Aerotech VascuLathe ACS Series User manual

VascuLathe®-ACS Series
Stage User’s Manual
P/N: EDS116 (Revision 1.05.00)
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1.02.00 December 2, 2008
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VascuLathe®-ACS Hardware 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. Linear Axis 2
1.1.2. Rotary Axis 3
1.2. Optional Features 4
1.2.1. CMS (Cable Management System) Options 4
1.2.2. Wet Cut Option 4
1.2.3. Tooling Options 4
1.2.4. Gripper Jaws Option 4
1.2.5. Pneumatics Option 5
1.2.6. Electronics / Controller Option 5
1.3. Model Numbers 6
1.4. Dimensions 7
1.5. Safety Procedures and Warnings 8
1.6. EC Declaration of Incorporation 9
Chapter 2: Installation 11
2.1. Unpacking and Handling the Stage 11
2.2. Preparing the Mounting Surface 11
2.3. Securing the Stage to the Mounting Surface 12
2.4. Attaching the Payload to the Stage 13
2.5. Changing ACS Workholding Devices 14
2.5.1. Collet Installation and Removal Procedure 14
2.6. Changing Collet Chucks 16
2.7. (-AG) Alignment / Gripper Operation 18
2.8. (-G) Gripper Operation 20
2.9. Electrical Installation 21
2.10. Air Requirements 21
2.11. Wet Cut Fluid Requirements 21
Chapter 3: Operating Specifications 23
3.1. Environmental Specifications 23
3.2. Basic Specifications 24
3.3. Load Capability 27
Chapter 4: Maintenance 29
4.1. Service and Inspection Schedule 29
4.2. Lubrication and Cleaning 30
4.2.1. Collet & Collet Chuck Lubrication and Cleaning 31
4.3. Seal Replacement 32
4.3.1. Piston Seal Change Procedure 32
4.3.2. Ringseal O-Ring Replacement 36
4.3.3. Wet Cut Rotary Union Seal Replacement 38
4.4. Wet Cut Rotary Union Removal 42
4.5. Linear Lubrication and Cleaning Process 44
4.6. Linear Spar Cover Removal 45
Appendix A: Warranty and Field Service 51
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Appendix B: Technical Changes 53
Index 55
Reader's Comments 57
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VascuLathe®-ACS Hardware Manual List Of Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1-1: VascuLathe®-ACS Series Positioning Stage 1
Figure 1-2: VascuLathe®-ACS Rotary Stage with ER Collet 3
Figure 1-3: VascuLathe®-ACS Dimensions 7
Figure 2-1: VascuLathe®-ACS Stage Showing Mounting Holes (Top View) 12
Figure 2-2: Schematic of Collet Insertion Into and Removal From Collet Nut 15
Figure 2-3: Installation Procedure for Collet 15
Figure 2-4: Collet Assembly Exploded View 16
Figure 2-5: Alignment Gripper Detail 18
Figure 2-6: Gripper Detail 20
Figure 3-1: VascuLathe®-ACS Wet Cut Rotary Union Location 27
Figure 4-1: Piston Seal Change Exploded View 32
Figure 4-2: Piston Seal Installation Procedure 35
Figure 4-3: Cross-Section View of Piston Showing Seal Orientation 35
Figure 4-4: Typical Ringseal 36
Figure 4-5: Ringseal Removal Tool Dimensions 37
Figure 4-6: Cross-Section View of Ringseal Showing O-Ring 37
Figure 4-7: Cross-Section View of Wet Cut Rotary Union 38
Figure 4-8: Carriage Cover Removal 39
Figure 4-9: End Cap Mounting Screw Location 39
Figure 4-10: Rotary Seal Installation / Removal 40
Figure 4-11: Seal Housing Location 40
Figure 4-12: Wet Cut Rotary Union Shaft Inspection 41
Figure 4-13: Wet Cut Rotary Union 42
Figure 4-14: Wet Cut Rotary Union Installation 43
Figure 4-15: Linear Bearing Grease Nipple 44
Figure 4-16: Removing the Inside Spar Cover 45
Figure 4-17: Removing the Outer Spar Cover 46
Figure 4-18: Removing the Carriage Side Cover 47
Figure 4-19: Removing M4 MHCS Screws 48
Figure 4-20: Releasing Tension on the Belt 49
Figure 4-21: VascuLathe®-ACS with Belts Folded Back 49
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VascuLathe®-ACS Hardware Manual List of Tables
List of Tables
Table 1-1: Model Numbering System 6
Table 3-1: Environmental Specifications 23
Table 3-2: VascuLathe®-ACS Series Specifications 24
Table 3-3: VascuLathe®-ACS Rotary Motor Specifications 25
Table 3-4: VascuLathe®-ACS Linear Motor Specifications 26
Table 4-1: Recommended Lubricants 31
Table B-1: Current Changes (1.05.00) 53
Table B-2: Archived Changes 54
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VascuLathe®-ACS Hardware Manual Overview
Chapter 1: Overview
The VascuLathe®-ACS series dual axis positioning stage represents a revolutionary approach to satisfying
the demanding requirements of tubular manufacturing applications. This fully integrated motion system cou-
ples automated material handling with high performance direct drive linear and rotary motion.
The VascuLathe®-ACS has been designed with a collet chuck that supports ER25 or ER40 collets (man-
ufactured to DIN6499 specs) to allow for a wide range of materials and applications. This product is intended
for light industrial manufacturing or laboratory use.
Figure 1-1: VascuLathe®-ACS Series Positioning Stage
N O T E : Aerotech continually improves its product offerings; 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.
N O T E : This manual should be read in its entirety before operating the VascuLathe®-ACS system.
N O T E : For the wet cut option, it is recommended that the rotary seal be replaced before 1000 hours of
service. Failure to follow the maintenance procedures outlined in Section 4.3.3. Wet Cut Rotary Union Seal
Replacement will result in voiding of warranty.
DANGER: To minimize the possibility of electrical shock and bodily injury or death, dis-
connect all electrical power prior to making any electrical connections.
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1.1. Standard Features
1.1.1. Linear Axis
The main feature of the linear axis is its proprietary linear drive technology coupled with a rigid mechanical
design allowing for high-speed, accurate positioning performance.
All VascuLathe®-ACS stages include a fully-sealed design. Metal waycovers are designed to protect the
internal components (linear bearings and encoder, for example) from damage by preventing dust or debris
from entering the stage. The external stage surfaces have a black hardcoat finish to withstand rugged envi-
ronments.
To aid in stage setup and mounting, the stage base plate mounting holes are accessible without removing
any components.
A pair of sealed linear bearings are common to all VascuLathe®-ACS series stages. The bearings provide
smooth motion and excellent stiffness characteristics.
Two options to improve the already outstanding accuracy of the VascuLathe®-ACS series are HALAR and
HALSF. HALAR is linear error correction for accuracy and repeatability, and HALSF systems include
improved straightness and flatness characteristics.
Other features include optical limit switches mounted at each end of travel. These switches are configured
as normally-closed. If the stage is driven beyond these electrical limits, a mechanical hard stop is in place
slightly past each limit switch.
The VascuLathe®-ACS is offered with a non-contacting linear encoder with an achievable resolution of .001
µm, and accuracies of ±1.0 µm.
Travels available are 200 mm to 300 mm.
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