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PZ176, valid for E-464
BSc, ibs_CHe, 3/26/2025
E-464
PICA Piezo Amplifier
© 2025 Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Karlsruhe, Germany. The text, photographs, and drawings in
this manual are protected by copyright. With regard thereto, Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG retains
all the rights. The use of any text, images and drawings is permitted only in part and only when indicating
the source.
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First printing: 3/26/2025
Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany
Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,
www.pi.ws
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- Page 1 E-464 PICA Piezo Amplifier © 2025 Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Karlsruhe, Germany. The text, photographs, and drawings in this manual are protected by copyright. With regard thereto, Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG retains all the rights. The use of any text, images and drawings is permitted only in part and only when indicating the source.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Replacing fuses ..........................15 Cleaning ............................15 Troubleshooting Technical data Specifications ..........................17 Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 2 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws, www.pi.ws... - Page 3 Pin assignment ..........................18 8.3.1 2-pin high-voltage connector ......................18 Old equipment disposal Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 3 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws, www.pi.ws...
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Page 4: Introduction
1.1.2 Symbols and typographic conventions The following symbols and typographic conventions are used in the user manuals of PI: DANGER Imminently hazardous situation If not avoided, the hazardous situation will result in death or serious injury. -
Page 5: Figures
6. Fill out the request form and select SEND REQUEST. The download link will be sent to the e-mail address entered in the form. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 5 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 6: European Declarations Of Conformity
If possible: Take photographs or make videos of your system that can be sent to our customer service department if requested. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 6 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 7: Safety
Only install and operate E-464 after you have read and understood this user manual. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 7 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... - Page 8 E-464 may only be installed, started up, operated, maintained, and cleaned by authorized and appropriately qualified personnel. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 8 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,...
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Page 9: Product Description
The external voltage applied to the "Control In" BNC socket can be anywhere in the range of -10 V to +10 V, but may not have an active swing more than 11 V wide. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 9 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 10: Control Via Pc
With the driver library for NI LabVIEW software, analog control via a PC is possible via certain D/A converter boards by National Instruments. The drivers for NI LabVIEW from PI support all D/A converter boards by National Instruments that are compatible with DAQmx8.3. LabVIEW compatibility is given from version 7.1 of the driver library upwards. -
Page 11: Unpacking
Short Instructions for Housed Analog Piezo Electronics Technical Note "Analog Control via Driver Library for NI LabVIEW" E500T0011 Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 11 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 12: Installation And Startup
Do not cover the ventilation slots on the top side of the E-464. Install the device horizontally with 3 cm air circulation area. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 12 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 13: Connecting The Voltage
The denomination "positive" and "negative" refers to the sign of the voltage applied to the piezo actuator. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 13 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 14: Wiring Example
5. If an external analog signal is used, connect the signal source to the Control In BNC socket. If the signal range is not 1/100 of the output voltage. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 14 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 15: Maintenance
The outside surface of the case can be cleaned using mild detergents or disinfectant solutions. Organic solvents must not be used. Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 15 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Control In. The control input range is basically one one- hundredth of the output voltage (p. 9). Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 16 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 17: Technical Data
4.3 kg Dimensions 236 mm × 88 mm × 273 mm + handles Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 17 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws,... -
Page 18: Operating Limits
HV OUT: HV output, up to 1100 V PGND: Power ground Housing: cable shield, for protective ground Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG, Auf der Römerstraße 1, 76228 Karlsruhe, Germany page 18 / 19 Phone +49 721 4846-0, fax +49 721 4846-1019, e-mail info@pi.ws, www.pi.ws... -
Page 19: Old Equipment Disposal
Dispose of your old equipment according to international, national, and local rules and regulations. In order to fulfil its responsibility as the product manufacturer, Physik Instrumente (PI) SE & Co. KG undertakes environmentally correct disposal of all old PI equipment made available on the market after 13 August 2005 without charge.
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