Rockwell Automation MPMA Integrated Multi-Axis Linear Stages - Manual (Page 36)

36 Rockwell Automation Publication MPMA-UM001B-EN-P - November 2010
Chapter 4 Mounting and Connecting the MP-Series Integrated Multi-axis Linear Stage
1. Be sure the mounting surface is clear of any and all foreign material.
If necessary, stone the mounting surface (acetone or methanol may be
applied as cleaning agent).
2. Verify the flatness of the surface to which the linear stage is to be mounted.
The total indicator reading (TIR) is 0.0254 mm (0.001 in.) per 300 mm
(12 in.). TIR or runout, correlates to an overall flatness of a surface.
3. Lift the multi-axis stage onto and the prepared mounting surface and align.
4. Insert the supplied tee nut bar and center it in the T-slot, long stages will
require multiple tee nut bars, be sure to install tee nut bars in both T-slots.
5. Secure the linear stage by using all mounting holes. Torque all mounting
bolts to 3.2 N•m (48 lb•in).
Mount Your Application
Mount your application to the carriage using the following bolts and torque
values:
IMPORTANT
Do not use abrasives to clean the surface.
ATTENTION: Do not attempt to move the multi-axis stage by
grasping a cable junction box. Moving the multi-axis stage in
this manner will damage it and create a pinch or crush hazard.
The junction box is attached to the carriage, which is free to
move. Lifting the multi-axis stage in this manner allows
uncontrolled movement of the heavy base.
Always use a three-person lift and grasp the multi-axis stage by
the base axis at the end caps Keeping fingers clear of the upper
axis and it carriage’s path of travel.
Personal injury and equipment damage may occur if the linear
stage is handled improperly.
Cat. No. Bolt Torque
N•m (lb•in)
MPAS-x6xxxx-xxxxxx M6 3.2 (48)
MPAS-x8xxxx-xxxxxx M8 10.1 (90)
MPAS-x9xxxx-xxxxxx M8 10.1 (90)