PI V-551 User manual

Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG, Auf der Roemerstrasse 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany
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MP147E
V
-551 Linear Stage
User Manual
Version: 1.0.1
Date: 05.09.2017
This document describes the following products:

V-551.2B
PIMag® Precision Linear Stage, Magnetic Di
rect
Drive, 0.5 m/s Velocity, 60 mm Travel Range,
1 nm Resolution, Absolute Encoder

V-551.4B
PIMag® Precision Linear Stage, Magnetic Direct
Drive, 0.5 m/s Velocity, 130 mm Travel Range,
1 nm Resolution, Absolute Encoder

V-551.7B
PIMag® Precision Linear
Stage, Magnetic Direct
Drive, 0.5 m/s Velocity, 230 mm Travel Range,
1 nm Resolution, Absolute Encoder

The following company names and brands are registered trademarks of Physik Instrumente (PI)
GmbH & Co. KG:
PI®, NanoCube®, PICMA®, PILine®, NEXLINE®, PiezoWalk®, NEXACT®, Picoactuator®, PInano®, PIMag®,
Q-Motion®
PI owns the following patents or patent applications for the technology field Magnetic Direct Drives (PIMag®):
WO212146709A2, DE102012207082A1
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this manual are protected by copyright. With regard thereto, Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG retains
all the rights. The use of any text, images and drawings is permitted only in part and only when indicating the
source.
Original instructions
First printing: 05.09.2017
Document number: MP147E, KSch, Version 1.0.1
Subject to change. This manual is superseded by any new release. The latest respective release is available for
download (p. 3) on our website.

1About this Document 1
1.1 Objective and Target Audience of this User Manual.................................................. 1
1.2 Symbols and Typographic Conventions...................................................................... 1
1.3 Figures ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.4 Other Applicable Documents ..................................................................................... 2
1.5 Downloading Manuals................................................................................................ 3
2Safety 5
2.1 Intended Use .............................................................................................................. 5
2.2 General Safety Instructions ........................................................................................ 5
2.3 Organizational Measures............................................................................................ 6
3Product Description 7
3.1 Model Overview ......................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Product View .............................................................................................................. 8
3.3 Product Labeling......................................................................................................... 9
3.4 Scope of Delivery........................................................................................................ 9
3.5 Accessories ............................................................................................................... 10
3.6 Suitable Controllers .................................................................................................. 10
3.7 Technical Features.................................................................................................... 11
3.7.1 Absolute-Measuring Linear Encoder ........................................................... 11
3.7.2 PIMag® Magnetic Direct Drive..................................................................... 11
4Unpacking 13
5Installation 15
5.1 General Notes on Installation................................................................................... 15
5.2 Connecting the V-551 to the Protective Earth Conductor ....................................... 16
5.3 Mounting the V-551 onto a Surface......................................................................... 18
5.4 Setting Up a Multi-Axis System ................................................................................ 22
5.4.1 General Notes on Setting Up a Multi-Axis System ...................................... 23
5.4.2 Setting up the XY System without an Adapter ............................................ 23
5.4.3 Setting up the XY System with an Adapter.................................................. 25
5.5 Option: Modifying the Travel Range ........................................................................ 29
5.6 Affixing the Load to the V-551.................................................................................. 33
5.7 Connecting the Motor Cable and Sensor Cable to the V-551 .................................. 35
Contents

6Startup and Operation 37
6.1 General Notes on Startup and Operation ................................................................ 37
6.2 Starting Up the V-551 with the C-891 Controller..................................................... 40
7Maintenance 43
7.1 General Notes on Maintenance ............................................................................... 43
7.2 Preparing the V-551 for Transport ........................................................................... 43
7.3 Cleaning the V-551 ................................................................................................... 44
8Troubleshooting 45
9Customer Service 47
10 Technical Data 49
10.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 49
10.1.1 Data Table.................................................................................................... 49
10.1.2 Maximum Ratings........................................................................................ 51
10.1.3 Ambient Conditions and Classifications ...................................................... 51
10.2 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 52
10.2.1 V-551.2B ...................................................................................................... 52
10.2.2 V-551.4B ...................................................................................................... 56
10.2.3 V-551.7B ...................................................................................................... 60
10.2.4 V-551.AP1 Adapter ...................................................................................... 63
10.3 Pin Assignment ......................................................................................................... 64
10.3.1 Sensor .......................................................................................................... 64
10.3.2 Motor........................................................................................................... 65
11 Old Equipment Disposal 67
12 EU Declaration of Conformity 69

1 About this Document
V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1 1
In this Chapter
Objective and Target Audience of this User Manual..................................................................... 1
Symbols and Typographic Conventions ......................................................................................... 1
Figures............................................................................................................................................ 2
Other Applicable Documents......................................................................................................... 2
Downloading Manuals ................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Objective and Target Audience of this User Manual
This manual contains information on the intended use of the V-551.
It assumes that the reader has a fundamental understanding of basic servo systems as well as
motion control concepts and applicable safety procedures.
The latest versions of the user manuals are available for download (p. 3) on our website.
1.2 Symbols and Typographic Conventions
The following symbols and typographic conventions are used in this user manual:
CAUTION
Dangerous situation
If not avoided, the dangerous situation will result in minor injury.
Actions to take to avoid the risk.
NOTICE
Dangerous situation
If not avoided, the dangerous situation will result in damage to the equipment.
Actions to take to avoid the situation.
INFORMATION
Information for easier handling, tricks, tips, etc.
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Symbol/Label Meaning
1.
2.
Action consisting of several steps whose sequential
order must be observed

Action consisting of one or several steps whose
sequential order is irrelevant

List item
p. 5 Cross-reference to page 5
RS-232 Labeling of an operating element on the product
(example: socket of the RS-232 interface)
Warning sign on the product which refers to detailed
information in this manual.
1.3 Figures
For better understandability, the colors, proportions, and degree of detail in illustrations can
deviate from the actual circumstances. Photographic illustrations may also differ and must not
be seen as guaranteed properties.
1.4 Other Applicable Documents
The devices and software tools that are mentioned in this documentation are described in their
own manuals.
Product Document
C-891 PIMag® Motor Controller C891T0001
documentation
PIMikroMove SM148E Software Manual

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1.5 Downloading Manuals
INFORMATION
If a manual is missing or problems occur with downloading:
Contact our customer service department (p. 47).
INFORMATION
For products that are supplied with software (CD in the scope of delivery), access to the
manuals is protected by a password. Protected manuals are only displayed on the website after
entering the password.
The password is included on the CD of the product.
For products with CD: Identify the password
1. Insert the product CD into the PC drive.
2. Switch to the Manuals directory on the CD.
3. In the Manuals directory, open the Release News (file including releasenews in the file
name).
4. Find the user name and the password in the section "User login for software download"
in the Release News.
Downloading manuals
1. Open the website www.pi.ws.
2. If access to the manuals is protected by a password:
a) Click Login.
b) Log in with the user name and password.
3. Click Search.
4. Enter the product number up to the period (e.g., P-882) or the product family (e.g.,
PICMA® Bender) into the search field.
5. Click Start search or press the Enter key.
6. Open the corresponding product detail page in the list of search results:
a) If necessary: Scroll down the list.
b) If necessary: Click Load more results at the end of the list.
c) Click the corresponding product in the list.
7. Scroll down to the Downloads section on the product detail page.
The manuals are displayed under Documentation.

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8. Click the desired manual and save it to the hard disk of your PC or to a data storage
medium.

2 Safety
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In this Chapter
Intended Use.................................................................................................................................. 5
General Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 5
Organizational Measures............................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Intended Use
The V-551 is a laboratory device as defined by DIN EN 61010-1. It is intended for indoor use and
use in an environment that is free of dirt, oil, and lubricants.
The V-551 has a PIMag® magnetic direct drive and an absolute-measuring position sensor. In
accordance with its design, the V-551 is intended for positioning, adjusting and shifting loads in
one axis at various velocities.
The V-551 is intended for operation with a horizontally aligned motion axis. With a vertically
aligned motion axis, the V-551 may only be operated with suitable gravity compensation (not in
the scope of delivery).
The V-551 is not intended for applications in areas in which a failure would present severe risks
to human beings or the environment.
The intended use of the V-551 is only possible when completely installed and in conjunction
with a suitable controller (p. 10). The controller is not included in the scope of delivery of the
V-551.
2.2 General Safety Instructions
The V-551 is built according to state-of-the-art technology and recognized safety standards.
Improper use can result in personal injury and/or damage to the V-551.
Only use the V-551 for its intended purpose, and only use it if it is in a good working
order.
Read the user manual.
Immediately eliminate any faults and malfunctions that are likely to affect safety.
The operator is responsible for the correct installation and operation of the V-551.
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2.3 Organizational Measures
User manual
Always keep this user manual available with the V-551.
The latest versions of the user manuals are available for download (p. 3) on our
website.
Add all information from the manufacturer to the user manual, for example
supplements or technical notes.
If you give the V-551 to other users, also include this user manual as well as other
relevant information provided by the manufacturer.
Only use the device on the basis of the complete user manual. Missing information due
to an incomplete user manual can result in minor injury and damage to equipment.
Only install and operate the V-551 after you have read and understood this user
manual.
Personnel qualification
The V-551 may only be installed, started up, operated, maintained, and cleaned by authorized
and appropriately qualified personnel.

3 Product Description
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In this Chapter
Model Overview............................................................................................................................. 7
Product View.................................................................................................................................. 8
Product Labeling ............................................................................................................................ 9
Scope of Delivery ........................................................................................................................... 9
Accessories................................................................................................................................... 10
Suitable Controllers ..................................................................................................................... 10
Technical Features ....................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Model Overview
Three standard versions of the stage V-551 are available. They differ with regard to the travel
range and therefore the dimensions.
Model Travel range Dimension
V-551.2B 60 mm 220 mm x 160 mm x 50.5 mm
V-551.4B 130 mm 290 mm x 160 mm x 50.5 mm
V-551.7B 230 mm 450 mm x 160 mm x 50.5 mm
For further technical data, see the specifications (p. 49).
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3.2 Product View
Figure 1: V-551.4B
1Base body
2Connection for motor cable (panel plug, HD Sub-D 26)
3Connection for sensor cable (socket, Sub-D 15)
4Motion platform
x Positive direction of motion
Figure 2: V-551 with transport lock, identical for all models
1Transport lock (plate with 2 M4x12 screws)

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3.3 Product Labeling
A type plate is on the base body of the V-551 containing the following information:
Labeling Description
V-551.4B
Product name (example), the characters following the
period refer to the model
115003601
Serial number (example), individual for each V-551
Meaning of the places (counting from left):
1 = internal information,
2 and 3 = year of manufacture,
4 to 9 = consecutive numbers
Warning sign "Observe manual!"
Old equipment disposal (p. 67)
CE conformity mark
PIMag® Brand name of the drive
Country of origin:
Germany
Country of origin
WWW.PI.WS
Manufacturer's address (website)
Manufacturer's logo
3.4 Scope of Delivery
Item number Component
V-551 Linear stage according to the order (p. 7)
- Transport lock, consisting of:
1 plate, 30 mm × 45 mm, red anodized
2 socket head screws, A2 M4x12 ISO 4762
1890
Screw set for mounting the V-551, consisting of:
4 socket head screws, A2 M6x30 ISO 4762
000036450
M4 screw set for protective earth, consisting of:
1 flat-head screw with cross recess, M4x8, ISO 7045
2 safety washers
2 flat washers
K020B0089 Motor cable, HD Sub-D 26 (m/f), 3 m
K030B0936
Sensor cable, Sub-D 15 (m/f), 3 m

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Item number Component
MP163EK
Short instructions for the V-52x and V-551 PIMag®stages in
printed form
3.5 Accessories
Order
number Description
V-551.AP1
Adapter for setting up an XY system when the upper stage is a V-551.7B. Material: Aluminum
alloy, anodized, mass: 580 g; including the following socket head screws:
Item
number
Quantity Description Comment
#1295 4 pcs. M4x10, DIN EN ISO 4762, A2 Mounting the V-551.AP1 onto the
X axis
#1890 4 pcs. M6x30, DIN EN ISO 4762, A2 Mounting the V-551.7B onto the
V-551.AP1
#1421
4 pcs.
M6x10, DIN EN ISO 4762, A2
Mounting the V-551.7B onto the
V-551.AP1
To order, contact our customer service department (p. 47).
3.6 Suitable Controllers
The V-551 must be connected to a suitable controller. The following controller from PI is
suitable for operating the V-551:
Controller Description
C-891.120200
PIMag® Motion Controllers for Magnetic Direct Drives,
1 Channel, 24 V, 3 A, USB and RS-232 Interfaces
PC software is included in the scope of delivery of the controllers from PI. The operation of the
controllers is described in the corresponding user manuals.

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3.7 Technical Features
3.7.1 Absolute-Measuring Linear Encoder
The V-551 is equipped with an optical, absolute-measuring linear encoder. For this reason, no
reference move is necessary when the system is switched on.
For the resolution, refer to the table in the "Specifications" section (p. 49).
Optical linear encoders measure the actual position directly (direct metrology). Therefore,
errors occurring in the drivetrain such as nonlinearity, backlash or elastic deformation, cannot
influence the measurement of the position.
3.7.2 PIMag® Magnetic Direct Drive
The V-551 is equipped with a PIMag® ironless magnetic direct drive for high velocity and
acceleration. The drive allows a high position resolution with long travel ranges due to its sine-
commutated drive.
Magnetic direct drives have advantages when compared to classical spindle-based solutions,
especially with respect to wear and dynamics. Because they use as few mechanical components
as possible, there is less friction and backlash and therefore more precision and a longer
lifetime.

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NOTICE
Mechanical overload from incorrect handling!
An impermissible mechanical load on the V-551 due to transportation without a transport lock
can damage the motion platform of the V-551 as well as cause loss of accuracy.
Only ship the V-551 in the original packaging and with the transport lock installed.
The V-551 is delivered with a transport lock installed.
Figure 3: V-551 with transport lock, identical for all models
1Transport lock (plate with 2 M4x12 screws)
Tools and accessories
Hex key AF 3
Unpacking the V-551
1. Unpack the V-551 with care.
2. Compare the contents with the items listed in the contract and the packing list. If parts
are incorrectly supplied or missing, contact PI immediately.
3. Inspect the contents for signs of damage. If you notice signs of damage, contact PI
immediately.
4. Remove the transport lock:
a) Loosen and remove both M4 screws.
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b) Remove the plate.
5. Keep all packaging materials and the transport lock in case the product needs to be
transported later.

5 Installation
V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1 15
In this Chapter
General Notes on Installation ...................................................................................................... 15
Connecting the V-551 to the Protective Earth Conductor........................................................... 16
Mounting the V-551 onto a Surface ............................................................................................ 18
Setting Up a Multi-Axis System.................................................................................................... 22
Option: Modifying the Travel Range............................................................................................ 29
Affixing the Load to the V-551 ..................................................................................................... 33
Connecting the Motor Cable and Sensor Cable to the V-551...................................................... 35
5.1 General Notes on Installation
NOTICE
Attraction of magnetizable objects!
The magnets on the bottom side of the motion platform of the V-551 can attract magnetizable
objects such as loose screws. Objects attracted can damage the V-551.
Make sure that there are no movable, magnetizable objects within a radius of at least
10 cm around the motion range of the platform of the V-551.
NOTICE
Damage to magnetically sensitive objects!
The magnets on the bottom side of the motion platform of the V-551 can damage magnetically
sensitive objects such as magnetic data carriers and electronic devices.
Make sure that there are no magnetically sensitive objects within a radius of at least 10 cm
around the motion range of the platform of the V-551.
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NOTICE
Heating up of the V-551 during operation!
The heat produced during operation of the V-551 can affect your application.
Install the V-551 so that the application is not affected by the dissipated heat.
Ensure sufficient ventilation at the place of installation.
Make sure that the complete bottom side of the V-551 is in contact with the surface on
which the V-551 is mounted.
NOTICE
Lubricants, dirt, condensation!
Dirt, oil, lubricants and condensation will render the motor/drive inoperable.
Keep the V-551 free from lubricants.
Keep the V-551 free from dirt and condensation.
INFORMATION
The V-551 is intended for operation with a horizontally aligned motion axis. With a vertically
aligned motion axis, the V-551 may only be operated with suitable gravity compensation (not
in the scope of delivery).
Contact our customer service department (p. 47) for details on gravity compensation.
INFORMATION
For the positive direction of motion of the motion platform, see "Product View" (p. 8).
5.2 Connecting the V-551 to the Protective Earth Conductor
INFORMATION

Observe the applicable standards for connecting the protective earth conductor.
The V-551 has an M4 threaded hole for attaching the protective earth conductor. This hole is
marked with the symbol for the protective earth conductor (see "Dimensions" (p. 52)).
Requirements
You have read and understood the general notes on installation (p. 15).
The stage is not connected to the controller.