LDAT-Series Integrated Linear Thrusters
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Rockwell Automation Publication LDAT-IN001B-EN-P - March 2020
Vertical or Incline Installation
A linear thruster driven system mounted vertically or on an incline will not maintain position
when the power is removed. Under the influence of gravity the motion platform and its payload
will fall to the low end of travel. Design engineers should allow for this by designing in controlled
power down circuits or mechanical controls to prevent the linear thruster driven system and its
payload from being damaged when the power fails.
IMPORTANT
Any person that teaches, operates, maintains, or repairs these linear thruster must be
trained and demonstrate the competence to safely perform the assigned task.
ATTENTION:
Linear thrusters are capable of high accelerations, sudden and fast motion. Rockwell
Automation is not responsible for misuse, or improper implementation of this equipment.
ATTENTION:
Linear thrusters driven systems must have the payload must be secured to the
system such that it will not sheer off in the event of an impact in excess of the bumper ratings.
ATTENTION:
The Hall effect module and motor feedback encoder contain an electrostatic
discharge (ESD) sensitive devises. Follow static-control precautions when you install, test, service,
or repair this assembly. If you do not follow ESD control precautions, components can be damaged.
If you are not familiar with static control precautions, refer to Guarding Against Electrostatic
Damage, publication
or any other applicable ESD awareness handbook.
BURN HAZARD:
When the linear thruster are running at their maximum rating the temperature
of attached heat sink can reach 100 ºC (212 ºF).
SHOCK HAZARD:
An assembled linear thruster will generate power if the coil or magnet track is
moved. Un-terminated power cables present an electrical shock hazard. Never handle flying leads
or touch power pins while moving the motor.
