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This manual contains proprietary information and may not be reproduced, disclosed, or used in whole or in part without the express written permission of Aerotech, Inc. Product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
3.3. Motor and Feedback Specifications 3.4. Limits, Marker, and Machine Direction 3.5. Motor and Feedback Phasing Chapter 4: Maintenance 4.1. Service and Inspection Schedule 4.2. Cleaning and Lubrication 4.3. Troubleshooting Appendix A: Warranty and Field Service Appendix B: Revision History Index www.aerotech.com...
Read this manual in its entirety before installing, operating, or servicing this product. If you do not understand the information contained herein, contact an Aerotech representative before proceeding. Strictly adhere to the statements given in this section and other handling, use, and operational information given throughout the manual to avoid injury to you and damage to the equipment.
ATS100 Hardware Manual Table of Contents EU Declaration of Incorporation Manufacturer: Aerotech, Inc. 101 Zeta Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2811 herewith declares that the product: ATS100 Stage is intended to be incorporated into machinery to constitute machinery covered by the Directive 2006/42/EC as amended;...
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Overview Chapter 1: Overview N O T E : Aerotech continually improves its product offerings; listed options may be superseded at any time. All drawings and illustrations are for reference only and were complete and accurate as of this manual’s release. Refer to www.aerotech.com for the most up-to-date information.
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5 microns orthogonality for short travel stages. HDZ1 English right angle L-bracket (ATS100-050 and ATS100-100 only) HDZ1L English right angle L-bracket (ATS100-150 and ATS100-200 only) HDZ1M Metric right angle L-bracket (ATS100-050 and ATS100-100 only) HDZ1LM Metric right angle L-bracket (ATS100-150 and ATS100-200 only) Chapter 1 www.aerotech.com...
Indoor use only 1.2. Accuracy and Temperature Effects Aerotech products are designed for and built in a 20°C (68°F) environment. Extreme temperature changes could cause a decrease in performance or permanent damage to the ATS100. At a minimum, the environmental temperature must be controlled to within 0.25ºC per 24 hours to ensure the ATS100 specifications are repeatable over an extended period of time.
ATS100 Hardware Manual 1.3. Basic Specifications N O T E : Aerotech continually improves its product offerings; listed options may be superseded at any time. All drawings and illustrations are for reference only and were complete and accurate as of this manual’s release.
ATS100 Hardware Manual Overview 1.4. Vacuum Operation If the -HV option is ordered, Aerotech specially prepares the ATS100 for operation in high vacuum environments (up to 10 torr). This preparation involves special precautions during cleaning, assembly, and packaging to ensure optimal performance in vacuum applications.
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Allowing it to stabilize to room temperature will ensure that all of the alignments, preloads, and tolerances are the same as they were when tested at Aerotech. Use compressed nitrogen or clean, dry, oil-free air to remove any dust or debris that has collected during shipping.
ATS100 Hardware Manual 2.2. Dimensions N O T E : Aerotech continually improves its product offerings; listed options may be superseded at any time. All drawings and illustrations are for reference only and were complete and accurate as of this manual’s release.
ATS100 series stages have a fixed mounting pattern. To secure the stage to a mounting surface, manually move the stage table so that the access holes on the stage table are aligned with any two of the mounting...
3 and the documentation delivered with the stage. N O T E : If your ATS100 was purchased with Aerotech controls, it might have been tuned with a representative payload based on the information provided at the time of order. If the ATS100 is started up without a payload, the servo gains provided by Aerotech with the shipment may not be appropriate and servo instability can occur.
ATS100 Hardware Manual Mechanical Specifications and Installation Figure 2-4: Load Orientations Figure 2-5: Cantilevered Load Capabilities Load capacity and life expectancy are inversely related (that is, as loading increases, life expectancy will www.aerotech.com Chapter 2...
2-5, is approximately 13 pounds. The percentage ratio is: 10/13 × 100 = 3. Multiply the percentage ratio by the appropriate factor in the applied load coefficient table (Table 2-2). Table 2-2: Applied Load Coefficients Operating Conditions Factor Smooth operation (no shocks) Normal operating conditions Chapter 2 www.aerotech.com...
Be sure to consider dynamic loading when using the ATS100 series stage for high-speed applications. The approximate amount of torque required to turn the ball screw of an ATS100 series stage can be found from...
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W A R N I N G : Electrical installation must be performed by properly qualified personnel. Aerotech motion control systems are adjusted at the factory for optimum performance. When the ATS100 is part of a complete Aerotech motion control system, setup usually involves connecting the ATS100 to the appropriate drive chassis with the cables provided.
Stages equipped with standard motors and encoders come from the factory completely wired and assembled. N O T E : Refer to the other documentation accompanying your Aerotech equipment. Call your Aerotech representative if there are any questions on system configuration.
Motor Phase A Motor Phase B Motor Phase C Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Frame Ground (motor protective ground) Mating Connector Aerotech P/N Third Party P/N Backshell ECK00656 Amphenol #17E-1726-2 Sockets [QTY. 4] ECK00659 ITT Cannon #DM53744-6 Connector ECK00657 ITT Cannon #DBM9W4SA197 www.aerotech.com...
Signal indicating maximum travel produced by positive/CW stage direction Reserved Signal indicating stage maximum travel produced by negative/CCW stage direction Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Mating Connector Aerotech P/N 3rd Party P/N Connector ECK00340 DE09S064TLF Backshell ECK01021 Amphenol #17E-1724-2 Table 3-6:...
All motor and controller manufacturers have their own designations for motor phases A/B/C and Hall signals A/B/C (refer to Section 3.5. for motor phasing). Shielded cables are required for the motor and feedback connections. Figure 3-1: Motor and Feedback Wiring [BM/BMS Motor] Chapter 3 www.aerotech.com...
Note: If the ATS100 is driven beyond the electrical limit, it will encounter a mechanical stop. Impacting the mechanical stop could cause damage to the stage even at low speeds. Brake Specifications Supply Voltage 24 VDC Supply Current (typical) 250 mA (Current required to release the brake and allow motion.) Chapter 3 www.aerotech.com...
5. All performance and electrical specifications ±10% 6. Maximum winding temperature is 100 °C (thermistor trips at 100 °C) 7. Ambient operating temperature range 0 °C - 25 °C; consult Aerotech for performance in elevated ambient temperatures 8. All Aerotech amplifiers are rated A ;...
5. Torque constant and motor constant specified at stall 6. Maximum winding temperature is 130 °C 7. Ambient operating temperature range 0 °C - 25 °C; consult Aerotech for performance in elevated ambient temperatures 8. All Aerotech amplifiers are rated A ;...
ATS100 Hardware Manual 3.4. Limits, Marker, and Machine Direction Aerotech stages are configured to have positive and negative "machine" directions. The machine direction defines the phasing of the feedback and motor signals and is dictated by the stage wiring (refer to Section 3.5.
ATS100 Hardware Manual Electrical Specifications and Installation 3.5. Motor and Feedback Phasing Motor phase voltage is measured relative to the virtual wye common point. Figure 3-4: Hall Phasing www.aerotech.com Chapter 3...
Re-tighten loose connectors. Replace or repair damaged cables. Clean the ATS100 and any components and cables as needed. Repair any damage before operating the ATS100. Inspect and perform an operational check on all safeguards and protective devices. www.aerotech.com Chapter 4...
Cleaning If a solvent is necessary for cleaning the stage, Aerotech recommends using isopropyl alcohol. Harsher solvents, such as acetone, may damage the plastic and rubber seals on the ball screw and LMG trucks. If acetone is required, avoid contact the ball screw and bearing seals.
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9. Repeat steps 3 through 7 for any areas covered by the original table position. 10. Refasten the hardcover. Torque the hardcover screws to 36 - 42 in-lbs to ensure proper support. 11. Restore power to the stage, and drive the stage table back to its original position to redistribute lubricants. www.aerotech.com Chapter 4...
Chapter 3 and Controller Stage moves uncon- documentation). trollably Motor Connections (refer to Chapter 3 and the Controller documentation). Stage oscillates or Gains misadjusted (refer to the Controller documentation). squeals Encoder signals (refer to the Controller documentation). Chapter 4 www.aerotech.com...
Aerotech makes no warranty that its products are fit for the use or purpose to which they may be put by the buyer, whether or not such use or purpose has been disclosed to Aerotech in specifications or drawings previously or subsequently provided, or whether or not Aerotech’s...
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Aerotech's approval. On-site Warranty Repair If an Aerotech product cannot be made functional by telephone assistance or by sending and having the customer install replacement parts, and cannot be returned to the Aerotech service center for repair, and if Aerotech determines the problem could be warranty-related, then the following policy applies:...
ATS100 Hardware Manual Revision History Appendix B: Revision History Revision Description Dimension updates (Section 2.2.) 1.03.00 Motor wiring updates (Section 3.2.) Product update 1.02.00 General revision 1.01.00 Not available 1.00.00 New Manual www.aerotech.com Appendix B...
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Protection Rating protective ground connection EN 60204-1 2010 EN ISO 12100 2010 serial number Encoder Specifications shimming EU 2015/863 SM60-VT2 Solution Global Technical Support stabilizing stage grease stage distortion Hall-Effect Sensors Specifications stabilizing Humidity Support Symptom Inspection Schedule www.aerotech.com Index...
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Index ATS100 Hardware Manual Technical Support thermal expansion coefficient Thermistor Specifications vacuum vacuum guidelines Vibration Warranty and Field Service Index www.aerotech.com...
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