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  • Page 1 Mercury II 6000 ™ Series Encoders Sensor Installation Sensor Installation Manu Manual and Reference Guide >CELERAMOTION ©2018 Celera Motion 125 Middlesex Turnpike | Bedford, MA 01730-1409 USA IM-1004 | REV181127 Tel: 781-266-5200 | celera_support@celeramotion.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

        Index Speed Considerations ..................... 35     RS-422 Compliance ......................36     Troubleshooting ........................ 37     Order Guide ........................... 38     Contacting Celera Motion....................... 42     IM-1004 | REV181127 Page i ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    All maintenance procedures such as cleaning must be performed with the MicroE encoder turned off.  Do not insert any reflective surface into the beam path when the encoder is powered.  Do not attempt to service the MicroE encoder. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 1 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 4: Standards Compliance

    Initial Release. Combines coverage for entire series of Mercury II 6000 Encoders. Correction on page 30: changed A6 to A for CRC Bits section. Updated Rev. 1A 11/30/2015 document to Celera Motion standards. Updated Manual Revisions table. 180131 01/31/2018 Correction to ordering code. 181127 11/27/2018 Changed Section 4.2 scale to sensor Z-height tolerance.
  • Page 5: Before Installation

     Two-part epoxy (Tra-Bond 2116 or equivalent) Stick and disposable surface for stirring epoxy   Shears   Tape Applicator Tool* Silicone adhesive   Note*: Not required for some installations. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 3 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 6: System Overview

    Scale Mounting Surface Reference Edge (Benching Surface) Left Limit Marker Mounting Screws Typical User-Supplied Sensor Mounting Bracket Sensor Mounting Holes Sensor Benching Pins Bracket Mounting Holes Right Limit Marker Double-Shielded Cable 15-Pin Male Index Marker D-Sub Connector IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 4 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 7: Smartprecision Alignment Tool

    Indicates proper alignment Left Limit Blinks in Alignment Mode and when sensor is located over left limit Right Limit Blinks in Alignment Mode and when sensor is located over right limit  IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 5 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 8: Sensor Installation

    Note: Do not tighten the two M2 screws at this time. Use benching pins to locate the sensor if the system's mechanical tolerances are adequate. Refer to the MII6000 Interface Drawings for recommended locations and heights of pins. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 6 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 9: Sensor Alignment And Calibration

    Note*: The SmartPrecision II Software is built in to the Alignment Tool ATMII5000 for setup and diagnostics; only a web browser is needed (use of software is optional). See Sensor Installation Tools in Section 8.0 Order Guide for more details. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 7 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 10: Using The Cal. Pushbutton

    Access to Cal. Pushbutton Screwdriver Result: The two Limit LEDs will begin to blink in unison (slowly). Automatic Gain Control (AGC) is now inactive. The AGC adjusts gain to maintain a steady signal level. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 8 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 11 (go back to Step 3). Press and release the Cal. button quickly to exit Alignment Mode. Result: The limit LED’s will stop blinking and AGC will reactivate. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 9 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 12: Sensor Calibration

    Section 5.2.3 Sensor Alignment and Calibration.  Select correct Reflective or Non-Reflective Grating Type on Status and Setup tab. Note: Perform all procedures below at ≤1 meter/second relative motion between the sensor and the scale. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 10 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 13 LED indicators on the MII6000 sensor’s connector. Note: To skip any portion of this calibration and move to the next procedure, press and hold the Cal. button for two seconds. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 11 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 14 LED indicators on the MII6000 sensor’s connector. Note: To skip any portion of` this calibration and move on to the next procedure, press and hold the Cal. button for two seconds. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 12 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 15: Using The Software

    Power up the Alignment Tool by plugging in 5 VDC to the Alignment Tool Adapter. Alignment Tool Adapter 5 VDC Power Power/Cal. LED Result: The Power/Cal. LED illuminates a steady green. The sensor is initialized after an approximate 10 second delay. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 13 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 16: Use The Findmii Program To Locate The Encoder

    Warning: Reducing the Security Level in the Security Tab may decrease protection of your computer against malicious software. Once located, the FindMII program will list all the encoders connected to the network as seen in the following example. Encoder found by the program IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 14 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 17: Sensor Alignment And Calibration

    Once the SmartPrecision II Software is open, perform sensor alignment and calibration by using the Calibrate and Align tab. Step Action Click on the Calibrate and Align tab. Calibrate and Align Tab Calibration Status Calibration Type Calibration Mode Results: The Calibrate and Align screen opens. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 15 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 18 Result: The Turn Off button will change to Turn On. Align Mode Status will change to Off (AGC Active). On the Alignment Tool, both Left and Right Limit LEDs will stop blinking. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 16 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 19 5.2.3 Sensor Alignment and Calibration. When calibration is complete, continue to the next section Alignment Verification with Connector LEDs to visually verify calibration using the LED indicators on the MII6000 sensor’s connector. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 17 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 20: Alignment Verification With Connector Leds

    Purple Saturated Mercury II Sensor Connectors LED Indicators – Limit/Index Markers Color Limit/Index Mark Green Over Index Mark Blue Over Left Limit Mark Over Right Limit Mark None Not Over Any Mark IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 18 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 21: Appendix

    Note: After power up, the index mark must be passed once at  1 m/s for proper operation. Limits: Separate built-in or stick-on left and right limits. Laser-written embedded index and limits available. Contact MicroE. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 19 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 22 OUT OF OPERATING RANGE FOR CLARITY 18.50 14.33 3.97 22.61 2.79 2.03 SENSOR MOUNTING SURFACE TAPE SCALE MOUNTING SURFACE 3.38 METAL TAPE SCALE ADHESIVE BACKING (TAPE SCALE MOUNTING SURFACE) MII6000 Output Signals Quadrature* Limits* IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 20 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 23: Resolution And Maximum Speed Tables

    250mm/sec 6700, 6800 x 8000 2.50nm/count 125mm/sec 6800 x 16384 1.22nm/count† 61mm/sec 6800 Note: †Value rounded for readability; use the following formula to calculate the exact resolution in units of µm/count: 20μ IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 21 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 24 **Resolution values shown are approximate. To calculate exact resolution values, convert from CPR (Counts per Revolution) to the desired units. Note: To calculate desired rotary interpolation multiplier, use the following equation: Note: Specifications assume XOR function which is available in all standard controllers. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 22 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 25 Note: *Resolution values shown are approximate. To calculate exact resolution values, convert from CPR (Counts per Revolution) to the desired units. Note: To calculate desired rotary interpolation multiplier, use the following equation: IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 23 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 26: Wiring Diagrams

    Alarm: A and B are tri-stated if the encoder signal becomes too low for reliable operation and pin 15 goes high to 3.3 V. Note: GND and Inner Shield are internally connected. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 24 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 27 Connected to circuit Supply common internally as supplied by MicroE Systems. 5 Volts O Volts Outer Shield: Connector to sensor and connector housing. Electrically conductive mechanical connection (as supplied by MicroE Systems). IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 25 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 28: Customer Interface

    24AWG gauge wire for a 2 m length cable. Recommended cables are 24AWG gauge wire with 6 twisted pairs.  Single shield cable with a minimum of 90% coverage. Note that a double shielded cable may be required in high-noise applications. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 26 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 29 DB15 Pins 6800Si Signals 6800Pa Signals SDATA_OUT+ Pair 1 SDATA_OUT- SCLOCK_OUT+ Pair 2 SCLOCK_OUT- SCLOCK_IN+ REQ_SD+ Pair 3 SCLOCK_IN- REQ_SD- nCS+ Pair 4 nCS- Pair 5 Pair 6 Note: NC - No Connect IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 27 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 30 Aluminum Do not twist. Polyester Shield Braided Shield 28.7 (1.13) Note: Fold braided shield back over jacket. Example shows double-shielded cable. Dimensions shown are for purpose of illustration only. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 28 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 31: Serial Interface Specifications

    All other pins for Pa are not connected (NC) Name Direction Description REQ_SD+ Input/Output Request for Serial Data from Host to Sensor REQ_SD- Input/Output Request for Serial Data from Host to Sensor Input Input IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 29 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 32 If a clock is not provided, the sensor switches to operate in the final mode (quadrature or serial).  Upon detecting a serial clock on SCLOCK_IN, the sensor returns the clock to the host on SCLOCK_OUT. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 30 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 33 Note*: The encoder maximum operational speed is 10 meters/second, regardless of the speed alarm setting. The alarm is a user configured feature, to be set for specific application requirements, or the bit may be ignored if desired. The speed alarm is dependent on the IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 31 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 34 6-bit polynomial: + X + 1, MSB first after preloading the CRC register with all 1’s. Stop Bits The data word will always end with bits one, zero, one, one (1011). Timing Diagram IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 32 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 35 It is set in terms of % of sample rates and can be set from 0.01% to 40% in 0.01% increments. Note: Fringe count bits + interpolated bits must be ≥ 4 bits total. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 33 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 36 Limit settings: The limit state (Active High: status bit = 1 when limits is active, or Active Low: status bit = 0 when limit is active) and limit polarity (normal, or left and right limits reversed) can be changed. The limits may also be enabled or disabled. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 34 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 37: Index Speed Considerations

    Each time an MII6800, MII6700, or MII6500 encoder is powered up, the first pass over the index mark must occur at a speed ≤1 m/s. Once the index is initially detected, the index will function at all speeds (up to 10 m/s) until the next power cycle. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 35 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 38: Rs-422 Compliance

    For more details, see the following Tech Note: Proper Termination of Digital Incremental Encoder Signals. Optional RS-422 compliant circuitry for long cable runs in harsh electronic environments is illustrated below: IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 36 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    You may receive an Application Blocked by Security Settings message when attempting to load the plotApplet. Warning: Reducing the Security Level in the Security Tab may decrease protection of your computer against malicious software. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 37 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 40: Order Guide

    MII6830=3m cable MII6730=3m cable MII6850=5m cable MII6750=5m cable       Note*: Resolution = 20 µm/interpolation (see Section 7.2 Resolution and Maximum Speed Tables) Note: All specifications are subject to change.    IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 38 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 41 Note*: Interpolation bits plus fringe bits must be MII6510=1m cable ≤35 bits. MII6530=3m cable MII6550=5m cable Note*: Resolution = 20 µm/interpolation (see Section 7.2 Resolution and Maximum Speed Tables)   Note All specifications are subject to change. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 39 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 42 MII6850=5m cable Note*: Resolution = 20 µm/interpolation (see Section 7.2 Resolution and Maximum Speed Tables) Note Interpolation bits plus fringe bits must be ≤24 bits. Note All specifications are subject to change. IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 40 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 43 Note*: Custom Versions are available. Note: Rotary glass scales are shipped not mounted to hub. Hub mounting is available, contact MicroE Systems for information.   Note: All specifications are subject to change.     IM-1004 | REV181127 Page 41 ©2018 Celera Motion...
  • Page 44: Contacting Celera Motion

    Sensor Installation Manual and Reference Guide Contacting Celera Motion Celera Motion is a world leader in optical encoder technology with offices in major industrial centers around the globe. We deliver enabling technology that brings advanced applications to life in the motion control, medical, semiconductor, electronics, and industrial markets.
  • Page 45 ™ Mercury II ™ PurePrecision Tape and Glass Scales Installation Manual >CELERAMOTION ©2015 Celera Motion 125 Middlesex Turnpike | Bedford, MA 01730-1409 USA IM-MII_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a.docx Tel: 781-266-5700 | celeramotion@gsig.com...
  • Page 46 Attach Markers to Scale ....................25 End Caps Installation ........................26 Final Cleaning, Inspection, and Cure Time ..................27 Reworking to Correct Mistakes ..................27 Cleaning Scales ........................ 27 Contacting Celera Motion....................... 28 IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page i ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 47: Introduction

    11/21/2014 Combined PurePrecision Tape and Glass Scales into one installation manual and updated procedures. Rev. 1a 11/25/2015 Updated document to Celera Motion standards. Updated Manual Revisions table. Trademarks Mercury II™ and PurePrecision™ are trademarks of MicroE Systems®. Standards Compliance RoHS Mercury II models are CE and RoHS compliant.
  • Page 48: Special Conventions Used

    This document provides design guidelines for customers who want Supplied Segment Holders to design their own holders for rotary scale segments. Go to the following MicroE Systems website to locate the listed Tech Notes: http://www.microesystems.com/resource/technical-notes. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 2 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 49: Pureprecision Laser Tape Ii Scale Installation

     PurePrecision Tape Scale, Index and Limit Markers are designed for one time installation only. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 3 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 50: Flowchart For Pureprecision Tape Scale Installation

     Avoid any contamination to the adhesive. Any particulate matter or contamination trapped between the scale and the mounting surface will affect encoder performance. 3.1.3 Flowchart for PurePrecision Tape Scale Installation IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 4 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 51: Design Guide

    Use the applicator tool for installation of scales, especially longer than 250 mm, and for all installations against a straight edge. For shorter scales, install by hand or use the applicator tool. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 5 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 52: Mounting Surface Preparation

    Also mark the locations where the index and limit markers will be applied. Refer to the encoder interface drawings to identify the reference points of the markers. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 6 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 53: Cut The Tape Scale

    Hand approximately at a distance of 40 mm - 50 mm (1 1/2 inches to 2 inches) from the cutting point Cut the tape scale in a smooth, continuous motion. Shears held inclined, not perpendicular, to the tape scale IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 7 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 54: Install Tape Scale

    Left end of reference edge. tape scale Reference Edge Incorrect: Arrowheads on the blue protective film are pointing away from the mounting surface reference edge. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 8 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 55 “D” reference edge at the desired starting location and press firmly on the end. Note: Adhesive exposed by removing the adhesive bottom backing can touch the mounting surface only once. “D” reference edge as shown in Tape scale orientation arrow the encoder interface drawing IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 9 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 56 Pull adhesive backing out of length of the tape the encoder interface drawing the way during sliding. No obstruction between tape scale and mounting surface. Once the tape has been installed, discard the adhesive backing. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 10 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 57 The applied pressure will ensure that the adhesive is set evenly and permanently. Slide across scale to apply even pressure Performing this operation more than once is not necessary but will not have an adverse effect. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 11 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 58 The encoder will not function properly with the blue protective film installed. It must be removed for proper encoder operation. If installing Laser Tape II index/limits, go to Section 5.0 Stick-On Index and Limit Markers Installation. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 12 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 59: Install Tape Scale Using The Applicator Tool

    Low guide edge of tool should be in contact with mounting surface edge of thickness 0.76 mm (0.030 inches) Note: The low guide edge also corresponds to the “D” tape scale reference edge in the interface drawing. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 13 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 60 The path for the tape scale through the Applicator Tool is shown in the following diagram. Entry for metal tape scale (under dowel pin) Entry for adhesive backing Exit for adhesive backing IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 14 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 61 Entry slot for tape scale with blue Entry slot for protective film (under dowel pin) adhesive backing Exit slot for adhesive backing IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 15 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 62 Note: Do not peel the blue protective film off at this time. Peel and cut back 50-75 mm (2-3 inches) of the adhesive backing IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 16 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 63 Mercury II PurePrecision Tape and Glass Scales PurePrecision Laser Tape II Scale Installation Installation Manual Step Action Feed the adhesive backing into the applicator tool. Adhesive backing inserted into backer slot Adhesive backing exiting from backer slot IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 17 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 64 PurePrecision Laser Tape II Scale Installation Installation Manual Step Action Insert the tape scale (with blue protective film) under the dowel pin and into the entry slot. Dowel pin and entry slot Tape inserted IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 18 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 65 Once the applicator tool is configured with the adhesive backer exiting from the exit slot and steel tape extending past the front tool roller, the scale is ready to be installed on the mounting surface. Applicator tool correctly configured for installation IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 19 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 66 Clean the tape scale using alcohol or acetone and a lint-free cotton cloth.  Tape scales cannot be reused if removed from mounting surface. If installing Laser Tape II index/limits, go to Section 5.0 Stick-On Index and Limit Markers Installation. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 20 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 67: Pureprecision Linear Glass Scales Installation

    Mount Linear Glass Scales Note: Use talc-free gloves or finger cots to handle the scales. Step Action Permanently attach MicroE Systems linear glass scales to the mounting surface using epoxy and silicone adhesive. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 21 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 68: Install Linear Glass Scales

    Caution: Do not allow epoxy to seep under the scale as this will affect scale flatness and therefore, encoder accuracy. After adhesive curing, remove the scale mounting clamps. If installing Laser Tape II index/limits, go to Section 5.0 Stick-On Index and Limit Markers Installation. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 22 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 69: Stick-On Index And Limit Markers Installation

    Note: Put on finger cots before starting the index and limit markers installation. Step Action Begin by holding the Limit and Index Marker strip so that the blue protective film is on top and the reflective surface is on the bottom. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 23 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 70 Result: The marker will pull away from the transparent adhesive backing. Holding only the handle, slowly pull the index marker from the strip. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 24 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 71: Attach Markers To Scale

    Press your finger on the marker close to the edge of the handle. Then, with your other hand, pull up on the handle to detach it from the marker. The handle will break away from the marker. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 25 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 72: End Caps Installation

    Only apply epoxy at the ends of the tape scale. Do not get any epoxy on the tape scale in the measuring area. Perform the next step immediately while the epoxy is still in a liquid state. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 26 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 73: Final Cleaning, Inspection, And Cure Time

    Contamination Removal: Use a lint-free cleanroom wipe or cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol or acetone to wipe the surface clean. Handle the scale by the edges. Do not scrub the scale. IM-Mercury_II_PurePrecision_Scales Rev. 1a Page 27 ©2015 Celera Motion...
  • Page 74: Contacting Celera Motion

    Installation Manual Contacting Celera Motion Celera Motion is a world leader in optical encoder technology with offices in major industrial centers around the globe. We deliver enabling technology that brings advanced applications to life in the motion control, medical, semiconductor, electronics, and industrial markets.

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