RBS-T Linear Encoder Installation Manual and Owner’s Guide
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03-Nov-98
6. Drill and tap the remaining #8-32 mounting holes.
7. Install the encoder using the #8-32 screws provided. Tighten the screws just
enough to hold the encoder in place.
8. Re-align the encoder. Using a torque wrench, tighten the screws to 24 in-lbs. Do
not overtighten the screws.
NOTE: If the encoder is not properly aligned the reader head will not read correctly.
9. Recheck the alignment.
Installing and Aligning the Reader Head
Refer to
Figure 22
. The universal reader head mounting bracket is packaged with a
spacer block. The spacer block must be drilled and bolted to the saddle so the reader
head mounting bracket aligns within 1/4“ of the reader head.
The bracket can be positioned in front or in back of the reader head. The bracket can
also be positioned the right or to the left of the of the spacer block.
UNIVRLBL
Mounting Screws
Universal Reader Head
Mounting Bracket
Spacer Block
Figure 22, Universal Reader Head Mounting Bracket
When the reader mounting bracket is installed the mounting screw holes should be
aligned and within 1/4” of the front or back face of the reader head.
CAUTION: The reader head mounting bracket and any additional mounting blocks
should provide for proper alignment with the reader head. The reader head
mounting brackets should not impose any twisting or pulling load of any kind on
the reader head.
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