Aerotech PRO115LM User manual

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PRO115LMMechanical Bearing,
Direct-Drive Linear Stage
HARDWAREMANUAL

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Table of Contents
PRO115LMMechanical Bearing, Direct-Drive Linear Stage 1
Table of Contents 3
List of Figures 4
List of Tables 5
EU Declaration of Incorporation 6
UKCADeclaration of Incorporation 7
Safety Procedures and Warnings 8
Installation and Operation 9
Electrical Warnings 10
Motor-Related Warnings 11
Pinch Points 12
Magnetic Hazards 13
Handling and Storage 14
Chapter 1: Overview 17
1.1. Environmental Specifications 19
1.2. Accuracy and Temperature Effects 20
1.3. Basic Specifications 21
1.4. Vacuum Operation 23
Chapter 2: Installation 25
2.1. Dimensions 25
2.2. Securing the Stage to the Mounting Surface 27
2.3. Attaching the Payload to the Stage 28
2.3.1. Speed Capability 30
Chapter 3: Electrical Installation 31
3.1. Motor and Feedback Connectors 32
3.2. Motor and Feedback Wiring 36
3.3. Motor and Feedback Specifications 38
3.4. Limits, Marker, and Machine Direction 40
3.5. Motor and Feedback Phasing 41
Chapter 4: Maintenance 43
4.1. Service and Inspection Schedule 43
4.2. Cleaning and Lubrication 44
4.3. Troubleshooting 48
Appendix A: Warranty and Field Service 49
Appendix B: Revision History 51
Index 53
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: PRO115LM Dimensions 25
Figure 2-2: PRO115LM Tabletop Dimensions (-TT2/-TT3 Options) 26
Figure 2-3: Stage Orientations 29
Figure 2-4: Cantilevered Load Capability 29
Figure 3-1: Ground Connection Points for the -CMS0 Option 32
Figure 3-2: Motor and Feedback Wiring 36
Figure 3-3: Motor and Feedback Wiring for a Typical Vertical or Rotary Axis Stage 37
Figure 3-4: Machine Direction 40
Figure 3-5: Hall Phasing Diagram 41
Figure 3-6: Encoder Phasing Reference Diagram (Standard/Square Wave) 42
Figure 3-7: Digital Encoder Phasing Reference Diagram (Sine Wave) 42
Figure 4-1: Hardcover Rear End Plate Removal 46
Figure 4-2: Hardcover Screw Removal 46
Figure 4-3: Hardcover Removal 47
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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Model Numbers and Ordering Options 17
Table 1-2: Environmental Specifications 19
Table 1-3: PRO115LM Series Specifications (-050 to -250) 21
Table 1-4: PRO115LM Series Specifications (-300 to -600) 22
Table 2-1: Stage Mounting Surface Flatness Requirement 27
Table 2-2: Stage to Mounting Surface Hardware 27
Table 2-3: Payload Mounting Surface Flatness Requirement 28
Table 3-1: Motor Connector Pinout 33
Table 3-2: General Motor Connector Pinout (for Z or T Axes) 33
Table 3-3: Mating Connector Part Numbers for the Motor Connector 33
Table 3-4: Feedback Connector Pinout 34
Table 3-5: Mating Connector Part Numbers for the Brushless Motor Feedback Connector 34
Table 3-6: General Feedback Connector Pinout (for Z or T Axes) 35
Table 3-7: Mating Connector Part Numbers for the Encoder Connector 35
Table 3-8: Hall-Effect Sensor Specifications 38
Table 3-9: Thermistor Specifications 38
Table 3-10: Encoder Specifications 38
Table 3-11: Linear Encoder Resolution Specifications 38
Table 3-12: Limit Switch Specifications 38
Table 3-13: PRO115LM Motor Specifications (BLMSC-111-A) 39
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EU Declaration of Incorporation
Manufacturer Aerotech, Inc.
101 Zeta Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2811
USA
herewith declares that the product:
PRO115LM stage
is intended to be incorporated into machinery to constitute machinery covered by the Directive 2006/42/EC
as amended; and that the following harmonized European standards have been applied:
EN ISO 12100:2010
Safety of Machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design
EN 60204-1:2010
Safety of Machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1:General
requirements
and further more declares that
it is not allowed to put the equipment into service until the machinery into which it is to
be incorporated or of which it is to be a component has been found and declared to
be in conformity with the provisions of the Directive 2006/42/EC and with national
implementing legislation, for example, as a whole, including the equipment referred
to in this Declaration.
This is to certify that the aforementioned product is in accordance with the applicable requirements
of the following directive(s):
EU 2015/863 Directive, Restricted Substances (RoHS 3)
Authorized
Representative: / Norbert Ludwig
Managing Director
Aerotech GmbH
Gustav-Weißkopf-Str.18
90768 Fürth
Germany
Engineer Verifying
Compliance / Alex Weibel
Aerotech, Inc.
101 Zeta Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2811
USA
Date 5/5/2023
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UKCADeclaration of Incorporation
Manufacturer Aerotech, Inc.
101 Zeta Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2811
USA
herewith declares that the product:
PRO115LM stage
To which this declaration relates, meets the essential health and safety requirements and is in
conformity with the relevant UK Legislation listed below:
Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008
Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations
2012
Using the relevant section of the following UK Designated Standards and other normative
documents when installed in accordance with the installation instructions supplied by the
manufacturer.
EN ISO 12100:2010
Safety of Machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design
EN 60204-1:2010
Safety of Machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1:General
requirements
and furthermore declares that it is not allowed to put the product into service until the machinery
into which it is to be incorporated or of which it is to be a component has been found and declared
to be in conformity with the provisions of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 UK
Legislation and with national implementing legislation, for example, as a whole, including the
equipment referred to in this Declaration.
Authorized
Representative: / Simon Smith
Managing Director
Aerotech Ltd
The Old Brick Kiln, Ramsdell, Tadley
Hampshire RG26 5PR
UK
Engineer Verifying
Compliance / Alex Weibel
Aerotech, Inc.
101 Zeta Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2811
USA
Date 5/5/2023
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Safety Procedures and Warnings
IMPORTANT: This manual tells you how to carefully and correctly use and operate the
stage.
lRead all parts of this manual before you install or operate the stage or before you do
maintenance to your system.
lTo prevent injury to you and damage to the equipment, obey the precautions in this
manual.
lAll specifications and illustrations are for reference only and were complete and
accurate as of the release of this manual. To find the newest information about this
product, refer to www.aerotech.com.
If you do not understand the information in this manual, contact Aerotech Global
Technical Support.
IMPORTANT: This product has been designed for light industrial manufacturing or
laboratory environments. If the product is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer:
lThe protection provided by the equipment could be impaired.
lThe life expectancy of the product could be decreased.
Safety notes and symbols are placed throughout this manual to warn you of the potential risks at the
moment of the safety note or if you fail to obey the safety note.
Shock/Electrocution Hazard Pinch, Shear, or Crush Hazard
General/Conditional Awareness Rotational Machinery Hazard
Hot Surface Hazard Pinch/Entanglement Hazard
Magnetic Field Hazard Trip Hazard
Heavy, Bulky Lifting Hazard Appropriate Equipment Required
Pressure/Explosive Atmosphere
Hazard Electrostatic Discharge Hazard
A blue circle symbol is an action or tip that you should obey. Some examples include:
General tip Read the manual/section
Wear personal protective equipment
(PPE): Safety Glasses If applicable, do not lift unassisted
Wear personal protective equipment
(PPE): Gloves
Wear personal protective equipment
(PPE): Hearing Protection
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Installation and Operation
To decrease the risk of damage to the equipment, you must obey the precautions that follow.
DANGER: General Hazard Warning!
This product can produce high forces and move at velocities that could cause injury.
The user is responsible for its safe operation. The following general equation is
provided to assist with risk assessments in regards to contact and pinch points:
WARNING: General Hazard Warning!
lOnly trained operators should operate this equipment.
lAll service and maintenance must be done by approved personnel.
lUse this product only in environments and operating conditions that are approved in
this manual.
lNever install or operate equipment that appears to be damaged.
lMake sure that the product is securely mounted before you operate it.
lMake sure that all pneumatic lines are securely connected.
lUse care when you move the PRO115LM or you could negatively affect the per-
formance of it.
WARNING:Trip Hazard!
Route, house, and secure all cables, duct work, air, or water lines. Failure to do so could
introduce trip hazards around the system that could result in physical injury or could
damage the equipment.
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Electrical Warnings
To decrease the risk of electrical shock, injury, death, and damage to the equipment, obey the
precautions that follow.
DANGER: Electrical Shock Hazard!
lStage motor phase voltage levels could be hazardous live.
lPersonnel are protected from hazardous voltages unless electrical interconnections,
protective bonding (safety ground), or motor/stage enclosures are compromised.
lDo not connect or disconnect stage/motor interconnections while connected to a live
electrical power source.
lBefore you set up or do maintenance, disconnect electrical power.
lIt is the responsibility of the End User/System Integrator to make sure that stages are
properly connected and grounded per Engineering Standards and applicable safety
requirements.
lIt is the responsibility of the End User/System Integrator to configure the system
drive or controller within the Aerotech motor/stage electrical and mechanical
specifications.
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