NBK EPU-100-W5-R60 Instruction Manual

Wireless positioning units, lock adapter option

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EPU-100-W5-R60
・Lock Adapter (EPL-48-D6-D6) (Option)
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  • Page 1 Wireless Positioning Units EPU-100-W5-R60 ・Lock Adapter (EPL-48-D6-D6) (Option) Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Thank you very much for purchasing this Wireless Positioning Unit (EPU- 100-W5-R60) from Nabeya Bi-tech Kaisha. Read the "Wireless Positioning Unit (EPU-100-W5-R60) Simple Guide" or the "Wireless Positioning Unit (EPU-100-W5-R60) Instruction Manual" for this product carefully prior to use. Only use once the correct usage method of this product is understood.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ................1 1 Cautionary Notes Regarding Safety ......... 3 1.1 Cautionary Notes Regarding Installation and Wiring .....4 1.2 Cautionary Notes Regarding Operation and Maintenance ..6 2 Overview ................7 2.1 Product Overview ................7 2.2 Part Names and Functions ............8 2.3 Button and Switch Operation ...........
  • Page 4: Cautionary Notes Regarding Safety

    1 Cautionary Notes Regarding Safety Take care to understand the following precautions before using the product in order to ensure safe operation. Improper handling or use may cause an unexpected accident or shorten the life of the product. We do not take any responsibility in the case of failure due to improper use, modification, of for not following the precautions.
  • Page 5: Cautionary Notes Regarding Installation And Wiring

    1 Cautionary Notes Regarding Safety 1.1 Cautionary Notes Regarding Installation and Wiring ・ Be sure to perform wiring after installation is complete. Not doing so may result in an electric shock. ・ Wiring should be done in a place that is free from dust and water or oil. This Warning may result in an electric shock, fire, or a fault.
  • Page 6 1 Cautionary Notes Regarding Safety ・ Perform wiring correctly and securely. Not doing so may result in an electric shock, fire, or a fault. ・ Install according to the specified mounting method and mounting direction. Caution Not doing so may result in injury or a fault. ・...
  • Page 7: Cautionary Notes Regarding Operation And Maintenance

    1 Cautionary Notes Regarding Safety 1.2 Cautionary Notes Regarding Operation and Maintenance ・ Wiring, maintenance and inspection should be performed by a specialized technician. This may result in an electric shock, injury, or a fault. Warning ・ If an error occurs, stop operation immediately and install an external emergency stop circuit so that the power can be shut off.
  • Page 8: Overview

    2 Overview 2.1 Product Overview Wireless Positioning Unit (EPU-100-W5-R60) ・ These units automate positioning mechanisms with a feed screw. By replacing the feed screw operating handle with this unit, equipment and device positioning mechanisms can be automated. Lock Adapter (EPL-48-D6-D6)(Option) ・...
  • Page 9: Part Names And Functions

    2 Overview 2.2 Part Names and Functions Output Shaft Rotational Direction CW Direction (Button A) Output Shaft CCW Direction (Button B)
  • Page 10 2 Overview Name Function Reference Antenna Antenna for wireless communication. > P.16 Regular: Green (Standby: Illuminated, Moving: Blinking) Display LED Error: Red (Error occurred: Illuminated, Fault: Blinking) Setting: Orange (Network settings: Illuminated) High-density D-sub 15-pin male connector. External I/F Used for wired communication, limit sensor >...
  • Page 11: Button And Switch Operation

    2 Overview 2.3 Button and Switch Operation Remove the rubber cover on the top of the unit and operate using the buttons and switches on the board to rotate the output shaft, switch between wired and wireless communication, and make other network settings.
  • Page 12 2 Overview ■RF/232C Switch, RUN/SET Switch Operation Use the switches on the board to switch between wired and wireless communication, and make other network settings. Use a thin screwdriver, such as a precision screwdriver or a ballpoint pen, to perform the switching. RF: Controls the unit via wireless communication.
  • Page 13: Block Diagram

    2 Overview 2.4 Block Diagram Wireless Position㏌g Unit (EPU-100-W5-R60) Wireless Co㎜unication RF/232C RUN/SET Voltage Module Memory Switch Switch Detection Circuit RS-232C Limit Se㎱or 1 Limit Se㎱or 2 Driver button button Encoder Motor...
  • Page 14: Specifications

    3 Specifications ■Wireless Positioning Unit (EPU-100-W5-R60) Power Source Voltage 24 VDC ± 10% Standby 20 mA Current Rated 0.65 A Consumption Maximum Rated Output 4.98 W Rated Rotational Frequency 62 ±10 rpm Rated Torque 0.765 N·m Radial Load 29.4 N Max.
  • Page 15 3 Specifications ■Lock Adapter (EPL-48-D6-D6)(Option) Retention Torque 5 N·m Loss Torque 0.05 N·m Reduction Ratio Constant Velocity (1:1) External Size (Excluding 42 mm x 42 mm x 23 mm Output Shaft) Weight 135 g Load torque from output side which the lock adapter can hold Torque lost when torque is transmitted from input side to output side ■Operating Environment...
  • Page 16: Installation And Connection

    4 Installation and Connection 4.1 Installation The following environmental conditions are required for installation. Install in an appropriate environment. ・ Install indoors. ・ Install in a place that is not exposed to direct sunlight. ・ Install where there is no continuous vibration. ・...
  • Page 17 4 Installation and Connection ■Unit Installation 1. Connect the antenna. Radio waves are radiated vertically from the antenna axis as shown below. After connecting the antenna, adjust the angle of the antenna while considering the directivity of the radio waves. Wireless communication distance varies depending on the installation / connection conditions.
  • Page 18 4 Installation and Connection 2. Mount at the install location. Use the spigot to align the unit with the mating device and secure it using a hex socket head cap screw. ※ Hex socket head cap screws and couplings are not provided.
  • Page 19 4 Installation and Connection ■If installing the unit-using the lock adapter (optional) Assemble the unit with a lock adapter enables positioning misalignment due to equipment vibration, external force, or dead weight in vertical use to be prevented. 1. Connect the antenna. >...
  • Page 20 4 Installation and Connection <Equipment side mounting part recommended machining dimensions> When fixing from equipment side: 4×Φ4.5 When fixing from the unit side: 4×M3 4. After tightening the screws, make sure that there is no gap between the unit and the lock adapter, or the lock adapter and the partner device.
  • Page 21 4 Installation and Connection ■ Max. Allowable Load Make adjustments such that no excessive load is applied to the output shaft. Radial Load Allowable Load: Radial Load: 29.4 N Thrust Load: 24.5 N Thrust Load ・ Do not hold the cables or output shaft during transportation. This may result in a fault.
  • Page 22: Connection

    4 Installation and Connection 4.2 Connection ■Unit Connection Connect the power supply. A power supply with an appropriate current capacity should be prepared by the customer. Operating current per unit: Power Source Voltage: 24 VDC±10% Rated Current: 0.65 A Maximum Current: 1 A Power cable: Wire Used: H-VFF 0.5SQ Cable Length: 1 m...
  • Page 23 4 Installation and Connection ■External I/F Connector Connection With the use of an high-density D-sub 15-pin connector, wired communication, limit sensor connection, or forced travel switch connection is possible. External I/F Connector Function List Pin Name Function EPU_TX RS-232C Transmit EPU_RX RS-232C Receive RS-232CGND...
  • Page 24 4 Installation and Connection ●RS-232C and Unit Wiring Connection Diagram PC side Unit side RS-232C_TX Name RS-232C_RX EPU_RX EPU_TX EPU_TX EPU_RX D-sub 9-pin High-density D-sub 15-pin female connector male connector The cable for connecting to a PC should be prepared by the customer. Refer to for the external I/F connector specifications.
  • Page 25 4 Installation and Connection <Limit Sensor Wiring Diagram> Unit side Limit Sensor 2 Lim2_GND Lim2_V+ Pin Name Lim1_GND Lim1_V+ Lim1_V+ Lim1_GND Limit Sensor 1 Lim2_V+ High-density D-sub 15-pin Lim2_GND male connector ●Forced Travel Switch Connection The same operation as pressing button A (CW) / button B (CCW) can be performed by connecting a switch to the external I/F >...
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    5 Maintenance Perform maintenance periodically in order to ensure safe use. If any abnormality is found, stop using the unit immediately and take measures to eliminate the root cause of the abnormality. 5.1 Requests for Inspections ・ The technicians must turn on and off the power themselves. ・...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    6 Troubleshooting Explanation Symptom Verification Countermeasure Page Make sure the voltage Is the power supply level is within 24 V ± voltage correct? Display LED not turning > P.21 Is the power supply Make sure the red power cable connected cable is 24 V and the correctly? black power cable is 0 V...
  • Page 28: Dimension Figure

    7 Dimension Figure ■EPU-100-W5-R60 Unit: mm 360° Rubber cover Antenna 13.8 Display LED Main Body Nameplate Power cable length: 4xM4 through DC24V (146) (VFF0.5 AWG20 External I/F connector equivalent) (High-density D-sub 15-pin) (151) ■EPL-48-D6-D6 13.5 4×Φ4.2 through...
  • Page 29: Warranty

    8 Warranty Warranty period: 300 hours of operation or one year, whichever is shorter. Warranty contents: If a failure occurs during the warranty period under normal operating conditions as per this instruction manual, repair or replacement will be performed free of charge. However, there may be a charge in the following cases even within the warranty period.
  • Page 30: Notes About Electromagnetic Radiation

    9 Notes About Electromagnetic Radiation Contains FCC ID : MCQ-S2CTH / IC : 1846A-S2CTH The wireless module built into the Wireless Positioning Unit (EPU- 100-W5-R60) uses frequencies in the 2.4 GHz band. For this reason, read the following precautions regarding electromagnetic radiation carefully as use correctly.
  • Page 31: Revision History

    Revision History Date Identification Number Revision Contents February UM-EPU100-SU-03E Initial Release 2020...
  • Page 32 Version 3 February 2020 UM-EPU100-SU-03E...

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