Introduction

There are two potential data collection methods available for HAAS Machines: HAAS Serial and HAAS Next Gen. The age and model of the HAAS machine will determine which Data Collection method is appropriate.

Topics covered in this article

• HAAS Next Gen
• HAAS Serial
• Connecting a Haas Serial machine
• Configure Moxa with a Browser
• Physical Connection
• Integrating a Haas Next Gen machine

HAAS Next Gen

Any HAAS Machine manufactured in or after 2017 will generally have a 'Next Gen Control'.

HAAS Serial

Any HAAS Machine manufactured prior to 2017 will require a Serial Port integration. This differs from most machine tool brands, wherein MachineMetrics typically collects data via ethernet port integrations.

Some older HAAS Machines lack ethernet ports, while some older HAAS machines possess ethernet ports. However, even when an older Machine has an available ethernet port, it still can't provide MachineMetrics with the necessary data. These older HAAS controls require an extra piece of hardware known as a Moxa Box. This device can be provided by MachineMetrics and will be factored into any quote for integration which involves a HAAS serial integration. The Moxa box provides a way to convert a Serial port connection into an Ethernet connection.

Connecting a Haas Serial machine

1. On your HAAS control, open your settings. The location of the specific settings fields may differ between control models. In the example image below, the settings are found under the 'I/O' tab.
   
   
2. Set your Haas machine’s control Settings to the following:
• Baud Rate Select: 38400
• Parity Select: EVEN
• Stop Bit: 1
• RS-232 Data Bits: 7
• Synchronization: XON/XOFF
• 143 Machine Data Collection: ON
3. The Moxa box (Serial to Ethernet box) will likely be configured to the provided IP address and settings prior to shipment. (If not configured by MachineMetrics skip down to on how to configure the Moxa from a browser.)
4. Plug the Moxa into the machine’s serial port & connect Ethernet to your MachineMetrics Edge Device or machine network via Ethernet.
5. To test connectivity- use a laptop to connect to the Moxa Box via Ethernet and use the command line to ping the Moxa’s IP address that has been set.
6. Add the machine to MachineMetrics by using the Machine Settings page.
7. If the machine isn’t reporting after 5-10 minutes, double check that your settings are correct from Step 1. Contact Support if further assistance is needed.

Configure Moxa with a Browser

Follow this link for detailed instructions on how to Configure the Moxa Serial to Ethernet Converter.

Connect the Moxa Box to a desktop or laptop computer via Ethernet. Browse to the Moxa’s IP address e.g. http://192.168.127.254

If the Moxa prompts for a password, the factory default is 'moxa'. I also sometimes find them configured with the empty password.
MAKE SURE TO click Submit on every page after making any changes.
Notes, in page order:

Basic Settings

Set the Server Name to something that indicates the machine it is serving e.g. HAAS_VF12.

Network Settings

IP configuration: Static and choose an IP address that the gateway can reach, or select IP configuration: DHCP and set up a permanently reserved address on the local DHCP server.
Either way, note the NPort's IP address for later.

Serial Settings- Port 1

Set the Port Alias to something meaningful too, for example VF12
Match the Haas serial settings for Baud Rate, Data Bits, Stop Bits, Parity, and Flow Control.
I always leave FIFO: Enabled.
Make sure that Interface: RS232.

Operation Modes- Port 1

I leave default settings except for:
Operation mode: TCP Server
Max Connection: 3
Local TCP port: 4001

Finally, go to the Save/Restart page and Submit.

Physical Connection

Locate serial port 1 on your HAAS machine

 Connect Moxa Box to a power source

Integrating a Haas Next Gen machine

1. Set your Haas machine’s control Settings to the following:
   • 143 Machine Data Collection: 4001
   • IP Address: Match machine’s IP in MachineMetrics
2. Plug Ethernet cable from MachineMetrics Edge device or network switch into machine’s data collection Ethernet port
3. Add the machine to MachineMetrics by using the Machine Settings page.
4. If the machine isn’t reporting after 5-10 minutes, double check that your settings are correct from Step 1. Contact Support if further assistance is needed.
   
   

NOTE: Newer Haas Next Gen controls may have an MTConnect Agent avaiable on port 8082. You can test if the control has this by going to http://<MACHINE-IP>:8082/current 

Have questions? Reach out to support@machinemetrics.com for additional information.