MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Introduction Overview The instructions in this manual apply to the following Optira Series Encoders models: • Model PIA Standard 5 V • Model PIB Standard 3.3 V Precautions Follow standard ESD precautions. Turn power to off before connecting sensor. Do not touch electrical pins without static protection such as a grounded wrist strap.
• Optira Series Encoders Data Sheet • Optira Series Encoders Interface Drawings Trademarks Optira trademark of Novanta Inc. d/b/a Celera Motion. Special Conventions Used The following symbols may be used in this document. Symbol Description Warning or caution: potential damage to parts.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Before Installation Review the items in this section prior to installing the encoder. Power Recommendations Optira Series Encoders can be ordered with either 5 V or 3.3 V power supplies: Minimum Maximum Maximum Maximum Maximum Power Input...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion System Overview This section identifies parts for the Optira sensor installation. Use the information in this section to design the mounting scheme for the sensor and the optional connector and calibration board. Refer to the Optira Series Encoders Interface Drawings for details. Alignment not required when benching sensor.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Board-to-Board Mounting This section contains information needed for installing the Optira sensor to the customer's PCB. Screws Sensor Bottom View Customer Bracket Spacers Molex 501594-1211 Customer Bracket Molex 501591-1211 Surface Mount Fasteners Recommended Customer Required Parts The following parts or their equivalents are recommended for the board-to-board mounting of the Optira sensor.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Optional Development Kit The following are the components of the optional Development Kit model PI-DK: Part Description Connector and Interface board located between the Optira sensor and the customer’s controller: Calibration Board • Provides feedback of sensor operation to customer electronics •...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Recommended Customer Required Parts The following parts or their equivalents are recommended for using the optional Connector and Calibration board. Item Description Custom Connector Parts required to connect custom cable to header connector J2 (JST SM10B- SRSS-TB): •...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 6.1.1 Sensor Mounting Orientation and Tolerances Refer to the following specifications when installing and aligning the Optira sensor. Orientation ϴ Sensor Axes ϴ ϴ Tolerances Optira Series Encoders Sensor Alignment Tolerances Axis Alignment Tolerance Direction of Motion ±...
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action Z-Height: If Z-Height is not adjustable, firmly place sensor against benching edge. Benching edge If Z-Height is adjustable, go to Step 5. Use two M1.6 or 0-80 screws to attach the sensor and tighten per torque specification: 0.34Nm (3 inch-lbs.) maximum.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 6.1.3 PCB Mounting Perform the following steps to mount sensor to customer's PCB. Refer to sensor information in Section 3.0 System Overview. Note: A scale must be installed before installing the sensor. Refer to the Optira Series Encoders Tape and Glass Scales Installation Manual.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion LED Indications for Index Detection • LED flashes bright when passing over index • LED stays bright if stopped on index Align Sensor Perform the following steps to align the sensor: Step Action Apply power to sensor. Ensure that the sensor’s mounting screws are loosely tightened.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion After installing and aligning the Optira sensor, calibrate the sensor using one of the following methods: • Manual Calibration • Using the Calibration Pushbutton Note: Ensure that the sensor has already been aligned prior to calibration. Manual Calibration Use the following instructions to perform a manual calibration when the optional Connector and Calibration Board (Model PI-CB) is not present.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Install Optional Connector and Calibration Board The optional Connector and Calibration Board can be connected to the sensor using cables in the optional Development Kit or by using customer's wiring. Refer to the information in Section 3.0 System Overview.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Appendix Specifications System Operating and Electrical Specifications Scales Agency Standards Compliance in accordance with Optira Series Encoders are compatible with Optira Tape Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC: Scales, Linear Scales, and Rotary Glass Scales EN55011, Class B: Radiated Emissions Scale Pitch 20 µm...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Power-Up Timing The Optira encoder will be ready 420 ms after the 3.3 V or 5 V supply rises, during which the LED will flash red and the Alarm signal will transition true. The encoder will be ready once the Alarm transitions false per the following chart (5 V model is shown;...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion J1 - ZIF Connector Manufacturer Part Number: Hirose FH33J-10S-0.5SH(10) ® Signal Optira Sensor Bottom View Number A-quad-B Analog J1 ZIF Connector SIN+ SIN- COS+ COS- Index+ Index+ Index- Index- Alarm Alarm Recommended Signal Termination Note: Below values are applicable for 5 V models only.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Customer Interface Contact Factory for guidance RS-422 Compatibility Optira Series Encoders are RS-422 compatible. Encoder signals are “sending end terminated” and customer receiving terminations are not required. For more details, see the following Tech Note: Proper Termination of Digital Incremental Encoder Signals.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Introduction to Scale Mounting Overview The instructions in this manual apply to the following scales for Optira Series Encoders: • Optira Tape Scale, Model PILT • Optira Linear Glass Scales, Model PILG • Optira Rotary Glass Scales, Model PIRG Refer to the encoder data sheet or sensor installation manual for details on ordering parts.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 10.0 Rotary Scales For details on rotary scales, see the following: • Optira Series Encoders Data Sheet • Optira Series Encoders Interface Drawing 11.0 Tape Scale Installation Use the steps in this section to install Optira tape scales. 11.1 Before Installation Review the information in this section prior to installing tape scales.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion • If removed from the mounting surface for any reason, they should not be used for any kind of re-application. This will affect the performance and reliability of the encoder system. The adhesive on the Optira tape scale is permanent: •...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 11.1.3 Flowchart for Tape Scale Installation The following is a simple flowchart showing the main steps in tape scale installation. Refer to Design Section 3.1.4 Guide Prepare Mounting Section 3.1.5 Surface Is Tape Scale Correct Length? Cut Tape Scale Section 3.2...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 11.1.4 Design Guide The following table describes the basic mounting configurations for tape scale installation. Also, see all guidelines that follow the table. Type of Installation Example Machined Edge: Mounting Surface - Scale Benching Edge Hand Application Only 0.2 mm ±0.05 mm Mounting...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion • Calculate the length of the Optira tape scale required for your application using the following formula: ML + 10 mm = Length of Tape Scale ML = Measuring Length (refer to the encoder interface drawing) 11.1.5 Prepare Mount ng Surface Perform the following steps prior to tape scale installation.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 11.2 Cutting Tape Scales Note: When working with any encoder scales, it is important to use finger cots or talc-free gloves. Step Action Uncoil the tape scale and cut it to the required length using the shears provided in the installation kit.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 11.3 Install the Tape Scale Note: Use this procedure for installing tape scale for a board- to-board mounting. When installing tape scale, always perform the following steps to ensure best system performance: • Wear talc-free gloves or finger cots during all steps of tape scale installation. •...
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action Remove/peel the bottom adhesive backing: • Use a sharp tool or fingernails to start peeling the adhesive backing from the left end of the tape scale. • Remove and peel back approximately 25 mm (1 inch) of the bottom adhesive backing, taking care not to touch the adhesive or allow any particulate contamination.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action Place the tape scale on the mounting surface reference edge: Place the 25 mm (1 inch) exposed adhesive left end of the tape scale against the mounting surface “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.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action Once the scale is applied to the mounting surface and before the blue protective film is removed, apply even pressure over the entire tape scale length by sliding a glove or cot-protected finger across the scale.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 11.3.2 Install Tape Scale Using the Applicator Tool Use the steps in this section to install Optira Tape Scales using the Applicator Tool. The Applicator Tool Model PILT-AT The Applicator Tool is recommended for tape scale lengths greater than 300 mm, but can be used for shorter lengths.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Reference Edges Refer to the encoder interface drawing for tape scale reference edges. Applicator Tool Mounting The orientation of the Optira Applicator Tool corresponds to the Optira encoder as shown below. The benching surfaces correspond to the A and B faces shown in the Optira interface drawing. Benching pins Typical Motion Axis Mounting Bracket...
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Install Tape Scale When orienting the tape, both tape scale arrows and applicator tool orientation arrows need to point in the same direction for proper orientation. Note: The tape scale orientation arrows always point to the “D” reference edge in the interface drawing.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action From the left end of the tape scale inserted in the applicator tool, peel and curl back 50- 75 mm (2-3 inches) of the adhesive backing as shown so that backing separates from scale before entering tool under the roller.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action Start feeding tape scale with blue protective film under the roller and into the entry slot while pulling adhesive backing away from scale. Attached mounting screws Feed tape scale under roller Remove adhesive backing before going under roller Feed tape scale into the applicator tool until the end of the tape is past the roller.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action Apply tape scale with the applicator tool: Once the applicator tool is configured with the adhesive backing 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.
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MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion Step Action Once tape scale is installed, clean using alcohol or acetone and a lint-free cotton cloth. Installed tape scale Precautions: • If scale damage has occurred, the tape scale may need to be replaced. •...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 12.0 Linear Glass Scales Installation Use the steps in this section to mount and install Optira linear glass scales. 12.1 Before Installation Review the information in this section prior to installing Optira linear glass scales. 12.1.1 Items Required for Glass Scale Installation You will need the following items available for Optira linear glass scales installation.
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 12.2 Benching Linear Glass Scales 'Benching' the scale means aligning the scale by using benching pins. Refer to the Optira interface drawing for dimensions. The benching pins can be set up on either side of the glass scale, but are oriented to the "D"...
MicroE Optira Installation Manual Celera Motion 13.0 Final Cleaning, Inspection, and Cure Time Before using the encoder for servo control, clean the scale using alcohol or acetone and a lint- free cotton cloth or swab. Finally, inspect the scale's surface for scratches, adhesive spots or smears in the measuring length.
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