Rockwell Automation MPAS Integrated Linear Stages - Manual (Page 29)

Rockwell Automation Publication MP-UM001D-EN-P - September 2013 29
Mounting and Connecting Chapter 4
• For stages 1 meter (39.3 in.) or longer, use support straps at the 1/4
and 3/4 length points to avoid distorting the base. Use this support
system whenever the linear stage must be lifted.
6. Move the linear stage to a solid support surface before removing the
shipping brace.
7. Remove the four socket-head cap screws (SHCS) from the shipping brace.
The figure below lists the correct hex wrench for each linear stage.
8. Lift the shipping brace off the linear stage and set it aside.
9. Remove the plastic wrap enclosing the linear stage and set it aside.
10. Remove the four SHCS that secure the shipping clamp.
11. Remove the four square nuts loosened in the previous step, by sliding each
nut to the end of channel.
ATTENTION: The carriage is free to move once the shipping brace is removed.
Use additional care when handling the linear stage after the brace is removed.
Unexpected carriage movement can cause personal injury.
Support Straps
1/4 1/4 1/4 1/4
End Cap End Cap
Shipping Brace
3M SHCS, washer, and nut (x4) Shipping Clamp
M6 x 75 SHCS (x2) for
MPAS-x6xxxxx (150 mm)
M6 x 75 SHCS (x2) for
MPAS-x8xxxxx (200 mm) or
MPAS-x9xxxxx (250 mm)
M6 x 30 SHCS (x2) for
MPAS-x6xxxxx (150 mm)
M8 x 30 SHCS (x2) for
MPAS-x8xxxxx (200 mm) or
MPAS-x9xxxxx (250 mm)