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Renishaw QUANTiC RTLC40-S Installation Manual

Incremental linear encoder system
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  • Page 1 Installation guide M-9417-9255-04-A QUANTiC RTLC40-S incremental linear encoder system ™ www.renishaw.com/quanticdownloads #renishaw...
  • Page 2 This page is intentionally left blank. QUANTiC RKLC40-S incremental linear encoder system ™...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Limit switches ........................34 www.renishaw.com...

  • Page 4: Legal Notices

    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept Renishaw warrants its equipment and software for a limited period (as set out in the Standard any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 5 ADTi-100 data sheet (Renishaw part no. L-9517-9699), Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and Renishaw Inc. ADT View software user guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9413) and Advanced Diagnostic Tool 1001 Wesemann Drive ADTi-100 and ADT View software quick-start guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9321). These...
  • Page 6 Disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment The use of this symbol on Renishaw products and/or accompanying documentation indicates that the product should not be mixed with general household waste upon disposal. It is the responsibility of the end user to dispose of this product at a designated collection point for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) to enable reuse or recycling.
  • Page 7 PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. www.renishaw.com...
  • Page 8 Renishaw and the United States Government, civilian federal agency or prime contractor respectively. Please consult the applicable contract or subcontract and the software licence incorporated therein, if applicable, to determine your exact rights regarding use, reproduction and/or disclosure.

  • Page 9: Storage And Handling

    Minimum bend radius 150 mm NOTE: During storage ensure the self-adhesive tape is on the outside of the bend. Scale and readhead Readhead only N-heptane Propan-2-ol Acetone Chlorinated Methylated CHOHCH COCH Solvents Spirits www.renishaw.com...
  • Page 10 Temperature Humidity 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) to IEC 60068-2-78 Storage System −20 °C to +70 °C Operating System 0 °C to +70 °C QUANTiC RKLC40-S incremental linear encoder system ™...

  • Page 11: Quantic Readhead Installation Drawing

    2 mounting holes M2.5 through, counterbored Ø3 × 2.3 deep both sides. Extent of mounting faces. Dimension from substrate. The recommended thread engagement is 5 mm minimum (7.5 mm including counterbore) and the recommended tightening torque is 0.25 Nm to 0.4 Nm. www.renishaw.com...

  • Page 12: Rtlc40-S Scale Installation Drawing

    RTLC40-S scale installation drawing Dimensions and tolerances in mm Detail A Overall length ( L + 37 ) Scale length ( L ) Measuring length ML = (L − 17) 15 ±1 (ML = (L − 32) with dual limits) Readhead optical detector position at extent of travel 11.7 16.2...

  • Page 13: Equipment For Installing The Rtlc40-S Scale

    Appropriate length of RTLC40-S scale (see ‘RTLC40-S scale installation drawing’ on page 12) • A pair of end covers (A-9585-0035) • Datum clamp (A-9585-0028) • Renishaw scale wipes (A-9523-4040) • Loctite (P-AD03-0012) • Loctite 435 dispensing tip (P-TL50-0209) ® ™...
  • Page 14 Cutting the RTLC40-S scale If required cut the RTLC40-S scale to length using a guillotine or the shears. Using the guillotine Using the shears The guillotine should be held securely in place, using a suitable vice or clamping method. Feed the RTLC40-S scale through the first aperture on the shears (as shown). Once secured, feed the RTLC40-S scale through the guillotine as shown, and place the guillotine press block down onto the scale.

  • Page 15: Applying The Rtlc40-S Scale

    6. Begin to remove the backing paper from the scale and insert the scale into the applicator up to the start position. Ensure the backing tape is routed under the splitter screw. 12. Clean the scale using Renishaw scale wipes or a clean, dry, lint-free cloth. Start position M2.5 mounting holes...

  • Page 16: Fitting The End Covers

    Fitting the end covers Fitting the datum clamp The end cover kit is designed to be used with the RTLC40-S scale to provide protection for IMPORTANT: Allow 24 hours after scale application before fitting datum clamp. exposed scale ends. The datum clamp fixes the RTLC40-S scale rigidly to the substrate at the location chosen. NOTE: The end covers are optional and can be fitted before or after installation of the readhead.

  • Page 17: Reference Mark Selector And Limit Magnet Installation

    External magnetic fields greater than 6 mT, in the vicinity of the readhead, may cause false activation of the limit and reference sensors. The reference mark selector magnet is only required for ‘Customer selectable reference mark’ readheads. For more information refer to QUANTiC series encoder system data sheet (Renishaw part no. L-9517-9778). ™ www.renishaw.com...

  • Page 18: Quantic Readhead Quick-Start Guide

    21) and repeat the installation and calibration routine. For more details refer to the Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software user guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9413) and Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software quick-start guide (Renishaw part no.

  • Page 19: Readhead Mounting And Alignment

    Blue single-flashing Calibrating incremental signals Calibration mode signal strength in challenging installations. See www. Blue double-flashing Calibrating reference mark renishaw.com/adt for more information. Blue AGC on; optimum set-up Green AGC off; optimum set-up NOTE: When reinstalling the readhead the factory defaults Normal operation Poor set-up;...

  • Page 20: System Calibration

    Reference mark phasing NOTE: The functions described below can also be carried out by using the optional ADTi-100 and ADT View software. See www.renishaw.com/adt for more information. 1. Move the readhead back and forth over the selected reference mark until the LED stops flashing and remains solid blue.

  • Page 21: Restoring Factory Defaults

    When realigning the readhead, reinstalling the system, or in the case of continued calibration failure, factory defaults must be restored. NOTE: Restoring factory defaults can also be carried out using the optional ADTi-100 and ADT View software. See www.renishaw.com/adt for more information.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Fault Cause Possible solutions • Ensure 5 V is supplied at the readhead LED on the readhead is blank There is no power to the readhead • For cable variants, check the correct wiring of the connector • If using the analogue variant of QUANTiC with the ADTi, ensure the appropriate adaptor cables are connected •...
  • Page 23 The readhead bracket must be stable and not allow any mechanical movement of the readhead Reference mark is not repeatable calibration sequence is repeatable; other reference marks may not • Clean the scale and readhead optical window and check for damage then recalibrate the system over the be phased chosen reference mark (see page 20) www.renishaw.com...
  • Page 24 Fault Cause Possible solutions • Ensure you are using the reference mark that has been calibrated for referencing your system, as only this reference mark will be guaranteed to remain phased LED on the readhead is flashing red The reference mark is not phased over the reference mark •...

  • Page 25: Output Signals

    − Blue Incremental Yellow − Green Violet Reference mark − Grey Pink Limits Black Alarm − Orange Remote CAL Clear Shield Screen Case Case Case Case Ferrule The remote CAL line must be connected for use with the ADTi-100. www.renishaw.com...
  • Page 26 Analogue outputs 15-way D-type 15-way D-type 14-way JST Function Signal Colour alternative pin-out Brown 4, 5 4, 12 Power White 12, 13 2, 10 Cosine − Blue Incremental Yellow Sine − Green Violet Reference mark − Grey Pink Limits Black Setup Clear Remote CAL...

  • Page 27: Quantic Readhead Termination Options

    12-way in-line circular connector (termination code X) 14-way JST connector (termination code J) 12-way circular Binder mating socket (A-6195-0105). Pack of 5 14-way JST SH mating sockets: Bottom mount (A-9417-0025); Side mount (A-9417-0026). Maximum of 20 insertion cycles for JST connector. www.renishaw.com...

  • Page 28: Speed

    Speed Digital readheads Maximum speed (m/s) Clocked output option Minimum edge separation (MHz) (ns) (10 µm) (5 µm) (1 µm) (0.5 µm) (0.2 µm) (0.1 µm) (50 nm) 18.13 7.25 3.626 1.813 25.1 14.50 5.80 2.900 1.450 31.6 18.13 9.06 3.63 1.813 0.906...

  • Page 29: Electrical Connections

    Readhead cable Dependent on the cable type, the readhead cable length and the clocked output option. Maximum extension cable length Contact your local Renishaw representative for more information. Readhead to ADTi-100 Remote CAL operation Remote operation of the CAL /AGC is possible via CAL signal.
  • Page 30 Recommended signal termination Digital outputs Analogue outputs Readhead Customer 220 pF electronics A B Z+ 120R − 120R Cable Z = 120R NOTE: 120R termination on the analogue output signals is essential for correct AGC operation. A B Z− 220 pF Limit output (not available with ‘A’...

  • Page 31: Output Specifications

    NOTE: A wide reference mark option, outputting a reference pulse for the duration of the signal • The readhead speed is too high for reliable operation period is available. Contact your local Renishaw representative for more information. or 3-state alarm Differentially transmitted signals forced open circuit for > 15 ms when alarm conditions valid.
  • Page 32 Analogue output signals Incremental Limits 2 channels V and V differential sinusoids in quadrature, centred on ~1.65 V (90° phase shifted) Open collector output, asynchronous pulse Active high 40 μm Repeatability < 0.1 mm 0.7 to 1.35 Vpp with green LED (AGC off) and blue LED +)−(V −) (AGC on) indication (readhead)

  • Page 33: General Specifications

    Typical sub-divisional error (SDE) Analogue output < ±120 nm Digital output < ±80 nm CAUTION: Renishaw encoder systems have been designed to the relevant EMC standards, but must be correctly integrated to achieve EMC compliance. In particular, attention to shielding arrangements is essential. www.renishaw.com...

  • Page 34: Rtlc40-S Scale Specifications

    For lengths > 2 m the FASTRACK ™ carrier with the RTLC40 scale is recommended. Refer to the QUANTiC ™ RTLC40 / FASTRACK ™ incremental linear encoder system installation guide (Renishaw part no. M-9417-9248). QUANTiC RKLC40-S incremental linear encoder system ™...
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