IAI America RCL-SM6L User Manual

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Please Read Before Use

Thank you for purchasing our product.

This Instruction Manual explains the handling methods, structure and maintenance of this product, among others, providing the information you need to know to use the product safely.

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x This Instruction Manual is original. x This product is not to be used for any other purpose from what is noted in this Instruction Manual.

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Safety Guide············································································································ 1

Caution in Handling ·································································································8

International Standards Compliances ····································································10

Names of the Parts································································································ 11

1. Specifications Check·······················································································13

1.1 Checking the Product························································································13

1.1.1 Components ····························································································· 13

1.1.2 Operating Manuals for the Controllers Related to this Product ················13

1.1.3 How to Read the Model Nameplate·························································· 14

1.1.4 How to Read the Model Number ······························································14

1.2 Specification······································································································15

1.2.1 Speed ······································································································· 15

1.2.2 Acceleration and Transportable Weight available for Continuous Operation ·········· 16

1.2.3 Rated Thrust and Transient Maximum Thrust ··········································17

1.2.4 Encoder Resolution ··················································································17

1.2.5 No. of Encoder Pulses··············································································17

1.2.6 Positioning Repeatability ··········································································17

1.2.7 Allowable Load Moment and Allowable Overhang Length for Actuator····18

1.3 Option················································································································ 20

1.3.1 Reversed Home Type (Model No. : NM)···················································20

1.4 Motor • Encoder Cables ····················································································17

1.4.1Motor • Encoder Integrated Cables

(For AMEC, ASEP)

CB-APSEP-MPAƑƑƑ ········ 21

1.4.2Motor • Encoder Integrated Cables

(For ACON, ASEL)

CB-ACS-MPAƑƑƑ ·············22

2. Installation······································································································· 23

2.1 Transportation ··································································································· 23

2.2 Installation and Storage • Preservation Environment ········································25

2.3 How to Install····································································································· 26

2.3.1 General Rules on Installation ···································································26

2.3.2 Installing the Main Body ···········································································28

2.3.3 Attachment of Transported Objects ··························································30

3. Connecting with the Controller········································································ 32

4. Operational Conditions ··················································································· 37

4.1 Acceleration of the Setting ················································································37

4.1.1 Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L·······························································37

4.1.2 Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L SM4L, SM5L, SM6L ············································· 38

4.2 Reference for Cycle Time··················································································39

4.2.1 Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L·······························································39

4.2.2 Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L SM4L, SM5L, SM6L ············································· 40

4.2.3 Gain Adjustment for Long Stroke Type (Servo Parameters)·····················41

5. Maintenance Inspection··················································································42

5.1 Inspection Items and Schedule ·········································································42

5.2 External Visual Inspection·················································································42

5.3 Internal inspection ····························································································· 42

5.4 Cleaning ············································································································ 43

5.5 Grease Supply to the guide··············································································· 43

5.6 Replacement of the stainless steel sheet··························································44

5.6.1 Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L·······························································44

5.6.2 Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L SM4L, SM5L, SM6L ············································· 45

6. External Dimensions·······················································································46

6.1 Slim Type Single Slider Type ···························································46

6.1.1 SA1L·········································································································46

6.1.2 SA2L·········································································································46

6.1.3 SA3L·········································································································47

6.2 Long Stroke Type Single Slider Type··························································· 48

6.2.1 SA4L·········································································································48

6.2.2 SA5L·········································································································49

6.2.3 SA6L·········································································································50

6.3 Long Stroke Type Double Slider Type··························································51

6.3.1 SM4L ········································································································ 51

6.3.2 SM5L ········································································································ 52

6.3.3 SM6L ········································································································ 53

7. How to use the home mark············································································· 54

8. Life·················································································································· 55

9. Warranty ········································································································· 56

9.1 Warranty Period ································································································ 56

9.2 Scope of the Warranty·······················································································56

9.3 Honoring the Warranty ······················································································56

9.4 Limited Liability·································································································· 56

9.5 Conditions of Conformance with Applicable Standards/Regulations, Etc., and Applications ················57

9.6 Other Items Excluded from Warranty ································································57

Change History······································································································ 58

Safety Guide

“Safety Guide” has been written to use the machine safely and so prevent personal injury or property damage beforehand. Make sure to read it before the operation of this product.

Safety Precautions for Our Products

The common safety precautions for the use of any of our robots in each operation.

No.

Operation

Description

1 Model

Selection

Ɣ This product has not been planned and designed for the application

where high level of safety is required, so the guarantee of the protection of human life is impossible. Accordingly, do not use it in any of the following applications.

1) Medical equipment used to maintain, control or otherwise affect human life or physical health.

2) Mechanisms and machinery designed for the purpose of moving or transporting people (For vehicle, railway facility or air navigation facility)

3) Important safety parts of machinery (Safety device, etc.)

Ɣ Do not use the product outside the specifications. Failure to do so may

considerably shorten the life of the product.

Ɣ Do not use it in any of the following environments.

1) Location where there is any inflammable gas, inflammable object or explosive

2) Place with potential exposure to radiation

3) Location with the ambient temperature or relative humidity exceeding the specification range

4) Location where radiant heat is added from direct sunlight or other large heat source

5) Location where condensation occurs due to abrupt temperature changes

6) Location where there is any corrosive gas (sulfuric acid or hydrochloric acid)

7) Location exposed to significant amount of dust, salt or iron powder

8) Location subject to direct vibration or impact

Ɣ For an actuator used in vertical orientation, select a model which is

equipped with a brake. If selecting a model with no brake, the moving part may drop when the power is turned OFF and may cause an accident such as an injury or damage on the work piece.

No.

Operation

Description

2 Transportation Ɣ When carrying a heavy object, do the work with two or more persons or

utilize equipment such as crane.

Ɣ When the work is carried out with 2 or more persons, make it clear who

is to be the leader and who to be the follower(s) and communicate well with each other to ensure the safety of the workers.

Ɣ When in transportation, consider well about the positions to hold, weight

and weight balance and pay special attention to the carried object so it would not get hit or dropped.

Ɣ Transport it using an appropriate transportation measure.

The actuators available for transportation with a crane have eyebolts attached or there are tapped holes to attach bolts. Follow the instructions in the instruction manual for each model.

Ɣ Do not step or sit on the package. Ɣ Do not put any heavy thing that can deform the package, on it. Ɣ When using a crane capable of 1t or more of weight, have an operator

who has qualifications for crane operation and sling work.

Ɣ When using a crane or equivalent equipments, make sure not to hang a

load that weighs more than the equipment’s capability limit.

Ɣ Use a hook that is suitable for the load. Consider the safety factor of the

hook in such factors as shear strength.

Ɣ Do not get on the load that is hung on a crane. Ɣ Do not leave a load hung up with a crane. Ɣ Do not stand under the load that is hung up with a crane.

3 Storage and

Preservation

Ɣ The storage and preservation environment conforms to the installation

environment. However, especially give consideration to the prevention of condensation.

Ɣ Store the products with a consideration not to fall them over or drop due

to an act of God such as earthquake.

4 Installation

and Start

(1) Installation of Robot Main Body and Controller, etc. Ɣ Make sure to securely hold and fix the product (including the work part).

A fall, drop or abnormal motion of the product may cause a damage or injury. Also, be equipped for a fall-over or drop due to an act of God such as earthquake.

Ɣ Do not get on or put anything on the product. Failure to do so may cause

an accidental fall, injury or damage to the product due to a drop of anything, malfunction of the product, performance degradation, or shortening of its life.

Ɣ When using the product in any of the places specified below, provide a

sufficient shield.

1) Location where electric noise is generated

2) Location where high electrical or magnetic field is present

3) Location with the mains or power lines passing nearby

4) Location where the product may come in contact with water, oil or chemical droplets

No.

Operation

Description

(2) Cable Wiring Ɣ Use our company’s genuine cables for connecting between the actuator

and controller, and for the teaching tool.

Ɣ Do not scratch on the cable. Do not bend it forcibly. Do not pull it. Do not

coil it around. Do not insert it. Do not put any heavy thing on it. Failure to do so may cause a fire, electric shock or malfunction due to leakage or continuity error.

Ɣ Perform the wiring for the product, after turning OFF the power to the

unit, so that there is no wiring error.

Ɣ When the direct current power (+24V) is connected, take the great care

of the directions of positive and negative poles. If the connection direction is not correct, it might cause a fire, product breakdown or malfunction.

Ɣ Connect the cable connector securely so that there is no disconnection

or looseness. Failure to do so may cause a fire, electric shock or malfunction of the product.

Ɣ Never cut and/or reconnect the cables supplied with the product for the

purpose of extending or shortening the cable length. Failure to do so may cause the product to malfunction or cause fire.

4 Installation

and Start

(3) Grounding Ɣ The grounding operation should be performed to prevent an electric

shock or electrostatic charge, enhance the noise-resistance ability and control the unnecessary electromagnetic radiation.

Ɣ For the ground terminal on the AC power cable of the controller and the

grounding plate in the control panel, make sure to use a twisted pair cable with wire thickness 0.5mm

(AWG20 or equivalent) or more for grounding work. For security grounding, it is necessary to select an appropriate wire thickness suitable for the load. Perform wiring that satisfies the specifications (electrical equipment technical standards).

Ɣ Perform Class D Grounding (former Class 3 Grounding with ground

resistance 100: or below).

No.

Operation

Description

4 Installation

and Start

(4) Safety Measures Ɣ When the work is carried out with 2 or more persons, make it clear who

is to be the leader and who to be the follower(s) and communicate well with each other to ensure the safety of the workers.

Ɣ When the product is under operation or in the ready mode, take the

safety measures (such as the installation of safety and protection fence) so that nobody can enter the area within the robot’s movable range. When the robot under operation is touched, it may result in death or serious injury.

Ɣ Make sure to install the emergency stop circuit so that the unit can be

stopped immediately in an emergency during the unit operation.

Ɣ Take the safety measure not to start up the unit only with the power

turning ON. Failure to do so may start up the machine suddenly and cause an injury or damage to the product.

Ɣ Take the safety measure not to start up the machine only with the

emergency stop cancellation or recovery after the power failure. Failure to do so may result in an electric shock or injury due to unexpected power input.

Ɣ When the installation or adjustment operation is to be performed, give

clear warnings such as “Under Operation; Do not turn ON the power!” etc. Sudden power input may cause an electric shock or injury.

Ɣ Take the measure so that the work part is not dropped in power failure or

emergency stop.

Ɣ Wear protection gloves, goggle or safety shoes, as necessary, to secure

safety.

Ɣ Do not insert a finger or object in the openings in the product. Failure to

do so may cause an injury, electric shock, damage to the product or fire.

Ɣ When releasing the brake on a vertically oriented actuator, exercise

precaution not to pinch your hand or damage the work parts with the actuator dropped by gravity.

5 Teaching Ɣ When the work is carried out with 2 or more persons, make it clear who

is to be the leader and who to be the follower(s) and communicate well with each other to ensure the safety of the workers.

Ɣ Perform the teaching operation from outside the safety protection fence,

if possible. In the case that the operation is to be performed unavoidably inside the safety protection fence, prepare the “Stipulations for the Operation” and make sure that all the workers acknowledge and understand them well.

Ɣ When the operation is to be performed inside the safety protection

fence, the worker should have an emergency stop switch at hand with him so that the unit can be stopped any time in an emergency.

Ɣ When the operation is to be performed inside the safety protection

fence, in addition to the workers, arrange a watchman so that the machine can be stopped any time in an emergency. Also, keep watch on the operation so that any third person can not operate the switches carelessly.

Ɣ Place a sign “Under Operation” at the position easy to see. Ɣ When releasing the brake on a vertically oriented actuator, exercise

precaution not to pinch your hand or damage the work parts with the actuator dropped by gravity.

* Safety protection Fence : In the case that there is no safety protection

fence, the movable range should be indicated.

No.

Operation

Description

6 Trial

Operation

Ɣ When the work is carried out with 2 or more persons, make it clear who

is to be the leader and who to be the follower(s) and communicate well with each other to ensure the safety of the workers.

Ɣ After the teaching or programming operation, perform the check

operation one step by one step and then shift to the automatic operation.

Ɣ When the check operation is to be performed inside the safety

protection fence, perform the check operation using the previously specified work procedure like the teaching operation.

Ɣ Make sure to perform the programmed operation check at the safety

speed. Failure to do so may result in an accident due to unexpected motion caused by a program error, etc.

Ɣ Do not touch the terminal block or any of the various setting switches in

the power ON mode. Failure to do so may result in an electric shock or malfunction.

7 Automatic

Operation

Ɣ Check before starting the automatic operation or rebooting after

operation stop that there is nobody in the safety protection fence.

Ɣ Before starting automatic operation, make sure that all peripheral

equipment is in an automatic-operation-ready state and there is no alarm indication.

Ɣ Make sure to operate automatic operation start from outside of the

safety protection fence.

Ɣ In the case that there is any abnormal heating, smoke, offensive smell,

or abnormal noise in the product, immediately stop the machine and turn OFF the power switch. Failure to do so may result in a fire or damage to the product.

Ɣ When a power failure occurs, turn OFF the power switch. Failure to do

so may cause an injury or damage to the product, due to a sudden motion of the product in the recovery operation from the power failure.

No.

Operation

Description

8 Maintenance

and Inspection

Ɣ When the work is carried out with 2 or more persons, make it clear who

is to be the leader and who to be the follower(s) and communicate well with each other to ensure the safety of the workers.

Ɣ Perform the work out of the safety protection fence, if possible. In the

case that the operation is to be performed unavoidably inside the safety protection fence, prepare the “Stipulations for the Operation” and make sure that all the workers acknowledge and understand them well.

Ɣ When the work is to be performed inside the safety protection fence,

basically turn OFF the power switch.

Ɣ When the operation is to be performed inside the safety protection

fence, the worker should have an emergency stop switch at hand with him so that the unit can be stopped any time in an emergency.

Ɣ When the operation is to be performed inside the safety protection

Ɣ Place a sign “Under Operation” at the position easy to see. Ɣ For the grease for the guide or ball screw, use appropriate grease

according to the Instruction Manual for each model.

Ɣ Do not perform the dielectric strength test. Failure to do so may result in

a damage to the product.

Ɣ When releasing the brake on a vertically oriented actuator, exercise

precaution not to pinch your hand or damage the work parts with the actuator dropped by gravity.

Ɣ The slider or rod may get misaligned OFF the stop position if the servo

is turned OFF. Be careful not to get injured or damaged due to an unnecessary operation.

Ɣ Pay attention not to lose the cover or untightened screws, and make

sure to put the product back to the original condition after maintenance and inspection works. Use in incomplete condition may cause damage to the product or an injury.

* Safety protection Fence : In the case that there is no safety protection

fence, the movable range should be indicated.

9 Modification

and Dismantle

Ɣ Do not modify, disassemble, assemble or use of maintenance parts not

specified based at your own discretion.

10 Disposal Ɣ When the product becomes no longer usable or necessary, dispose of it

properly as an industrial waste.

Ɣ When removing the actuator for disposal, pay attention to drop of

components when detaching screws.

Ɣ Do not put the product in a fire when disposing of it.

The product may burst or generate toxic gases.

11 Other Ɣ Do not come close to the product or the harnesses if you are a person

who requires a support of medical devices such as a pacemaker. Doing so may affect the performance of your medical device.

Ɣ See Overseas Specifications Compliance Manual to check whether

complies if necessary.

Ɣ For the handling of actuators and controllers, follow the dedicated

instruction manual of each unit to ensure the safety.

Alert Indication

The safety precautions are divided into “Danger”, “Warning”, “Caution” and “Notice” according to the warning level, as follows, and described in the Instruction Manual for each model.

Level Degree of Danger and Damage Symbol

Danger

This indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if the product is not handled correctly, will result in death or serious injury.

Danger

Warning

This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if the product is not handled correctly, could result in death or serious injury.

Warning

Caution

This indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if the product is not handled correctly, may result in minor injury or property damage.

Caution

Notice

This indicates lower possibility for the injury, but should be kept to use this product properly.

Notice

Caution in Handling

1. Ensure use of the product in the specified conditions, environments and ranges.

Operation out of the specified conditions could cause a drop in performance or malfunction of the product.

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2. Do not conduct any treatment or operation that is not stated in this instruction manual.䎃

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3. For the wiring of the controller and actuator, use the IAI product.䎃

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4. Do not attempt to establish the settings for the speed and acceleration/deceleration above the allowable range.䎃

If the robot is operated at a speed or acceleration/deceleration exceeding the allowable value, abnormal noise or vibration, failure, or shorter life may result.

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5. Set the allowable load moment within the allowable range.䎃

If the robot is operated under a load equal to or greater than the allowable load moment, abnormal noise or vibration, failure, or shorter life may result.

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6. Set the overhang length within the allowable range.䎃

The overhang length above the allowable range may cause vibration or abnormal noise.䎃

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7. Back and forth operation in a short distance may cause wear of grease.䎃

If the actuators are moved back and forth continuously over a short distance of 30 mm or less, grease film may run out.

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As a guide, move the actuators back and forth repeatedly for around 5 cycles over a distance of 50mm or more after every 5,000 to 10,000 cycles. Continuously using the actuators with the grease worn out may cause malfunction.

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8. Make sure to attach the actuator properly by following this Instruction manual.䎃

Using the product with the actuator not being certainly retained or affixed may cause abnormal noise, vibration, malfunction or shorten the product life.䎃

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9. Pay Attention to Temperature Rise.䎃

In case an operation is performed for long time with high load, the temperature on the unit body will partly get very high (80degC or more). Do not attempt to touch for safety. Also, do not have any object that is flammable or weak to high temperature close to the unit.

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Use a material that possesses good heat conductivity for the attachment part in order to have sufficient heat radiation from the base.

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10. Make sure to keep the slider in stop condition for a short while (approx. 3sec) straight after the power is turned on or software reset.䎃

There is a magnetic pole detection process of the motor when the power is turned on or at software reset. It may get detected as an error if the slider moves during this magnetic pole detection.䎃

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11. This Actuator Requires a Home-Return Operation after Startup.䎃

For Slim Types (SA1L, SA2L and SA3L), the home position is one point in the center of the main body.(Can not be changed.) For Long Stroke Types (SA4L, SA5L, SA6L, SM4L, SM5L and SM6L), the home position is on the rear side in standard. For Single Slider Types (SA4L, SA5L and SA6L), home reversed type can also be selected.䎃

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12. Handle the stainless steel sheet with special care.䎃

If a viscous liquid such as glue or paint is applied on the stainless steel sheet, it may cause an operation error of the slider or damage on the sheet. Also the stainless steel sheet will get deformed with force applied in spot, which may cause defectiveness. Do not attempt to grab or hold the stainless sheet while in installation or transportation.

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13. You may hear rattle noise from inside of the actuator during the operation.䎃

This noise is caused due to the movement of magnet moving inside by the influence of magnetic force, and it is not any defect.

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14. Avoid using the magnetic body in the ambient with dust or metal powder. Also avoid using for a purpose that magnetism causes any problem.䎃

Long Stroke Types (SA4L, SA5L, SA6L, SM4L, SM5L and SM6L) are equipped with a high performance rare earth permanent magnet (neodymium magnet) that possesses very strong magnetic field inside. Therefore, the appearance surface of the actuator body also possesses a high magnetic force.

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Leaked Magnetic Flux Density on each Part of Actuator䎃(Reference value)䎃

Point

Magnetic flux density䎃[mT]䎃

Slider top surface

2) Side cover top surface 50 to 60

3) Main body side surface (top) 50 to 60

4) Main body side surface (bottom) 1 to 3

5) End cover surface 60 to 100

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International Standards Compliances

This actuator complies with the following overseas standard. Refer to Overseas Standard Compliance Manual (ME0287) for more detailed information.

RoHS Directive CE Marking UL

c ¯ ¯

Names of the Parts

In this manual, the right and left sides of the actuator are expressed in the way it is placed horizontally as shown in the figure below, and is looked at from the motor side.

 

Ɣ Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L



Cable joint connector

Side cover

Slider

Cable

Base

Encoder cover

Stainless steel sheet

Front

Rear

(Home position side)(Opposite home position side)



Ɣ Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L SM4L, SM5L, SM6L

Front

Rear

Side cover

End cover

Stainless steel sheet

Slider

Cable

Base

Cable joint connector

(Home position side)(Opposite home position side)

1. Specifications Check

1.1 Checking the Product

The standard configuration of this product is comprised of the following parts. See the component list for the details of the enclosed components. If you find any broken or missing parts, contact your local IAI distributor.

1.1.1 Components

No. Name Model number Quantity Remarks

1 Main Body

Refer to “How to Read the Model Nameplate” and “How to Read the Model Number.”

Accessories

Motor • encoder cables

(Note 1)



1 set

3 In-house made seals 1 4 First Step Guide

5 Instruction Manual (DVD)

6 Safety Guide

Note1 The motor • encoder cables differ between the standard model and robot cable.

[Refer to 1.4 “Motor • Encoder Cables.”]

1.1.2 Operating Manuals for the Controllers Related to this Product

No. Name Control No.

1 Instruction Manual for ACON-C/CG Controller ME0176 2 Instruction Manual for ACON-CY Controller ME0167 3 Instruction Manual for ACON-SE Controller ME0171 4 Instruction Manual for ACON-PL/PO Controller ME0166 5 Instruction Manual for ASEL Controller MJ0165 6 Instruction Manual for MEC Controller ME0245 7 Instruction Manual for PSEP/ASEP/DSEP Controller MJ0216 8 Instruction Manual for MSEP Controller ME0299 9

Instruction Manual for PC Software IA-101-X-MW/IA-101-X-USBMW

ME0154 10 Instruction Manual for PC Software RCM-101-MW/ RCM-101-USB ME0155 11 Instruction Manual for MEC Software ME0248 12 Instruction Manual for Teaching Pendant CON-T/TG ME0178 13

Instruction Manual for Teaching Pendant SEL-T/TD

ME0183 14 Instruction Manual for Touch Panel Teaching CON-PTA/PDA/PGAᴾ ME0295 15 Instruction Manual for Teaching Pendant CON-PT/PD/PG ME0227 16 Instruction Manual for Teaching Pendant SEP-PT ME0217 17 Instruction Manual for Simple Teaching Pendant RCM-E ME0174 18 Instruction Manual for Data Setter RCM-P ME0175 19 Instruction Manual for Touch Panel Display RCM-PM-01 ME0182

1. Specications Check

1.1.3 How to Read the Model Nameplate

1.1.4 How to Read the Model Number

RCL – SA4L – I – 2 – N – 40 – A1 – P – NM – **

Note 1 Identification for IAI use only : It may be displayed for IAI use. It is not a code to show the

model type.

Series

<Type>

Slim Type

Single Slider Type

SA1L SA2L SA3L

Long Stroke Type

Single Slider Type

SA4L SA5L SA6L

Double Slider Type

SM4L SM5L SM6L

I : Incremental

2(2W) : SA1L, SA4L, SM4L 5(5W) : RA2L, SA5L, SM5L 10(10W) : RA3L, SA6L, SM6L

<Lead>

N : With no feeding screw

Identification for IAI use only

(Note1)

NM : Reversed-home type

(Selectable for SA4L, SA5L and SA6L)

N : None P : 1m S : 3m M : 5m XƑƑ : Length Specification (Example : X07=7m)

A1 : ACON

: RACON : ASEL A3 : AMEC

ASEP MSEP

[Refer to 6 “External Dimensions”]

Model

Serial Numbe

MODEL RCL-SA4L-I-2-N-40-A1-P

SERIAL No.800061910

MADE IN JAPAN

1.2 Specification

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1.2.1 Speed

Ɣ Slim Type Single Slider Type

Type Maximum speed [mm/s]

SA1L 420 SA2L 460 SA3L 600



Ɣ Long Stroke Type

Type Maximum speed [mm/s]

Single Slider Type SA4L Double Slider Type SM4L

1,200

Single Slider Type SA5L Double Slider Type SM5L

1,400

Single Slider Type SA6L Double Slider Type SM6L

1,600



1. Specications Check

1.2.2 Acceleration and Transportable Weight available for Continuous Operation

The acceleration is determined by the transported weight and the duty. From the table below, determine the acceleration from Continuous Operation (Duty 100%) when the duty is over 70% and up to 100%, and Duty 70% or less when it is 70% or below.

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Ɣ Slim Type Single Slider Type

Transportable weight [kg]

Type

Max.

acceleration

[G]

Continuous operation

(Duty 100%)

Duty 70% or less

0.1

0.3

0.5

0.5 0.42

0.5

1.0 0.25 0.32

1.5 0.18 0.24

SA1L

2.0 0.15 0.2

0.1

0.3

1.0

0.5 0.85

1.0

1.0 0.5 0.6

1.5 0.36 0.45

SA2L

2.0 0.3 0.36

0.1

0.3

2.0

0.5 1.8

2.0

1.0 1.0 1.2

1.5 0.65 0.8

SA3L

2.0 0.5 0.6

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Ɣ Long Stroke Type

Transportable weight [kg]

Type

Max.

acceleration

[G]

Continuous operation

(Duty 100%)

0.3 0.8

0.5 0.5 1 0.25

1.5 0.18

SA4L SM4L

2 0.14

0.3 1.6

0.5 1 1 0.5

1.5 0.35

SA5L SM5L

2 0.25

0.3 3.2

0.5 2 1 1

1.5 0.65

SA6L SM6L

2 0.5



Operating time

Duty =

Operating time + Stop time

× 100



Caution: Do not have the settings of acceleration/deceleration exceeding the rated values. It

may cause vibration, malfunction or shortened life.

1.2.3 Rated Thrust and Transient Maximum Thrust

Ɣ Slim Type Single Slider Type

Type Rated thrust [N] Transient maximum thrust [N]

SA1L 2 10 SA2L 4 18 SA3L 8 30



Ɣ Long Stroke Type

Type Rated thrust [N] Transient maximum thrust [N] Single Slider Type SA4L Double Slider Type SM4L

2.5 10

Single Slider Type SA5L Double Slider Type SM5L

5 18

Single Slider Type SL6L Double Slider Type SM6L

10 30

 

1.2.4 Encoder Resolution

0.042mm

1.2.5 No. of Encoder Pulses

SA1L 715 SA2L 855 SA3L 1145 SA4L 715

SM4L 715

SA5L 855

SM5L 855

SA6L 1145

SM6L 1145

1.2.6 Positioning Repeatability



±0.1mm

* It does not include the consideration of time-dependent change as it is used.

1. Specications Check

1.2.7 Allowable Load Moment and Allowable Overhang Length for Actuator

 [1] Allowable Load Moment



Ɣ Slim Type Single Slider Type

Allowable load moment [N•m]

Type

Ma Mb Mc

Allowable overhang load length[L]

SA1L 0.13 0.12 0.21

Ma direction : 50mm or less

Mb, Mc direction : 50mm or less

SA2L 0.2 0.17 0.25

Ma direction : 60mm or less

Mb, Mc direction : 60mm or less

SA3L 1.22 1.08 0.34

Ma direction : 120mm or less

Mb, Mc direction : 80mm or less

 

Direction of moment

Overhang load length



Ma • Mc Moment Datum Point for Offset

Type Datum point A SA1L 9.6mm SA2L 11.3mm SA3L 12.3mm

 

Ma • Mc Moment datum point for offset



 

Caution: Set the allowable load moment within the allowable range. If the robot is operated

under a load equal to or greater than the allowable load moment, abnormal noise or vibration, failure, or shorter life may result. In an extreme case, flaking may occur. If it is extreme, flaking may occur on the guide. Also, Set the overhang length within the allowable range. The overhang length above the allowable range may cause vibration or abnormal noise.



Ɣ Long Stroke Type

Allowable load moment

[N•m]

Type

Ma Mb Mc

Allowable overhang load length

[L]

Single Slider Type SA4L Double Slider Type SM4L

0.2 0.17 0.25

Ma direction : 60mm or less

Mb, Mc direction : 80mm or less

Single Slider Type SA5L Double Slider Type SM5L

0.49 0.41 0.72

Ma direction : 60mm or less

Mb, Mc direction : 100mm or less

Single Slider Type SA6L Double Slider Type SM6L

0.87 0.75 1.22

Ma direction : 80mm or less

Mb, Mc direction : 120mm or less

 

Direction of moment

Overhang load length



  

Type Datum point A

Single Slider Type SA4L Double Slider Type SM4L

13mm

Single Slider Type SA5L Double Slider Type SM5L

16mm

Single Slider Type SA6L Double Slider Type SM6L

20.7mm

Ma • Mc Moment datum point for offset

Caution: Set the allowable load moment within the allowable range. If the robot is operated



1. Specications Check

1.3 Option

1.3.1

Reversed Home Type (Model No. : NM)

The home position is located on the motor side in standard, however, if it is necessary to have it on the other side for such reasons as the layout of the system, the home position can be located on the other side by option.

1.4 Motor • Encoder Cables

1.4.1 Motor • Encoder Integrated Cables (For AMEC, ASEP)

CB-APSEP-MPAƑƑƑ

Mechanical side

Controller side

Electric

wire color

Signal

name

Pin No. Pin No.

Signal

name

Electric

wire color

Black U A1 1 U Black

White V B1 2 V White Brown W A2 5 W Brown Green – B2 3 – Green Yellow – A3 4 – Yellow

Red – B3 6 – Red

Orange BK+ A4 7 BK+ Orange

Gray BK- B4 8 BK- Gray

White A+ A6 11 A+ White Yellow A- B6 12 A- Yellow

Red B+ A7 13 B+ Red

Green B- B7 14 B- Green

Black Z+ A8 15 Z+ Black Brown Z- B8 16 Z- Brown

Black LS+ A5 9 LS+ Black Brown LS- B5 10 LS- Brown Green GNDLS A9 20 GNDLS Green

Red VPS B9 18 VPS Red

White VCC A10 17 VCC White Yellow GND B10 19 GND Yellow

– A11 21 –

shield FG B11 24 FG shield

22 – 23 –

1. Specications Check

1.4.3 Motor • Encoder Integrated Cables (For ACON, ASEL)

CB-ACS-MPAƑƑƑ

(Front View) (Front View)

Controller sideMechanical side

Electric wire

color

Signal

name

Pin No. Pin No.

Signal

name

Electric wire

color

Red U A1 1 U Red

Yellow V B1 2 V Yellow

Black W A2 3 W Black

–

– A3

Pin No.

Signal

name

Electric wire

color

– B3 4 – Yellow 3 – 2 –

Yellow (Red㨯)

BK+ A4

16 BK+

Yellow (Red㨯)

Yellow (Blue㨯)

BK-

15 BK-

Yellow (Blue㨯)

Pink(Red㨯)

LS+

18 LS+

Pink(Red㨯)

Pink(Blue㨯)

LS-

17 LS-

Pink(Blue㨯)

White(Red㨯)

A+

14 A+

White(Red㨯)

White(Blue㨯)

A-

13 A-

White(Blue㨯)

Orange(Red㨯)

B+ A7 12 B+

Orange(Red㨯)

Orange(Blue㨯)

B-

11 B-

Orange(Blue㨯)

Gray(Red㨯)

Z+ A8 10 Z+

Gray(Red㨯)

Gray(Blue㨯)

Z-

9 Z-

Gray(Blue㨯)

Orange (Red㨯continuous)

– A9 8 –

Orange (Red㨯continuous)

Orange (Blue㨯continuous)

/PS B9 7 /PS

Orange (Blue㨯continuous)

Gray (Red㨯continuous)

VCC A10 6 VCC

Gray (Red㨯continuous)

Gray (Blue㨯continuous)

GND B10 5 GND

Gray (Blue㨯continuous)

– A11 –

shield FG B11 1 FG shield

1. Specications Check

2. Installation

2.1 Transportation

[1] Handling of the Robot

Unless otherwise specified, the actuators are packaged individually.

(1) Handling the Packed Unit

y Do not damage or drop. The package is not applied with any special treatment that enables it

to resist an impact caused by a drop or crash.

y An operator should never attempt to carry a heavy package on their own. Also, use an

appropriate way for transportation.

y Keep the unit in a horizontal orientation when placing it on the ground or transporting. Follow

the instruction if there is any for the packaging condition.

y Do not step or sit on the package. y Do not put any load that may cause a deformation or breakage of the package.

(2) Handling the Actuator After Unpacking

y Do not attempt to carry the actuator by holding a cable or move it by pulling a cable. y Hold the base part and the bracket when transporting the actuator main body. y Do not hit or drop the actuator during transportation. y Do not give any excessive force to any of the sections in the actuator.

2. Installation

[2] Handling in the Assembled Condition

This is the case when the product is delivered from our factory under a condition that it is assembled with other actuators. The combined axes are delivered in a package that the frame is nailed on the lumber base. The sliders are fixed so they would not accidently move. The actuators are also fixed so the tip of it would not shake due to the external vibration.

(1) How to Handle the Package

y Do not hit or drop the package. No special treatment is conducted on this package to endure a

drop or impact on it.

y Do not attempt to carry a heavy package with only one worker. Also, have an appropriate

method for transportation.

y When hanging up with ropes, support on the reinforcement frame on the bottom of the lumber

base. When bringing up the package with a forklift, also support on the bottom of the lumber base.

y Handle with care when putting the package down to avoid impact or bounce. y Do not step on the package. y Do not put anything on the package that could deform or damage it.

(2) How to Handle after Unpackaged

y Fix the slider(s) so they would not accidently move during transportation. y If the tip of an actuator is overhanging, have an appropriate way to fix it to avoid shaking due to

the external vibration. In the transportation without the tip being fixed, do not apply any impact with 0.3G or more.

y When hanging up with ropes, have appropriate cushioning to avoid any deformation of the

actuator body. Also keep it in stable horizontal orientation. Make a fixture utilizing the attachment holes and the tapped holes on the actuator body if necessary.

y Do not attempt to apply load on the actuators or the connector box. Also pay attention not to

pinch cables and bend or deform them forcefully.

[3] Handling in Condition of being assembled in Machinery Equipment (System)

These are some caution notes for when transporting the actuator being assembled in the machinery equipment (system):

y Fix the slider(s) so that it would not move during transportation. y If the tip of an actuator is overhanging, have an appropriate way to fix it to avoid shaking due to

the external vibration. In the transportation without the tip being fixed, do not apply any impact with 0.3G or more.

y When hanging up the machinery equipment (system) with ropes, do not attempt to apply load

on the actuators or the connector box. Also pay attention not to pinch cables and bend or deform them forcefully.

2.2 Installation and Storage • Preservation Environment

[1] Installation Environment

The actuator should be installed in a location other than those specified below. In general, the installation environment should be one in which an operator can work without protective gear. Also provide sufficient work space required for maintenance inspection.

y Where the actuator receives radiant heat from strong heat sources such as heat treatment

furnaces

y Where the ambient temperature exceeds the range of 0 to 40qC y Where the temperature changes rapidly and condensation occurs y Where the relative humidity exceeds 85% RH y This actuator possesses the water durability of IP67 protection structure. y Where the actuator receives direct sunlight y Where the actuator is exposed to corrosive or combustible gases y Where the ambient air contains a large amount of powder dust, salt or iron (at level exceeding

what is normally expected in an assembly plant)

y Where the actuator is subject to splashed oil (including oil mist or cutting fluid) or chemical

solutions

y Where the actuator receives impact or vibration

If the actuator is used in any of the following locations, provide sufficient shielding measures:

y Where noise generates due to static electricity, etc. y Where the actuator is subject to a strong electric or magnetic field y Where the actuator is subject to ultraviolet ray or radiation

[2] Storage • Preservation Environment

y The storage and preservation environment should comply with the same 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.

y Unless specially specified, moisture absorbency protection is not included in 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.

y For storage and preservation temperature, the machine withstands temperatures up to 60qC

for a short time, but in the case of the storage and preservation period of 1 month or more, control the temperature to 50qC or less.

y Storage and preservation should be performed in the horizontal condition. In the case it is

stored in the packaged condition, follow the posture instruction if any displayed on the package.

2. Installation

2.3 How to Install

This chapter explains how to install the actuator on your mechanical system.

2.3.1 General Rules on Installation

[1] Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L

{ : Possible u : Not possible

Horizontal

installation

Vertical

installation

Sideway

installation

Ceiling mount

installation

{

u u

{

Installation Orientation

Horizontal Vertical Sideway Ceiling mount

[2] Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L

SM4L, SM5L, SM6L

{ : Possible U : With condition in installation orientation

(Note 1)

u : Not possible

Horizontal

installation

Vertical

installation

Sideway

installation

Ceiling mount

installation

{

Installation Orientation

Horizontal Vertical Sideway

Ceiling mount

Note 1 For horizontally oriented wall mount, set the slider side up as shown below.

2. Installation

2.3.2 Installing the Main Body

x Make sure the platform to install the actuator possesses a structure with sufficient stiffness,

so vibration would not be generated.

x The surface where the actuator will be mounted should be a machined surface or that with

an accuracy equivalent to it, and the flatness should be 0.05mm/m or below.

x Have enough space for the maintenance work.

[1]

Slim Type

Tap Base seating surface

Recommended screw torque

Type

Tapped holes

diameter

Effective thread

depth

Seating surface :

Copper

Seating surface :

Aluminum SA1L SA2L

42.4N㨯cm

(4.32kgf㨯cm)

25.4N㨯cm

(2.59kgf㨯cm)

SA3L M3

4mm

154N㨯cm

(15.8kgf㨯cm)

83N㨯cm

(8.47kgf㨯cm)

Caution: Select a screw length that suits to the effective thread depth. In case that an

insufficient screw is used, it may cause damage on the tapped holes or insufficiency in the strength.

[2] Long Stroke Type

Tapped hole for base attachment

Base seating surface

Reamed hole for positioning

Slotted hole for positioning

Recommended screw torque

Type

Tapped

holes

diameter

Effective

tapped

depth

Seating surface :

Copper

Seating surface :

Aluminum

Reamed

holes

diameter

Effective

reamed

depth Single Slider Type SA4L

Double Slider Type SM4L

Single Slider Type SA5L

Double Slider Type SM5L

154N㨯cm

(15.8kgf㨯cm)

83N㨯cm

(8.47kgf㨯cm)

I3H7

Single Slider Type SA6L

Double Slider Type SM6L

5mm

359N㨯cm

(36.7kgf㨯cm)

176N㨯cm

(18kgf㨯cm)

I4H7

4mm

Caution: Select a screw length that suits to the effective thread depth. In case that an

insufficient screw is used, it may cause damage on the tapped holes or insufficiency in the strength.

2. Installation

2.3.3 Attachment of Transported Objects

[1] Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L

Attach a transported object with utilizing the tapped holes on the slider surface. For the detailed dimensions, refer to the appearance drawing.

Slider mounting surface

Tapped hole for attachment (4 places)

Tapped Holes for Transported Object Attachment

Type

Tapped

holes

diameter

Effective

thread

depth

Recommended screw

torque

Seating surface : Copper

Recommended screw

torque

Seating surface : Aluminum SA1L 3mm SA2L

4mm

42.4N㨯cm

(4.32kgf㨯cm)

25.4N㨯cm

(2.59kgf㨯cm)

SA3L M3 5mm

154N㨯cm

(15.8kgf㨯cm)

83N㨯cm

(8.47kgf㨯cm)

Caution: Select a screw length that suits to the effective thread depth. In case that an

insufficient screw is used, it may cause damage on the tapped holes or insufficiency in the strength.

[2] Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L

SM4L, SM5L, SM6L

Attach a transported object with utilizing the tapped holes on the slider surface. For the detailed dimensions, refer to the appearance drawing.

Slider mounting surface

Tapped hole for attachment (4 places)

Reamed hole for positioning (2 places)

Tapped Holes for Transported Object Attachment

Type

Tapped

holes

diameter

Effective

thread

depth

Recommended

screw torque

Seating surface :

Copper

Recommended

screw torque

Seating surface :

Aluminum

Reamed

holes

diameter

Effective

reamed

depth

SA4L

SM4L

3mm 2mm

SA5L

SM5L

4mm

42.4N㨯cm

(4.32kgf㨯cm)

25.4N㨯cm

(2.59kgf㨯cm)

I2H7

2.5mm

SA6L

SM6L

M3 5mm

154N㨯cm

(15.8kgf㨯cm)

83N㨯cm

(8.47kgf㨯cm)

I3H7

3.5mm

Caution: Select a screw length that suits to the effective thread depth. In case that an

insufficient screw is used, it may cause damage on the tapped holes or insufficiency in the strength.

2. Installation

3. Connecting with the Controller

As the connection cable for the controller and the actuator, use the IAI dedicated controller and dedicated connection cable. This section, explains how to layout wires for single axis.

x If the dedicated connection cable cannot be secured, reduce the load on the cable by allowing it

to deflect only by the weight of the cable or wire it in a self–standing cable hose, etc., having a large radius.

x Do not cut and reconnect the dedicated connection cable for extension or shorten the cable. x Do not pull on the dedicated connection cable or bend it forcibly. x The actuator cable coming out of the motor unit is not meant to be bent. Fix the cable so it would

not be bent repeatedly.

Affix the cable so it would not move or bend on the root of the actuator.

Please consult with IAI if you require a different kind of cable than the one supplied.

[Connecting with the AMEC, ASEP and MSEP Controller]



 

Dedicated cables

x Servo Motor Cable CB-APSEP-MPAƑƑƑ ƑƑƑ shows the cable length.

The max. length should be 10m. Example) 080 = 8m

(Note 1) The simple absolute type is not applicable.

RCL-××

Avoid th

e cablefrom moving or bending on the root.

Affi

x the cable.

Dedicated Connection Cable (connects controller and RCL)

Dedicated Controller

AMEC

ASEP

MSEP

r=68mm or more (Movable Use) r=34mm or more (Fixed Use)

[Connecting with the ACON and ASEL Controller]

         

Dedicated cables

x Servo Motor Cable

CB-ACS-MPAƑƑƑ

ƑƑƑ shows the cable length. The max. length should be 10m. Example) 080 = 8m

Dedicated Connection Cable (connects controller and RCL)

Dedicated Controller

ACON

ASEL

r=84mm or more (Movable Use) r=42mm or more (Fixed Use)

3. Connecting with the Controller

Warning: For wiring, please follow the warnings stated below. When constructing a system as the

machinery equipment, pay attention to the wiring and connection of each cable so they are conducted properly. Not following them may cause not only a malfunction such as cable breakage or connection failure, or an operation error, but also electric shock or electric leakage, or may even cause a fire.

• Use dedicated cables of IAI indicated in this Instruction manual. Contact us if you wish to have a change to the specifications of the dedicated cables.

• Make sure to turn the power off in the process of power line or cable connection or disconnection.

• Do not attempt to cut a dedicated cable with connectors on both ends to extend, shorten or re-joint it.

• Hold the dedicated cable to avoid mechanical force being applied to the terminals and connectors.

• Use a cable pipe or duct to have an appropriate protection when there is a possibility of mechanical damage on a dedicated cable.

• In case a dedicated cable is to be used at a moving part, make sure to lay out the cable without applying any force to pull the connector or extreme bend on the cable. Do not attempt to use the cable with a bending radius below the allowable value.

• Make certain that the connectors are plugged properly. Insufficient connection may cause an operation error, thus it is extremely risky.

• Do not lay out the cables to where the machine runs over them.

• Pay attention to the cable layout so it would not hit peripherals during an operation. In case it does, have an appropriate protection such as a cable track.

• When a cable is used hanging on the ceiling, prevent an environment that the cable swings with acceleration or wind velocity.

• Make sure there is not too much friction inside the cable storage equipment.

• Do not apply radiated heat to power line or cables.

• Have a sufficient radius for bending, and avoid a bend concentrating on one point.

Steel Strap (Piano Wire)

Tie them up softly.

• Do not let the cable bend, kink or twist.

• Do not pull the cable with a strong force.

• Pay attention not to concentrate the twisting force to one point on a cable.

• Do not pinch, drop a heavy object onto or cut the cable.

• When a cable is fastened to affix, make sure to have an appropriate force and do not tighten too much.

Do not use spiral tube in any position where cables are bent frequently.

3. Connecting with the Controller

• PIO line, communication line, power and driving lines are to be put separately from each other and do not tie them together. Arrange so that such lines are independently routed in the 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.

Power line

I/O lines (flat cable)

Duct

3. Connecting with the Controller

4. Operational Conditions

4.1 Acceleration of the Setting

4.1.1 Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L

The acceleration is determined by the transported weight and the duty. The graphs below show the upper limit for the acceleration against the transported weight and the duty. Set the acceleration to a value of Continuous Operation Available (Duty 100%) when the duty is over 70% and up to 100%, and set it to a value of 70% when it is 70% or below.

Transportable Weight (horizontal) and Acceleration

Type SA1L SA2L SA3L

cceleration

[G]

Continuous

operation

available

When

controlling

at duty 70%

Continuous

operation

available

When

controlling

at duty 70%

Continuous

operation

available

When

controlling

at duty 70%

0.1

0.3

0.5 1 2

0.5 0.42

0.5

0.85

1.8

1.0 0.25 0.32 0.5 0.6 1 1.2

1.5 0.18 0.24 0.36 0.45 0.65 0.8

2.0 0.15 0.2 0.3 0.36 0.5 0.6

Operating time

Duty =

Operating time + Stop time

× 100

0.6

0.5

0.4

0.3

0.2

0.1

0.5

1.5

2.5

1.5

0.5

0 0.5 1 1.5 2

1.2

0.8

0.6

0.4

0.5

1.5

0.2

Weight [kg]

SA1L Transportable Weight (horizontal) and Acceleration

SA3L Transportable Weight (horizontal) and Acceleration

SA2L Transportable Weight (horizontal) and Acceleration

Continuous Operation Available

Duty 70% Control

Continuous Operation Available

Acceleration [G]

Weight [kg]

Acceleration [G]

Weight [kg]

Acceleration [G]

4. Operational Conditions

4.1.2 Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L SM4L, SM5L, SM6L

The graph below shows the upper limit of transportable weight and acceleration available for continuous operation.

Type

SA4L, SM4L SA5L, SM5L SA6L, SM6L

Acceleration

[G]

Continuous operation

available

Continuous operation

available

Continuous operation

available

0.3 0.8 1.6 3.2

0.5 0.5 1.0 2.0

1.0 0.25 0.5 1.0

1.5 0.18 0.35 0.65

2.0 0.14 0.25 0.5

4.0

3.0

2.0

1.0

0.5 1 1.5

0.8

0.6

0.4

0.2

0.5 1 1.5 2

1.0

2.0

1.5

1.0

0.5

1.5

SA4L, SM4L Transportable Weight (horizontal) and Acceleration

SA6L, SM6L Transportable Weight (horizontal) and Acceleration

SA5L, SM5L Transportable Weight (horizontal) and Acceleration

Acceleration [G]

Weight [kg]

Acceleration [G]

Weight [kg]

Acceleration [G]

Weight [kg]

4.2 Reference for Cycle Time

4.2.1 Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L

The graph below shows the cycle time in each acceleration pattern in maximum velocity. Take this as a reference for the operation time.

Time [s]

Movement distance [mm]

Time [s]

Movement distance [mm]

Time [s]

Movement distance [mm]

SA1L Cycle Time

10 20

0.60

0.55

0.50

0.45

0.40

0.35

0.30

0.25

0.20

0.15

0.10

0.1G

0.3G

0.5G

1.5G

0.5kg

0.25kg

0.15kg

0.1kg

SA2L Cycle Time

20 30

0.60

0.55

0.50

0.45

0.40

0.35

0.30

0.25

0.20

0.15

0.10

0.1G

0.3G

0.5G

1.5G

1kg

0.85kg

0.5kg

0.36kg

0.3kg

5040

SA3L Cycle Time

0 10 20 30

0.70

0.65

0.60

0.55

0.50

0.45

0.40

0.35

0.30

0.25

0.20

0.15

0.10

0.1G

0.3G

0.5G

1.5G

2kg

1.8kg

1kg

0.65kg

0.5kg

5040 60

4. Operational Conditions

4.2.2 Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L SM4L, SM5L, SM6L

The cycle time for Long Stroke Type is referent values for when the gain adjustment is conducted considering the mounted load.

0 30 90 150

1.20

1.00

0.80

0.60

0.40

0.20

0.00

0.1G

0.3G

0.5G

1.5G

0.8kg

0.5kg

0.25kg

0.18kg

0.14kg

18060 120

0 36 108 180

1.20

1.00

0.80

0.60

0.40

0.20

0.00

0.1G

0.3G

0.5G

1.5G

1.6kg

1.0kg

0.5kg

0.35kg

0.25kg

21672 144

0 48 144 240

1.20

1.00

0.80

0.60

0.40

0.20

0.00

0.1G

0.3G

0.5G

1.5G

3.2kg

2.0kg

1.0kg

0.65kg

0.5kg

28896 192

Time [s]

Movement distance [mm]

SA4L Cycle Time

Time [s]

Movement distance [mm]

SA5L Cycle Time

Time [s]

Movement distance [mm]

SA6L Cycle Time

4.2.3 Gain Adjustment for Long Stroke Type (Servo Parameters)

The initial setting parameter of the controller is set to be optimized when the load is small. For Long Stroke Types (SA4L, SA5L, SA6L, SM4L, SM5L and SM6L), it is necessary to change the gain setting in the parameters in case the load is big. Referring to the table below, have the parameter settings adjusted considering the mounted load weight.

Servo Parameters by Load Level (Mounted Load Weight) (Recommended)

Mounted load Parameter

Type

Level kg

Speed loop

proportional gain

Speed loop

integral gain

Small 0 to 0.25 453 2,516 SA4L

SM4L

Big 0.26 to 0.8 824 4,578

Small 0 to 0.5 860 4,779 SA5L

SM5L

Big 0.6 to 1.6 1,571 8,728

Small 0 to 1.0 1,511 8,397 SA6L

SM6L

Big 1.1 to 3.2 2,761 15,337

Refer to the instruction manual of the controller for how to set and change the parameters.

4. Operational Conditions

5. Maintenance Inspection

5.1 Inspection Items and Schedule

Follow the maintenance inspection schedule below. It is assumed that the equipment is operating 8 hours per day. If the equipment is running continuously night and day or otherwise running at a high operating rate, inspect more often as needed.

External visual

inspection

Internal inspection

Start of work inspection

{

1-month inspection

{

6-month inspection

{ {

12-month inspection

{ {

Every 6 months

thereafter

{

Every 12 months

thereafter

{ {

*1 If the actuator are operated back and forth repeatedly over a distance of 30 mm or less, the oil film

created by the grease may be broken. It is recommended to have 5 cycles of back and forth operation in a distance more than 50mm after every 5,000 to 10,000 rounds of the short distance operation. A layer of the grease will recover.

5.2 External Visual Inspection

An external visual inspection should check the following things.

Main unit Loose actuator mounting bolts, other loose items Cables Scratches, proper connections Stainless steel sheet Scratches, foreign object on sliding surfaces Overall Irregular noise, vibration

5.3 Internal inspection

Turn over the stainless steel sheet and check visually. There are precise electrical components, strong magnet and so on inside. Do not attempt to detach such parts as the side cover or encoder cover since to avoid a risk to damage the internal components or a foreign object get inside, which may cause a malfunction. Have a maintenance inspection or repair in IAI in case any detection is found.

1) Turn the power off, and remove the screws on one side.

2) Turn over the sheet and check inside.

3) Once the inspection is finished, put the sheet back in the right position and tighten the screws.

Inspection Items Contents of Inspection

Main unit Loose actuator mounting bolts, other loose items

Guide Lubrication, buildup

5.4 Cleaning

Ɣ Clean exterior surfaces as necessary. Ɣ Use a soft cloth to wipe away dirt and buildup. Ɣ Do not blow too hard with compressed air as it may cause dust to get in through the gaps. Ɣ Do not use oil–based solvents as they can harm lacquered and painted surfaces. Ɣ To remove severe buildup, wipe gently with a soft cloth soaked in a neutral detergent or alcohol.

5.5 Grease Supply to the guide

On the guide of the moving part, a product of maintenance free (long term supply of lubricating oil) is applied. Product life or degradation may differ depending on the condition of use. Supply grease in case there is degradation detected in the internal inspection.

IAI uses the following grease in our plant.

Kyodo Yushi Lithium Soap Based Grease Multemp PS No.2

Warning: Never use any fluorine-based grease. Mixing lithium-based grease with other grease

not only reduces the performance of the grease, it may even cause damage to the actuator.

5. Maintenance Inspection

5.6 Replacement of the stainless steel sheet

5.6.1 Slim Type SA1L, SA2L, SA3L

1) Remove the Phillips-head screws with using a

precision Phillips screwdriver No. 0, and detach the oil stainless steel sheet. Prepare a piece of plain paper (with thickness of approximately 0.1mm) and cut it in a size with the width in the same as stainless steel sheet (SA1L: 8mm and SA2L/3L: 11mm) and length longer than the slider cover.

Put the paper prepared in 1) through under the slider cover as shown in the picture.

Put a new stainless steel sheet through along the paper.

Remove the paper, and tighten the Phillips-head screws with using a precision Phillips screwdriver to attach the stainless steel sheet.

5.6.2 Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L

SM4L, SM5L, SM6L

1) Remove the old stainless steel sheet.

Prepare a piece of plain paper (with thickness of approximately 0.1mm) and cut it in a size with the width in the same as stainless steel sheet (SA4: 8mm and SA5/6: 11mm) and length longer than the slider cover.

Put the paper prepared in 1) through under the slider cover as shown in the picture.

Put a new stainless steel sheet through along the paper.

Remove the paper, and tighten the Phillips-head screws with using a precision Phillips screwdriver to attach the stainless steel sheet.

5. Maintenance Inspection

6. External Dimensions

6.1 Slim Type Single Slider Type

6.1.1 SA1L

26.5

3 3

2 10

50 50 50 14

ME SE

Stroke=40 20 19

178

Home ME

8-M2 depth 4

4-M2 depth 3

Secure at least 100

(300)

9.6

Ma Moment datum point for offset

Cable joint connector

ME SE : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

6.1.2 SA2L

31.5

19 2 18

3 3

Stroke=48 25 19

214

2 30 5 50 50 0 30

8-M2 depth 4

11.3

4-M2 depth 4

Secure at least 100 Ma Moment datum point for offset

ME SE : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

Home

Cable joint connector

(300)

ME SE

Weight : 0.28kg

Weight : 0.45kg

6.1.3 SA3L

36.5

5235

2 23 Stroke=64 30 23

278

MEME

2 30 50 50 50 50 44

10-M3 depth 4

12.3

Home

4-M3 depth 5

Secure at least 100

Ma Moment datum point for offset

Cable joint connector

ME SE : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

ME SE

(300)

Weight : 0.82kg

6. External Dimensions

6.2 Long Stroke Type Single Slider Type

6.2.1 SA4L

Detail D

3H7

+0.010

M.E.

S.E.

19.5

2-φ2H7 depth 2

4-M2 depth 3

± 0.02

Stroke 30 28.5

(Stroke+78)

Home

M.E.

Oblong Hole, depth 4

(D)

A ×30

13.5

φ 3H7 depth 4

B-M3 depth 5

1426

Ma Moment datum

point for offset

(Reamer pitch

tolerance ±0.02)

(0.6)

(30)

(0.6)

(1)

(300)

(1)

(21.3)

Secure at least 100

M.E. S.E. : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

(through)

Cable joint connector

Stroke 30 60 90 120 150 180

L 108 138 168 198 228 258 A 3 4 5 6 7 8 B 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 60 90 120 150 180 210

Weight [kg] 0.21 0.25 0.29 0.32 0.36 0.4

6.2.2 SA5L

M.E. S.E.

21 Stroke 40 30

Home

M.E.

A ×36

φ3H7 depth 4

B-M3 depth 5

32 16

3H7

+0.010

2-φ 2H7 depth 2.5

4-M2 depth 4 (through)

± 0.02

Ma Moment datum

point for offset

(0.6) (0.6)

(25.3)

(36)

Detail D

Oblong Hole, depth 4

(D)

Secure at least 100

M.E. S.E. : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

(1)

(300)

(1)

L (Stroke+91)

(Reamer pitch

tolerance ±0.02)

Cable joint connector

Stroke 36 72 108 144 180 216

L 127 163 199 235 271 307 A 3 4 5 6 7 8 B 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 72 108 144 180 216 252

Weight [kg] 0.35 0.42 0.48 0.55 0.62 0.68

6. External Dimensions

6.2.3 SA6L

2-φ3H7 depth 3.5

4-M3 depth 5

(through)

± 0.02

Stroke 4827

Home

M.E.

φ4H7 depth 4

B-M4 depth 5

A ×48

18.539.5

18.5

23 13

4H7

+0.012

S.E.

20.7

M.E.

Ma Moment datum

point for offset

(0.8) (0.8)

(42)

(30.3)

Detail D

Oblong Hole, depth 4 (D)

M.E. S.E. : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

(1)

(300)

(1)

(

Stroke+114)

Secure at least 100

(Reamer pitch

tolerance ±0.02)

Cable joint connector

Stroke 48 96 144 192 240 288

L 162 210 258 306 354 402 A 3 4 5 6 7 8 B 4 5 6 7 8 9 C 96 144 192 240 288 336

Weight [kg] 0.67 0.8 0.93 1.07 1.2 1.34

6.3 Long Stroke Type Double Slider Type

6.3.1 SM4L

28.5 30

M.E.

Stroke 30 28.5

Stroke

Home

M.E.

2-φ2H7 depth 2

± 0.02

A ×30

13.5

15C

φ3H7 depth 4

B-M3 depth 5

1426

3H7

+0.010

Ma Moment datum

point for offset

(0.6) (0.6)

(30)

(21.3)

Detail D

Oblong Hole, depth 4

(D)

Secure at least 100

M.E. S.E. : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

(Minimum pitch of sliders)

(Stroke+147)

(1)

(300) (300)

(1)

(Reamer pitch

tolerance ±0.02)

4-M2 depth 3 (through)

Cable joint connector

Stroke 30 60 90 120

L 177 207 237 267 A 5 6 7 8 B 6 7 8 9 C 120 150 180 210

Weight [kg] 0.37 0.4 0.44 0.48

6. External Dimensions

6.3.2 SM5L

16 19 13

30 40

M.E

Home

Stroke+2 40 30

Stroke+2

M.E.

2-φ2H7 depth 2.5

± 0.02

1 1

A ×36

φ3H7 depth 4

B-M3 depth 5

3H7

+0.010

Ma Moment datum

point for offset

(0.6) (0.6)

(36)

(25.3)

Detail D

Secure at least 100

(Minimum pitch of sliders)

M.E. S.E. : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

(1)

(300) (300)

(1)

(

Stroke+172)

4-M2 depth 4 (through)

(Reamer pitch

tolerance ±0.02)

Cable joint connector

Stroke 36 72 108 144

L 208 244 280 316 A 5 6 7 8 B 6 7 8 9 C 144 180 216 252

Weight [kg] 0.62 0.69 0.75 0.82

6.3.3 SM6L

4H7

+0.012

A ×48

φ4H7 Reamed, depth 4

B-M4 depth 5

18.539.5

3948

Home

M.E.

2-φ3H7 depth 3.5

Stroke+8

4839

Stroke+8

M.E.

Home

18.5 23 13

20.7

0.02

Ma Moment datum

point for offset

(0.8) (0.8)

(42)

(30.3)

Detail D

Secure at least 100

M.E. S.E. : Stroke End

: Mechanical end

(1)

(300)

(1)

(300)

(

Stroke+222)

4-M3 depth 5 (through)

(Reamer pitch

tolerance ±0.02)

Cable joint connector

Stroke 48 96 144 192

L 270 318 366 414 A 5 6 7 8 B 6 7 8 9 C 192 240 288 336

Weight [kg] 1.17 1.31 1.44 1.58

6. External Dimensions

7. How to use the home mark

As necessary, affix these marks to the product to mark the home position of the actuator.

Home mark sticker

Home mark scale × 4 Home mark × 4 (Scale: 1 mm graduation mark, 10 mm width)

• Peel off the marks from the base sheet. Note 1. Every mark has sticky back.

2. Remove smear and stain from the surface.

3. Avoid label or nameplate as a marking location.

Contents of sticker

× 1 sheet

Example of Use

1) Used to indicate the direction of actuator home

On the slider

On the base near home position

Motor

2) Used as stop positions

Motor

On the slider

At stop positions on the base

3) Used for position deviation check

On the base

On the slider

• Place the marks when the actuator is stopped at home position.

7. How to use the home mark

8. Life

The product life is assumed to be 5,000km (reference) under the condition that it runs with maximum load capacity and maximum acceleration/deceleration.

8. Life

9. Warranty

9 Warranty

9.1 Warranty Period

One of the following periods, whichever is shorter:

• 18 months after shipment from our factory

• 12 months after delivery to a specified location

• 2,500 operational hours

9.2 Scope of the Warranty

Our products are covered by warranty when all of the following conditions are met. Faulty products covered by warranty will be replaced or repaired free of charge:

(1) The breakdown or problem in question pertains to our product as delivered by us or our

authorized dealer. (2) The breakdown or problem in question occurred during the warranty period. (3) The breakdown or problem in question occurred while the product was in use for an

appropriate purpose under the conditions and environment of use specified in the operation

manual and catalog. (4) The breakdown or problem in question was caused by a specification defect or problem, or

by the poor quality of our product.

Note that breakdowns due to any of the following reasons are excluded from the scope of warranty:

[1] Anything other than our product

[2] Modification or repair performed by a party other than us (unless we have approved such

modification or repair)

[3] Anything that could not be easily predicted with the level of science and technology

available at the time of shipment from our company [4] A natural disaster, man-made disaster, incident or accident for which we are not liable [5] Natural fading of paint or other symptoms of aging [6] Wear, depletion or other expected result of use [7] Operation noise, vibration or other subjective sensation not affecting function or

maintenance

Note that the warranty only covers our product as delivered and that any secondary loss arising from a breakdown of our product is excluded from the scope of warranty.

9.3 Honoring the Warranty

As a rule, the product must be brought to us for repair under warranty.

9.4 Limited Liability

(1) We shall assume no liability for any special damage, consequential loss or passive loss such

as a loss of expected profit arising from or in connection with our product.

(2) We shall not be liable for any program or control method created by the customer to operate

our product or for the result of such program or control method.

9.5 Conditions of Conformance with Applicable Standards/Regulations, Etc., and Applications

(1) If our product is combined with another product or any system, device, etc., used by the

customer, the customer must first check the applicable standards, regulations and/or rules. The customer is also responsible for confirming that such combination with our product conforms to the applicable standards, etc. In such a case we will not be liable for the conformance of our product with the applicable standards, etc.

(2) Our product is for general industrial use. It is not intended or designed for the applications

specified below, which require a high level of safety. Accordingly, as a rule our product cannot be used in these applications. Contact us if you must use our product for any of these applications:

[1] Medical equipment pertaining to maintenance or management of human life or health [2] A mechanism or mechanical equipment intended to move or transport people (such as

a vehicle, railway facility or aviation facility) [3] Important safety parts of mechanical equipment (such as safety devices) [4] Equipment used to handle cultural assets, art or other irreplaceable items

(3) Contact us at the earliest opportunity if our product is to be used in any condition or

environment that differs from what is specified in the catalog or operation manual.

9.6 Other Items Excluded from Warranty

The price of the product delivered to you does not include expenses associated with programming, the dispatch of engineers, etc. Accordingly, a separate fee will be charged in the following cases even during the warranty period:

[1] Guidance for installation/adjustment and witnessing of test operation [2] Maintenance and inspection [3] Technical guidance and education on operating/wiring methods, etc. [4] Technical guidance and education on programming and other items related to programs

9. Warranty

Change History

Revision Date Revision Description

April 2009

March 2013

First edition

Second edition

• Long Stroke Type SA4L, SA5L, SA6L, SM4L, SM5L, SM6L added

Third edition

• Revised overall

Change History

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Manual No.: ME3666-3A (March 2013)

13.03.000

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IAI America RCL-SM6L User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Please Read Before Use

Table of Contents

Safety Guide

Caution in Handling

International Standards Compliances

Names of the Parts

1. Specifications Check

1.1 Checking the Product

1.2 Specification

1.3 Option

1.4 Motor • Encoder Cables

2. Installation

2.1 Transportation

2.2 Installation and Storage • Preservation Environment

2.3 How to Install

3. Connecting with the Controller

4. Operational Conditions

4.1 Acceleration of the Setting

4.2 Reference for Cycle Time

5. Maintenance Inspection

5.1 Inspection Items and Schedule

5.2 External Visual Inspection

5.3 Internal inspection

5.4 Cleaning

5.5 Grease Supply to the guide

5.6 Replacement of the stainless steel sheet

6. External Dimensions

6.1 Slim Type Single Slider Type

6.2 Long Stroke Type Single Slider Type

6.3 Long Stroke Type Double Slider Type

7. How to use the home mark

8. Life

9 Warranty

9.1 Warranty Period

9.2 Scope of the Warranty

9.3 Honoring the Warranty

9.4 Limited Liability

9.5 Conditions of Conformance with Applicable Standards/Regulations, Etc., and Applications

9.6 Other Items Excluded from Warranty

Change History