MOUNTING
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Three-point mount without feet
Use this scheme to mount the laser to a
static horizontal surface only
by fastening directly into the
laser’s base plate. A three-point mount is required when the variation in mounting surface flatness
exceeds 1.02 mm (0.040").
To install an i401 (without feet) using the three-point mounting method, perform the following steps:
1
Raise the i401 laser and place support blocks under the base plate.
2
Unscrew the four M10 cap screws fastening the feet to the bottom of the i401 laser and remove
the
factory-installed mounting feet.
3
Refer to the i401 outline and mounting drawing (Sheet 2 of 2) for Option ‘B’ mounting dimensions,
then drill three 10.6 mm (close fit) or 11.2 mm (normal fit) thru holes in your mounting surface.
These holes should correspond with the fastener locations labeled “E” shown in Figure 1-6.
4
Carefully place the i401 laser on the mounting surface so the M10 threaded holes in the base plate
line up over the thru holes in the mounting surface.
5
Place a split washer and flat washer on each cap screw and insert the fasteners through the
mounting
surface into the laser base plate. Turn the screws by hand until the threads fully
engage.
6
Evenly tighten all three fasteners to a torque of 40 N m (29 ft lb.).
Figure 1-6 Mounting locations for three-point mount without feet.
Caution: Possible Equipment Damage
When removing the mounting feet, raise the laser by placing support blocks under the base
plate. Do not lay or place the i401 laser on its side or top, even temporarily, because the sheet
metal covers are not designed to support the weight of the laser. Always support and mount the
laser using the mounting feet or base plate to avoid damaging the laser.
