Code TMAT-017: Collision! Run TorchMate
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Fanuc R-30i Series Robot Controller has triggered a critical Collision! Run TorchMate alarm. Immediate attention from a qualified operator or maintenance technician is required to prevent secondary damage to the equipment or spoiled parts during the manufacturing cycle. Always ensure standard safety and LOTO procedures are followed before accessing electrical cabinets.
Official Troubleshooting Steps
Cause: This indicates that the TorchMate collision monitor has been turned on and that it has detected that a collision detect alarm, a disturbance excess alarm, or a move/stop error excess alarm has occurred. Remedy: This alarm causes a prompt box to be displayed. Press the ENTER key to clear the prompt box. Inspect the torch for collision damage. Run TorchMate adjust if necessary. 4.18.7 TOOL Alarm Code
Source: FANUC Robot R-30iA Alarm Code List Operator's Manual
Last reviewed: 2026-07-01 · Verified against the manufacturer’s official documentation.
About Fanuc R-30i Series Robot Controller Alarms
Fanuc controllers include extensive self-diagnostics that flag or halt the machine when a fault is detected. Error code TMAT-017 on the R-30i Series Robot Controller identifies one specific fault condition — its documented cause and the official corrective steps are listed above, sourced from Fanuc's service documentation. Always confirm against the manual for your exact machine configuration and follow LOTO procedures before servicing.
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