Aerotech ALS1000 Series User manual

ALS1000 Series Stage
User’s Manual
P/N: EDS125 (Revision 1.04.00)
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Revision History Revision 1.04.00 February 28, 2011
Revision 1.03.00 March 30, 2010
Revision 1.02.00 May 19, 2009
Revision 1.01.00 October 10, 2007
Revision 1.00.00 April 10, 2007
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ALS1000 Series Stage User's Manual Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents iii
List of Figures v
List of Tables vii
Chapter 1: Overview 1
1.1. Standard Features 2
1.1.1. Optional Features 3
1.1.2. Home Markers 4
1.1.3. Model Numbers 5
1.2. Dimensions 7
1.3. Safety Procedures and Warnings 9
1.4. EC Declaration of Incorporation 11
Chapter 2: Installation 13
2.1. Unpacking and Handling the Stage 13
2.2. Preparing the Mounting Surface 14
2.3. Securing the Stage to the Mounting Surface 16
2.4. Attaching the Payload to the Stage 18
2.5. Electrical Installation 19
Chapter 3: Operating Specifications 21
3.1. Environmental Specifications 21
3.2. Basic Specifications 22
3.3. Load Capability 25
3.4. Magnetic Actuator Limit 27
3.4.1. Actuator Limit Operation 27
3.4.2. Limit Switch Wiring 27
3.5. Standard Motor Wiring 28
3.6. Vacuum Operation 29
Chapter 4: Maintenance 31
4.1. Service and Inspection Schedule 31
4.2. Cleaning and Lubrication 32
4.2.1. Recommended Cleaners and Lubricants 32
4.2.2. Important Notes on Lubrication 32
4.2.3. Lubrication and Cleaning Process 33
Appendix A: Warranty and Field Service 35
Appendix B: Technical Changes 37
Index 39
Reader's Comments 41
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ALS1000 Series Stage User's Manual List Of Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1-1: ALS1000 Series Linear Positioning Stage in an XY Configuration 1
Figure 1-2: Typical ALS1000 Stage with Callouts 2
Figure 1-3: ALS1000 Option Example (with a nickel finish) 3
Figure 1-4: Location of CW and CCW with Reference to Stage Connectors 4
Figure 1-5: ALS1000 Dimensions 7
Figure 1-6: ALS1000 XY Dimensions 8
Figure 2-1: Mounting to a Flat Surface 14
Figure 2-2: Mounting to a Curve Surface 15
Figure 2-3: Mounting Hole Locations 16
Figure 2-4: Reattaching the Hardcover 17
Figure 3-1: Load Capability of ALS1000 Series Stages 25
Figure 3-2: Stage Orientations for LVC and LSC 26
Figure 3-3: Normally Closed (NC) and Normally Open (NO) Limit Switch Wiring 27
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ALS1000 Series Stage User's Manual List of Tables
List of Tables
Table 1-1: CW and CCW Home Marker Offset from Center of Travel 4
Table 1-2: Model Numbering System 5
Table 3-1: Environmental Specifications 21
Table 3-2: ALS1000 Series Specifications 22
Table 3-3: ALS1000 Motor Specifications 24
Table 3-4: Feedback and Motor Connector Pin Assignments 28
Table 3-5: Limit/Motor Wiring Pin Output Descriptions 29
Table B-1: Current Changes (Revision 1.04.00) 37
Table B-2: Archive of Changes 38
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ALS1000 Series Stage User's Manual Overview
Chapter 1: Overview
This manual describes Aerotech’s ALS1000 series of linear motor positioning stages. Figure 1-1 shows a typ-
ical ALS1000 positioning stage.
This chapter introduces standard and optional features of the ALS1000 stages, explains the model numbering
system, and gives general safety precautions.
Figure 1-1: ALS1000 Series Linear Positioning Stage in an XY Configuration
N O T E : Aerotech continually improves its product offerings, and listed options may be superseded at any
time. Refer to the most recent edition of the Aerotech Motion Control Product Guide for the most current
product information at www.aerotech.com.
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Overview ALS1000 Series Stage User's Manual
1.1. Standard Features
The ALS1000 is a compact, high-performance stage for use in applications where a small footprint and envi-
ronmental protection are required. The linear motor is completely cog-free, allowing for extremely tight veloc-
ity control. Also, the magnetic field is completely self-contained within the U-channel design.
Figure 1-2: Typical ALS1000 Stage with Callouts
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