IAI RCP4 First Step Manual

RCP4 Actuator
Slider Type/Rod Type
First Step Guide
Sixth Edition
Thank you for purchasing our product.
Make sure to read the Safety Guide and detailed Instruction Manual (DVD) included with the product in addition to
this First Step Guide to ensure correct use.
This Instruction Manual is original.
Warning : Operation of this equipment requires detailed installation and operation instructions which are
provided on the DVD Manual included in the box this device was packaged in. It should be retained
with this device at all times.
A hard copy of Manual can be requested by contacting your nearest IAI Sales Office listed at
the back cover of the Instruction Manual or on the First Step Guide.
• Using or copying all or part of this Instruction Manual without permission is prohibited.
• The company names, names of products and trademarks of each company shown in the sentences are registered
trademarks.
Product Check
This product is comprised of the following parts if it is of standard configuration.
If you find any fault in the contained model or any missing parts, contact us or our distributor.
1. Parts (The option is excluded.)
No.! Part Name Model
1 Actuator Main Body! Refer to How to read the model No.!
Accessories
2 Motor • Encoder Cable *1
3 Home Position Marking Sticker
4 Nut
5 First Step Guide
6 Instruction Manual (DVD)
7 Safety Guide
*1 Please refer to the wiring layout for the enclosed motor cable and encoder cable.
(List of Included Nut Type)
Nut Nut
Model No.
(M8×1.25) (M10×1.25)
RA3C, RA3R 1
RA5C, RA5R 1
RA6C, RA6R
2. How to read the model plate
Model
MODEL RCP4-SA5C-I-42P-3-50-P3-P-B
Serial number
SERIAL No.000090266 MADE IN JAPAN
3. How to read the Model No.
3.1 Slider Type
RCP4 − SA5C − I − 42P − 3 − 50 − P3 − P − B − **
<Series name>
Standard specification
RCP4
Clean room specification
RCP4CR
<Type>
Motor straight type
SA3C, SA5C, SA6C, SA7C
Motor reversing type
SA3R, SA5R, SA6R, SA7R
<Encoder type>
I : Incremental
<Motor type>
28P : 28□ size
42P : 42□ size
56P : 56□ size
<Lead>
SA3C, SA3R
2/4/6
SA5C, SA6C
SA5R, SA6R
3/6/12/20
SA7C, SA7R
4/8/16/24
[Refer to the catalog or Instruction Manual (DVD) for specification details.]
Note 1 Identification for IAI use only : It may be displayed for IAI use. It is not a code to show the model
type.
3.2 Rod Type
RCP4 − RA5C − I − 42P − 3 − 50 − P3 − P − B − **
<Series name>
<Type>
Motor straight type
RA3C, RA5C, RA6C
Motor Reversing type
RA3R, RA5R, RA6R
<Encoder type>
I : Incremental
<Motor type>
28P : 28□ size, 42P : 42□ size,
56P : 56□ size, 42SP : 42□ size,
56SP : 56□ size
<Lead>
RA3C, RA3R RA6C,RA6R
2.5/5/10/16
RA5C, RA5R
3/6/12/20
<Stroke>
[Refer to the catalog or Instruction Manual (DVD) for specification details.]
Note 1 Identification for IAI use only : It may be displayed for IAI use. It is not a code to show the model type.
(Note) The monitor type 42SP is equipped only with Lead 3, and 56SP only with Lead 4, and they are
equipped with a brake in standard. There is no variation of reversed type and no-brake type.
1. Handling of the Packed Product
Take the greatest care in transporting the product, not to bump or drop it.
Quantity Remarks!
• An operator should never attempt to carry a heavy package on his own.
1
• When setting down the package temporarily, keep it horizontal.
• Do not step on the package.
1
• Do not place on the package a heavy object that may cause the box deformation or apply stress on it.
Packaged in slider type
2. Handling of the Unpacked Product
Packaged in rod type :
Refer to list below
Do not transport the actuator by holding the cable or move it by pulling the cable.
1
1
1
Nut
(M14×1.5)
1
• When the actuator is taken out from the package and handled, hold the base section.
• When the stainless sheet is attached, never hold the stainless sheet section.
• When transporting the actuator, be careful not to hit it against other objects. In particular, pay attention
to the side cover.
• Do not give any unnatural force to any of the sections in the actuator. In particular, pay attention not to
apply any force on the stainless steel sheet if the actuator is equipped with the stainless steel sheet.
Environments for Installation, Storage and Preservation
1. Installation Environment
(Note 1) Please attempt to avoid installing the product to such places as listed below.
Identification for IAI use only
It is generally the environment where a worker can work without any protection gear.
<Options> Also, make sure to keep enough space necessary for maintenance work.
B : Brake • Place where exposed to radiant heat from a huge heat source such as heat treatment
NM : Reversed-home specification
• Place where the ambient temperature goes out of the applicable range from 0 to 40°C
ML : Motor Left Reversed
• Place where condensation would occur due to sudden temperature change
MR : Motor Right Reversed
• Place where the relative humidity exceeds 85% RH
VR : Air Vacuum Joint on Other
• Place where exposed to the direct sunlight
Side
• Place where corrosive gas or flammable gas exist
HSR : Home-Position Check Sensor
on Right • Place where it contains a lot of dust, salt or iron (Outside of an ordinary assembly plant)
HSL : Home-Position Check Sensor
• Place where water, oil (includes oil mist and cutting fluid) or chemical is splashed
on Left
• Place where the product main body receives vibration or hit impact
SR : Slider Roller Type
• Place with an altitude of 2,000m or more
PR : Equipped with Attachment
Holes on Rear Side
Make sure to have a treatment for blocking when using in the following conditions:
• Place where noise is generated by such facts as static electricity
<Cable length>
• Place where exposed to the influence of strong electric or magnetic field
N : None
• Place where exposed to the influence of ultraviolet or radiant rays
P : 1m
S : 3m
2. Storage and Preservation Environment
M : 5m
• The storage and preservation environment should comply with the same standards as those for the installation
X□□ : Length specification
environment. In particular, when the machine is to be stored for a long time, pay close attention to
R□□ : Robot cable
environmental conditions so that no dew condensation forms.
• Unless specially specified, moisture absorbency protection is not included in the package when the machine is
<Controller>
P3 : PCON-CA
delivered. In the case that the machine is to be stored and preserved in an environment where dew
MSEP, MSEL
condensation is anticipated, take the condensation preventive measures from outside of the entire package, or
directly after opening the package.
<Stroke>
• For storage and preservation temperature, the machine withstands temperatures up to 60°C for a short time,
but in the case of the storage and preservation period of 1 month or more, control the temperature to 50°C or
less.
• The product should be settled in the horizontal orientation while in storage and reservation. In the case it is
stored in the packaged condition, follow the posture instruction if any displayed on the package.
Identification for IAI use only
<Options>
B : Brake
NM : Reversed-home specification
HS : Home-Position Check Sensor
FL : Flange bracket (Front)
SC : Scraper
ML : Motor Left Reversed
MR : Motor Right Reversed
PR : Equipped with Attachment
Holes on Rear Side
<Cable length>
N : None
P : 1m
S : 3m
M : 5m
4/8/16/24 X□□ : Length specification
R□□ : Robot cable
<Controller>
P3 : PCON-CA
MSEP, MSEL
P4 : PCON-CFA
Precautions in Handling
Names of the Parts
(Note 1)
1. Slider Type
1.1 Motor Straight Type
Right Side
Stainless Steel Sheet
Opposite Side
of the Motor
Side Cover
Left Side
Front Cover Slider Cover
Base
1.2 Motor Reversing Type
Right Side
Left Side
Motor Unit
Front Cover
Screw for Motor Unit Attachment
Base
The direction of the motor is either left reversed: ML (shown in figure above) or right reversed: MR.
1.3 Clean Room Type
Stainless Steel Sheet
Front Cover Slider Cover
Base
Dimensions and outlines for the actuator, refer to the catalog or Instruction Manual (DVD).
2. Rod Type
2.1 Motor Straight Type
Right Side
Opposite Side
of the Motor
Left Side
Rod-Tip Adapter Frame Cover
Rod Front bracket
Scraper (Oprtion equipped type) Base
Motor Side
Motor Unit
Screw for motor unit attachment
Slider
Actuator Cable
Tapped hole for ground cable connection
Reversing Bracket
Pulley Cover
Pulley Bracket
Actuator Cable
Screw for motor unit attachment
Motor Unit
Motor Side
Slider
Actuator Cable
Air Vacuum Joint
Motor Side
Motor Unit
Screw for motor unit attachment
Actuator Cable
Tapped hole for ground cable connection