5 Installation
P54x Nanopositioner
PZ244E
Version: 1.2.0
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In this Chapter
General Notes on Installation ...................................................................................................... 17
Mounting the P-54x ..................................................................................................................... 20
Fixing the Load ............................................................................................................................. 21
Connecting the P-54x to the Electronics ...................................................................................... 24
5.1
General Notes on Installation
CAUTION
Dangerous voltage and residual charge in piezo actuators!
The P-54x is driven by piezo actuators. Temperature changes and compressive stresses can
induce charges in piezo actuators. After disconnection from the electronics, piezo actuators
can remain charged for several hours. Touching or short-circuiting the contacts in the
connector of the P-54x can lead to minor injuries from electric shock. The piezo actuators can
be destroyed by an abrupt contraction.
Do
not
open the P-54x.
Discharge the positioner's piezo actuators before installing:
Connect the positioner to the switched-off PI electronics equipped with an internal
discharge resistor.
Do
not
pull the plug connector out of the electronics during operation.
Positioners with D-sub plug connector:
Touching the contacts in the plug connector can lead to an electric shock (max. 130 V DC) and
minor injuries.
Do
not
touch the contacts in the plug connector.
Use screws to secure the positioner's connector against being pulled out of the electronics.
NOTICE
Mechanical overload due to incorrect handling!
An impermissible mechanical load on the platform of the P-54x can cause damage to the piezo
actuators, sensors, and flexures of the P-54x as well as loss of accuracy.
Do
not
touch any sensitive parts (e.g., platform) when handling the P-54x.
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