Installation
This section describes the connection of the vision controller to its standard and optional components. For a complete list
of options and accessories, contact your Cognex sales representative.
Note
: Cables are sold separately.
CAUTION
:
All cable connectors are “keyed” to fit the connectors on the vision controller; do not force the
connections or damage may occur.
Mount the Vision Controller
The vision controller provides mounting holes for attachment to either a bottom or backside mounting surface.
Note
: The vision controller may be optionally mounted using the accessory wall mounting bracket (BKT-WALL-
VC200-01) or to a 15mm DIN rail, using the accessory DIN rail mounting bracket (BKT-DIN-VC200-01). The DIN rail
mounting bracket accessory is not suitable for a 7.5mm profile DIN rail. Please contact your Cognex sales
representative for more information.
CAUTION
:
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The vision controller must be mounted in a vertical orientation with the top of the controller up, and cannot
be mounted in a horizontal orientation.
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To ensure sufficient ventilation, the vision controller must be mounted with sufficient clearance. If mounting
to the bottom surface, 50mm of clearance is required above and on both sides of the vision controller. If
mounting to the back surface or using the accessory wall mounting bracket or DIN rail mounting bracket,
24.5mm of clearance is required above, below and on both sides of the vision controller. If an adjacent
device also produces heat, additional space or cooling is required if air space around the vision controller
exceeds 45°C (113°F).
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Allow sufficient clearance and strain relief for wires and cables connected to the vision controller.
1. Drill the clearance holes for the mounting fasteners per the defined bolt pattern. The vision controller mounting
hole screw thread is M4 x 0.7.
2. Align the holes on the mounting surface with the mounting holes on the vision controller.
3. Insert and tighten the mounting screws; the maximum torque is 2 Nm (18 in-lb).
CAUTION
:
The length of the screws used depends on the depth of the mounting surface; thread
engagement of the screws must be 8mm - 10mm.
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Installation
