ATOM DX system installation overview
This section gives an overview of the steps involved in installing, setting-up and calibrating an ATOM DX encoder system.
More detailed information is contained within the rest of the document.
For information on designing the readhead and disc into the system refer to the detailed installation drawings
www.renishaw.com /opticalencoders
and 3D models at
or contact your local Renishaw representative.
For information on the ATOM DX product range refer to the ATOM DX data sheet L-9517-9736.
IMPORTANT: Prior to installing readhead and disc, installation drawings should be reviewed to ensure correct orientation of readhead relative to disc.
Disc alignment
Optical alignment
Electrical alignment
using a microscope.
Using two readheads.
(see page
6).
(see page
7).
Mount and align readhead
Dummy head.
Shim kit.
(see page
10).
(see page
9).
Calibrate system
(see page
11).
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rotary installation guide
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