Zaber Technologies Inc. NA Series User manual

NA Product
User's Manual
Firmware 5.00 and up
Last Update: December 31 2013
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Zaber Technologies Inc.
1st Floor, 1777 West 75th Ave
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada, V6P 6P2

Table of Contents
Disclaimer...........................................................................................................................................................1
Precautions.........................................................................................................................................................2
Installation..........................................................................................................................................................3
Operation............................................................................................................................................................4
Pinout for D-sub 15 Connectors (A-series controllers and peripherals).................................................4
Pin-Out for Minidin 8 (T-MCA connector and CDC6 cable to Peripheral)...........................................5
Alternate Controllers...............................................................................................................................5
Home Sensor Wiring...............................................................................................................................5
Warranty and Repair........................................................................................................................................7
Standard products....................................................................................................................................7
Custom products.....................................................................................................................................7
How to return products...........................................................................................................................7
Email Updates....................................................................................................................................................8
Contact Information..........................................................................................................................................9
Group Specifications - NA Series..........................................................................................................10
Comparison - NA Series........................................................................................................................10
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Disclaimer
Zaber’s devices are not intended for use in any critical medical, aviation, or military applications or situations
where a product's use or failure could cause personal injury, death, or damage to property. Zaber disclaims
any and all liability for injury or other damages resulting from the use of our products.
Disclaimer 1

Precautions
Zaber’s motion control devices are precision instruments and must be handled with care. In particular, moving
parts must be treated with care. Avoid axial loads in excess of the rated thrust load, axial and radial impact,
dust and other contaminants and damage to the leadscrew thread. These will reduce the performance of the
device below stated specifications.
Precautions 2

Installation
You can mount the NA actuators by the cylindrical mounting shank or by the four mounting holes on the
square body section. See the NA web page for dimensions, resolution and other details.
Installation 3

Operation
This unit is designed to be controlled with the A-MCA series chopper drive controllers. Units produced before
July 2012 with the round Minidin connectors are designed to be controlled with the older T-MCA series
chopper drive controllers.
It is important to know the peripheral id of your motor. If you ever need to restore the correct settings for your
device, send restore settings (command 36) to the controller with the peripheral ID as the data. This ID can
also be found on the motor label as "ID XXXXX".
Pinout for D-sub 15 Connectors (A-series controllers and
peripherals)
A-series controller (female)
T3 Peripheral (male)
T4 Peripheral (male)
Pin # Function
1 +5V
2reserved
3reserved
4reserved
5 Home Sensor
6 Ground
7 Motor B1
8 Motor A1
9 +5V *
10 Encoder A *
Operation 4

11 Encoder B *
12 Encoder Index *
13 Ground *
14 Motor B2
15 Motor A2
* encoder embedded peripherals only
Pin-Out for Minidin 8 (T-MCA connector and CDC6 cable to
Peripheral)
Minidin 8 Female (on T-MCA) Minidin 8 Male (on Peripheral)
Pin # Function
1 Motor A1
2 Motor A2
3 Motor B1
4 Not Connected
5 Motor B2
6 +5V
7 Home Signal
8 Ground
Alternate Controllers
The device may be controlled by any 2-phase stepper motor controller with home sensor input. Warning:
Operating the unit without correctly wiring up the home sensor can cause permanent damage to the
unit. We do not recommend using your own controller unless you are familiar with how to control a
stepper motor with a hall sensor limit switch. The following information is provided for reference only.
Damage to the actuator or hall sensor due to incorrect wiring is not covered by warranty.
Home Sensor Wiring
A Hall effect sensor is mounted in the device for use as a home sensor. It is part number A1122LUA-T made
by Allegro. Click here for data sheet. Your controller should be configured so the stage stops immediately
(little deceleration) when the home sensor is triggered.
Wire colour code:
3.6-24 Vdc input - red♦ Home signal - yellow♦ Ground - black♦
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The Hall sensor has an open-collector output. The default output is high impedance when the Hall sensor is
not active. When the sensor detects a magnet, the Hall sensor pulls the output low to ground.
Pinout for D-sub 15 Connectors (A-series controllers andperipherals) 5

If you are not using a Zaber controller, ensure that your controller has a pull-up resistor on the output line of
the Hall sensor as shown in the diagram. The bypass capacitor is optional, but may help to eliminate false
triggering in noisy environments. The typical value for the pull-up resistor (RLOAD) is 10k and for the bypass
capacitor is 0.1uF to 1uF. The larger the capacitance, the better the noise filtering but the slower the response
time.
Home Sensor Wiring 6

Warranty and Repair
For Zaber's policies on warranty and repair, please refer to the Ordering Polices
Standard products
Standard products are any part numbers that do not contain the suffix ENG followed by a 4 digit number.
Most, but not all, standard products are listed for sale on our website. All standard Zaber products are backed
by a one-month satisfaction guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will refund your
payment minus any shipping charges. Goods must be in brand new saleable condition with no marks. Zaber
products are guaranteed for one year. During this period Zaber will repair any products with faults due to
manufacturing defects, free of charge.
Custom products
Custom products are any part numbers containing the suffix ENG followed by a 4 digit number. Each of these
products has been designed for a custom application for a particular customer. Custom products are
guaranteed for one year, unless explicitly stated otherwise. During this period Zaber will repair any products
with faults due to manufacturing defects, free of charge.
How to return products
Customers with devices in need of return or repair should contact Zaber to obtain an RMA form which must
be filled out and sent back to us to receive an RMA number. The RMA form contains instructions for packing
and returning the device. The specified RMA number must be included on the shipment to ensure timely
processing.
Warranty and Repair 7

Email Updates
If you would like to receive our periodic email newsletter including product updates and promotions, please
sign up online at www.zaber.com (news section). Newsletters typically include a promotional offer worth at
least $100.
Email Updates 8

Contact Information
Contact Zaber Technologies Inc by any of the following methods:
Phone [phone] (direct)
1-888-276-8033 (toll free in North America)
Fax [phone]
Mail 1777 West 75th Ave, 1st Floor, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6P 6P2
Web www.zaber.com
Email Please visit our website for up to date email contact information.
Contact Information 9

Group Specifications - NA Series
Specification Value Alternate Unit
Integrated Controller No
Encoder Type None
Motor Temperature Rise 75 degrees C
Motor Steps Per Rev 200
Motor Type Stepper (2 phase)
Motor Rated Power 31.2 Watts
Motor Connection D-sub 15
Mechanical Drive System Precision leadscrew
Limit or Home Sensing Magnetic home sensor
Axes of Motion 1
Vacuum Compatible No
CE Compliant Yes
Comparison - NA Series
Part Number Microstep Size
(Default Resolution) Recommended Controller Travel Range Accuracy (unidirectional)
NA08A16-T4 0.047625 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 16 mm ( 0.630 ") 20 µm ( 0.000787 ")
NA08A30-T4 0.047625 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 30 mm ( 1.181 ") 20 µm ( 0.000787 ")
NA08B16-T4 0.09525 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 16 mm ( 0.630 ") 20 µm ( 0.000787 ")
NA08B30-T4 0.09525 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 30 mm ( 1.181 ") 20 µm ( 0.000787 ")
NA11B16-T4 0.09921875 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 16 mm ( 0.630 ") 25 µm ( 0.000984 ")
NA11B30-T4 0.09921875 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 30 mm ( 1.181 ") 25 µm ( 0.000984 ")
NA11B60-T4 0.09921875 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 60 mm ( 2.362 ") 36 µm ( 0.001417 ")
NA14B16-T4 0.09525 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 16 mm ( 0.630 ") 25 µm ( 0.000984 ")
NA14B30-T4 0.09525 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 30 mm ( 1.181 ") 25 µm ( 0.000984 ")
Group Specifications - NA Series 10

NA14B60-T4 0.09525 µm A-MCA (24 V) Recommended 60 mm ( 2.362 ") 36 µm ( 0.001417 ")
NA23C60-T4 0.1984375 µm A-MCA (48 V) Recommended 60 mm ( 2.362 ") 36 µm ( 0.001417 ")
NA34C60-T4 0.1984375 µm A-MCA (48 V) Recommended 60 mm ( 2.362 ") 45 µm ( 0.001772 ")
Part Number Repeatability Backlash Maximum Speed Minimum Speed
NA08A16-T4 < 20 µm (< 0.000787 ") < 15 µm (< 0.000591 ") 14 mm/s ( 0.551 "/s) 0.0004465 mm/s ( 0.00002 "/s)
NA08A30-T4 < 20 µm (< 0.000787 ") < 15 µm (< 0.000591 ") 14 mm/s ( 0.551 "/s) 0.0004465 mm/s ( 0.00002 "/s)
NA08B16-T4 < 20 µm (< 0.000787 ") < 15 µm (< 0.000591 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA08B30-T4 < 20 µm (< 0.000787 ") < 15 µm (< 0.000591 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA11B16-T4 < 5 µm (< 0.000197 ") < 18 µm (< 0.000709 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA11B30-T4 < 5 µm (< 0.000197 ") < 18 µm (< 0.000709 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA11B60-T4 < 5 µm (< 0.000197 ") < 18 µm (< 0.000709 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA14B16-T4 < 5 µm (< 0.000197 ") < 20 µm (< 0.000787 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA14B30-T4 < 5 µm (< 0.000197 ") < 20 µm (< 0.000787 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA14B60-T4 < 5 µm (< 0.000197 ") < 20 µm (< 0.000787 ") 28 mm/s ( 1.102 "/s) 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA23C60-T4 < 5 µm (< 0.000197 ") < 30 µm (< 0.001181 ") 50 mm/s ( 1.969 "/s) 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
NA34C60-T4 < 10 µm (< 0.000394 ") < 65 µm (< 0.002559 ") 30 mm/s ( 1.181 "/s) 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s)
Part Number Speed Resolution Maximum
Continuous Thrust Linear Motion Per Motor Rev Motor Rated Current
NA08A16-T4 0.0004465 mm/s ( 0.00002 "/s) 19 N ( 4.3 lb) 0.6096 mm ( 0.024 ") 400 mA/phase
NA08A30-T4 0.0004465 mm/s ( 0.00002 "/s) 19 N ( 4.3 lb) 0.6096 mm ( 0.024 ") 400 mA/phase
NA08B16-T4 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 19 N ( 4.3 lb) 1.2192 mm ( 0.048 ") 400 mA/phase
NA08B30-T4 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 19 N ( 4.3 lb) 1.2192 mm ( 0.048 ") 400 mA/phase
NA11B16-T4 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 70 N ( 15.7 lb) 1.27 mm ( 0.050 ") 1000 mA/phase
NA11B30-T4 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 70 N ( 15.7 lb) 1.27 mm ( 0.050 ") 1000 mA/phase
NA11B60-T4 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 70 N ( 15.7 lb) 1.27 mm ( 0.050 ") 1000 mA/phase
NA14B16-T4 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 240 N ( 53.8 lb) 1.2192 mm ( 0.048 ") 570 mA/phase
NA14B30-T4 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 240 N ( 53.8 lb) 1.2192 mm ( 0.048 ") 570 mA/phase
NA14B60-T4 0.000893 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 240 N ( 53.8 lb) 1.2192 mm ( 0.048 ") 570 mA/phase
Comparison - NA Series 11

NA23C60-T4 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 950 N ( 213.0 lb) 2.54 mm ( 0.100 ") 1300 mA/phase
NA34C60-T4 0.0009302 mm/s ( 0.00004 "/s) 1450 N ( 325.2 lb) 2.54 mm ( 0.100 ") 1300 mA/phase
Part Number Motor Winding
Resistance Inductance Motor
Frame
Size Mounting Interface
NA08A16-T4 5.1 ohms/phase 1.5 mH 08 4 M2 tapped holes 15.4 mm apart or 9mm dia smooth shank
NA08A30-T4 5.1 ohms/phase 1.5 mH 08 4 M2 tapped holes 15.4 mm apart or 9mm dia smooth shank
NA08B16-T4 5.1 ohms/phase 1.5 mH 08 4 M2 tapped holes 15.4 mm apart or 9mm dia smooth shank
NA08B30-T4 5.1 ohms/phase 1.5 mH 08 4 M2 tapped holes 15.4 mm apart or 9mm dia smooth shank
NA11B16-T4 2.1 ohms/phase 1.5 mH 11 4 M2.5 tapped holes 23 mm apart or 14mm smooth shank
NA11B30-T4 2.1 ohms/phase 1.5 mH 11 4 M2.5 tapped holes 23 mm apart or 14mm smooth shank
NA11B60-T4 2.1 ohms/phase 1.5 mH 11 4 M2.5 tapped holes 23 mm apart or 14mm smooth shank
NA14B16-T4 8.8 ohms/phase 13 mH 14 4 M3 tapped holes 26mm apart or 15mm smooth shank
NA14B30-T4 8.8 ohms/phase 13 mH 14 4 M3 tapped holes 26mm apart or 15mm smooth shank
NA14B60-T4 8.8 ohms/phase 13 mH 14 4 M3 tapped holes 26mm apart or 15mm smooth shank
NA23C60-T4 3.8 ohms/phase 10.5 mH 23 5.2 mm holes
NA34C60-T4 9.23 ohms/phase 8.8 mH 34 6.5mm hole
Part Number RoHS Compliant Weight
NA08A16-T4 Compliant Version Available 0.07 kg
NA08A30-T4 Compliant Version Available 0.08 kg
NA08B16-T4 Compliant Version Available 0.07 kg
NA08B30-T4 Compliant Version Available 0.08 kg
NA11B16-T4 Compliant Version Available 0.15 kg
NA11B30-T4 Compliant Version Available 0.16 kg
NA11B60-T4 Yes 0.17 kg
NA14B16-T4 Yes 0.15 kg
NA14B30-T4 Yes 0.22 kg
NA14B60-T4 Yes 0.23 kg
Comparison - NA Series 12

NA23C60-T4 Yes 0.75 kg
NA34C60-T4 Yes 2.64 kg
Comparison - NA Series 13