Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley MP-Series User manual

Installation Instructions
MP-Series Heavy Duty Electric Cylinders
Catalog Numbers MPAI-A2xxxC, MPAI-B2xxxC, MPAI-A3xxxC, MPAI-B3xxxC,
MPAI-A3xxxE, MPAI-B3xxxE, MPAI-A3xxxR, MPAI-B3xxxR, MPAI-A3xxxS, MPAI-B3xxxS,
MPAI-A4xxxC, MPAI-B4xxxC, MPAI-A4xxxE, MPAI-B4xxxE, MPAI-A4xxxR, MPAI-B4xxxR,
MPAI-A4xxxS, MPAI-B4xxxS MPAI-A5xxxC, MPAI-B5xxxC, MPAI-A5xxxE, MPAI-B5xxxE
Topic Page
Important User Information 2
Catalog Number Explanation 3
About the MP-Series Heavy Duty Electric Cylinders 5
Before You Begin 6
Install the Electric Cylinder 9
Mount the Electric Cylinder 13
Change Connector Orientation 16
Dimensions 17
Connector Data 29
Commissioning 30
Lubrication 46
Troubleshooting 51
Accessories 53
Specifications 64
Additional Resources 66

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Important User Information
Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. Safety Guidelines for
the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls, publication SGI-1.1, available from your local Rockwell
Automation® sales office or online at http://www.rockwellautomation.com/literature describes some important differences
between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the
wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy themselves that
each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or
application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables and
requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume responsibility or liability for
actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or software
described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation, Inc., is
prohibited.
Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
WARNING: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a
hazardous environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
ATTENTION: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or
death, property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you identify a hazard, avoid a hazard and
recognize the consequences.
SHOCK HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people
that dangerous voltage may be present.
BURN HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people
that surfaces may reach dangerous temperatures.
IMPORTANT
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.

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Catalog Number Explanation
This is the catalog explanation for the MPAI electric cylinders.
Special Feature (1)
Blank = IP67 is standard
W = Food grade (white paint) stainless steel rod
Actuator Mounting
A = Front face, side front, bottom front and rear tapped mounting holes
B = Front trunnion, no tapped mounting holes
C = Rear clevis mount, no tapped mounting holes
(food-grade paint only)
E = Front face mount, front face tapped mounting holes
(food-grade paint only)
Holding Brake
2 = No brake
4 = 24V DC brake
Motor Type
1 = 76 mm (3 in.) stroke length
3 = 150…450 mm (6…18 in.) stroke length
Motor Feedback Type
M = Multi-turn, 1024 sin/cos, absolute encoder, Hiperface protocol(2)
V = Multi-turn, 128 sin/cos, absolute encoder, Hiperface protocol
Mechanical Drive/Screw Lead, Motor Type
C = 5.0 mm/rev ball screw (0.197 in./rev)
E = 10.0 mm/rev ball screw (0.394 in./rev) (2)
R = 5.0 mm/rev roller screw (0.197 in./rev) (2)
S = 10.0 mm/rev roller screw (0.394 in./rev)(2)
Rod Stroke Length
076 = 76.2 mm (3.0 in.) (3)
150 = 152.4 mm (6.0 in.)
300 = 304.8 mm (12.0 in.)
450 = 457.2 mm (18.0 in.) (2)
Actuator Frame Size
2 = 64 mm (2.52 in.)
3 = 83 mm (3.27 in.)
4 = 110 mm (4.33 in.)
5 = 144 mm (5.67 in.)
Voltage Class
A = 200V
B = 400V
Actuator Type
AI = Actuator rod
Actuator Series
MP-Series
(1) The Special Feature field is for customer specific coding.
(2) Not available in the 64 mm (2.25 in.) frame.
(3) 76 mm (3.0 in.) stroke length, is only available in the 64 mm (2.5 in.) and 83 mm (3.27 in.) frames.
MP AI - x x xxx x x x x x -x

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This is the catalog explanation for the MPAI electric cylinder accessories.
Stroke Length (1)
76 = 76.2 mm (3.0 in.)
15 = 152.4 mm (6.0 in.)
30 = 304.8 mm (12.0 in.)
45 = 457.2 mm (18.0 in.)
Version Number
01 = If NAx01 = Front flange mount
If NRx01 = Roller screw grease cartridge
If NEx01 = Alignment coupling attachment
21 = NAx21, Front flange mount (stainless steel)
02 = If NAx02 = Front flange mount
If NEx02 = Anti-rotation option
If NRx02 = Ball screw grease cartridge
03 = If NAx03 = Rear clevis mount
If NEx03 = Spherical rod-eye
If NRx03 = Replacement zerk fitting
23 = NEx23, Spherical rod-eye (corrosion resistant)
04 = If NEx04, Rod clevis
If NRx04, Grease plug
24 = NEx24, Rod clevis (stainless steel)
05 = Replacement zerk fitting cap
06 = If NAx06 = Mounting plates kit
If NRx06 = Front wiper seal kit
07 = Front bearing block and wiper kit
Actuator Frame Size
2 = 64 mm (2.52 in.)
3 = 83 mm (3.27 in.)
4 = 110mm (4.33in.)
5 = 144 mm (5.67 in.)
Accessory Type
NA = Accessory mounting
NE = Rod-end accessory
NR = Replacement kit accessory
Actuator Type
AI = Actuator rod
Actuator Series
MP-Series
(1) The Stroke Length field is used only for the anti-rotation guide, catalog number MPAI-NEx02xx.
MP AI -xx xxx xx

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About the MP-Series Heavy Duty Electric Cylinders
MP-Series™ electric cylinders feature multi-turn high resolution encoders and are available with
24V DC brakes. The MP-Series motor drives a ball screw or roller screw that converts rotary
motion into linear movement. The linear motion extends or retracts the thrust rod within the
electric cylinder housing.
The MP-Series electric cylinders have been designed for exact positioning at high speeds.
IMPORTANT
The MP-A/Bxxxxxx2x electric cylinders are non-braking. When there is no input torque, the
thrust rod can be moved freely. To achieve self-locking of your motion system, use an electric
cylinder with an integrated brake (catalog number MPAI-A/Bxxxxxx4x).
Item Description
1 Feedback connector
2 Power connector
3 Motor with feedback device
4 Actuator cylinder
5 Threaded mounting holes on front, sides, rear, and bottom surfaces (1)
(1) Trunnion mount electric cylinders, not shown, have threaded mounting holes only on the rear surface.
6 Wrench flats for counteracting torque on thrust rod when installing rod-end accessories
7 Grease fitting (not included on catalog number MPAI-x2xxxC)
8 Thrust rod
8
5
6
3
2
1MP-Series Heavy Duty Electric Cylinder
(MPAI-A3150CM32A is shown)
4
7

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Before You Begin
Remove all packing materials from within and around the item. After unpacking, verify the
nameplate catalog number against the purchase order.
1. Remove the polyethylene foam cushioning.
2. Remove the electric cylinder carefully from its shipping container.
Consider the weight of the electric cylinder. Depending on the design, the electric
cylinder can weigh up to 49 kg (108 lb).
Do not rotate the thrust rod. Rotating the thrust rod will cause the home position to be
lost.
3. Visually inspect the electric cylinder for damage.
Closely examine the mounting surface, frame, and thrust rod for defects.
4. Notify the carrier of shipping damage immediately.
Planning Your Installation
Refer to the Kinetix® Motion Control Selection Guide, publication GMC-SG001, for the
specifications and additional products referenced in this section:
•This product can be operated in compliance with the relevant safety regulations, only if
the maximum loading limits are observed.
ATTENTION: Electric cylinders that exceed 23 kg (51 lb) require a two man lift. Do not lift
the electric cylinder by the thrust rod.
ATTENTION: Do not rotate the thrust rod. Rotating the thrust rod will cause the factory
set home position to be lost and require the electric cylinder be homed before its initial
use.
ATTENTION: Do not attempt to open and modify the electric cylinder beyond changing
motor connector orientation as described on page 16, or installing a rear clevis mount as
described on page 12. Only a qualified Allen-Bradley employee can service the internal
working of the electric cylinder.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in personal injury or damage to
equipment.
ATTENTION: The electric cylinder is not intended to be used in applications where
side-loading occurs. Loads must be guided and supported. Aligned load with the
line-of-motion of the thrust rod.
Side loading will reduce the lifetime of the electric cylinder.

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•If you are mounting your electric cylinder in a vertical or sloping position, include safety
measures that will control the work load, should the spindle nut fail.
•Keep the rod from rotating when in use to achieve consistent linear motion. In most
applications the connection to the load inherently provides anti-rotation. If your work
load is free to rotate when the actuator is attached use the anti-rotate option, catalog
MPAI-NEx02xx, to prevent rotation.
•Corrosive environments reduce the service life of electric cylinders.
•Where possible, install the electric cylinder with the grease fitting facing up. This will
reduce the residual grease from falling or dripping on your application.
•Factory-manufactured feedback and power cables are available in standard cable lengths.
They provide environmental sealing and shield termination. Contact your
Allen-Bradley® sales office or refer to the Kinetix Motion Control Selection Guide,
publication GMC-SG001, for additional information.
Prolonging Electric Cylinder Life
Thoughtful design and proper maintenance can increase the life of an electric cylinder. Follow
these guidelines to maximize the life of a electric cylinder especially within a food processing
environment:
•Always provide a drip loop in each cable to carry liquids away from the connection to the
motor.
•If design requirements permit, provide shields that protect the motor housing, thrust
rod, seals, and their junctions from contamination by foreign matter or fluids.
•Replace the thrust rod seals at or before its expected lifetime of 12-months.
Refer to page 59 for catalog information on thrust rod seals.
•Inspect the seals for damage or wear on a regular basis. If damage or excessive wear is
observed, replace the item.
ATTENTION: Uncontrolled moving masses can cause injury or damage to property.
If there is a spindle nut fracture inside the actuator cylinder due to wear, the working
mass will drop down.
Check whether additional external safety measures are required to prevent damage in
the event of a spindle nut fracture.

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Electric Cylinders with Brake Option
The brake option on this servo motor is a spring-set holding brake that releases when voltage is
applied to the brake coil. A separate power source is required to disengage the brake. This power
source can be applied by a servo motor controller or manual operator control.
If system main power fails, holding brakes can withstand occasional use as stopping brakes.
However, this creates rotational mechanical backlash that is potentially damaging to the system,
increases brake wear, and reduces brake life.
An unpowered electric cylinder will require a brake to maintain its position if the force on the
actuator exceeds the Back Drive Force listed in Kinetix Linear Motion Specifications Technical
Data, publication GMC-TD002.
A brake can be use with the actuator to keep it from backdriving, typically in vertical
applications. A brake may be used for safety reasons or for energy savings allowing the actuator to
hold position when unpowered.
Preventing Electrical Noise
Electromagnetic interference (EMI), commonly called electrical noise, can reduce motor
performance. Effective techniques to counter EMI include filtering the AC power, by using
shielded cables, separating signal cables from power wiring, and practicing good grounding
techniques.
Follow these guidelines to avoid the effects of EMI:
•Isolate the power transformers or install line filters on all AC input power lines.
•Physically separate signal cables from motor cabling and power wiring. Do not route
signal cables with motor and power wires, or over the vent openings of servo drives.
•Ground all equipment by using a single-point parallel ground system that employs
ground bus bars or large straps. If necessary, use additional electrical noise reduction
techniques to reduce EMI in noisy environments.
Refer to System Design for Control of Electrical Noise Reference Manual, publication
GMC-RM001, for additional information on reducing the effects of EMI.
IMPORTANT
Holding brakes are not designed to stop rotation of the motor shaft, nor are they intended to be
used as a safety device. They are designed to hold a motor shaft at 0 rpm for up to the rated
brake holding torque.
The recommended method of preventing motor shaft rotation is a four step process: first,
command the servo drive to 0 rpm; second, verify the motor is at 0 rpm; third, engage the
brake; and fourth, disable the drive.
Disabling the drive removes the potential for brake wear caused by a badly-tuned servo system
oscillating the shaft.

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Build and Route Cables
Knowledgeable cable routing and careful cable construction improves system electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC).
To build and install cables, perform these steps.
1. Keep wire lengths as short as physically possible.
2. Route signal cables (encoder or serial) away from motor and power wiring.
3. Separate cables by 0.3 m (1 ft) minimum for every 9 m (30 ft) of parallel run.
4. Ground both ends of the encoder cable shield and twist the signal wire pairs to prevent
electromagnetic interference (EMI) from other equipment.
Install the Electric Cylinder
The installation must comply with all local regulations and use of equipment and installation
practices that promote electromagnetic compatibility and safety.
Follow these steps to prepare the electric cylinder for installation on the machine.
1. Provide sufficient clearances in the area of the electric cylinder for it to stay within its
specified operating temperature range.
Refer to Specifications on page 64 for the operating temperature range. Do not enclose
the electric cylinder unless forced air is blown across the electric cylinder for cooling.
Keep other heat producing devices away from the electric cylinder.
2. Make sure the mounting surface supports the electric cylinder evenly so that it is free of
mechanical stress and distortion.
•Evenness of the mounting surface must be within 0.127 mm (0.005 in.).
•The thrust rod must be parallel to the guide within 0.0254 mm (0.010 in.).
ATTENTION: High voltage can be present on the shield of a power cable, if the shield is not
grounded.
Make sure there is a connection to ground for any power cable shield.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in personal injury or damage to equipment.
ATTENTION: Unmounted electric cylinders, disconnected mechanical couplings, and disconnected
cables are dangerous if power is applied.
Appropriately identify (tag-out) disassembled equipment, and restrict (lock-out) access to
electrical power.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in personal injury.

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3. Attach mounting accessories, shown on page 53, to the electric cylinder.
Use these torque values to attach mounting accessories to the cylinder.
If desired, you may seal the actuator front flange to the drive equipment by applying a
bead of food grade RTV around the periphery of the join between the actuator and the
machine surface. Use of a gasket or RTV on the mating surface is not recommended, as
this can cause the misalignment of the shaft and result in damage to the actuator and the
driven equipment.
4. Attach rod-end accessories, see on page 54, to the work load as outlined below.
Be sure the work load center of gravity is centric to the thrust rod.
5. Use these torque values to attach a rod eye or rod clevis to the thrust rod.
ATTENTION: Proper attachment of the rear clevis mount is important to achieving an
IP67 rating. Refer to Installing the Rear Clevis Mounting Kit on page 12.
Failure to observe precautionary steps could result in damage to the electric cylinder
and its components.
Frame
Size Mounting Plates Front FlangeRear Clevis (1)
(1) Rear clevis requires removal of the end cap from the electric cylinder. If the cylinder is opened, take precautions to avoid
contamination and then reseal the cylinder so an IP67 rating is achieved.
Torque, max (2) (3)
(2) Unless otherwise noted, torque specifications have a ±20% tolerance.
(3) The anti-rotation guide is not included in this step. Refer to page 11 for anti-rotation guide torque values.
64 MPAI-NA206 MPAI-NA202 MPAI-NA203 13.2 N•m (117 lb•in)
83 MPAI-NA306 MPAI-NA302 MPAI-NA303
39.5 N•m (29.1 lb•ft)
110 MPAI-NA406 MPAI-NA402 MPAI-NA403
144 MPAI-NA506 MPAI-NA502 MPAI-NA503 56.5 N•m (41.7 lb•ft)
ATTENTION: Damage may occur to the electric cylinder bearings and the feedback
device if sharp impact to the thrust rod is applied during installation. Do not strike the
thrust rod with tools during installation or removal.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in damage to the electric cylinder
and its components.
Frame
Size
Thrust Rod
Thread Wrench Flats Width Torque, max (1)
(1) Unless otherwise noted, torque specifications have a ±20% tolerance.
64 M10 x 1.25 22.99 mm (.905 in.) 24.4 N•m (18.0 lb•ft)
83 M16 x 1.5 26.97 mm (1.062 in.) 61.0 N•m (45.0 lb•ft)
110 M20 x 1.5 38.08 mm (1.489 in.) 76.3 N•m (56.3 lb•ft)
114 M27 x 2.0 53.98 mm (2.125 in.) 135.6 N•m (100.0 lb•ft)
Wrench
Flats

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Use two wrenches to attach a rod-end accessory: one wrench to tighten the rod-end
accessory, and the other wrench to counter act the applied torque at the thrust-rod
wrench flats.
6. Use these torque values to attach an anti-rotation guide to the cylinder and the thrust
rod.
To reduce wear on the horizontal guides of the Anti-rotation kit, adjust the guides at the
work load and the electric cylinder so that they are exactly parallel, as described in Mount
the Electric Cylinder on page 13.
ATTENTION: Do not apply torque or rotate the thrust rod itself. Rotating the thrust rod
will cause the home position to be lost.
Frame
Size Anti-rotation Guide Bearing Block Screws (1)
(1) Torque value applies to mounting screws with standard threads and strength class 8.8. Apply torque to mounting screws evenly.
Thrust Rod
Clamp (2)
(2) Torque value applies to the clamp bolt attached to the thrust rod of the electric cylinder.
Anti-rotation
Shaft (3)
(3) Torque value applies to the clamp bolt attached to the horizontal guide shaft of the Anti-rotation guide.
64 MPAI-NE202xx 13.2 N•m (117 lb•in) 7.8 N•m (69 lb•in) 7.8 N•m (69 lb•in)
83 MPAI-NE302xx
39.5 N•m (29.13 lb•ft) 7.8 N•m (5.75 lb•ft)
13.2 N•m (9.74 lb•ft)110 MPAI-NE402xx
144 MPAI-NE502xx 56.5 N•m (70.0 lb•ft) 20.3 N•m (15.0 lb•ft)

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Installing the Rear Clevis Mounting Kit
Follow this procedure to install a rear clevis mount on an MP-Series electric cylinder.
1. Prepare a contamination-free area in which to work.
2. Remove the four bolts that secure the end cap.
Bolts sizes are shown here.
3. Set aside the mounting bolts for reuse.
4. Clean the mounting surface and verify it is undamaged before continuing.
5. Carefully position the rear clevis mount and seal on the mounting surface.
The seal is included in the rear clevis mounting kit.
6. Using an alternating torque pattern, evenly torque each of the four mounting bolts to
value shown on page 10.
ATTENTION: Proper attachment of the rear clevis mount is important to achieving an IP67 rating.
Failure to observe this procedure could result in damage to the electric cylinder and its
components.
Frame Size Bolt Size
64 M6 x 1.0 (0.04)
83
M8 x 1.25 (0.05)
110
144 M12 x 1.75 (0.07)

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Mount the Electric Cylinder
Follow these steps to mount the electric cylinder on the machine.
1. Verify the mounting surface flatness.
The mounting surface must be flat or shimmed flat to the mounting surface of the
electric cylinder within 0.127 mm (0.005 in.) to avoid distortion and damage to the
actuator housing.
2. Install and evenly tighten the steel fasteners so the electric cylinder is securely mounted
on the machine before thrust rod alignment is performed.
3. Align the electric cylinder as shown in the diagram and described below.
Align the thrust rod of the electric cylinder parallel to the load supporting bearing
system in both flatness and straightness within these specifications:
•With thrust rod extended <0.254 mm (0.010 in.) parallel to the load guides.
•With thrust rod retracted <0.127 mm (0.005 in.) parallel to the load guides.
4. Torque the steel fasteners evenly to 39.5 N•m (350 lb•in), and then verify the thrust rod
alignment remains within specifications.
ATTENTION: When installed, pinch points with high forces are created that have the potential for
causing physical damage. The risk area surrounding the electric cylinder must be enclosed or
clearly marked, including signage in accordance with national and international requirements.
The risk area must be protected by a safety system that stops the equipment if anyone enters the
risk area. Personnel who enter the risk area must be authorized, trained, and qualified for any task
performed inside the risk area.
Load
Rod Extended
< 0.254 mm (0.010 in.)
Rod Retracted
< 0.127 mm (0.005 in.)
Load
Guide
Guide
Thrust Rod
Electric Cylinder

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Verify Connector O-ring and Backshell Seal
An O-ring on the feedback connector, and a backshell seal on the feedback and power/brake
connectors are necessary to achieve the maximum environmental rating. Verify the seal and
O-rings are installed as described.
Attach Motor Cables
Use this procedure to attach the power and feedback cables after the electric cylinder is mounted.
1. Carefully align each cable connector with the respective motor connector as shown in
the diagram.
2. Fully seat the feedback connector and the power/brake connector.
•Hand tighten the collar of a threaded (M4) connector five or six turns.
Location Verify
•An O-ring is mounted on the external surface of the
feedback connector and the power/brake connector.
•The O-ring is undamaged, not twisted, and rests in the
groove near the rear of the connector.
•A backshell seal covers the joint inside the feedback and
power/brake housings. It seals the joint between the
backshell and the housing of the connector.
•The backshell seal is undamaged, and it is fully seated
against the face of the backshell.
ATTENTION: Keyed connectors must be properly aligned and hand-tightened the
recommended number of turns.
Improper connector alignment is indicated by the need for excessive force to seat
connectors. For example, the need to use tools to fully seat connectors.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in damage to equipment.
ATTENTION: When installing a threaded DIN cable with an M4 designation, an O-ring
must be installed in the groove immediately adjacent to the body of the motor
connector. This O-ring dampens the effects of vibration at the cable-to-motor
connection.
Cables requiring O-rings include 2090-XXNPMF-xxSxx or 2090-CPxM4DF-xxAFxx power
cables, and 2090-CFBM4DF-CDAFxx feedback cable.
Continuous flex cables with a SpeedTec DIN connector have an M7 designation.
O-ring
Groove reserved for
quick-lock plug.
Backshell Seal Inside
Feedback and Power/Brake
Connector Housing

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•Hand tighten the collar of a SpeedTec (M7) connector one-quarter turn.
3. Form a drip loop in the cable to keep liquids away from the connectors.
4. Verify the continuity and functionality of the thermal switch signals, TS+ and TS-.
These signals are transmitted through the feedback cable that connects the motor to its
controlling drive.
ATTENTION: Make sure cables are installed and restrained to prevent uneven tension or
flexing at the cable connectors. Excessive and uneven lateral force at the cable
connectors may result in the connector’s environmental seal opening and closing as the
cable flexes.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in damage to the electric cylinder
motor and its components.
Flat Surface
with Logo on Top
Top of connector is relative to motor
orientation.
Feedback Connector
Drip Loop
Power Connector
Flat Surface
with Logo on Top

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Change Connector Orientation
You can rotate the circular DIN connector housings up to 270° in either direction.
Follow these steps to rotate the DIN connectors.
1. Mount and fully seat a mating cable on the connector.
2. Grasp the connector and the cable plug by their housings and slowly rotate them to the
outside of the motor.
If necessary, repeat these steps for the other connector (feedback or power/brake).
ATTENTION: For actuators with food grade white paint, consider rerouting cables instead of
rotating the connectors. Rotation of the connectors interrupts continuity of the white paint across
the rotation joint. This might allow foreign material in and start corrosion. If you must rotate the
connectors, consider applying food grade RTV to the joint to assist in corrosion protection.
ATTENTION: You can rotate the connectors into a fixed position during installation of the electric
cylinder and remain in that position without further adjustment. Strictly limit the applied forces
and the number of times the connector is rotated to be sure that connectors meet the
requirements of IP67 for the motor portion of the electric cylinder.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in damage to the motor and its
components.
ATTENTION: Only apply force to the connectors; do not apply force to the cable. Do
not use tools (for example, pliers and vise-grips) to assist with the rotation of the
connector.
Failure to observe these safety precautions could result in personal injury or damage
to equipment.
180°
90°
270°
As Manufactured
Front
(rod side of actuator)
Front
(rod side of actuator)

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Dimensions
HD
AD
S (mounting
bolts) on M
(diameter of bolt
circle)
B
G2
G1
See
Detail A
Dimensions for L7 and ZJ are the
length when the rod is fully retracted.
AM
WH
L3 1.5 (0.06)
L1
L2
L7
ZJ
B
Feedback
Connector
T Mounting Bolts (4x)
TG1
TG2
Power/Brake
Connector
Grease Fitting 1/4-28 thread (not present on MPAI-x2xxx)
Dimensions are in mm (in.)
P
Wrench Flats
See Detail A for size
Detail A
AF
PD RD
TL
Standard Mount Frame 64, 83, 110, and 144 Electric Cylinders
This is a bottom view, the connectors are on the opposite side.
Frame Size
TL (thread length) min mm (in.) PD (pilot dia.)
mm (in.) AF (across flats)
mm (in.) RD (rod dia.)
mm (in.)
64 M10 x 1.25 x 22.1 (0.049 x 0.87) Ø 47.955…48.000 (1.8880…1.8898) 22.74…22.99 (0.895…0.905) Ø 25.38 (0.999) 83 M16 x1.5 x 34.3 (0.06 x 1.35) Ø 59.955…60.000 (2.3604…2.3622) 26.72…26.97 (1.052…1.062) Ø 30.13 (1.186) 110 M20 x 1.5 x 41.4 (0.06 x 1.63) Ø 71.955…72.000 (2.8328…2.8346) 34.73…34.98 (1.367…1.377) Ø 38.08 (1.499) 144 M27 x 2.0 x 45.7 (0.08 x 1.80) Ø 99.955…100.000 (3.9352…3.9370) 53.73…53.98 (2.115…2.125) Ø 57.13 (2.249)

18 MP-Series Heavy Duty Electric Cylinders
Rockwell Automation Publication MPAI-IN001E-EN-P - March 2012
Standard Dimensions (frame 64)
Standard Dimensions (frame 83)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. AD mm
(in.)
HD
mm
(in.)
AM
mm
(in.)
B
mm
(in.)
S
mm
(in.)
G1
mm
(in.)
G2 (1)
mm
(in.)
(1) If ordering MPAI-A/B2xxxxCV4x-x actuator with brake, add 37.6 mm (1.48 in.) to dimensions G2, L7, and ZJ.
L1
mm
(in.)
L2
mm
(in.)
MPAI-A/B2076CV12A
72.8
(2.87)
104.5
(4.11)
41.9
(1.65)
34.0
(1.34)
M6 x 1.0 x 9.0
(0.04 x 0.35)
28.8
(1.13)
106.9
(4.21)
144.0
(5.67)
20.00
(0.787)
MPAI-A/B2150CV32A 220.2
(8.67)
MPAI-A/B2300CV32A 372.6
(14.67)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. L3 mm
(in.)
L7 (1)
mm
(in.)
M (2)
mm
(in.)
(2) The tolerance for this dimension is +0.0, -0.038 mm (+0.0, -0.0015 in.).
P
mm
(in.)
T
mm
(in.)
TG1
mm
(in.)
TG2
mm
(in.)
WH
mm
(in.)
ZJ (1)
mm (in.)
MPAI-A/B2076CV12A
1.5
(0.06)
288.1
(11.34)
70.0
(2.76)
63.5
(2.50)
M6 x 1.0 x 9.0
(0.04 x 0.35)
54.0
(2.13)
20.0
(0.79)
17.3
(0.68)
263.5
(10.37)
MPAI-A/B2150CV32A 364.3
(14.34)
339.7
(13.37)
MPAI-A/B2300CV32A 516.74
(20.34)
492.1
(19.37)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. AD mm
(in.)
HD
mm
(in.)
AM
mm
(in.)
B
mm
(in.)
S
mm
(in.)
G1
mm
(in.)
G2 (1)
mm
(in.)
(1) For MPAI-A/B3xxxxMx4A actuators, add 47.7 mm (1.88 in.) to dimensions G2, L7, and ZJ.
L1
mm
(in.)
L2
mm
(in.)
MPAI-A/B3076xM12A
82.8
(3.26)
124.6
(4.90)
54.6
(2.15)
44.0
(1.73)
M8 x 1.25 x12
(0.05 x 0.47)
31.9
(1.25)
127.5
(5.02)
177.0
(6.97)
21.0
(0.83)
MPAI-A/B3150xM32A 253.1
(9.97)
MPAI-A/B3300xM32A 405.5
(15.97)
MPAI-A/B3450xM32A 557.9
(21.97)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. L3 mm
(in.)
L7 (1)
mm
(in.)
M (2)
mm
(in.)
(2) The tolerance for this dimension is +0.0, -0.038 mm (+0.0, -0.0015 in.).
P
mm
(in.)
T
mm
(in.)
TG1
mm
(in.)
TG2
mm
(in.)
WH
mm
(in.)
ZJ (1)
mm
(in.)
MPAI-A/B3076xM12A
1.5
(0.06)
337.4
(13.29)
92.0
(3.62)
83.6
(3.29)
M8 x 1.25 x 8
(0.05 x 0.31)
69.0
(2.72)
36.0
(1.42)
17.3
(0.68)
300.0
(11.81)
MPAI-A/B3150xM32A 413.6
(16.29)
376.3
(14.81)
MPAI-A/B3300xM32A 566.0
(22.29)
528.7
(20.81)
MPAI-A/B3450xM32A 718.4
(28.29)
681.1
(26.81)

MP-Series Heavy Duty Electric Cylinders 19
Rockwell Automation Publication MPAI-IN001E-EN-P - March 2012
Standard Dimensions (frame 110)
Standard Dimensions (frame 144)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. AD mm
(in.)
HD
mm
(in.)
AM
mm
(in.)
B
mm
(in.)
S
mm
(in.)
G1
mm
(in.)
G2 (1)
mm
(in.)
(1) For MPAI-A/B4xxxxM34A actuators, add 46.2 mm (1.88 in.) to dimensions G2, L7, and ZJ.
L1
mm
(in.)
L2
mm
(in.)
MPAI-A/B4150xM32A
96.3
(3.79)
151.5
(5.96)
61.3
(2.41)
50.0
(1.97)
M8 x 1.25 x12
(0.05 x 0.47)
31.9
(1.25)
130.7
(5.15)
295.4
(11.63)
25.0
(0.98)
MPAI-A/B4300xM32A 447.8
(17.63)
MPAI-A/B4450xM32A 600.2
(23.63)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. L3 mm
(in.)
L7 (1)
mm
(in.)
M (2)
mm
(in.)
(2) The tolerance for this dimension is +0.0, -0.038 mm (+0.0, -0.0015 in.).
P
mm
(in.)
T
mm
(in.)
TG1
mm
(in.)
TG2
mm
(in.)
WH
mm
(in.)
ZJ (1)
mm
(in.)
MPAI-A/B4150xM32A
1.5
(0.06)
466.6
(18.37)
127.0
(5.0)
110.5
(4.35)
M8 x 1.25 x 8
(0.05 x 0.31)
85.0
(3.35)
55.0
(2.17)
16.8
(0.66)
422.1
(16.62)
MPAI-A/B4300xM32A 619.0
(24.37)
574.5
(22.62)
MPAI-A/B4450xM32A 771.4
(30.37)
726.9
(28.62)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. AD mm
(in.)
HD
mm
(in.)
AM
mm
(in.)
B
mm
(in.)
S
mm
(in.)
G1
mm
(in.)
G2 (1)
mm
(in.)
(1) For MPAI-A/B5xxxxMx4A actuators, add 51.5 mm (1.88 in.) to dimensions G2, L7, and ZJ.
L1
mm
(in.)
L2
mm
(in.)
MPAI-A/B5150xM32A
110.1
(4.33)
181.9
(7.16)
74.9
(2.75)
85.00
(3.346)
M12 x 1.75 x 12
(0.07 x 0.81)
34.4
(1.35)
146.8
(5.78)
343.6
(13.53)
30.00
(1.181)
MPAI-A/B5300xM32A 496.0
(19.53)
MPAI-A/B5450xM32A 648.4
(25.53)
Electric Cylinder
Cat. No. L3 mm
(in.)
L7 (1)
mm
(in.)
M (2)
mm
(in.)
(2) The tolerance for this dimension is +0.0, -0.038 mm (+0.0, -0.0015 in.).
P
mm
(in.)
T
mm
(in.)
TG1
mm
(in.)
TG2
mm
(in.)
WH
mm
(in.)
ZJ (1)
mm
(in.)
MPAI-A/B5150xM32A
1.6
(0.06)
553.4
(21.79)
155.0
(6.10)
143.6
(5.66)
M12 x 1.75 x 12
(0.07 x 0.81)
110.0
(4.33)
65.0
(2.56)
24.1
(0.95)
502.6
(19.79)
MPAI-A/B5300xM32A 705.8
(27.79)
655.0
(25.79)
MPAI-A/B5450xM32A 858.2
(33.79)
807.4
(31.79)

20 MP-Series Heavy Duty Electric Cylinders
Rockwell Automation Publication MPAI-IN001E-EN-P - March 2012
Dimensions for Face Mount 64, 83, 110, and 144 Electric Cylinders
HD
AD
G2
G1
See
Detail A
Dimensions for L7 and ZJ are the
length when the rod is fully retracted.
AM
WH
L3
L7
ZJ
Feedback
Connector
T Mounting Bolts (4x)
TG1
TG2
Power/Brake
Connector
Grease Fitting 1/4-28 thread (not present on MPAI-x2xxx)
Dimensions are in mm (in.)
P
Wrench Flats
See Detail A for size
Detail A
AF
PD RD
TL
These dimensions apply to MPAI-xxxxxxxxxE-W (food-grade paint) configurations.
This is a bottom view, the connectors are on the opposite side.
Frame Size
TL (thread length) min mm (in.) PD (pilot dia.)
mm (in.) AF (across flats)
mm (in.) RD (rod dia.)
mm (in.)
64 M10 x 1.25 x 22.1 (0.049 x 0.87) Ø 47.955…48.000 (1.8880…1.8898) 22.74…22.99 (0.895…0.905) Ø 25.38 (0.999)
83 M16 x1.5 x 34.3 (0.06 x 1.35) Ø 59.955…60.000 (2.3604…2.3622) 26.72…26.97 (1.052…1.062) Ø 30.13 (1.186) 100 M20 x 1.5 x 41.4 (0.06 x 1.63) Ø 71.955…72.000 (2.8328…2.8346) 34.73…34.98 (1.367…1.377) Ø 38.08 (1.499) 144 M27 x 2.0 x 45.7 (0.08 x 1.80) Ø 99.955…100.000 (3.9352…3.9370) 53.73…53.98 (2.115…2.125) Ø 57.13 (2.249)