Chapter 12 HXYLX

1 Installation

WARNING

Always turn the controller power OFF before installing the robot. Serious accidents might occur if the robot starts to operate during installation.

Install the HXYLX by tapping holes into the installation base and securing the robot to the base with M8 bolts from the inside of the robot. The installation method is the same for the arm type, pole type, moving arm type and gantry type X-axis. Note that the installation method differs for the gantry type support axis.

1-1 Installation method 1

(Arm type, moving arm type, pole type, gantry type X-axis)

Install the arm type, moving arm type, pole type and gantry type X-axis in the following manner.

1-1-1 Installation bolt types

Use the following type of installation bolt.

Hexagon socket head cap screw M6 Strength 8.8T

1-1-2 Installation bolt nominal length

WARNING

Do not use washers or spring washers with the tightening bolt.

The bolt head could interfere with the linear guide’s bearings and be dam- aged.

If the installation base is made of steel, secure 1D or more (8mm or more for M8) for the screw fitting length. When made of aluminum, secure 1.5D or more (12mm or more for M8).

The frame thickness is 33mm. (Refer to Fig. 12-1.)Recommended nominal length 45mm or more

33

Fig. 12-1

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