External stopper
If the kinetic energy that is generated by the load exceeds the actuator’s threshold value, an external
dampening function must be provided to absorb the energy.
Mounting position of external stopper
Installing the stopper near to the centre of the table should be avoided.
When the rotation arm strikes the stopper, a reaction force generated by the load’s inertia will be
redirected and applied to the table itself.
This will lead to damage to the table and bearings.
* Caution for using external stopper
Angle adjustment is available for MSQ series rotary actuator. When using an external stopper, set in a
position so that that the adjusting bolt does not collide into the piston.
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Fig. 14
Install the stopper at a
sufficient distance from
the table centre.
The external stopper
becomes a fulcrum,
resulting in the load’s
inertia
force
being
applied to the table as
a bending moment.
If an external stopper is
installed on the opposite
side to the load, the
inertia force generated by
the load is applied
directly to the pinion.