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Rack and Pinion System L Series
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Rack and Pinion System L Series

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Rack and Pinion System L Series is a compact, high-power linear actuator featuring a rack and pinion mechanism combined with the AZ Series motor. It includes a battery-free absolute sensor for high positioning accuracy and can transport loads up to 100 kg (220 lbs).
Specifications
The system offers various frame sizes and transportable masses, with a maximum stroke of 1000 mm (39.3 in). Its compact design supports high load capacity and space-saving installation, suitable for large equipment with limited motor space.
Features
- High positioning accuracy with a battery-free absolute sensor.
- Capable of vertical operations with a maximum load of 100 kg.
- Easy conversion of motor rotation to linear motion.
- Space-saving design with automatic movement facilitated by fixing screw holes on both ends of the rack.
Control System
The AZ Series hybrid control system combines closed-loop and open-loop control, offering high-response capability and automatic position correction in overload situations. It supports easy home setting and return-to-home operations without a home sensor, reducing costs and simplifying wiring.
Applications
The system is versatile, supporting vertical operations and push-and-pull applications. It offers a wide range of strokes and speeds, with options for electromagnetic brakes for vertical loads.
Support Software
The MEXE02 support software facilitates easy setting of linear motion in millimeter increments, monitoring of motor status, and simplification of sequence control programs. It supports various communication methods, including I/O, Modbus (RTU), RS-485, and FA network.
Product Line
The product line includes different frame sizes and types, with options for electromagnetic brakes and various travel directions. The system supports both built-in controller types and pulse input types with RS-485 communication.
Conclusion
The Rack and Pinion System L Series offers a robust solution for high-power linear motion applications, with advanced control features and flexible installation options.
Specifications and Performance
The document outlines specifications for rack and pinion motors, focusing on key performance metrics such as maximum speed, transportable mass, maximum acceleration, thrust, push force, holding force, minimum travel amount, rotor inertia, and stroke. Variations exist for models equipped with electromagnetic brakes.
System Configuration
The system configuration includes combinations of L Series motors with electromagnetic brakes and different types of drivers, such as built-in controller type drivers and pulse input type drivers with RS-485 communication. Motors, drivers, and connection cable sets must be ordered separately.
Product Number Code
The product number code details the series name, frame size, moving direction of the rack, rack maximum speed, equipped motor, motor shaft features, motor specifications, and stroke, aiding in identifying specific product configurations.
Product Line and Pricing
The document lists various product lines, including high-speed types and high-transportable-mass types, with pricing variations based on frame size and additional features.
Included Components
Each product comes with specific components such as operating manuals and connectors. The document specifies what is included with rack and pinion motors, drivers, and connection cable sets.
Performance Charts
Charts illustrate positioning distance versus positioning time, repetitive positioning accuracy, and operating speed versus transportable mass, providing visual insights into motor performance under different conditions.
Specifications
Detailed specifications for high-transportable-mass type motors with frame sizes of 60 mm and 80 mm are provided, including product names for standard and electromagnetic brake versions, driver product names, and power supply input details.
Operating Conditions
Operating speed and transportable mass characteristics are based on Oriental Motor's conditions. The motor case temperature should not exceed 80˚C (176˚F) to protect the absolute sensor, with a lower limit of 75˚C (167˚F) for UL Standards compliance.
Positioning and Accuracy
Positioning time varies with transportable mass, and repetitive positioning accuracy is provided for different moving directions. Graphs show positioning time against positioning distance for different load masses.
Electromagnetic Brake Specifications
Details include brake type, power supply voltage and current, brake operating and releasing times, and time rating. Specific conditions apply for products with extended wiring distances.
General Specifications
Includes thermal class, insulation resistance, dielectric strength, operating environment conditions, and degree of protection. Specific notes are provided for testing and installation conditions.
Mechanical Specifications
Permissible rotational torque and radial load values are specified for different strokes and product types. Exceeding these values can lead to wear and damage.
Dimensions
Dimensions for various product types and configurations are provided, including mass and rack mass details. CAD references are included for each configuration.
Notes
Additional notes cover testing procedures, product selection guidance, and specific conditions for electromagnetic brake products.
Product Specifications
Specifications for the LM4F□AZAC and LM4F□AZMC series, which are high-speed and high-transportable-mass types respectively, are provided. Products are available in stroke lengths from 100 mm to 1000 mm, with maximum rack speeds of 40 mm/s or 500 mm/s.
Design and Features
Products feature a frame size of 80 mm and include an electromagnetic brake. Mass, rack mass, and dimensions for each variant are detailed, along with electromagnetic brake cable and motor cable specifications.
Peripheral Equipment
A photomicrosensor set facilitates easy return-to-home operations, including photomicrosensors, shielding plates, a sensor mounting bracket, and installation screws. Sensors provide two output signals for detection at moving ends or intermediate stop positions.
Specifications
The photomicrosensor EE-SX951-R by OMRON operates on a power supply voltage of 5∼24 VDC with a consumption current of 15 mA or less, featuring an NPN open-collector output and an indicator LED for detection indication.
Installation and Dimensions
Installation examples and dimensions for photomicrosensor sets PARP-PS2B and PARP-PS4B are provided, along with a rack cover to protect the rack from impact and particle adhesion.
Product Variations
The AZ Series includes hollow rotary actuators, battery-free absolute sensors, electric linear slides, and electric cylinders, offering consolidated controllability.
Contact Information
Contact details for Oriental Motor U.S.A. Corp.'s sales and customer service centers in the United States and Canada are provided, along with technical support contact information.
Environmental Considerations
The document notes that it is printed on ECF (Elemental Chlorine Free) paper using vegetable oil-based inks, emphasizing environmental friendliness.
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Rack and Pinion System L Series-1

Orientalmotor L Series OCstep AZ Series Equipped

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-2

The Rack and Pinion System L Series Simplifies Compact, High-Power Linear Motion. The L series is a linear actuator in which a rack and pinion mechanism and a motor have been combined. The motor is equipped with the AZ Series that utilizes a battery-free absolute sensor, which allows for high positioning accuracy and high-load transportation up to 100 kg (220 lb.). Easy to Use Linear Motion Mechanism that is "Compact" and "High Strength" The Rack and Pinion System can easily convert the motor's rotation to linear motion. The linear motion mechanism has a compact design but it can transport large...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-3

Shorter Time Between Design to Start-up The Rack and Pinion System can reduce the number of parts used, and it can also significantly reduce the time spent on design and assembly. If Parts are Purchased Separately With Rack and Pinion Systems Motor installation plate Base board Pinion gear Geared motors Rack Grommet Rack Setting in Millimeter Increments The drive motor is equipped with the AZ Series hybrid control system. By combining with the MEXE02✽ support software, the linear motion can be easily set in millimeter increments, which allows for various linear motion applications. [Minimum Travel...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-4

Easy Home Setting and Return-to-Home with an Absolute System Equipped with the AZ Series Hybrid Control AZ Series System Equipped with Battery-free Absolute Sensor A compact mechanical multi-turn absolute sensor (patented) has been developed. This can help improve productivity and reduce costs. Battery-free Absolute Sensor Built-in battery-free absolute sensor constantly monitors the motor's positional information without an external sensor. High Reliability with Closed Loop Control High Efficiency Technology Reduces Motor Heat Generation and Saves Energy No Home Sensor Required Return-to-Home...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-5

The sequence function simplifies programs (Available only on the built-in position function type) By importing output signals for controlling other equipment or external input signals such as those from sensors, the AZ Series type can simplify sequence control programs. ● No. of positioning operation data items that can be set (up to 256 points) ● No. of general-purpose I/O points (9 points for input and 6 points for output) ● No, of communication I/O points (16 points for input and 16 points for output) START Built-in controller type driver External equipment Setting th S tti the latency time...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-6

Available Drivers According to the Host System Built-in Controller Type Set the operating data in the driver, and the operating data is selected and executed from the host system. Host system connection and control is performed through I/O, Modbus (RTU), RS-485 communication, or FA network. The use of a network converter (sold separately) allows control via CC-Link communication, MECHATROLINK communication, or EtherCAT communication. ● When controlling through I/O CPU Power supply ● When controlling from computer or touchscreen ● When controlling through serial communication No positioning I/O...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-7

The support software enables data setting and verification of the actual drive by using a computer. Support Software (MEXE02) The support software can be downloaded from the website. Various Monitoring Functions • Operating Data and Parameter Settings Setting of operation data and parameters is easily performed via computer. Because the setting data can be saved, when the driver is replaced, the same settings can be used by transferring the saved data. I/O Monitoring The state of I/O wiring to the driver can be verified by computer. This can be used for post-wiring I/O checks or I/O checks during...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-8

Rack and Pinion Motor Driver Frame Size Electromagnetic Brake Travel Direction of Rack High-Speed Type High Transportable Mass Type Blank /Equipped High-Speed Type High Transportable Mass Type Built-in Controller Pulse Input with RS-485 Communication Pulse Input

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-9

Equipped Motor (AZ Series) with Electromagnetic Brake © Minimum Travel Amount Power Supply Input Control Power Supply 0Maximum Speed Maximum speed allowed when transporting the transportable mass. ©Transportable Mass Mass that can be moved under operating performance of the rack and pinion motor. ©Maximum Acceleration The maximum acceleration allowed when the transportable mass is transferred. ©Thrust Force from the rack that pushes the load when speed is constant. ©Push Force The pressure applied to the load during the pushing operation. ©Holding Force Holding force when the motor is stopped...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-10

■System Configuration ●Combination of L Series with Electromagnetic Brake and either Built-in Controller Type Driver or Pulse Input Type Driver with RS-485 Communication This is an example of a configuration using I/O control or RS-485 communication in a built-in controller type driver. Rack and pinion motors, drivers, and connection cable sets/flexible connection cable sets need to be ordered separately. 24 VDC Power Supplies for Control/Electromagnetic Brake✽1 L Series Rack and Pinion Motor Connection Cable Sets/Flexible Connection Cable Sets Max. Extension Length: 20 m For Electromagnetic...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-11

• Combination of L Series with Electromagnetic Brake and Pulse Input Type Driver This is an example of a single-axis system configuration using a programmable controller (with pulse generating function). Rack and pinion motors, drivers, and connection cable sets/flexible connection cable sets need to be ordered separately. 24 VDC Power Supplies for Control/Electromagnetic Brake* Rack and Pinion Motor Connection Cable Sets/Flexible Connection Cable Sets □ □ □ ^Connection Cable Sets ^Flexible Connection Cable Sets Programmable Controller* AC Power Supply (Main Power Supply) For Motor For Encoder...

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-12

■ Product Number Code • Rack and Pinion Motors LM4F 500 AZMC-1 © © ® © © © © ®

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Rack and Pinion System L Series-13

■ Product Line • Rack and Pinion Motors O High-Speed Type Frame Size • Either F (vertical to the mounting foot surface) or B (horizontal to the mounting foot surface) indicating the rack moving direction is entered where the box □ is located within the product name. • Either F (vertical to the mounting foot surface) or B (horizontal to the mounting foot surface) indicating the rack moving direction is entered where the box □ is located within the product name.

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