Motion Range Setting By Mechanical Stops; Motion Range Setting Of Joint #1 - Epson VT Series Manipulator Manual

Setup & Operation 5. Motion Range

5.2 Motion Range Setting by Mechanical Stops

Using the adjustable mechanical stops (option) physically limits the absolute area that the
Manipulator can move.
Be sure to turn OFF the Manipulator in advance.
Use bolts conforming to the specified length and surface processing (ex:
with high corrosion resistance.
Specify the pulse range again after changing the position of the mechanical stop.
For details on the pulse range setting, refer to the the following section.
Setup & Operation 5.1 Motion Range Setting by Pulse Range (for All Arms).
Be sure to set the pulse range not to exceed the setting angles of the mechanical stop.

5.2.1 Motion Range Setting of Joint #1

Install the adjustable mechanical stop (J1) to the threaded hole corresponding to the angle
you want to set.)
Hexagon socket head cap bolt
Tightening torque
Angle (deg)
Pulse (pulse)
Adjustable mechanical stop (J1)
56
M4 × 28×1 bolt
4.0 ± 0.2 N·m (41 ± 2 kgf·cm)
a
±170
±8488472
Not applied
(standard)
nickel plating
b
−170 to +84
or −84 to +170
− 8488472 to +4194304,
or − 194304 to +8488472
Applied
VT Rev.1
)