KA Series Glass Scales STERLING
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Attentions:
a.
The selection of the gauged scale length depends on the travel length of
the machine. The gauged scale length must be longer than the
maximum travel length of the machine.
b.
Proper spare parts shall be adopted according to the given installation
length and surface.
c.
The KA-600 scale shall be equipped with a hook every 1000mm, i.e. 2
for 1000i
ii
iL□
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□2000, 3 for 2000i
ii
iL□
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□3000 and 4 for L= 3000.
4.2 Priorities in Installation
The scale shall use the leading rail of the machine as datum and
be installed in parallel to it.
a. The center of the scale range shall be aligned to that of the travel
length of the machine and the scale range shall be able to cover
the maximum travel length of the machine.
b. The scale shall be installed in the proximity of the transmission
screw of the machine. In most cases, the installed scale assembly
shall move together with the working platform and the reading
head is fixed on the machine.
c. The installed scale shall not obstruct the operation of the machine
or compromise the machine’s performance.
d. The installed scale shall not be exposed to any impact hazards.
During production, the scale shall not stand in the way of machine
handles, brakes or other outstanding parts and shall not be
touched when loading or unloading work pieces.
e. The scale shall be installed vertically or horizontally as shown in Fig.
14. Never install upside down (with the reading head over the
scale assembly). The sealing rubber of the scale assembly must be
kept away from the cooling oil nozzle of the machine.
