
USERS’ MANUAL
FOR
Linear Encoder Options LCA, LCB, LCC,
LCD and LCE
AVAILABLE WITH
MOOG ADVANCED-HIGH FORCE LINEAR MOTORS
UM-103 Revision B
Date: 03/17/09
Linear Encoder Option designed by Motor Option Numbers
LCA, LCB, LCC, LCD and LCE
Ph: 610-328-4000, Toll Free: 800-510-6885
E-mail: mcg@moog.com Web-site: www.moog.com/components
Moog Components Group
Springfield Operations
750 West Sproul Road
Springfield, PA 19064
Fx: 610-605-6216 2009

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Table of Contents:
1. SAFETY: .................................................................................................................. 4
2. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES: ............................................................ 4
3. SCOPE: .................................................................................................................... 7
4. INTRODUCTION: .................................................................................................. 8
4.1. Installation Sequence: ................................................................................. 9
5. INFORMATION FOR DRIVE OR CONTROLLER SETUP: ........................ 10
6. MECHANICAL MOUNTING NOTES: ............................................................. 11
6.1. Encoder Alignment: .................................................................................. 11
6.2. Dual-Face Mounting: ................................................................................ 12
6.3. End-Stops: ................................................................................................. 12
6.4. Notes: ........................................................................................................ 12
7. ENCODER CABLE CONNECTIONS: .............................................................. 14
7.1. Selecting the Linear Encoder Modular Cables: ........................................ 14
7.2. Wiring the Linear Encoder to the Drive with the Pigtail Cable:............... 15
7.2.1. Pigtail Lead Terminations: ........................................................................ 15
7.2.2. Pigtail cable signal descriptions: ............................................................... 16
7.2.2.1. Encoder and Hall Sensor Power: ...................................................... 16
7.2.2.2. Digital Quadrature Incremental Signals A and B: ............................ 17
7.2.2.3. Sin/Cos signals using Option LCE: .................................................. 17
7.2.2.4. Encoder Misalignment Fault Alarm E: ............................................. 17
7.2.2.5. Signal Quality / Alignment signal X:................................................ 17
7.2.2.6. Reference Mark (Z, Vo) and Limit Switch (Vq) signals: ................. 18
7.2.2.7. Commutation (Hall Sensor) Connections: ........................................ 19
7.2.2.8. Inner and Outer Shields: ................................................................... 20
7.2.2.9. Voltage Sense wires Vref+ and Vref-: .............................................. 20
APPENDIX-A: (REVISION HISTORY) ..................................................................... 21
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WARNING: Identifies information about
CAUTION: Identifies information about
1.
Safety:
Moog motors are capable of producing high forces and velocities. Always
follow appropriate safety precautions when installing and applying these motors.
Equipment should be designed and utilized to prevent personnel from coming in
contact with moving parts that could potentially cause injury.
Read the Moog Linear Motor User’s Manual which applies to the motor you are using
before attempting to operate this device.
Read all cautions, warnings and notes before attempting to operate this device.
Follow all applicable codes and standards.
2.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes:
The following conventions are used on the equipment and found in this
manual. Please read all equipment labels and manuals before attempting to use Moog
Linear Motors.
A WARNING identifies information that is critical for identifying and avoiding a hazard
that could lead to serious personnel injury or equipment damage.
A CAUTION identifies information that is critical to prevent permanent equipment
damage.
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practices or circumstances that can lead to
personal injury, property damage, or loss of life
if not correctly followed.
practices or circumstances that can lead to
severe equipment damage.
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NOTE: Identifies information that is critical for successful
WARNING: Do not remove the Linear Position Sensor Cover
caught in the moving parts.
WARNING: Do not step onto or apply lateral Loads to the Linear
CAUTION: The Moog Linear Motor Bearing System is not designed
CAUTION: The Moog Linear Position Sensor is not designed to
A NOTE identifies information that is critical for successful application and
understanding of the product.
Follow all warnings and cautions listed in this manual and in the applicable Moog Linear
Motor User’s Manual when working with Moog Components Group High Force Linear
Motors.
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application and understanding of the product.
plates or otherwise disassemble the Linear Position
Sensor. Hands, fingers or clothing may be pinched or
Position Sensor Housing.
to support large lateral loads. Lateral loading of the
shaft during movement will limit bearing life and cause
Linear Position Sensor misalignment leading to loss of
position control and phasing.
accommodate shaft rotation. An external torque applied
to the shaft will cause Linear Position Sensor
misalignment leading to loss of position control and
phasing.
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CAUTION: The Moog Linear Position Sensor contains electronic
CAUTION: When pigtail Linear Position Sensor cables are used
CAUTION: Electrical Phasing of the Linear Position Sensor
CAUTION: The Moog Linear Position Sensor is not designed to
CAUTION: The Linear Encoder Option is not designed to be
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circuitry that can be damaged by misapplication of
electrical power, or by applying electrical power of the
wrong voltage or polarity. To avoid damaging the
Linear Position Sensor, always use the correct Moog –
approved cable intended for the Drive in use. Ensure
correct sensor power supply voltage and that all
custom sensor cables are properly wired before
applying power.
removed, aligned, adjusted, disassembled or installed
(EC series) do not leave stripped wire ends
unprotected. Shorting of the wire ends will damage the
Commutation Track is set by the factory and normally
should not require adjustment. Loosening of the
magnet track screws will allow the magnet track to
misalign, resulting in loss of commutation. Excessive
loosening of the magnet track screws will allow the
magnet track to fall toward and strike the Linear Motor
shaft necessitating repair by Moog.
accommodate shock loads greater than 100 G. Ensure
that the shaft does not slam into either end stop.
Slamming may result in encoder misalignment and / or
damage to the Encoder.
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3.
Scope:
This manual provides information for the installation of Linear Encoder
Options LCA, LCB, LCC, LCD and LCE which are available with the Moog
4020/5020 Linear Motors. For all other aspects of Linear Motor installation, please
refer to the appropriate user’s manual.
Fig 3-1
Linear Encoder Option on a 50204C Motor.
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