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Use only D-BOX certified accessories. Using accessories that are not D-BOX certified voids the warranty and can 

result in damages to the Motion System. 

Power converter 

Past generation of D-BOX products were 120V native and to be used with a custom step-down transformer 

made specifically to respect certification requirements for 230V configurations. The G3 systems can be ordered 

in 120V or 230V version without an external step-down transformer. 

CAUTION:

 

120V and 230V ACM are NOT THE SAME PRODUCT. They need different internal 

components and need to be ordered from the factory for the right configuration.

 

As D-BOX is not providing an external step-down transformer, you will need to assure power conversion by your 

own means if needed. To select your converter, please follow the power requirement listed in the spec sheets 

for your specific configuration. 

Other than power requirement, D-BOX would like to suggest the use of an isolated converter to avoid risks of 

electrical shock. If a non-isolated converter is selected, please make sure to secure ground connection. 

Pivot 

When using a 2-actuator Motion System, D-BOX provides a pivot as a third attachment point to ensure proper 

actuator movement. D-BOX suggests locating the pivot near the center of gravity, to support most weight and 

allow equal weight distribution on the actuators.  

NOTE

: the closer the actuators are to the CG, the larger the movement you get. A CG that’s very 

close would create strong forces on actuators and might reduce stability. Make sure that 
actuators are always under charge. 

 

Captive Endings 

Go to the Removal/Installation section for details about the captive endings. 

Summary of Contents for G3

Page 1: ...CONFIDENTIAL D BOX ACM_G3_INSTALLATION GUIDE 209 914 0002 EN2 February 2020 G3 MOTION SYSTEM INSTALLATION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...ng 4 Communication module KCU 1P 4 KCU 1P Power up 6 Actuator Control Module 6 ACM G3 families and compatibility 6 ACM Connections 7 ACM G3 LED Status 9 Actuator 9 Maximum axial load 9 Weight Distribu...

Page 3: ...1 5 in HD Actuator AC10 14 H Bracket for 3in Actuator AC231 15 H Bracket for 6in actuator AC360 16 Captive ending 17 1 5 inch actuator AC218 19 3 inch actuator AC231 22 6 inch actuator AC360 24 AC218...

Page 4: ...during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way including da...

Page 5: ...BOX Motion System the most immersive experience for the simulation and game markets We strongly advise that you read the guidelines before assembling and using your Motion System Do not hesitate to co...

Page 6: ...t motion code converting a signal format to another one Motion Source various applications generating motion data for the D BOX Motion System When integrating your D BOX system please comply with the...

Page 7: ...ION See figure below DESCRIPTION 1 actuator 1 YAW Y 1 ACM MASTER with 1 horizontal actuator ensuring the YAW movement of the simulator 2 actuators 2 BACK BL BR 1 ACM MASTER with 2 actuators at the bac...

Page 8: ...R Front Right BL Back Left BC Back Center BR Back Right SU Surge SW Sway Y Yaw For example For a typical roll pitch heave configuration with 4 vertical actuators actuators at positions 1 and 2 connect...

Page 9: ...at each end features a metal jacket Connect one end of the cable to the MASTER OUT port of the KCU 1P Connect the other end of the cable to the MASTER IN Port of the ACM G3 The total length should be...

Page 10: ...in the G3 architecture The following table outlines the ACM G3 compatibility with different actuator models ACM G3 TRAVEL MODEL MAX NUMBER OF ACTUATORS PER ACM ACM G3 w DISCHARGE Master Slave 1 5 in 2...

Page 11: ...ns Depending on the ACM position in the system it is programmed either as MASTER first ACM in a Motion System SLAVE all following ACMs Here are typical ACM configurations for the connection of a singl...

Page 12: ...8 The following example shows 3 Motion Systems using 2 ACMs each...

Page 13: ...ND BOX System Monitor 1 5 in 250HD AC10 250 1900 400HD AC10 400 2400 250i AC218 250 1900 400i AC218 400 2400 3 0 in 250i 3 AC231 250 1900 400i 3 AC231 400 2400 6 0 in 500HD 6 AC360 500 2800 1 You can...

Page 14: ...ntioned When integrating the Motion System on a platform D BOX recommends balancing the center of gravity CG of the platform to ensure each actuator supports an equal load The following figures show e...

Page 15: ...ly wears the bearing also becomes noisier reducing the service life of the ball nuts and screw Avoid actuator jumping in the cup This behavior is typical when running the platform with no or light wei...

Page 16: ...Actuator straightness During installation the actuators should always remain straight to limit radial loading Radial loading could result in premature wear of the actuators Level surface All actuator...

Page 17: ...by your own means if needed To select your converter please follow the power requirement listed in the spec sheets for your specific configuration Other than power requirement D BOX would like to sug...

Page 18: ...f Loctite 243 blue threadlocker on bolts 5 7 and 9 before installation 1 Align holes on H plate 2 with holes on housing 1 and align holes on stop 3 with holes on H plate 2 and then secure with lockwas...

Page 19: ...d the piston and lock with a wrench to avoid breaking the cam follower 1 Remove bolt 6 with a 3 8 hex bit spacer 5 and pivot 4 2 Remove bolt 3 and H bracket 2 Installation 1 Place the H bracket 3 on t...

Page 20: ...e H bracket plate to the piston body with 4 screws item 4 M6 X 1 0 X 14 mm then tighten the 4 screws to a torque of 133 N m 98 lbf in 4 Install pivot 4 with spacer 5 and bolt 6 H Bracket for 6in actua...

Page 21: ...es on the piston body 6 NOTE Apply the thread locker just before the bottom of the blind holes 3 Use a 5 mm bit to secure the H bracket to the piston body with screws item 4 M6 X 1 0 X 14 mm then tigh...

Page 22: ...joint on both x and y axes thus eliminating any constraints during the movement of the platform There are 3 models of spacer retainer All spacer retainers can be fitted on any model of ball joint 0 ax...

Page 23: ...is marked OUTWARD on its top surface 1 5 inch actuator AC218 Here are installation instructions for the D BOX ball joints Make sure all the parts are clean before installation CAUTION Never operate t...

Page 24: ...actuator 1 with bolts 3 Torque bolts to 50 lbf in Screw the threaded section of ball joint 4 in the actuator 3 Use a torque wrench with a 5 8 crow foot socket to tighten the ball joint 4 in the actuat...

Page 25: ...slot on the ball joint Align the holes in the retainers with the holes in the spacer Use 5 16 bolts to tighten the spacer and retainers to the floor NOTE the way the ball joint is anchored to the floo...

Page 26: ...actuator Add Loctite 263 to the threaded section Screw the threaded section in the actuator 1 Use a torque wrench with a 5 8 crow foot socket to tighten the ball joint assembly 2 in the actuator Torqu...

Page 27: ...ch actuator AC231 Slide retainers 4 on spacer 3 and in the slot on the ball joint Align the holes in the retainers with the holes in the spacer Use 5 16 bolts to tighten the spacer and retainers to th...

Page 28: ...on Screw the threaded section in the actuator 1 Use a torque wrench with a 5 8 crow foot socket to tighten the ball joint assembly 2 in the actuator Torque to 170 lbf in Place spacer 3 at its required...

Page 29: ...ch actuator AC360 Slide retainers 4 on spacer 3 and in the slot on the ball joint Align the holes in the retainers with the holes in the spacer Use 5 16 bolts to tighten the spacer and retainers to th...

Page 30: ...n remove the remaining screws from the actuator cover and gently pull the actuator cover from the ACM Each actuator is identified by a letter Each actuator has two cables a power cable and an encoder...

Page 31: ...27 Installation Plug both power and encoder cables in the ACM Install the actuator cover with screw Install the center ACM cover with screw...

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