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- Page 1 ELL9K Four position Slider Evaluation Kit ELL9(K) Four Position Slider Kit Operating Manual Original Instructions HA0386T...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Notes on Making a Picoflex Cable for Use when Daisy Chaining Devices ..........14 Chapter 6 Specifications ................................. 16 Chapter 7 Regulatory ................................17 Declarations of Conformity ......................... 17 7.1.1 For Customers in Europe ........................17 7.1.2 For Customers In The USA ....................... 18 Chapter 8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ..........................19... -
Page 3: Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction The ELL9 four position slider for SM1 optics is part of the Thorlabs series of piezoelectric resonant motor circuits and bare modules for OEM applications. The resonant piezo design of these motors offers fast response times and precise positioning, and are therefore particularly useful in scanning applications. -
Page 4: Chapter 2 Safety
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 2: Safety Chapter 2 Safety For the continuing safety of the operators of this equipment, and the protection of the equipment itself, the operator should take note of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes throughout this handbook and, where visible, on the product itself. Warning: Risk of Electrical Shock Given when there is a risk of electrical shock. -
Page 5: Chapter 3 Installation
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 3: Installation Chapter 3 Installation Environmental Conditions Warning Operation outside the following environmental limits may adversely affect operator safety. Location Indoor use only Maximum altitude 2000 m Temperature range 15°C to 40°C Maximum Humidity Less than 80% RH (non-condensing) at 31°C To ensure reliable operation the unit should not be exposed to corrosive agents or excessive moisture, heat or dust. -
Page 6: Mounting
Do not move the stage by hand. Doing so will disorientate the motors and cause the unit to fail. The recommended mounting orientation is vertically, with the motors at the bottom of the board as shown below. In this orientation, optic position 0 is on the right hand side. Figure 1 ELL9 Four-Position Optic Slider Page 4 DTN000391-D02... - Page 7 Ø1/2" post. The compact dimensions of the ELLA1 allows sliders to be placed one behind the other while minimizing the space separating them, as shown below. The adapter can also be integrated with Thorlabs' 30 mm Cage System components and/or SM1-threaded components, such as lens tubes.
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Page 8: Chapter 4 Operation
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 4: Operation Chapter 4 Operation Getting Started Caution Although the module can tolerate up to 8kV of air discharge, it must be treated as an ESD sensitive device. When handling the device, anti-static precautions must be taken and suitable and discharge appliances must be worn. Do not expose the slider to a strong infrared light (e.g. -
Page 9: Hand-Held Controller
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 4: Operation 4.2.1 Hand-held Controller Caution On power up the stage will move while the unit checks the sensors and then searches for the home position. The ELL9K Evaluation Kit also contains a hand-held controller, which features two buttons (marked FW and BW) that allow switching of the optic position as explained below. -
Page 10: Software Control
4.2.2 Software Control When connected to the host PC, the stage can be controlled remotely, via the Elliptec software. 1. Download the Elliptec software from the Downloads section at www.thorlabs.com. Double click the saved .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions. -
Page 11: Communications Protocol
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 4: Operation 4.2.3 Communications Protocol Custom move applications can be written in languages such as C# and C++. The communication bus allows multi-drop communication with speeds at 9600 baud, 8 bit data length, 1 stop bit, no parity. Protocol data is sent in ASCII HEX format, while module addresses and commands are mnemonic character (no package length is sent). - Page 12 ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 4: Operation Connector J2 Pin Out TYPE FUNCTION Ground ODTX - open drain transmit 3.3V TTL RS232 RX receive - 3.3V TTL RS232 In Motion, open drain active low max 5mA JOG/Mode, active low max 5V BW Backward , active low max 5V FW Forward, active low max 5V VCC +5V +/-10% 1.2A...
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Page 13: Periodic Cycling Of Devices Over Full Range Of Travel
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 4: Operation Periodic Cycling of Devices Over Full Range of Travel Caution Periodically, devices should be moved over the full range of travel, from one end to the other. This will help minimize the build up of debris on the track and will prevent the motors digging a groove over the most used area of contact. Typically, a travel cycle should be performed every 10K operations. -
Page 14: Simultaneous Movement Of Devices
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 4: Operation Without the remote handset Connect Pin 6 of connector J2 to 0V. With J2 Pin 6 connected to 0V, power up the slider. The slider performs a self-test by moving from one position to the other. If the slider does not move or complete, then move the slider manually from one end of travel to the other until it is no longer attempting to move. -
Page 15: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting And Faq
What is the product lifetime ELL9 product lifetime is restricted by the wearing of moving surfaces and the motor contact as motion is started (due to resonance build up) and performed (due to friction), and is expressed in km travelled. Lifetime will depend on several factors (e.g. -
Page 16: Notes On Making A Picoflex Cable For Use When Daisy Chaining Devices
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and FAQ Notes on Making a Picoflex Cable for Use when Daisy Chaining Devices The multi-drop communications bus offers the option of connecting the stage to a hybrid network of up to 16 Elliptec resonant motor products and controlling the connected units with a device such as a microprocessor. - Page 17 ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 5: Troubleshooting and FAQ Using a screwdriver or other suitable tool, push down the crimp of each pin to make connection with the ribbon cable. If other connectors are required they should be fitted at this point. Slide each connector onto the cable, paying attention to the orientation as shown below, then crimp as detailed in step (3).
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Page 18: Chapter 6 Specifications
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 6: Specifications Chapter 6 Specifications Specifications Unloaded 450 to 500 ms Switching Time Between Two Positions 150 g Load <700 ms Travel 93 mm (3.66") Positioning Repeatability <100 µm (30 µm Typical) Maximum Load (Vertically Mounted) 150 g (5.29 oz) Minimum Lifetime 100 km (3.3 Million Operations) -
Page 19: Chapter 7 Regulatory
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 7: Regulatory Chapter 7 Regulatory Declarations of Conformity 7.1.1 For Customers in Europe Rev. C, Feb 2020 Page 17... -
Page 20: For Customers In The Usa
ELL9K Four-Position Slider Evaluation Kit Chapter 7: Regulatory 7.1.2 For Customers In The USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, persuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 21: Chapter 8 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
Contact Thorlabs for more information. Waste treatment is your own responsibility. “End of life” units must be returned to Thorlabs or handed to a company specializing in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site. - Page 22 www.thorlabs.com...
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