Beckhoff XPlanar APS42 1 00 Series Operating Instructions Manual
Beckhoff XPlanar APS42 1 00 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Beckhoff XPlanar APS42 1 00 Series Operating Instructions Manual

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XPlanar
APS42xx-1x00 | Planar Motor System
2025-02-13 | Version 1.0.1

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions | EN XPlanar APS42xx-1x00 | Planar Motor System 2025-02-13 | Version 1.0.1...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tiles..............................18 Mover ..............................21 Name plate............................23 3.3.1 Tiles............................. 23 3.3.2 Mover ..........................24 BIC | Beckhoff Identification Code ..................... 25 3.4.1 BIC as DataMatrix code ...................... 25 3.4.2 Scanning the DataMatrix code .................... 25 3.4.3 Coded information ....................... 26 Type key.............................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 3.8.1 Improper use ........................32 4 Technical data ............................. 33 Definition ............................33 Boundary conditions........................... 33 4.2.1 Technical terms ........................33 Data for operation and environment....................34 Environmental conditions ........................34 Intended use ............................35 4.5.1 Tiles............................. 35 4.5.2 Mover ..........................
  • Page 5 Table of contents Cabling ............................... 68 Connection technology........................68 9.2.1 Cables ..........................68 Laying..............................69 Example circuit........................... 72 9.4.1 Pin assignment X100 OUT....................73 9.4.2 Pin assignment X101 IN...................... 73 9.4.3 Pin assignment X102 OUT....................73 9.4.4 Pin assignment X103 IN...................... 73 Installing cables..........................
  • 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

    Documentation notes 1.4 Staff qualification This documentation is aimed at trained specialists working in control technology and automation who have knowledge of the applicable and required standards and directives. Specialists must have knowledge of drive technology and electrical equipment as well as knowledge of safe working on electrical sys- tems and machines.
  • Page 10 Documentation notes Qualified electricians Qualified electricians have comprehensive technical knowledge gained from a course of study, an apprenticeship or technical train- ing. They have an understanding of control technology and automa- tion. They are familiar with relevant standards and directives. Quali- fied electricians can: •...
  • 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

    For your safety 2.2 General safety instructions This chapter contains instructions on how to handle the product safely. This product cannot be run independently. The product must be installed in a machine or system by the machine builder. Read the documentation prepared by the machine builder. 2.2.1 Before operation Danger from magnetic fields Magnetic fields on individual components of the XPlanar unit pose a...
  • Page 17: During Operation

    For your safety 2.2.2 During operation Observe the GND concept During the installation, follow the common guidelines for grounding electrical components. For grounding please refer to the chapter on Grounding the machine bed. Do not work on live electrical parts Ensure that the protective conductor and functional conductor are properly connected.
  • Page 18: Product Overview

    Product overview 3 Product overview 3.1 Tiles APS4244-1x00 Position Name Protective film Thread for mounting attachments Sticker with coordinate origin Cover Base body Thread for mounting on the machine bed Hole for positioning with locating pins LED status indicator X103 – EtherCAT IN X102 –...
  • Page 19 Product overview APS4224-1x00 and APS4242-1x00 14 13 Position Name Protective film Thread for mounting attachments Sticker with coordinate origin Cover Base body Thread for mounting on the machine bed Hole for positioning with locating pins LED status indicator X103 – EtherCAT IN X102 –...
  • Page 20: Led Status Indicator

    Product overview LED status indicator APS42xx-1x00 Position Status LED Status Explanation 24 V Ok Lights up green Control voltage established DC Link OK Lights up blue Power supply established ECAT Error Lights up red Error in EtherCat G data connection ECAT Run Lights up green EtherCat G data connection established in ConFig mode in TwinCAT...
  • Page 21: Mover

    Product overview 3.2 Mover APM4220-0000 Position Name Base body with magnetic section Locating hole* for mounting tools, 2 x Thread* for mounting tools, 4 x Bumper * For more information, see the chapters "Dimensional drawings", [Page 39] and "Fixing points", [Page 89]. Version: 1.0.1 XPlanar ───...
  • Page 22: Degrees Of Freedom

    Product overview APM4330-0000 and APM4550-0000 Position Name Base body with magnetic section Thread* for mounting tools, 4 x Locating hole* for mounting tools, 2 x Thread* for mounting tools, 4 x Thread* for mounting tools, 1 x Bumper * For more information, see the chapters "Dimensional drawings", [Page 39] and "Fixing points", [Page 89]. Degrees of freedom The movers have six degrees of freedom and can be moved along the following axes:...
  • Page 23: Name Plate

    Product overview 3.3 Name plate 3.3.1 Tiles APS42xx-1x00 Version: 1.0.1 XPlanar ───...
  • Page 24: Mover

    Product overview Position Name BTN – Beckhoff Traceability Number DataMatrix code CE conformity Note: Be sure to read the manual. WEEE compliance Status LED 24 V OK Status LED Power supply OK Status LED EtherCAT Error Status LED EtherCAT Run Product designation First four digits: date of manufacture week / year...
  • Page 25: Bic | Beckhoff Identification Code

    3.4.1 BIC as DataMatrix code The Beckhoff Identification Code is displayed in the form of a Data- Matrix code and can be read with a scanner or smartphone. Au tom...
  • Page 26: Coded Information

    For better clarity, the data identifiers of the BIC are shown in red. 142098 SBTN 0009v09i EJ1008 Position Explanation Data identi- Maxi- Example fier mum dig- Beckhoff order number 1P237452 BTN | Beckhoff Traceability Number SBTN SBTN0000k9ke Unique serial number Article name 1KAT9014-0070-0550 Quantity Quantity in sales unit ─── XPlanar...
  • Page 27: Type Key

    Product overview 3.5 Type key 3.5.1 Tiles APS42ab-1c00 Explanation Product area • A = Drive Technology Series • P = Planar motor technology Product type • S = Stator System • 4 = 40 mm magnet distance Quadrant size (edge length as a multiple of the magnet distance) •...
  • Page 28: Product Characteristics

    Product overview 3.6 Product characteristics Free-floating movers The free-floating movers can move over arbitrarily arranged tiles without jerking or touching. The movers are kept apart by electro- magnetic forces. The movers can be positioned precisely and highly dynamically via traveling magnetic fields. No impurities Liquids can be moved without spilling and are not distributed in the plant.
  • Page 29: Components

    Product overview 3.7 Components A complete XPlanar system consists of the following Beckhoff com- ponents: • Tiles • Movers • Power cables • EtherCAT G cables • Industrial PC The individual components are defined via the type key and can be ordered separately.
  • Page 30: Mover

    Product overview 3.7.2 Mover Once placed on the tiles, the movers move highly dynamically on the top surface of the tiles. Collisions are avoided. Movers can be raised, lowered and tilted while in motion. The movers are available in the following versions: APM4330-0000 The APM4330-0000 mover with the dimensions 155 mm x 155 mm has a large number of screw-on points for mounting more complex,...
  • Page 31 Product overview ZK1B96-819A-0xxx The Industrial Ethernet/EtherCAT G/G10 cable for fixed installation is available in different lengths. Plug: ix Industrial™ type A to M12 bayonet straight, X-coded 0xxx - cable length 0030 – 3.0m 0050 – 5.0 m ZK7672-3031-3xxx The power cable for fixed installation is available in different lengths. Plug: B17 straight to B17 straight 0xxx - cable length 0002 – 0.2 m...
  • Page 32: Intended Use

    All components of the XPlanar are intended only to be programmed and commissioned with the help of the Beckhoff TwinCAT automa- tion software. Read the entire drive system documentation: •...
  • Page 33: Technical Data

    Technical data 4 Technical data 4.1 Definition The following sections contain definitions of terms, boundary condi- tions, operating data and technical data. 4.2 Boundary conditions All data are based on 24 °C ambient temperature and constant tile and mover temperature. The data can have a tolerance of +/- 10 %. Deviations between individual movers are possible.
  • Page 34: Data For Operation And Environment

    Operate the XPlanar only under the specified conditions Operate the Beckhoff XPlanar only under the operating and ambient conditions specified in this chapter. This ensures a long service life and proper operation.
  • Page 35: Intended Use

    For more demanding applications, it may be necessary to implement forced convection by fans or water cooling to prevent overheat- ing. ** For further information contact your local Beckhoff branch or sup- port@beckhoff.com. 4.5.1 Tiles Tiles...
  • Page 36: Electrical Data

    Technical data 4.6 Electrical data 4.6.1 Auxiliary supply Auxiliary supply Tolerance Input voltage [V ± 20 % Current consumption [A] 4.6.2 Power supply Power supply Tolerance Input voltage [V 3~ 380 ... 500 -15 %/+10 % Input frequency [Hz] 50 to 60 ±10% Input current [A 3~ 1.1 to 0.85 Inrush current peak at 380 V AC ...
  • Page 37: Mechanical Data

    Technical data 4.7 Mechanical data 4.7.1 Tiles APS4244-1x00 Tiles APS4244-1x00 Width [mm] Height [mm] Depth [mm] 97.3 Weight [g] 13500 Surface Hard anodized aluminum housing Maximum number of tiles per EtherCAT G master APS4224-1x00 Tiles APS4224-1x00 Width [mm] Height [mm] Depth [mm] 97.3 Weight [g] 8000 Surface Hard anodized aluminum housing Maximum number of tiles per EtherCAT G master APS4242-1x00...
  • Page 38: Mover

    Technical data 4.7.2 Mover APM4220-0000 Mover APM4220-0000 Length [mm] Width [mm] Height [mm] Weight [g] Surface Hard anodized aluminum housing APM4221-0000 Mover APM4221-0000 Length [mm] Width [mm] Height [mm] Weight [g] Surface Hard anodized aluminum housing APM4330-0000 Mover APM4330-0000 Length [mm] Width [mm] Height [mm] Weight [g] 1237 Surface Hard anodized aluminum housing APM4330-0001 Mover APM4330-0001...
  • Page 39: Dimensional Drawings

    Technical data 4.8 Dimensional drawings Dimensional drawings and 3D models online You have the possibility to download the dimensional drawings and 3D models of the individual components from the Beckhoff website: www.beckhoff.com/de-de/support/downloadfinder Version: 1.0.1 XPlanar ───...
  • Page 40: Machine Bed Sample Design

    Technical data 4.8.1 Machine bed sample design All figures in millimeters 2 x 2 ± 0,05 X ( 2 : 1 ) Position Name Drilling pattern with M6 threads for attaching optional heat sinks Outer drilling pattern for attaching the tile to the machine bed Position of the locating hole in the tile Inner drilling pattern for attaching the tile to the machine bed Position of the elongated hole in the tile...
  • Page 41 Technical data 6 segments Arrangement of different tiles The figure shows an example of a machine bed consisting of 6 seg- ments for APS4224, APS4242 and APS4244. 380 0,05 ± ± 0,05 ± 0,05 ± 0,05 X ( 2 : 1 ) Position Name Position of the elongated hole in the tile...
  • Page 42: Design Proposal Frame For Mover Coupling

    Technical data 4.8.2 Design proposal frame for mover coupling All figures in millimeters □ 240 ± 0,1 □ 220,4 ± 0,1 A- A ( 1 : 2 ) □ 214 ± 0,1 □ 207,3 ± 0,1 170 ± 0,1 80 ± 0,1 6 ±...
  • Page 43: Assembly Aid Sample Design

    Technical data 4.8.3 Assembly aid sample design All figures in millimeters 226 ± 0,2 Ø 5,5 (4x) ≥12 Version: 1.0.1 XPlanar ───...
  • Page 44: Packaging

    Packaging 5 Packaging The packaging contains the following handling instructions: ESD protection component The packaging contains electrostatically sensitive components. Prohibited for people with pacemakers The packaging contains components with magnetic fields. There is a risk for: • People fitted with cardiac pacemakers •...
  • Page 45: Esd Conductivity

    Packaging 5.1 ESD conductivity ESD conductive packaging is necessary for the safe delivery of some components. The foam inserts used, in which the components are supplied, have the following properties depending on the color: Foam inserts pink This foam is ESD conductive. Foam inserts white This foam is not ESD conductive.
  • Page 46: Scope Of Supply

    Scope of supply 6 Scope of supply Check the scope of supply for missing or damaged parts Check your delivery for completeness. If any parts are missing or became damaged during transport, contact the carrier, vendor or our service department immediately. Depending on the application, the scope of delivery may consist of different components.
  • Page 47: Transport And Storage

    Condensation water can lead to damage during subsequent op- eration or to rust formation. You have the option of storing components over a short or long pe- riod. Beckhoff recommends always using the original packaging for storage. Version: 1.0.1 XPlanar...
  • Page 48: Mechanical Installation - Part 1: Tiles

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles Installation example This chapter provides information about installing an XPlanar. The installation is described based on a simple symmetrical system with 2 x 3 tiles as an example. Follow the installation sequence Install the XPlanar in sequence.
  • Page 49: Installation Material

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.1.1 Installation material You will need screws and locating pins to install the tiles and the mechanical protection. The length of the screws and locating pins depends on the dimensions of the materials used. Screws for installing the tiles NOTICE Ensure that the screws have the correct length...
  • Page 50 : 3 1.2.0.9 A AC / 2 1.6...1.3 A AC D-33415 Verl Fax:+49 52 46 / 963 - 190 Input current : 3 1.2.0.9 A AC / 2 1.6...1.3 A AC Germany www.beckhoff.com Germany www.beckhoff.com Input frequency : 50...60 Hz Input frequency : 50...60 Hz...
  • Page 51 : 3 1.2.0.9 A AC / 2 1.6...1.3 A AC D-33415 Verl Fax:+49 52 46 / 963 - 190 Input current : 3 1.2.0.9 A AC / 2 1.6...1.3 A AC Germany www.beckhoff.com Input frequency : 50...60 Hz Germany www.beckhoff.com Input frequency : 50...60 Hz...
  • Page 52 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles Screws for installing the mechanical protection WARNING Ensure that the screws have the correct length Make sure that the screws have the correct length to ensure that the mechanical protection is securely fastened. If you use screws that are too short, the mechanical protection may come loose and the mover may leave the system in an un- controlled manner, causing serious injury.
  • Page 53 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles Number of screws required Depending on the position of the tile in the machine bed, you will need a different number of screws. The mechanical protection can be attached to any exposed outer side of a tile with two screws, re- sulting in the following number of screws: Version: 1.0.1 XPlanar...
  • Page 54: Machine Bed

    8.1.2 Machine bed The machine bed is not part of the scope of supply and must be pro- vided by the customer. Beckhoff recommends the following material for the milled machine bed: • Aluminum No magnetic materials may be used within a distance of 100  mm around a tile and 300 mm below a tile.
  • Page 55: Mechanical Protection

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.1.4 Mechanical protection Non-magnetic material can be used for the mechanical protection. The mechanical protection [1] must protrude at least 16 mm beyond the stator surface [2]. 4224-1x00 APS4242-1x00 APS4244-1x00 Width [A] Height [B] The mechanical protection  [1] must cover the entire width  [A] and height [B] of the tile [2].
  • Page 56: Press-In Processes And Pressing Positions

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.1.5 Press-in processes and pressing positions NOTICE Avoid high forces over 150 N on the mover Dirt and foreign objects between the mover and the tile as well as press-in processes on movers with high forces can lead to deflec- tion of the mover and damage to the tile.
  • Page 57 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles There must be no dirt or foreign objects  [1] between the mover  [2] and the cover [3] or the tile [4]. All dirt and foreign objects on the un- derside of the mover and on the surface of the cover or tile must be removed before force is applied to the mover.
  • Page 58 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles Force limits and temperature peaks If the movers  [1] are actively attracted to the tile  [2] by a position specification of ≤  0  mm, temperature peaks can occur. Monitor the temperature of the tile in the corresponding applications. To avoid temperature peaks: •...
  • Page 59: Installing Tiles

    : 3 380...500 V AC / 2 380...500 V AC D-33415 Verl Fax:+49 52 46 / 963 - 190 Input current : 3 1.2.0.9 A AC / 2 1.6...1.3 A AC Germany www.beckhoff.com Input frequency : 50...60 Hz X102 OUT X103 IN X100 OUT...
  • Page 60 : 3 380...500 V AC / 2 380...500 V AC D-33415 Verl Fax:+49 52 46 / 963 - 190 Input current : 3 1.2.0.9 A AC / 2 1.6...1.3 A AC Germany www.beckhoff.com Input frequency : 50...60 Hz X102 OUT X103 IN X100 OUT...
  • Page 61: Tile Installation

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.2.2 Tile installation Installation example The installation of the tiles is described using an APS4244-x000 tile as an example. ► Insert all locating pins [1] into the machine bed [2] ► Position the tile [1] with the locating pin hole and the elongated hole on the locating pins [2] Screwing the tiles Each tile must be attached to the machine bed with four screws.
  • Page 62 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.2.2.1 Tile orientation NOTICE Insert the tile correctly All tiles must have the same orientation in order to be able to control the movers. The coordinate origin is the same for each tile and is marked with a sticker. If a tile is not installed correctly, this will result in problems con- trolling the mover.
  • Page 63 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.2.2.2 Combining tiles Position Name APS4242-x000 APS4224-x000 APS4244-x000 You have the option of combining the three tile types APS4224- x000, APS4242-x000 and APS4244-x000 in your system. All tiles must be aligned with each other using the tile origin. It is forbidden to install the tiles APS4242-x000 [1] and APS4224-x000 [2] rotated by 90°, as the tiles then have different tile origins.
  • Page 64 Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.2.2.3 Offset of the tiles You have the option of arranging the tiles [1] with an offset of 40 mm to each other. ► Position another tile [1] with the hole and the elongated hole on the locating pins [2] ►...
  • Page 65: Mechanical Protection

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.2.3 Mechanical protection WARNING Secure the area around the stator surface Basically, electronic devices are not fail-safe. Movers can be- come detached from the stator surface in an uncontrolled manner due to power failure or system control faults. Secure the stator surface with a mechanical protection to prevent the mover from leaving in an uncontrolled manner.
  • Page 66: Surface

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.2.4 Surface Application of an easy-to-clean surface The application of an easy-to-clean surface supports the use of the XPlanar in the food industry and pharmaceutical applications. The surface must not be thicker than 0.5 mm. It must be non-mag- netic and have low electrical conductivity.
  • Page 67: Installing The Heat Sink

    Mechanical Installation – Part 1: Tiles 8.3 Installing the heat sink WARNING Do not touch tiles without personal protective equipment Touch hot tiles only with special thermal gloves. Avoid prolonged contact with hot components. Hot components can cause severe burns to body parts and limbs.
  • Page 68: Electrical Installation

    Cables are not in- cluded in the scope of supply. 9.2.1 Cables Beckhoff cables have been tested with regard to the materials, shielding and connection method used. They ensure proper func- tioning and compliance with statutory regulations such as EMC and UL.
  • Page 69: Laying

    Make sure that the cables lie in a posi- tion where they are protected against moving machine parts and their acceleration forces. Beckhoff recommends "fixed installation", because the cable is not suitable for drag chains. Observe the spec-...
  • Page 70 Phone:+495246 / 963-0 Fax:+495246 / 963 - 190 Cat. No. Lot No. : APS4244-1000-0000 : 01200815 Automation GmbH & Co. KG Germany Germany www.beckhoff.com Rev No. : 00170017 Automation GmbH & Co. KG Germany Germany www.beckhoff.com Rev No. : 00170017 Automation GmbH &...
  • Page 71 Electrical installation Only connect adjacent tiles with the power cable and the Ether- CAT G cable. Ideally, the power cable and the EtherCAT G cable of a tile are connected to the same other tile. Version: 1.0.1 XPlanar ───...
  • Page 72: Example Circuit

    Electrical installation 9.4 Example circuit You will receive an example of the cable assignment for establishing the power supply. The following table shows the assignment for the XPlanar power ca- ble: Wire color Signal Wire cross-section [mm²] Brown Black Gray Blue Green-Yellow + 24 V...
  • Page 73: Pin Assignment X100 Out

    Electrical installation 9.4.1 Pin assignment X100 OUT Identification Signal 24 V White 24 V Brown Black Gray Blue Green-Yellow PE, protective earth L3 PE 9.4.2 Pin assignment X101 IN Identification Signal 24 V 24 V White Brown Black Gray Blue Green-Yellow PE, protective earth L3 L1 9.4.3 Pin assignment X102 OUT Identification...
  • Page 74: Installing Cables

    First connect the power cables to the tiles. Then connect the Ether- CAT G cables. 9.5.1 Technical aids Uniform cabling Ideally, Beckhoff recommends connecting the same tiles with Ether- CAT G cables ZK1B96-8181, which are connected to each other via power cables ZK7672-3031. 9.5.2 Power cable...
  • Page 75 Electrical installation 9.5.2.2 Tile to tile ► Connect the connector of the power cable ZK7672-3031 [1] to connection X100 OUT [2] of the tile ► Locking the bayonet connector ► Connect the connector of the power cable ZK7672-3031 [1] to connection X101 IN [2] of the next tile ►...
  • Page 76: Ethercat G Cable

    Electrical installation 9.5.3 EtherCAT G cable Use the EtherCAT G cable ZK1B96‑8191‑0xxx to establish commu- nication between the tiles and the industrial PC. The EtherCAT  G cables ZK1B96-8181-0xxx can be used to connect up to three addi- tional tiles according to the Daisy Chain principle. Simplified representation For a better overview, only the tiles are shown when laying the EtherCAT G cables and the machine bed is not shown.
  • Page 77 Electrical installation 9.5.3.2 Tile to tile ► Connect connector [1] of the EtherCAT G/G10 cable ZK1B96-8181 to connection X102 OUT [2] ► Locking the bayonet connector ► Connect connector [1] of the EtherCAT G/G10 cable ZK1B96-8181 to connection X103 IN [2] of the next tile ► Locking the bayonet connector ►...
  • Page 78: Cover Plugs And Protective Caps

    If the supplied cover plugs and protective caps are no longer avail- able, you can order cover plugs and protective caps from Beckhoff. Further information can be found in chapter "Accessories", [Page  108].
  • Page 79: Grounding The Machine Bed

    The ground connection must be made with the largest possible cross-section, with a low impedance, over a large area and via a short connection to large conductive fastenings. Beckhoff recom- mends the use of wide connections with large contact surfaces, for example wide ground straps.
  • Page 80: Painted Surfaces

    Electrical installation 9.6.1 Painted surfaces ► Ground the painted surface with spring washer [1], washer [2], contact washer [3], nut [4] and bolt [5] 9.6.2 Unpainted surfaces Ground the unpainted surface with spring washer  [1], washer  [2], nut [3] and bolt [4] ─── XPlanar Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 81: Functional Earth

    Electrical installation 9.7 Functional earth Installation with protective conductor connection When installing electrical systems and components, the protective conductors must be connected first. They must be disconnected last when uninstalling. Depending on the magnitude of the leakage currents, observe the following regulations for the implementation of the protective con- ductor connection: •...
  • Page 82: Grounding Bar

    Electrical installation 9.7.1 Grounding bar The functional conductor connection [1] of the tile [2] must be con- nected to the grounding bar  [3]. In addition, the machine bed  [4] must be connected to the grounding bar  [3] with a functional con- ductor connection [5]. 9.7.2 Machine bed The functional conductor connection [1] of the tile [2] must be con- nected to the machine bed [3].
  • Page 83: System Test

    Electrical installation 9.8 System test NOTICE Avoid wiring faults in the control cabinet First, only connect the 24 V supply to the tiles and check the tile function. Accidental connection of 380 - 500 V instead of 24 V can lead to the destruction of all tiles. ►...
  • Page 84: Mechanical Installation - Part 2: Mover

    Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover 10 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover 10.1 Placing the mover WARNING Do not place the mover until the system test has been com- pleted The movers may only be placed once the mechanical installation - part 1, electrical installation and system test have been com- pleted.
  • Page 85: Transport

    Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover 10.1.1 Transport WARNING Carry each fixing packaging containing a mover and trans- port securing device individually If you carry two fixing packagings with one mover each and the distance between the movers is too small, the movers may attract each other.
  • Page 86: Positioning On A Tile

    Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover 10.1.2 Positioning on a tile Mount the tool before placing the mover If you use tools on the movers, mount the tool before placing the movers on the tiles. Further information can be found in chapter "In- stalling tool carriers and attached parts", [Page 89].
  • Page 87 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover 10.1.2.1 Mover alignment Position Name XY axes of the mover Sticker with coordinate origin When placing the movers, make sure that the XY axes of the mover [1] correspond to the XY axes of the tile. The coordinate ori- gin of the tile is used for orientation.
  • Page 88 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover WARNING Only grip the mover from the side When placing a mover on the tiles, only grip the mover from the side. Magnetic attraction both between the mover and the tile and be- tween two movers can result in serious injury to fingers from crushing and to eyes from splinters.
  • Page 89: Installing Tool Carriers And Attached Parts

    Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover 10.2 Installing tool carriers and attached parts Depending on the application, the movers can be equipped with the appropriate tool carriers and attached parts. Beckhoff recommends: • Use non-magnetic material. • Use non-magnetic screws.
  • Page 90 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover APM4221-0000 Position Name Threaded hole M4 x 6 Threaded hole M6 Locating hole Ø4 H7 x 4.5 APM4330-0000 Position Name Threaded hole M4 x 6 Locating hole Ø 4 H7 x 8 Threaded hole M6 APM4330-0001 Position Name Threaded hole M5 x 6 Locating hole Ø4 H7 x 10 ─── XPlanar Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 91 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover APM4550-0000 APM4550-0000-0000 Position Name Threaded hole M4 x 6 Locating hole Ø4 H7 x 8 Threaded hole M6 WARNING Keep the workplace free of metallic and magnetic materials Make sure that your workplace is free of metallic and magnetic materials before positioning the mover.
  • Page 92: Coupling Movers

    Before you start coupling the movers, you must provide a suitable frame and assembly aids. Dimensional drawings and 3D models online You have the option of downloading the dimensional drawings and 3D models for the frame and the assembly aid from the Beckhoff website: www.beckhoff.com/de-de/support/downloadfinder WARNING Do not use magnetic tools The included permanent magnets can attract used tools.
  • Page 93 Only non-magnetic screws may be used to mount the mover to the frame. The length of the screws  [1] for fastening the assembly aid  [2] de- pends on the height  X of the assembly aid. Beckhoff recommends the following screw depth in the frame [3]: • 10 mm The M5 screws must not protrude from the frame.
  • Page 94: Installing The Movers

    A x B ‒ C = D Variable Explanation Number of movers Maximum load of a mover Frame weight Total payload For further questions about mover coupling, please contact your lo- cal Beckhoff branch or Beckhoff Support: support@beckhoff.com ─── XPlanar Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 95 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover The work required for mover coupling should be carried out by two persons. The weight and dimensions require a second person to turn and transport the mover coupling. Installation example This chapter describes the mover coupling using a 2 x 2 frame and four movers APM4550-0000 as an example.
  • Page 96 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover ► To safely remove the bumpers, remove the mover [1] from the transport securing device [2] and turn it by 180° ► Place the mover in the transport securing device [2] with the un- derside facing upwards NOTICE Permanent magnets can attract tools The permanent magnets on the underside of the movers are now...
  • Page 97 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover Mover alignment All movers of the mover coupling must have the same orientation; different mover orientations are not permitted: APM4550-0000-0000 APM4550-0000-0000 APM4550-0000-0000 APM4550-0000-0000 APM4550-0000-0000 Note the orientation Before covering the first mover with an assembly aid, note the orien- tation of the mover in the frame.
  • Page 98 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover ► Insert the mover [1] into the frame [2] ► Secure the mover [1] with the assembly aid [2] and four screws [3] to prevent it from falling out ► Insert and secure further movers in the same way WARNING Two persons are required for turning the frame Two persons are required for turning the frame with the attached...
  • Page 99 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover WARNING Two persons are required for turning and carrying the frame Two persons are required for turning and carrying the frame with the attached assembly aids. The underside of the movers is per- manently magnetic and can attract other movers, mover cou- plings or magnetic parts.
  • Page 100 Mechanical Installation – Part 2: Mover ► Remove the four screws [1] ► Remove the assembly aid [2] from the frame ► Remove all other assembly aids in the same way ─── XPlanar Version: 1.0.1...
  • Page 101: Commissioning And Operation

    Commissioning and operation 11 Commissioning and operation Exemplary commissioning The procedure for commissioning is described as an example. 11.1 Requirements • Components show no signs of damage • The undersides of the movers are free from dirt and foreign ob- jects •...
  • Page 102: During Operation

    Commissioning and operation 11.3 During operation WARNING Uncontrolled movers can cause serious injuries After removing the controller enable or switching off the supply voltage, movers can move in an uncontrolled manner and cause serious injuries to fingers due to crushing and to eyes due to splinters.
  • Page 103: Maintenance Work On The Mover

    Maintenance work on the mover 12 Maintenance work on the mover 12.1 Replace bumper Depending on the configuration, the bumpers of the mover are equipped with an ID function. Bumpers without ID function can be exchanged for ID bumpers at any time. Installation example In this chapter, the bumper replacement is described using an APM4330-0000 mover as an example.
  • Page 104: Disassembly

    Maintenance work on the mover WARNING Transport the mover with the safety pictogram facing up- wards Always transport the movers with the safety pictograms facing upwards. The underside of the mover must be in the transport se- curing device. The transport securing device weakens the mag- netic field of the mover.
  • Page 105 Maintenance work on the mover ► Place the mover [1] in the transport securing device [2] with the underside facing upwards NOTICE Permanent magnets can attract tools The permanent magnets on the underside of the movers are now exposed and can attract tools used to remove the bumpers. Different bumper design possible Depending on the production date of your mover, the bumper may consist of one or four parts.
  • Page 106: Mounting

    Maintenance work on the mover 12.1.2 Mounting APM9001-0000-4330 LOT NR.: 39210504 Make sure that you align the ID bumper correctly. The labels on the mover and on the ID bumper must have the same orientation. Incor- rectly aligned ID bumpers can cause problems when controlling the movers.
  • Page 107 Maintenance work on the mover ► Remove the mover [1] from the transport securing device [2] and rotate it by 180° ► Place the mover [1] in the transport securing device [2] with the upper side facing upwards ► Place the mover [1] straight on the stator surface [3] with the up- per side facing upwards ►...
  • Page 108: Accessories

    Accessories 13 Accessories 13.1 ID bumper The XPlanar bumpers with ID function enables unique identification of the mover as well as reading out the individual serial number of the mover. The ID bumper is available in different versions: APM9001-0000-4220 This ID bumper is available for the APM4220-0000 mover. Scope of supply: •...
  • Page 109: Cover Plugs And Protective Caps

    Accessories 13.2 Cover plugs and protective caps ZS5000-0020 50 x The protective caps for M12 sockets are available for sealing un- used connections on the tiles and star distributors. Scope of supply: • 50 x protective cap for M12 socket, IP65/67 ZS7200-B001 10 x 10 x...
  • Page 110: Decommissioning

    Do not remove components from the products Only Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG is permitted to remove components. Contact Beckhoff Service for further information. Removing the XPlanar from the machine • Remove cables and electrical connections • Loosen the fastening screws of the modules •...
  • Page 111: Disposal

    Decommissioning 14.2 Disposal Depending on your application and the products used, ensure the professional disposal of the respective components: Cast iron and metal Dispose of cast and metal parts as scrap metal for recycling. Cardboard, wood and foam polystyrene Dispose of packaging materials made of cardboard, wood or foam polystyrene in accordance with the regulations.
  • Page 112: Index

    ID bumper  108 LED status indicator  20 Protective cap B17  109 Protective cap M12  109 Machine bed Material  54 BIC | Beckhoff Identification Code  25 Mechanical protection  55 DataMatrix code  25 Installation  65 BTN | Beckhoff Traceability Number  25 Installation material  52...
  • Page 113 Index De-energized and voltage-free state  17 Functional conductor  17 Grounding  16 Hot surfaces  17 Intended use  32 Keep the environment clean  16 Magnetic fields  16 Mover handling  16 Moving or rotating components  17 Overheating  17 Protective conductor  17 Safety pictograms  16 Shut down and secure the machine or plant  16...
  • Page 114 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.
  • Page 115 More Information: www.beckhoff.com/xplanar Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG Hülshorstweg 20 33415 Verl Germany Phone: +49 5246 9630 info@beckhoff.com www.beckhoff.com...

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