Newport IMS300CC User manual

High-Performance Long-Travel
Linear Stage
IMS Serie
USER’SMANUAL
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Warranty
Newpor Corpora ion warran s his produc o be free from defec s in
ma erial and workmanship for a period of 1 year from he da e of
shipmen . If found o be defec ive during he warran y period, he produc
will ei her be repaired or replaced a Newpor ’s discre ion.
To exercise his warran y, wri e or call your local Newpor represen a ive,
or con ac Newpor headquar ers in Irvine, California. You will be given
promp assis ance and re urn ins ruc ions. Send he ins rumen ,
ranspor a ion prepaid, o he indica ed service facili y. Repairs will be
made and he ins rumen re urned, ranspor a ion prepaid. Repaired
produc s are warran ed for he balance of he original warran y period, or
a leas 90 days.
Limitation of Warranty
This warran y does no apply o defec s resul ing from modifica ion or
misuse of any produc or par .
This warrant is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied,
including an implied warrant of merchantabilit or fitness for a
particular use. Newport Corporation shall not be liable for an indirect,
special, or consequential damages.
b Newport Corporation, Irvine, CA. All rights reserved.
Original instructions.
No part of this document ma be reproduced or copied without the prior
written approval of Newport Corporation. This document is provided for
information onl , and product specifications are subject to change without
notice. An change will be reflected in future publishings.
CAUTION
Warran y does no apply o damages resul ing from:
• Incorrec usage:
– Load on he s age grea er han maximum specified load.
– Carriage speed higher han specified speed.
–Improper grounding.
¬ Connec ors mus be properly secured.
¬ When he load on he s age represen s an elec rical risk, i mus
be connec ed o ground.
– Excessive or improper can ilever loads.
• Modifica ion of he s age or any par hereof.
CAUTION
Please ret rn eq ipment in
the original (or eq ivalent)
packing.
Yo will be responsible for
damage inc rred from
inadeq ate packaging if the
original packaging is not
sed.
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Table of Contents
Warranty .................................................................................................................ii
EC Declaration of Conformity...............................................................................v
Definitions and Symbols.......................................................................................vi
Warnings ...............................................................................................................vii
Caution .................................................................................................................viii
1.0 — Introduction.................................................................................1
2.0 — Description ...................................................................................2
2.1 Design Details ............................................................................................2
3.0 — Characteristics............................................................................3
3.1 Definitions..................................................................................................3
3.2 Mechanical Specifications .......................................................................4
3.3 Load Specification Definitions.................................................................4
3.4 Load Characteristics and Stiffness .........................................................5
3.5 Stage Weights ............................................................................................5
4.0 — Drives and Motors ....................................................................6
4.1 Stepper Drive Version ..............................................................................6
4.2 DC-Servo Drive Versions ..........................................................................6
4.3 Sensor Position..........................................................................................7
4.4 Feedback Signal Position .........................................................................8
4.5 Pinouts........................................................................................................9
4.6 MCAB-5 Cable ............................................................................................9
5.0 — Connection to Newport Controllers..............................10
5.1 Warnings on Controllers ........................................................................10
5.2 Connection...............................................................................................11
5.3 Cables .......................................................................................................11
5.4 MCAB-5 Cable ..........................................................................................11
6.0 — Connection to Non-Newport Electronics ....................12
6.1 Connections.............................................................................................12
7.0 — Dimensions.................................................................................13
7.1 IMS Stages ................................................................................................13
7.2 Top Plate Interfaces................................................................................14
IMS Stages Top Plate Interface ..............................................................14
M-IMS Stages Top Plate Interface..........................................................14
7.3 IMS Stages without Top Plate Interface ...............................................15

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8.0 — XY Assemblies ..........................................................................16
9.0 — Accessory: EQ180 Bracket .................................................17
10.0 — Maintenance ..............................................................................18
10.1 Maintenance ............................................................................................18
10.2 Repair .......................................................................................................18
10.3 Calibration ...............................................................................................18
Service Form .........................................................................................................19

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Definitions and Symbols
The following erms and symbols are used in his documen a ion and also
appear on he produc where safe y-rela ed issues occur.
General Warning or Caution
The exclama ion symbol may appear in warning and cau ion ables in his
documen . This symbol designa es an area where personal injury or
damage o he equipmen is possible.
The following are defini ions of he Warnings, Cau ions and No es ha may
be used in his manual o call a en ion o impor an informa ion regarding
personal safe y, safe y and preserva ion of he equipmen , or impor an
ips.
WAR N I N G
Warning indicate a potentially dangerou ituation which can re ult in
bodily harm or death.
CAUTION
Caution indicate a potentially hazardou ituation which can re ult in
damage to product or equipment.
NOTE
Note indicate additional information that mu t be con idered by the
u er or operator.
European Union CE Mark
The presence of he CE Mark on Newpor Corpora ion equipmen means
ha i has been designed, es ed and cer ified as complying wi h all
applicable European Union (CE) regula ions and recommenda ions.
Warning and Caution
ATTENTION
Thi tage i a Cla A device. In a re idential environment, thi device
can cau e electromagnetic interference. In thi ca e, uitable mea ure
mu t be taken by the u er.

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Warnings
WARNING
The motion of objects of all types carries potential risks for operators.
Ensure the protection of operators by prohibiting access to the dangerous
area and by informing the personnel of the potential risks involved.
WAR N I N G
D n t use this stage when its m t r is emitting sm ke r is unusually
h t t the t uch r is emitting any unusual d r r n ise r is in any
ther abn rmal state.
St p using the stage immediately, switch ff the m t r p wer and then
disc nnect the electr nics p wer supply.
After checking that sm ke is n l nger being emitted c ntact y ur
Newp rt service facility and request repairs. Never attempt t repair the
stage y urself as this can be danger us.
WAR N I N G
Make sure that this stage is n t exp sed t m isture and that liquid d es
n t get int the stage.
Nevertheless, if any liquid has entered the stage, switch ff the m t r
p wer and then disc nnect the electr nics fr m p wer supply.
C ntact y ur Newp rt service facility and request repairs.
WAR N I N G
D n t insert r dr p bjects int this stage, this may cause an electric
sh ck, r l ck the drive.
D n t use this stage if any f reign bjects have entered the stage.
Switch ff the m t r p wer and then disc nnect the electr nics p wer
supply.
C ntact y ur Newp rt service facility f r repairs.
WAR N I N G
D n t place this stage in unstable l cati ns such as n a w bbly table r
sl ping surface, where it may fall r tip ver and cause injury.
If this stage has been dr pped r the case has been damaged, switch ff
the m t r p wer and then disc nnect the electr nics p wer supply.
C ntact y ur Newp rt service facility and request repairs.
WAR N I N G
D n t attempt t m dify this stage; this may cause an electric sh ck r
d wngrade its perf rmance.
WAR N I N G
D n t exceed the usable depth indicated n the m unting h les (see
secti n “Dimensi ns”). L nger screws can damage the mechanics r
cause a sh rt-circuit.

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Caution
CAUTION
Do not place this stage in a hostile environment such as X-Rays, har
UV,… or in any vacuum environment.
CAUTION
Do not place this stage in a location affecte by ust, oil fumes, steam or
high humi ity. This may cause an electric shock.
CAUTION
Do not leave this stage in places subject to extremely high temperatures
or low temperatures. This may cause an electric shock.
• Operating temperature: +10 to +35 °C
• Storage temperature: -10 to +40 °C (in its original packaging)
CAUTION
Do not move this stage if its motor power is on.
Make sure that the cable to the electronics is isconnecte before
moving the stage. Failure to o so may amage the cable an cause an
electrical shock.
CAUTION
Be careful that the stage is not bumpe when it is being carrie . This
may cause it to malfunction.
CAUTION
When han ling this stage, always unplug the equipment from the power
source for safety.
CAUTION
When the carriage is in its en -of-run position, it is strongly recommen e
not to go beyon this point as this may amage the stage mechanism.
CAUTION
Contact your Newport service facility to request cleaning an
specification control every year.

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High-Performance Long-Travel Linear Stage
IMS Serie
1.0 —Introduction
This manual provides operating instructions for the stage that you have
purchased in the IMS Series:
(M-) indicates that imperial and metric interface versions are available
(e.g. IMS400CC and M-IMS400CC). Mechanical and electrical characteristics
are identical for both models.
IMS Series li ear stages: 300, 400, 500 a d 600 mm travel ra ges.
RECOMMENDATION
We recommend you read carefully the chapter “Connection to
electronics” before using the IMS stage.
IMS400 tra slatio stage.
• (M-)IMS-BPP • (M-)IMS-CC
• (M-)IMS-CCHA

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2.0 —Description
The IMS Series linear stage complements the ILS Series by providing longer
linear travel ranging from 300–600 mm. The stages feature robust designs
with high performance but without high cost, making them cost-effective
solutions for precision industrial and laboratory applications.
Using the same industry-proofed technology as the ILS Series, the IMS
Series features a FEM optimized, aluminum extruded body that is highly
stiff, while minimizing the bending effect caused by different thermal
expansion coefficients of the aluminum body and the steel rails.
Smooth running recirculating ball bearing slides with ball separators
provide accurate linear motion and avoid ball cage migration found on
linear ball bearings or crossed roller bearings.
A highly-stiff, backlash-free, 5 mm pitch ball screw ensures rapid
movements with fast step and settling times, while minimizing heating and
extending the lifetime of the stage.
Position measurements are read on a 4000 pts/rev. rotary encoder,
mounted directly on the ball screw to avoid screw/coupling errors. For
more demanding precision positioning requirements, the IMS Series is
available with a highly interpolated linear scale providing 0.1 µm resolution
feedback.
The completely closed design of the IMS Series with an upper rigid cover
prevents damage to the drive train, underlining its robustness and long
lasting values. IMS stages also feature a motor side mounted origin for
repeatable initialization, limit switches to prevent over travel, and
elastomeric end-of-run dampers for smooth emergency braking.
For optimal performance, we recommend the use of our motion
controllers.
The IMS Series stages are supplied with a 5-meter cable for connection to
our motion controllers.
2.1 Design Details
Base Material Extruded Aluminum
Bearings Double-row recirculating ball bearings with caged balls
Drive Mechanism Backlash-free ball screw
Drive Screw Pitch (mm) 5
Feedback MS-CC, MS-BPP: Screw mounted rotary encoder, 4,000 pts/rev, index pulse
MS-CCHA: Linear steel scale, 20 µm signal period, 0.1 µm resolution
Limit Switches Optical
Origin Optical, approx. 8 mm from motor side limit
Motor MS-CC & MS-CCHA: DC servo motor
MS-BPP: 2-phase stepper motor, 1 Full-Step = 20 Encoder pulses;
n order to close the loop on the encoder, it is needed to drive these
motors in micro-step modus with at least 20 micro-steps per full-step.
Cable 5 m long motor cable included
Two IMS stages a d o e EQ180 bracket
i a XZ co figuratio .

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3.0 —Characteristics
3.1 Definitions
Specificatio s of our products are established i refere ce to ISO 230
sta dard part II “Determi atio of accuracy a d repeatability of
positio i g umerically co trolled axes”.
This sta dard gives the defi itio of positio u certai ty which depe ds
o the 3 followi g parameters:
Absolute Accuracy
Differe ce betwee ideal positio a d real positio .
Accuracy
Differe ce betwee ideal positio a d real positio after the compe satio
of li ear errors.
Li ear errors i clude: cosi e errors, i accuracy of screw or li ear scale
pitch, a gular deviatio at the measuri g poi t (Abbe error) a d thermal
expa sio effects. All Newport motio electro ics ca compe sate for
li ear errors.
The relatio betwee absolute accuracy a d o -axis accuracy is as follows:
Absolute Accuracy = Accuracy + Correction Factor xTravel
Repeatability
Ability of a system to achieve a comma ded positio over ma y attempts.
Reversal Value (Hysteresis)
Differe ce betwee actual positio values obtai ed for a give target
positio whe approached from opposite directio s.
Minimum Incremental Motion (MIM or Sensitivity)
The smallest i creme t of motio a device is capable of deliveri g
co siste tly a d reliably.
Resolution
The smallest i creme t that a motio device ca theoretically move
a d/or detect. Resolutio is ot achievable, whereas MIM, is the real
output of a motio system.
Yaw, Pitch
Rotation of carriage around the Z axis (Yaw) or Y axis (Pitch), when it
moves.
The testing of accuracy, repeatability, and reversal error are made
systematically with test e uipment in controlled environment (20 ±1 °C).
A linear cycle with 21 data points on the travel and 4 cycles in each
direction gives a total of 168 points.
Guaranteed and Typical Specifications
Guaranteed maximum performance values are verified per Newport's A167
metrology test procedure. For more information, please consult the
metrology tutorial section in the Newport catalog or at www.newport.com

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3.2 Mechanical Specifications
CAUTION
To reach specifications stated, stages must be fixed on a plane surface
with a flatness of 5 µm.
3.3 Load Specification Definitions
Normal Load Capacity (Cz)
Maximum load a stage can move while maintaining specifications.
This value is given with speed and acceleration specified for each stage,
and with a load perpendicular to bearings.
Axial Load Capacity (±Cx)
Maximum load along the direction of the drive train.
Off-Centered Load (Q)
Maximum cantilever-load a stage can move: Q ≤Cz ÷ (1 + D/90)
D: Cantilever distance.
IMS-BPP IMS-CC IMS-CCHA
Travel Range (mm) 300, 400, 500 and 600
Minimum ncremental Motion (µm) 1.25 0.2
Uni-directional Repeatability, Typical (Guaranteed) (µm) MS300: ±0.45 (±0.65) ±0.12 (±0.25)
MS400, MS500, MS600: ±0.50 (±0.65) ±0.12 (±0.25)
Bidirectional Repeatability, Typical (Guaranteed) (µm) ±0.70 (±1.25) ±0.20 (±0.50)
Accuracy, Typical (Guaranteed) (1) (µm) MS300, MS400: ±2.5 (±5.0) ±2.0 (±4.0)
MS500: ±3.0 (±6.0) ±2.5 (±5.0)
MS600: ±4.0 (±9.0) ±3.5 (±6.5)
Maximum Speed (mm/s) 100 200 200
Pitch, Typical (Guaranteed) (1) (2) (µrad) MS300, MS400, MS500: ±37 (±75)
MS600: ±50 (±125)
Yaw, Typical (Guaranteed) (1) (2) (µrad) MS300: ±15 (±50) ±25 (±50)
MS400: ±15 (±75)
MS500: ±25 (±75)
MS600: ±30 (±75)
MTBF (h) 20000
1) For the definition of Typical and G aranteed specifications see “Motion Basics Terminology & Standards” T torial at
www.newport.com
2)To obtain arcsec nits, divide µrad val e by 4.8.
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IMS-BPP IMS-CCHA
Specified Speed (mm/s) 100 200
Specified Acceleration (mm/s2) 400 600

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3.4 Load Characteristics and Stiffness
3.5 Stage Weights
Weights indicated into the below table are average values
for stages with a typical drive unit installed.
The weight variation between drive units is not very significant.
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Cz, Normal centered load capacity 600 N
-Cx, +Cx, Axial load capacity <30 N
kax, Compliance in roll 1 µrad/Nm
kay, Compliance in pitch 0.2 µrad/Nm
kaz, Compliance in yaw 1 µrad/Nm
Q, Off-center load QH, QV≤Cz ÷ (1 + D/90)
and QVmust be ≤Cx
D, cantilever distance in mm between the center of the mass of the
load and the bearings center.
Distance between top surface and bearings center 66 mm
Weight [lb (kg)]
MS300 37.4 (17.0)
MS400 41.0 (18.7)
MS500 45.0 (20.3)
MS600 48.4 (22.0)
5-meter MCAB-5 Cable 2.16 (0.98)
kαy
kαx
Z
QH
D
Y
Cz
X
–Cx
+Cx
kαz

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4.0 —Drives and Motors
4.1 Stepper Drive Version
ne stepper-motor configuration is available: IMS-BPP.
This version is equipped with a 4000 pts/rev. rotary encoder located
directly on the screw, and is driven in micro-step.
Micro-Step Drive
This is the drive for stepper or pulse-driven motors, transmitted by the
electronic unit, which entails a theoretical movement of the motor by one
fraction of a full-step. For these translation stages, the micro-step is
equivalent to 1/20 of the full-step.
Stepper Motor erformance Specifications and Characteristics
Command Signals for the Stepper Motor
4.2 DC-Servo Drive Versions
Two DC-motor configurations are available:
• ne version equipped with a 4000 pts/rev. rotary encoder located
directly on the screw: IMS-CC.
• ne version equipped with a and linear scale: IMS-CCHA.
DC-Motor erformance Specifications and Characteristics
Resolution Speed Angle y Step RMS Current Resistance Inductance
(µm) (mm/s) (°) per Phase (A) (Ω) (mH)
IMS-BPP 1.25 100 1.8 1.56 0.77 1.58
0 2
-1
1
10.5 1.5
Step 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 8
+ Phase 1 + + – – + + – –
– Phase 1 – – + + – – + +
+ Phase 2 – + + – – + + –
– Phase 2 + – – + + – – +
Direction –MOTION +
+ Phase 1
– Phase 1
+ Phase 2
– Phase 2
Direction +
Resolution Speed Nominal Max RMS Max. Peak Resistance Inductance Tachometer
(µm) (mm/s) Voltage (V) Current (A) Current (A) (Ω) (mH) Const. (V/krpm)
IMS-CC 1.25 200 48 2 4 1.57 1.04 –
IMS-CCHA 0.1 200 48 2 4 1.57 1.04 –

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Command Signals for the DC-Motors
In the above drawings, + Motor signal is referred to – Motor signal.
➀When the stage moves in + Direction, the + Motor voltage is higher than
– Motor voltage.
➁When the stage moves in – Direction, the + Motor voltage is lower than
– Motor voltage.
4.3 Sensor osition
End-of-Run and Mechanical Zero are 5 V open collector type.
The Index Pulse provides a repeatable Home Position at ±1 step.
CAUTION
“End-of-Run” and “Mechanical Zero” are active signals and should not
be connected to any other source.
Direction +
+V
+ Motor
– Motor –V
MOTION Direction +
MOTIONDirection –
–EOR Limit
Mechanical
Zero
Stage Travel Range
Index Pulse
Index Pulse
+ EOR Limit
Home Position (Origin)
at Center of Travel Range
Direction – MOTION Direction +

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4.4 Feedback Signal osition
The incremental sensor consists of an optical scale and an encoder head.
When the carriage moves, the encoder head generates square signals in
quadrature and sends to pins #19, #20, #23 and #24 of the SUB-D25
connector.
“Encoder” and “Index Pulse” are “differential pair” (type RS-422) type
output signals. Using these signals permits a high immunity to noise.
Emission circuits generally used by Newport are 26LS31 or MC3487.
Reception circuits to use are 26LS32 or MC3486.
SUD-D25 OR SUB-D15
Encoder Phase A 19 13
Encoder Phase A 23 6
Encoder Phase B 20 14
Encoder Phase B 24 7
Index Pulse Phase I 15 15
Index Pulse Phase I 25 8
21 12
22 5
NEWPORT
STAGE USER
CONNECTOR PIN #
Output Signals
Encoders
& Sensors
Power Supply
+5 V 5%
150 mA max.
0V
}
Direction +
0
1
Encoder
Phase A
0
1
Encoder
Phase A
1234
0
1
Encoder
Phase B
0
1
Encoder
Phase B
Direction – MOTION Direction +

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4.5 inouts
The pinout diagram for the IMS stages SUB-D25M connector is shown
below.
4.6 MCAB-5 Cable
A 5-meter MCAB-5 cable is supplied with each stage (see section 5.3:
”Cables”).
IMS-CC & IMS-CCHA
1 N.C.
2 N.C.
3 N.C.
4 N.C.
5 + Motor
6 + Motor
7 – Motor
8 – Motor
9 N.C.
10 N.C.
11 N.C.
12 N.C.
13 Mechanical Zero
14 Ground
15 Index Pulse I
16 0 V
17 + End-of-Run
18 – End-of-Run
19 Encoder Phase A
20 Encoder Phase B
21 +5 V
22 0 V
23 Encoder Phase /A
24 Encoder Phase /B
25 Index Pulse /I
IMS-BPP
1 + Phase 1
2 + Phase 1
3 – Phase 1
4 – Phase 1
5 + Phase 2
6 + Phase 2
7 – Phase 2
8 – Phase 2
9 N.C.
10 N.C.
11 N.C.
12 N.C.
13 Mechanical Zero
14 Ground
15 Index Pulse I
16 0 V
17 + End-of-Run
18 – End-of-Run
19 Encoder Phase A
20 Encoder Phase B
21 +5 V
22 0 V
23 Encoder Phase /A
24 Encoder Phase /B
25 Index Pulse /I
13
25
141
CONNECTED
TO THE CAP
CONNECTED
TO THE CAP
SUB-D25M
CONNECTOR
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
14
22
21
16
19
23
20
24
15
25
17
18
13
SUB-D25F
CONNECTOR
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
14
22
21
16
19
23
20
24
15
25
17
18
13
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 1
(0.6 MM2)WHITE 2
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 3
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 4
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 6
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 7
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 8
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 9
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 5
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 10
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 11
(0.6 MM2) WHITE 12
(0.09 MM2) WHITE
(0.09 MM2) BRAWN
(0.09 MM2) GREEN
(0.09 MM2) YELLOW
(0.09 MM2) GREY
(0.09 MM2) PINK
(0.09 MM2) BLUE
(0.09 MM2) RED
(0.09 MM2) BLACK
(0.09 MM2) PURPLE
(0.09 MM2) ORANGE
(0.09 MM2) BLUE
(AWG20) WHITE 1
(AWG20) WHITE 2
(AWG20) WHITE 3
(AWG20) WHITE 4
(AWG20) WHITE 6
(AWG20) WHITE 7
(AWG20) WHITE 8
(AWG20) WHITE 9
(AWG20) WHITE 5
(AWG20) WHITE 10
(AWG20) WHITE 11
(AWG20) WHITE 12
(AWG28) WHITE
(AWG28) BRAWN
(AWG28) GREEN
(AWG28) YELLOW
(AWG28) GREY
(AWG28) PINK
(AWG28) BLUE
(AWG28) RED
(AWG28) BLACK
(AWG28) PURPLE
(AWG28) ORANGE
(AWG28) BLUE

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5.0 —Connection to Newport Controllers
5.1 Warnings on Controllers
Controllers are intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize
shock hazards and are familiar with safety precautions required to avoid
possible injury. Read the controller user’s manual carefully before
operating the instrument and pay attention to all written warnings and
cautions.
WAR N I N G
Disconnect t e power plug under t e following circumstances:
• If t e power cord or any attac ed cables are frayed or damaged in
any way.
• If t e power plug is damaged in any way.
• If t e unit is exposed to rain, excessive moisture, or liquids are spilled
on t e unit.
• If t e unit as been dropped or t e case is damaged.
• If you suspect service or repair is required.
• W enever you clean t e electronics unit.
CAUTION
To protect t e unit from damage, be sure to:
• Keep all air vents free of dirt and dust.
• Keep all liquids away from t e unit.
• Do not expose t e unit to excessive moisture (85% umidity).
• Read t is manual before using t e unit for t e first time.
WAR N I N G
All attac ment plug receptacles in t e vicinity of t is unit are to be of
t e grounding type and properly polarized.
Contact your electrician to c eck your receptacles.
WAR N I N G
T is product is equipped wit a 3-wire grounding type plug.
Any interruption of t e grounding connection can create an electric
s ock azard.
If you are unable to insert t e plug into your wall plug receptacle,
contact your electrician to perform t e necessary alterations to ensure
t at t e green (green-yellow) wire is attac ed to eart ground.
WAR N I N G
T is product operates wit voltages t at can be let al.
Pus ing objects of any kind into cabinet slots or oles, or spilling any
liquid on t e product, may touc azardous voltage points or s ort out
parts.

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5.2 Connection
There is a label on every stage indicating its part and serial numbers.
WARNING
Always turn the controller's power OFF before connecting to a stage.
NOTE
These stages are ES compatible. Enhanced System erformance is
Newport's exclusive technology that enables Newport ES motion
controllers to recognize the connected Newport ES stage and upload
the stage parameters. This ensures that the user can operate the motion
system quickly and safely.
5.3 Cables
All IMS stages are delivered with MCAB-5 5-meter cables with a SUB-D25M
connector for direct connection to Newport Controllers.
5.4 MCAB-5 Cable
CABLE
CONNECTOR STAGE
LOCKING
KNOBS
BENDING
STATIC CABLE: ≥1.50 (38)
CABLE IN MOTION: ≥3.78 (96)
2.28 (58)
DISCONNECTED
ø.39
(10)
SUB-D25 CONNECTOR SHOWN
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES (AND MILLIMETERS)
WAR N I N G
This cable is shielded correctly. For a correct operation, ma e sure to
loc connectors (ground continuity provided by the cable).
F r applicati ns where the standard 5-meter cable (MCAB-5) included with
y ur stage is n t adequate, Newp rt ffers different length cables designed
t ensure the integrity f y ur p siti ning applicati n.
These cables are specially shielded and terminated with Newp rt’s standard
SUB-D25 c nnect rs. They are available in 3-m (MCAB-3), 7-m (MCAB-7) r
10-m (MCAB-10) lengths.
WAR N I N G
Keep the motor cables at a safe distance from other electrical cables in
your environment to avoid potential cross tal .

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6.0 —Connection to Non-Newport Electronics
6.1 Connections
WARNING
Newport is not responsible for malfunction or damage of IMS stages
when used with non-Newport controllers.
WARNING
Newport guarantees “”compliance of IMS stages only if used with
Newport cables and controllers.
It is the customer’s responsibility to modify the cable and take care of
sensor signal connections, when using the stage with non-Newport
controllers.
• The Mechanical Zero logic signal is open collector type. It supports up
to 30 V and 10 mA.
• The End-of-Run signal is open collector type with a 5.6 V protective
Zener diode.
Mechanical Zero:
Iinmax.: 10 mA
V max.: 30 V
NEWPORT
STAGE End-of-Run:
Iinmax.: 16 mA
V max.: 5.6 V
NEWPORT
STAGE
If the “Mechanical Zero” output
is not used, a 1 kΩ/0.25 W
resistor must be connected
between pins #13 and #21.
5.6 V