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RTLA50/FASTRACK installation
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Slide RTLA50 scale into the FASTRACK ensuring the
scale is fed under the projections as shown.
Scale can be installed manually by either
pulling or pushing it through the
FASTRACK carrier.
Alternatively use the optional scale
installation tool (A-9589-0420)
as shown, for easy installation.
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Optional: fix self-adhesive end covers
ensuring a gap of at least 1 mm.
Ensure a gap >1 mm
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Clean FASTRACK and scale using a lint-free cloth.
EVOLUTE RTLA50/FASTRACK installation guide
(Continued)
NOTE: For instructions on how to use
the scale installation tool, download
'User guide – RTL scale installation
tool (A-9589-0420)' from the website at:
www.renishaw.com/encoderinstallationguides
Projections
IMPORTANT: If manually installing
the scale using fingers, suitable
gloves should be worn to protect
against injury from sharp edges.
RTLA50/FASTRACK : Scale datum
The datum clamp fixes the RTLA50 scale rigidly to the substrate at the location chosen.
The metrology of the system may be compromised if the datum clamp is not used.
It can be positioned anywhere along the axis depending upon the customer's requirements.
There are two scale datum clamp options to choose from, shown below.
Option 1: Mechanical
25
RTLA50 clamp
3
(A-9589-0077)
12
M3 x 6 low head screw,
supplied with clamp
Additional screws available (pack of 25 A-9584-2047).
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Option 2: Adhesive
Using dispensing tip P-TL50-0209 apply Loctite 435
between scale and FASTRACK so it wicks underneath
adjacent to user selected datum location as shown.
NOTE: Drawing shows the scale datum adjacent to
the chosen reference mark.
NOTE: Only apply Loctite 435 in
these gaps to ensure best bond.
Loctite 435 will wick under the
scale to lock it to the substrate.
2.3
1.7
5 min
thread
Do not place clamp
depth
tip over shaded area
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