Contents Preface ..............................4 LINAK application policy .........................5 Chapter 1 Safety instructions ..........................6-7 Chapter 2 Mounting guidelines..........................8-11 Mounting of cables ..........................12 Electrical installation: ..........................13 Recommended fuse ........................13 Actuator without feedback ......................14 Actuator with: Endstop signal output ....................15-16 Relative positioning - Dual Hall ...................17-19 Endstop signals and relative positioning - Dual Hall .............20-22...
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Contents Alignment of the parallel actuator system ................... 52 Parallel manual service mode ..................... 53 Actuator with CAN bus ......................54-56 System combination possibilities for LA37 IC Advanced ............... 57 TECHLINE signal cables ......................57 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting ..........................58-59 Troubleshooting for Parallel ......................60-61 BusLink service counter - Reason for last stop ..................62 Chapter 4 Specifications ............................63...
This user manual does not address the end-user, but is intended as a source of information for the manufacturer of the equipment or system only, and it will tell you how to install, use and maintain your LINAK electronics. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the end-use product to provide a User Manual where relevant safety information from this manual is passed on to the end-user.
LINAK shall be responsible solely that LINAK products comply with the specifications set out by LINAK and it shall be the responsibility of the LINAK customer to ensure that the specific LINAK product can be used for the application in question.
Chapter 1 Safety instructions Please read this safety information carefully: Be aware of the following three symbols throughout the user manual: Warning! Failing to follow these instructions can cause accidents resulting in serious personal injury. Recommendations Failing to follow these instructions can result in the actuator suffering damage or being ruined. Additional information Usage tips or additional information that is important in connection with the use of the actuator.
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During operation, please be aware of the following: • Listen for unusual sounds and watch out for uneven running. Stop the actuator immediately if anything unusual is observed. • Do not sideload the actuator. • Only use the actuator within the specified working limits. •...
Please pay special attention to the area around the housing where parts can be trapped and cause damages to the application and actuator. In applications with high dynamic forces LINAK recommends not to use the fully extended or retracted position over longer time, as this can damage the end stop system permanently.
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It is the application manufacturer’s responsibility to incorporate a suitable safety arrangement, which will prevent personal injury from occurring, if the actuator should fail. Warning! LINAK’s actuators are not designed for use within the following fields: • Offshore installations • Explosive environments •...
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It is the application manufacturer’s responsibility to incorporate a suitable safety arrangement, which will prevent personal injury from occurring, if the actuator should fail. Warning! LINAK’s actuators are not designed for use within the following fields: • Offshore installations • Explosive environments •...
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Mounting guidelines - Trunnion mounted The pinion mounting on the solar panel must: • be of a good workmanship • have smooth surfaces that do not wear or rasp the aluminium trunion pins on the actuator • be of materials that are able to function with aluminium, also in respect of corrosion •...
3.5 ± 0.3 Nm TORX 25IP When changing the cables on a LINAK actuator, it is important that this is done carefully, in order to protect the plugs and pins. Before the new cable is mounted, we recommend that the socket is greased with vaseline, to keep the high IP protection and ensure an easy mounting.
Electrical installation • To ensure maximum self-locking ability, please be sure that the motor is shorted when stopped. Actuators with integrated controller provide this feature, as long as the actuator is powered. • When using soft stop on a DC-motor, a short peak of higher voltage will be sent back towards the power supply.
Actuator without feedback Connection diagram: Fig. 1 : 37xxxx+10xxxxxx BROWN BLUE I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description Permanent magnetic DC motor. See connection diagram, fig. 1 above Brown 12 or 24VDC (+/-) To extend actuator: Connect Brown to positive 12V ± 20% 24V ±...
Actuator with endstop signal output Connection diagram: Fig. 2 : 37xxxx+20xxxxxx BROWN BLUE YELLOW* GREEN* BLACK *YELLOW/GREEN: Endstop signals out are NOT potential free! If you wish to use the endstop signals, you will have to keep power on the brown, blue, red and black wires, otherwise the signal will be lost.
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Actuator with endstop signal output I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description The actuator can be equipped with elec- tronically controlled endstop signals out. See connection diagram, fig. 2, page 16 Brown 12 or 24 VDC (+/-) To extend actuator: Connect Brown to positive 12V ±...
Actuator with relative positioning - Dual hall Connection diagram: Fig. 3: 37xxxx+0H/1Hxxxxxx BROWN BLUE YELLOW GREEN BLACK Page 17 of 80...
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LA371C Actuator = 0.4 mm per pulse Output voltage min. V - 2V Yellow Hall A Current output 12mA Overvoltage on the motor can result in shorter pulses. N.B. For more precise measurements, please contact LINAK A/S. Page 18 of 80...
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Actuator with relative positioning - Dual hall I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Violet Not to be connected White Not to be connected Diagram of Dual Hall: Hall A Hall B Fig. 3.1 Page 19 of 80...
Actuator with endstop signals and relative positioning - Dual hall Connection diagram: Fig. 4: 37xxxx+2Hxxxxxx BROWN BLUE VIOLET* WHITE* YELLOW GREEN BLACK *YELLOW/GREEN: Endstop signals out are NOT potential free! (See I/O Specifications, page 17) If you wish to use the endstop signals, you will have to keep power on the brown, blue, red and black wires, otherwise the signal will be lost.
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Hall A LA371C Actuator = 0.4 mm Output voltage min. V - 2V per pulse Current output 12mA Overvoltage on the motor can result in shorter pulses. N.B. For more precise measurements, please contact LINAK A/S. Page 21 of 80...
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Actuator with endstop signals and relative positioning - Dual hall I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Violet Endstop signal in Output voltage min. V - 2V Source current max. 30mA NOT potential free White Endstop signal out Diagram of Dual Hall: Hall A Hall B Fig.
Actuator with relative positioning - Single hall Connection diagram: Fig. 5: 37xxxx+1Kxxxxxx BROWN BLUE VIOLET BLACK Page 23 of 80...
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LA371C: Actuator = 0.1372 mm per count N.B. For more precise measurements, Frequency: please contact Frequency is 14-26 Hz on Single Hall LINAK A/S. output depending on load. Overvoltage on the motor can result in Low frequency with a high load. shorter pulses.
Actuator with endstop signals and relative positioning - Single hall Connection diagrams: Fig. 6: 37xxxx+2Kxxxxxx BROWN BLUE YELLOW* GREEN* VIOLET BLACK *YELLOW/GREEN: Endstop signals out are NOT potential free!(See I/O Specifications, page 17) If you wish to use the endstop signals, you will have to keep power on the brown, blue, red and black wires, otherwise the signal will be lost.
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LA371C: Actuator = 0.1372 mm per count N.B. For more precise measurements, Frequency: please contact Frequency is 14-26 Hz on Single Hall LINAK A/S. output depending on load. Overvoltage on the motor can result in Low frequency with a high load. shorter pulses.
Actuator with absolute positioning - Analogue feedback Connection diagrams: Fig. 7: 37xxxx+1B/1Cxxxxxx BROWN BLUE VIOLET BLACK Page 27 of 80...
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Actuator with absolute positioning - Analogue feedback I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description The actuator can be equipped with elec- tronic circuit that gives an analogue feed- back signal when the actuator moves. See connection diagram, fig. 7, page 28 Brown 12 or 24VDC (+/-) To extend actuator:...
Actuator with endstop signals and absolute positioning - Analogue feedback Connection diagrams: Fig. 8: 37xxxx+2B/2Cxxxxxx BROWN BLUE YELLOW* GREEN* VIOLET BLACK *YELLOW/GREEN: Endstop signals out are NOT potential free! (See I/O Specifications, page 17) If you wish to use the endstop signals, you will have to keep power on the brown, blue, red and black wires, otherwise the signal will be lost.
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Actuator with endstop signals and absolute positioning - Analogue feedback I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description The actuator can be equipped with elec- tronic circuit that gives an analogue feed- back signal when the actuator moves. See connection diagram, fig. 8, page 30 Brown 12 or 24VDC (+/-) To extend actuator:...
Actuator with absolute positioning - PWM Connection diagrams: Fig. 9: 37xxxx+15/16xxxxxxx BROWN BLUE VIOLET BLACK Page 31 of 80...
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Actuator with absolute positioning - PWM I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description The actuator can be equipped with elec- tronic circuit that gives an analogue feed- back signal when the actuator moves. See connection diagram, fig. 9, page 32 Brown 12 or 24VDC (+/-) To extend actuator: Connect Brown to positive...
Actuator with endstop signals and absolute positioning - PWM Connection diagrams: Fig. 10: 37xxxx+25/26xxxxxxx BROWN BLUE YELLOW* GREEN* VIOLET BLACK *YELLOW/GREEN: Endstop signals out are NOT potential free! (See I/O Specifications, page 17) If you wish to use the endstop signals, you will have to keep power on the brown, blue, red and black wires, otherwise the signal will be lost.
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Actuator with endstop signals and absolute positioning - PWM I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description The actuator can be equipped with elec- tronic circuit that gives an analogue feed- back signal when the actuator moves. See connection diagram, fig. 10, page 34 Brown 12 or 24VDC (+/-) To extend actuator:...
Actuator with IC Basic Connection diagram: Fig. 11: 37xxxx+7xxxxxxx BROWN 12/24V DC BLUE INWARDS BLACK OUTWARDS H-Bridge FEEDBACK VIOLET Hall SIGNAL GND WHITE 0-10V Please be aware that if the power supply is not properly connected, you might damage the actuator! Page 35 of 80...
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Actuator with IC Basic I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description Easy to use interface with integrated power electronics (H-bridge). The actuator can also be equipped with electronic circuit that gives an absolute or relative feedback signal. The version with “IC option” cannot be H-Bridge operated with PWM (power supply).
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Actuator with IC Basic I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Violet Analogue feedback Standby power consumption: 12V, 60mA 0-10V (Option 7.2) 24V, 45 mA Ripple max. 200mV Transaction delay 20ms Linear feedback 0.5% Max. current output: 1mA It is recommendable to have the actuator to activate its limit switches on a regular basis, to ensure more precise positioning...
The BusLink software tool is available for IC Advanced and can be used for: Diagnostics, manual run and configuration Download BusLink software here: http://www.linak.com/techline/?id3=2363 For more information and easy set-up of BusLink, please follow this link to view the Quick Guide for BusLink: http://www.linak.com/techline/?id3=2356...
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Actuator with IC Advanced - with BusLink I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description Easy to use interface with integrated power electronics (H-bridge). The actuator can also be equipped with electronic circuit that gives an absolute or relative feedback signal. IC Advanced provides a wide range of possibilities for customisation.
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Actuator with IC Advanced - with BusLink I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Violet Analogue feedback (0-10V): Ripple max. 200mV Configure any high/low combination Transaction delay 20ms between 0-10V Linear feedback 0.5% Max. current output. 1mA Single Hall output (PNP) Output voltage min. V - 2V Max.
Correct wiring of Power GND and Sinal GND for IC Basic and IC Advanced When using the feedback output, it is important to use the right connection setup. Attention should be paid to the two ground connections. Power GND in the Power connector and Signal GND in the Control connector.
Feedback configurations available for IC Basic, IC Advanced and Parallel Pre-config- Customised Pros Cons ured range None 10 – 90 % 0 – 100 % Suitable for long More complex Feedback 75 Hz 75 – 150 Hz distance transmission. processing required, compared to AFV and Effectual immunity to AFC.
Actuator configurations available for IC Basic, IC Advanced and Parallel Pre-configured Customised range Description Current limit 20A for both current limit direc- Recommended range: 4A The actuator’s unloaded inwards tions. (When the current outputs to 20A current consumption is are at zero, it means that they are very close to 4A, and at maximum value 20A).
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Actuator configurations available for IC Basic, IC Advanced and Parallel Pre-configured Customised range Description Soft stop 0.3 sec. for both soft stop 0.3 sec. to 30 sec. It is not possible to con- inwards directions. figure values between 0 sec. can be chosen for 0.01 sec.
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Actuator with Parallel I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Description Parallel drive of up to 8 actuators. A master actuator with an integrated H-bridge con- troller controls up to 7 slaves. H-Bridge The version with “IC option” cannot be H-Bridge operated with PWM (power supply). H-Bridge See connection diagram, H-Bridge...
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Actuator with Parallel I/O specifications: Input/Output Specification Comments Green Endstop signal out Output voltage min. V - 2V Source current max. 100mA Endstop signals are NOT potential free. Yellow Endstop signal in Endstop signals can be configured with BusLink software according to any position needed Violet Parallel communication:...
The parallel system The parallel drive function will support a number of actuators working jointly. It is both possible to run parallel with a single power supply, or to run each actuator with separate power supplies. Only standard power and signal cables are available for parallel. If separate power supplies are used, they must have the same potential, and the power supply GND (blue wires) must be connected together.
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Configuration, Manual run and Diagnostics (service counter) The BusLink software can be downloaded on: http://www.linak.com/techline/?id3=2363 For more information and easy set-up of BusLink, please follow this link to view the Quick Guide for BusLink: http://www.linak.com/corporate/pdf/ENGLISH/BROCHURE/TECHLINE_BusLink%20Quick%20Guide_Brochure_Eng.pdf...
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Only for Non-critical Parallel systems • The Non-critical Parallel system offers auto-detection for every single power up if a new actuator is added to the line (system) • To add or remove actuators from the system, the system needs to be shut down and powered up again. Please be aware, that after re-powering, the system will not detect if an actuator is missing! •...
System Monitoring for Parallel If one of the actuators have one of the following error conditions, the actuator will immediately STOP: • H-Bridge fault • Out of the temperature range (High duty cycle protection) • Overcurrent (Current cut-off if one or all actuators go in mechanical block) •...
Parallel manual service mode With the parallel manual service mode it is possible to drive one or more parallel actuators separately, using the red and black wire from each actuator. Please follow this procedure to manually extend/retract the parallel actuator(s): Procedure Min.
The BusLink software tool (v2.0 or later versions) is available for CAN bus and can be used for: Diagnostics, manual run and configuration. BusLink LIN is only intended for BusLink service interface. Download BusLink software here: http://www.linak.com/techline/?id3=2363 For more information and easy set-up of BusLink, please follow this link to view the Quick Guide for BusLink: https://cdn.linak.com/-/media/files/brochure-source/en/techline-buslink-quick-guide- brochure-eng.ashx...
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Compatible with the SAE J1939 stand- ard. Uses CAN messages to command movement, setting parameters and to deliver feedback from the actuator. See the LINAK CAN bus user manual. Actuator identification is provided, using H-Bridge standard J1939 address claim or fixed addresses.
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Use green adapter cable Please note that the BusLink cables must be purchased separately from the actuator! For more information about the usage of CAN bus, please see the LINAK TECHLINE CAN bus user manual. Page 56 of 80...
System combination possibilities for LA37 IC Advanced LA37 IC HB40 Signal cable RF receiver Type: Article No. EU Market (868.3MHz) US market (916 MHz) RF receiver TR-TVPLRX868A02* TR-TVPLRX916A02* TXP transmitter TR-TVTXP868A02* TR-TVTXP916A02* EVO transmitter TR-TVEVO868N03* TR-TVEVO916S03* HB40 HB4X051-01 DP042-00 Standard TECHLINE signal cables See the table below *For more information, please go to www.linakthirdparty.com TECHLINE signal cables...
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause Action Motor runs but Gearing system or spindle damaged Please contact LINAK spindle does not move No motor sound or The actuator is not properly connected to Check the connection to the power movement of piston...
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- Reason for last stop (page 60) - Current cut-off levels in both directions Actuator cannot Load is higher than specified Reduce the load hold the chosen load For further assistance, please contact your local LINAK supplier. Page 59 of 80...
Troubleshooting for Parallel Symptom Possible cause Action Actuators do not The actuators are not properly connected Check the connection to the power move to the power supply supply or the external control unit (if any) Please make sure that the power supply polarity is properly connected, otherwise you might damage the actuator...
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Out signals are activated Only for Non-critical Parallel: Even if all actuators are not connected, the connected actuators will run after re-powering. More information on page 52 For further assistance, please contact your local LINAK supplier Page 61 of 80...
Either initialise the actuators one at a time through BusLink, or use the Parallel manual service mode (see page 54). In case the initialisation does not solve the issue, please contact your local LINAK supplier For more information and easy set-up of BusLink, please follow this link to view the Quick Guide for BusLink: http://www.linak.com/techline/?id3=2356...
Mechanical endstop LA37 is equipped with mechanical endstop Modbus actuators only 24V - please see the Modbus installation guide: http://www.linak.com/techline/?id3=2363 ** Special control cabels for the Modbus actuator - please see the Modbus installation guide: http://www.linak.com/techline/?id3=2363 Page 63 of 80...
Built-in dimensions The built-in dimension depends upon the chosen safety option and stroke length(s). “0” / to “1” / to “2” / to “3” / to “4” / “5” / Piston the centre the centre the centre the centre from the from the of the hole of the hole...
Manual Hand Crank The manual hand crank can be used in the case of power failure. 6 mm Allen key (With stainless steel screws: 5mm Allen Key) The cover over the Allen key socket must be unscrewed before the Allen key can be inserted and the hand crank operated.
Speed and current curves The values below are typical values and made with a nominal power supply of 24V DC and an ambient temperature of 20˚ C. LA37 current vs. load (start) 20.00 -30 C 18.00 16.00 14.00 12.00 20 C LA37, 20 C 10.00 8.00...
It is important that the operator follows the instructions of the duty cycle; otherwise, a possible overload may result in reduced product life/errors W/0# 1234567-0001 The LINAK work order followed by a unique sequential identification number Page 70 of 80...
It is important that the operator follows the instructions of the duty cycle; otherwise, a possible overload may result in reduced product life/errors W/0# 1234567-0001 The LINAK work order followed by a unique sequential identification number Page 71 of 80...
Key to symbols The following symbols are used on the LA37 labels: Symbol Norms Approvals WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC Wheelie bin Compliance to all relevant EC directives Regulatory Compliance Mark: The Australian safety/EMC regulations China Pollution control mark (also indicates recyclability) China RoHS legislation ISO 7000- 0434A: Caution Operating instructions...
LINAK service centre. In order to avoid the risk of malfunction, all actuator repairs must only be carried out by an authorised LINAK Service shop or repairer, as special tools and parts must be used.
LINAK service centre. In order to avoid the risk of malfunction, all actuator repairs must only be carried out by an authorised LINAK Service shop or repairer, as special tools and parts must be used.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY LINAK A/S Smedevænget 8 DK - 6430 Nordborg hereby declares that: Linear Actuator LA37 complies with the EMC Directive: 2014/30/EU according to following standards: EN 61000-6-1:2007, EN 61000-6-2:2005, EN 61000-6-3:2007, EN 61000-6-4:2007 complies with RoHS2 Directive 2011/65/EU according to the standard:...
DECLARATION OF INCORPORATION OF PARTLY COMPLETED MACHINERY LINAK A/S Smedevænget 8 DK - 6430 Nordborg Herewith declares that LINAK TECHLINE ® products as characterized by the following models and types: Linear Actuators LA12, LA14, LA22, LA23, LA25, LA30, LA35, LA36, LA37...
While LINAK uses its best efforts to fulfil orders, LINAK cannot, for the same reasons as mentioned above, guarantee the availability of any particular product. Therefore, LINAK reserves the right to discontinue the sale of any product displayed on its website or listed in its catalogues or other written material drawn up by LINAK.
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