ECO225SL Series Mechanical Bearing, Ball-Screw Stage HARDWARE MANUAL Revision 2.00...
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ECO225SL Hardware Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents ECO225SL Series Mechanical Bearing, Ball-Screw Stage Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables Safety Procedures and Warnings EU Declaration of Incorporation Chapter 1: Overview 1.1. Environmental Specifications 1.2. Accuracy and Temperature Effects 1.3.
Attach the Coupling Adapter to the Motor Shaft Figure 4-5: Attach the Motor the Stage Figure 4-6: Tighten the Shaft Coupling to the Drive Screw Figure 4-7: Foldback Motor Cover Removal Figure 4-8: Foldback Motor Part Callouts Figure 4-9: Lubricate the Pulley Flanges www.aerotech.com...
List of Tables Table 1-1: Model Numbers and Ordering Options Table 1-2: Environmental Specifications Table 1-3: ECO225SL Series Specifications (-0100 to -0300) Table 1-4: ECO225SL Series Specifications (-0400 to -0800) Table 2-1: Stage Mounting Surface Flatness Requirement Table 2-2: Stage to Mounting Surface Hardware...
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To find the newest information about this product, refer to www.aerotech.com. If you do not understand the information in this manual, contact Aerotech Global Technical Support. IMPORTANT: This product has been designed for light industrial manufacturing or laboratory environments.
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DANGER: System travel can cause crush, shear, or pinch injuries. Restrict access to all motor and stage parts while your system is connected to a power source. Do not put yourself in the travel path of machinery. Motors are capable of very high speeds and acceleration rates. www.aerotech.com...
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Use it to shut down the drive if the motor overheats. Make sure that the product is securely mounted before you operate it. Use care when you move the ECO225SL or you could negatively affect the performance of it. WARNING: Securely mount and position all system cables. www.aerotech.com...
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ECO225SL Hardware Manual EU Declaration of Incorporation EU Declaration of Incorporation Manufacturer Aerotech, Inc. 101 Zeta Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2811 herewith declares that the product: ECO225SL Linear Stage is intended to be incorporated into machinery to constitute machinery covered by the Directive 2006/42/EC as amended;...
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Foldback Kit for 0.500 Inch Diameter Shaft NEMA 34 Motor Motor Orientation (Optional) Bottom cable exit (optional orientation) Left side cable exit (standard orientation) Top cable exit (optional orientation) Right side cable exit (optional orientation) Right side foldback (standard orientation) Left side foldback (optional orientation) www.aerotech.com...
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XZ or YZ assembly with L-bracket; 5 arc second orthogonality; alignment to within 5 µm ALIGN-PA5Z orthogonality for short travel stages Right angle L-bracket for 100 mm, 150 mm, and 200 mm travels only; HDZ225 NOTE: Requires a tabletop when mounting to an ECO series stage www.aerotech.com...
1.2. Accuracy and Temperature Effects The accuracy specification of ECO225SL series stages is measured 25 mm above the table with the stage in an unloaded condition. The stage is assumed to be fully supported by a mounting surface meeting or exceeding the specification in Section 2.3.
6. Specifications are for single-axis systems measured 25 mm above the tabletop; performance of multi-axis system is payload and workpoint dependent. Consult the Aerotech factory for multi-axis or non-standard applications. 7. Specifications listed are non-foldback kit options. Contact the factory for specifications when a foldback kit (-FBx) is used.
6. Specifications are for single-axis systems measured 25 mm above the tabletop; performance of multi-axis system is payload and workpoint dependent. Consult the Aerotech factory for multi-axis or non-standard applications. 7. Specifications listed are non-foldback kit options. Contact the factory for specifications when a foldback kit (-FBx) is used.
Teflon cables. Aerotech recommends that customers bake out vacuum systems when first installing them in the vacuum chamber. Contact Aerotech to discuss your application and the recommended bakeout procedure.
Before you operate the stage, let it stabilize at room temperature for at least 12 hours. This will ensure that all of the alignments, preloads, and tolerances are the same as they were when they were tested at Aerotech. Each stage has a label listing the system part number and serial number. These numbers contain information necessary for maintenance or system hardware and software updates.
(see Figure 2-1). If the stage is part of a multi-axis system, the lifting hardware should be attached to the lower axis. The lifting hardware must be removed before the stage can be operated. Figure 2-1: Lifting Features www.aerotech.com...
Refer to Section 2.2. for mounting locations and dimensions. Table 2-2: Stage to Mounting Surface Hardware Mounting Hardware Typical Screw Torque M6 x 25 mm (or 1/4" x 1") SHCS with flat washers 7 N·m [5 ft·lb] www.aerotech.com...
If you start the ECO225SL without a payload, the servo gains provided by Aerotech with the shipment may not be appropriate and servo instability can occur. Refer to the controller help file for tuning assistance.
ECO225SL Hardware Manual 2.4. Attaching the Payload to the Stage The approximate amount of torque required to turn the ball screw of ECO225SL series stages can be found from Figure 2-8 or the following equation: (AxialLoad) (LeadofScrew) Torque π (Efficiency)
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Electrical installation requirements will depend on the ordered product options. Installation instructions in this section are for Aerotech stages equipped with standard Aerotech motors intended for use with an Aerotech motion control system. Contact Aerotech for further information on products that are otherwise configured.
Stages equipped with standard motors and encoders come from the factory completely wired and assembled. IMPORTANT: Refer to the other documentation accompanying your Aerotech equipment. Call your Aerotech representative if there are any questions on system configuration. IMPORTANT: If using standard Aerotech motors and cables, motor and encoder connection adjustments are not required.
Motor Phase C Frame Ground (motor protective ground) Backshell Motor Cable Shield P/N: MS3101A18-10P Table 3-2: Mating Connector Part Numbers for the Brushless Motor Connector Mating Connector Aerotech P/N Third Party P/N Plug MCM00475 Amphenol MS3106A18 Insert MCM00495 Amphenol 9718-10S...
ECO225SL Hardware Manual 3.2. Motor and Feedback Wiring 3.2. Motor and Feedback Wiring Shielded cables are required for the motor and feedback connections. Figure 3-1: Brushless Motor and Feedback Wiring [-M1 through -M8 Options] www.aerotech.com...
Note: If the ECO225SL 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. Table 3-15: Brake Specifications Specification Supply Voltage 24 VDC Supply Current (typical) 250 mA (current required to release the brake and allow motion) 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 ;...
3.4. Limits, Marker, and Machine Direction 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 Section 3.2.).
3.5. Motor and Feedback Phasing ECO225SL Hardware Manual 3.5. Motor and Feedback Phasing Motor phase voltage is measured relative to the virtual wye common point. Figure 3-4: Hall Phasing Diagram www.aerotech.com...
Visually inspect the stage and cables. Re-tighten loose connectors. Replace or repair damaged cables. Clean the ECO225SL and any components and cables as needed. Repair any damage before operating the ECO225SL. Inspect and perform an operational check on all safeguards and protective devices. www.aerotech.com...
5. We recommend that you do not disassemble the stage beyond the instructions given in this manual. Proper assembly and calibration can only be done at the factory. Contact Aerotech for more information. For stages equipped with foldback motors, you should check the belt tension when you clean or lubricate the stage.
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7. Clean the linear bearing guides with a clean, lint-free cloth or swab. 8. Apply a thin, continuous film of lubricant to the ball-screw threads and linear bearing guides. Aerotech recommends that you use a good quality, natural bristle artist's brush.
4-3). Loctite products are printed with an expiration date. Before use, be sure that the expiration date is legible and the product has not expired. If your stage is used in a vacuum or cleanroom environment, contact Aerotech. Figure 4-3:...
6. Attach the Motor to the Stage in the correct orientation (Figure 4-5). Use a hex wrench to ensure that the motor flange is fully seated and the hardware is tight. The motor housing prevents the use of a torque wrench. Figure 4-5: Attach the Motor the Stage www.aerotech.com...
Tighten the Shaft Coupling to the Drive Screw 8. Rotate the drive screw by hand to ensure that the drive screw rotates freely. IMPORTANT: You must reapply Loctite to the mounting hardware if the Motor or Shaft Coupling screws are removed, adjusted, loosened, or replaced. www.aerotech.com...
11. Check the pulley flanges for lubrication. 12. Add small amounts of Parker Super O-Lube lubricant around the circumference of both pulley flanges (Figure 4-9). 13. Replace the foldback cover and mounting screws. 14. Restore power to the stage and resume normal use. www.aerotech.com...
4.4. Belt Adjustment ECO225SL Hardware Manual Figure 4-7: Foldback Motor Cover Removal IMPORTANT: If the stage has been calibrated (-PL2 option), note the orientation of the two pulleys with regard to each other or recalibration might be required. www.aerotech.com...
Chapter 3: Electrical Installation and Controller documentation). Stage moves uncontrollably Motor Connections (refer to Chapter 3: Electrical Installation and the Controller documentation). Gains misadjusted (refer to the Controller documentation). Stage oscillates or squeals Encoder signals (refer to the Controller documentation). www.aerotech.com...
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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:...
24-25 Cleaning securing stage cleaning solvent MS3101A18-10P MS3102R20-29P multiaxis combinations Dimensions Directive 2006/42/EC part number Possible Cause Electrical Installation Protection Rating EN 60204-1 2010 protective ground connection EN ISO 12100 2010 Encoder Specifications EU 2015/863 Rotary Encoder Specifications eyebolts www.aerotech.com...
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Thermistor Specifications stabilizing stage stage distortion stabilizing standoffs Symptom Table of Contents Temperature Effects thermal expansion coefficient Thermistor Specifications torque Troubleshooting Unpacking and Handling the Stage vacuum guidelines vacuum lubricant (Braycote 602EF) Vacuum Operation Vibration Warnings Warranty and Field Service www.aerotech.com...