RCP4 Actuator
Slider Type/Rod Type
First Step Guide
Sixth Edition
Thank you for purchasing our product.
Make sure to read the Safety Guide and detailed Instruction Manual (DVD) included with the product in addition to
this First Step Guide to ensure correct use.
This Instruction Manual is original.
• Using or copying all or part of this Inst ruction Manual without permission is prohibited.
• The company names, names of products and trademarks of each company shown in the sentences are registered
trademarks.
Product Check
This product is comprised of the following parts if it is of standard configuration.
If you find any fault in the contained model or any missing parts, contact us or our distributor.
1. Parts (The option is excluded.)
No.! Part Name Model Quantity Remarks!
1 Actuator Main Body! Refer to How to read the model No.! 1
Accessories
2
Motor • Encoder Cable*1
1
3 Home Position Marking Sticker Packaged in slider type
4 Nut Packaged in rod type :
Refer to list below
5 First Step Guide 1
6 Instruction Manual (DVD) 1
7 Safety Guide 1
*1 Please refer to the wiring layout for the enclosed motor cable and encoder cable.
(List of Included Nut Type)
Model No.
Nut
(M8×1.25)
Nut
(M10×1.25)
Nut
(M14×1.5)
RA3C, RA3R 1
RA5C, RA5R 1
RA6C, RA6R 1
2. How to read the model plate
3. How to read the Model No.
3.1 Slider Type
RCP4 − SA5C − I − 42P − 3 − 50 − P3 − P − B − **
[Refer to the catalog or Instruction Manual (DVD) for specification details.]
Note 1 Identification for IAI use only : It may be displayed for IAI use. It is not a code to show the model
type.
3.2 Rod Type
RCP4 − RA5C − I − 42P − 3 − 50 − P3 − P − B − **
[Refer to the catalog or Instruction Manual (DVD) for specification details.]
Note 1 Identification for IAI use only : It may be displayed for IAI use. It is not a code to show the model type.
(Note) The monitor type 42SP is equipped only with Lead 3, and 56SP only with Lead 4, and they are
equipped with a brake in standard. There is no variation of reversed type and no-brake type.
Precautions in Handling
1. Handling of the Packed Product
Take the greatest care in transporting the product, not to bump or drop it.
• An operator should never attempt to carry a heavy package on his own.
• When setting down the package temporarily, keep it horizontal.
• Do not step on the package.
• Do not place on the package a heavy object that may cause the box deformation or apply stress on it.
2. Handling of the Unpacked Product
Do not transport the actuator by holding the cable or move it by pulling the cable.
• When the actuator is taken out from the package and handled, hold the base section.
• When the stainless sheet is attached, never hold the stainless sheet section.
• When transporting the actuator, be careful not to hit it against other objects. In particular, pay attention
to the side cover.
• Do not give any unnatural force to any of the sections in the actuator. In particular, pay attention not to
apply any force on the stainless steel sheet if the actuator is equipped with the stainless steel sheet.
Environments for Installation, Storage and Preservation
1. Installation Environment
Please attempt to avoid installing the product to such places as listed below.
It is generally the environment where a worker can work without any protection gear.
Also, make sure to keep enough space necessary for maintenance work.
• Place where exposed to radiant heat from a huge heat sourc e such as heat treatment
• Place where the ambient temperature goes out of the applicabl e range from 0 to 40°C
• Place where condensation would occur due to sudden temper ature change
• Place where the relative humidity exceeds 85% RH
• Place where exposed to the direct sunlight
• Place where corrosive gas or flammable gas exist
• Place where it contains a lot of dust, salt or iron (Outside of an ordinary assembly plant)
• Place where water, oil (includes oil mist and cutting fluid) or chemical is splashed
• Place where the product main body receives vibration or hit impact
• Place with an altitude of 2,000m or more
Make sure to have a treatment for blocking when using in the following conditions:
• Place where noise is generated by such facts as static electricity
• Place where exposed to the influence of strong electric or magnetic fi eld
• Place where exposed to the influence of ultraviolet or radiant r ays
2. Storage and Preservation Environment
• The storage and preservation environment should comply with the sa me standards as those for the installation
environment. In particular, when the machine is to be stored for a long time, pay close attention to
environmental conditions so that no dew condensation forms.
• Unless specially specified, moisture absorbency protection is not included i n the package when the machine is
delivered. In the case that the machine is to be stored and preserved in an environment where dew
condensation is anticipated, take the condensation preventive measures from outside of the entire package, or
directly after opening the package.
• For storage and preservation temperature, the machine withstands temperat ures up to 60°C for a short time,
but in the case of the storage and preservation period of 1 month or more, control the temperature to 50°C or
less.
• The product should be settled in the horizontal orientation while in storage and reservation. In the case it is
stored in the packaged condition, follow the posture instruction if any displayed on the package.
Names of the Parts
1. Slider Type
1.1 Motor Straight Type
1.2 Motor Reversing Type
The direction of the motor is either left reversed: ML (shown in figure above) or right reversed: MR.
1.3 Clean Room Type
Dimensions and outlines for the actuator, refer to the catalog or Instruction Manual (DVD).
2. Rod Type
2.1 Motor Straight Type
Rod-Tip Adapter
Actuator Cable
Rod
Frame Cover
Base
Motor Unit
Screw for motor unit attachment
Tapped hole for ground cable connection
Front bracket
Scraper (Oprtion equipped type)
Opposite Side
of the Motor
Motor Side
Right Side
Left Side
Warning : Operation of this equipment requires detailed installation and operation instructions which are
provided on the DVD Manual included in the box this device was packaged in. It should be retained
with this device at all times.
A hard copy of Manual can be requested by contacting your nearest IAI Sales Office listed at
the back cover of the Instruction Manual or on the First Step Guide.
Model
Serial number
MODEL RCP4-SA5C-I-42P-3-50-P3-P-B
SERIAL No.000090266 MADE IN JAPAN
Screw for motor unit attachment
Tapped hole for ground cable connection
Side Cover
Opposite Side
of the Motor
Motor Side
Slider
Motor Unit
Front Cover Slider Cover
Stainless Steel Sheet
Actuator Cable
Base
Right Side
Left Side
Right Side
Left Side
Motor Unit
Screw for Motor Unit Attachment
Pulley Bracket
Pulley Cover
Reversing Bracket
Front Cover
Base
Actuator Cable
<Series name>
<Type>
Motor straight type
RA3C, RA5C, RA6C
Motor Reversing type
RA3R, RA5R, RA6R
<Encoder type>
I : Incremental
<Motor type>
28P : 28□ size, 42P : 42□ size,
56P : 56□ size, 42SP : 42□ size,
56SP : 56□ size
<Lead>
RA3C, RA3R RA6C,RA6R
2.5/5/10/16 4/8/16/24
RA5C, RA5R
3/6/12/20
<Stroke>
Identification for IAI use only
(Note 1)
<Options>
B : Brake
NM : Reversed-home specification
HS : Home-Position Check Sensor
FL : Flange bracket (Front)
SC : Scraper
ML : Motor Left Reversed
MR : Motor Right Reversed
PR : Equipped with Attachment
Holes on Rear Side
<Cable length>
N : None
P : 1m
S : 3m
M : 5m
X□□ : Length specification
R□□ : Robot cable
<Controller>
P3 : PCON-CA
MSEP, MSEL
P4 : PCON-CFA
<Series name>
Standard specification
RCP4
Clean room specification
RCP4CR
<Type>
Motor straight type
SA3C, SA5C, SA6C, SA7C
Motor reversing type
SA3R, SA5R, SA6R, SA7R
<Encoder type>
I : Incremental
<Motor type>
28P : 28□ size
42P : 42□ size
56P : 56□ size
<Lead>
SA3C, SA3R
2/4/6
SA5C, SA6C
SA5R, SA6R
3/6/12/20
SA7C, SA7R
4/8/16/24
Identification for IAI use only
(Note 1)
<Options>
B : Brake
NM : Reversed-home specification
ML : Motor Left Reversed
MR : Motor Right Reversed
VR : Air Vacuum Joint on Other
Side
HSR : Home-Position Check Sensor
on Right
HSL : Home-Position Check Sensor
on Left
SR : Slider Roller Type
PR : Equipped with Attachment
Holes on Rear Side
<Cable length>
N : None
P : 1m
S : 3m
M : 5m
X□□ : Length specification
R□□ : Robot cable
<Controller>
P3 : PCON-CA
MSEP, MSEL
<Stroke>
Base
Air Vacuum Joint
Slider
Front Cover Slider Cover
Motor Side
Screw for motor unit attachment
Motor Unit
Stainless Steel Sheet
Actuator Cable
2.2 Motor Reversing Type
The direction of the motor is either left reversed: ML (shown in figure above) or right reversed: MR.
For the details of dimensions and outlines, refer to the catalog or Instruction Manual (DVD).
Attachment
Refer to the Instruction Manual (DVD) for the attachments of the actuator and loads.
[Precautions for Attachments]
No. Item Precautions
1 Installation
• Installing the slider type in the horizontally oriented wall mount or ceiling mount may
cause the stainless steel sheet to be loosened or be off the right position.
Continued use of the actuator with this condition may result in the breakage of the
stainless steel sheet. Adjust the sheet tension accordingly in the regular inspection.
(Refer to the maintenance section on the Instruction Manual for the procedure of
stainless steel sheet tension adjustment.)
• Avoid using the actuator with no brake in the vertical orientation.
2 Attachment Surface
• The base has to have a structure with sufficient rigidity to prevent oscillation.
• The side and the bottom surfaces of the base of the actuator are the datum for the
slider drive. If accuracy for its run is required, use these surfaces as a datum of the
installation.
Reference Surface
(Side of Base)
Reference Surface
Reference Surface
Reference Surface
(Side of Base)
• The actuator mounting surface and other surfaces that are used as a datum should
be flat enough with an accuracy of machining or equivalent treatment, and the
flatness of the mounting surface needs to be 0.05mm/m or less.
• Secure the space where maintenance work can be performed.
3 Bolt to be used
• For the bolts to be used, a high-tensile bolt complying with ISO-10.9 or more is
recommended.
• If using the tapped holes, use screws with the thread length dimension being less
than the effective depth of the holes.
• In case the tapped hole is a through hole, be careful so the screw tip does not
exceed the surface of the tapped hole.
• For the actuator mounting, use a bolt with the dimension of its effective mating
length to the tapped hole is as stated below.
If tapped hole on steel → thread length same as nominal diameter
If tapped hole on aluminum → thread length 1.8 times longer than nominal diameter
4 Tightening Torque
• Please follow the specification values stated in the Instruction Manual (DVD) for the
tightening torque.
Failure to do so may cause an operation problem.
5 Load Moment and
Overhung length
• Please follow the specification values stated in the Instruction Manual (DVD) for the
load moment and the overhung length. Failure to do so may cause abnormal
vibration or noise, and also may remarkably shorten the product life.
6 Stainless sheet
• Please do not hold the stainless steel sheet directly with hands. Please, also, be
careful not to make a dent on the stainless steel sheet.
Stainless sheet is easy to get dented because it is thin. Using it with a dent on may
cause a breakage.
• If there is dust or metal contamination attached on the stainless steel sheet, please
wipe it off the sheet surface. Operation with the stainless sheet that has foreign
matters on its surface may cause problems such as sheet damage, waviness, etc.
inside the slider.
• Please do not operate the unit in the ambient with dust or metal contamination.
Wiring
For the controller, only the dedicated controller manufactured by our company can be used.
For the connection between the actuator and controller, use the attached dedicated connection cable.
[Connection to the controller]
RCP4-SA3, RA3
Dedicated connection cable
(Connect RCP4 with the dedicated controller)
Dedicated connection cable
• Motor • encoder integrated cables: CB-CAN-MPA□□□
• Motor • encoder integrated cables robot type: CB-CAN-MPA□□□-RB
r
Robot Cable
: 5m or less
: 5m then longer cases
Standard cable
: 5m or less
: 5m then longer cases
Dedicated controller
*) □□□ indicates the cable length. Up to 20m can be specified.
Example) 080 = 8m
MSEP
MSEL
r=68mm or more (Movable Use)
r=73mm or more (Movable Use)
r=85mm or more (Fixed Use)
r=91mm or more (Fixed Use)
Note 1 Only the motor type of rod type 56SP is applicable for PCON-CFA Controller.
[Prohibited Items in the Cable Processing]
• Do not pull or bend forcibly the cable so as not to give any extra load or tension to th e
cable.
• Do not process the cable for extension or shorteni ng by means of cutting out,
combination or connecting with another cable.
• Do not bend the cable in the area from the connector tip to 150mm on the both ends.
Standard cable : CB-CA-MPA□□□, CB-CFA2-MPA□□□, CB-CAN-MPA□□□
Robot cable : CB-CA-MPA□□□-RB, CB-CFA2-MPA□□□-RB, CB-CAN-MPA□□□-RB
150mm 150mm
• Do not let the cable flex at a single
point.
• Do not let the cable bend, kink or twist.
• Do not pull the cable with a strong
force.
• Do not let the cable receive a turning force
at a single point.
• Do not pinch, drop a heavy object
onto or cut the cable.
• When fixing the cable, provide a moderate
slack and do not tension it too tight.
• Separate the I/O line, communication
line and power line from each other.
Do not store in the same duct.
Follow the instructions below when using a
cable track.
• If there is an indication to the cable for the
space factor in a cable track, refer to the
wiring instruction given by the supplier
when storing the cable in the cable track.
• Avoid the cables to get twined or twisted in
the cable track, and also to have the
cables move freely and do not tie them up.
(Avoid tension being applied when the
cables are bent.)
Do not pile up cables. It may cause faster
abrasion of the sheaths or cable
breakage..
Note:
• When the cable is connected or disconnected, make sure to turn off the power to the
controller. When the cable is connected or disconnected with the controller power turned
ON, it might cause a malfunction of the actuator and result i n a serious injury or damage
to the machinery.
• When the connector connection is not correct, it would be dangerous because of a
malfunction of the actuator. Make sure to confirm that the connector is connected
correctly.
Steel Strap
(Piano Wire)
Tie them up softly.
Do not use spiral tube in any
position where cables are bent
frequently.
Power Line
Duct
I/O Line
(Flat Cable, etc.)
Actuator Cable
Base
Motor Unit
Screw for Motor Unit Attachment
Pulley Cover
Right Side
Left Side
Reversing Bracket
Pulley Bracket
Other than RCP4-SA3 and RA3
Dedicated connection cable
(connects controller and RCP4)
Dedicated controller
• PCON-CA
• PCON-CFA
(Note 1)
: 5m then longer cases
: 5m or less
r=80mm or more (Movable Use)
r=68mm or more (Movable Use)
: 5m then longer cases
: 5m or less
Standard Cable
Robot Cable
r=85mm or more (Fixed Use)
r=91mm or more (Fixed Use)
Dedicated connection cable
Motor-encoder : CB-CA-MPA□□□
Motor-encoder robot cable : CB-CA-MPA□□□-RB
(Note) □□□ indicates the cable length. Up to 20m can be specified.
Example) 080=8m
[For PCON-CA, MSEP/MSEL]
Motor-encoder : CB-CFA2-MPA□□□
Motor-encoder robot cable : CB-CFA2-MPA□□□-RB
[For PCON-CFA]
• MSEP
• MSEL
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