Cognex VC5, Hardware Manual

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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 to a a 15mm DIN rail, using the accessory DIN rail mounting
bracket. 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 50mm of clearance above the
vision controller and 50mm of clearance on both sides. If an adjacent device also produces heat, additional
space or cooling is required if air space around the vision controller exceeds 40°C (104°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 M5 x 0.8.
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 5 Nm (44 in-lb).
CAUTION : The length of the screws used depends on the depth of the mounting surface; thread
engagement of the screws must be 5mm - 8mm.
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Installation