Maintenance
AOM130 Hardware Manual
4.2. Cleaning and Lubrication
Cleaning
Before using a cleaning solvent on any part of the AOM130, blow away small particles and dust with nitrogen
or, less preferably, clean, dry, compressed air.
Any external metal surface of the AOM130 can be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free cloth.
W A R N I N G : Make sure that all solvent has completely evaporated before attempting to
move the stage.
Lubrication
Lubricant inspection and replenishment in AOM130 series gimbals depends on conditions such as duty
cycle, speed, and the environment. An inspection interval of once every two weeks is recommended until a
trend develops for the application. Longer or shorter intervals may be required to maintain the film of
lubricant.
If the application process uses only a small portion of travel for most of the duty cycle, periodically drive the
gimbal through full travel to redistribute the lubrication in the bearings and drive screw.
Please contact AerotechGlobal Technical Support if it is determined that lubrication may be required.
Lubricant replenishment for custom AOM130 gimbals must be done at the Aerotech factory.
Table 4-1:
Recommended Lubricants
Gimbal
Lubricant
AOM130
DOW BR2-PLUS
CMD Extreme Pressure Lube #3
NOTE: Grease for cleanroom or vacuum environments will be different. Consult the factory for more
information.
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