Manual, FT Sensor, Ethernet Axia
Document #9610-05-Ethernet Axia-05
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3.2 Routing the Cable
The routing and bending radius of the cable depends upon the customer application. Unlike motionless
applications, where the cable is in a static condition, dynamic applications subject the cable to a repetitive
motion. For dynamic applications, restrain the cable at a distance that does not expose and damage the
sensor’s cable connection from the robot’s repetitive motion.
NOTICE:
The maximum supported cable length is 25 m.
Figure 3.2—Routing of the Sensor Cable
Sensor Cable
Restrain cable to keep
repetitive motion from
affecting the cable
connection.
Robot Arm
Allow enough slack in
the cable to allow full range
of motion for the robot device.
F/T Sensor
Mounting
Interface Plate
CAUTION:
Do not subject the sensor’s cable connector to the repetitive motion
of the robot or other device. Subjecting the connector to the repetitive motion will
cause damage to the connector. Restrain the cable close to the connector so that the
repetitive motion of the robot does not interfere with the cable connector.
CAUTION:
The cable must withstand the repetitive motions of the robot without failing.
The electrical line, especially where attached to the sensor’s connector, must be routed
to avoid stress failure, sharp bends, or a disconnection from the equipment. Improper
routing may cause poor functionality of critical electrical lines, injury to personnel, or
damage to equipment. Damage to the sensor or cable from improper routing will void
the warranty. If the application results in cable rubbing, use a loose, plastic spiral wrap
for protection.
CAUTION:
When routing the cables, do not bend less than the minimum bending
. A bend radius too small causes the cable to fail from
fatigue of the robot’s repetitive motion.
