Anaheim Linear Actuator LS100 Table Manual

							 
  
 
 
 
 
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LS100 Series USER’S GUIDE 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
  
  
 
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permission of Anaheim Automation. 
 
 
 
 
   
 
Anaheim Automation 
910 E. Orangefair Lane 
Anaheim, CA 92801 
(714) 992-6990 
(714) 992-0471 Fax 
www.anaheimautomation.com
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
  
 
 
 
 
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  Anaheim Automation’s LS100 Series Positioning tables offer precision performance for use in a 
variety of General Automation Applications such as: 
 
•  Lab Automation 
•  Biotech Automation 
•  Inspection Stations 
•  Part Scanning 
•   Pick & Place  
•  Liquid Dispensing 
•  Part Insertion 
•   And many others. 
 
Construction 
Anaheim Automation’s LS100 Series Positioning t ables are designed to provide accurate 
precision while minimizing physical size and cost. These tables use a low friction, preloaded 
stainless steel acme lead screw, twin railed li near system. The linear rails are mounted to a rigid 
support on opposite ends of the precision machined aluminum end plates. The load is mounted to 
a precision machined aluminum carriage, which has T-Slots for inserts that are designed to fit T-
Nuts. The T-Nuts are threaded for high strength and wear. All Anaheim Automation Standard 
tables are built with ACME Lead Screws that o ffer the needed resolutions and precision at a low 
price. The tables are designed to accommodate a  variety options, which can feature items such 
as End of Travel (EOT) & HOME Switches, rotary  encoders, cables for our motors, switches and 
encoders. A motor/driver hybrid (23MD Series) is  also an option that combines the needed driver 
to a step motor, simplifying the need for STEP & DI RECTION Signals from an external controller. 
Long T-Nuts are provided to add the option to assemble XY Stages together when applicable. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
   
 
 
 
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(in/in) (in/ft)
A 3/8-16 ACME
0.0625 0.0003 0.003 0.000156 0.58 oz-in 0.001
D 3/8-10,           2 
Start ACME
0.2 0.0003 0.003 0.0005 0.92 oz-in 0.001
H 3/8-8,              
4 Start Stub 
ACME
0.5 0.0003 0.003 0.00125 1.80 oz-in 0.001
Screw Type
Screw 
Selection Bidirectional 
Repeatability  (inches)
Resolution 
per 1/2 Step  (inches) Torque to 
Raise      1 Lb
Lead per 
Revolution  (inches) Lead Accuracy
ACME Screws 
Three different acme screws can be installed in the LS100 series tables, providing solutions for 
typical industrial applications. We offer a high, mid 
and low resolution leads to allow for a range of 
solutions. 
 
(Refer to the Specification Section for more Table details.) 
 
Carriage T-NUTS (Optional) 
Recommended carriage T-NUTS can be slotted dire ctly into the carriage of the LS100 series 
tables, providing the easy multip le axis configuration and ability to mount external loads to the 
carriage. 
Also known as tapped-thru nuts or T-Slot Nuts , these nuts are threaded all the way through so 
studs can extend beyond the bottom of the nut fo r increased take-up. Nuts are made of case-
hardened C1018 steal  
with a black-oxide finish which is comparable  to low strength steel. Each table carriage has T-
Slots for mounting the user supplied load. A l oad adapter plate should be used between the load 
and the carriage surface if your load requires addi tional base mounting holes to properly securing 
the load. 
End of Travel and Home Switches (Optional)  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
  
 
 
 
 
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The LS100 series tables can be provided with  end of travel (EOT) and home proximity switches, 
which are assembled / wired onto the table assemb ly. Most position controllers can utilize the 
EOT switches to stop the carriage motion when exceeding table travel has been reached in either 
direction. The home switch provides a known datu m location or zero position on the table that 
establishes a known HOME position for the positioning controller used.  
Rotary Encoders (Optional) 
Incremental encoders can be mounted to the step motors in order to provide positional feedback 
data to a motion controller. 
Motor Adapter Brackets 
The NEMA 23 is the Standard motor mount for all LS100 Series Tables. 
 
Special NUT with Rolled ACME Screw 
A solid polymer nut has no rolling elements in it providing smoother motion and less audible noise 
than most ball nuts, and is ideal for clean and harsh environments. 
 
Maximum Carriage Speed 
The maximum speed of the carriage is determi ned by the screw lead, screw length, screw 
diameter and bearing support system.  Refer to Specifications for more details.  
 
Backlash 
The drive nut offered is a pre-loaded, zero backlash nut offering zero backlash operation that 
automatically adjusts for wear to insure zero  backlash for the life of the positioning table. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							 
  
 
 
 
 
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  ound Rods that are m
ade to provide smooth 
peration and reduce wear on rod bearings. 
e and assemble 
tandard NEMA 23 Step Motor that will be sized based on the application. 
 
Linear Guide Rods 
The linear guides used are 60 CASE Hard Gr
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Connections to Table Assembly 
Separate cables with mating connectors for  the step motor, EOT/ Home Limit Switches and 
Encoder are provided for ease of operation.  Anaheim Automation will provid
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Cable P/N  Function / Description 
CBL-AA4101 10ft Limits/ Home Sensor  Cable with 6 PIN Mating Connector 
CBL-AA4102 10ft Motor Cable with 8 PIN Mating Connector 
CBL-AA4175  10ft Encoder Cable with 5 PIN Mating Connector 
CBL-AA4266  10ft, 23MD Series Motor/Driv er Cable with 7 PIN Mating Connector 
*Cables included per the table part number selected.  
  
0, or other cleaning solvents, as they can 
he entire 
ngth of the screw and linear rails on a regular basis. ( Not provided with purchase) 
c effect on the nut life. There is NO  formula that can account universally for these 
variations. 
 
Lubrication 
The type of lubrication recommended is Lithium Grease or Synthetic Teflon Grease. It is
recommended that the linear rails and screw assembly be lubricated depending on the 
application duty, speed, and environment installed.  Insufficient lubrication can result in excessive
wear which may cause scoring of the rails, r ough table operation, corrosion, and even failure of 
the positioning system. WARNING: Avoid the use WD -4
cause damage to the screw assembly and linear rails. 
ACME screws & polymer nut screw driven positioning tables have a solid surface contacting a 
solid surface, therefore sufficient lubrication is  required. Apply lubrication directly onto t
le
 
The critical factor in the life of a plastic nut is  the heat build up in the nut. Each application has 
different heat conditions and each application has  differences in lubrication requirements. These 
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All table assemblies will include a NEMA 23 Step Motor based on table length and system load 
requirements.  
Please contact the factory prior to selecting the complete table assembly to insure a proper 
selection. 
 
T-NUTS are recommended to allow for the assembly of additional materials to the table carriage, 
please refer to the Ordering Information Section for the T-Nut Part Numbers & Descriptions. 
T-NUTS P/N 
Description/ Function  
LS100-TNUT-01 Small T-Nut, ¼”-20 Thread, ¼” Height, 0.5625” Long  
Accommodates the ability to mount additional mounting plates or Load. 
LS100-TNUT-02 Long T-Nut, 10-32 Thread, ¼” Height, 3.5” Long 
Accommodates the ability to mount additional LS100 
Tables, Qty 4 10-32 Screws will be included. 
 
 
SPECIFICATIONS 
Travel 612 18
Resolution 
( with Divide-by- 64)  0.0625 in/rev lead (0,0016 
m/rev)  4.88 x10
-6 inches (0,12µm) 
@ 12,800 steps/rev resolution 
0.2 in/rev lead (0,0051  m/rev)  15.6 x10-6 inches (0,39µm)  
@ 12,800 steps/rev resolution  
0.5 in/rev lead (0,0127 
m/rev)  39.1 x10-6 inches (0,99µm)  
@ 12,800 steps/rev resolution  
0.0625 in/rev lead (0,0016  m/rev) 
w/ 400 Line Encoder  0.39 x10-4 inches (0,9µm)  
@ 1,600 counts/rev encoder resolution 
0.2 in/rev lead (0,0051  m/rev) 
w/ 400 Line Encoder  1.25 x10-4 inches (3,18µm)  
@ 1,600 counts/rev encoder resolution 
0.5 in/rev lead (0,0127  m/rev) 
w/ 400 Line Encoder  3.12 x10-4 inches (7,93µm)  
@ 1,600 counts/rev encoder resolution 
0.0625 in/rev lead (0,0016  m/rev) 
w/ 1000 Line Encoder  0.156 x10-4 inches (0,4µm)  
@ 4,000 counts/rev encoder resolution 
0.2 in/rev lead (0,0051  m/rev) 
w/ 1000 Line Encoder  0.50 x10-4 inches (1,27µm)  
@ 4,000 counts/rev encoder resolution 
0.5 in/rev lead (0,0127  m/rev) 
w/ 1000 Line Encoder  1.25 x10-4 inches (3,18µm)  
@ 4,000 counts/rev encoder resolution 
Encoder Outputs - TTL square wave, Two Channel A & B 
Maximum Travel Speed 
0.0625 in/rev  
(0,0016 m/rev) 
0.5 Inches/ second ( 0,013 m/sec )
0.2 in/rev lead 
(0,0051 m/rev) 
2 Inches/ second ( 0,051 m/sec )
0.5 in/rev lead 
(0,0127 m/rev) 
10 Inches/ second ( 0,254 m/sec )
Rated Maximum Dynamic Load 
Capacity of Carriage 
Horizontal (orientation) 20 Lbs (11.34 kg) 
Vertical (orientation) 15 Lbs (6.80 kg) 
Side (orientation) 20 Lbs (9.07 kg) 
Maximum Deflection 
(center point)  5 Lbs (2.27kg) 
0.0005” 
(12,7µm)  0.002” (50,8µm) 
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10 Lbs (4.53kg)  0.001” 
(25,4µm)  0.003” (76,2µm) 
0.007”  
(0.18x10-3 m) 
20 Lbs (9.07kg)  0.0025” 
(63,5µm)  0.007”  
(0.18x10-3 m)  0.015 
(0.381x10-3 m)
Repeatability Bidirectional  Leadscrew 
< 0.001 inches (25.4µm)  
Stage Weight  — 
4.5Lb   (2.0 kg) 6.0Lb  (2.7 kg) 7.5Lb  (3.4kg)23MD Series included  6.25Lb  (2.8 kg)7.75Lb  (3.5kg) 9.25Lb (4.2kg)
Material —  Aluminum 
Finish — Blake Anodize 
Flatness, Straightness & 
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Encoder Cable Connection 
Encoder Cable – Functions & Color Code
Function Color
0Vdc BLACK 
Index N/C 
CH A  GREEN 
+5Vdc RED 
CH B  WHITE 
 
Motor Cable Connections 
Connection Lead Name  Lead Color 
4 –Lead Bipolar Series Phase A 
Black 
Phase /A  Orange 
Phase B Red 
Phase /B Yellow 
Tie Connection  White/ Black & White/ Orange
Tie Connection White/ Red & White/ Yellow 
4 –Lead Bipolar 
Parallel  Phase A 
Black & White/Orange Phase /A  Orange & White/ Black 
Phase B Red & White/ Yellow 
Phase /B  Yellow & White Red 
6 –Lead Unipolar  Phase A 
Black 
Phase /A  Orange 
Phase B Red 
Phase /B Yellow 
COMMON A & /A White/ Black & White/ Orange
COMMON B & /B  White/ Red & White/ Yellow 
 
Cables will be supplied based on the table part number  selected. All cables have a mating connector to 
the table assembly and have flying leads on the opposite end to connect to Driver/ Controller/ Power 
Supply Terminals. 
 
Cable P/N  Function / Description 
CBL-AA4101 10ft Limits/ Home Sensor  Cable with 6 PIN Mating Connector 
CBL-AA4102 10ft Motor Cable with 8 PIN Mating Connector 
CBL-AA4175  10ft Encoder Cable with 5 PIN Mating Connector 
CBL-AA4266 10ft, 23MD Series Motor/Driv er Cable with 7 PIN Mating Connector 
 
Step Motor Specifications – NEMA 23 and 23MD Series