Aerotech VascuLathe ASR Series User manual

VascuLathe®-ASR Series
Stage User’s Manual
P/N: EDS115 (Revision 1.05.00)
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Revision History Revision 1.05.00 February 21, 2011
Revision 1.04.00 August 27, 2009
Revision 1.03.00 December 2, 2008
Revision 1.02.00 October 14, 2008
Revision 1.01.00 August 28, 2008
Revision 1.00.00 October 19, 2006
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VascuLathe®-ASR Hardware Manual Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Overview 1
1.1. Standard Features 3
1.1.1. Linear Axis 3
1.1.2. Rotary Axis 4
1.2. Optional Features 5
1.2.1. CMS (Cable Management System) Options 5
1.2.2. Wet Cut 5
1.2.3. Tooling Options 5
1.2.4. Gripper Jaws 5
1.2.5. Pneumatics 6
1.2.6. Electronics / Controller 6
1.3. Model Numbers 7
1.4. Dimensions 8
1.5. Safety Procedures and Warnings 9
1.6. 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 15
2.4. Attaching the Payload to the Stage 16
2.5. Changing ASR Workholding Devices 17
2.5.1. Collet Installation and Removal Procedure 17
2.6. (-AG) Alignment / Gripper Operation 20
2.7. (-G) Gripper Operation 22
2.8. Electrical Installation 23
2.9. Air Requirements 23
2.10. Wet Cut Fluid Requirements 23
Chapter 3: Operating Specifications 25
3.1. Environmental Specifications 25
3.2. Basic Specifications 26
3.3. Load Capability 29
Chapter 4: Maintenance 31
4.1. Service and Inspection Schedule 31
4.2. Lubrication and Cleaning 32
4.2.1. Collet & Collet Chuck Lubrication and Cleaning 33
4.3. Seal Replacement 34
4.3.1. Piston Seal Change Procedure 34
4.3.2. Ringseal O-Ring Replacement 34
4.3.3. Wet Cut Rotary Union Seal Replacement 36
4.4. Wet Cut Rotary Union Removal 40
4.5. Linear Lubrication and Cleaning Process 42
4.6. Linear Spar Cover Removal 43
Appendix A: Warranty and Field Service 49
Appendix B: Technical Changes 51
Index 53
Reader's Comments 57
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VascuLathe®-ASR Hardware Manual List Of Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1-1: VascuLathe®-ASR Series Positioning Stage 1
Figure 1-2: VascuLathe®-ASR Rotary Stage with ER Collet 4
Figure 1-3: VascuLathe®-ASR Dimensions 8
Figure 2-1: VascuLathe®-ASR Stage Showing Mounting Holes (Top View) 15
Figure 2-2: Installation of Collet Nut 18
Figure 2-3: Installation Procedure for Collet/Collet Nut 19
Figure 2-4: Alignment Gripper Detail 20
Figure 2-5: Gripper Detail 22
Figure 3-1: VascuLathe®-ASR Wet Cut Rotary Union Location 29
Figure 4-1: Ringseal Removal and Replacement 34
Figure 4-2: Typical Ringseal 35
Figure 4-3: Cross-Section View of Ringseal Showing O-Ring 35
Figure 4-4: Cross-Section View of Wet Cut Rotary Union Assembly 36
Figure 4-5: Carriage Cover Removal 37
Figure 4-6: Seal Assembly Removal 37
Figure 4-7: Seal Installation 38
Figure 4-8: Seal Retainer Assembly 38
Figure 4-9: Wet Cut Rotary Union Shaft Inspection 39
Figure 4-10: Wet Cut Rotary Union 40
Figure 4-11: Wet Cut Rotary Union Installation 41
Figure 4-12: Linear Bearing Grease Nipple 42
Figure 4-13: Removing the Inside Spar Cover 43
Figure 4-14: Removing the Outer Spar Cover 44
Figure 4-15: Removing the Carriage Side Cover 45
Figure 4-16: Removing M4 MHCS Screws 46
Figure 4-17: Releasing Tension on the Belt 47
Figure 4-18: VascuLathe®-ASR with Belts Folded Back 47
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VascuLathe®-ASR Hardware Manual List of Tables
List of Tables
Table 1-1: Model Numbering System 7
Table 3-1: Environmental Specifications 25
Table 3-2: VascuLathe®-ASR Series Specifications 26
Table 3-3: VascuLathe®-ASR Rotary Motor Specifications 27
Table 3-4: VascuLathe®-ASR Linear Motor Specifications 28
Table B-1: Current Changes (1.05.00) 51
Table B-2: Archived Changes 52
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VascuLathe®-ASR Hardware Manual Overview
Chapter 1: Overview
VascuLathe®-ASR represents a revolutionary approach to satisfying the demanding requirements of tubular
manufacturing applications. This fully integrated motion system couples automated material handling with
high performance direct drive linear and rotary motion.
The VascuLathe®-ASR has been designed with a collet chuck that supports ER16 collets (manufactured to
DIN6499 specs) to allow for a wide range of materials and applications. This product is intended for light
industrial manufacturing or laboratory use.
This manual describes Aerotech’s VascuLathe®-ASR series dual axis positioning stage. Figure 1-1 shows a
typical VascuLathe®-ASR stage.
This chapter introduces standard and optional features of the VascuLathe®-ASR, explains the model num-
bering system, and gives general safety precautions.
Figure 1-1: VascuLathe®-ASR Series Positioning Stage
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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.
N O T E : This manual should be read in its entirety before operating the VascuLathe®-ASR system.
Failure to follow the maintenance procedures outlined in Section 4.3.3. will result in voiding of
warranty.
To minimize the possibility of electrical shock and bodily injury, confirm that all electrical
power is disconnected prior to making any electrical connections.
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