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Translation of the original manual Assembly and operating manual Linear axis...
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Imprint Copyright: This manual is protected by copyright. The author is SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, processing, distribution (making available to third parties), translation or other usage - even excerpts - of the manual is especially prohibited and requires our written approval.
General 1 General 1.1 About this manual This manual contains important information for a safe and appropriate use of the product. This manual is an integral part of the product and must be kept accessible for the personnel at all times. Before starting work, the personnel must have read and understood this operating manual.
1.4.1 Cable set Cables must be designed for the module and the drive controller used. For design, exact type designations and order numbers, consult your SCHUNK contact person 02.00 | ELM | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389058...
The drive controller must be designed for the module and the application For design, exact type designations and order numbers, consult your SCHUNK contact person 1.4.3 Power supply unit The power supply unit must be designed for the module and the application.
General 1.4.7 Anti-fall device NOTICE Damage to the rod lock due to incorrect actuation / overload! The rod lock may only be triggered and unlocked when the • product has been shut down. See the data on static holding force in the catalog. The forces •...
Use of unauthorized spare parts Using unauthorized spare parts can endanger personnel and damage the product or cause it to malfunction. • Use only original spare parts or spares authorized by SCHUNK. 2.5 Ambient conditions and operating conditions Required ambient conditions and operating conditions...
Basic safety notes 2.6 Personnel qualification Inadequate qualifications of the personnel If the personnel working with the product is not sufficiently qualified, the result may be serious injuries and significant property damage. • All work may only be performed by qualified personnel. •...
Basic safety notes 2.8 Notes on safe operation Incorrect handling of the personnel Incorrect handling and assembly may impair the product's safety and cause serious injuries and considerable material damage. • Avoid any manner of working that may interfere with the function and operational safety of the product.
Basic safety notes 2.11 Disposal Handling of disposal The incorrect handling of disposal may impair the product's safety and cause serious injuries as well as considerable material and environmental harm. • Follow local regulations on dispatching product components for recycling or proper disposal. 2.12 Fundamental dangers General •...
Basic safety notes 2.12.2 Protection during commissioning and operation Falling or violently ejected components Falling and violently ejected components can cause serious injuries and even death. • Take appropriate protective measures to secure the danger zone. • Never step into the danger zone during operation. 2.12.3 Protection against dangerous movements Unexpected movements Residual energy in the system may cause serious injuries while...
Basic safety notes 2.13 Notes on particular risks DANGER Danger to life due to strong magnetic fields even in a shut-down state. The integrated high performance permanent magnets can represent a risk to persons with an active or passive implant. The following persons are not allowed to remain in the vicinity of the magnetic field: Persons with pacemakers...
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Basic safety notes WARNING Risk of injury from objects falling and being ejected! Falling and ejected objects during operation can lead to serious injury or death. Take appropriate protective measures to secure the danger • zone. WARNING Risk of injury due to unexpected movements! If the power supply is switched on or residual energy remains in the system, components can move unexpectedly and cause serious injuries.
Technical data 3 Technical data More technical data is included in the catalog data sheet. Whichever is the latest version. 3.1 Basic version ELM 23- ELM 37- ELM 37- H160 H260 Mechanical operating data Weight [kg] 4,95 Max. payload (horizontal installation) [kg] Max.
Technical data 3.2 Option with anti-fall device (deviating data) ELM 23-H70- ELM 37-H160- ELM 37-H260- Weight [kg] 1,61 5,25 5,83 Minimum release pressure [bar] Static holding force [N] Max. axial play of clamp [mm] 0,25 0,25 3.3 Fan cooling MK 23 MK 37 Nominal voltage [VDC]...
Assembly 4 Assembly 4.1 Connections 4.1.1 Mechanical connection WARNING Danger of injury due to unexpected movements of the machine/system! Switch off energy supply. • Evenness of the The values apply to the whole mounting surface to which the product is mounted. mounting surface Requirements for evenness of the mounting surface (Dimensions in mm) Edge length...
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Assembly Connection geometries for ELM 37 ELM 23 ELM 37 M5 / 7 M5 / 10 B [mm] Ø5F7 / 7 Ø5F7 / 3 C [mm] Ø3F7 Ø5F7 Km4 DIN974-1 Km5 DIN974-1 E [mm] Ø5F7 / 5 M5 / 9 G [mm] 12.05 / 1.2 02.00 | ELM | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389058...
Cover up live parts. • Check if de-energized, ground it and hot wire. • Use the specified cable sets and controllers. Consult your SCHUNK contact person if necessary 02.00 | ELM | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389058...
Assembly 4.2 Assembly of position measuring system WSM The position measuring system is delivered in disassembled state and must be assembled as described in the following figure: Mounting of position measuring system Designation WSM 23-H70 WSM 37-H... Clearance of reading head from 0.3 ±0.1 0.3 ±0.1 magnetic tape [mm]...
Assembly 4.3 Mounting of weight compensation GA 4.3.1 Weight compensation GA 23 Weight compensation GA 23 Designation GA 23 Air connection Remove the end plate (A) and the mounting screws (B). Ø Clean the receiving bore for the weight compensation (arrow) and Ø...
Assembly 4.3.2 Weight compensation GA 37 Mounting weight compensation GA 37 Designation GA 37 Air connection Place the pneumatic cylinder (1) in the opening provided in the Ø base body and clamp it on the cover plate between the disk (2) and the nut (3) Secure nut with suitable chemical thread locking agent! Ø...
Assembly 4.4 Mounting of shock absorbers SD Mounting of shock absorbers SD Bezeichnung ELM 23 ELM 37 Shock absorber SD 23 SD 37 Screw shock absorbers into the threads provided. Ø Secure shock absorbers with nuts. Ø NOTE The module conducts the reference run only at a certain force. During the reference run the slide must always strike the internal stop (B).
Assembly 4.5 Mounting of anti-fall device ASP NOTICE Damage to the rod lock due to incorrect actuation / overload! The rod lock may only be triggered and unlocked when the • product has been shut down. See the data on static holding force in the catalog. The forces •...
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Assembly Rod lock assembly Description ASP 23 ASP 37 Air connection Disassemble the face plate (A) and mounting screws (B) from Ø the ELM module. Mount the pre-assembled base body unit consisting of base Ø body (8), rod lock (7) and sliding bushing (6) on the body of ELM using the cylindrical screws (5) provided.
Assembly 4.6 Mounting of fan cooling MK Mounting of fan cooling Designation MK 23 MK 37 Spacer 5mm Compact fan Protective grid Mounting screw ISO 4762 M4x35 Bolt compact fan (2) and protective grid (3) to the module using Ø mounting screws (4).
Assembly 4.7 Mounting of cover MA Mounting of cover Mount cover (2) on the slide using mounting screws (1) and Ø spacers (3). Secure threads with suitable chemical thread locking agent. Ø 02.00 | ELM | Assembly and operating manual | en | 389058...
Mounting surface is not sufficiently flat. • Check the evenness of the mounting surface.Mechanical connection 18] Components have come loose e.g. due to • Send product with a SCHUNK repair order overloading. or dismantle product. and inspect Dismantling the module 34].
Possible cause Corrective action The module is not designed for the • Check design. requirements • Consult your SCHUNK contact person. 5.6 Required precision is not reached Mögliche Ursache Maßnahmen zur Behebung The module is not designed for the • Check design.
Maintenance and care 6 Maintenance and care NOTICE The following recommendations apply to intended operation in accordance with the prescribed operating parameters, operating conditions and settings. WARNING Risk of injury due to unexpected movements! If the power supply is switched on or residual energy remains in the system, components can move unexpectedly and cause serious injuries.
Maintenance and care 6.2 Lubricants / lubrication points (basic lubrication) We recommend the lubricants listed here. Equivalent lubri-cants can also be used. Lubricant point Lubricant Rotor • LU02 from Linmot or • UH1 14-31 from Klüber Guide carriage • ISOFLEX TOPAS NCA 52 from Klüber •...
Maintenance and care 6.3 Removing and cleaning rotor WARNING Danger of injury due to unexpected movements of the machine/system! Switch off energy supply. • Removing rotor Loosen mounting screw (1) and remove 2 spherical washer/ Ø conical seat units (2) Carefully pull rotor (3) back out of the stator (4).
• the module to the factory for repair. In case of unauthorized disassembly/assembly of the module, • the SCHUNK warranty and guarantee will be voided. Disassembly and assembly in accordance with the assembly Ø drawing Always comply with the generally applicable screw tightening Ø...
7 Translation of original declaration of incorporation in terms of the Directive 2006/42/EG, Annex II, Part 1.B of the European Parliament and of the Council on machinery. Manufacturer/ SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG Spann- und Greiftechnik Distributor Bahnhofstr. 106 – 134 D-74348 Lauffen/Neckar...
Translation of original declaration of incorporation 7.1 Annex to Declaration of Incorporation according 2006/42/EG, Annex II, No. 1 B 1.Description of the essential health and safety requirements pursuant to 2006/42/EC, Annex I that are applicable and that have been fulfilled with: Product designation Linear axis Type designation ID number...
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Translation of original declaration of incorporation Protection against mechanical hazards 1.3.6 Risks related to variations in operating conditions 1.3.7 Risks related to moving parts 1.3.8 Choice of protection against risks arising from moving parts 1.3.8.1 Moving transmission parts 1.3.8.2 Moving parts involved in the process 1.3.9 Risks of uncontrolled movements Required characteristics of guards and protective devices...
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Translation of original declaration of incorporation Information 1.7.1 Information and warnings on the machinery 1.7.1.1 Information and information devices 1.7.1.2 Warning devices 1.7.2 Warning of residual risks 1.7.3 Marking of machinery 1.7.4 Instructions 1.7.4.1 General principles for the drafting of instructions 1.7.4.2 Contents of the instructions 1.7.4.3...
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