5 Installation
H-840 Hexapod Microrobot
MS201E
Version: 2.5.1
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Use one of the mounting holes in the motion platform (p. 57) for connection.
or
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If the motion platform and the load are connected conductively to each other,
connect the load to the grounding system.
5.4
Mounting the Hexapod on a Surface
NOTICE
Impermissible mechanical load!
An impermissible mechanical load can damage the hexapod.
Only hold the hexapod by the base plate.
NOTICE
Warping the base plate!
Incorrect mounting can warp the base plate. A warped base plate reduces the accuracy.
Mount the hexapod onto a flat surface. The recommended flatness of the surface is 300
µm.
Requirements
You have read and understood the general notes on installing (p. 23).
Tools and accessories
Hex key 5.0 and six of the supplied screws (p. 9).
Optional: two locating pins for easy alignment of the hexapod, suitable for holes with Ø
8 mm H7, not in the scope of delivery
Mounting the hexapod
1.
Bore the required holes into the surface:
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Six M6 threaded holes for mounting with M6x30 screws
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Optional: Two locating holes with Ø 8 mm H7 for accommodating locating pins.
The arrangement of the six mounting holes as well as the two locating holes in the base
plate of the hexapod can be found in the dimensional drawing (p. 57).
2.
If you use locating pins to align the hexapod:
a)
Insert the locating pins into the locating holes in the hexapod or the surface.
b)
Place the hexapod on the surface so that the locating pins are inserted into the
corresponding locating holes on the other side.
