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Microtrac

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Document: UMDB007595.docm  

Revision: B13 

Created by: KB 

Date: 17 Nov 2019 

3042830-B13 

Source Location: C:\ePDM\ISLEng\products\db-microtracs4000\manuals\UMDB007595.docm

 

 

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About This Manual 

This manual has been prepared to assist you in the operation and maintenance of your Eddyfi 
Technologies

’ Inuktun equipment. Correct and prudent operation rests with the operator who must 

thoroughly understand the operation, maintenance, service and job requirements. The specifications and 
information in this manual are current at the time of printing. 

This product is continually being updated and improved. Therefore, this manual is meant to explain and 
define the functionality of the product. Furthermore, schematics or pictorials and detailed functionality 
may differ slightly from what is described in this manual. 

Eddyfi Technologies reserves the right to change and/or amend these specifications at any time without 
notice. Customers will be notified of any changes to their equipment. 

Information in this manual does not necessarily replace specific regulations, codes, standards, or 
requirements of others such as government regulations. 

This manual copyright © 2019 by Inuktun Robotics Inc. All rights reserved. 

Description 

Inuktun Microtrac

™ 4000 is a small, self-contained tractor module complete with its own electric motor 

and drive train. They are designed for harsh environments including confined spaces, underwater, 
radioactive areas, and in some harsh chemical solutions. Microtrac modules may be operated in pairs to 
make a steerable platform or used in-line to fit in small spaces.  Applications include storm and sewer 
pipe inspection, use with bomb disposal robots, industrial inspection, and custom vehicles for nuclear 
facility inspection and waste cleanup.  Microtracs are made in three varieties:  aluminum, brass or 
stainless steel.  The choice of track material will depend on its end use.  In all versions, the final drive 
power is delivered through a deep lug rubber track belt in either standard or extended length. As well, the 
track can be configured for both left-hand or right-hand operation.  

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for INUKTUN MICROTRAC

Page 1: ...ite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA 1 250 729 8080 info eddyfitechnologies com www eddyfitechnologies com 2569 Kenworth Road Suite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA 1 250 729 8080 info eddyfitechnologies com ww...

Page 2: ...6 Load and Speed Specifications 7 Basic Loading Specifications 7 Influences on Loading 8 Safety 11 System Setup 13 Mounting the Track 13 Flange Adapter 15 Connector Handling 16 Impulse Connector Lubr...

Page 3: ...l be notified of any changes to their equipment Information in this manual does not necessarily replace specific regulations codes standards or requirements of others such as government regulations Th...

Page 4: ...rac Document UMDB007595 docm Revision B13 Created by KB Date 17 Nov 2019 3042830 B13 Source Location C ePDM ISLEng products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 4 of 26 User Manual Specifica...

Page 5: ...ANT When configuring a 70V system check to see if the tracks are compatible Older versions of 4000 series Microtracs are not 70V compatible Look for the Wide Input Voltage symbol V located on the side...

Page 6: ...ctor on the side of the track to connect power and communications Contact Eddyfi Technologies for details of the RS 485 control protocol Note Pin out is shown for the Bulkhead Connector on the track D...

Page 7: ...docm Revision B13 Created by KB Date 17 Nov 2019 IPN 3042830 B13 Source Location C ePDM ISLEng products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 7 of 26 User Manual Load and Speed Specifications...

Page 8: ...se load and diminish track performance These include the following and are detailed below Additional Payload Inclines Effects of Differential Steering skid steering with parallel tracks Curved Geometr...

Page 9: ...urs during a spot turn the load being calculated as per the equation below A typical 13 5 kg 30 lb magnetic VT100 with 13 5 kg 30 lb of down force on a surface with friction coefficient 0 5 will exper...

Page 10: ...in a warm environment up to 50 C 120 F the tracks can heat up to the maximum temperature within hour However this does not represent normal operation Typical usage will include much starting and stopp...

Page 11: ...become very hot up to 80 C 175 F WARNING Spark Hazard Under no circumstances should this equipment be used in a potentially explosive atmosphere The Microtrac 4000 is an industrial product All personn...

Page 12: ...26 User Manual Lay the track on its side if you are powering it up on the workbench DC Controlled tracks without internal driver must be protected by current limiting either by fuse or electronically...

Page 13: ...the sides top and bottom Use of any three mounting holes is enough to support the rated load When using the side flange holes make sure the screws do not protrude beyond the flange and into the track...

Page 14: ...nt UMDB007595 docm Revision B13 Created by KB Date 17 Nov 2019 IPN 3042830 B13 Source Location C ePDM ISLEng products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 14 of 26 User Manual MICROTRAC 4000...

Page 15: ...f 26 User Manual MICROTRAC 4000 DEEP WATER Flange Adapter Flange adapters come standard with the Microtrac 4000 for mounting to chassis plates or legacy systems Tracks can be configured for left or ri...

Page 16: ...ways fully engage or tighten the connector Secure locking collars finger tight Install dummy plugs on unused connectors Disconnect by pulling straight not on an angle Do not pull on the cable to disen...

Page 17: ...d extended length track as detailed below Standard Length Track 1 Remove the mounting flange from the label side of the track 2 Release the belt tension Notice the tensioning spring is compressed by a...

Page 18: ...cs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 18 of 26 User Manual 4 The belt can now be lifted from the track The track is now ready for cleaning or installation of a new belt 5 When replacing the belt ensure...

Page 19: ...nual 7 Tension the belt by turning the tensioning screws clockwise until the captured nuts bottom out in their groove They will be in position as shown below Again the tensioning screws stay in place...

Page 20: ...racs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 20 of 26 User Manual Extended Length Track 1 Remove the drive wheel cover and mounting flange on the side shown The opposite mounting flange can remain in place 2...

Page 21: ...products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 21 of 26 User Manual 3 Manual Tension Thread the tensioning screws on both sides of the track into the main housing CW to release the belt tensi...

Page 22: ...idler wheels CAUTION Do not use a pressure washer to clean the camera Very high pressure water can push past seals and flood the components resulting in electrical damage or personal injuries Schedule...

Page 23: ...ve been damaged by debris or have become worn by abrasion 3 If necessary remove the belt and thoroughly clean the track Overhaul Eddyfi recommends that the Microtracs be thoroughly serviced once a yea...

Page 24: ...ber of the system component in question Eddyfi Robotics Inc Canadian Headquarters and Manufacturing Location 2569 Kenworth Road Suite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA TF 1 877 468 5886 T 1 250 729 8080 inf...

Page 25: ...the correct paperwork is completed If cross border shipments are not labelled as per the instructions the items may be held by customs and issued additional fees All returned items must be sent prepa...

Page 26: ...to improperly wired AC receptacles 5 Track belts tethers view ports and other components subject to wear through abrasion are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a perio...

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