SS Actuator Operating Manual Intelligent Actuator, Inc.
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Table of Contents SS Actuator 1. Foreword ................................................................................................................................................... 2 2. Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................................... 2 3. Cabling Precautions ............................................................................................................................. 3~4 4.
SS Actuator 1. Foreword Thank you for purchasing the SS Actuator. This manual explains the structure, correct operation and maintenance of the SS Actuator. Please read this manual carefully before using the actuator. For more complete information on operating the actuator, please refer to the controller operating manual. 2. Safety Precautions Basic Operating Instructions • Please do not attempt to use or operate the actuator in any manner not indicated in this manual or the controller manual.
SS Actuator 3. Cabling Precautions When using the Robo Cylinder actuator and controller to build an application system, it is important to position and lay out the cable correctly. If this is not done, the cable may snap or have a faulty connection that could lead to a variety of problems which in turn could cause the actuator to run out of control. Below, we explain the things not to do to ensure that the cables are connected in the correct fashion.
SS Actuator (7) If placing cable in a cable track or flexible tube then, take sure it does not twist around. Also, make sure the cables have some freedom of movement and are not bunched up (cable should not project out at bending points). OK (8) The amount of cable placed inside a cable track should fill (9) Do not mix the signal line in with a high voltage circuit. about 60% of the space in the cable track. Cable track Power supply circuit Duct Signal line (flat cable, etc.
SS Actuator 4. Name of the Parts The name of the actuator parts are indicated below. The left and right sides are indicated by looking at the actuator from the motor end with the actuator set down horizontally. Front end means the side opposite the motor end.
SS Actuator 5. Transporting and Handling 5.1 Handling the Packed Unit Unless there are special instructions, the actuator is shipped with each axis packed separately. Please take care that the shipping box is not dropped or subjected to strong impact during transport. w The operator should not carry heavy shipping boxes by himself. w If the shipping box is left standing, it should be in a horizontal position. w Do not climb on top of the shipping box. w Do not place heavy objects on top of the shipping box.
SS Actuator 7. Installation We'll describe the installation process using a single axis unit. There are tapped holes for mounting on the back side of the actuator. The tap effective length for base mounting is indicated in the table below. Please make sure that the bolt tip does not overhang. Tap Effective Length SS Small Type 8mm SS Medium Type 10mm 7.1 Attaching the Slider Carrying the Payload • • • • • • The mounting table should have sufficient rigidity to avoid generating vibration.
SS Actuator 7.3 Clamp Screws • The screws for mounting the base should be M5 for SS-Small (S) Type, and M8 for the SS-Medium (M) Type (use hexagon sockets). • For the bolts, we recommend high strength bolts of ISO- 10.9 or higher.
SS Actuator 10. Setting Home Position 10.1 Principle of the Homing Operation IA performs homing in the following manner. The moving direction is determined by the parameters set by the homing command. The software senses the mechanical end in the homing operation. The slider reverses direction when this end is reached and the place where the Z phase signal is detected becomes the reference point. The slider travels further by an offset amount defined by the parameters and this position becomes home.
SS Actuator 11. Maintenance 11.1 Maintenance Schedule Perform maintenance work according to the schedule below. Maintenance Checkpoints Visual inspection Check for loose dust shield Check interior Lubrication Start of operation m After 1 month of operation m m After 6 months of operation m m m After 1 year of operation m m m m Seminually thereafter m m Annually thereafter m m m m Note 1: The above schedule assumes running time is 8 hours per day.
SS Actuator 11.4 Lubricating the Guide Bearing Block 11.4-1 What Grease to Use Use lithium grease no.2. When we ship the unit, we use the following grease. Idemitsu Kosan Daphne Eponex Grease No.2 Other companies also sell a grease similar to this. If odering from another maker, give the name of this product and request something comparable. Comparable products include the following: Showa Shell Oil Albania Grease No. 2 Mobil Oil Mobilux 2 11.
SS Actuator 11.5 Lubricating the Ball Screw 11.5-1 Ball Screw Grease When we ship the units, we use the following grease which is specifically for ball screws. Kyodo Yushi Ball temp LRL3 This product is well suited for ball screws and has excellent properties such as low heat generation. We recommend it when doing maintenance work but for consistency it is all right to use the same grease used for the guide. There is no problem using the two together since both are lithium type grease.
SS Actuator 12. Warranty 12.1 Warranty Period The warranty period is one year after IAI America ships the unit. 12.2 Scope of Warranty If a breakdown occurs within the period specified above and is due to the manufacturer's error, we will repair the unit at no cost. However, the following items are not covered by this warranty. w Faded paint or other changes that occur naturally over time. w Consumable components that wear out with use.
Intelligent Actuator, Inc. 2690 W. 237th Street Torrance, CA 90505 310-891-6015 / 310-891-0815 (Fax) www. intelligentactuator.com Publication Date: September 2000 Publication No.
