Mount the motor – Rockwell Automation MPL-xxxx Servo Motor User Manual
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10 MP-Series Low-inertia Servo Motor with 100 mm to 165 mm Frame Size
Rockwell Automation Publication MP-IN001H-EN-P - January 2014
Rotatable Circular DIN Connector (catalog number MPL-xxxxx-xx7xxx)
The circular DIN connector housing can be rotated up to 180° in either direction.
Follow these steps to turn the DIN connectors.
1. Mount and fully seat a mating cable on the connector.
2. Grasp both connectors by their housings and slowly rotate them to the outside of the
motor.
If necessary, repeat this step for each connector (feedback or power/brake).
Apply force to only the connectors; do not apply force to the cable. Do not use tools (for
example, pliers and vise-grips) to rotate the connector.
Mount the Motor
Follow these steps to mount the motor.
1. Provide sufficient clearance, heatsink mass, and air flow for the motor so it stays within
the operating temperature range of 0…40 °C (32…104 °F).
Do not enclose the motor unless forced air is blown across the motor for cooling. Keep
other heat producing devices away from the motor. Heatsink requirements are listed in a
footnote to the
table.
2. Verify the axial and radial shaft loads of your application do not exceed those listed in
the
Motor Load Force Ratings on page 18
3. Place the motor with the connector housing pointing downward.
4. Mount and align the motor.
Electronic zero (index pulse or Stegmann ABS = 0) occurs when the shaft key or dimple
is aligned with the connectors.
Refer to
Mounting Dimensions
for a visual reference of this alignment.
ATTENTION: Connectors are designed to be rotated into a fixed position during motor installation, and remain
in that position without further adjustment. Do not rotate the connector multiple times, and do not use tools or
excessive force to rotate the connector. Excessive rotation or force can damage the connector seal and reduce
the international protection (IP) rating of the motor as outlined in
.
ATTENTION: Damage can occur to the motor bearings and the feedback device if sharp impact to the shaft is
applied during installation of couplings and pulleys.
Do not strike the shaft, couplings, or pulleys with tools during installation or removal.
ATTENTION: Outer surfaces of the motor can reach high temperatures of 125 °C (257 °F) during
operation.
Take precautions to prevent accidental contact with hot surfaces. Consider motor surface
temperature when selecting motor mating connections and cables.