Velocity Resolution=100 RPM per click
Each click of the “Soft Knob” will cause a speed
increase or decrease of 100 RPM.
Tip: If you only want ClearPath to spin clockwise, set “Max CCW Velocity” to zero.
What to do if you get a shutdown or a warning:
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If you see a small “warning triangle” appear anywhere in the Mode Controls
section, hover your cursor over it and read the associated warning that pops up
(it’s like a tool tip).
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If you exceed your power supply’s capability ClearPath will tell you. You’ll see
warnings or shutdowns in the Exceptions field at lower right of the UI. (THIS IS
OK!) Try lowering your acceleration and/or velocity until the warning stops.
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Most shutdowns are caused by weak power supplies, mechanical problems or
bad settings. If your ClearPath experiences a shutdown, it is reporting a
problem, but is probably not the actual cause of the problem.
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You can clear most shutdowns by toggling the Enable Input; however if you
don’t address the underlying problem, you’ll likely keep getting shutdowns.
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IF THE STATUS LED FLASHES RED, there’s a real problem with your ClearPath.
Seek support assistance.
Wiring Inputs and Outputs
ClearPath has three inputs and one output. Wiring I/O devices to your ClearPath is
beyond the scope of this document. Please refer to the ClearPath User Manual for I/O
wiring information and specifications.
Connecting ClearPath to mechanical components
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Don’t pound or pry the motor shaft.
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If connecting ClearPath to a screw, carefully align the rotating centers of the
motor shaft and screw.
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Avoid solid couplings; they are very unforgiving of misalignment.
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Avoid set screws. They don’t hold well and tend to damage and deform the
motor shaft. Use circumferential couplings instead.
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Tighten all fasteners before operating or tuning (couplings, mounting screws,
pinions, pulleys). You don’t want parts flying around at high speed.
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See the ClearPath User Manual for more tips on connecting ClearPath to
mechanical components.
Teknic, Inc.
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