Teknic CLEARPATH-EC - Motor Mounting Considerations; Connecting Clearpath to a Mechanical System

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M OTOR M OUNTING C ONSIDERATIONS
Tip: Teknic recommends mounting the motor such that the IR
communication port and status LED are visible and accessible when the
motor is mounted to the machine.
x Do not mount ClearPath over a heat source such as a deep
fryer, heater, or hot exhaust pipe. ClearPath will automatically
shut down if its internal temperature exceeds its maximum
setting.
x Do not mount ClearPath in an unventilated enclosure.
x Do allow for at least 1” of space around each ClearPath.
x ClearPath can be fitted with an external accessory fan if desired.
See Fan Mounting and Cooling later in this section for
details.
C ONNECTING C LEAR P ATH TO A M ECHANICAL S YSTEM
While it’s obvious that ClearPath must be connected to a mechanical
system to do useful work, it’s not always clear just how to connect the
motor to the mechanics.
Problems arise when a connecting element (such as a coupling) slips,
exhibits excessive backlash, or can not accommodate typical shaft-to-shaft
misalignments. Ultimately, the choice of shaft interface or coupling
depends on the application, whether a precision positioning stage or a low
speed conveyor.
The shaft interface (coupling, pulley, pinion, etc.) must be securely
clamped to the shaft with minimum backlash (ideally none). This primary
mechanical interface is critical in achieving and maintaining the best
possible performance from a servo motion system.
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