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TM-50 Vision Retrofit Quick Start Guide 

 

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This quick start guide provides basic instructions for retrofitting the TM-50/TM-50XL to accept a vision system. Follow these 
instructions to update the base machine and controller. 

Update TM-50 Baseplate 

1. 
 

Remove Controller 

Disconnect all controller cables and remove the 

Controller

 from the 

Controller Baseplate

Set aside.  

 

 

2. 

Remove Controller Baseplate 

Using a 5/32” hex wrench, remove the (2) 1/4” BHCS from the top of the 

Controller Pedestal

Set the screws aside. 

Remove the 

Standoff

 from the TM-50 Baseplate. Discard the Standoff.

 

 

3. 

Retrofit Kit Template 

Tape the 

Retrofit Kit Template

 to the back right corner of the 

TM-50 Baseplate

. The template 

shows the location of the (2) Vision Bracket holes which are indicated by two circles with 
cross-hatch symbols. 
 
If the TM-50 baseplate already has holes at this location, skip Steps 4-5 and proceed to 

Step 

6: Update Controller

 
If the TM-50 does not have holes at this location, continue with the next step. 

4. 

Mark Hole Locations 

Use a 

center punch

 to mark the hole locations and prepare the spot for drilling. Remove the 

template and squirt a small amount of lubricant on the hole markings.

 

5. 

Drill & Tap Vision Bracket Holes 

Using a 

21/64 Drill Bit

, drill through the baseplate at the two hole locations. Brush away any 

metal filings from the drilling process. Using a 

10/24 Tap

, create threads in the holes. 

 

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