Limits, Marker, And Machine Direction; Figure 3-7: Machine Direction - Aerotech ATX165SL Hardware Manual

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3.4. Limits, Marker, and Machine Direction

Aerotech stages have both a positive and negative Machine Direction and a positive and negative
Programming Direction.
Machine Direction: The machine direction is defined by how the encoder and motor are
mounted and the electrical wiring connections in the stage.
Programming Direction: Your system controller defines the programming direction of the stage
and is application specific. A positive programmed move may or may not agree with the machine
positive direction. Refer to your programming help documentation for more information.
Figure 3-7: Machine Direction
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