Summary of Contents for Industrial Devices Corporation N2 Series
- Page 1 INDUSTRIAL N2 Series DEVICES CORPORATION Electric Cylinders User’s Manual P/N CUS10048 Rev. 1.01...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW........................1 N2 S ..................1 ERIES EATURES AND PECIFICATIONS ) ................2 LECTRIC YLINDER ONSTRUCTION YPICAL ............... 3 YLINDER UMBERS DENTIFYING A YLINDER ....................5 YLINDER ONFIGURATION UIDE 2. MOUNTING YOUR N2 CYLINDER ....................6 ....................... - Page 4 Blank page inserted as placeholder - Do not print...
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Page 5: Product Overview
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 1. Product Overview Industrial Devices Corporation’s N2 Series Electric Cylinders are designed for use in a wide variety of industrial, scientific, and commercial applications requiring precise control of linear thrust, speed, or position. This manual will help you install, operate, and maintain your N2 Series Cylinder. -
Page 6: Electric Cylinder Construction (Typical)
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Electric Cylinder Construction (Typical) This cylinder cross-section, with motor attached, is provided to illustrate the typical components of an IDC electric cylinder. Refer to Section 7, Parts List and Exploded Parts Diagrams, for more detailed information on the N2 cylinder. -
Page 7: Cylinder Part Numbers - Identifying A Cylinder
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Cylinder Part Numbers - Identifying a Cylinder Your new N2 cylinder will arrive with an IDC factory label attached as shown below. The factory label provides a detailed breakdown of the cylinder model with all of its mechanical characteristics. This section can be used to: 1) identify a cylinder’s mechanical characteristics based on the factory label, or 2) order a new N2 cylinder with different mechanical characteristics. - Page 8 N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Cylinder Configuration Guide 24VDC, 4.5 Amp, Permanent Magnet Motor *Insert one of the following for x : Motor Type 160VDC, 2 Amp, Permanent Magnet Motor N = 8 leads (windings can be wired in P22[* x ] NEMA 23 Frame, Step Motor, 3 Stack Series or Parallel)
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Page 9: Cylinder Configuration Guide
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Cylinder Configuration Guide Clevis (includes MT1) Rod Ends Female Eye (includes FT1) Spherical Joint (includes FT1) FT1* Female Thread MT1* Male Thread *Add M suffix for metric version (e.g. FT1M, MT1M, etc.) Note: Rod-End dimensions can be found in the latest IDC Catalog Brake on Motor Cylinder Brake on Leadscrew... -
Page 10: Mounting Your N2 Cylinder
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 2. Mounting Your N2 Cylinder Warning! Ensure that power to the electric cylinder is OFF before attempting any installa- tion, adjustment, or modification to the cylinder mounting, rod end attachment, or the load. Mounting Requirements The structure on which the cylinder is mounted must be capable of holding three times (3X) the cylinder load and be rigid enough to prevent undue deflection or distortion of the cylinder or its supporting members. -
Page 11: Attaching The Load To The Rod End
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Attaching the Load to the Rod End Warning! Do Not Exceed the Maximum Torque Limits on the Thrust Tube when attaching the load to the rod end. Failure to heed this warning could cause irreparable damage to the internal guide flange. -
Page 12: Aligning The Actuator With The Load
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Aligning the Actuator to the Load Load-travel alignment is critical for the prevention of binding and premature wear of internal components. The following alignment procedures and specifications have been developed for users who demand the highest level of precision and longest life from their IDC electric cylinders. -
Page 13: Installing Position Sensors For Overtravel Protection
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Installing Position Sensors for Overtravel Protection Although an “elastomeric spring” inside the actuator is designed to prevent actuator jams, position sensors (aka limit switches) are required to prevent such potentially damaging jam conditions. If the motor is accidentally commanded to move toward a hard-stop, position sensors can signal a stop before a collision occurs. -
Page 14: Position Sensor Dimensions And Mounting Locations
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Position Sensor Dimensions and Mounting Locations The illustrations below show sensor mounting locations when cylinder magnet and sensor are physically aligned. These locations are recommended as a starting point when setting up a cylinder for the first time. Depending on the speed and payload of the application, sensors may be moved inward to prevent hard-stop crash when the load travels at full speed past a limit switch. -
Page 15: Application Considerations
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 3. Application Considerations Certain conditions can limit cylinder performance and should be addressed prior to installation and operation. Adherence to the following application guidelines will ensure a successful application. Maximum Thrust Load Exceeding the maximum thrust load will cause the leadscrew to buckle and become permanently damaged. Maximum Thrust Load for all configurations of N2 cylinders is 600 lbs [2670 N] Thrust Load Critical Speed... -
Page 16: Duty Cycle Limits
-20° to 105°F [-29° to 41°C] Preventing Exposure to Contaminants Liquids: Standard N2 Series Cylinders are not water (nor any liquid) resistant. If liquid or moisture contaminates internal components, damage may occur. A Water Resistant option (-W) is available for environments with a slight mist on the cylinder body but not on the thrust tube. -
Page 17: Optional Equipment - Specifications, Dimensions, And Wiring
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 4. Optional Equipment - Specifications, Dimensions, and Wiring Brake on Leadscrew Option (-BS24, -BS115, -BS230) This brake option provides a spring-set, electrically-released friction brake mounted to an extension of the leadscrew. It prevents backdriving when the unit is at rest, or in case of power failure. Without power, the brake is engaged. -
Page 18: Brake On Motor Option (-Bm24, -Bm115, -Bm230)
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Brake on Motor Option (-BM24, -BM115, -BM230) The motor shaft-mounted brake can be an advantage because brake torque is multiplied by the belt or gear reduction and does not interfere with certain rear cylinder-mounting options. A broken drive belt will render the motor-mounted brake inoperable. -
Page 19: Encoder Option (-Emk/-Em)
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Encoder Option (-EMK/-EM) The encoder option for the N2 cylinder provides an incremental rotary encoder, factory-mounted directly to the rear of the D, H, P22, and S32 IDC motors. The -EMK encoder is an industry-standard, 1000-line version, while the -EM encoder is a reverse-compatible 500-line version. -
Page 20: Linear Potentiometer Option (-L)
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Linear Potentiometer Option (-L) The Linear Potentiometer resides within the cylinder housing and is energized by an external DC power supply. The potentiometer wiper moves in conjunction with the cylinder thrust tube providing an analog voltage feedback signal which is proportional to the linear displacement. -
Page 21: Factory Service And Routine Field Maintenance
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 5. Factory Service and Routine Field Maintenance While we recommend factory service in most cases, we recognize that it may occasionally be necessary to perform minor repairs or maintenance in the field. Such cases include replacing worn or broken components (i.e. belts, rod ends, or mounting hardware) and lubrication of leadscrew or gears as required in extreme applications. -
Page 22: Routine Maintenance Procedures
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Routine Maintenance Procedures Routine maintenance procedures are provided in the remainder of this section. Order parts and supplies from your local IDC Distributor. Prevent Injury to Personnel Do not attempt to perform any routine maintenance procedure while power is connected to the motor/ cylinder. -
Page 23: Installing A Pulley, Pinion, Or Coupling
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Installing a Pulley, Pinion, or Coupling Refer to the appropriate illustration and/or .480" Pulley Spacing table for your pulley, pinion, or coupling. 1. Clean the motor shaft and bore free of any Pulley spacing (.480'') must be measured grease. -
Page 24: Lubricating The Leadscrew
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Lubricating the Leadscrew Note: Do not attempt to lubricate the leadscrew of a cylinder with the -L (Linear Potentiometer) Option. This procedure must be done at the factory. Recommended Lubricants Type of Leadscrew Type of Lubricant Ballscrews With 2B and 5B Screws NLGI Grade 2, Synthetic Base Lithium Grease Acme Screws with Bronze Acme Nut (5A and 8A... -
Page 25: Checking/Adjusting Drive Belt Tension
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Checking/Adjusting Drive Belt Tension Remove upper and lower cover plates. For cover plate removal, refer to steps 1 and 2 in “Lubricating the Leadscrew” on the previous page. Using finger pressure, push the drive belt inward. The belt should not deflect more than 1/8 inch from a stationary centerline. -
Page 26: Lubricating Gears
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Lubricating Gears Recommended Lubricant: NLGI Grade 2, Synthetic Base Lithium Complex EP Grease Remove upper cover plate by removing two mounting-screws (8/32 Phillips) securing cover plate to housing. Note: Cylinder with -BS (Brake on Leadscrew) option requires removal of the top cover plate only. If your cylinder has the -BS option, proceed to step 3. -
Page 27: Aligning Motor Pinion
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Aligning Motor Pinion Ensure power to the motor is OFF. Remove upper and lower cover plates for inspection. For cover plate removal, refer to steps 1 and 2 in “Lubricating Gears” on the previous page. Reinstall lower cover plate. Aligning Motor Pinion on D, and H Motors (shown below) Loosen two (2) mounting/alignment bolts just enough to allow the motor to move. -
Page 28: Mounting A Customer Supplied Motor
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 6. Mounting a Customer Supplied Motor This procedure is provided for the user who will be mounting a non-IDC motor on an N2 Cylinder. For this procedure it is assumed that the N2 cylinder has been received without a motor. Remove upper cover plate from the gear housing by removing two mounting-screws (8/32 Phillips). -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 7. Troubleshooting This section offers assistance when troubleshooting basic cylinder problems related to mechanical operation. When troubleshooting cylinder problems, the cause may be related to the drive or motor used with the cylinder. Refer to your drive/control user’s manual for additional assistance on troubleshooting your system. The following categories are covered in this section: A. - Page 30 N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Category/Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Vibrates during motion Motor Unstable (servo gains, stepper Reduce motor gain for servo- resonance) motors. Increase step resolution for step motors. Cylinder being operated at critical Check critical speed limit. Reduce speed speed to less than critical speed.
- Page 31 N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Category/Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Not enough travel Position-Sensors reducing “actual” Adjust sensors to increase cylin- travel der travel without allowing cylinder to hit its internal hard-stop bumper. Cylinder option (e.g. -DB option) may Return cylinder to factory for mod- be limiting stroke.
- Page 32 N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Category/Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Stuck in fully extended or retracted Drive nut physically jammed into end Remove both rear covers and position of travel rotate the leadscrew, gear, pulley, or coupling until the leadscrew turns freely.
- Page 33 N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Category/Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Motor overheating Duty cycle too high Check duty cycle rating. Reduce duty cycle High ambient temperature Use an external fan to cool the motor Incorrect current setting on drive Check the control/drive user’s manual for correct current set- tings.
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Page 34: Parts List And Exploded Parts Diagrams
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual 8. Parts List and Exploded Parts Diagrams Parts can be ordered through your local IDC distributor. Kits include all essential parts and instructions. Item numbers below correspond with numbered items on the Exploded Parts Diagrams (see following pages). Reference # on Exploded Parts Description of Part... -
Page 35: Exploded Parts Diagram - Parallel Motor Mounting
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Exploded Parts Diagram - Parallel Motor Mounting Parallel Motor Mounting 2x 16 22 4x... -
Page 36: Exploded Parts Diagram - Parallel Motor Mounting
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Exploded Parts Diagram - Parallel Motor Mounting Parallel Motor Mounting 4x 28 31 2x 2x 26 2x 25 4x 35 33 2x 32 2x... -
Page 37: Exploded Parts Diagram - Inline Motor Mounting
N2 Electric Cylinder - User’s Manual Exploded Parts Diagram - Inline Motor Mounting Inline Motor Mounting 22 4x... -
Page 38: Exploded Parts Diagram - Inline Motor Mounting
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Page 39: Warranty And Service Coverage
9. Warranty and Service Coverage Industrial Devices Corporation warrants all N2 Cylinders to be free of defects in material & workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment to the user. Products returned prepaid to the factory will be repaired or replaced at our option at no charge, and returned prepaid to the user. - Page 40 Industrial Devices Corporation 3925 Cypress Drive Petaluma, CA USA 94954 TEL: (800) 747-0064 • FAX: (707) 789-0175 • OUTSIDE THE U.S. CALL (707) 789-1000 E-mail: info@idcmotion.com Web Site: www.idcmotion.com...