Protected Model - Epson ES Series Manipulator Manual

Part 1: Setup & Operation

12. Protected Model

The protected models for the ES / EL series include shielding on the manipulator
specifically for use in a dusty, wet or oily environment. The degree of the protective
shielding is equivalent to IP65.
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The specified grade of protection shielding: IP65 (IEC 144).
IP 6 5
This digit ("5") stands for the degree of protection from water. The "5"
indicates that it would not be gravely affected when directly hit by a jet
stream of water from any direction. However, this may not apply if the
jet stream is a substance other than water.
manipulator is hit by oil or detergent, the degree of protection may
deteriorate. Please note that this degree of protection is tested using the
specified testing procedure. Depending on the pressure of an actual jet
stream, the protection may be more or less effective than defined.
This digit ("6") stands for the degree of protection for human body or
solid matter. The "6" indicates that it would not allow entrance of dust
inside.
This chapter describes the differences between standard and protected models for the ES /
EL Series. The parentheses ( ) after each title show the relevant section for the ES / EL
Series standard model that should be referred to.
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12. Protected Model
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