PI A-110.050 User manual

User Manual
A110D0001 Rev 1.2 for the A-110 Series
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A-110 Series Linear Air Bearing Stage
PIglide LC, Linear Motor Driven with Encoder Feedback
This document describes the A-110.xxxxx Series of Linear Air Bearing Motorized Stages.

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Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG is the owner of the following trademarks:
PI®, PIC®, PICMA®, PILine®, PIFOC®, PiezoWalk®, NEXACT®, NEXLINE®, NanoCube®, NanoAutomation®,
Picoactuator®, PInano®, PIMag®
PI owns the following patents or patent applications for the technology field Magnetic Direct Drives (PIMag®):
WO212146709A2, DE102012207082A1
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and drawings is permitted only in part and only upon citation of the source.
Subject to change without notice. This manual is superseded by any new release. PI continually improves its
product offerings, and listed options and specifications may be superseded at any time.

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Table of Contents
1. About this Document ____________________________________________________________________5
1.1. Objective and Target Audience of this User Manual ________________________________________5
1.2. Symbols and Typographic Conventions __________________________________________________5
1.3. Other Applicable Documents __________________________________________________________5
2. Safety ________________________________________________________________________________6
2.1. Intended Use ______________________________________________________________________6
2.2. General Safety Instructions ___________________________________________________________6
2.3. Warnings and Safety Notices __________________________________________________________6
2.4. Organizational Measures _____________________________________________________________7
3. Product Description _____________________________________________________________________8
3.1. Model Overview and Part Numbering ___________________________________________________8
3.2. Product Features ___________________________________________________________________8
3.3. Product Labeling__________________________________________________________________ 10
3.4. Scope of Delivery _________________________________________________________________ 11
3.5. Accessories ______________________________________________________________________ 11
3.6. Controllers ______________________________________________________________________ 11
4. Technical Features ____________________________________________________________________ 12
4.1. Air Bearing ______________________________________________________________________ 12
4.2. Linear Motor_____________________________________________________________________ 12
4.3. Linear Encoder ___________________________________________________________________ 12
4.4. Limits and Index Mark (incremental encoders only) ______________________________________ 12
5. Unpacking and Handling________________________________________________________________ 13
6. Installation __________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.1. Mounting Surface Quality and Preparation _____________________________________________ 14
6.2. Mounting Procedure ______________________________________________________________ 14
6.3. Removing the shipping lock(s) _______________________________________________________ 15
6.4. Air Supply _______________________________________________________________________ 15
6.5. Affixing the Payload to the Stage _____________________________________________________ 16
6.6. XY Configurations _________________________________________________________________ 17

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6.7. Connecting the Stage to Protective Earth ______________________________________________ 18
6.8. Connecting the Cables _____________________________________________________________ 19
7. Startup and Operation of the Stage _______________________________________________________ 20
8. Maintenance_________________________________________________________________________ 21
8.1. Cleaning the Stage ________________________________________________________________ 21
8.2. Preparing the Stage for Transport ____________________________________________________ 22
9. Customer Service _____________________________________________________________________ 23
10. Technical Data _____________________________________________________________________ 24
10.1. Basic Specifications______________________________________________________________ 24
10.2. Motor Electrical Specifications_____________________________________________________ 25
10.3. Encoder Specifications ___________________________________________________________ 25
10.4. Ambient Conditions _____________________________________________________________ 25
10.5. Dimensions ____________________________________________________________________ 26
10.6. Pin Assignments ________________________________________________________________ 27
11. Old Equipment Disposal ______________________________________________________________ 29
Table of Figures
Figure 1 - Product Features, A-110.200, .300, .400_________________________________________________9
Figure 2 - Product Features, A-110.050, .100 _____________________________________________________9
Figure 3 -Product Labeling Example__________________________________________________________ 10
Figure 4 - Mounting Surface Quality___________________________________________________________ 14
Figure 5 - Stage Base Mounting Holes ________________________________________________________ 15
Figure 6 –Shipping Lock ___________________________________________________________________ 15
Figure 7 - Air Inlet Fitting Location ____________________________________________________________ 16
Figure 8 - Payload Mounting Holes ___________________________________________________________ 16
Figure 9 - Earth ground connection point location ________________________________________________ 18
Figure 10 - Mounting of the protective earth conductor (profile view) _________________________________ 18
Figure 11 –Stage Electrical Cable Connectors __________________________________________________ 19
Figure 12 - A-110 Series Stage Dimensions ____________________________________________________ 26

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1. About this Document
1.1. Objective and Target Audience of this User Manual
This manual contains information on the intended use of the A-110.It assumes that the reader has a
fundamental understanding of basic servo systems as well as motion control concepts and applicable safety
procedures.
1.2. Symbols and Typographic Conventions
The following symbols and markings are used in this User Manual:
Symbol
Meaning
If not avoided, the situation could result in damage to the equipment.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in serious injury to
those performing the procedures and damage to the equipment.
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
1.3. Other Applicable Documents
None at this time

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2. Safety
2.1. Intended Use
The A-110 is a laboratory device as defined by DIN EN 61010. It is intended to be used in interior spaces and in
an environment which is free of dirt, oil and lubricants.
In accordance with its design and realization, the A-110 is intended for single-axis positioning of loads at different
velocities. The A-110 is not intended for applications in areas in which a failure would present severe risks to
human beings or the environment.
The A-110 is intended for horizontal mounting only in which the plane of the stage tabletop is level and parallel to
the plane of the ground.
The intended use of the A-110 is only possible when completely mounted and connected.
The A-110 must be operated with a suitable controller. The controller is not included in the scope of delivery of
the A-110.
2.2. General Safety Instructions
The A-110 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 A-110.
Only use the A-110 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 A-110.
2.3. Warnings and Safety Notices
The following statements apply throughout this manual. Failure to observe these precautions could result in
serious injury to those performing the procedures and damage to the equipment. This manual and any additional
instructions included with the stage should be retained for the lifetime of the stage.
To minimize the possibility of electrical shock and bodily injury or death, disconnect all electrical
power prior to making any electrical connections.
To minimize the possibility of electrical shock and bodily injury or death when any electrical circuit
is in use, ensure that no person comes in contact with the circuitry when the stage is connected to
a power source.
To minimize the possibility of bodily injury or death, disconnect all electrical power prior to making
any mechanical adjustments.
Moving parts of the stage can cause crushing or shearing injuries. All personnel must remain clear
of any moving parts.
The stage table should never be moved without the air supply turned on. Moving the stage table
with no air supply, causing sliding metal-to-metal contact, may damage the bearing surfaces.

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Improper use of the stage can cause damage, shock, injury, or death. Read and understand this
manual before operating the stage.
If the stage is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
stage can be impaired.
Stage cables can pose a tripping hazard. Securely mount and position all stage cables to avoid
potential hazards.
Do not expose the stage to environments or conditions outside the specified range of operating
environments. Operation in conditions other than those specified can cause damage to the
equipment.
The stage must be mounted securely. Improper mounting can result in injury and damage to the
equipment.
Use care when moving the stage. Manually lifting or transporting stages can result in injury.
Use care when moving the stage. Avoid any shocks, drops or bumps that can cause scratches,
dings, dents, or distortion of the stage.
The stage contains high power magnets that can attract ferrous objects, such as loose screws.
Attracted objects can damage the stage. Make sure that there are no movable, ferrous objects
within a radius of at least 10 cm around the stage.
The stage contains high power magnets that 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 stage.
Dirt, oil, lubricants and condensation will damage the stage. Keep the stage clean and free of dirt,
debris, oil, lubricants, and moisture.
2.4. Organizational Measures
User manual
Always keep this user manual available near the A-110.
Add all information given by the manufacturer to the user manual, for example supplements or
Technical Notes.
If you pass the A-110 on to other users, also turn over 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 property damage.
Only install and operate the A-110 after having read and understood this user manual.
Personnel qualification
The A-110 may only be installed, started up, operated, maintained and cleaned by authorized and
appropriately qualified personnel.

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3. Product Description
3.1. Model Overview and Part Numbering
The A-110 series offers various models, defined by the travel range, encoder type, and motor option. The
dimensions of the various models vary with travel. Encoder and motor options do not affect the dimensions.
Model
Travel
Encoder
Motor Wiring
A-110
050 = 50mm
A = 20µm signal period incremental
Sine (1 Vp-p) output
1 = Standard motor
48 VDC nominal buss
100 = 100mm
B = 1nm resolution absolute
BiSS-C serial output
200 = 200mm
C = 50nm resolution incremental
A-quad-B (TTL) output
300 = 300mm
400 = 400mm
3.2. Product Features
The A-110 series stages all incorporate completely non-contact air bearing surfaces, linear motors, and feedback
devices to provide a maintenance free stage. There is no mechanical contact to wear or require lubrication,
making these stages ideal for clean room and medical applications. The A-110 incorporates opposing lateral
preload and magnetic vertical preload. The brushless linear motor uses an ironless motor coil, which means
there is zero cogging and no attractive forces –resulting in unsurpassed smoothness of motion. This is especially
useful in applications where velocity control is important.

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Figure 1 - Product Features, A-110.200, .300, .400
Figure 2 - Product Features, A-110.050, .100
#
Description
1.
Stage base
2.
Moving table
3.
Moving cable loop
4.
Linear motor
5.
Motor electrical connection
6.
Encoder electrical connection
7.
Air supply inlet

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3.3. Product Labeling
Figure 3 -Product Labeling Example
#
Description
1.
Product model number (example)
2.
Serial number (example), individual for each A-110
Meaning of the places (counting from left):
A = PIglide Air Bearing Product
16 = year of manufacture (i.e. 2016)
021701 = consecutive unique number, 6-digit
3.
Warning sign "Observe manual"
4.
Old equipment disposal warning sign
5.
CE conformity mark
6.
Protective earth grounding location
7.
Air supply inlet location
8.
Motor electrical connection
9.
Encoder electrical connection
10.
Country of origin
11.
Manufacturer's address (website)
12.
Manufacturer's logo