Renishaw VIONiC RTLC20-S Installation Manual

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Installation guide
M-6195-9108-03-B
VIONiC™ RTLC20-S linear encoder system
RSLM high accuracy linear encoder
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Contents
Storage and handling 2
VIONiC readhead installation drawing 3
RTLC20-S scale installation drawing 4
Scale application 5
End covers 5
Reference mark selector and limit magnet installation 6
Datum clamp 6
VIONiC encoder system quick-start guide 7
Readhead mounting and alignment 8
System calibration 9
Output signals 10
Speed 10
Electrical connections 11
Output specications 11
General specications 12
Scale technical specications 12
Reference mark 12
Limit switches 12
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Product compliance

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Renishaw plc declares that the VIONiC ™ encoder system complies with the applicable standards and regulations. A copy of the EU declaration of conformity is available from our website at
www.renishaw.com/productcompliance
FCC compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The user is cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved by Renishaw plc or
authorised representative could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance.
Patents
Features of Renishaw’s encoder systems and similar products are the subjects of the following patents and patent applications:
EP1173731 IL146001 JP4750998 US6775008 CN100543424
EP1766334 JP4932706 US7659992 CN100507454 JP5386081
US7550710 CN101300463 EP1946048 JP5017275 US7624513
CN101310165 EP1957943 US7839296 CN1314511 EP1469969
JP5002559 US8987633 US8466943
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Further information
Further information relating to the VIONiC encoder range can be found in the VIONiC series encoder system data sheet (Renishaw part no. L-9517-9678), Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 data sheet
(Renishaw part no. L-9517-9699), Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software quick-start guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9321), and the Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software user guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9413). These can be downloaded from our website
www.renishaw.com/opticalencoders and are also available from your local Renishaw representative.
This document may not be copied or reproduced in whole or in part, or transferred to any other media or language, by any means without the written prior permission of Renishaw. The publication of material within this document does not imply freedom from the patent rights of Renishaw plc.
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product should not be mixed with general household waste upon disposal. It is the responsibility of the end
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Storage and handling

Scale and readhead
Readhead only
N-heptane
CH3(CH2)5CH
3
Propan-2-ol
CH3CHOHCH
Acetone
3
Chlorinated
Solvents
3
CH3COCH
Methylated
Spirits
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Minimum bend radius
RTLC20-S – 150 mm
NOTE: Ensure self-adhesive tape is on the outside of bend.
Storage
+70°C
−20°C
Operating
+70°C 0°C
Humidity
95% relative humidity (non-condensing) to
IEC60068‑2‑78
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VIONiC readhead installation drawing

Dimensions and tolerances in mm
Reference mark selector magnet
P limit magnet
Selected IN-TRAC
reference mark
Reference mark selector
R>30 Dynamic bend radius R>10 Static bend radius
5
0.2
±
(incremental and reference mark)
Optical centreline
18
sensor position
6
min
29
7.8
7.8
Forward direction of
readhead relative to scale
35
23
11.5
Set-up LED
Q limit magnet
P and Q limit switch sensor position
2 mounting holes M2.5 through,
counterbored Ø3×2.3 deep both sides.
NOTE: The recommended thread engagement is 5 min (7.5 including counterbore) and the recommended tightening torque is between
0.25 and 0.4Nm.
(Yaw tol. ±0.4°)
Offset 2.75 ±0.5
0.25
Mounting faces
(Roll tol. ±0.5°)
0.08
13.5
Detail A
8.75 *
4.25
4.15
10
Scale reading surface
Scale thickness 0.4 (including adhesive)
Ø4.25
5
*Extent of mounting face.
Optical centreline marker
Dimension from substrate surface.
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A
0.6
Rideheight: 2.1 ±0.15
3
(Pitch tol. ±1°)
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RTLC20-S scale installation drawing

(Adhesive datum clamp)
Dimensions and tolerances in mm
Overall length ( L + 37 )
1.5
START (See page 5)
Scale length ( L )
FINISH (See page 5)
Measuring length ML = (L − 17) (ML = (L − 32) with dual limits)
VIONiC readhead
5
0.5
0.2/100
F
F = axis of motion
10
15
P limit magnet (A-9653-0138)
P and Q limit switch
sensor position
A
9.2
Datum clamp
(A-9585-0028)
Reference mark selector magnet
(A-9653-0143) (Dimensions as P limit)
IN-TRAC reference mark
RTLC20-S scale
Q limit magnet
(A-9653-0139)
(Dimensions as P limit)
5
B
8
Optional end cover (Pair A-9585-0035)
Readhead optical detector position at extent of travel
Optical centreline (incremental and reference mark)
Nominal P limit
*
C
trigger point
0.05
F
F = axis of motion
Nominal Q limit
trigger point
Ra 3.2
Detail A
Optional bolted reference mark selector or limit magnets
15 ±1
Detail B
Detail C
End cover alignment
3.7
4.5
*Dimension from substrate surface.
NOTES: The reference mark selector and limit actuator locations are correct for the readhead orientation shown.
External magnetic fields greater than 6 mT, in the vicinity of the readhead, may cause false activation of the limit and reference sensors.
Supplied with 2 × M2 × 4 screws.
12
indicator
3.5
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0.8
22
18
Ø2.2
10
3.7
18.5 ±1
Bolted magnet type Part number
P limit A-9653-0292 Q limit A-9653-0291
Reference mark selector A-9653-0290
1.85
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Scale application

The scale applicator (A-9589-0115) is designed for use with RTLC20-S scale.
1
Allow the scale to acclimatise to the installation environment prior to
installation.
2
Mark out the ‘START’ and ‘FINISH’ points for the scale on the axis
substrate – ensure that there is room for the optional end covers if required
(see ‘RTLC20-S scale installation drawing’ on page 4).
3
Thoroughly clean and degrease the substrate using recommended solvents
(see ‘Storage and handling’ on page 2). Allow the substrate to dry
before applying scale.
4
Mount the scale applicator to the readhead mounting bracket using M2.5
screws. Place the shim supplied with the readhead between the applicator and substrate to set the nominal height.
NOTE: The scale applicator can be mounted either way round to enable
easiest orientation for scale installation.
Side mounting scale applicator (A-9589-0115).
8
Slowly and smoothly move the applicator through the entire axis
of travel, ensuring the backing paper is pulled manually from the scale and does not catch under the applicator.
Direction of scale application
RTLC20-S
Backing tape
Splitter screw
‘START’
9
Remove the applicator and, if necessary,
adhere the remaining scale manually.
Apply rm nger pressure via a clean
lint-free cloth along the length of the scale after application to ensure complete adhesion.
10
Clean the scale using Renishaw scale
cleaning wipes (A-9523-4040) or a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.

End covers

The end cover kit (A-9585-0035) is designed to be used with RTLC20-S scale to provide protection for
exposed ends.
NOTE: End covers are optional and can be tted before or after readhead installation.
5
Move the axis to the scale ‘START’ position, leaving enough room for the
scale to be inserted through the applicator, as shown below.
6
Begin to remove the backing paper from the scale and insert the scale
into the applicator up to the ‘START’ point (as shown). Ensure the backing paper is routed under the splitter screw.
7
Apply nger pressure to the scale at the ‘START’ point, using a clean
lint-free cloth, to ensure scale end adheres well to the substrate.
‘START’
M2.5 mounting holes
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Remove the backing tape from the adhesive tape on the back of
the end cover.
2
Align the marker on the edges of the end cover with the end of the
scale and place the end cover over the scale.
NOTE: There will be a gap* between the end of the scale and
the adhesive tape on the end cover.
*
gap
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Reference mark selector and limit magnet installation

IMPORTANT: Allow 24 hours after scale application before tting magnets.
For accuracy and ease of positioning of reference mark selector and limit magnets, the applicator tool (A-9653-0201) should be used. The magnet should be attached to the applicator tool as shown below. Limit magnets can be positioned at any
user‑dened location along the scale, but the reference mark selector magnet
should be positioned adjacent to the selected IN-TRAC reference mark as shown.
As the VIONiC readhead passes the reference mark selector magnet or limit
switch magnet, a force of up to 0.2N is generated between the magnet and the concentrators on the readhead. The design of the bracket should be sufciently stiff
so that it is able to tolerate such force without distorting. Following the clamping instructions on the scale installation will prevent this magnetic force from disturbing the scale.
Limit trigger point
The limit output is nominally asserted when the readhead limit switch sensor passes the limit magnet leading edge, but can trigger up to 3 mm before that edge
(see ‘RTLC20-S scale installation drawing’ on page 4).
NOTES
X Reference and limit magnets may creep when inuenced by magnetic materials
in close proximity. In such cases, they should be held in place using an additional llet of epoxy glue or similar along the outer edge of the magnet
assembly. Optional bolted reference and limit magnets are available.
X The reference mark selector and limit actuator locations are correct for the
readhead orientation shown.
X External magnetic elds greater than 6mT, in the vicinity of the readhead,
may cause false activation of the limit and reference sensors.
P limit magnet
Applicator tool
(A9653‑0201)
Remove
self-adhesive
backing paper
Reference mark selector magnet
Selected IN-TRAC
reference mark
Q limit magnet

Datum clamp

IMPORTANT: Allow 24 hours after scale application before tting datum clamp.
The datum clamp (A‑9585‑0028) xes the RTLC20‑S
scale rigidly to the substrate at the location chosen.
CAUTION: The metrology of the system may be compromised if the datum clamp is not used.
The datum clamp does not need to be tted adjacent to a
reference mark. It can be positioned anywhere along the
axis depending upon the customers’ requirements.
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Remove the backing paper from the datum clamp.
Place the datum clamp with the cut-out against the scale at the chosen location.
A-9585-0028
2
Place a small amount of adhesive (Loctite® 435™)
in the cut-out on the datum clamp, ensuring none of the adhesive wicks onto the scale surface. Dispensing tips P-TL50-0209 are available.
Ensure the adhesive wicks along the entire length of the cut-out.
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VIONiC encoder system quick-start guide

This section is a quick-start guide to installing a VIONiC encoder system.
More detailed information on installing the system is contained on page 8 and page 9 of this installation guide.
The optional Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100* (A-6165-0100) and ADT View software† can be used to aid installation and calibration.
INSTALLATION
Ensure scale, readhead optical window and mounting faces are clean and free from obstructions.
If required, ensure reference mark selector magnet is correctly positioned (see ‘RTLC20-S scale installation drawing’ on page 4).
Connect the readhead to receiving electronics and power‑up. The set‑up LED on the readhead will ash.
Install and align the readhead to maximise signal strength over the full axis of travel as indicated by a Green ashing LED.
CALIBRATION
Cycle the power to the readhead to initiate the calibration routine. The LED will single ash Blue.
Move the readhead along the scale at slow speed (<100 mm/s), without passing a reference mark, until the LED starts double ashing Blue.
If a reference mark is not being used, the calibration routine should now
be exited by cycling the power. The LED will stop ashing.
The system is now calibrated and ready for use. Calibration values, Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and Automatic Offset Control (AOC) status are stored in readhead non-volatile memory at power down.
NOTE: If calibration fails, restore factory defaults by obscuring the readhead optical window on power-up (see page 9). Repeat the installation and calibration routine.
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No reference mark
Move the readhead back and forth over the selected reference
*
For more details refer to the Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software quick-start guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9321) and
Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 and ADT View software user guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9413).
The software can be downloaded for free from www.renishaw.com/adt
Reference mark
mark until the LED stops ashing.
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Readhead mounting and alignment

Mounting brackets
The bracket must have a at mounting surface and should provide adjustment to enable conformance to the installation tolerances, allow adjustment to the rideheight of the readhead, and be sufciently stiff to prevent deection or vibration of the readhead during operation.
Readhead set-up
Ensure that the scale, readhead optical window and mounting face are clean and free from obstructions.
NOTE: When cleaning the readhead and scale apply cleaning uid sparingly; do not soak.
To set nominal rideheight, place the green spacer with the aperture under the optical centre of the
readhead to allow normal LED function during set‑up procedure. Adjust the readhead to achieve a ashing Green LED along the full axis of travel. The faster the ash rate, the closer it is to optimum set‑up. The
optional Advanced Diagnostic Tool ADTi-100 (A-6195-0100) and ADT View software can be used to optimise signal strength in challenging installations. See www.renishaw.com/adt for more information.
NOTE: When re-installing the readhead, factory defaults should be restored (see page 9).
Readhead LED diagnostics
Mode LED Status
Installation mode Green ashing Good set‑up, maximise ash rate for optimum set‑up
Orange ashing Poor set‑up, adjust readhead to obtain Green ashing LED
Red ashing Poor set‑up, adjust readhead to obtain Green ashing LED
Calibration mode Blue single ashing Calibrating incremental signals
Blue double ashing Calibrating reference mark
Normal operation Blue AGC on, optimum set-up
Green AGC off, optimum set-up
Red Poor set‑up; signal may be too low for reliable operation
Blank ash Reference mark detected (visible indication at speed
<100mm/s only)
Alarm 4 red ashes Low signal or over signal; system in error
Pitch
0°±1°
Ya w
0°±0.4°
Readhead set-up LED status
Green
flashing
Green spacer
Rideheight
2.1±0.15mm
Orange flashing
Roll
0°±0.5°
Red
flashing
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System calibration

NOTE: The functions described below can also be carried out using the optional ADTi-100 and ADT View
software. See www.renishaw.com/adt for more information.
Ensure signal strength has been optimised along the full axis of travel; the LED will be ashing Green. Cycle the power to the readhead or connect the ‘Remote CAL’ output pin to 0V for <3 seconds. The readhead will then single ash Blue to indicate it is in calibration mode as detailed in ‘Readhead mounting and alignment’
on page 8. The readhead will only enter calibration mode if the LED is ashing Green.
Step 1 – Incremental signal calibration
X Move the readhead along the axis at slow speed (<100 mm/s or less than the readhead maximum
speed, whichever is slowest), ensuring it does not pass a reference mark, until the LED starts
double‑ashing indicating the incremental signals are now calibrated and the new settings are stored in
the readhead memory.
X The system is now ready for reference mark phasing. For systems without a reference mark, cycle the
power to the readhead or connect the ‘Remote CAL’ output pin to 0V for <3 seconds to exit calibration mode.
X If the system does not automatically enter the reference mark phasing stage (LED continues single
ashing) the calibration of the incremental signals has failed. After ensuring failure is not due to overspeed (>100mm/s or exceeding the readhead maximum speed), exit the calibration routine, restore
factory defaults as detailed below, and check the readhead installation and system cleanliness before repeating the calibration routine.
Step 2 – Reference mark phasing
X Move the readhead back and forth over the selected reference mark until the LED stops ashing and
remains solid Blue (or Green if AGC is disabled). The reference mark is now phased.
X The system automatically exits the calibration routine and is ready for operation.
X AGC is automatically switched on once calibration is complete. To switch off AGC refer to the
‘Enabling/disabling AGC’ section.
X If the LED continues double‑ashing after repeatedly passing the chosen reference mark it is not
being detected.
- Ensure that the correct readhead conguration is being used. Readheads can either output all
reference marks or only output a reference mark where a reference selector magnet is tted
depending on the options chosen when ordering.
- Check reference mark selector magnet is tted in the correct location relative to readhead orientation (see ‘RTLC20-S scale installation drawing’ on page 4).
Restoring factory defaults
When re-installing the system, or in the case of continued calibration failure, factory defaults should be restored.
To restore factory defaults:
X Switch system off.
X Obscure the readhead optical window (using the spacer supplied with the readhead ensuring the cut-out
is NOT under the optical window) or connect the ‘Remote CAL’ output pin to 0V.
X Power the readhead.
X Remove the spacer or, if using, the connection from the ‘Remote CAL’ output pin to 0 V.
X The LED will star t continuously ashing indicating factory defaults have been restored and the readhead
is in installation mode (ashing set‑up LED).
X Repeat ‘Readhead set-up’ procedure on page 8.
Enabling/disabling AGC
The AGC is switched on once the system has been calibrated indicated by a Blue LED. AGC can be manually switched off by connecting the ‘Remote CAL’ output pin to 0 V for>3 seconds <10 seconds. The LED will then be solid Green.
Calibration routine manual exit
X To exit the calibration routine at any stage cycle the power to the readhead or connect the ‘Remote CAL’
output pin to 0 V for <3 seconds. The LED will then stop ashing.
LED Settings stored
Blue single ashing None, restore factory defaults and recalibrate
Blue double ashing Incremental only
Blue (auto-complete) Incremental and reference mark
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Output signals

Digital outputs
Function Signal Colour 9-way D-type
(A)
Power 5 V Brown 5 7, 8 4, 12 G
0 V White 1 2, 9 2, 10 H
Incremental
Reference mark
+ Red 2 14 1 M
A
Blue 6 6 9 L
+ Yellow 4 13 3 J
B
Green 8 5 11 K
+ Violet 3 12 14 D
Z
Grey 7 4 7 E
Limits P Pink 11 8 A
Q Black 10 6 B
Alarm E Orange 3 13 F
Remote CAL CAL Clear 9 1 5 C
Shield Screen Case Case Case Case
15-way D-type
(D)
15-way D-type
alternative
pin-out
(H)
12-way circular
connector

Speed

(X)
14-way JST
(J)
10
1
7
2
11
9
8
12
14
13
3
4
Ferrule
9-way D-type connector (termination code A)
52
16
31
15-way D-type connector (termination code D, H)
52
16
40
12-way in-line circular connector (termination code X)
66
17
Clocked
output option
(MHz)
50
40
25
20
12
10
08
06
04
01
*For a readhead with a 1 m cable.
5 µm
(D)
1 µm
(X)
0.5 µm (Z)
12 12 12 7.25 3.63 1.81 1.45 0.906 0.725 0.363 0.181 0.091 25.3
12 12 12 5.80 2.90 1.45 1.16 0.725 0.580 0.290 0.145 0.073 31.8
12 12 9.06 3.63 1.81 0.906 0.725 0.453 0.363 0.181 0.091 0.045 51.2
12 12 8.06 3.22 1.61 0.806 0.645 0.403 0.322 0.161 0.081 0.040 57.7
12 10.36 5.18 2.07 1.04 0.518 0.414 0.259 0.207 0.104 0.052 0.026 90.2
12 8.53 4.27 1.71 0.850 0.427 0.341 0.213 0.171 0.085 0.043 0.021 110
12 6.91 3.45 1.38 0.690 0.345 0.276 0.173 0.138 0.069 0.035 0.017 136
12 5.37 2.69 1.07 0.540 0.269 0.215 0.134 0.107 0.054 0.027 0.013 175
12 3.63 1.81 0.730 0.360 0.181 0.145 0.091 0.073 0.036 0.018 0.009 259
4.53 0.910 0.450 0.180 0.090 0.045 0.036 0.023 0.018 0.009 0.005 0.002 1038
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0.2 µm (W)
0.1 µm (Y)
Maximum speed (m/s)
50 nm
(H)
40 nm
(M)
25 nm
(P)
20 nm
(I)
10 nm
(O)
5 nm
(Q)
2.5 nm (R)
Minimum edge
separation*
(ns)
14-way JST connector (termination code J)
172.8
1
Maximum of 20 insertion cycles for JST connector.
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Electrical connections

Grounding and shielding
VIONiC readhead
Readhead
termination/connector
Customer
electronics
5 V
Output specications
Digital output signals
Form – Square wave differential line driver to EIA RS422A (except limits P and Q)
Incremental† 2 channels A and B in quadrature (90° phase shifted)
Shield
IMPORTANT: The shield should be connected to the machine earth (Field Ground). For JST variants the ferrule should be connected to machine earth.
Maximum readhead cable length: 3 m
Maximum extension cable length: Dependent on cable type, readhead cable length and clock speed.
Contact your local Renishaw representative for more information.
Recommended signal termination
0 V
Limit output
Readhead
A B Z+
Cable Z0 = 120R
A B Z−
Standard RS422A line receiver circuitry.
Capacitors recommended for improved noise immunity.
120R
0 V
Single ended alarm signal termination
(Alarm signal not available with ‘A’ cable termination)
5 V
Readhead
E−
4k7
4k7
1k8
100R
100nF
Customer
electronics
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220 pF
220 pF
Customer
electronics
(Limit output not available with ‘A’ cable termination)
5 V to 24 V
* Select R so that maximum
current does not exceed 10 mA. Alternatively, use a suitable relay or opto-isolator.
Remote CAL operation
CAL
0 V
Remote operation of the CAL/AGC is possible via CAL signal.
P Q
0 V
Output
signals
A
B
Signal period P
Resolution S
Resolution
option codeP (µm)
D 20 5
X 4 1
Z 2 0.5
W 0.8 0.2
Y 0.4 0.1
H 0.2 0.05
M 0.16 0.04
P 0.1 0.025
I 0.08 0.02
O 0.04 0.01
Q 0.02 0.005
R 0.01 0.0025
S
(µm)
Reference†
NOTE: A wide reference mark option, outputting
Z
R*
Synchronised pulse Z, duration as resolution. Bi-directionally repeatable.
a reference pulse for the duration of the signal period is available.
Contact your local Renishaw representative for more information.
Limits Open collector output, asynchronous pulse
(Limit output not available with ‘A’ cable termination)
Active high
Repeatability <0.1 mm
P Q
~ Length of limit actuator
Alarm
Line driven (Asynchronous pulse)
(Line driven alarm signal not available with ‘A’ cable termination)
E−
>15 ms
or 3-state alarm
Differentially transmitted signals forced open circuit for > 15 ms when alarm conditions valid.
† Inverse signals not shown for clarity
Alarm asserted when:
– Signal amplitude <20% or >135%
– Readhead speed too high for reliable operation
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General specications
Scale technical specications
Power supply
Temperature
Humidity 95% relative humidity (non‑condensing) to IEC60068‑2‑78
Sealing IP40
Acceleration (system)
Shock (system)
Vibration (system)
Mass
Readhead cable Single-shielded, outside diameter 4.25 ±0.25 mm
Maximum readhead cable length *
*
Extension cables available. Contact your local Renishaw representative for details.
CAUTION: Renishaw encoder systems have been designed to the relevant EMC standards, but must be correctly integrated to achieve EMC compliance. In particular, attention to shielding arrangements is essential.
5V −5%/+10%
Ripple
Storage
Operating
Operating
Operating
Operating
Readhead
Cable
Typically 200 mA fully terminated
Power from a 5 Vdc supply complying with the requirements for SELV of standard IEC 60950-1
200 mVpp maximum @ frequency up to 500 kHz
−20 °C to +70 °C
0 °C to +70 °C
400 m/s², 3 axes
500 m/s², 11 ms, ½ sine, 3 axes
100 m/s² max @ 55 Hz to 2000 Hz, 3 axes
8.6 g
26 g/m
Flex life >20 × 106 cycles at 30 mm bend radius
UL recognised component
3 m
Form (H × W) 0.4 mm × 8 mm (including adhesive)
Pitch
Accuracy at 20 °C
(includes slope and linearity)
Linearity ±2.5 µm/m achievable with 2 point error correction
Supplied lengths 20mm to 10m † (> 10m available on request)
Material Hardened and tempered martensitic stainless steel tted
Coefcient of thermal expansion
(at 20 °C)
Installation temperature 15 °C to 35 °C
Datum xing Loctite 435 with A-9585-0028 clamp
For lengths > 2 m FASTRACK with RTLC20 is recommended. Refer to the VIONiC RTLC20/FASTRACK
linear encoder system installation guide (Renishaw part no. M-6195-9225).
20 µm
±5 µm/m calibration traceable to International Standards
with a self-adhesive backing tape
10.1 ±0.2 µm/m/°C

Reference mark

Type Customer selected IN-TRAC reference mark, directly
embedded into incremental track. Bi-directional position repeatability.
Selection Single reference mark selection by selector magnet
(A-9653-0143) customer positioned
L ≤100 mm Single reference mark at scale centre
L >100 mm Reference marks at 50mm spacing (rst reference mark
50mm from scale end)
Repeatability Unit of resolution repeatability (bi-directional) across full
system rated speed and temperature ranges
VIONiC RTLC20-S installation guide

Limit switches

Type Magnetic actuators; with dimple triggers Q limit, without
dimple triggers P limit
(see ‘RTLC20-S scale installation drawing’ on page 4).
Trigger point The limit output is nominally asserted when the readhead
limit switch sensor passes the limit magnet leading edge,
but can trigger up to 3mm before that edge
Mounting Customer placed at desired locations
Repeatablity < 0.1mm
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*M-6195-9108-03*
Part no.: M-6195-9108-03-B
Issued: 01.2020
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