8 Troubleshooting
M-230 Linear Actuators
MP102E
Version: 1.2
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Problem
Possible Causes
Solution
Reduced
positioning
accuracy
Mounting nut is fastened
too tight
Tighten the mounting nut to a
maximum torque of 1.7 Nm.
Functional
impairment after
system modification
Motor controller has
been replaced
M-230 has been
replaced with another
model
Motor controllers from PI:
Load the parameters from the
stage database that
correspond to the
combination of motor
controller and M-230 model
(p. 25).
Motor controller from a third-party
supplier:
Check the operating
parameters.
The mechanical
system does not
move
The cable is not
connected correctly or is
faulty
Check the connector cable.
Lateral forces are
affecting the pusher
Lateral forces increase the friction
on the internal drive components.
Avoid lateral forces on the tip
and on the pusher of the
M-230.
The mechanical
system does not
move, but
generates
operating noise
Values for the velocity,
acceleration and/or load
are too high
Reduce the velocity.
Reduce the acceleration.
Reduce the load on the
mechanical system.
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Troubleshooting