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MANUAL INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE EXTREME FORCE ROD-STYLE ACTUATOR 2171-4007_02_RSX_MA LINEAR SOLUTIONS MADE EASY LINEAR SOLUTIONS MADE EASY...
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Tolomatic reserves the right to change the design or operation of the equipment described herein and any associated motion products without notice. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, this situation may result in property damage or minor or moderate injury. PROHIBITED ACTION Indicates Prohibited Action MANDATORY ACTION Indicates Mandatory Action NOTE! Information that requires special attention is stated here. Tolomatic User Manual: RSX Extreme Force Electric Rod-Style Linear Actuator • 6 •...
The manufacturer takes no responsibility whatsoever if the equipment is modified or if the equipment is used in any way beyond performance specifications. Unauthorized modifications or changes to the equipment are strictly forbidden and void all warranties. Tolomatic User Manual: RSX Extreme Force Electric Rod-Style Linear Actuator • 7 •...
Personnel who enter the risk area must be authorized, trained and qualified for the different tasks inside the risk area. Tolomatic User Manual: RSX Extreme Force Electric Rod-Style Linear Actuator • 8 •...
Seal Cartridge Figure 2-1: RSX actuator with RP (Reverse Parallel) motor mount RSX series is a family of roller screw driven high force mechanical rod style linear actuators manufactured by Tolomatic Inc. to customer specified stroke length and mounting provisions for customer specified motor (gearhead) and are intended for use in general purpose industrial applications.
• Each of the RSX actuator models is available with a number of different mounting options: • Each of the RSX actuator models is available with a number of different rod end options: • Each of the RSX actuator models is available with a choice of positioning sensors (switches) •...
3: P R O D U C T C O N F I G U R A T I O N O V E R V I E W 3 .3 Motor (Gearhead) Mounting Options • Each of the RSX actuators is available in Reverse Parallel or Inline motor (gearhead) mounting configuration;...
3 .7 Extended Tie Rods All of the RSX actuator models are available with extended tie rods that could be used to mount the actuator to any wall with a set of through holes by protruding the tie rods into the holes and securing the actuator with 4 jam nuts from the other side.
Reverse Parallel or Inline motor mounting kits. 3 .9 Position Sensors All of the RSX actuator models are available with Reed, Solid State PNP or Solid State NPN position sensors with a choice of Normally Open or Normally Closed logic, and with “Quick Disconnect”...
4 .4 Lifting and Moving CAUTION! Special care must be taken when lifting and moving the RSX actuators. Depending on the size and configuration RSX actuators can represent heavy and awkward loads. Lifting equipment with appropriate capacity must be used, and safe hoisting practices must be employed.
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4: M E C H A N I C A L I N S T A L L A T I O N Special care must be taken when lifting and moving the RSX actuators. Depending on the size and configuration RSX actuators can represent heavy and awkward loads. Lifting equipment with appropriate capacity must be used, and safe hoisting practices must be employed.
4 .5 Motor Installation 4 .5 .1 Reverse Parallel Configuration When the motor (gearhead) is installed by the Customer at their facility, RSX actuator is shipped with 6 socket head cap screws holding the Reverse Parallel Cover “hand tight” and the motor (gearhead) fasteners and the timing pulley separate.
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2. The deflection force needs to be evenly applied across the entire belt width. Use a piece of steel or angle iron across the belt width and deflect the belt evenly. e. Tighten the motor fasteners to the following torque values: Tolomatic User Manual: RSX Extreme Force Electric Rod-Style Linear Actuator • 18 •...
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RSX096 RSX096P RSX128 Table 4-5 RSX reverse parallel cover fasteners torque requirements *If equipped with IP67 option verify that the gasket is installed between the motor (gearhead) and the plate, and the sealing washers are used on the motor fasteners.
4: M E C H A N I C A L I N S T A L L A T I O N 4 .5 .2 Inline Configuration When the motor (gearhead) is installed by the Customer at their facility, RSX actuator is shipped with the motor (gearhead) fasteners and the coupling half separate.
4 .6 .3 Mounting Plates RSX series actuators may be mounted to a surface parallel to the line of motion using mounting plates located under the bearing block and the front head of the actuator (Option MP2). Each of the two mounting plates is secured with 4 fasteners (not included) tightened to the torque values given below.
Tolomatic RSX Product Brochure 2171-4001 for dimensional drawings. Side View Top View RP HOUSING RP HOUSING Figure 4-9 RSX rear clevis mount option on reverse parallel motor mount actuator CLEVIS PIN CLEVIS PIN MODEL DIAMETER, mm TOLERANCE, μm DIAMETER, in...
Table 4-13 RSX pilot holes diameter and tolerance 4 .6 .6 Rod End Standard RSX actuators’ Rod Ends have a male metric mounting thread. Optional Rod Ends with imperial threads are available (Option SR1). Please see Tolomatic RSX Product Brochure 2171-4001 for dimensional drawings.
0/-.0018 Table 4-16 RSX rod clevis width and tolerance Unless requested RSX actuators are shipped with Rod Clevis Nut hand tight on the rod end thread to allow for the onsite alignment of the rod clevis. The recommended tightening torque values when securing the Rod Clevis Nut are given below.
5 .1 Back Driving WARNING! RSX actuators are equipped with roller screws that are not self-braking and will not hold position under load. When there is no current/torque input to the drive motor, the screw will rotate and the thrust rod can move freely. A motor brake option should be used if the motion system/axis requires...
Remove the Rod Clevis and the Jam Nut (if so equipped); d. Remove Front Flange (if so equipped); Figure 6-1 RSX seal cartridge exploded view e. Remove any debris/contamination from around the Seal Cartridge f. Remove the Seal Cartridge fasteners and sealing washers g.
Roller Screw Lubrication requirements depend on the motion cycle (velocity, force and frequency of operation), type of application, ambient temperature, environmental and other factors. In general purpose applications to maximize service life Tolomatic recommends to re-lubricate the actuator at least every 1,000,000 cycles or once every year whichever comes first. For more demanding applications such as pressing, high frequency motion or other cases where the roller screw is highly stressed, the re-lubrication interval will need to be more frequent.
Please return to Tolomatic for this maintenance. • Storage temperature range -25°C to +60°C (-13°F to 140°F). 6 .4 Replacement Parts & Repairs Tolomatic recommends returning the RSX for most repairs. Contact Tolomatic for RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) instructions. For additional information:...
For performance data and specifications please refer to the Tolomatic RSX Product Brochure 2171-4001 A .1 .4: Roller Screw Life NOTE For performance data and specifications please refer to the Tolomatic RSX Product Brochure 2171-4001 Tolomatic User Manual: RSX Extreme Force Electric Rod-Style Linear Actuator • 30 •...
Check Belt Tension Duty cycle exceeds actuator’s power Verify actuator sizing capacity Actuator is overheating Actuator is improperly tuned Tune actuator Actuator is low on lubricant Re-lubricate Tolomatic User Manual: RSX Extreme Force Electric Rod-Style Linear Actuator • 31 •...
(i) accidental damage, mishandling, incorrect installation, negligence or other circumstances arising after delivery; (ii) the repair or alteration of the Product by any party other than Tolomatic or its authorized representative; (iii) the failure by Buyer to provide a suitable storage, use, or operating environment for the Products;...
Buyer’s requirements and for the environment, facilities or machinery for which they are intended by Buyer or by its end-customer to be fitted or used. Even if Tolomatic is advised of Buyer’s intended use, Tolomatic makes no representation or warranty that the Product will be suitable for that purpose.
Appendix D .1 Declaration of Incorporation Tolomatic User Manual: RSX Extreme Force Electric Rod-Style Linear Actuator • 34 •...
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