5 Installing
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MP77E
M-238 High-Load Linear Actuator
5.2
Providing a Suitable Mechanical Mounting and Installation
Environment
Example of installing a linear actuator
A suitable mechanical mounting and installation environment are necessary for the proper use
of the actuator.
Make sure that the following conditions have been met:
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Material and statics of the mounting are designed so that the static and dynamic
forces that occur can be safely and continuously managed.
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The dimensions of the mounting are adapted to the dimensions of the actuator (see
dimensions, (p. 25).
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The intended motion of the pusher and the load must not be inhibited by the
dimensions of the installation environment.
Take into account the following specifications as well when planning the application
and installing the actuator:
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Tip dimensions (see Dimensions (p. 25))
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Travel range (see data table (p. 23))
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Space requirements for bend-free and proper guiding of the connecting cable and
additional motor cables
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Length of the connecting cable and the motor cable
If the limit switches of the actuator cannot be reached with the planned minimum and
maximum displacements: Make sure that the actuator and the load
only move within
the planned range
. Suitable measures:
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Corresponding programming of the controller
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Emergency off switch
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Automatic shutdown systems
In accordance with the legal regulations, avoid or label danger areas resulting from the
installation of the actuator and from use (e.g., risk of crushing in the case of heavy
moving loads, fast actuator motion and/or high drive torques).