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9.5 Splash-proof
Performance
This actuator provides a level of protection conforming to IP67. However, this protection performance is
conditional upon heeding the restrictions specified below.
Also, the end of the pre-assembled actuator cable to be connected to a relay cable is not splash-proof.
Provide appropriate measures to prevent this connection point from coming in contact with water.
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Consult IAI beforehand, if the actuator will be used in an environment subject to splashes of liquids
other than water.
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The actuator cannot be used in an environment subject to splashes of viscous liquids.
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The actuator cannot be used in water.
Structurally the actuator is designed to withstand washing with water, etc. However, the actuator
cannot be immersed in water, as it will cause the slide bushes to swell or create other unwanted
conditions.
9.6 Dust-proof
Performance
The electrical parts of the actuator, such as its motor and encoder, are designed to completely shut off
dust. As for the moving parts (such as the sliding parts of the pipe and slider), the gaps are covered with
felt seals.
Despite the above measures, however, dust may still enter the pipe and slider or underneath the seals.
Since such dust may damage the actuator or cause other unwanted conditions depending on the type and
state of dust, the actuator should not be used in the following environments:
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Environment where magnetic dust particles are dispersed or suspended
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Environment where polishing agent or other abrasive dust particles are dispersed or suspended
9.7 Misalignment
Since the ball screw nut and slider are attracted/coupled to each other via a pipe by means of magnetic
force, application of excessive force will cause this magnetic coupling to lose alignment. If this occurs, the
ball screw will separate from the slider and the actuator will no longer function.
Therefore, do not tap with a hammer or otherwise apply excessive force to the slider.
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