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- Page 1 DDS600(/M) Direct Drive Translation Stage User Guide Original Instructions HA0293T...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Chaper 5 Specification and Accessories ............... 16 5.1 Specification ..................16 5.2 Accessories List ................17 Appendices Appendix A Using the Legacy APT Software ............18 Appendix B Regulatory ..................... 23 Appendix C Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ............. 25 Page 0 ETN010992-D02... -
Page 3: Chaper 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction The Thorlabs’ DDS600 low-profile, direct-drive stage provides 600 mm of travel with 100 nm minimum step size and a maximum speed of 400 mm/s. The stage is ideal for applications that require high speeds and high positioning accuracy, including automated alignment, surface inspection, mapping, and probing. -
Page 4: Chaper 2 Safety
DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage Chapter 2 Safety 2.1 Safety Information For the continuing safety of the operators of this equipment, and the protection of the equipment itself, the operator should take note of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes throughout this handbook and, where visible, on the product itself. -
Page 5: Chaper 3 Installation
Chapter 3 Installation Chapter 3 Installation 3.1 Unpacking Note During handling or shipping, the moving platform must be constrained to avoid damage to the bearings. Retain the packing in which the unit was shipped, for use in future transportation. Two handles are shipped with the unit to assist in handling. These handles should be fitted to the center hole at either end of the stage. -
Page 6: Vertical Mounting
DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage 3.3.1 Vertical Mounting Warning The stage is not suitable for mounting in a vertical (Z-axis) configuration. 3.3.2 General Caution The performance of the stage could be affected if the mounting surface is not flat to within 200 µm. Care should be taken when bolting the stage to the worksurface, to ensure that the base does not warp, which could cause stiffness to be experienced in the bearing rails. -
Page 7: Mounting The Stage To The Work Surface
3.3.4 Mounting the Stage to the Work Surface The DDS600 stage is mounted to the work surface by four M6 x 25 mm (1/4”-20 x 1”) screws. The mounting holes are accessed from the top of the stage as shown below. - Page 8 DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage The stage can also be mounted on its side, using two AP90RL(/M) brackets - see Fig. 3.2. Using a diagonal pattern, tighten all four mounting bolts. Cable Exit on Right Hand Side Fig. 3.2 Side mounting...
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Page 9: Electrical Connections
Chapter 3 Installation 3.4 Electrical Connections The stage must be driven by a Thorlabs BBD series and RBD201 controllers. Connect the motor leads to the MOTOR DRIVE connectors, and the encoder feedback leads to the FEEDBACK connectors. Ensure that the motor drive and feedback leads for each motor are connected to the correct channel. -
Page 10: Dimensions
DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage 3.5 Dimensions Fig. 3.5 Dimensions Page 8 ETN010992-D02... -
Page 11: Chaper 4 Operation
Chapter 4 Operation 4.1 Getting Started Caution The DDS600 stage is designed to be driven by the Thorlabs BBD30x or RBD201 Brushless DC Motor Controllers. The stages are connected to the controller via 2 flying leads, one terminated in D- type connector (FEEDBACK) and one terminated in a round 8-Pin DIN Connector (MOTOR DRIVE). -
Page 12: General Operation
In the event that these settings need to be changed, the user can create a custom settings group - see the Kinesis Helpfile for more information. 1) If it is not already running, start the Kinesis software - Start/Programs/Thorlabs/ Kinesis/Kinesis.The server reads in the stage and controller information on boot up and the GUI panel shown below is displayed.. - Page 13 Chapter 4 Operation Note The MOTOR DRIVE connectors for each channel/axis contain an EEPROM, which stores the factory default settings for the set up parameters. When the stage is connected, these settings are loaded into the controller on start up, and are tuned for loads up to the 3.0 kg (6.6 lb) maximum, at speeds up to 100 mm/s.
- Page 14 DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage Refer to the handbook supplied with the BBD301 control unit for more details on PID settings. Caution Default PID values have already been optimized and stored within the stage, and these are loaded into the controller on power up.
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Page 15: Stopping The Stage
Chapter 4 Operation 4) After the parameter changes have been performed, click the ‘Persist Settings to Hardware’ box, then click ‘OK’. This will ensure that the same parameter settings will be loaded next time the unit is powered up - even in the absence of a PC. Caution If settings are persisted, then a stage is changed, further parameter adjustment may be required to achieve optimum performance with the new stage. -
Page 16: Position Error Messages
The product is maintenance free up to 5 million cycles. If any problems occur, the user should contact the local Thorlabs tech support for more information. After 5 million cycles, a replacement of the internal flexible cable, and a relubrication of the bearing carriers is recommended. -
Page 17: Transportation
In the event of a breakdown, or malfunction of the product please contact Thorlabs Tech Support. Contact details are contained in Chapter C. Page 15... -
Page 18: Chaper 5 Specification And Accessories
DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage Chapter 5 Specification and Accessories 5.1 Specification Parameter Value Travel Range 600 mm (23.6") Max Speed 400 mm/s Max Acceleration 10,000 mm/s Bidirectional Repeatability ±0.25 µm Backlash Encoder Resolution 50 nm Min Incremental Movement 100 nm 10 kg (22.0 lb) -
Page 19: Accessories List
Thorlabs tech support office for more details. 5.2 Accessories List Thorlabs’ MJC001 joystick console is designed for remote operation and enables intuitive, tactile, manual positioning of a stage. This highly reliable, Hall effect joystick features XY control, a speed adjustment for fast or high precision movement, and a high-quality, anodized aluminum casing. -
Page 20: Appendix A Using The Legacy Apt Software
PID loop parameter settings to fine tune the response - see the following pages for more information. 2) If it is not already running, start the APTUser utility - Start/Programs/Thorlabs/APT User/APT User The APT server reads in the stage and controller information on boot up and the GUI panel shown below is displayed.. - Page 21 Appendix A Using the Legacy APT Software Note The MOTOR DRIVE connectors for each channel/axis contain an EEPROM, which stores the factory default settings for the set up parameters. When the stage is connected, these settings are loaded into the controller on start up, and are tuned for loads up to the 3.0 kg (6.6 lb) maximum, at speeds up to 100 mm/s.
- Page 22 DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage 4) Adjust the PID settings to fine tune the control loop for your application. Refer to the handbook supplied with the BBD301 control unit for more information. Caution Default PID values have already been optimized and stored within the stage, and these are loaded into the controller on power up.
- Page 23 Appendix A Using the Legacy APT Software 5) After the parameter changes have been performed, click the ‘Persist Settings to Hardware’ box, then click ‘OK’. This will ensure that the same parameter settings will be loaded next time the unit is powered up - even in the absence of a PC. Caution If settings are persisted, then a stage is changed, further parameter adjustment may be required to achieve optimum performance with the new stage.
- Page 24 DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage A.3 Position Error Messages. Caution The maximum velocity at which the encoder can operate is approximately 400 mm/sec. Above this speed, encoder pulses may be lost and, as a result, the position readout becomes incorrect. This renders normal operation impossible because phase commutation of the motor is also based on the encoder reading.
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Page 25: Appendix B Regulatory
Appendix B Regulatory Appendix B Regulatory B.1 Declarations Of Conformity B.1.1 For Customers in Europe See Section B.2. B.1.2 For Customers In The USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. - Page 26 DDS600 Direct Drive Translation Stage B.2 CE Declaration Page 24 ETN010992-D02...
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Page 27: Appendix C Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
Contact Thorlabs for more information. Waste treatment is your own responsibility. "End of life" units must be returned to Thorlabs or handed to a company specializing in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public waste disposal site. - Page 28 www.thorlabs.com...
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