Beckhoff AL8000 Operating Instructions Manual
Beckhoff AL8000 Operating Instructions Manual

Beckhoff AL8000 Operating Instructions Manual

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AL8000
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2025-01-14 | Version 1.8.0

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions | EN AL8000 Linear servo motors 2025-01-14 | Version 1.8.0...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Version numbers ..........................Scope of the documentation ......................Staff qualification..........................Safety and instruction......................... 11 1.5.1 Notes on information security....................11 Explanation of symbols ........................11 Beckhoff Services ..........................13 1.7.1 Support services........................13 1.7.2 Training offerings........................13 1.7.3 Service offerings........................13 1.7.4...
  • Page 4 Cable arrangement........................72 8.2.2 Cables in the same direction ....................74 8.2.3 Cables opposite........................76 Electrical connection .......................... 78 8.3.1 Offset calculation........................79 8.3.2 Phase lines..........................80 8.3.3 Power supply........................... 81 8.3.4 Temperature sensor ........................ 81 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 5 13.1 Disassembly............................103 13.2 Disposal ............................. 104 14 Guidelines and Standards .......................... 105 14.1 Standards............................105 14.2 Guidelines ............................105 14.3 Test centers ............................105 14.4 EU conformity............................. 106 14.5 CCC conformity..........................106 Index ................................107 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 6: Documentation Notes

    Documentation notes 1 Documentation notes 1.1 Disclaimer Beckhoff products are subject to continuous further development. We reserve the right to revise the documentation at any time and without notice. No claims for the modification of products that have already been supplied may be made on the basis of the data, dia- grams, and descriptions in this documentation.
  • Page 7: Limitation Of Liability

    • Use of untrained personnel • Use of unauthorized spare parts 1.1.4 Copyright © Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG, Germany The copying, distribution and utilization of this document as well as the communication of its contents to others without express autho- rization is prohibited.
  • Page 8: Version Numbers

    Product features The valid product features are always those specified in the current documentation. Further information given on the product pages of the Beckhoff homepage, in emails or in other publications is not au- thoritative. 1.3 Scope of the documentation...
  • Page 9: Staff Qualification

    Trained specialists have received specific technical training and have specific technical knowledge and experience. Trained special- ists can: • apply relevant standards and directives • assess tasks that they have been assigned • recognize possible hazards • prepare and set up workplaces Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 10 They are familiar with relevant standards and directives. Quali- fied electricians can: • independently recognize, avoid and eliminate sources of danger • implement specifications from the accident prevention regula- tions • assess the work environment • independently optimize and carry out their work ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 11: Safety And Instruction

    The products sold by Beckhoff are only part of the overall security concept. The cus- tomer is responsible for preventing unauthorized access by third parties to its equipment, systems, machines and networks.
  • Page 12 Required accessories [+] This symbol shows the accessories required for the following steps. The accessories are not included in the scope of delivery and can be ordered from Beckhoff. Assembly material required This symbol shows the assembly material required for the following steps.
  • Page 13: Beckhoff Services

    +49 5246 963-157 support@beckhoff.com www.beckhoff.com/en-en/support/our-support-services/ 1.7.2 Training offerings Training in Germany takes place at the Beckhoff branches or, after consultation, at the customer's premises. Beckhoff offers both face- to-face and online training courses. +49 5246 963-5000 training@beckhoff.com www.beckhoff.com/en-en/support/training-offerings/ 1.7.3 Service offerings...
  • Page 14: Headquarters Germany

    Hülshorstweg 20 33415 Verl, Germany +49 5246 963-0 info@beckhoff.com www.beckhoff.com/en-en/ A detailed overview of the Beckhoff locations worldwide can be found at: www.beckhoff.com/en-en/company/global-presence/ 1.7.5 Downloadfinder In the Download finder you will find configuration files, technical doc- umentation and application reports to download.
  • Page 15: For Your Safety

    2.1 Safety pictograms You will find safety symbols on Beckhoff products and packaging. The symbols may be glued, printed, or lasered on and may vary de- pending on the product. They serve to protect people and to prevent damage to the products.
  • Page 16: General Safety Instructions

    People could be seriously or fatally injured by unpro- tected machine parts. Hazard resulting from magnetic fields Magnetic fields on individual components of the AL8000 linear ser- vomotors pose a risk to: • persons with cardiac pacemakers or implanted or external defib- rillators •...
  • Page 17: During Operation

    Do not touch hot surfaces Check the cooling of the surfaces with a thermometer. Do not touch the components during and immediately after operation. Allow the components to cool sufficiently after switching off. Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 18: After Operation

    De-energize and switch off components before working on them Check the functionality of all safety-relevant devices. Secure the working environment. Secure the machine or plant against being in- advertently started up. Observe and comply with the chapter: De- commissioning. ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 19: Product Overview

    3 Product overview Number Explanation Cable: power and temperature sensor Water cooling connection [+] Holes for locating pins Thread for mounting on the machine slide Primary part: coil unit of the linear servomotor Secondary part: Magnetic plate Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 20: Linear Servomotor

    Product overview 3.1 Linear servomotor 3.1.1 Name plate Item number Explanation Article name Order number BTN = Beckhoff-Traceability-Number Peak force Continuous force Maximum velocity Protection rating Peak current Continuous current Nominal voltage Insulation class UKCA marking cURus approval WEEE compliance...
  • Page 21: Type Key

    • 1 = water cooling Winding letter • A…Z Feedback system • 0 = without feedback Connection technology • 0 = 1.00 m connection cable with ferrules • 1 = 0.50 m connection cable with connector Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 22: Magnetic Plate

    80 mm Made in Germany Item number Explanation Article name Order number Serial number Beckhoff Traceability Number (BTN) Length Width EAC approval CE conformity Country of manufacture Safety pictograms Barcode Data Matrix code; Beckhoff Identification Code (BIC) ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 23: Needle Pattern Marking

    Product overview 3.2.2 Needle pattern marking Item number Explanation 10-digit serial number / 6-digit article number 8-digit Beckhoff BTN Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 24: Type Key

    • Iron-core series 8 linear servomotors Series • 5 = magnetic plate Width • 2 = W2; 50 mm • 4 = W4; 80 mm • 6 = W6; 130 mm Length • 1 = Short • 2 = Medium • 3 = Long ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 25: Product Characteristics

    • Motor switch-off temperature at 100 °C Uniform linear motor width Within a width category, such as AL802x, the coil units have identi- cal width and can therefore be operated together on one magnetic track and combined as desired. Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 26: Ordering Options

    It is not possible to fit one at a later date. 3.4.1 Water cooling The coil units of the AL8000 series are available with convection cooling or water cooling. The connection of a water cooling system enables a higher continuous force of the linear motor.
  • Page 27: Intended Use

    Product overview 3.5 Intended use The AL8000 linear servomotors may only be operated for the pur- poses as defined in this documentation and under the specified am- bient conditions. The components are installed in electrical plants or machines. Stand-alone operation of the components is not permitted.
  • Page 28: Technical Data

    Flow rate Coolant flow rate required for nominal operation or continuous oper- [I/min] ation of the component to be cooled. This information is contained in the documentation of the respective product. ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 29: Data For Operation And Environment

    • Operate the linear motors only under the conditions for opera- tion and the environment listed in this chapter Beckhoff products are designed for operation under certain environ- mental conditions, which vary according to the product. The follow- ing specifications must be observed for operation and environment in order to achieve the optimum service life of the products.
  • Page 30: Power Derating

    Calculation of the performance data if the installation altitude ex- ceeds 1000 m: CA_red Ambient temperature and installation altitude Calculation of the power data when exceeding the specified limits: Ambient temperature > 40°C and installation altitude > 1000  m above sea level: CA_red ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 31: Al802X

    AX5x03 AX5x03 AX5x06 AX5x06 AX8000 AX8108/AX8206 The values are valid for a linear servomotor mounted on a metal surface that is equal to or larger than that of the motor, at a surface temperature of 20 °C Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 32: Dimensional Drawings Al802X

    Technical data 4.3.1 Dimensional drawings AL802x • All figures in millimeters 4.3.1.1 AL8021 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 33 Technical data 4.3.1.2 AL8022 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 34 Technical data 4.3.1.3 AL8024 4.3.1.4 AL8026 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 35: Al802X Alignment

    Technical data 4.3.2 AL802x alignment Alignment based on AL802x as an example The figure shows the positioning of a coil unit in relation to the mag- netic track. • All figures in millimeters Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 36: Al852X Magnetic Plates

    Technical data 4.4 AL852x magnetic plates 4.4.1 Dimensional drawings AL852x • All figures in millimeters 4.4.1.1 AL8521 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 37 Technical data 4.4.1.2 AL8522 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 38 Technical data 4.4.1.3 AL8523 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 39: Al804X

    Continuous current I Maximum velocity [m/s] Force constant K [N/A] Magnetic force of attraction F 2050 2050 2400 2400 3200 3200 Winding resistance ph-ph [Ω] Winding inductance ph-ph [mH] Counter EMF ph-ph [V/m/s] Power loss P Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 40 AX8108 AX8108 AX8108 AX8206 AX8206 AX8206 The values are valid for a linear servomotor mounted on a metal surface that is equal to or larger than that of the motor, at a surface temperature of 20 °C ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 41: Dimensional Drawings Al804X

    Technical data 4.5.1 Dimensional drawings AL804x • All figures in millimeters 4.5.1.1 AL8041 4.5.1.2 AL8042 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 42 Technical data 4.5.1.3 AL8043 4.5.1.4 AL8044 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 43 Technical data 4.5.1.5 AL8045 4.5.1.6 AL8046 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 44 Technical data 4.5.1.7 AL8048 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 45: Al804X Alignment

    Technical data 4.5.2 AL804x alignment Alignment based on AL804x as an example The figure shows the positioning of a coil unit in relation to the mag- netic track. • All figures in millimeters Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 46: Al854X Magnetic Plates

    Technical data 4.6 AL854x magnetic plates 4.6.1 Dimensional drawings AL854x • All figures in millimeters 4.6.1.1 AL8541 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 47 Technical data 4.6.1.2 AL8542 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 48: Al806X-0 | Coil Unit With Convection Cooling

    AX8108 AX8206 AX8108 AX8525 AX8206 AX8206 AX8108 The values are valid for a linear servomotor mounted on a metal surface that is equal to or larger than that of the motor, at a surface temperature of 20 °C ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 49: Dimensional Drawings Al806X-0

    Technical data 4.7.1 Dimensional drawings AL806x-0 • All figures in millimeters 4.7.1.1 AL8064 4.7.1.2 AL8065 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 50: Al806X-0 Alignment

    Technical data 4.7.1.3 AL806A 4.7.2 AL806x-0 alignment Alignment based on AL806x-0 as an example The figure shows the positioning of a coil unit in relation to the mag- netic track. • All figures in millimeters ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 51: Al806X-1 | Coil Unit With Water Cooling

    AX8108 AX8525 AX8118 AX8118 AX8540 AX8206 The values are valid for a linear servomotor mounted on a metal surface that is equal to or larger than that of the motor, at a surface temperature of 20 °C Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 52: Dimensional Drawings Al806X-1

    Technical data 4.8.1 Dimensional drawings AL806x-1 • All figures in millimeters 4.8.1.1 AL8066-1 4.8.1.2 AL806A-1 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 53 Technical data 4.8.1.3 AL806B-1 4.8.1.4 AL806F-1 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 54: Al806X-1 Alignment

    Technical data 4.8.2 AL806x-1 alignment Alignment based on AL806x-1 as an example The figure shows the positioning of a coil unit in relation to the mag- netic track. • All figures in millimeters ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 55: Al856X Magnetic Plates

    Technical data 4.9 AL856x magnetic plates 4.9.1 Dimensional drawings AL856x • All figures in millimeters 4.9.1.1 AL8561 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 56 Technical data 4.9.1.2 AL8562 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 57: Scope Of Supply

    Check the shipment for the following contents: When ordering a coil unit: • AL8000 series coil unit • 2x adhesive name plates • Short information When ordering a magnetic plate: •...
  • Page 58: Magnetic Plate

    Warning: hand injuries. Persons with cardiac pacemakers are particularly at risk from the magnetic field. Persons with implants are particularly at risk from the magnetic field. ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 59: Transport And Storage

    • Use of the vendor's original packaging The table shows the maximum stacking height at which you may store and transport the coil units on a pallet in the original packag- ing: Motor type Stacking height [pieces] AL802x AL804x AL806x Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 60: Transport

    We recommend always lifting the coil unit horizontally in order to distribute the total weight of the motor over several threads. Only lift and transport in a vertical position if absolutely necessary. Please refer to sections "AL806x horizontal and AL806x vertical", [Page 61] ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 61 Make sure to always choose the largest possible distance from each other 6.2.1.2 AL806x vertical If it is absolutely necessary to lift the coil unit vertically: ► Screw eyebolts [1] into the outer adjacent threads on the outer edge Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 62: Magnetic Plates

    The coil units can be stored for shorter or longer periods. We recom- mend that you always store components in their original packaging. Adhere to the conditions specified in the chapter: "Transport and storage", [Page 59]. Ensure the storage space is vibration-free. ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 63: Technical Description

    Travel path = 490 mm Length of coil unit AL8041 = 93 mm Length of magnetic plate AL8542 = 288 mm Required number of magnetic plates: (490 mm + 93 mm)/288 = 2.02 magnetic plates < 3 magnetic plates are required Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 64: Effective Calculation

    (490 mm + 76 mm)/288 = 1.97 magnetic plates < 2 magnetic plates are required AL802x Designation AL80 Passive part of the cable side A [mm] 15.5 17.5 Passive part of the end side B [mm] Effective range C [mm] Housing length D [mm] ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 65 Housing length D [mm] Water-cooled coil unit Designation AL80 66-1 6A-1 6B-1 6F-1 Passive part of the cable side A [mm] 31.5 Passive part of the end side B [mm] Effective range C [mm] Housing length D [mm] Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 66: Overall Mounting Height

    The following table and figure provide information about the overall mounting heights of the individual series: Series Mounting height "X" [mm] AL802x 40 ± 0.1 AL804x 40 ± 0.1 AL806x-0xxx 45 ± 0.1 AL806x-1xxx 47 ± 0.1 Position Description Machine carriage Coil unit Magnetic plate Machine bed ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 67: Dependencies

    43 5 . 44 5 . 45 5 . 46 5 . 47 5 . mounting height [mm] Position Definition Setpoint 1 Ideal air gap Curve 2 Forces of magnetic attraction F Curve 3 Continuous force F Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 68 Technical description AL806x-0 100% 44,5 45,5 46,5 47,5 48,5 49,5 50,5 51,5 52,5 mounting height [mm] Position Definition Setpoint 1 Ideal air gap Curve 2 Forces of magnetic attraction F Curve 3 Continuous force F ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 69 Technical description AL806x-1 100% 46,5 47,5 48,5 49,5 50,5 51,5 52,5 53,5 54,5 mounting height [mm] Position Definition Setpoint 1 Ideal air gap Curve 2 Forces of magnetic attraction F Curve 3 Continuous force F Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 70: Protection Equipment

    7.3 Protection equipment A temperature sensor LPTC-600 is installed in all coil units of the AL8000 series. The LPTC-600 is integrated into the monitoring sys- tem of the servo drives for motors with preassembled plugs. Config- ure the servo drive according to the motor temperature warning at 80 °C and the switch-off temperature at 100 °C.
  • Page 71: Coupling

    By coupling two coil units of the next smaller series, the force re- quired for the application can be achieved and thus the width of the magnetic track can be reduced. Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 72: Arrangement Of Coil Units

    AL8022-0Eyz AL8022-0Eyz AL8024-0Gyz AL8024-0Gyz AL8026-0Gyz AL8026-0Gyz AL804x Motor 1 Motor 2 [mm] AL8041-0Eyz AL8041-0Eyz AL8042-0Eyz AL8042-0Eyz AL8043-0Eyz AL8043-0Eyz AL8043-0Gyz AL8043-0Gyz AL8044-0Eyz AL8044-0Eyz AL8044-0Hyz AL8044-0Hyz AL8045-0Gyz AL8045-0Gyz AL8045-0Kyz AL8045-0Kyz AL8046-0Gyz AL8046-0Gyz AL8046-0Kyz AL8046-0Kyz AL8048-0Hyz AL8048-0Hyz AL8048-0Kyz AL8048-0Kyz ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 73 AL8065-0Hyz AL8065-0Kyz AL8065-0Kyz AL8066-0Jyz AL8066-0Jyz AL806A-0Kyz AL806A-0Kyz 1121 AL806A-0Qyz AL806A-0Qyz 1121 AL806x-1xxx Motor 1 Motor 2 [mm] AL8066-1Jyz AL8066-1Jyz AL8066-1Nyz AL8066-1Nyz AL806A-1Kyz AL806A-1Kyz 1137 AL806A-1Ryz AL806A-1Ryz 1137 AL806B-1Lyz AL806B-1Lyz 1233 AL806F-1Nyz AL806F-1Nyz 1617 AL806F-1Tyz AL806F-1Tyz 1617 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 74: Cables In The Same Direction

    AL8044-0Hyz AL8044-0Hyz AL8045-0Gyz AL8045-0Gyz AL8045-0Kyz AL8045-0Kyz AL8046-0Gyz AL8046-0Gyz AL8046-0Kyz AL8046-0Kyz AL8048-0Hyz AL8048-0Hyz AL8048-0Kyz AL8048-0Kyz AL806x-0xxx Motor 1 Motor 2 [mm] AL8064-0Fyz AL8064-0Fyz AL8064-0Kyz AL8064-0Kyz AL8065-0Hyz AL8065-0Hyz AL8065-0Kyz AL8065-0Kyz AL8066-0Jyz AL8066-0Jyz AL806A-0Kyz AL806A-0Kyz 1124 AL806A-0Qyz AL806A-0Qyz 1124 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 75 Coupling AL806x-1xxx Motor 1 Motor 2 [mm] AL8066-1Jyz AL8066-1Jyz AL8066-1Nyz AL8066-1Nyz AL806A-1Kyz AL806A-1Kyz 1134 AL806A-1Ryz AL806A-1Ryz 1134 AL806B-1Lyz AL806B-1Lyz 1230 AL806F-1Nyz AL806F-1Nyz 1614 AL806F-1Tyz AL806F-1Tyz 1614 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 76: Cables Opposite

    AL8044-0Hyz AL8044-0Hyz AL8045-0Gyz AL8045-0Gyz AL8045-0Kyz AL8045-0Kyz AL8046-0Gyz AL8046-0Gyz AL8046-0Kyz AL8046-0Kyz AL8048-0Hyz AL8048-0Hyz AL8048-0Kyz AL8048-0Kyz AL806x-0xxx Motor 1 Motor 2 [mm] AL8064-0Fyz AL8064-0Fyz AL8064-0Kyz AL8064-0Kyz AL8065-0Hyz AL8065-0Hyz AL8065-0Kyz AL8065-0Kyz AL8066-0Jyz AL8066-0Jyz AL806A-0Kyz AL806A-0Kyz 1079 AL806A-0Qyz AL806A-0Qyz 1079 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 77 Coupling AL806x-1xxx Motor 1 Motor 2 [mm] AL8066-1Jyz AL8066-1Jyz AL8066-1Nyz AL8066-1Nyz AL806A-1Kyz AL806A-1Kyz 1099 AL806A-1Ryz AL806A-1Ryz 1099 AL806B-1Lyz AL806B-1Lyz 1008 1195 AL806F-1Nyz AL806F-1Nyz 1392 1579 AL806F-1Tyz AL806F-1Tyz 1392 1579 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 78: Electrical Connection

    • All figures in millimeters Example 1: AL8042 and AL8042 with cables in opposite direc- tions This alignment of the coil units enables the minimum distance be- tween the coil units. ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 79: Offset Calculation

    Example 1: AL8042 and AL8042 with cables in opposite direc- tions = 208 mm M1M2 Offset = (208/16) MOD 3 = 1 Example 2: AL8042 and AL8042 with cables in opposite direc- tions = 192 mm M1M2 Offset = (192/16) MOD 3 = 0 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 80: Phase Lines

    AL8044 39.5 23.5 AL8045 39.5 23.5 AL8046 39.5 23.5 AL8048 44.5 23.5 AL8064-0xxx 38.5 24.5 AL8065-0xxx 38.5 24.5 AL8066-0xxx 38.5 24.5 AL8066-1xxx 53.5 24.5 AL806A-0xxx 43.5 24.5 AL806A-1xxx 53.5 24.5 AL806B-1xxx 53.5 24.5 AL806F-1xxx 53.5 24.5 ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 81: Power Supply

    This will trigger the switch-off procedure in the servo drive in case of a critical tempera- ture rise in the poorly cooled coil unit. Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 82: Mechanical Installation

    The following figure shows the values for evenness and parallelism for the coil unit and the magnetic plate. Position Description Machine slide Coil unit Magnetic plate Machine bed Please refer to Chapter "Air gap, section Overall mounting height", [Page 66] ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 83: Installation

    Observe the screw requirements Observe the minimum and maximum screw depths of the screws. Information on the screw depths can be found in the individual sec- tions during mounting. Please observe the permissible torques and standards. Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 84: Coil Unit

    Tolerance zone Maximum screw depth [mm] ► Place the machine carriage [3] with the holes on the locating pins [2] of the coil unit ► Align the coil unit, making sure that all the holes are aligned ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 85 M5 x 0.8 Recommended screw depth [mm] Maximum screw depth [mm] Tightening torque [Nm] ► Place the assembled coil unit including the machine carriage [5] on the guide carriage [6] ► Insert and tighten the screws [7] Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 86: Magnetic Plates

    • Do not remove the protective cover Observe the alignment Align the magnetic plates identically. The Beckhoff logo must always be on the same side. If this is not observed, the adjacent magnetic plates repel each other. As a result, the coil unit cannot move without restriction. The system is not operational.
  • Page 87 ► Pay attention to the insertion depth of the locating pins [3] Locating pins AL852x AL854x AL856x Tolerance zone Maximum immersion in the mag- netic plate [mm] ► Check the alignment of the magnetic plate. Make sure that the Beckhoff logos are on the same side. Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 88 Other magnetic plates ► Push the machine carriage [1] onto the mounted magnetic plates ► Secure the machine carriage mechanically against uncontrolled movements ► Mount the other magnetic plates in the same way ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 89 Mechanical installation Once all components have been fitted and you start the ma- chine or system: ► Remove all protective covers [3] on all magnetic plates Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 90: Water Cooling [+]

    Further information regarding the design and requirements of the cooling circuit, the coolant to be used and other important informa- tion can be found in the document: General specifications | AM8300 and AL8000 NOTICE Damage caused by open systems Open cooling circuits can lead to contamination and germs. This can result in damage to the machine or system and loss of per- formance.
  • Page 91 Δp [l/min] [bar] AL8041 0.00 AL8042 0.01 AL8043 0.03 AL8044 0.05 AL8045 0.08 AL8046 0.10 AL8048 0.16 All values valid for a temperature increase of the coolant ΔT = 10 K • AL804x: Water flow in the same direction Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 92 Power loss P Flow rate Q Pressure drop Δp [l/min] [bar] AL8066-1xyz AL806A-1xyz 1206 AL806B-1xyz 1140 1.95 AL806F-1xyz 1710 All values valid for a temperature increase of the coolant ΔT = 10 K • AL806x-1: Water flow as cooling circuit ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 93 ► Remove the plug on the opposite side of the coil unit ► Screw the threaded push-in fittings [2] into the holes provided AL804x: ► Screw in the threaded push-in fittings on the opposite side of the coil unit Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 94 Coil unit Hose Inner diameter Outer diameter [mm] AL804x AL806x-1xxx ► Insert the cooling hoses [3] into the threaded push-in fittings AL804x: ► Connect cooling hoses at the opposite side of the coil unit ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 95: Verification

    To check the smooth running of the machine slide, carry out the fol- lowing steps: ► Remove all tools from the machine or system ► Clean the magnetic track ► Move the machine slide carefully by hand and guide it along the entire length of the magnetic track Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 96: Electrical Installation

    NOTICE Damage to the motor due to incorrect installation The cable of the AL8000 is firmly encapsulated with the linear motor. It is part of the wear-free product. Incorrect installation can lead to a limited service life or damage to the linear motors. Fail- ure to comply with the provisions will void the warranty and other claims for damages.
  • Page 97 • Wiring in accordance with applicable regulations and standards • Use of pre-assembled and shielded Beckhoff cables Beckhoff offers pre-assembled cables for faster and flawless instal- lation of the motors. These cables are tested with regard to the ma- terial used, shielding and connection type. The use of other cables can cause unexpected faults and result in exclusion of warranty.
  • Page 98: Connector Assignment

    Electrical installation 10.2 Connector assignment Beckhoff offers various power connectors and feedback connectors. All plugs are IP65 rated. The following tables show the connector assignment: 10.2.1 itec® connector Pin assignment cable diameter 1.0 mm² Contact Function Color Core identifi- cation Black...
  • Page 99: M40-Speedtec® Connector

    Electrical installation 10.2.3 M40-SpeedTec® connector Pin assignment cable diameter 4 mm² Contact Function Color Core identifi- cation Black Black Black Green/yellow n.c. Temperature+/ White Temperature-/ Blue Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 100: Commissioning

    ► Check protective measures against moving and live parts Configuration Beckhoff recommends using Beckhoff servo drives and motors and configuration with Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 Drive Manager 2 | TE5950. Carry out the instructions in the operating manual for servo drives: ► Build Project and Choose Target System ►...
  • Page 101: Prerequisites During Operation

    Serious injuries due to uncontrolled movements of the coil unit Uncontrolled movements of the coil units can lead to serious in- juries or damage to the system or machine. • Place the machine or plant in a safe state Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 102: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Use grease-dissolving and non-aggressive cleaning agents such as isopropanol for cleaning. You will also receive information about non-approved cleaning agents. 12.1.1 Not applicable Cleaning agents Chemical formula Aniline hydrochloride Bromine Sodium hypochlorite; bleaching NaCIO solution Mercury (II) chloride HgCl Hydrochloric acid ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 103: Decommissioning

    ► If present: remove water cooling ► Disconnect the electrical connectors ► Remove the machine carriage from guide rails ► Unscrew and remove the bolts ► Separate the coil unit from the machine carriage ► Remove the locating pins Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 104: Disposal

    Products marked with a crossed-out waste bin must not be disposed of with general waste. Electronic components and device are con- sidered as waste electrical and electronic equipment for disposal. Observe the national regulations for the disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment. ─── AL8000 Version: 1.8.0...
  • Page 105: Guidelines And Standards

    Guidelines and Standards 14 Guidelines and Standards Test procedures and certifications vary by product. Beckhoff linear servomotors of the AL8000 series are certified and tested according to the following directives and standards. 14.1 Standards EN 60034-1:2010+Corr.:2010 "Rotating electrical machines – Rating and performance"...
  • Page 106: Eu Conformity

    14.5 CCC conformity Export to Chinese Economic Area Beckhoff linear motors of the AL8000 series are not subject to the China Compulsory Certificate; CCC. The products are exempt from this certification and can be exported to the Chinese economic area.
  • Page 107: Index

     94 Motor Disassembly  103 Disposal  104 Electrical installation  96 In Betrieb nehmen  100 Mechanisch Installieren  82 Storage  62 Transport  60 Name plate  20, 22, 23 Operating Conditions  29 Ordering options  26 Pictograms  11 Power derating  29 Version: 1.8.0 AL8000 ───...
  • Page 108 Trademark statements Beckhoff®, TwinCAT®, TwinCAT/BSD®, TC/BSD®, EtherCAT®, EtherCAT G®, EtherCAT G10®, EtherCAT P®, Safety over EtherCAT®, TwinSAFE®, XFC®, XTS® and XPlanar® are registered trademarks of and licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH. Third-party trademark statements itec is a registered trademark of TE Connectivity Industrial GmbH.
  • Page 109 More Information: www.beckhoff.com/al8000 Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG Hülshorstweg 20 33415 Verl Germany Phone: +49 5246 9630 info@beckhoff.com www.beckhoff.com...

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