This note contains important additional information as well as useful tips for safe, efficient and trouble-free operation of the electric slide. 6 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
In these assembly instructions the following symbols are used to highlight instructions, results, references, etc. Symbol Description Instructions (steps ...) Results of actions References to sections ◼ Enumerations not ordered ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 7–69...
This does also apply to defective accessories and wear parts. Normal wear and tear are excluded from the warranty). The warranty covers the replacement or repair of defective Afag parts. Further claims are excluded. The warranty shall expire in the following cases: ▪...
Any use other than or beyond the intended use described above is considered a misuse/improper use of the electric slides. Especially the following use is considered a misuse: ▪ Use in potentially explosive atmospheres ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 9–69...
▪ the operating company shall be solely responsible for such damage, and ▪ AFAG does not accept any liability for damages caused by improper use. 2.4 Obligations of the operator and the personnel 2.4.1...
Authorized persons who due to their specialized professional training, expertise and experience are capable of identifying risks and preventing possible hazards arising from the use of the machine. ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 11–69...
2.7 Changes & modifications No changes may be made to the electric slides which have not been described in these assembly instructions or approved in writing by Afag Automation AG. AFAG Automation AG accepts no liability for unauthorised changes or improper assembly, installation, commissioning, maintenance or repair work.
▪ Only qualified personnel may work with or on the electric slides. ▪ Read the assembly instructions carefully before carrying out any work on or with the electric slides. ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 13–69...
Limbs can be crushed by moving components! ▪ Work on and with the electric slides may only be carried out by qualified personnel. ▪ Never reach into the system during normal operation! 14 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
Technical data Technical data 3.1 Electric slide ES20 3.1.1 Dimension drawing ES20 Fig. 1 Dimensional drawing of electric slide ES20 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 15–69...
▪ Relative air humidity: < 90%, non condensing 4.4 Packaging The electric slides are transported in the transport packaging of AFAG Automation AG. If no AFAG packaging used, the electric slides must be packed so that they are protected against shock and dust. NOTICE...
100 mm 50425974 ES30-100 100 mm 50425975 ES30-200-SL 200 mm 50425976 ES30-200 200 mm 50425977 ES30-300 300 mm 50425978 ES30-400 400 mm 50425979 ES30-500 500 mm 50425980 26 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
The thread on the stator and the end of the rotor with four flats are facing downwards. In the normal installation position, dimension SP=35 adjusted by clamping the MagSpring stator with fully retracted slide. This measure (SP=35) is the same for all MagSprings. ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 27–69...
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The MagSpring for the front attachment is supplied as a set and consists the following components: MagSpring Stator and rotor Compensating element Bracket Adapter Hexagon nut Mounting parts 28 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description Overview MagSpring ES20 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 29–69...
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Structure and description Technical data MagSpring ES20 11N-22N 30 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 31–69...
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Structure and description Technical data MagSpring ES20 40N-60N 32 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 33–69...
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Structure and description Overview MagSpring ES30 34 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description Technical data MagSpring ES30 11N-22N ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 35–69...
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Structure and description 36 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description Technical data MagSpring ES30 40N-60N ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 37–69...
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Structure and description 38 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
Description Top clamp Cylinder pin Tension spring Spring cover Holder spring cover Clamp at the bottom Mounting parts Spring compensation ES20-50-SL Orden number 50427546 Net weight 0.079 kg ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 39–69...
Advantages: ▪ Referencing not necessary ▪ High repeatability and absolute accuracy ▪ Dynamic and quiet driving ▪ Minimize control noise External position measuring system ES20 40 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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The sensor is installed parallel to the belt using a feeler gauge. The value can be found in the table below. Sensor Distance min. Distance max. Recommended distance type [mm] [mm] [mm] 1MSA501 distance Fig. 9 External position measuring system (example illustration) ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 41–69...
Structure and description 5.3.5 Controllers, cables, plugs The C11xx and C12xx controllers are supplied with a plug set. 46 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description Cable types Motor cable M16-0-1-1 Motor cable extension to M16-0-0-1/2 Motor cable M17-0-1-1 48 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description Motor cable extension to M17-0-0-1/-2 Motor cable-M20-0-2-1 Motor cable-M22-0-2-1 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 49–69...
Structure and description 5.3.6 Transformers and power supplies Power supply S01-72/500, 1 phase 50 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
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Structure and description Power supply S01-72/1000, 3 phases ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 51–69...
▪ Take appropriate measures to ensure safe operation! liability assumed damages caused improper installation/assembling work carried out by the operator. chap. 2 „Safety instructions“ in this Also observe the safety instructions in manual. ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 53–69...
Hole pitch 48x48 mm Fig. 12 Mounting holes on the base element For mounting use the centering sleeves ( chapter 6.2.2) included in the scope of delivery. 54 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
Hole grid 48 x 48 mm 48 x 48 mm Bore hole and fastening thread Ø 6.3 mm Centr. sleeves (H7) 11004942 Ø 9 mm Ø 9 mm ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 55–69...
Mounting of the module (base element): Ø 4.1 with centring Ø 7 H7 hole pitch 30 x 30 mm Fig. 14 Electric slide ES 20 (mounting basic element) 56 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
Electric slide ES 30 (mounting basic element) NOTICE Magnetic tape with information! The magnetic tape of the external measuring system contains information. ▪ Keep sufficient distance from other magnetic sources. ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 57–69...
Fig. 17 Setting the C-motor connector (ES30 modules) Our service technicians will be happy to answer any further questions you may have about setting the C-motor plugs. 58 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
▪ Replace the defective position sensor or limit switch cable immediately. 6.3.2 Programming The programming differs depending on the control system used. Observe the respective manuals of the control system manufacturer! ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 59–69...
▪ Only connect or disconnect the cables when the control unit is switched off. ▪ Observe the operating instructions of the controller used! Observe the safety instructions in chapter 2 "Safety instructions" of these mounting instructions! 60 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
3. Connect the cable to the electric slide and the system control. 4. Perform test run: Start with slow movements Then continue under normal operating conditions Commissioning is completed. ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 61–69...
▪ Ensure that the movement of the electric slide is not restricted by mounted attachments. ▪ Take appropriate measures to ensure safe operation! 62 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
▪ Before starting any activities, switch off the media supply and make sure it cannot be switched on again unintentionally! chapter 2 „Safety instructions“ in Also observe the safety instructions in this manual. 64 – 69 ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7...
▪ If the electric slides are to be operated in an environment with abrasive dusts or corrosive or aggressive vapours, gases or liquids, the approval of Afag Automation AG must be obtained in advance. 9.3.1 Overview of the maintenance points Fig.
AFAG for repair within the warranty period. After expiry of the warranty period, the customer may replace or repair defective modules or wear parts himself or send them to the AFAG repair service. Please note that AFAG does not provide any warranty for modules that have...
▪ Electronic parts, electrical scrap, auxiliary and operating materials must be disposed of by approved specialist companies. ▪ Information on proper disposal can be obtained from the responsible local authorities. ◼ ◼ ◼ Assembly Instructions EN ES-20 I ES-30 25.05.2023 V1.7 67–69...
The relevant technical documentation was created according to Annex VII, Part B of the above-mentioned Directive. Authorised representative for compiling the technical documentation: Niklaus Röthlisberger, Product Manager, Afag Automation AG, CH-6144 Zell Zell, 31.05.2023 Adrian Fuchser Klaus Bott...
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