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LINEAR ENCODER Precautions • While the linear encoder and the linear servo motor should be oil and dust proofed, oil and dust proofing are especially important for the linear encoder. For details, contact the manufacturer of the linear encoder being used. •...
Compatible encoder list Precautions For the linear encoders that can be used with your servo amplifier, contact your local sales office. 1 LINEAR ENCODER 1.2 Compatible encoder list...
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For information on suitable operating environments and linear encoder specifications such as temperature, vibration resistance, and IP ratings, contact the product manufacturer. Encoder type Manufacturer Model Resolution Rated Effective Communication Absolute speed measurement method position length detection (maximum) system Compatible Absolute Magnescale...
*1 The values shown in this table are the manufacturer specification values. When the linear encoder is used with the MELSERVO-JET series servo amplifiers, the specification value is the lowest value of either the value indicated in the table or the rated speed of the servo motor.
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-ECNM connector set as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side Housing: 1-172161-9 Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 Connector pin: 170359-1 (3M) (TE Connectivity or equivalent) Cable clamp: MTI-0002...
AT543A-SC/AT545A-SC Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Encoder cable Linear encoder AT543A-SC/AT545A-SC Output cable Head cable Conditions Encoder cable Output cable Head cable When using an optional encoder (1) MR-EKCBL_M-H Linear encoder accessory Linear encoder accessory...
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-ECNM connector set as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side Housing: 1-172161-9 Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 Connector pin: 170359-1 (3M) (TE Connectivity or equivalent) P5 (+5 V)
ST743A/ST744A/ST748A Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Encoder cable Linear encoder ST743A/ST744A/ST748A Head cable For the signal adjustment and confirmation, connect the following equipment. Personal Software for computer Conversion unit signal adjustment Conditions...
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side Shell: HDAB-15S MR-J3CN2 Shield cover: HDA-CTH Receptacle: 36210-0100PL...
ST1341A/ST1342A Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Encoder cable Linear encoder ST1341A/ST1342A Head cable Conditions Encoder cable Head cable When using an optional encoder (1) Options manufactured by Mitutoyo Linear encoder accessory cable Part No.06ACF117A: 5 m...
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side Shell: HDAB-15S MR-J3CN2 Shield cover: HDA-CTH Receptacle: 36210-0100PL...
Linear encoder manufactured by Heidenhain Precautions • The absolute position battery is not required when constructing an absolute position detection system. LC 495M/LC 195M (absolute position type) Precautions • This linear encoder is a four-wire type. To use this linear encoder, change the servo parameter to select the four-wire type. Refer to the following.
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side MR-J3CN2 Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 (3M) 5 V/sensor...
LIC 4193M/LIC 4195M/LIC 4197M/LIC 4199M/LIC 2197M/LIC 2199M (absolute position type) Precautions • These linear encoders are two-wire type or four-wire type. When using a four-wire type linear encoder, change the servo parameter to select the four-wire type. Refer to the following. MR-JET-G User's Manual (Parameters) Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram.
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable 1 (two-wire type) Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side MR-J3CN2 Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008...
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■Encoder cable 2 (four-wire type) Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side MR-J3CN2 Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 (3M) 5 V/sensor 0 V/sensor View from the wiring side. Connector set: 54599-1019 Plate (Molex) Connector: D-SUB (female) 15 pin View from the wiring side. *1 Encoder cables that meet the following specifications are recommended.
LIDA 483/LIDA 485/LIDA 487/LIDA 489/LIDA 287/LIDA 289/LIF 481/ LIP 6081 (incremental type) Precautions • This linear encoder is a four-wire type. To use this linear encoder, change the servo parameter to select the four-wire type. Refer to the following. MR-JET-G User's Manual (Parameters) Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram.
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side MR-J3CN2 Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 (3M) 5 V/sensor...
Linear encoder manufactured by Magnescale Precautions • SR27A, SR67A, SR77, and SR87 are absolute position type encoders. SR75 and SR85 are incremental type encoders. • The absolute position battery is not required when constructing an absolute position detection system. SR77/SR87/SR75/SR85 Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram.
SL710 + PL101-RM/RHM (incremental type) Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Encoder cable Interpolator Linear encoder MJ832 SL710 PL101-RM/RHM Conditions Encoder cable Interpolator When using an optional encoder (1) Options manufactured by Magnescale Linear encoder accessory cable...
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Fabricating the encoder cable used to connect the servo amplifier and interpolator Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side Plug: 36110-3000FD...
SR27A/SR67A Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Linear encoder SR27A/SR67A Encoder cable (model: CH23_) *1 This optional cable is manufactured by Magnescale and should be prepared by the customer. SQ10 + PQ10 + MQ10 (incremental type) Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram.
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Fabricating the encoder cable used to connect the servo amplifier and interpolator Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side MQ10 side Plug: 10114-3000PE (3M)
Linear encoder manufactured by Renishaw Precautions • The absolute position battery is not required when constructing an absolute position detection system. RESOLUTE RL40M (absolute position type) Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Linear encoder Encoder cable...
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side MR-J3CN2 Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 (3M) View from the wiring side.
EVOLUTE EL40M (absolute position type) Precautions • The absolute position battery is not required when constructing an absolute position detection system. Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Linear encoder Encoder cable EVOLUTE EL40M Output cable...
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side MR-J3CN2 Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 (3M) View from the wiring side.
Linear encoder PSLH041 manufactured by NIDEC SANKYO (Incremental type) Cable structure Prepare a cable based on the following configuration diagram. ■For the linear servo motor Servo amplifier Linear encoder Encoder cable PSLH041 Output cable Encoder cable Output cable (1) MR-J3CN2 connector set (2) Junction connector Linear encoder accessory Page 32 Encoder cable...
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Fabricating the encoder cable Fabricate the encoder cable using the MR-J3CN2 connector set and junction connector as shown below. The encoder cable may be as long as 30 m. ■Encoder cable Connector set (optional) Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side MR-J3CN2 Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 (3M) RQ|DT...
A/B/Z-phase differential output type encoder Precautions This section explains how to connect an A/B/Z-phase differential output type encoder to a servo amplifier. Fabricate the encoder cable using an MR-J3CN2 connector set as shown in the following wiring diagram. Page 36 Internal wiring diagram Use the encoder that satisfies the specifications described in this section.
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Tolerable resolution range The following table shows the tolerable resolution of the A/B/Z-phase differential output type encoder. Select an encoder that has a resolution within this range. Encoder type Tolerable resolution Linear encoder 0.001 [μm] to 5 [μm] Item Linear encoder resolution [µm] 0.001 0.005 0.01...
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Servo amplifier input signal permissible level The input circuit of the servo amplifier is as shown in the following diagram. Use the encoder whose high and low signal levels at the CN2 connector contact of each phase can be within the following specified values. •...
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Internal wiring diagram Fabricate cables using wire that can withstand repetitive bending. The maximum cable length is 30 m for RS-422 communication. However, the cable length may need to be shorter due to the power supply voltage drop or the specifications of the encoder being used.
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■For encoders with a current consumption of more than 350 mA Precautions • When turning on the power, turn on the encoder, then turn on the servo amplifier. When turning off the power, turn off the servo amplifier, then turn off the linear encoder. External 5 V DC power supply Servo amplifier-side A/B/Z-phase differential...
OPTION CABLES/CONNECTOR SETS MR-EKCBL_M-H encoder cable Model explanations Model: Long bending life Long bending life Symbol Cable length [m] Cable structure The table below shows the structure of this option cable. IP rating Flex life Length Core size Number Characteristics of one core Cable OD Recommended of cores...
Internal wiring diagram Servo amplifier-side Linear encoder-side Plate MR-ECNM connector set The following shows the connector combination for this connector set. IP rating Parts Description IP20 Connector set MR-ECNM Servo amplifier-side connector Receptacle: 36210-0100PL Shell kit: 36310-3200-008 (3M) Connector set: 54599-1019 (Molex) Junction connector Housing: 1-172161-9 Connector pin: 170359-1...
DETAILED EXPLANATION OF [AL. 02A LINEAR ENCODER ERROR 1] If the cause of [AL. 02A Linear encoder error 1] cannot be identified, confirm the alarm display details in MR Configurator2, then contact the manufacturer of the product being used. Alarm No. Detail [AL.
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MEMO 3 DETAILED EXPLANATION OF [AL. 02A LINEAR ENCODER ERROR 1]...
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IB(NA)-0300523ENG-A(2007)MEE MODEL: MODEL CODE: HEAD OFFICE : TOKYO BUILDING, 2-7-3 MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8310, JAPAN NAGOYA WORKS : 1-14 , YADA-MINAMI 5-CHOME , HIGASHI-KU, NAGOYA , JAPAN When exported from Japan, this manual does not require application to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry for service transaction permission. Specifications are subject to change without notice.