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MP147E
V-551 Linear Stage

User Manual

Version: 1.0.1
Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG, Auf der Roemerstrasse 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany
Phone +49 721 4846-0, Fax +49 721 4846-1019, Email info@pi.ws, www.pi.ws
Date: 05.09.2017
This document describes the following products:
V-551.2B
PIMag® Precision Linear Stage, Magnetic Direct
Drive, 0.5 m/s Velocity, 60 mm Travel Range,
1 nm Resolution, Absolute Encoder
V-551.4B
PIMag® Precision Linear Stage, Magnetic Direct
Drive, 0.5 m/s Velocity, 130 mm Travel Range,
1 nm Resolution, Absolute Encoder
V-551.7B
PIMag® Precision Linear Stage, Magnetic Direct
Drive, 0.5 m/s Velocity, 230 mm Travel Range,
1 nm Resolution, Absolute Encoder

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    PIMag® Precision Linear Stage, Magnetic Direct Drive, 0.5 m/s Velocity, 230 mm Travel Range, 1 nm Resolution, Absolute Encoder Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG, Auf der Roemerstrasse 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany Phone +49 721 4846-0, Fax +49 721 4846-1019, Email info@pi.ws, www.pi.ws...
  • Page 2 PI owns the following patents or patent applications for the technology field Magnetic Direct Drives (PIMag®): WO212146709A2, DE102012207082A1 © 2017 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 retains all the rights.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setting up the XY System without an Adapter ..........23 5.4.3 Setting up the XY System with an Adapter ..........25 Option: Modifying the Travel Range ................ 29 Affixing the Load to the V-551 .................. 33 Connecting the Motor Cable and Sensor Cable to the V-551 ........35...
  • Page 4 Startup and Operation General Notes on Startup and Operation ..............37 Starting Up the V-551 with the C-891 Controller ............. 40 Maintenance General Notes on Maintenance ................43 Preparing the V-551 for Transport ................43 Cleaning the V-551 ....................44...

  • Page 5: About This Document

    Downloading Manuals ........................3 Objective and Target Audience of this User Manual This manual contains information on the intended use of the V-551. It assumes that the reader has a fundamental understanding of basic servo systems as well as motion control concepts and applicable safety procedures.

  • Page 6: Figures

    Other Applicable Documents The devices and software tools that are mentioned in this documentation are described in their own manuals. Product Document C-891 PIMag® Motor Controller C891T0001 documentation PIMikroMove SM148E Software Manual Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 7: Downloading Manuals

    4. Find the user name and the password in the section "User login for software download" in the Release News. Downloading manuals 1. Open the website www.pi.ws. 2. If access to the manuals is protected by a password: a) Click Login.
  • Page 8 1 About this Document 8. Click the desired manual and save it to the hard disk of your PC or to a data storage medium. Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 9: Safety

    The V-551 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 V-551.  Only use the V-551 for its intended purpose, and only use it if it is in a good working order.

  • Page 10: Organizational Measures

     Add all information from the manufacturer to the user manual, for example supplements or technical notes.  If you give the V-551 to other users, also include this user manual as well as other relevant information provided by the manufacturer.

  • Page 11: Product Description

    Scope of Delivery ........................... 9 Accessories ........................... 10 Suitable Controllers ........................10 Technical Features ........................11 Model Overview Three standard versions of the stage V-551 are available. They differ with regard to the travel range and therefore the dimensions. Model Travel range Dimension V-551.2B...

  • Page 12: Product View

    Connection for motor cable (panel plug, HD Sub-D 26) Connection for sensor cable (socket, Sub-D 15) Motion platform Positive direction of motion Figure 2: V-551 with transport lock, identical for all models Transport lock (plate with 2 M4x12 screws) Version: 1.0.1 MP147E...

  • Page 13: Product Labeling

    3 Product Description Product Labeling A type plate is on the base body of the V-551 containing the following information: Labeling Description V-551.4B Product name (example), the characters following the period refer to the model 115003601 Serial number (example), individual for each V-551...

  • Page 14: Accessories

    PIMag® Motion Controllers for Magnetic Direct Drives, 1 Channel, 24 V, 3 A, USB and RS-232 Interfaces PC software is included in the scope of delivery of the controllers from PI. The operation of the controllers is described in the corresponding user manuals.

  • Page 15: Technical Features

    3.7.2 PIMag® Magnetic Direct Drive The V-551 is equipped with a PIMag® ironless magnetic direct drive for high velocity and acceleration. The drive allows a high position resolution with long travel ranges due to its sine- commutated drive.

  • Page 17: Unpacking

    An impermissible mechanical load on the V-551 due to transportation without a transport lock can damage the motion platform of the V-551 as well as cause loss of accuracy.  Only ship the V-551 in the original packaging and with the transport lock installed.
  • Page 18 4 Unpacking b) Remove the plate. 5. Keep all packaging materials and the transport lock in case the product needs to be transported later. Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 19: Installation

    NOTICE Attraction of magnetizable objects! The magnets on the bottom side of the motion platform of the V-551 can attract magnetizable objects such as loose screws. Objects attracted can damage the V-551.  Make sure that there are no movable, magnetizable objects within a radius of at least 10 cm around the motion range of the platform of the V-551.

  • Page 20: Connecting The V-551 To The Protective Earth Conductor

     Install the V-551 so that the application is not affected by the dissipated heat.  Ensure sufficient ventilation at the place of installation.  Make sure that the complete bottom side of the V-551 is in contact with the surface on which the V-551 is mounted.
  • Page 21 Cable lug Protective earth conductor Connecting the V-551 to the protective earth conductor 1. If necessary, attach a suitable cable lug to the protective earth conductor. 2. Use the M4 screw (together with the washers and self-locking washers) to affix the cable lug of the protective earth conductor to the protective earth connection of the V-551 as shown in the profile view.

  • Page 22: Mounting The V-551 Onto A Surface

    NOTICE Warping of the V-551 due to mounting on uneven surfaces! Mounting the V-551 onto an uneven surface can warp the V-551. Warping reduces the accuracy.  Mount the V-551 onto an even surface. The recommended evenness of the surface is ≤20 µm.
  • Page 23 Figure 5: Mounting of the V-551 from above with four M6x30 screws, two of four screws shown here V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 24 This mounting option is used for example, when setting up an XY system consisting of two V-551.2B or V-551.4B stages (p. 23). Figure 6: Mounting the V-551 from above using four M4x30 screws Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...
  • Page 25 V-551.7B (p. 25). Figure 7: Mounting the V-551 from below with four M6 screws; here: V-551.7B. The position of the M6 holes with a depth of 8 mm is different for the V-551 models Requirements ...

  • Page 26: Setting Up A Multi-Axis System

    5 Installation − For applications with large temperature changes: The surface should have the same thermal expansion properties as the V-551 (e.g., surface made of aluminum). − The flatness of the surface is ≤20 µm.  You have accounted for the space required to route cables without bending and according to regulations.

  • Page 27: General Notes On Setting Up A Multi-Axis System

    INFORMATION Any model of the V-551 can be used as lower or upper stage. If a V-551.7B is to be used as the upper stage, an adapter is required, see "Accessories" (p. 10). INFORMATION The mounting holes that are needed for mounting the upper stage are only accessible when the motion platform is moved to the factory-set end of the travel range (exception: Mounting a V-551.7B from below).
  • Page 28  Suitable screwdriver  Setting up the XY system without an adapter Figure 8: Example V-551.4B on V-551.4B: Setting up an XY system without an adapter Lower stage Upper stage 2 of 4 M4x30 screws 1. Align the upper stage on the lower stage so that the corresponding mounting holes overlap.

  • Page 29: Setting Up The Xy System With An Adapter

    3. Check that the upper stage is affixed firmly. 5.4.3 Setting up the XY System with an Adapter The XY system is set up with an adapter when a V-551.7B is used as upper stage. CAUTION Risk of crushing by falling parts!
  • Page 30 Figure 10: Mounting the V-551.7B from above with four M6x30 screws, shown here with two of four screws Version: 1.0.1 MP147E...
  • Page 31  − 4 M4x10 screws − Depending on the option selected for mounting the V-551.7B onto the adapter: 4 M6x30 or 4 M6x10 screws When the lower stage has not been mounted onto a surface yet: 4 suitable screws; ...
  • Page 32 Tilt the XY system vertically by 180° again so that the motion platform of the upper stage is facing upwards again. d) Remove the transport locks from both stages (p. 13). − Follow the instructions in "Mounting the V-551 on a Surface" (p. 18). Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 33: Option: Modifying The Travel Range

    5 Installation Option: Modifying the Travel Range The travel range of the V-551 can be changed by displacing the integrated hard stops. NOTICE Improper displacement of the hard stops! Improper displacement of the hard stops damages the V-551.  Do not let any screws or other foreign bodies fall inside the V-551.
  • Page 34 5 Installation Figure 12: Hard stops of the V-551, overview and detailed view of a hard stop Cover for the hard stops (on the side that faces the type plate) Accessible after removal of the cover: Hard stop for limiting the travel range in the positive direction of motion...
  • Page 35 5 Installation Figure 13: Factory setting of the hard stops of the V-551: The outer edge of each adjustable part touches the edge of the recess in the motion platform; see arrows. INFORMATION If you want to check the setting of the hard stops while changing the travel range: 1.
  • Page 36 Insert the four M2 screws into the corresponding holes, but do not completely tighten them yet. Example: e) Fine alignment: Move the adjustable part of the hard stop along the longitudinal holes until the desired travel range is achieved. Example: Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 37: Affixing The Load To The V-551

    NOTICE Screws that are too long! Screws that are inserted too deeply damage the V-551.  Observe the maximum screw-in depth for the mounting holes (p. 52).  Only use screws of the correct length for the respective mounting holes.
  • Page 38  You have read and understood the general notes on installation (p. 15).  You have properly mounted the stage onto a surface (p. 16) or on a V-551 (p. 22).  The V-551 is not connected to the controller.

  • Page 39: Connecting The Motor Cable And Sensor Cable To The V-551

     Affixing the load to the V-551 1. Align the load on the V-551 so that the mounting holes in the load and the holes in the motion platform overlap. 2. Affix the load to the mounting holes with the screws: −...

  • Page 41: Startup And Operation

    General Notes on Startup and Operation ..................37 Starting Up the V-551 with the C-891 Controller ................ 40 General Notes on Startup and Operation The start-up of the V-551 is done with the PIMag® C-891 motion controller from PI. CAUTION Risk of crushing by moving parts! There is a risk of minor injuries from crushing between the moving parts of the stage or the load and a fixed part or obstacle.
  • Page 42 The V-551 can develop high forces and accelerations. If the V-551 has been improperly or incompletely installed, the V-551, the load, and the surroundings can be damaged during operation.  Only start up the system when the V-551 and the load have been correctly mounted; see "Installation" (p. 15). NOTICE...
  • Page 43  Only operate the V-551 with a horizontally aligned motion axis.  If you want to operate the V-551 with a vertically aligned motion axis: Attach suitable gravity compensation (not in the scope of delivery). Contact our customer service department (p.

  • Page 44: Starting Up The V-551 With The C-891 Controller

    Unsuitable servo-control parameter settings of the controller can cause the V-551 to oscillate. Oscillations can damage the V-551 and/or the load affixed to  If the V-551 is oscillating (unusual operating noise), immediately switch off the servo mode for the axis on the controller or switch off the controller.
  • Page 45 6 Startup and Operation Starting up the V-551 with the C-891 controller  Start up the stage (see user manual of the controller). V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    An impermissible mechanical load on the V-551 due to transportation without a transport lock can damage the motion platform of the V-551 as well as cause loss of accuracy.  Only ship the V-551 in the original packaging and with the transport lock installed.

  • Page 48: Cleaning The V-551

    7 Maintenance Cleaning the V-551 Requirements  You have disconnected the stage from the controller. Cleaning the stage  When necessary, clean the surface of the stage with a cloth dampened lightly with a mild cleanser or disinfectant. Version: 1.0.1...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

     If necessary, correct the settings of the improperly servo-control parameters. Uncontrolled oscillation of the V-551 Increased wear  Mount the V-551 on an even surface. The  Warped base body recommended flatness of the surface is  Lateral forces on motion ≤20 µm.
  • Page 50 If the problem that occurred with your system is not listed in the table above or cannot be solved as described, contact our customer service department (p. 47). Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 51: Customer Service

    9 Customer Service Customer Service For inquiries and orders, contact your PI sales engineer or send us an email (service@pi.de).  If you have questions concerning your system, have the following information ready: − Product and serial numbers of all products in the system −...

  • Page 53: Technical Data

    Bidirectional ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.05 µm typ. repeatability Pitch ±50 ±100 ±100 µrad typ. ±50 ±50 ±50 µrad typ. Straightness ±1 ±1 ±2 µm typ. Flatness ±2 ±2 ±2 µm typ. Velocity max. V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 54 Miscellaneous Operating temperature 10 to 50 10 to 50 10 to 50 °C range Humidity 20 – 90% rel., not 20 – 90% rel., not 20 – 90% rel., not condensing condensing condensing Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 55: Maximum Ratings

    110 V 650 W 10.1.3 Ambient Conditions and Classifications The following ambient conditions and classifications for the V-551 must be observed: Area of application For indoor use only Maximum altitude 2000 m Air pressure 1100 hPa to 795 hPa...

  • Page 56: Dimensions

    10.2.1 V-551.2B Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the drawings. Motion platform in reference position. Figure 15: Dimensions of the V-551.2B: Side view and bottom side Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...
  • Page 57 10 Technical Data Figure 16: Dimensions of the V-551.2B: Sectional view A and side view V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 58 10 Technical Data Figure 17: Dimensions of the V-551.2B: Side view and top view Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...
  • Page 59 The dotted-dashed line shows the maximally extended motion platform Maximum displacement of the platform at the negative end of the travel range Maximum displacement of the platform at the positive end of the travel range Figure 19: V-551.2B V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...

  • Page 60: V-551.4B

    10.2.2 V-551.4B Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the drawings. Motion platform in reference position. Figure 20: Dimensions of the V-551.4B: Side view and bottom side Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...
  • Page 61 10 Technical Data Figure 21: Dimensions of the V-551.4B: Section view A and side view V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 62 10 Technical Data Figure 22: Dimensions of the V-551.4B: Side view and top view Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...
  • Page 63 The dotted-dashed line shows the maximally extended motion platform Maximum displacement of the platform at the positive end of the travel range Maximum displacement of the platform at the negative end of the travel range Figure 24: V-551.4B V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...

  • Page 64: V-551.7B

    10.2.3 V-551.7B Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the drawings. Motion platform in reference position. Figure 25: Dimensions of the V-551.7B: Bottom view and side view Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...
  • Page 65 10 Technical Data Figure 26: Dimensions of the V-551.7B: Top view Figure 27: Dimensions of the V-551.7B: Side views V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 66 The dotted-dashed line shows the maximally extended motion platform Maximum displacement of the platform at the positive end of the travel range Maximum displacement of the platform at the negative end of the travel range Figure 29: V-551.7B Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 67: V-551.Ap1 Adapter

    10 Technical Data 10.2.4 V-551.AP1 Adapter Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the drawings. Figure 30: V-551.AP1 Adapter V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...

  • Page 68: Pin Assignment

    Sensor B+ Encoder B+ (BiSS SL1) Sensor B- Encoder B- (BiSS SL1) PT100 PT100 temperature sensor Thermistor Protection against overheating Reserved Ground * The "-" sign indicates that the corresponding pin has not been assigned. Version: 1.0.1 MP147E V-551 Linear Stage...

  • Page 69: Motor

    Phase 1 Out0b Phase 1 Out0a Phase 2 Out0b Phase 2 Out0a Phase 3 Out0b Phase 3 7 - 24 Ground * The "-" sign indicates that the corresponding pin has not been assigned. V-551 Linear Stage MP147E Version: 1.0.1...

  • Page 71: Old Equipment Disposal

    Dispose of your old equipment according to international, national, and local rules and regulations. In order to fulfil its responsibility as the product manufacturer, Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG undertakes environmentally correct disposal of all old PI equipment made available on the market after 13 August 2005 without charge.

  • Page 73: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    12 EU Declaration of Conformity EU Declaration of Conformity For the V-551, an EU Declaration of Conformity has been issued in accordance with the following European directives: EMC Directive RoHS Directive The applied standards certifying the conformity are listed below.

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