Aerotech Ndrive QL Series User manual

J104
J105
High Voltage
DANGER!
FIREWIRE
S1
DEVICE
NUMBER
ON
0
1
2
3
4
5
STAGE
J106
SYNC
J103
PWRENB/FLT
POWER INPUT
AC1
AC2
AUX I/O
J108
TB101
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50/60Hz
2A MAX
ANALOG
I/O
J107
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Revision: 1.03.00
Ndrive QL
Hardware Manual

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Ndrive QL Hardware Manual Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Ndrive QL Hardware Manual 1
Table of Contents 3
List of Figures 4
List of Tables 5
EU Declaration of Conformity 7
Agency Approvals 8
Safety Procedures and Warnings 9
Quick Installation Guide 11
Chapter 1: Introduction 13
1.1. Electrical Specifications 16
1.2. Mechanical Design 17
1.3. Environmental Specifications 18
Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration 19
2.1. Unpacking the Chassis 19
2.2. Electrical Installation 20
2.2.1. Power Input (TB101) 20
2.2.2. I/O and Signal Wiring Requirements 21
2.2.3. Communication Channel Settings 22
2.3. Stage Power and Feedback Connections (J106) 23
2.4. Auxiliary I/O Connector (J108) 25
2.4.1. Position Synchronized Output (PSO) 26
2.4.2. Opto-Isolated Outputs 0-3 28
2.4.3. Opto-Isolated Inputs 0-3 30
2.4.4. High-Speed User Inputs 4-5 32
2.4.5. Analog Output 0 33
2.4.6. Differential Analog Input 0 34
2.5. Analog I/O Connector (J107) 35
2.5.1. Voltage Monitor Output 36
2.5.2. External Voltage Command 37
2.6. Communication 38
2.6.1. FireWire Interface 38
2.6.2. SYNC Interface 40
2.7. PC Configuration and Operation Information 41
Chapter 3: Maintenance 43
3.1. Preventative Maintenance 44
Appendix A: Warranty and Field Service 45
Appendix B: Revision History 47
Index 49
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Functional Diagram 15
Figure 1-2: Dimensions 17
Figure 2-1: Power Input Connections 20
Figure 2-2: Connection to Third Party Stage 24
Figure 2-3: PSOInterface 27
Figure 2-4: Outputs Connected in Current Sourcing Mode (J108) 29
Figure 2-5: Outputs Connected in Current Sinking Mode (J108) 29
Figure 2-6: Inputs Connected in Current Sourcing Mode (J108) 31
Figure 2-7: Inputs Connected in Current Sinking Mode (J108) 31
Figure 2-8: High Speed User Inputs (J108) 32
Figure 2-9: Analog Input 0 (J108) 34
Figure 2-10: FireWire Interface 38
Figure 2-11: Sync Interface 40
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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Configuration and Options 14
Table 1-2: Electrical Specifications 16
Table 1-3: Physical Specifications 17
Table 2-1: Power Supply Wiring (TB101) 20
Table 2-2: I/Oand Signal Wiring Specifications 21
Table 2-3: Device Number Switch Settings (S1) 22
Table 2-4: Power and Feedback Connector (J106) 23
Table 2-5: Auxiliary I/O Interface Pin Assignment (J108) 25
Table 2-6: PSO Specifications 26
Table 2-7: PSOOutput Pin Assignment (J108) 26
Table 2-8: Digital Output Specifications 28
Table 2-9: Digital Output Connector Pin Assignment (J108) 28
Table 2-10: PS2815-4 Opto-Device Specifications 30
Table 2-11: Digital Input Connector Pin Assignment (J108) 30
Table 2-12: High Speed Digital Input Connector Pin Assignment (J108) 32
Table 2-13: High-Speed Digital Input Specifications 32
Table 2-14: Analog Output Specifications (J108) 33
Table 2-15: Analog Output 0 Connector Pin Assignment (J108) 33
Table 2-16: Differential Analog Input Specifications (J108) 34
Table 2-17: Analog Input Connector Pin Assignment (J108) 34
Table 2-18: Analog I/O Connector Pin Assignment (J107) 35
Table 2-19: Voltage Monitor Output Connector Pin Assignment (J107) 36
Table 2-20: Voltage Monitor Output Scaling 36
Table 2-21: Voltage Monitor Output Specifications 36
Table 2-22: External Voltage Command Connector Pin Assignment (J107) 37
Table 2-23: External Voltage Command Scaling 37
Table 2-24: External Voltage Command Specifications 37
Table 2-25: FireWire Card Part Numbers 38
Table 2-26: FireWire Repeaters (for cables exceeding 4.5 m (15 ft) specification) 38
Table 2-27: FireWire Cables (copper and glass fiber) 39
Table 3-1: LEDDescription 43
Table 3-2: Troubleshooting 43
Table 3-3: Preventative Maintenance 44
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Ndrive QL Hardware Manual Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer Aerotech, Inc.
Address 101 Zeta Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2811
USA
Product Ndrive QL
Model/Types All
This is to certify that the aforementioned product is in accordance with the applicable requirements of the
following Directive(s):
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive LVD
2011/65/EU RoHS2 Directive
and has been designed to be in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following documents when
installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s supplied installation instructions.
EN 61010-1:2010 Safety requirements for electrical equipment
Authorized Representative: Simon Smith, European Director
Address: Aerotech Ltd
The Old Brick Kiln
Ramsdell, Tadley
Hampshire RG26 5PR
UK
Name
/ Alex Weibel
Position Engineer Verifying Compliance
Location Pittsburgh, PA
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Agency Approvals
Aerotech, Inc. Model Ndrive QL Drives have been tested and found to be in accordance to the following
listed Agency Approvals:
Approval / Certification: CUS NRTL
Approving Agency: TUV SUD America Inc.
Certificate #: U8 16 06 68995 019
Standards: UL 61010-1:2012; CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1:2012; EN 61010-
1:2010
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Safety Procedures and Warnings
The following statements apply wherever the Warning or Danger symbol appears within this manual. Failure
to observe these precautions could result in serious injury to those individuals performing the procedures
and/or damage to the equipment.
W A R N I N G :
To minimize the possibility of electrical shock, bodily injury or death the following precautions
must be followed.
1. Operators must be trained before allowing them to operate the equipment.
2. All service and maintenance must be performed by qualified personnel.
3. Modification or use of this product in an unspecified manner may result in equipment
damage or bodily injury (shock or death).
4. The user must read this manual and related documentation thoroughly before operating the
equipment.
5. Cables can pose a tripping hazard. Securely mount and position all system cables to avoid
potential hazards.
6. This product must be mounted securely. Improper mounting can result in injury and
damage to the equipment.
D A N G E R :
This product contains potentially lethal voltages. To reduce the possibility of electrical shock,
bodily injury or death the following precautions must be followed.
1. Do not connect or disconnect any electrical components or connecting cables while
connected to a power source.
2. Disconnect electrical power before making any mechanical adjustments or performing
maintenance.
3. Do not remove the stage connection (J106) while the controller is engaged. Always remove
ACmains power before making a connection to the controller.
4. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not touch the piezo stage while it is energized.
5. Make sure the system is properly grounded in accordance with local electrical safety
requirements.
6. Operator safeguarding requirements must be addressed during final integration of the
product.
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