Miniature Linear Stages Warranty Newport Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of shipment. If found to be defective during the warranty period, the product will either be repaired or replaced at Newport’s discretion.
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages EC Declaration of Conformity MFA Series EU Declaration of Conformity following Annex II-1A of Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery The manufacturer: MICRO-CONTROLE Spectra-Physics, 9, rue du bois sauvage F-91055 Evry FRANCE Hereby declares that the machinery: Description: "...
Note indicates additional information that must be considered by the user or operator. European Union CE Mark The presence of the CE Mark on Newport Corporation equipment means that it has been designed, tested and certified as complying with all applicable European Union (CE) regulations and recommendations.
Stop using the stage immediately, switch off the motor power and then disconnect the electronics power supply. After checking that smoke is no longer being emitted contact your Newport service facility and request repairs. Never attempt to repair the stage yourself as this can be dangerous. WARNING Make sure that this stage is not exposed to moisture and that liquid does not get into the stage.
When the carriage is in its end-of-run position, it is strongly recommended not to go beyond this point as this may damage the stage mechanism. CAUTION Contact your Newport service facility to request cleaning and specification control every year. viii...
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages Miniature Linear Stages MFA Series —Introduction This manual provides operating instructions for the stage that you have purchased in the MFA Series: • MFA-CC • MFA-PP • MFA-CCV6 • MFA-PPD REMARK Vacuum compatible stage to 10 hPa.
Miniature Linear Stages —Description Designed for space-limited applications and compact multi-axis assemblies, MFA Series linear stages supply very high resolution, single- axis translation in a low-cost, motorized package. Typical applications for this stage are fiber optic alignment, laser diode research, bio-medical applications and inspection systems.
168 points. Guaranteed and Typical Specifications Guaranteed maximum performance values are verified per Newport's A167 metrology test procedure. For more information, please consult the metrology tutorial section in the Newport catalog or at www.newport.com EDH0199En2041 — 12/18...
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages Load Characteristics and Stiffness Cz, Normal centered load capacity (N) -Cx, +Cx, Axial load capacity (N) α y α z Kax, Compliance in roll (µrad/Nm) ± C x Kay, Compliance in pitch (µrad/Nm) Q, Off-center load (N) Q ≤Cz ÷...
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages —Drives and Motors Stepper Drive Version Stepper-motor-driven stages are offered in one half-step drive version: MFA-PP & MFA-PPD. Micro-Step Drive This is the drive for stepper or pulse-driven motors, transmitted by the electronic unit, which entails a theoretical movement of the motor by one fraction of a full-step.
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages Command Signals for the DC-Motor MOTION Direction + + Motor Direction + – Motor –V Direction – MOTION In the above drawings, + Motor signal is referred to – Motor signal. When the stage moves in + Direction, the + Motor voltage is higher than –...
Power Supply “Encoder” are “differential pair” (type RS-422) type output signals. Using these signals permits a high immunity to noise. Emission circuits generally used by Newport are 26LS31 or MC3487. Reception circuits to use are 26LS32 or MC3486. Pinouts The pinout diagram for the MFA-PP stages mini-DIN9 connector is shown below.
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– End-of-Run – End-of-Run N.C. Encoder Phase A N.C. Encoder Phase B +5 V +5 V N.C. Encoder Phase /A N.C. Encoder Phase /B N.C. N.C. Pin #13 of SUB-D25M is reserved for internal logic for Newport controller. EDH0199En2041 — 12/18...
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages —Connection to Newport Controllers Warnings on Controllers Controllers are intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with safety precautions required to avoid possible injury. Read the controller user’s manual carefully before operating the instrument and pay attention to all written warnings and cautions.
These stages are ESP compatible. Enhanced System Performance is Newport's exclusive technology that enables Newport ESP motion controllers to recognize the connected Newport ESP stage and upload the stage parameters. This ensures that the user can operate the motion system quickly and safely.
Miniature Linear Stages —Connection to Non-Newport Electronics MFA-PPD & MFA-CC Connections WARNING Newport is not responsible for malfunction or damage of MFA stages when used with non-Newport controllers. WARNING Newport guarantees “ ” compliance of MFA stages only if used with Newport cables and controllers.
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages MFA-PP Stage WARNING The MFA-PP stage is equipped with a mini-DIN9 non-standard connector and must only be used with our Newport NSC200 controller/driver. NSC200 Single-Axis Low-Power Motion Controller/Driver. —Dimensions MODEL SHOWN: MFA MFA-PP: MINI-DIN9 CONNECTOR DIMENSIONS IN INCHES (AND MILLIMETERS) 4 HOLES C’BORED,...
MFA Series Miniature Linear Stages —Accessories NOTE These plates are not included with MFA stages and must be ordered separately. MFA-BK Plate The MFA-BK top plate is used for XZ and XYZ assemblies with MFA stages. 4 HOLES C’BORED (9.65) FOR M2 SCREW .24 (6)
CAUTION Any attempt to disassemble or repair a stage without prior authorization will void your warranty. Calibration CAUTION It is recommended to return your MFA stage to Newport once a year for recalibration to its original specifications. EDH0199En2041 — 12/18...
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Service Form Your Local Representative Tel.: Fax: Name: Return authorization #: (Please obtain prior to return of item) Company: Address: Date: Country: Phone Number: P.O. Number: Fax Number: Item(s) Being Returned: Model #: Serial #: Description: Reasons of return of goods (please list any specific problems): EDH0199En2041 —...
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