5 Installation
L-738 / V-738 Precision XY Stage
MP183E
Version: 1.1.2
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5.2
Attaching
the L-738 / V-738 to a Surface
NOTICE
Warping of the L-738 / V-738 due to mounting on uneven surfaces!
Mounting the L-738 / V-738 on an uneven surface can warp the V-738. Warping reduces the
accuracy.
Mount the L-738 / V-738 onto an even surface.
The recommended flatness of th
e surface is ≤5 µm.
For applications with large temperature changes:
Only mount the L-738 / V-738 on surfaces that have the same or similar thermal expansion
properties as the L-738 / V-738.
NOTICE
Damage to the V-738.056111 by impact of the platform with hard stops!
The V-738.056111 has a linear drive without self-locking. When the XY stage is tipped, the
platform can hit the hard stops without braking.
Only mount the V-738.056111 onto absolutely horizontal surfaces.
Remove the transport lock just before mounting onto the surface.
Requirements
You have read and understood the general notes on installation (p. 17).
You have provided a suitable surface (for the required position and depth of the
holes for accommodating the screws and locating pins, see "Dimensions" (p. 44)):
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For mounting from above: 8 threaded holes M6 are provided.
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If you use locating pins to align the stage: Two locating holes Ø 4 mm are
present.
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The flatness o
f the surface is ≤5
µm.
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For applications with large temperature changes: The surface should have the
same or similar thermal expansion properties as the L-738 / V-738 (e.g., surface
made of aluminum).
You have accounted for the space required to route cables without bending and
according to regulations.
