FT 300 Force Torque Sensor - Instruction Manual
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3.3. Mechanical Connections
You must use a coupling to attach the Sensor to a robot. Be sure to use the coupling related to your robot model. Our couplings
are listed according to ISO 9409-1 and this covers most bolt patterns. If there is no coupling for your robot, you can modify a blank
coupling or Robotiq can create a custom version for you. Some couplings may require an additional adapter plate. To create your
own coupling or adapter plate you can refer to the Technical Dimensions section. To see available couplings and adapter plates
and for details, refer to the Spare Parts, Kits and Accessories section.
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The FT 300 coupling is mandatory, you can customize yours from a blank provided by Robotiq.
Here are the steps to follow for the installation of the Sensor (see figure below). Note that all screws must be locked in place using
medium strength threadlocker, such as
Loctite 248
or a similar product.
1. Align the indexing dowel pin between the coupling and the robot (usually press fitted to the robot).
2. Screw the coupling to the robot with the robot mounting screws (with lock washers if provided) and threadlocker.
3. Align the Sensor indexing dowel pins (prefixed to the Sensor) to the coupling.
4. Screw the Sensor to the coupling using the coupling mounting screws (with lock washers if provided) and threadlocker.
Fig. 3.4: Attaching the FT 300 sensor to a robot arm using the mandatory coupling.
