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Inuktun Microtrac
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Eddyfi technologies Inuktun Microtrac User Manual

Inuktun Services Ltd.
2569 Kenworth Road, Suite C
Nanaimo, BC, V9T 3M4
CANADA
info@eddyfitechnologies.com
www.eddyfitechnologies.com
2569 Kenworth Road, Suite C
Nanaimo, BC, V9T 3M4
CANADA
info@eddyfitechnologies.com
www.eddyfitechnologies.com
INUKTUN MICROTRAC™
Microtrac™
Document: UMDB007595.docm
Revision: B13
Created by: KB
Date: 17 Nov 2019
3042830-B13
Source Location: C:\ePDM\ISLEng\products\db-microtracs4000\manuals\UMDB007595.docm
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Table of Contents
About This Manual ........................................................................................................................................ 3
Description .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Precautions ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Certification ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Connector Pin-Out .................................................................................................................................... 6
Load and Speed Specifications ................................................................................................................ 7
Basic Loading Specifications ................................................................................................................. 7
Influences on Loading ............................................................................................................................ 8
Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
System Setup .............................................................................................................................................. 13
Mounting the Track ................................................................................................................................. 13
Flange Adapter ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Connector Handling ................................................................................................................................ 16
Impulse Connector: Lubrication and Cleaning ..................................................................................... 16
Belt Installation........................................................................................................................................ 17
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 22
Rinsing and Cleaning .............................................................................................................................. 22
Scheduled Maintenance and Servicing .................................................................................................. 22
Overhaul ................................................................................................................................................. 23
Parts and Repairs ....................................................................................................................................... 24
Ordering Parts/Customer Service ........................................................................................................... 24
Warranty Repairs .................................................................................................................................... 24
Factory Returns to Canada ..................................................................................................................... 25
Product/System Drawing Package Availability ....................................................................................... 25
Limited Warranty Policy .............................................................................................................................. 26
Microtrac™
Document: UMDB007595.docm
Revision: B13
Created by: KB
Date: 17 Nov 2019
3042830-B13
Source Location: C:\ePDM\ISLEng\products\db-microtracs4000\manuals\UMDB007595.docm
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About This Manual
This manual has been prepared to assist you in the operation and maintenance of your Eddyfi Technologies’ Inuktun equipment. Correct and prudent operation rests with the operator who must thoroughly understand the operation, maintenance, service and job requirements. The specifications and information in this manual are current at the time of printing.
This product is continually being updated and improved. Therefore, this manual is meant to explain and define the functionality of the product. Furthermore, schematics or pictorials and detailed functionality may differ slightly from what is described in this manual.
Eddyfi Technologies reserves the right to change and/or amend these specifications at any time without notice. Customers will be notified of any changes to their equipment.
Information in this manual does not necessarily replace specific regulations, codes, standards, or requirements of others such as government regulations.
This manual copyright © 2019 by Inuktun Robotics Inc. All rights reserved.
Description
Inuktun Microtrac™ 4000 is a small, self-contained tractor module complete with its own electric motor and drive train. They are designed for harsh environments including confined spaces, underwater, radioactive areas, and in some harsh chemical solutions. Microtrac modules may be operated in pairs to make a steerable platform or used in-line to fit in small spaces. Applications include storm and sewer pipe inspection, use with bomb disposal robots, industrial inspection, and custom vehicles for nuclear facility inspection and waste cleanup. Microtracs are made in three varieties: aluminum, brass or stainless steel. The choice of track material will depend on its end use. In all versions, the final drive power is delivered through a deep lug rubber track belt in either standard or extended length. As well, the track can be configured for both left-hand or right-hand operation.
Microtrac™
Document: UMDB007595.docm
Revision: B13
Created by: KB
Date: 17 Nov 2019
3042830-B13
Source Location: C:\ePDM\ISLEng\products\db-microtracs4000\manuals\UMDB007595.docm
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Specifications
Microtrac™
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Precautions
IMPORTANT: When configuring a 70V system, check to see if the tracks are
compatible. Older versions of 4000 series Microtracs™ are not 70V
compatible. Look for the Wide Input Voltage symbol \V/ located on the side plate of the track indicating 70V compatibility.
Certification
The product is built in accordance with:
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC and Directive 2014/30/EU
Microtrac™
Document: UMDB007595.docm
Revision: B13
Created by: KB
Date: 17 Nov 2019
3042830-B13
Source Location: C:\ePDM\ISLEng\products\db-microtracs4000\manuals\UMDB007595.docm
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Connector Pin-Out
Standard Tracks
The embedded Microtrac 4000™ uses a 4-pin Impulse IE-55 connector on the side of the track to connect power and communications. Contact Eddyfi Technologies for details of the RS-485 control protocol.
Note: Pin-out is shown for the Bulkhead Connector on the track.
Direct Drive Tracks
The embedded Microtrac 4000 uses a 6-pin Impulse IE-55 connector on the side of the track to connect motor power, encoder power and encoder signals. Contact Eddyfi Technologies for details of the encoder feedback.
Note: Pin-out is shown for the Bulkhead Connector on the track.
Microtrac™
Document: UMDB007595.docm
Revision: B13
Created by: KB
Date: 17 Nov 2019
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Load and Speed Specifications
Basic Loading Specifications
Microtrac™
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The above diagram details the speed and loading specifications of the standard and high-torque Microtracs™. There are four regions defining performance:
• Continuous Duty: Preferred operating region.
• Short Term Operation: Operation permitted for several minutes.
• Intermittent: Surge loading allowable for a few seconds at a time.
• Stalled / Jammed Condition: Automatic limiting is engaged to protect the motor and gearing.
Do not operate the track in the stalled or jammed condition.
Influences on Loading
For a typical tracked vehicle there are multiple factors that can increase load and diminish track performance. These include the following and are detailed below:
• Additional Payload
• Inclines
• Effects of Differential Steering (skid steering with parallel tracks)
• Curved Geometry of a pipe
• Elevated Temperature / Poor Heat Sinking / Thermal Shut-Down
Additional Payload
Additional Payload may be added to the track, but the expected pull performance must be de-rated as per the calculation below. Additional payload also affects differential steering, inclines and curved pipe geometry (see below).
Pull Reduction = 0.25 x Extra Weight
Inclines
Inclines cause the track to lift the vehicle weight against gravity and increase the track pulling load. Calculate the incline load using the equation below. Magnetic downforce does not affect loading from inclines — only forces from gravity. Note that the constant load from gravity becomes a significant factor on vertical surfaces because the motor is working to resist the load even when the track is stopped.
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