Setting Up A Multi-Axis System; General Information On Setting Up A Multi-Axis System - PI L-509 Series User Manual

5 Installation
Affixing the Load
1. Align the load so that the selected mounting holes in the motion platform can be used
to affix it.
If you use locating pins to align the load:
a) Insert the locating pins into the locating holes in the platform.
b) Place the load on the motion platform so that the locating pins are inserted into the
2. Use the screws (p. 55) to affix the load to the selected mounting holes in the platform.
3. Check that the load is affixed firmly to the platform of the stage.
5.5

Setting Up a Multi-Axis System

The L-509 can be used in multi-axis systems.
Typical combinations:
XY system (p. 26)

Z system (XZ or XYZ combination)

 For combination possibilities with other stages, contact our customer service
department (p. 45).
5.5.1

General Information on Setting Up a Multi-Axis System

NOTICE
Impermissibly high load on the stages!
In a multi-axis system, also the stage used for the Y and/or Z axis must be moved.
Impermissibly high loads interfere with the motion and can damage the stages.
 Include the masses of the moved stages and the mounting adapters (p. 12) in the
calculation of the load to be moved.
 For all stages in a multi-axis system: Do not exceed the maximum permissible load.
 When a stage is installed vertically, make sure that the installed load is lower than
the self-locking of the drive.
 Only install and operate the multiaxis system after you have read and understood the
user manuals of all components of the multiaxis system.
 If you need special mounting adapters, contact our customer service department (p.
45).
L-509 Stage
corresponding locating holes on the other side.
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