequence controller
AST12.
Serious system
2 unknown error Please contact DEPRAG Service
error
Table 46: Communication system errors

15.1.5 Error group 105: Communication with display

Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Serious system
1 No connection to display!
error
Serious system
2 Timeout
error
Serious system
3 Unable to send! Switch the AST12 off for at least 20
error
seconds and on again. If the error
Serious system
4 Sending not possible! persists contact DEPRAG Service.
error
Serious system
5 Queue not opened!
error
Serious system
6 No data to send!
error
Serious system
7 unknown error Please contact DEPRAG Service
error
Table 47: Communication with display system errors

15.1.6 Error group 106: Internal communication

Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Serious
1 No connection
system error
Serious
2 General error
system error
Serious
3 Checksum error
system error
Serious
4 Module not found
system error
Serious
5 Unknown command
system error
Serious Switch the AST12 off for at least 20
6 Timeout
system error seconds and on again. If the error
Serious persists contact DEPRAG Service.
7 Access to write-protected area
system error
Serious
8 Value out of limits
system error
Serious Power unit program file could not
9
system error be opened!
Serious
10 Error reading bootloader!
system error
Serious
11 Error opening file!
system error
12 Serious Error reading flash!

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Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
system error
Serious
13 unknown error
system error
Table 48: Internal communication system errors

15.1.7 Error group 107: I/O ports

Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Serious system
1 Unable to map memory!
error
Serious system
2 Read failed Switch the AST12 off for at least 20
error
seconds and on again. If the error
Serious system
3 Write failed persists contact DEPRAG Service.
error
Serious system
4 unknown error
error
Table 49: I/O ports system errors

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15.1.8 Error group 108: Fieldbus

Error
Error type Description Troubleshooting
number
Serious system
1 No fieldbus module found!
error
Serious system
2 Too many values to read/write!
error
Serious system No connection to the fieldbus
3 Switch the sequence controller AST12
error module!
Serious system off for at least 20 seconds and then on
4 Unable to open port! again. If the error persists, contact
error
DEPRAG Service.
5 System error Wrong fieldbus module found!
Serious system Error while reflashing the fieldbus
6
error module
Serious system
7 unknown error
error
Table 50: Fieldbus system errors

15.2 Screwdriving sequence errors

Number Text displayed Meaning Troubleshooting
No error, assembly ended
0 OK -
correctly
The screwdriving step
1 Timeout supervision time has been
exceeded.
The screwdriving step
Angle of rotation
2 minimum angle has not been
underrun
reached.
The screwdriving step Check the screwdriving
Angle of rotation
3 maximum angle has been process and adjust the
exceeded
exceeded. program if necessary.
The screwdriving step
4 Torque underrun minimum torque has not
been reached.
The screwdriving step
5 Torque exceeded maximum torque has been
exceeded.
An invalid program has been
Power unit: invalid
6 communicated to the power Recheck the program.
program
unit.
Too many I/O The program contains too Check the screwdriving
7
commands many I/O commands. program.
8 Start error Start error -
Program is invalid (does not Check the program and
9 Invalid program exist or has been created for adjust if necessary or select a
a different screwdriver) different program.
The start signal has been The start signal must remain
10 Interrupt reset before proper pending until the end of the
completion of the assembly. assembly.
Check the screwdriving
The set limit for the motor process and adjust if
11 Torque limitation motor
torque has been reached. necessary. Contact DEPRAG
Service if required.
When holding the torque, the Check the screwdriving
12 Error at hold torque torque has fallen below the process and adjust the
target torque at the end. program if necessary.
13 Power unit: write error Error when writing program Recheck the program.

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Number Text displayed Meaning Troubleshooting

Switch the sequence
controller AST12 off for at
Power unit not initialised with
14 Power unit not initialised least 20 seconds and then on
screwdriver data
again. If the error persists,
contact DEPRAG Service.
15 Holding position error Position could not be held.
Friction torque in supervised Check the screwdriving
16 Friction value underrun
window too low process and adjust the
Friction torque in supervised program if necessary.
17 Friction value exceeded
window too high
Check the screwdriving
Tool overload over a defined process and adjust if
18 I²t-overrun
time period necessary. Contact DEPRAG
Service if required.
The program number is not Enter a program number from
19 Program number invalid
permissible. 1 – 1000.
One of the emergency stop Reapply emergency stop
20 Emergency stop error
signals is not present. signal
Assembly was ended Check screwdriver cable
Power unit has switched
21 because the power unit connections. Contact
off
switched off. DEPRAG Service if required.
The total run time of the Check the screwdriving
22 Total time exceeded screwdriving program has process and adjust the
been exceeded. This is 60 s. program if necessary.
23 Plausibility torque The results from the
measurement transducer 1
Contact DEPRAG Service.
24 Plausibility angle and motor indicate difference
is too great.
25 Redundancy torque The results of both
measurement transducers
Contact DEPRAG Service.
26 Redundancy angle indicate that difference is too
great.
The screwdriving step
Torque at seating point
27 seating point torque has not
not reached Check the screwdriving
been reached.
process and adjust the
The screwdriving step
Torque at seating point program if necessary.
28 seating point torque has been
exceeded
exceeded.
Check the cables.
Possible cause:
29 Watchdog triggered Contact DEPRAG Service if
STO1 cable fault
required.
Scan a barcode or set
30 Barcode missing
“Enforce barcode” to inactive.
31 Friction torque underrun Check the screwdriving
32 Friction torque exceeded process, adjust if necessary.
Create a system backup and
33 General error General error
send it to DEPRAG Service.
Table 51: Screwdriving sequence errors

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16 Help with faults

If a fault occurs, check whether the instructions stated in the safety regulations and operating
manual have been adhered to. If not, take the necessary measures.

The following table lists possible faults:

Fault Troubleshooting
Touch display remains dark Check that the power cable is plugged in. Check that the
sequence controller AST12 is switched on at the on/off switch.
Sequence controller AST12
see 15 Error messages and troubleshooting
displays error
No connection to sequence Check that the check IP address is set on the sequence controller
controller AST12 possible AST12.
Display does not react to touch Press harder on the touch display.
Make sure that you only use a finger or the optionally available
pen to touch the display.
Check that you are touching the display where there is a button,
switch or entry field on the screen.

Table 52: Help with faults

If the sequence controller AST12 is defective it should be sent to DEPRAG. Never try to find or
solve electrical problems yourself.

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17 Function extensions
Function extensions are optional software modules for the AST12, which can only be used after
activation.
17.1 Process visualisation
This extension provides two solutions.
You can use the process visualisation in the menu Process data on any end device. Simply
connect your smartphone or tablet to the DEPRAG controller.
- Support for mobile end devices
- Realtime display of the assembly

In addition, you have the option of using Virtual Network Computing (VNC) to access the controller
display. This function facilitates both display and operation of the screen. Activate the server
function of the controller under Activation. Remote access requires client software. Access is
gained using the IP address of the controller via port 5900 and using the password ast12vnc.
- Remote access to the sequence controller
- Unrestricted display and operation of the screen

Illustration 154: Process visualisation

17.2 Security & change tracking

This extension optimally prepares your AST controller for use in networked systems. The
connections and parameterisations can be encrypted. As standard, we deactivate access to the
controller via the internet. From one of the next software versions onwards, there will also be a so-
called “change history” available for each setting. This enables analysis and evaluation of any
changes.
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
- Access from the internet activatable
- Integrated permissions and role concept

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18 Industry 4.0 interfaces (MQTT, REST, FTP)

These interfaces allow you to control and adjust parameters on the sequence controller AST12 via
your software. The options range from automatic creation of screwdriving programs right through to
configuration. The FTP connection, MQTT and REST protocol are all part of the Industry 4.0
interfaces. The simple protocol and high reliability enable fast and inexpensive start up.
• Back up your end data via FTP
• Creation of screwdriving programs
• Information relating to the sequence controller AST12
• Fast start up

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19 Equipment
19.1 Required accessories
19.1.1 Power cable AST12-1
Name Part no.
Power cable EU 833790
Power cable US 833791
Power cable UK 833792
Power cable Brazil 207388
Power cable China 832927

19.1.2 Power cable AST12-2

Name Part no.
Power cable KN-AST10/11/40-EU 385443A
Power cable KN-AST10/11/40-US 385443B
Power cable KN-AST10/11/40-China 385443C
Power cable KN-AST10/40-Brasilien 385443D

19.2 Optional accessories

19.2.1 Base
Base for tabletop set-up of the sequence controller AST12
Name Part no.
Base 120234A

19.2.2 Connection cable AST12 – PC

The cable connects the sequence controller AST12 with the company network or PC network port.
It is needed to access the web interface via the sequence controller.
Name Part no.
Patch cable 831902

19.2.3 Barcode scanner

The barcode scanner can be used for program selection and / or documentation.
Serial scanners which provide an end character are supported. Scanners with two end characters
are not supported. The end character can be within the range 0x0A to 0x0F (decimal 10 to 15).
Barcodes with a length up to 31 characters including end characters are supported.
Name Part no.
Barcode scanner 914783A

19.2.4 Connection cable AST12 – Barcode scanner

The cable is used to connect the sequence controller AST12 with a serial barcode scanner.
Name Part no.
Connection cable 128136A

19.2.5 Touch pen

Special pen for easier operation of the touch display.
Name Part no.
Pen 146905

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19.2.6 Toolbox
The Toolbox TB 7 is used for provision of up to 7 inserting tools for the MINIMAT-EC screwdriver
and for automatic program selection on the sequence controller AST12 or a PLC controller when
an inserting tool is removed.
Name Part no.
Toolbox TB7 398097B

All catalogs are available for download from our web site: https://www.deprag.com

19.3 Optional software solutions

19.3.1 Software update sequence controller AST12
Name Part no.
Single software update release key 142966
Software update annual licence release key 142965

19.3.2 Clamp Force Control (seating point detection)

The software package DEPRAG Clamp Force Control contains the following additional
screwdriving templates:
- Seating point detection
- Assembly to differential torque
For a more detailed description see 12.1.7 DEPRAG Clamp Force Control package (optional).
The software package must be activated, as described under 10.7.7.7 Activation.
Name Part no.
Clamp Force Control (seating point detection) release key
1 licence 142961
5 licences 171966
10 licences 172017
20 licences 172019
50 licences 172022
Clamp Force Control (seating point detection) 30 day test version 165988

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19.3.3 Software package Friction dependent screw assembly

The software package Friction dependent screw assembly contains the following additional
screwdriving templates:
- Friction measurement
- Assembly to differential torque
- Friction dependent screw assembly
For a more detailed description see 12.1.6 Friction value package (optional).
The software package must be activated, as described under 10.7.7.7 Activation.
Name Part no.
Friction dependent torque assembly release key
1 licence 142959
5 licences 172231
10 licences 172257
20 licences 172276
50 licences 172286
Friction dependent torque assembly 30 day test version 165936
Friction dependent screw assembly release key 142959

19.3.4 Process data in the web

The software package must be activated as described in 10.7.7.7 Activation.
Name Part no.
Process visualisation release key 144248
Process visualisation 30 day test version 165990

19.3.5 Security and change tracking

The software package must be activated as described in 10.7.7.7 Activation.
Name Part no.
Security and change tracking release key 144251
Security and change tracking 30 day test version 165991

19.3.6 Industry 4.0 interface

The software package must be activated as described in 10.7.7.7 Activation.
Name Part no.
Industry 4.0 interface release key 142962
Industry 4.0 interface 30 day test version 165989

19.3.7 TIA Link

The software TIA link is used for simple and fast integration of the sequence controller AST12 in
SIMATIC. It contains integration with the TIA Portal as well as several Quick-Start projects.
Name Part no.
TIA Link release key 135839

19.3.8 TwinCAT Link

The software TwinCAT link is used for simple and fast integration of the sequence controller
AST12 in Beckhoff controllers. It contains integration with Beckhoff controllers as well as several
Quick-Start projects.
Name Part no.
TwinCAT Link release key 140996

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19.3.9 DEPRAG Graph Viewer

Illustration 155: DEPRAG Graph Viewer

The DEPRAG Graph Viewer program can be downloaded free of charge via the web interface or
myDEPRAG customer portal (https://my.deprag.com). However, the use of the program is subject
to cost.
Designation Product–Code
Graph Viewer release key
1 licence 128901
5 licences 172649
10 licences 172650
20 licences 172689
50 licences 172713
Update DEPRAG Graph Viewer 139522

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1.1.1 DEPRAG Data eXchange

Illustration 156: DFEPRAG Data eXchange

The DEPRAG Data eXchange program can be downloaded free of charge via the web interface.
However, the use of the program is subject to cost.
Designation Part no.
Data eXchange release key 132680

19.3.10 DEPRAG Cockpit

The software download is available from the myDEPRAG customer portal (my.deprag.com).
Bezeichnung Best.–Nr.
DEPRAG Cockpit Freischaltschlüssel
5 Gerätelizenzen 142967
10 Gerätelizenzen 142968
20 Gerätelizenzen 142978
50 Gerätelizenzen 142979

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19.3.11 DEPRAG Operator Guidance

The program DEPRAG Operator Guidance can be downloaded free of charge from the web
interface or the myDEPRAG customer portal (my.deprag.com). There is however a charge to use
it.
Name Part no.
DEPRAG Operator Guidance release key
1 licence 146536
5 licences 172733
10 licences 172734
20 licences 172735
50 licences 172736

19.3.12 DEPRAG Universal Robots Link

The program DEPRAG Universal Robots Link can be downloaded free of charge from the web
interface or the myDEPRAG customer portal (my.deprag.com). There is however a charge to use
it.
Name Part no.
Universal Robots Link release key 164982

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20 Glossary

Term Description
AST see Sequence controller

Clearance for start If the clearance for start is activated then the screwdriver will only start if
there are 24V at the clearance to start input. Otherwise the sequence
controller is not ready for screwdriving.
Command General program step to create the screwdriving sequence (e.g. setting
the output).
DAST Software package DAST is used to supervise the operation and
visualisation of the screwdriver sequence controller (AST
series) through the system control.
EC screwdriver The screwdriver has a brushless electronic drive (EC motor, abbreviation
for electronic commutate).
EC servo screwdriver The screwdriver has a brushless electronic drive (EC motor, abbreviation
for electronic commutate) and has integrated, sensor controlled torque
and angle of rotation measurement.
Encoder Visual sensor to detect the current position of a motor shaft or a drive unit
ED screwdriver The electric screwdriver with digital display (ED abbreviation for electric
digital).
Ethernet Data network technology for local data networks to exchange data
between all devices connected in a network (computer, printer, etc.).
EtherNet/IP Ethernet-based fieldbus for control and data exchange with sequence
controller or base station, developed by the company Allen-Bradley
EtherCAT Ethernet-based fieldbus for control and data exchange with sequence
controller or base station, initiated by the company Beckhoff
Final value dataset The dataset in which all results data for the screw assembly is stored.
Handheld screwdriver Screwdriver for use on manual work stations
High Signal level +24V
Impact start The screwdriver starts as soon as the bit is pushed and engages.
Lever start The screwdriver starts as soon as a button or lever on the screwdriver is
actuated.
Low Signal level 0V
Mean value Mean value of a certain number of measurements.
1 n
x  xn
n i 1
Main controller Component for processing screwdriving programs
Monitoring criteria Criteria which causes the screwdriving program to abort even if the shut-
off criteria have not yet been reached (e.g. time monitoring, angle
monitoring during torque assemblies).
MC see main controller
n.c. not connected – the indicated pin is not connected

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Term Description
NOK not error free
OK error free
Power unit Component for motor control of the screwdriver
Position control stand Controls the position of tools on manual work stations
Process capability Cp = total specific torque tolerance of the
index (Cp) connection: 6 Sigma (s).
This index only provides information about the spread of the torque
values.
upper_limi t  lower_limi t
Cp 
6s
Process capability Is defined as the minimum of:
coefficient (Cpk) upper_limi t  lower_limi t
1.) C pk  or
3 s

mean_value  lower_limi t
2.) C pk 
3 s

This index provides information about the placement as well as the

spread of torque values.
The lower acceptable Cpk – value for a screwdriver is 1.33 (corresponds
to a calculation of the Cpk on limits of 4 Sigma (s)).

within limit Error

Cp / Cpk Limit values
values contribution
0.30 s 68.3 > 30%
0.70 2s 95.4 ~ 5%
1.00 3s 99.7 3
1.33 4s 99.994 60 ppm
1.63 4.891s 99.9999 1 ppm
1.66 5s 99.99994 0.6 ppm
2.00 6s 99.9999998

The mean value may not deviate from the target value by more
than 3%!!!
An accurate statement about the process capability index is then
no longer possible.

Process capability Prior to using a processing device for series production it is possible to
examination check that the specifications are fulfilled to sufficient safety requirements.
It is the objective of the process capability examination to verify that
a) the process to be examined is processing with recognizable
legitimacy. If legitimacy is not recognizable then the process has no
defined capability. In particular, it is then not permissible to allocate
the process a statistically calculated capability characteristic.
b) the process is able to produce the parts in the indicated tolerances.
The required proof of this can only be provided under point a)
detected legitimacy.
Verification of the process capability must be carried out over a lengthy
time period. Random sampling is done in set intervals from a continuous
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Term Description
influence of the machines, the materials and the operator are assumed
by the process capability.
The basis for the analysis is the Gauss distribution curve.
Profibus Industry bus for control and data exchange with sequence controller.
Profinet Industry bus for the control and data exchange with sequence controller
or base station
Program selection Selection of the program to be started. Program selection can occur in
different ways, depending on the controller and selected screwdriver type
(e.g. I/O interface on the controller, direct program switching on the
screwdriver, etc.)
Proxy Communication interface in a network.
PU see power unit
Push to start The screwdriver starts as soon as the bit is pushed.
Ready signal The ready signal indicates that the controller is ready to start of a screw
assembly. If the ready signal is not present then either a screw assembly
is active or the current status is preventing the start of screw assembly
(certain menus, system errors).
Reload Function to control screw feeders directly via the sequence controller
Resolver Electro-magnetic transducer to change the angle position of a rotor in an
electric value
Screwdriver logic Electronic where all screwdriver data is stored. If the screwdriver is
connected to the sequence controller then it automatically recognizes all
screwdriver data. No settings have to be performed manually.
Screwdriving program Sequence of the screwdriving process
Consists of screwdriving strategies and commands
Screwdriving Sequence of the screwdriving process
sequence Consists of screwdriving strategies and commands
Implementation of common screwdriving processes with pre-defined
Screwdriving strategy
parameters which contain the precise value of a screw assembly. (e.g.
fasten to torque with rotational angle control)
Sequence controller Controller to use with the EC or EC servo screwdriver
Standard deviation Mean deviation of measurements from the mean value.
n

 x  x
2
i
s i 1

n 1
Stationary screwdriver Screwdriver for stationary use
Shut-off criteria Criteria to which the screw assembly should be carried out (e.g. torque,
angle etc.).
Toolbox Accessories for automatic selection of a certain screwdriving program
based on the tool used.
Web interface Software interface to program the sequence controller via a standard
internet browser.

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21 Shut down and storage

Read operating instruction manual / safety regulations!

Please read and follow the enclosed safety regulations booklet 016000 (see
chapter Environmental regulations, storage and disposal, page 19).

Proceed with the following steps for shutdown:

No. Action
1. Switch off sequence controller at on/off switch.
2 Disconnect power to the electrical equipment of the machine (pull plugs).

The machine can now be stored until the next operation.

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22 Technical data
Sequence controller
Type AST12-1 AST12-1 PB AST12-1 IE
Part no. 115001A 115001B 115001C
Number of connectable 1
screwdrivers
Power supply (DC) V 48
Protection class IP40
TFT-Display (Touch, capacitive) 4,3“, 480 x 272
24V I/O interface 19 inputs / 13 outputs
Dimensions (W x H x D) mm 232x175x138
Weight kg 3,5
Operating temperature °C 0 – 45
Maximum power consumption W 220
Maximum load per output mA 20
Total current max. mA 70 (internal) / 260 (external)
Humidity % 25 – 75
Storage temperature °C -20 - +60
Shock load g 30
Vibrations g 3
Table 53: Technical data AST12-1

Sequence controller
Type AST12-2 AST12-2 PB AST12-1 IE
Part no. 115002A 115002B 115002C
Number of connectable
1
screwdrivers
Power supply (DC) V 100 – 240
Hz 50 / 60
Protection class IP54
TFT-Display (Touch, capacitive) 4,3“, 480 x 272
24V I/O interface 19 inputs / 13 outputs
Dimensions (W x H x D) mm 232 x 295 x 235,5
Weight kg 9,32
Operating temperature °C 0 – 45
Maximum power consumption W 320
Maximum load per output mA 20
Total current max. mA 70 (internal) / 260 (external)
Humidity % 25 – 75
Storage temperature °C -20 - +60
Shock load g 30
Vibrations g 3
Table 54: Technical data AST12-2

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23 Software updates - legal information on Directive EU

2019/711
Any software updates required will be available for at least 5 years after date of purchase. In order
to be automatically informed about software updates, the customer must ensure that the software
has permission to search for updates. To do this, the software must establish a connection to
software.deprag.com and ds-update.deprag.com. Alternatively, the available updates can be
viewed at http://software.deprag.com or our customer portal at http://my.deprag.com.
Updates serve to continuously optimise the programs and immunise against cyber-attacks.
Seamless implementation of the available updates ensures trouble-free, efficient and secure
software operation. We expressly point out that, according to legal regulations, the operator of the
software is liable for material defects which can be traced back to a missing update.

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24 EC Declaration of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity according to Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the
use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
We, the manufacturer, declare that the requirements of the directives and standards listed below
have been fulfilled for the following device.

Manufacturer and authorized Person for Documentation:

DEPRAG SCHULZ GMBH u. CO.

Postfach 1352, D-92203 Amberg
Carl-Schulz-Platz 1, D-92224 Amberg

Name SEQUENCE CONTROLLER

Machine type AST12-1 AST12-2

AST12-1 PB AST12-2 PB
AST12-1 IE AST12-2 IE

Order No. 115001A 115002A

115001B 115002B
115001C 115002C

Year of Manufacture See label on the controller

Serial Number See label on the controller

Directives Date
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU 2014-02
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU 2014-02
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU 2011-06
Standards Date
DIN EN 61000-6-4 2011-09
DIN EN 61000-6-2 2006-03
DIN EN 61000-6-2 Correction 1 2011-06
DIN EN IEC 61000-6-2 2019-11

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25 Service Locations and Authorized Partners

Contacts in Germany
as well as
contacts worldwide
can be found on our web site
https://www.deprag.com

Service Hotline
If you need service, please contact your DEPRAG Representative or contact us direct
DEPRAG Service department (phone 09621 371-371 | Email: [email protected])
Outside business hours our service-hotline number 0700 00 371 371 (phone call will be
charged) will take your calls. Our service department will then get straight back to you the
next working day.

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DEPRAG SCHULZ GMBH u. CO.

P.O. Box 1352, 92203 Amberg, Germany
Carl-Schulz-Platz 1, 92224 Amberg, Germany

Service-Hotline: +49 (0) 0700 00 371-371

Phone: +49 (0) 9621 371-0
Internet: https://www.deprag.com
E-Mail: [email protected]