Installation; Interface Plates - Novanta ATI Axia80 Manual

Manual, F/T Sensor, Axia80
Document #9620-05-B-Axia80-02

3. Installation

WARNING: Performing maintenance or repair on the sensor when circuits (for example:
power, water, and air) are energized could result in death or serious injury. Discharge and
verify all energized circuits are de-energized in accordance with the customer's safety
practices and policies.
CAUTION: Using fasteners that exceed the customer interface depth penetrates the body of
the sensor, damages the electronics, and voids the warranty. For more information, refer to
the customer drawings.
CAUTION: Thread locker applied to fasteners must not be used more than once. Fasteners
might become loose and cause equipment damage. Always apply new thread locker when
reusing fasteners.
CAUTION: Avoid damage to the sensor from electrostatic discharge. Ensure proper
grounding procedures are followed when handling the sensor or cables connected to the
sensor. Failure to follow proper grounding procedures could damage the sensor.
CAUTION: Do not apply excessive force to the sensor and cable connector during
installation, or damage will occur to the connectors. Align the keyway on the sensor and cable
connector during installation to avoid applying excessive force to the connectors.

3.1 Interface Plates

The sensor's mounting side attaches to a surface like the robot arm, and the sensor's tool side attaches to the
customer tooling. ATI can supply robot mounting kits that include a mounting interface plate and fasteners;
for more information, contact ATI (refer to
plates, refer to the following design guidelines and the
CAUTION: Incorrect installation of interface plates can prevent the F/T sensor from
functioning properly.
Pinnacle Park • 1031 Goodworth Drive • Apex, NC 27539 • Tel:+1 919.772.0115 • Fax:+1 919.772.8259 •
Keyway on the
cable connector.
page B-2). If the customer chooses to supply their own interface
ATI Axia sensor customer
B-11
Keyway on the
sensor connector.
drawing.
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