PI F-712.MA1 User manual

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F-712.MA1 and F-712.MA2
High-Precision Fiber Alignment System
Stacked Multi-Axis Systems for Fast Multi-Channel Photonics Alignment

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Contents
Customer Service 3
About this Document 4
Figures ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Goal and Target Audience of this User Manual................................................................................................... 4
Symbols and Typographic Conventions............................................................................................................... 4
Other Applicable Documents .............................................................................................................................. 5
Safety 6
Intended Use ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Safety................................................................................................................................................................... 7
General Safety Instructions.............................................................................................................................................7
Organizational Measures ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Safety Instructions for P-616K001 NanoCube® Nanopositioners ...................................................................................8
Safety Instructions for M-122K025 Linear Stages ......................................................................................................... 10
System Overview 11
F-712.MA1 System Components....................................................................................................................... 11
F-712.MA2 System Components....................................................................................................................... 12
Details of the Mechanics ................................................................................................................................... 13
Axis Definitions .................................................................................................................................................. 14
F-712.MA1 Coordinate Systems and Axis Identifiers .................................................................................................... 14
F-712.MA2 Coordinate Systems and Axis Identifiers .................................................................................................... 15
Scope of Delivery............................................................................................................................................... 16
Optional Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Unpacking 17
Installation 17
Mounting the Mechanics................................................................................................................................... 17
Connecting the Mechanics to the Protective Earth Conductor......................................................................... 25
Interconnecting the System .............................................................................................................................. 26
Start-Up and Operation 30
Operating the System........................................................................................................................................ 30
Safety Shutdown................................................................................................................................................ 31
Discharging the NanoCube® Nanopositioner.................................................................................................... 31
Maintenance 32
Cleaning the Mechanics..................................................................................................................................... 32
Performing a Maintenance Run of the M-122K025 Linear Stage ..................................................................... 32
Packing the F-712 Alignment System for Transport.......................................................................................... 33

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Technical Data 34
Ambient Conditions and Classifications ............................................................................................................ 34
Maximum Ratings.............................................................................................................................................. 34
Specifications..................................................................................................................................................... 35
F-712.MA1 and F-712.MA2 Systems.............................................................................................................................35
Requirements for the Optical Power Meter Used ........................................................................................................36
Details of E-712K236 / E-712K252 Controllers..............................................................................................................36
Details of P-616K001 NanoCube® Nanopositioners......................................................................................................37
Details of M-122K025 Linear Stages ............................................................................................................................. 38
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................ 39
F-712.MA1 and F-712.MA2 Systems.............................................................................................................................39
P-616K001 NanoCube® Nanopositioner .......................................................................................................................41
Pin Assignments................................................................................................................................................. 43
P-616K001 NanoCube® Power Connection................................................................................................................... 43
P-616K001 NanoCube® Sensor Connection ..................................................................................................................44
M-122K025 Motor Connection ..................................................................................................................................... 45
Customer Service
For inquiries and orders, contact your PI sales engineer or send us an email
(mailto:[email protected]).
If you have any questions concerning your system, provide the following information:
−Product and serial numbers of all products in the system
−Firmware version of the controller (if applicable)
−Version of the driver or the software (if applicable)
−Operating system on the PC (if applicable)
If possible: Take photographs or make videos of your system that can be sent to our
customer service department if requested.
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About this Document
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.
Goal and Target Audience of this User Manual
This user manual contains the necessary information for the intended use of the following F-
712 alignment systems:
F-712.MA1 Single-sided alignment system with stacked M-122K025 XYZ linear stages and P-
616K001 NanoCube® nanopositioner, E-712K252 digital controller with 4 analog
inputs, firmware routines for ultrafast alignment tasks
F-712.MA2
Double-sided alignment system with stacked
M-122K025 XYZ linear stages and
two P-616K001 NanoCube® nanopositioners, E-712K236 digital controller with
4 analog inputs, firmware routines for ultrafast alignment tasks
Figure 1: F-712.MA2 double-sided alignment system: Stacked linear stages with NanoCube®
positioners
Basic knowledge of control technology, drive technologies and suitable safety measures is
assumed.
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 situation.

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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.
Symbol 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
SVO?
Command line or command from PI's General Command Set (GCS)
(example: command to get the servo mode)
RS-232 Operating element labeling on the product (example: socket of the RS-
232 interface)
Device S/N Parameter name (example: parameter where the serial number is
stored)
Other Applicable Documents
The latest versions of the relevant documents for your system are available for download on
our website (www.pi.ws). Access to the controller documentation may be protected by a
password. Protected documentation is only displayed on the website after entering the
password. If the password included in the Releasenews file on the E-712 CD is no longer valid or
problems occur with downloading, contact our customer service department (p. 3).

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This document (F712T0002) provides safety instructions and information on installation and
operation for F-712.MA1 and F-712.MA2 alignment systems with P-616K001 NanoCube® and
stacked M-122K025 XYZ linear stages.
For fast multi-channel photonics alignment with F-712 systems, see the following document:
Description Documents
Fast Multi-Channel Photonics
Alignment
E712T0016 user manual
The user manual describes the following:
Overview of hardware and firmware provided by PI and
of the fast alignment procedure
Instructions for system preparation, analysis and
optimization
Descriptions and examples of fast alignment routines
Answers to frequently asked questions
Command reference for E-712
Parameter reference for E-712
For general descriptions of the commands and functionality supported by the E-712K252 and E-
712K236 controllers, see the following documents:
Description Documents
E-711/E-712 modular digital
multi-channel controller
system
PZ195E user manual
E-712 commands PZ233E commands manual
Safety
Intended Use
The F-712 alignment systems provide closed-loop travel in axes X, Y and Z for fiber alignment
tasks. The included P-616K001 NanoCube® nanopositioners and M-122K025 linear stages are
equipped with incremental position sensors.
Based on its design and realization, the system is intended to position fiber holders with a
maximum mass of 30 g. The specifications (p. 34) are valid for horizontal orientation only.
The F-712 alignment systems are laboratory devices as defined by DIN EN 61010-1; intended for
indoor use and use in an environment that is free of dirt, oil, and lubricants.
The intended use of the system is only possible if the included controller is applied.

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Safety
General Safety Instructions
The F-712 alignment system 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 F-712
alignment system.
Only use the F-712 alignment system 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 F-712 alignment
system.
Install the F-712 alignment system near the power source so that the power plug can be
quickly and easily disconnected from the mains.
Use the supplied components (power supply and power cord) to connect the F-712
alignment system to the power source.
If one of the supplied components for connecting to the power source has to be replaced,
use a sufficiently dimensioned component.
Organizational Measures
User manual
Always keep this user manual available with the F-712 alignment system. The latest
versions of the user manuals are available for download on our website.
Add all information from the manufacturer to the user manual, for example supplements
or Technical Notes.
If you give the F-712 alignment system 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 F-712 alignment system after you have read and understood
this user manual.
Personnel qualification
The F-712 alignment system may only be installed, started up, operated, maintained, and
cleaned by authorized and appropriately qualified personnel.

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Safety Instructions for P-616K001 NanoCube® Nanopositioners
CAUTION
Dangerous voltage and residual charge in piezo actuators!
The NanoCube® nanopositioner is driven by piezo actuators. Temperature changes and
compressive stresses can induce charges in piezo actuators. After being disconnected from the
electronics, piezo actuators can also stay charged for several hours. Touching or short-
circuiting the contacts in the connector of the nanopositioner r can lead to minor injuries. In
addition, the piezo actuators can be destroyed by an abrupt contraction.
Only disassemble/assemble the NanoCube® nanopositioner according to the instructions in
this manual.
Discharge the piezo actuators of the NanoCube® nanopositioner before installation,
removal or transport:
Connect the NanoCube® nanopositioner to the switched-off PI controller, which is
equipped with an internal discharge resistor.
Do not pull the connector out of the electronics during operation.
CAUTION
Risk of electric shock if the protective earth conductor is not connected!
If a protective earth conductor is not or not properly connected, dangerous touch voltages can
occur on the NanoCube® nanopositioner in the case of malfunction or failure of the system. If
touch voltages exist, touching the NanoCube® nanopositioner can result in minor injuries from
electric shock.
Connect the NanoCube® nanopositioner to a protective earth conductor (p. 25) before
start-up.
Do not remove the protective earth conductor during operation.
If the protective earth conductor has to be temporarily removed (e.g., in the case of
modifications), reconnect the NanoCube® nanopositioner to the protective earth
conductor before starting it up again.
NOTICE
Impermissible mechanical load!
An impermissible mechanical load can damage the NanoCube® nanopositioner.
Only send the NanoCube® nanopositioner in the original packaging.
Only hold the NanoCube® nanopositioner by the black parts of its base body.
Avoid tensile forces on the cable exit of the NanoCube® nanopositioner and do not bend
the cable.
NOTICE
Damage due to incorrectly tightened screws!
Incorrectly tightened screws can cause damage.
Observe the torque range given for the screws used during installation.

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NOTICE
Operating voltage too high or incorrectly connected!
Operating voltages that are too high or incorrectly connected can cause damage to the
NanoCube® nanopositioner.
Only operate NanoCube® nanopositioners with controllers/drivers and original accessories
from PI.
Do not exceed the operating voltage range for which the NanoCube® nanopositioner is
specified.
Only operate the NanoCube® nanopositioner when the operating voltage (power
connector) is properly connected.
NOTICE
Destruction of the piezo actuators by electric flashovers!
The use of the NanoCube® nanopositioner in environments that increase the electrical
conductivity can lead to the destruction of the piezo actuator by electric flashovers. Electric
flashovers can be caused by moisture, high humidity, liquids and conductive materials such as
metal dust. In addition, electric flashovers can also occur in certain air pressure ranges due to
the increased conductivity of the air.
Avoid operating the NanoCube® nanopositioner in environments that can increase the
electric conductivity.
Only operate the NanoCube® nanopositioner within the permissible ambient conditions
and classifications (p. 34).
NOTICE
Reduced lifetime of the piezo actuators due to permanently high voltage!
The permanent application of a high static voltage to piezo actuators leads to a considerable
reduction in the lifetime of the piezo ceramics of the NanoCube® nanopositioner.
When the NanoCube® nanopositioner is not used but the controller remains switched on
to ensure temperature stability, discharge the NanoCube® nanopositioner (p. 31).
NOTICE
Uncontrolled oscillation!
Oscillations can cause irreparable damage to the NanoCube® nanopositioner. Oscillations are
indicated by a humming and can result from the following causes:
A change in the load and/or dynamics requires the servo-control parameters to be
adjusted.
The NanoCube® nanopositioner is operated near its resonant frequency.
If you notice oscillations:
In closed-loop operation, immediately switch off the servo mode.
In open-loop operation, immediately stop the NanoCube® nanopositioner.

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Safety Instructions for M-122K025 Linear Stages
NOTICE
Operating voltage too high or incorrectly connected!
Operating voltages that are too high or incorrectly connected can cause damage to the M-
122K025 linear stage.
Do not exceed the operating voltage range for which the M-122K025 linear stage is
specified.
Only operate the M-122K025 linear stage when the operating voltage is properly
connected, see “Pin Assignment” (p. 45).
NOTICE
Damage or considerable wear due to high accelerations!
High accelerations can cause damage to or considerable wear on the mechanical system.
Stop the motion immediately if a controller malfunction occurs.
Ensure that the end of the travel range is approached at low velocity.
Determine the maximum velocity for your application.
NOTICE
Failure of the M-122K025 linear stage!
Frequent motions over a limited travel range can cause the lubricant to be unevenly
distributed in the drive train. The unevenly distribution of the lubricant can lead to failure of
the M-122K025 linear stage.
A maintenance run over the entire travel range will evenly spread the lubricant again.
Carry out a maintenance run over the entire travel range at regular intervals. The more
often motions are carried out over a limited travel range, the shorter the time between the
maintenance runs has to be.

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System Overview
Systems with alignable sender and receiver are referred to as “double-sided system”, while
systems with only one alignable side are referred to as “single-sided system”.
F-712.MA1 System Components
Component Item No. Quantity
Controller for spindle- and piezo-driven axes E-712K252 1
Spindle-driven axes: Linear stages with DC motor, assembled via Z- and
X-adapters
M-122K025 3
Piezo-driven axes: NanoCube® nanopositioner P-616K001 1
Nanopositioner adapter (for mounting the NanoCube® on the stacked
linear stages)
M122E0048 1
Fiber holder* (e.g. F-603.41) 0
* Not included in the scope of delivery
Single-sided alignment system
Mechanics
Cables
Controller
for spindle-
and piezo-
driven axes
Stack (sender or receiver)
Fiber holder
Spindle-driven axes:
Linear stages with
DC motor (3x),
assembled via Z- and
X-adapters
Nanopositioner
adapter
Piezo-driven axes:
NanoCube®
nanopositioner

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F-712.MA2 System Components
Component Item No. Quantity
Controller for spindle- and piezo-driven axes of both sender and receiver E-712K236 1
Spindle-driven axes: Linear stages with DC motor, assembled via Z- and
X-adapters
M-122K025 6
Piezo-driven axes: NanoCube® nanopositioner P-616K001 2
Nanopositioner adapter (for mounting the NanoCube® on the stacked
linear stages)
M122E0048 2
Fiber holder* (e.g. F-603.41) 0
* Not included in the scope of delivery
Double-sided alignment system
Mechanics
Cables
Controller
for spindle-
and piezo-
driven axes
of both
receiver and
sender
Stack sender side
Fiber holder
Stack receiver side
Fiber holder
Spindle-driven axes:
Linear stages with
DC motor (3x),
assembled via Z- and
X-adapters
Spindle-driven axes:
Linear stages with
DC motor (3x),
assembled via Z-
and
X-adapters
Nanopositioner
adapter
Nanopositioner
adapter
Piezo-driven axes:
NanoCube®
nanopositioner
Piezo-driven axes:
NanoCube®
nanopositioner

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Details of the Mechanics
Figure 2: One stack of an F-712.MA1 or F-712.MA2 alignment system
1NanoCube® Nanopositioner, affixed to the spindle-driven X-stage via the nanopositioner adapter
2XYZ-assembly of the spindle-driven axes (three linear stages with DC motor, stacked via Z- and X-
adapters)
Figure 3: Adapter details
1Nanopositioner adapter (shown without NanoCube® nanopositioner)
2Z-adapter of the XYZ-assembly

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Axis Definitions
INFORMATION
The axis units are set as follows:
NanoCube® nanopositioner for X, Y, Z directions (piezo-driven axes): µm
Linear stages with DC motors for X, Y, Z directions (spindle-driven axes): mm
F-712.MA1 Coordinate Systems and Axis Identifiers
The coordinate systems shown below are active by default for F-712.MA1 systems.
Figure 4: F-712.MA1: Orientation of the coordinate systems (right-hand rule)
Axis identifier in the
controller
Axis name* in the
controller Connected to E-712K252** Notes
1 SPX
Module 1: E-711.SA3
Module 2: E-711.AL41
Piezo-driven
axes
2 SPY
3 SPZ
4 SMX Module 4: E-711.C82, Ch 1
Spindle-driven
axes
5 SMY Module 4: E-711.C82, Ch 2
6 SMZ Module 5: E-711.C82, Ch 1
*The axis name can be changed via the Axis Name parameter of the E-712K252 controller.
**The modules of the E-712K252 controller are labeled with their module number.

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F-712.MA2 Coordinate Systems and Axis Identifiers
The coordinate systems shown below are active by default for F-712.MA2 systems.
Figure 5: F-712.MA2: Orientation of the coordinate systems (right-hand rule)
Axis identifier
in
the controller
Axis name* in the
controller Connected to E-712K236** Notes
1 SPX
Module 1: E-711.SA6, Ch 1 to 3
Module 2: E-711.AL41
Piezo-driven
axes of sender
2 SPY
3 SPZ
4 RPX Module 1: E-711.SA6, Ch 4 to 6
Module 3: E-711.AL41
Piezo-driven
axes of receiver
5 RPY
6 RPZ
7 SMX Module 4: E-711.C82, Ch 1
Spindle-driven
axes of sender
8 SMY Module 4: E-711.C82, Ch 2
9 SMZ Module 5: E-711.C82, Ch 1
10 RMX Module 5: E-711.C82, Ch 2
Spindle-driven
axes of receiver
11 RMY Module 6: E-711.C82, Ch 1
12 RMZ Module 6: E-711.C82, Ch 2
*The axis name can be changed via the Axis Name parameter of the E-712K236 controller.
**The modules of the E-712K236 controller are labeled with their module number.

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Scope of Delivery
Item No. Quantity Description
F-712.MA1 F-712.MA2
E-712K252 1 - Controller for spindle- and piezo-driven axes, incl.
cables
E-712K236 - 1 Controller for spindle- and piezo-driven axes, incl.
cables
E-712.CD 1 1 CD with software and documentation for E-712
E-712.USB 1 1 USB stick with software and documentation for E-712
P-616K001 1 2 NanoCube® nanopositioner
F712B0001 1 2 Stack consisting of:
Three M-122K025 linear stages with DC motor
Z- and X-adapter for assembly of the linear stages
Nanopositioner adapter
K040B0294 3 6 DC motor cable, D-Sub 15 m/f, 4 m
E-711.I1B 1 1 Analog input cable for E-712 controller, BNC to Lemo,
1.5 m
000036450 1 2 Screw set for protective earth
000045698 2 4 Screws ISO 14580 M3x25
000066715 1 2 Screw set: 4 x ISO 4762 M6x25, 1 x Hex key AF 5
User docu-
mentation
F712T0002 user manual for the alignment system (this
document), and further documents, see “Other
Applicable Documents” (p. 5)
Optional Accessories
Item No. Description
C-887.MC2* Manual control unit, USB connector, 3 m cable
F-603.41
F-603.42
F-603Kxxx
Fiber holders with fiber optic ferrules 1.25 mm, 2.5 mm, and 3.2 mm;
customized versions on request
F-712.PM1 Optical power meter, 400-1550 nm wavelength range, to 1 mA input
current, 20 kHz signal bandwidth, logarithmic output ±5 V, benchtop device,
including power adapter
* The manual control unit has to be plugged into a USB port of the host PC and used in
PIMikroMove as an HID device. The display is not addressed by the host PC, only the positioning
knobs can be used.

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Unpacking
NOTICE
Impermissible mechanical load!
An impermissible mechanical load can damage the NanoCube® nanopositioner and the stacked
XYZ-assembly of the spindle-driven axes (M-122K025 linear stages).
Only send the NanoCube® nanopositioner and the stacked XYZ-assembly in their original
packaging.
Only hold the NanoCube® nanopositioner by the black parts of its base body.
Avoid tensile forces on the cable exit of the NanoCube® nanopositioner and do not bend
the cable.
Unpacking the F-712 alignment system
1. Unpack the components of the F-712 alignment system with care.
2. Compare the contents against the items covered by the contract and against 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. Keep all packaging materials in case the F-712 alignment system needs to be
transported again later.
Installation
Mounting the Mechanics
INFORMATION
F-712.MA2: The steps for mounting the stacks on receiver side and sender side are identical.
INFORMATION
Depending on the fiber holder used, it may be necessary to replace the metal cap of the
NanoCube® nanopositioner by the fiber holder. Therefore, the corresponding step of the
procedure described below is optional.

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Requirements
You have read and understood the safety instructions (p. 7).
The NanoCube® nanopositioner and the M-122K025 linear stages are not connected to
the controller.
You have provided a suitable surface:
−There are four holes (F-712.MA1) / eight holes (F-712.MA2) to affix the mechanics
with screws M6x25. For the required position and depth of the holes, see
"Dimensions" (p. 39).
−The flatness of the surface is ≤ 5 µm.
−For applications with large temperature changes: The surface should have the same
thermal expansion properties as the F-712 mechanics (e.g., surface made of
aluminum).
You have accounted for the space required to route cables without bending and
according to regulations.
For F-712.MA2 in addition:
The position and orientation of the two stacks must be adapted to the required
distance and orientation of the fiber holders within your application.
Standard orientation: The two stacks of the double-sided system face each other, while
the reveiver stack is rotated 180° and the X axes of sender and receiver are collinear;
see also the figure below.
Figure 6: Standard orientation of sender and receiver stacks; bottom view
1Z-adapter of the XYZ-assembly
2NanoCube® nanopositioner
3Drive component of the NanoCube® nanopositioner

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INFORMATION
Factory settings of the controller in F-712 alignment systems: If a double-sided system is
installed in the standard orientation , all X axes of both stacks (i.e. sender and receiver side)
have the same direction and orientation, as well as all Y axes, and all Z axes. For example, xpiezo
and xspindle
of the sender side move in the same direction when commanded to move in positive
direction. See “Axis Definitions” (p. 14) for the default coordinate system settings.
Tools and accessories
Suitable fiber holder (not included in the scope of delivery):
−For F-712.MA1: 1 pc.
−For F-712.MA2: 2 pcs.
PI provides suitable fiber holders as optional accessories (p. 16), e.g., the F-603.41 fiber
holder whose installation is described below.
If you use a custom fiber holder: See the dimensional drawings of the NanoCube®
nanopositioner (p. 41; with or without the metal cap) for the required mounting
interfaces.
Screws of the following type:
Screw type Quantity
F-712.MA1 F-712.MA2
ISO 14580 M3x25 (in the scope of delivery) 2 4
ISO 4762 M6x25 (in the scope of delivery) 4 8
M2* 6 12
* Length depends on the fiber holder used. The maximum screw-in depth in the
Nanocube® nanopositioner must not be exceeded (p. 42). If suitable, the JCIS #0 type 1
M2x4 screws of the NanoCube® nanopositioner may be reused.
Torx screwdriver T10
Hex key AF 5 (in the scope of delivery)
Suitable screwdriver for the M2 screws

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Mounting the Mechanics
Proceed as follows to mount a stack of an F-712.MA1 or F-712.MA2 alignment system:
1. With 2 screws ISO14580 M3x25, mount the NanoCube® nanopositioner onto the
nanopositioner adapter as shown in the following figures. Do not exceed a torque of
1.3 Nm.
Figure 7: Relevant mounting holes