Newport MFA Series User manual

Miniature
Linear Stages
MFA Series
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.
© 2018

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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 echanical 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- otor Drive Version ...........................................................................6
4.3 Sensor Position..........................................................................................7
4.4 Feedback Signal Position .........................................................................8
4.5 Pinouts........................................................................................................8
5.0 — Connection to Newport Controllers..............................10
5.1 Warnings on Controllers ........................................................................10
5.2 Connection...............................................................................................11
5.3 Cables .......................................................................................................11
6.0 — Connection to Non-Newport Electronics ....................12
6.1 FA-PPD & FA-CC Connections .........................................................12
6.2 FA-PP Stage ...........................................................................................13
7.0 — Dimensions.................................................................................13
8.0 — Accessories.................................................................................14
8.1 FA-BK Plate ...........................................................................................14
8.2 ( -) FA-TP Top Plates ..........................................................................14
8.3 FA-BP Base Plate ..................................................................................14

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9.0 — Maintenance ..............................................................................15
9.1 aintenance ............................................................................................15
9.2 Repair .......................................................................................................15
9.3 Calibration ...............................................................................................15
Service Form .........................................................................................................17

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MFA Series
EU Declaration of Conformity
following Annex II-1A
of Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery
The manufacturer:
MICRO-CONTROLE Spectra-Physics,
9, rue du bois sauvage
F-91055 Evry FRANCE
Hereby declares that the machinery:
yDescription: " MFA "
yFunction: Miniature Linear Stages
yModels: MFA-CC/-CCV6/-PP/-PPD
– the technical file of which was compiled by:
Mr Hervé LE COINTE, Quality Director,
MICRO-CONTROLE Spectra-Physics, Zone Industrielle - B.P.29
F-45340 Beaune La Rolande France
– complies with all the relevant provisions of the Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery.
– complies with all the relevant provisions of the Directive 2014/30/EU relating to electro-
magnetic compatibility.
– complies with all the relevant provisions of the Directive 2011/65/EU relating to RoHS2.
– was designed and built in accordance with the following harmonised standards:
yNF EN 61326-1:2013 « Electrical equipment for measurement, control and
laboratory use – EMC requirements – Part 1: General requirements »
yNF EN 55011:2010/A1:2011 Class A
– was designed and built in accordance with the following other standards:
yNF EN 61000-4-2
yNF EN 61000-4-3
yNF EN 61000-4-4
yNF EN 61000-4-5
yNF EN 61000-4-6
ORIGINAL DECLARATION
Done in Beaune La Rolande on 16 May2017
Hervé LE COINTE
Quality Director
DC1-EN rev:A
EC Declaration of Conformity

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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 NIN 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
nly the MFA-CCV6 stage is compatible and can be used in a vacuum
environment up to 10-6 hPa.
CAUTION
Do not place this stage in a hostile environment such as X-Rays, har
UV,… or in any vacuum environment.
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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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MFA Series
1.0 —Introduction
This manual provides operating instructions for the stage that you have
purchased in the FA Series:
1)REMARK
Vacuum compatible stage to 10-6hPa. In this case, the max. speed and
load capacity have to be divided by two.
MFA-CC miniature linear stage.
REC MMENDATI N
We recommend you read carefully the chapter “Connection to
electronics” before using the MFA stage.
MFA stages in an XYZ con iguration.
• FA-CC
• FA-CCV6 (1)
• FA-PP
• FA-PPD

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2.0 —Description
Designed for space-limited applications and compact multi-axis
assemblies, FA Series linear stages supply very high resolution, single-
axis translation in a low-cost, motorized package. Typical applications for
this stage are fiber optic alignment, laser diode research, bio-medical
applications and inspection systems.
FA linear stages are available in two versions: The FA-CC with a DC-
motor, features an integrated gear-box and a motor mounted high
resolution 2,048 cts/rev rotary encoder. The high-resolution position
feedback and low-friction mechanical design ensures ultra-smooth motion
with 100 nm sensitivity. The DC motor supplies an optimized output torque
that permits the use of a lower ratio step-down gear allowing for faster
motion with higher reliability and lower backlash. Hence, the FA-CC is the
recommended choice for applications that require small incremental
motion with high dynamic speed range and good repeatability. The FA-PP
and FA-PPD stepper motor versions are more economical solutions for
less demanding applications.
Travel limit switches prevent bearing damage from accidental over-travel.
FA stages feature an all-steel construction that provides a higher
stiffness-to-weight ratio and lower thermal expansion compared to
aluminum designs. The result is superior performance in a smaller
footprint. The smooth motion of the FA linear stages is further
accentuated by Newport's proprietary double-row linear ball bearing
design with bearing ways that are directly machined into the structural
frame of the stage. Compared to other solutions that use commercial
bearings, FA linear stages have a higher load capacity and stiffness with
low pitch and yaw errors.
Another benefit of Newport's integrated bearing ways is the availability of
4 widely spaced mounting holes for base mounting and XY-assemblies.
This provides better stress distribution and allows for more rigid multi-
axis combinations than other designs that provide only line contact with 2
mounting holes.
2.1 Design Details
Base Material Stainless Steel
Bearings Double row linear ball bearings
Drive Mechanism Backlash compensated leadscrew
Drive Screw Pitch 0.5 mm
Reduction Gear MFA-CC: 1:14
MFA-PP: 1:43
Feedback MFA-CC: Motor mounted rotary encoder; 2,048 cts/rev
MFA-PP: None
Limit Switches Optical switches
Origin Uses motor side limit for homing, typically <5 mm repeatability
Cable Length MFA-PP, MFA-PPD & MFA-CC: 3 m
MFA-CCV6: 1.5 m

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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
N TE
For the MFA-CCV6 vacuum compatible stage to 10-6 hPa, the max. speed
and load capacity have to be divided by two.
CAUTI N
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)
aximum 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)
aximum load along the direction of the drive train.
ff-Centered Load (Q)
aximum cantilever-load a stage can move: Q ≤Cz/(1 + D/a)
D: Cantilever distance.
a: Construction parameter
MFA-PP and MFA-PPD MFA-CC
Travel Range [in. (mm)] 1 (25)
Minimum Incremental Motion (µm) 0.1 0.1
Uni-directional Repeatability, Typical (Guaranteed) (µm) 0.12 (±0.25) ±0.08 (±0.15)
Bi-directional Repeatability, Typical (Guaranteed) (1) (2) (µm) ±0.2 (±0.75) ±0.15 (±0.75)
Accuracy, Typical (Guaranteed) (1) (µm) ±0.9 (±3.0) ±0.7 (±3.0)
Maximum Speed (mm/s) 0.3 (MFA-PP) 2.5
1.0 (MFA-PPD)
Pitch, Typical (Guaranteed) (1) (µrad) (3) ±25 (±100)
Yaw, Typical (Guaranteed) (1) (µrad) (3) ±30 (±50)
MTBF 10,000 h at a 1 kg load with a 20% duty cycle
1) For the definition of Ty ical and Guaranteed s ecifications see “Motion Basics Terminology & Standards” Tutorial
at www.new ort.com
2) After backlash com ensation.
3) To obtain arcsec units, divide µrad value by 4.8.
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3.4 Load Characteristics and Stiffness
N TE
For the MFA-CCV6 vacuum compatible stage to 10-6 hPa, the load
capacity has to be divided by two.
3.5 Stage Weights
The weight indicated is the average value for stages with their cable
installed.
The weight variation between drive units is not very significant.
MFA-CCV6 stage.
Weight [lb (kg)]
MFA 1.3 (0.6)
Cz, Normal centered load capacity (N) 50
-Cx, +Cx, Axial load capacity (N) 10
ax, Compliance in roll (µrad/Nm) 60
ay, Compliance in pitch (µrad/Nm) 10
Q, Off-center load (N) Q ≤Cz ÷ (1 + D/20)
Where D = Cantilever distance (mm)
Cz
Z
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±Cx
X
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4.0 —Drives and Motors
4.1 Stepper Drive Version
Stepper-motor-driven stages are offered in one half-step drive version:
FA-PP & FA-PPD.
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 1/64 of the full-step.
Stepper Motor Performance Specifications and Characteristics
Command Signals for the Stepper Motor
4.2 DC-Motor Drive Version
One DC-motor-driven configuration is available: FA-CC.
DC-Motor Performance Specifications and Characteristics
N TE
For the MFA-CCV6 vacuum compatible stage to 10-6 hPa, the max. speed
has to be divided by two.
Resolution (1) Speed Angle y Step RMS Current Resistance Inductance
(µm) (mm/s) (°) per Phase (A) (Ω) (mH)
MFA-PP 0.00757 0.3 15 0.25 12.5 5.5
MFA-PPD 0.00757 1.0 15 0.25 12.5 5.5
1)Micro-ste driving.
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)
MFA-CC 0.0174 2.5 24 0.15 0.21 54.6 1.19 –

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Command Signals for the DC-Motor
In the above drawings, + otor signal is referred to – otor signal.
➀When the stage moves in + Direction, the + otor voltage is higher than
– otor voltage.
➁When the stage moves in – Direction, the + otor voltage is lower than
– otor voltage.
4.3 Sensor Position
End-of-Run are 5 V open collector type.
CAUTI N
“End-of-Run” are active signals and should not be connected to any other
source.
Direction +
+V
+ Motor
– Motor –V
MOTION Direction +
MOTIONDirection –
–EOR Limit
Travel Range
+EOR Limit
Home Position
Direction – MOTION Direction +

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4.4 Feedback Signal Position
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” 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 C3487. Reception circuits to use are
26LS32 or C3486.
4.5 Pinouts
The pinout diagram for the FA-PP stages mini-DIN9 connector is shown
below.
Pin #21
Pin #22
Output Signals
Encoder Phase B
Encoder Phase B
Encoders
& Sensors
Power Supply
+5 V 5%
150 mA max.
0V
Pin #24
Pin #20
Encoder Phase A
Encoder Phase A
Pin #23
Pin #19
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NEWPORT
STAGE
USER
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 +
269
137
MFA-PP
1 – End-of-Run
2 Phase 1a
3 +5 V
4 Phase 2
5 N.C.
6 Phase 2a
7 Phase 1
8 Ground
9 + End-of-Run

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The pinout diagrams for the FA-PPD and FA-CC stages SUB-D25
connector are shown below.
1) Pin #13 o SUB-D25M is reserved or internal logic or Newport
controller.
MFA-CC
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 Reserved (1)
14 Ground
15 N.C.
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 N.C.
MFA-PPD
1 Phase 1a
2 N.C.
3 Phase 1
4 N.C.
5 Phase 2a
6 N.C.
7 Phase 2
8 N.C.
9 N.C.
10 N.C.
11 N.C.
12 N.C.
13 Reserved (1)
14 Ground
15 N.C.
16 0 V
17 + End-of-Run
18 – End-of-Run
19 N.C.
20 N.C.
21 +5 V
22 0 V
23 N.C.
24 N.C.
25 N.C.
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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 FF before connecting to a stage.
N TE
These stages are ESP compatible. Enhanced System Performance is
Newport's exclusive technology that enables Newport ESP motion
controllers to recognize the connected Newport ESP stage and upload
the stage parameters. This ensures that the user can operate the motion
system quickly and safely.
5.3 Cables
FA-PP, FA-PPD and FA-CC are delivered equipped with a 3-meter
cable, the FA-CCV6 stage is delivered with a 1.5-meter cable.
These cables are equipped with a SUB-D25 connector for direct
connection to Newport Controllers.
WARNING
This cable is shielded correctly. For a correct operation, make sure to
lock connectors (ground continuity provided by the cable).
WARNING
Keep the motor cables at a safe distance from other electrical cables in
your environment to avoid potential cross talk.
BENDING
STATIC CABLE: ≥.94 (24)
CABLE IN MOTION: ≥2.76 (70)
ø.24
(6)
LOCKING
KNOBS
2.28 (58)
DISCONNECTED
CABLE
CONNECTOR STAGE
SUB-D25 CONNECTOR SHOWN
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES (AND MILLIMETERS)

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6.0 —Connection to Non-Newport Electronics
6.1 MFA-PPD & MFA-CC Connections
WARNING
Newport is not responsible for malfunction or damage of MFA stages
when used with non-Newport controllers.
WARNING
Newport guarantees “ ” compliance of MFA 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.
End-of-Runs and Mechanical Zero are open collector type with a 5.6 V
protective Zener diode.
Reserved
(EEPROM Enable):
Iin max.: 10 mA
V max.: 30 V
NEWPORT STAGE
SUB-D25M CONNECTOR
+5 V
R,
Pull-Up Resistor
End-of-Run:
Iin max.: 16 mA
V max.: 5.6 V
NEWPORT STAGE
For connection to non-Newport electronics,
pin #17 and #18 End-of-Runs must be
connected to +5 V with a pull-up resistor. For
some non-Newport controllers, the +5 V
output signal may be pulled up internally.
+5 V
R,
Pull-Up Resistor
Pin #17
Pin #18
Pin #13
5.6 V
To enable End-of-Run, when a MFA stage is
used with non-Newport controllers using the
Sub-D25M connector provided, pin #13 must
be connected to +5 V with a pull-up resistor
(ex: 4.99 kΩ).