RCP4 Stopper Cylinder
First Step Guide
Third Edition
Thank you for purchasing our product.
Make sure to read the Safety Guide and detailed Instruction Manual (DVD) included with the product in addition to
this First Step Guide to ensure correct use.
This Instruction Manual is original.
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Using or copying all or part of this Instruction Manual without permission is prohibited.
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The company names, names of products and trademarks of each company shown in the sentences are registered
trademarks.
Product Check
This product is comprised of the following parts if it is of standard configuration.
If you find any fault in the contained model or any missing parts, contact us or our distributor.
1. Parts (The option is excluded.)
No. Part
Name
Model
Quantity Remarks
1 Actuator
Main
Body
Refer to “How to read the model plate”, “How to
read the model No.”
1
Accessories
2 Power Supply • I/O Cable
*1
CB-CA-MPA
□□□
CB-CA-MPA
□□□
-RB
1
***indicates the cable length
(Example)*** : 020=2[m]
3 First Step Guide
1
4 Instruction Manual (DVD)
1
5 Safety
Guide
1
*1 Please refer to the wiring layout for the enclosed power supply and I/O cable.
2. How to read the model plate
3. How to read the model No.
(Note 1) This may be marked for the purpose of IAI. It is not an ID to describe the model code.
Precautions in Handling
1. Handling of the Packed Product
Please concern the handling of the unit so you would not hit or drop it while carrying.
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If the shipping box is to be left standing, it should be in a horizontal position.
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Do not step or sit on the package.
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Do not place on the carton any heavy object that may cause the carton to deform, or an article whose
shape allows a load to be concentrated at one point.
2. Handling of the Unpacked Product
Do not attempt to hold the cable when carrying the actuator, or pull the cables to move the unit.
Installation and Storage • Preservation Environment
1. Installation Environment
Do not use this product in the following environment.
Generally speaking, it should be an environment where a worker can work without any protective gear.
Also make sure to keep enough work space necessary for maintenance.
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Location exposed to radiant heat from a huge heat source such as the heat treatment
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Location where the surrounding air temperature exceeds the range of 0 to 40°C
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Location where condensation occurs due to abrupt temperature changes
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Location where relative humidity exceeds 85%RH
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Location exposed to direct sunlight
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Location exposed to corrosive gases or combustible gases
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Location exposed to significant amount of dust, salt or iron powder (Outside of ordinary assembly plant)
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Location where water, oil (includes oil mist and cutting fluid) or chemical is splashed
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Location where the product main body receives vibration or hit impact
When using the product in any of the locations specified below, provide a sufficient shield.
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Place subject to electrostatic noise
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Location where exposed to the influence of strong electric or magnetic field
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Location where exposed to the influence of ultraviolet or radiant rays
2. Storage and Preservation Environment
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The storage and preservation environment should comply with the same standards as those for the
installation environment.
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In particular, when the machine is to be stored for a long time, pay close attention to environmental
conditions so that no dew condensation forms. Unless specially specified, moisture absorbency protection
is not included in the package when the machine is delivered. In the case that the machine is to be stored
and preserved in an environment where dew condensation is anticipated, take the condensation
preventive measures from outside of the entire package, or directly after opening the package.
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For storage and preservation temperature, the machine withstands temperatures up to 60
°
C for a short
time, but in the case of the storage and preservation period of 1 month or more, control the temperature to
50
°
C or less.
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Storage and preservation should be performed in the horizontal condition. In the case it is stored in the
packaged condition, follow the posture instruction if any displayed on the package.
Names of the Parts
Installation Flange
Lever
Lever Lock Bracket
Rod
Top Cover
Main Body
Actuator Cable
Motor Cover
Rod Anti - Rotation Feature
Hole Plug
Hole Plug
End Roller
Please refer to the Catalog or the Instruction Manual (DVD) for the dimensions and profile.
Attachment
Refer to the Instruction Manual (DVD) for the attachments of the actuator and loads.
[Precautions for Attachments]
No.
Item Precautions
1
Attachment
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In installation posture, only vertical mount is available. Cannot be mounted
vertically, horizontally oriented on the wall or on the ceiling.
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Utilize the attachment holes provided on the attachment plate for the attachment of
the unit. Select a M8 screws for the tightening screw.
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The unit can be mounted in 2 ways, one
from the top surface of the attachment
plate while the other is from the bottom.
However, make sure the dimension
from the bottom surface of the pallet to
the top of the attachment plate is as
shown in the figure on the right.
Not following this may cause the pallet
to stop or the transportation may not be
carried out smoothly (by causing the
pallet to overrun or to be pushed up).
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Ensure a room for maintenance work.
2
Screws to
be used
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For the bolts to be used, a high-tensile bolt complying with ISO-10.9 or more is
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Make sure to have the effective length of screw engagement described below or more
for the tightening of a bolt and a female screw.
If female screw in steel
→
thread length same as nominal diameter
If female screw in aluminum
→
thread length 1.8 times longer than nominal diameter
Connection Diagram
For the controller, only the dedicated controller manufactured by our company can be used.
Using other controllers may cause a problem such as burning the product, ignition or generating heat.
Use the dedicated cable enclosed in the package when connecting the actuator and the controller.
Dedicated connection cable
MPSEP controller
PSEP controller
PCON-CA controller
Dedicated connection cable
Power supply•I/O cable : Standard cable CB-CA-MPA□□□
*) □□□ indicates the cable length. Up to 20m can be specified.
Example) 080 = 8m
Robot cable CB-CA-MPA□□□-RB
L: 3m or more
L: 3m
r=80mm or more (Movable Use)
r=68mm or more (Movable Use)
L: 3m or more
L: 3m
Standard Cable
Robot Cable
r=85mm or more (Fixed Use)
r=91mm or more (Fixed Use)
r
RCP4 - ST68E - I - 42P - N - 30 - N - S - L - * *
<Series name>
<Type>
ST68E
Width 60mm/ Standard Type,
External Controller
ST615E
Width 60mm/ Standard Type,
External Controller
<Encoder Type>
I
: Incremental
<Motor Type>
42P : 42
□
size
<Deceleration Ratio>
N : Unspecified
<Identification for IAI use only>
(Note 1)
<Option>
L :
Proximity
Sensor
Type
CO : Specifications for Protection
Cover Type
CJT : Difference in Cable Orientation
(Rear side)
CJL : Difference in Cable Orientation
(Left side)
CJR : Difference in Cable Orientation
(Right side)
CJB : Difference in Cable Orientation
(Front side)
<Cable Length>
N :
Without
Brake
P :
1m
S :
3m
M : 5m
X
□□
: Specified
Length
R
□□
: Robot
Cable
<Controller>
P3 : External
Controller
Type
(PSEP, MSEP, PCON-CA)
<Stroke>
30 : 30mm
Model
Serial number
MODEL RCP4-ST68E-I-42P-N-30-N-S-L
SERIAL No. 000049893 MADE IN JAPAN
Warning : Operation of this equipment requires detailed installation and operation instructions which are
provided on the DVD Manual included in the box this device was packaged in. It should be retained
with this device at all times.
A hardcopy of the Manual can be requested by contacting your nearest IAI Sales Office listed at
the back cover of the Instruction Manual or on the First Step Guide.
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Make sure to hold the main body part when handling the unpackaged actuator.
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When carrying the actuator, exercise caution not to bump it against nearby objects
or structures.
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Do not give any excessive force to any of the sections in the actuator.
Pallet
87mm
Bottom of Pallet
Top of Attachment
Frame
