4.4 Part Names/Functions and External Dimensions
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Chapter 4 24V Driver Unit EC Connection Unit
Brake release switch
A switch for forced brake release. I indicates the 1st axis, and II indicates the 2nd axis.
Should be on NOM side during normal operation. On NOM side, the brake will be released by
servo ON and locked by servo OFF. On RLS side, there will be forced release regardless of
servo ON/OFF (except when control power is OFF).
Symbol Description
RLS Brake release (Brake Release)
NOM Brake lock (Normal)
Warning
● Be careful when releasing the brake. Releasing carelessly may cause injury or damage
to the actuator body, workpiece or surrounding devices due to the slider or rod falling.
● After releasing the brake, be sure to return the brake to the enabled status. It is very
dangerous to operate with the brake released. It may cause injury or damage to the
actuator body, workpiece or surrounding devices due to the slider or rod falling.
Motor/encoder connector
A connector to connect to the actuator. I indicates the 1st axis, and II indicates the 2nd axis.
In RCON, the axis numbers will be automatically allocated from the unit closest to the gateway
unit (except for the axis connecting to the EC Connection Unit and the SCON extension unit).
Axis numbers can be changed as needed to any number with the gateway parameter
configuration tool.