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V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020
User Manual
V-408.132020 PIMAG® LINEAR STAGE
M O T I O N | P O S I T I O N I N G

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  • Page 1 V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 User Manual V-408.132020 PIMAG® LINEAR STAGE M O T I O N | P O S I T I O N I N G...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Contents Legal Information......................4 About this Document....................5 Objective and Target Group................5 Other Applicable Documents................5 Explanation of Symbols..................5 2.3.1 Typographic Conventions..............5 2.3.2 Symbols Used..................6 Figures........................ 6 Downloading Manuals..................7 Safety..........................8 Intended Use...................... 8 General Safety Instructions................8 Organizational Measures..................
  • Page 3 CONTENTS V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Maintenance.......................28 Maintenance Run.....................28 Cleaning......................28 Moving the Motion Platform by Hand............29 Troubleshooting......................30 10 Transportation......................31 10.1 Attaching the Transport Safeguard..............31 10.2 Preparing the V-408 for Transportation............31 11 Customer Service Department................. 32 12 Technical Data......................33 12.1 Specifications....................33 12.2 Maximum Ratings...................

  • Page 4: Legal Information

    With regard thereto, Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG reserves all rights. The use of any text, images and drawings is permitted only in part and only when indicating the source.

  • Page 5: About This Document

    PIMikroMove The latest versions of the user manuals can be downloaded (p. 7) at www.pi.ws. Explanation of Symbols This chapter explains the symbols and markings used by PI in their user manuals. 2.3.1 Typographic Conventions Symbol / label Meaning Action consisting of one or several steps with strict sequential order Action consisting of one or more steps without relevant sequential or- ►...

  • Page 6: Symbols Used

    2 ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 2.3.2 Symbols Used Symbol / Label Meaning General hazard symbol Risk of crushing Warning of cut injuries Magnetic field Prohibition sign for heart pacemakers, defibrillators, and other active implants DANGER Dangerous situation Failure to observe can lead to death or serious injury. ►...

  • Page 7: Downloading Manuals

    (p. 32). Downloading Manuals 1. Open the website www.pi.ws. 2. Search the website for the product number (e.g., P-882) or the product family (e.g., PICMA® bender). 3. Click the corresponding product to open the product detail page.

  • Page 8: Safety

    ► Always keep this user manual together with the V-408. The latest versions of the user manuals can be downloaded (p. 7) at www.pi.ws. ► Add all information from the manufacturer such as supplements or technical notes to the user manual.

  • Page 9: Product Description

    4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Product Description Product Labeling Figure 1: Product label on the V-408 1. Type plate 2. Warning symbol: Magnetic field 3. Prohibition sign for heart pacemakers, defibrillators, and other active implants 4. Symbol for the protective earth conductor 5.

  • Page 10: V-408 Product View

    4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Product number Description V-408.132020 Positioner according to order V408B9900 Mounting hardware for the V-408, consisting ■ 2 dowel pins, ISO 2338, 3 h8 × 8 ■ 4 socket head screws, ISO 4762 M2.5×8 For securing extension cables: ■...

  • Page 11: Drive Connector

    4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Drive A 3-phase magnetic motor drives the V-408. The motor transfers the drive force to the platform directly and free of friction. Reference switch The reference switch is a sensor whose fixed position serves as the reference point for incremental sensor signals.

  • Page 12: Optional Accessories

    4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Optional Accessories Product number Description V-500.AP1 Adapter for mounting the positioner onto an optical table. Ma- terial: Aluminum alloy, anodized; mass: 464 g. V-408.AP1 Adapter for setting up an XY system when the upper position- er is a V-408.232020.

  • Page 13: Unpacking

    2. Compare the contents with the scope of delivery according to the contract and the delivery note. If any of the parts are wrong or are missing, contact PI immediately. 3. Inspect the contents for signs of damage. If there is any sign of damage, contact PI immediately.

  • Page 14: Installation

    6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Installation Mounting the V-408 The V-408 can be mounted onto a surface or an optical table via the V-500.AP1 adapter. The V-408 can be mounted onto a surface from below or from above. Overview Figure 5: Holes for mounting onto a surface or onto the V-500.AP1 adapter The arrows point to the following holes in the underneath of the V-408: Locating holes Ø...
  • Page 15 6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 You have accounted for the space required to route cables according to regulations and ✓ without bending them. DANGER Strong magnetic fields affect heart pacemakers! The V-408 contains permanent magnets that could impair the function of heart pacemakers and electronic implants.

  • Page 16: Mounting The V-408 With Adapter Onto The Optical Table

    6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 NOTICE Damage due to collisions! Collisions can damage the V-408, the load to be moved, and the surroundings. ► Make sure that no collisions are possible between the V-408, the load to be moved, and the surroundings in the motion range of the V-408.

  • Page 17: Connecting The V-408 To The Protective Earth Conductor

    6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 You have accounted for the space required to route cables without bending and ✓ according to regulations. Mounting the V-408 with Adapter onto the Optical Table 1. Mount the adapter on the optical table: a) Align the adapter on the optical table. Use the locating holes and locating pins provided for aligning.

  • Page 18: Building A Multi-Axis System

    6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 3. Tighten the screw with a torque of 1.2 Nm to 1.5 Nm. 4. Make sure that the contact resistance is <0.1 Ω at 25 A at all connection points relevant for attaching the protective earth conductor. Building a Multi-Axis System The V-408.132020 can be used in XY systems.
  • Page 19 6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Figure 7: Example of a V-408.232020 on a V-408.232020 1. 4 M2.5×10 screws 2. Upper positioner 3. 2 3h8×12 locating pins 4. 4 M2.5×10 screws 5. V-408.AP1 adapter 6. Lower positioner "Dimensions" (p. 35) for the exact position of the mounting holes. Tools and Accessories If the upper positioner is a V-408.132020: ■...

  • Page 20: Setting Up A Multi-Axis System Without Adapter

    6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 NOTICE Impermissibly high load on the positioners! In a multi-axis system, the stage used for the upper axis must also be moved. Impermissibly high loads impair the motion and can damage the positioners. ► Pay attention to the maximum permissible forces (p.

  • Page 21: Mounting The Load Onto The V-408

    6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Optional: For aligning, use the two locating pins and the locating holes provided, see the figure above. b) Mount the adapter onto the lower positioner with four M2.5×10 screws. ■ Maximum torque: 0.6 Nm c) Check that the adapter is fixed firmly. 2.
  • Page 22 6 INSTALLATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Locating holes Ø 3mm H7, depth 3 mm Black arrows (aligning): White arrows (mounting): Threaded holes M2.5, depth 9 mm Gray arrows (mounting): Threaded holes M3, depth 6 mm Tools and Accessories ■ At least 3 screws with suitable dimensions ■...

  • Page 23: Connecting The V-408

    Connecting unsuitable electronics or a wrong cable can damage the V-408 or the electronics. ► Make sure that the electronics support the drive type of the V-408 and are configured accordingly. ► Use cables from PI miCos only to connect the V-408 to the electronics. ► Pay attention to correct pin assignment (p.

  • Page 24: Startup / Operation

    Calculating the nominal current 1. Calculate the nominal current according to the ambient temperature as follows: Starting and Operating the V-408 Tools and Accessories Electronics from PI (p. 11) ■ Requirements You have read and understood the general safety instructions (p.
  • Page 25 7 STARTUP / OPERATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 NOTICE Overheating caused by unfavorable nominal current specified nominal current (p. 33) applies when operating at room temperature. The nominal current needed for operating the V-408 must be adjusted when the ambient temperature rises. Otherwise the V-408 could be damaged by overheating. ►...
  • Page 26 7 STARTUP / OPERATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 NOTICE Damage due to collisions! Collisions can damage the V-408, the load to be moved, and the surroundings. ► Stop the motion immediately if a controller malfunction occurs. ► If possible, adapt the travel range limits of your mechanical system in the software that you use for commanding the motion.
  • Page 27 1. Start the electronics (refer to the user manual for the electronics). 2. Configure the electronics for the V-408 during startup: ■ If you are using a digital controller from PI: In the PC software, select the entry in the positioner database that matches the V-408.132020 exactly.

  • Page 28: Maintenance

    8 MAINTENANCE V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Maintenance NOTICE Damage due to improper maintenance! Improper maintenance could lead to misalignment and failure of the V-408. ► Loosen screws only according to the instructions in this manual or the instructions of our customer service department (p. 32).

  • Page 29: Moving The Motion Platform By Hand

    8 MAINTENANCE V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Moving the Motion Platform by Hand It may be necessary to move the motion platform by hand ■ to allow access to the mounting holes in the V-408's base body for the screws ■ to move the motion platform away from the mechanical hard stop and make the V-408 operational again.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    9 TROUBLESHOOTING V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Troubleshooting The V-408 does not move, no operating noise can be heard Defective electronics ► Check the electronics. Electronics not connected correctly ► Check all connecting cables (p. 23). ► Reduce the acceleration and velocity. Excessive load ►...

  • Page 31: Transportation

    10 TRANSPORTATION V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Transportation 10.1 Attaching the Transport Safeguard Tools and Accessories ■ Transport safeguard, including 2 M2×5 screws (p. 13) ■ Hex key AF 1.5 NOTICE Mechanical overload due to incorrect handling An impermissible mechanical load on the V-408 due to transportation without a transport safeguard can damage the V-408's motion platform and also lead to loss of accuracy.

  • Page 32: Customer Service Department

    V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Customer Service Department For enquiries and orders, contact your PI miCos representative or send us an email. If you have any questions concerning your system, provide the following information: ■ Product and serial numbers of all products in the system ■...

  • Page 33: Technical Data

    12 TECHNICAL DATA V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Technical Data 12.1 Specifications V-408.132020 Unit Tolerance Motion and positioning Active axes Travel range Integrated sensor Incremental linear encod- Sensor signal periods μm Sensor resolution 10 * Typ. Minimum incremental motion Typ. Bidirectional repeatability ±0.1 μm Typ.

  • Page 34: Maximum Ratings

    12 TECHNICAL DATA V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 V-408.132020 Unit Tolerance Inductance phase-phase 1.94 Typ. Back EMF phase-phase 2.81 V s/m Max. Pole pitch N-N Miscellaneous Operating temperature range 10 to 50 °C Humidity 20 – 90% rel., not con- densing Material Aluminum, black anodized Motor connector HD D-sub 26 (m)

  • Page 35: V-408.132020 Dimensions

    12 TECHNICAL DATA V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 12.4 V-408.132020 Dimensions Figure 10: Dimensions of the V-408.132020 1. Grounding stud 2. Transport safeguard Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the drawings. M O T I O N | P O S I T I O N I N G...

  • Page 36: 12.4.1 V-500.Ap1 And V-408.Ap1 Dimensions

    12 TECHNICAL DATA V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 12.4.1 V-500.AP1 and V-408.AP1 Dimensions Figure 11: V-500.AP1 Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the drawings. M O T I O N | P O S I T I O N I N G...
  • Page 37 12 TECHNICAL DATA V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Figure 12: V-408.AP1 Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by a comma in the drawings. M O T I O N | P O S I T I O N I N G...

  • Page 38: Old Equipment Disposal

    In order to fulfil the responsibility as the product manufacturer, PI miCos undertakes environmentally correct disposal of all PI miCos equipment free of charge, if it was made available to the market after August 13, 2005. Any old PI miCos equipment can be sent free of charge to the following address:...

  • Page 39: Appendix

    14 APPENDIX V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Appendix 14.1 Pin Assignment 14.1.1 Drive Connection Figure 13: HD D-Sub 26 (m) Signal Function Phase 1 Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 3 7 - 26 Not connected Housing Ground M O T I O N | P O S I T I O N I N G...

  • Page 40: 14.1.2 Encoder Connector

    14 APPENDIX V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 14.1.2 Encoder Connector Figure 14: D-sub 15 (f) Signal Function Vcc 5 V Input: Power supply AGND Encoder Ground SIN+ Encoder sine+ SIN- Encoder sine- Not connected COS+ Encoder cosine+ COS- Encoder cosine- N-Limit Output: Limit switch negative Not connected REF+ Output: Reference switch, positive...

  • Page 41: Limit Switch Specifications

    14 APPENDIX V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Figure 15: Reference signal of the V-408 14.3 Limit Switch Specifications Type Magnetic sensor (Hall effect) Supply voltage +5 V Signal output 0 V / +5 V (TTL level) Signal logic The signal level changes when passing the limit switch. The signal logic is active high.
  • Page 42 14 APPENDIX V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 Figure 16: Example V-408.132020; V-408 at the positive limit switch, i.e., the signal to pin 15 of the encoder connector (PLIM) is high Figure 17: Example for V-408.132020; V-408 at the negative limit switch, i.e., the signal to pin 8 of the encoder connector (NLIM) is high M O T I O N | P O S I T I O N I N G...

  • Page 43: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    15 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY V408M0001EN ‒ 2/17/2020 EU Declaration of Conformity An EU Declaration of Conformity was issued for the V-408.132020 in accordance with the following European directives: ■ EMC Directive ■ RoHS Directive The applied standards certifying the conformity are listed below. ■...
  • Page 44 Each limit switch sends its signal to the controller on a dedicated line. The controller then interrupts the motion avoiding that the positioner moves until the hard stop and gets damaged. PI positioners have mechanical, noncontact optical or Hall-effect limit switches. Linear Encoder The linear encoder is an incremental sensor for detecting changes in position.

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