PI PIMag V-408 User manual

V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020
User Manual
V-408.132020 PIMAG® LINEAR STAGE
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Contents
1 Legal Information.........................................................................................................4
2 About this Document..................................................................................................5
2.1 Objective and Target Group..............................................................................5
2.2 Other Applicable Documents............................................................................5
2.3 Explanation of Symbols....................................................................................5
2.3.1 Typographic Conventions................................................................. 5
2.3.2 Symbols Used....................................................................................6
2.4 Figures................................................................................................................6
2.5 Downloading Manuals...................................................................................... 7
3 Safety............................................................................................................................8
3.1 Intended Use......................................................................................................8
3.2 General Safety Instructions.............................................................................. 8
3.3 Organizational Measures.................................................................................. 8
3.3.1 User Manual.......................................................................................8
3.3.2 General Personnel Qualification.......................................................8
4 Product Description..................................................................................................... 9
4.1 Product Labeling................................................................................................9
4.1.1 Type Plate........................................................................................... 9
4.2 Scope of Delivery...............................................................................................9
4.3 V-408 Product View.......................................................................................... 10
4.3.1 Base Body.........................................................................................10
4.3.2 Drive Connector................................................................................11
4.3.3 Sensor Connector.............................................................................11
4.4 Suitable Electronics......................................................................................... 11
4.5 Optional Accessories.......................................................................................12
5 Unpacking.................................................................................................................. 13
6 Installation................................................................................................................. 14
6.1 Mounting the V-408......................................................................................... 14
6.2 Mounting the V-408 with Adapter onto the Optical Table............................ 16
6.3 Connecting the V-408 to the Protective Earth Conductor............................. 17
6.4 Building a Multi-Axis System......................................................................... 18
6.4.1 Setting Up a Multi-Axis System Without Adapter........................ 20
6.4.2 Setting Up a Multi-Axis System With Adapter.............................. 20
6.5 Mounting the Load onto the V-408.................................................................21
6.6 Connecting the V-408...................................................................................... 23
7 Startup / Operation................................................................................................... 24
7.1 Temperature Dependency of the Nominal Current: Calculating the Nominal
Current..............................................................................................................24
7.2 Starting and Operating the V-408...................................................................24
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8 Maintenance...............................................................................................................28
8.1 Maintenance Run.............................................................................................28
8.2 Cleaning............................................................................................................28
8.3 Moving the Motion Platform by Hand........................................................... 29
9 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 30
10 Transportation............................................................................................................31
10.1 Attaching the Transport Safeguard................................................................ 31
10.2 Preparing the V-408 for Transportation..........................................................31
11 Customer Service Department.................................................................................32
12 Technical Data............................................................................................................ 33
12.1 Specifications...................................................................................................33
12.2 Maximum Ratings........................................................................................... 34
12.3 Ambient Conditions and Classifications........................................................34
12.4 V-408.132020 Dimensions............................................................................... 35
12.4.1 V-500.AP1 and V-408.AP1 Dimensions........................................... 36
13 Old Equipment Disposal........................................................................................... 38
14 Appendix.................................................................................................................... 39
14.1 Pin Assignment................................................................................................39
14.1.1 Drive Connection............................................................................. 39
14.1.2 Encoder Connector.......................................................................... 40
14.2 Reference Switch Specifications.................................................................... 40
14.3 Limit Switch Specifications.............................................................................41
15 EU Declaration of Conformity...................................................................................43
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1 Legal Information
The following company names and brands are registered trademarks of Physik Instrumente
(PI) GmbH & Co. KG:
PI®, PIC®, NanoCube®, PICMA®, PIFOC, PILine®, NEXLINE®, PiezoWalk®, PicoCube®,
PiezoMove, PIMikroMove, NEXACT®, Picoactuator®, PInano®, NEXSHIFT®, PITOUCH®,
PIMag®, PIHera, Q-Motion®
The patents held by PI can be found in our list at http://www.physikinstrumente.com/en/
about-pi/patents.
© 2020 Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG, Karlsruhe, Germany. The text, photographs,
and drawings in this manual are protected by copyright. With regard thereto, Physik
Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG reserves all rights. The use of any text, images and
drawings is permitted only in part and only when indicating the source.
Original instructions
First print: 2/17/2020
Document number: V408M0001en, KSch
Subject to change. This manual is superseded by any new release. The latest versions of the
user manuals are available for download (p. 7) at www.pi.ws.
Publisher:
PI miCos GmbH
Freiburger Strasse 30
79427 Eschbach
Germany
[email protected]
www.pi.de
Customer service department:
Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG
Auf der Roemerstrasse 1
76228 Karlsruhe
Germany
[email protected]
www.pi.de
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2 About this Document
2.1 Objective and Target Group
This user manual contains the information required for using the V-408.132020 linear stage
(hereinafter abbreviated to V-408) as intended.
Basic knowledge of closed-loop systems, motion control concepts, and applicable safety
measures is assumed.
This document is intended for persons installing, operating, and maintaining the V-408.
2.2 Other Applicable Documents
The devices and software tools that are mentioned in this documentation are described in
separate manuals.
Document number Document type Product
MS251E User Manual C-891.130300
SM148E User Manual PIMikroMove
The latest versions of the user manuals can be downloaded (p. 7) at www.pi.ws.
2.3 Explanation of Symbols
This chapter explains the symbols and markings used by PI in their user manuals.
2.3.1 Typographic Conventions
Symbol / label Meaning
1.
2.
Action consisting of one or several steps with strict sequential order
► Action consisting of one or more steps without relevant sequential or-
der
■ Lists
p. 5 Cross-reference to page 5
RS-232 Label on the product indicating an operating element (example: RS-232
interface socket)
Start > Settings Menu path in the PC software (example: to open the menu, Start and
Settings must be clicked successively)
POS? Command line or a command from PI's General Command Set (GCS)
(example: command to get the axis position)
Device S/N Parameter name (example: parameter where the serial number is stor-
ed)
5Value that must be entered or selected via the PC software
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2.3.2 Symbols Used
Symbol / Label Meaning
General hazard symbol
Risk of crushing
Warning of cut injuries
Magnetic field
Prohibition sign for heart pacemakers, defibrillators, and other active
implants
DANGER
Dangerous situation
Failure to observe can lead to death or serious injury.
►Measures for avoiding the risk.
WARNING
Dangerous situation
Failure to observe can lead to serious injury.
►Action to take to avoid the risk.
CAUTION
Dangerous situation
Failure to observe can lead to minor injury.
►Actions to take to avoid the risk.
NOTICE
Dangerous situation
Failure to observe can lead to material damage.
►Action to take to avoid the risk.
Information
Additional information on the V-408 that can affect your application.
2.4 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.
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2.5 Downloading Manuals
Information
If a manual is missing or problems occur with downloading:
►Contact our customer service department (p. 32).
Downloading Manuals
1. Open the website www.pi.ws.
2. Search the website for the product number (e.g., P-882) or the product family (e.g.,
PICMA® bender).
3. Click the corresponding product to open the product detail page.
4. Click the Downloads tab.
➔The manuals are shown under
Documentation .
5. Click the "Get download link by email" for the desired manual and fill out the enquiry
form.
➔The download link will then be sent to the email address entered.
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3 Safety
3.1 Intended Use
The V-408 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.
In accordance with its design, the V-408 is intended for positioning, adjusting and shifting
loads in one axis at various velocities. It is not for applications in areas where failure would
result in considerable risks for human beings or the environment.
The V-408 is intended for operation with a horizontally aligned motion axis. A vertically
aligned motion axis may only be operated with suitable gravity compensation (not in the
scope of delivery).
It is only possible to use the V-408 as intended when it is completely mounted and
connected. It needs to be operated with suitable electronics (p. 11). The electronics are not
in the V-408's scope of delivery.
The V-408 may not be used for purposes other than those stated in this user manual. It may
only be used in compliance with the technical specifications and instructions in this user
manual.
3.2 General Safety Instructions
The V-408 is built according to state-of-the-art technology and recognized safety standards.
Improper use of the V-408 may result in personal injury and/or damage to the V-408.
►Use the V-408 only for its intended purpose and if it is in perfect condition.
►Read the user manual.
►Eliminate any malfunctions that may affect safety immediately.
The operator is responsible for installing and operating the V-408 correctly.
3.3 Organizational Measures
3.3.1 User Manual
►Always keep this user manual together with the V-408. The latest versions of the user
manuals can be downloaded (p. 7) at www.pi.ws.
►Add all information from the manufacturer such as supplements or technical notes to the
user manual.
►If you give the V-408 to a third party, include this user manual as well as other relevant
information provided by the manufacturer.
►Do the work only if the user manual is complete. Missing information due to an
incomplete user manual can result in minor injury and damage to equipment.
►Install and operate the V-408 only after you have read and understood this user manual.
3.3.2 General Personnel Qualification
The V-408 may only be installed, started, operated, maintained, and cleaned by authorized
and appropriately qualified personnel.
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4 Product Description
4.1 Product Labeling
Figure 1: Product label on the V-408
1. Type plate
2. Warning symbol: Magnetic field
3. Prohibition sign for heart pacemakers, defibrillators, and other active implants
4. Symbol for the protective earth conductor
5. Warning symbol: Electrostatic-sensitive device
4.1.1 Type Plate
Figure 2: Type plate of the V-408.132020
1. Product number (example)
2. Serial number (example), individual for each V-408.132020
Meaning of the position (counting from the left):
1 = internal information,
2 and 3 = year of manufacture,
4 to 9 = consecutive numbers
3. Warning and conformity symbols (old equipment disposal (p. 38), CE mark (p. 43))
4.2 Scope of Delivery
Each component can be identified according to its item number.
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Product number Description
V-408.132020 Positioner according to order
V408B9900 Mounting hardware for the V-408, consisting
of
■2 dowel pins, ISO 2338, 3 h8 × 8
■4 socket head screws, ISO 4762 M2.5×8
For securing extension cables:
■4 spacer bolts, 4-40 UNC-2B, 4.5 mm
across flats, 6.3 mm height
000036450 M4 screw set for protective earth, consisting
of:
■1 flat-head screw with cross recess,
ISO 7045 M4×8
■2 safety washers
■2 flat washers
MP163EK Short instructions for PIMag® linear stages
4.3 V-408 Product View
Figure 3: Example view of the V-408.132020
1. Screw for the protective earth conductor connector
2. Cable exit of the motor cable (with HD Sub-D 26 (m) connector)
3. Cable exit sensor cable (with Sub-D 15 (f) connector)
4. Transport safeguard
5. Base body
6. Motion platform
X: The arrow shows the positive direction of motion
4.3.1 Base Body
The base body is the basis of the V-408. The V-408 is mounted onto an underlying surface via
the base body (p. 14).
The base body comprises the following subassembly or subassemblies:
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Drive
A 3-phase magnetic motor drives the V-408. The motor transfers the drive force to the
platform directly and free of friction.
Reference switch
The reference switch is a sensor whose fixed position serves as the reference point for
incremental sensor signals.
The V-408 is equipped with an incremental, optical reference switch (p. 40).
See the controller user manual and/or associated software manuals for the commands that
make use of the reference point signal.
Limit switches
The limit switches are sensors at each end of the travel range that enable the electronics to
abort motion in order to prevent the motion platform from colliding with the mechanical
hard stop.
The V-408 is equipped with noncontact Hall effect limit switches (p. 41).
Position sensor
The position sensor is an incremental sensor: It measures the position of the motion
platform relative to a known reference point. Optical linear encoders measure the actual
position directly (direct position measuring). Therefore, errors in the drive, such as
nonlinearity, backlash or elastic deformations cannot influence the measurement of the
position.
4.3.2 Drive Connector
The drive connector transmits the supply voltage for the drive.
4.3.3 Sensor Connector
The sensor connector transmits the sensor signals of the V-408.
4.4 Suitable Electronics
The V-408 must be connected to suitable electronics that supply the necessary voltage for
operating the V-408 and if required, to evaluate the sensor and limit switch signals. The
following electronics are suitable:
Product number Description
C-891.130300 PIMag® Motion Controller for Magnetic Direct Drives
ACS modular controller
To order, contact our customer service department (p. 32).
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4.5 Optional Accessories
Product number Description
V-500.AP1 Adapter for mounting the positioner onto an optical table. Ma-
terial: Aluminum alloy, anodized; mass: 464 g.
V-408.AP1 Adapter for setting up an XY system when the upper position-
er is a V-408.232020. Material: Aluminum alloy, anodized;
mass: 65 g.
C-815.00SA0302-0300 Extension cable for motor signals, HD D-sub 26 (m/f), 3 m
C-815.00SA4041-0300 Extension cable for sensor signals, D-sub 15 (m/f), 3 m
To order, contact our customer service department (p. 32).
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5 Unpacking
The V-408 is delivered with the transport safeguard installed.
Figure 4: Positioner with transport safeguard
1. Plastic part with 2 M2 screws
Tools and Accessories
■Hex key, across flats 1.5
Unpack the V-408 and remove the transport safeguard
1. Unpack the V-408 with care.
2. Compare the contents with the scope of delivery according to the contract and the
delivery note. If any of the parts are wrong or are missing, contact PI immediately.
3. Inspect the contents for signs of damage. If there is any sign of damage, contact PI
immediately.
4. Remove the transport safeguard:
a) Loosen and remove both M2 screws.
b) Remove the plastic part.
5. Keep all packaging materials and the transport safeguard in case the product needs to be
returned.
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6 Installation
6.1 Mounting the V-408
The V-408 can be mounted onto a surface or an optical table via the V-500.AP1 adapter.
The V-408 can be mounted onto a surface from below or from above.
Overview
Figure 5: Holes for mounting onto a surface or onto the V-500.AP1 adapter
The arrows point to the following holes in the underneath of the V-408:
Black arrows
(align):
Locating holes Ø 3 mm H7, depth 3.5 mm
White arrows
(mounting from above):
Countersunk holes M2.5 (Ø 2.9 mm / Ø 5.5 mm), depth 2.9
mm
Gray arrows
(mounting from below):
Threaded holes M3, depth 6 mm
Tools and Accessories
■Optional: 2 locating pins of suitable length with Ø3 mm h8
■For mounting from above: 4 M2.5 screws of suitable length
■For mounting from below: 4 M3 screws of suitable length
■Suitable screwdriver
Requirements
✓You have read and understood the general safety instructions (p. 8).
✓You have provided a suitable underlying surface with the holes necessary for the screws
and, if required, locating pins. For the position and depth required for the holes, see
"Dimensions" (p. 35).
■The surface flatness is ≤ 20 μm.
■For applications with large temperature fluctuations: The surface should have the
same thermal expansion properties as the V-408 (e.g., underlying surface made of
aluminum).
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✓You have accounted for the space required to route cables according to regulations and
without bending them.
DANGER
Strong magnetic fields affect heart pacemakers!
The V-408 contains permanent magnets that could impair the function of heart pacemakers
and electronic implants.
►Make sure that people with heart pacemakers and / or electronic implants do not have
access to the V-408.
CAUTION
Risk of cuts and crushing!
If the motion platform moves back to the middle of the travel range, the force exerted by it
can be very high. Risk of minor injury from cuts and crushing if fingers or limbs get caught
between the V-408's platform and the base body or a fixed part or obstacle.
►Use safeguards to protect limbs areas where they could be caught by moving parts.
►Observe the safety distances in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13857 when installing
protective structures.
NOTICE
Attraction of magnetizable objects!
The magnets on the bottom of the V-408's motion platform can attract magnetizable objects
such as loose screws. Objects attracted can damage the V-408.
►Make sure that there are no movable, magnetizable objects within a radius of at least
10 cm around the motion range of the V-408's platform.
NOTICE
Damage to magnetically sensitive objects!
The magnets on the bottom of the V-408's motion platform 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 V-408's platform.
NOTICE
V-408 heating up during operation!
High temperatures can overheat the V-408.
►Install the V-408 so that there is a gap of 10 cm above the platform and a gap of 5 cm to
each side of the V-408 for ventilation.
►If this is not possible, make sure that the surroundings are cooled sufficiently.
►Ensure sufficient ventilation at the place of installation.
►Keep the ambient temperature at a noncritical level.
►Make sure that the entire bottom of the V-408 is in contact with the surface which it is
mounted on.
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NOTICE
Damage due to collisions!
Collisions can damage the V-408, the load to be moved, and the surroundings.
►Make sure that no collisions are possible between the V-408, the load to be moved, and
the surroundings in the motion range of the V-408.
►Do not place any cables or other objects in areas where they could be caught by moving
parts.
NOTICE
Protruding screw heads!
Protruding screw heads can damage the V-408.
►Make sure that the screw heads are fully countersunk and cannot interfere with motion.
NOTICE
Excessively long screws!
The V-408 can be damaged by screws that are inserted too deeply.
►Pay attention to the depth of the mounting holes (p. 35) in the V-408.
►Only use screws with the correct length for the respective mounting holes.
Mounting the V-408 onto a Surface
1. Place the V-408 on the surface so that the corresponding mounting holes in the V-408 and
the surface are in line.
Optional: Use the locating holes provided for aligning.
2. Insert the screws into all accessible mounting holes and tighten.
For mounting from above:
a) Move the V-408's motion platform by hand until the countersunk holes in the base
body are accessible.
b) Mount the V-408 over the four countersunk holes in its base body.
■Maximum torque: 0.6 Nm
For mounting from below:
a) Mount the V-408 over the M3 holes, see the gray arrows in the figure above.
■Maximum screw-in depth: 6 mm
■Maximum torque: 1.1 Nm
3. Check that the V-408 is affixed firmly to the surface.
6.2 Mounting the V-408 with Adapter onto the Optical Table
Tools and Accessories
■V-500.AP1 adapter, available as optional accessory (p. 12)
■Screws in the scope of delivery of the adapter:
■4 screws ISO 4762, M6x10, A2
■4 screws ISO 4762, M2.5x10, A4-70
■2 locating pins ISO 2338, 3h8x6, A2
■Suitable screwdriver
Requirements
✓You have read and understood the general safety instructions (p. 8).
✓The optical table flatness is ≤ 20 μm.
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✓You have accounted for the space required to route cables without bending and
according to regulations.
Mounting the V-408 with Adapter onto the Optical Table
1. Mount the adapter on the optical table:
a) Align the adapter on the optical table. Use the locating holes and locating pins
provided for aligning.
b) Mount the adapter with four M6×10 screws; see "V-500.AP1 and V-408.AP1 Adapter
Dimensions" (p. 36) for the position of the holes.
■Maximum torque: 8.8 Nm
c) Check that the adapter is fixed firmly.
2. Mount the V-408 onto the adapter
a) Align the V-408 on the adapter. For aligning, use the two locating pins with Ø3 mm
h8×6 and the locating hole provided, see the figure on p. 21.
b) Mount the V-408 with four M2.5×10 screws; see "V-500.AP1 and V-408.AP1 flatness
Dimensions" (p. 36) for the position of the holes.
Push the motion platform to the end of the travel range to make the mounting holes
accessible.
■Maximum torque: 0.6 Nm
a) Check that the V-408 is fixed firmly.
6.3 Connecting the V-408 to the Protective Earth Conductor
The V-408 is supplied with a grounding screw set that is already fixed to the V-408. The
position for attaching the protective earth conductor is marked with the appropriate symbol
(see "Dimensions" (p. 35)).
Tools and Accessories
■Suitable protective earth conductor:
■Cable cross section ≥ 0.75 mm2
■Contact resistance <0.1 Ω at 25 A at all connection points relevant for attaching the
protective earth conductor
■Suitable screwdriver
Requirements
✓You have read and understood the general safety instructions (p. 8).
NOTICE
Damage to the protective earth conductor
If the protective earth conductor gets between the motion platform and base body of the
V-408, it can block the table and cause damage to the table and the protective earth
conductor.
►Make sure that the protective earth conductor cannot touch the motion platform.
Information
►Observe the applicable standards for connecting the protective earth conductor.
Connecting the V-408 to the Protective Earth Conductor
1. If necessary, attach a suitable cable lug to the protective earth conductor.
2. Attach the cable lug of the protective earth conductor to the protective earth connection
as illustrated in the figure.
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3. Tighten the screw with a torque of 1.2 Nm to 1.5 Nm.
4. Make sure that the contact resistance is <0.1 Ω at 25 A at all connection points relevant for
attaching the protective earth conductor.
6.4 Building a Multi-Axis System
The V-408.132020 can be used in XY systems. If a V-408.232020 is used as upper positioner,
an adapter is necessary, see "Optional Accessories" (p. 12).
Designations in these instructions:
■Lower positioner: Forms the basis of the multi-axis system, is attached to an underlying
surface
■Upper positioner: Forms the upper axis of the multi-axis system, is attached to the lower
positioner rotated by 90°
Overview
Figure 6: Example of a V-408.132020 on a V-408.232020
1. 4 M2.5×10 screws
2. Upper positioner
3. Lower positioner
Black arrows: Holes for aligning, Ø 3 mm H7, depth 3.5 mm
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Figure 7: Example of a V-408.232020 on a V-408.232020
1. 4 M2.5×10 screws
2. Upper positioner
3. 2 3h8×12 locating pins
4. 4 M2.5×10 screws
5. V-408.AP1 adapter
6. Lower positioner
See "Dimensions" (p. 35) for the exact position of the mounting holes.
Tools and Accessories
If the upper positioner is a V-408.132020:
■4 M2.5×10 screws (not in the scope of delivery)
■Optional: 2 3h8×6 locating pins (not in the scope of delivery)
■Suitable screwdriver
If the upper positioner is a V-408.232020:
■V-408.AP1 adapter, available as optional accessory (p. 12)
■Screws in the scope of delivery of the adapter:
■4 (from 8) screws, ISO 14580, M2.5×10, A2
■2 locating pins, ISO 2338, 3h8×12, A2
■Suitable screwdriver
Requirements
✓You have read and understood the safety instructions.
✓The positioners are not connected to the electronics.
✓The lower positioner is properly mounted on a surface (p. 14) or an optical table (p. 16).
✓The motion platform of the lower positioner is suitably fixed, e.g., by attaching the
transport safeguard (p. 31).
✓You have accounted for the space required to route cables without bending and
according to regulations.
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NOTICE
Impermissibly high load on the positioners!
In a multi-axis system, the stage used for the upper axis must also be moved. Impermissibly
high loads impair the motion and can damage the positioners.
►Pay attention to the maximum permissible forces (p. 33) that may act on the motion
platform.
►In the case of multi-axis systems, include the masses of the positioners to be moved
when calculating the load.
NOTICE
Unwanted changes in position when mounted vertically!
If the load exceeds the holding force of the V-408 when the stage is mounted vertically,
unwanted changes in the position of the motion platform will occur. Unwanted changes in
the position of the motion platform can damage the drive, the load or the surroundings.
►If the V-408 is mounted vertically, make sure that the installed load is lower than the
holding force of the drive. (see Specifications (p. 33))
NOTICE
Excessively long screws!
The V-408 can be damaged by screws that are inserted too deeply.
►Pay attention to the depth of the mounting holes (p. 35) in the V-408.
►Only use screws with the correct length for the respective mounting holes.
NOTICE
Protruding screw heads!
Protruding screw heads can damage the V-408.
►Make sure that the screw heads are fully countersunk and cannot interfere with motion.
6.4.1 Setting Up a Multi-Axis System Without Adapter
If the upper positioner is a V-408.132020:
1. Put the upper positioner on the lower positioner so that the corresponding mounting
holes in the upper and lower positioners are in line.
Optional: For aligning, use the two 3h8×6 locating pins and the locating hole provided,
see the black arrows in the figure above.
2. Mount the upper positioner onto the lower positioner as shown in the figure above.
a) Move the positioner's motion platform by hand until the countersunk holes in the base
body are accessible.
b) Mount the positioner over the four countersunk holes in the base body.
■Maximum torque: 0.6 Nm
3. Check that the upper positioner is fixed firmly.
6.4.2 Setting Up a Multi-Axis System With Adapter
If the upper positioner is a V-408.232020:
1. Mount the adapter onto the lower positioner.
a) Put the adapter on the lower positioner so that the corresponding mounting holes in
the adapter and the lower positioner are in line.
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