Renishaw ATOM User Manual

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ATOM linear encoder system
PCB mounting: connecting a cable variant ATOM readhead
Shielding
For optimum performance:
• Ensure 100% shielding
• Ground the mounting brackets
• Use a metal clamp around the cable ferrule to ground the readhead cable
• Ensure continuity of all shields
• Maximise the distance between the encoder and motor cables
• Provide appropriate strain relief at the readhead and interface
• The ACi should be contained within a shielded enclosure
• Ensure suitable clamping to retain interboard connector to the mating connector
Ferrule
2 mounting holes M3 through
Output
Customer PCB
Input
Cable interboard connector
1
ACi interface
1
Ensure suitable clamping to retain interboard connector on PCB.
Approved ESD precautions must be followed at all times during readhead and interface electrical connection.

Renishaw ATOM Specifications

General

Brand	Renishaw
Model	ATOM
Category	Media Converter
Language	English