Using YX Series Nozzles with the ND10P

Before programming your project file, you need to load your nozzles into the machine and configure the Nozzle Library. The Nozzle Library tells the machine which nozzles are loaded and where, so it can manage automatic nozzle exchanges during production. 

The N10P is compatible with YX series nozzles and other custom nozzles, which are designed for placing larger, unique components in the 11mm to 17mm range. Because YX nozzles do not follow standard CN sizing conventions, setting them up requires a few extra steps depending on which nozzles you are using. This article covers which YX nozzles work with the automatic nozzle exchange system on the N10P and how to program the nozzle usage settings for custom nozzles.

For general nozzle library setup instructions, see: How to Set Up the Nozzle Library on the N10P.

YX Nozzle Compatibility: Checklist for Success

Before you begin, review the information below. Not all YX nozzles work with the automatic exchange station, and the correct setup process depends on which nozzles you are using.

1. Correct nozzle style. The N10P requires "P" style nozzles and is also compatible with the YX-nozzles. Contact our team or visit neodenusa.com if you are unsure which nozzles to order.
2. Prepare Your Naming Convention: The ND10P software does not include built-in labels for YX series nozzles. Before you begin setup, decide on a naming convention and keep a written record of it. The same names must be used consistently in the Nozzle Library, the component list, and throughout the project file. We recommend mapping each YX nozzle to a matching small nozzle name for easy reference:

• YX01 = Small 1
• YX02 = Small 2
• YX03 = Custom 1
• YX04 = Custom 2
• YX05 = Small 5
• YX06 = Small 6
• YX07 = Small 7

2. Slot compatibility. The exchange station has 39 slots. Slots 1-27 accept smaller nozzles (CN020-P to CN400-P). Slots 28-38 accept medium nozzles (CN400-P to CN750-P), except Slot 33, which is specifically reserved for the calibration nozzle. Slot 39 accepts one large nozzle (CN1100-P). Confirm that each nozzle you plan to load is physically compatible with its intended slot before you begin.
3. Gather All Nozzles: Collect every nozzle you need for your project before beginning setup. If you are using YX03 or YX04 nozzles, you will need to manually load them onto the placement head using the Head Config process before running your program. See the steps below for full instructions.

Setting Up YX01, YX02, YX05, YX06, YX07: Steps for Success

The YX01, YX02, YX05, YX06, and YX07 nozzles are compatible with the automatic exchange station and follow the standard Nozzle Library setup process, with one addition: you must assign each one a name from the small nozzle category before running Auto Program.

1. Assign Nozzle Names in the Nozzle Library: Follow the standard Nozzle Library setup process (see: How to Set Up the Nozzle Library on the N10P), using your assigned small nozzle names in place of standard CN nozzle sizes. Load the nozzles into the exchange station as you would any standard nozzle.
2. Assign Names in the Component List: In your project's component list, assign each component the small nozzle name that corresponds to the YX nozzle it requires. The name here must match exactly what you entered in the Nozzle Library.
3. Run Auto Program: Proceed with the standard Auto Program process (If you are using YX03 or YX04 nozzles, follow the steps below before running the Auto Program process). The machine will include these nozzles in the automatic exchange sequence and assign feeders and placement order accordingly.

By following these steps, your YX01, YX02, YX05, YX06, and YX07 nozzles will be ready for use with the automatic exchange system.

Setting Up YX03 and YX04: Steps for Success

The YX03 and YX04 nozzles cannot be placed in the N10P's nozzle exchange station. These custom nozzles require additional programming steps and must be manually loaded onto the placement head using the Head Config process before production begins. These nozzles will remain in their designated slots for the entire run. Follow the steps below in order.

1. Assign Custom Nozzle Names and Load into the Placement Head: Navigate to the Application page, open the Nozzle Library, and click "Head Config." In the placement head slot where you plan to use the YX03, select "Custom 1" from the drop-down. For the YX04 slot, select "Custom 2." Click "Apply." Then select the "Nozzle Replace Manually" button. The machine will bring the placement head forward so you can manually insert the nozzles. Push each nozzle up into its designated holder until it clicks into place. This step is required before running your program. Assigning the custom nozzle names in Head Config tells the machine that those slots are permanently occupied, so it does not attempt an automatic exchange on them. If these slots are left unassigned while nozzles are physically present, the machine may attempt to overwrite them during the Auto Program process.
2. Assign Custom Names in the Component List: In your project's component list, assign the component that requires the YX03 the name "Custom 1," and the component that requires the YX04 the name "Custom 2." These names must match what you selected in Head Config.
3. Run Auto Program and Configure the Nozzle Usage Setting: Go to the Component page and select "Auto Program." When the Nozzle Usage Setting window opens, locate the rows for Custom 1 and Custom 2. For each, uncheck all placement head slots except the specific slot where that nozzle is physically installed. Leave all other nozzle rows checked as appropriate for your project. See the figure below for reference. Click "OK" to proceed.

4. Review Results: When Auto Program completes, a "Program Result" window will display the Nozzle Distribution, Feeder Distribution, and Place Sequence. When using custom nozzles, the program result window will not display these nozzle types assigned to a specific slot on the placement head. This is normal as the custom nozzles will be assigned in the next step. Review each assignment carefully to confirm it is accurate and logical for your setup. Ensure there are no other nozzle types assigned to the placement head slots reserved for the custom nozzles. When satisfied, click "OK."
5. Assign Custom Nozzles: Within the Place Sequence page, adjust the nozzle order. Double-click the  "Nozzle Distribution" cell for the each time the program performs a nozzle exchange. In the pop-up window, select Custom 1 for the YX03 nozzle and Custom 2 for the YX04 nozzle from the drop-down menus, click "Apply," then click "OK." Repeat this process for all cells containing nozzle distribution assignments and exchanges.

4. Run Stack Head Match: Within the Place Sequence page, click "Stack Head Match." Confirm the prompt from the pop-up window and click "Yes," then click "OK." This step matches your feeders to the placement head configuration, including the custom nozzle slots, and ensures feeder assignments are finalized correctly.
5. Verify Feeder Positions: After running Stack Head Match, review the Place Sequence and Feeder Distribution in your program results. Confirm that the feeders assigned to your Custom 1 and Custom 2 components are in positions the placement head can physically reach. If a feeder has been placed out of reach, move it to a more accessible position and run Stack Head Match again. Refer to Section 2.5 of the ND10P Quick Start Guide for feeder positioning guidance.

By following these steps, your ND10P will be ready to place components using YX03 and YX04 nozzles alongside your standard automatic exchange nozzles.