Aerotech SOLOIST, Hardware Manual

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Installation and Configuration Soloist Hardware Manual
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2.4 Wiring, Grounding, and Shielding Techniques
To reduce electrical noise in the Soloist, follow the motor and input power
wiring techniques explained in the following section.
2.4.1 Minimizing EMI Interference
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Use shielded cable to carry the motor current and tie the shield to earth ground.
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Use a cable with sufficient insulation. This reduces the capacitive coupling
between the leads that, in turn, reduces the current generated in the shield wire.
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Provide strong earth ground connections to the amplifier and the motor. Offering
electrical noise a low impedance path to earth ground not only reduces radiated
emissions, but also improves system performance.
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If possible, do not route motor cables near cables carrying logic signals. Use
shielded cable to carry logic signals.
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Ferrite beads can be used to reduce the effects of amplifier switching.
Table 2-3 Wire Part Numbers
Wire Gauge Aerotech PN. Third Party PN.
#14 AWG EIZ01027 #2643002402 Elna-Fair-Rite Products
#16 AWG EIZ01025 #2643250402 Elna-Fair-Rite Products
#18 AWG EIZ01001 #2673000801 Elna-Fair-Rite Products