Renishaw Evolute RTLA50-S Installation Manual

Renishaw Evolute RTLA50-S Installation Manual

Absolute linear encoder system

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M-6183-9046-02-A
RSLM high accuracy linear encoder
EVOLUTE
RTLA50-S absolute linear encoder system

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Summary of Contents for Renishaw Evolute RTLA50-S

  • Page 1 Installation guide M-6183-9046-02-A RSLM high accuracy linear encoder EVOLUTE RTLA50-S absolute linear encoder system ™...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Storage and handling EVOLUTE readhead installation drawing EVOLUTE readhead (side cable outlet) installation drawing RTLA50-S (with adhesive datum clamp) installation drawing Scale application End covers Datum clamp Readhead mounting/installation Electrical connections Scale technical specifications General specifications Output signals EVOLUTE RTLA50-S installation guide...
  • Page 3: Product Compliance

    The packaging of our products contains the following materials and can be recycled. The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Renishaw plc or authorised representative could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 4: Storage And Handling

    Humidity System Readhead 95% relative humidity Standard Standard Minimum bend radius (non-condensing) to +80 °C +80 °C EN 60068-2-78 −20°C 0 °C RTLA50-S – 150 mm NOTE: Ensure self-adhesive tape is on outside of bend radius. EVOLUTE RTLA50-S installation guide...
  • Page 5: Evolute Readhead Installation Drawing

    Orientation of scale determines count direction Scale reading Adhesive thickness 0.2 surface Moving head Moving head increases count increases count direction direction Readhead to Rideheight NOTE: Reversing head orientation has no effect on count direction. scale clearance 0.8 ± 0.25 EVOLUTE RTLA50-S installation guide...
  • Page 6: Evolute Readhead (Side Cable Outlet) Installation Drawing

    4.25 ±1 (Pitch tol. ±0.5°) 0.31 Scale centreline Optical centreline * Extent of mounting faces. † Thread depth from mounting face. Recommended thread engagement 5 mm (8 mm including counterbore). Recommended tightening torque 0.5 to 0.7 Nm. EVOLUTE RTLA50-S installation guide...
  • Page 7: Rtla50-S (With Adhesive Datum Clamp) Installation Drawing

    Readhead optical detector position at extent of travel 0.05 F = axis of motion Ra 3.2 Optical centreline Detail A Detail C Detail B End cover 2.0 B alignment indicato 12.5 NOTE: All dimensions applicable when using EVOLUTE side cable outlet version. EVOLUTE RTLA50-S installation guide...
  • Page 8: Scale Application

    Remove applicator and, if necessary, adhere the remaining scale manually. Apply firm finger pressure via a clean lint-free cloth along the length of the scale after application to ensure complete adhesion. Clean scale using Renishaw scale cleaning wipes (A-9523-4040) or a clean, dry, lint-free cloth. Ensure the adhesive wicks along Fit end covers.
  • Page 9: Readhead Mounting/Installation

    Green Orange Red (White and Green) are connected to 0 V. NOTE: A position error will trigger the *For maximum extension cable length please consult your local Renishaw representative. set-up LED to flash continuously until 0° ±0.75° the error is no longer present AND: 1.
  • Page 10: General Specifications

    5 V ±10% 1.25 W maximum (250 mA @ 5V) NOTE: Current consumption figures refer to terminated EVOLUTE systems. Renishaw encoder systems must be powered from a 5 V dc supply complying with the requirements for SELV of standard IEC BS EN 60950-1.
  • Page 11 RENISHAW and the probe symbol used in the RENISHAW logo are registered trade marks of Renishaw plc in the United Kingdom and other countries. apply innovation and names and designations of other Renishaw products and technologies are trade marks of Renishaw plc or its subsidiaries.

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