THORLABS Kinesis MLJ050 Manual de usuario
MLJ050
Motorized Lab Jack
Kinesis User Guide
Original Instructions
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Contents
Chapter 1 Safety ............................................................................................ 3
1.1 Safety Information .................................................................................. 3
1.2 General Warnings .................................................................................. 3
Chapter 2 Overview ........................................................................................4
2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 4
Chapter 3 Mechanical Installation ................................................................ 8
3.1 Unpacking .............................................................................................. 8
3.2 Environmental Conditions ...................................................................... 8
3.3 Mounting to a Work Surface ................................................................... 8
3.4 Transportation ...................................................................................... 10
3.5 Dimensions ........................................................................................... 10
Chapter 4 Software & Electrical Installation ..............................................11
4.1 Installing Software ................................................................................ 11
4.2 Electrical Installation ............................................................................. 11
4.3 Connecting The Hardware ................................................................... 12
4.4 Verifying Software Operation ............................................................... 13
Chapter 5 Standalone Operation ................................................................ 14
5.1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 14
5.2 Top Panel Controls and Indicators ...................................................... 14
5.3 Potentiometer Operation ...................................................................... 15
5.4 Button Operation .................................................................................. 15
Chapter 6 PC Operation ............................................................................... 16
6.1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 16
6.2 Using the Kinesis Software .................................................................. 16
6.3 Homing Motors ..................................................................................... 17
6.4 Stopping the Stage ............................................................................... 17
6.5 Changing Motor Parameters and Moving to an Absolute Position ....... 18
6.6 Jogging ................................................................................................. 19
6.7 Setting Move Sequences ..................................................................... 20
6.8 Changing and Saving Parameter Settings ........................................... 20
Chapter 7 Software Reference ....................................................................21
7.1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 21
7.2 GUI Panel ............................................................................................. 21
7.3 Settings Panel ...................................................................................... 23
Appendices
Appendix A Preventive Maintenance ......................................................... 33
Appendix B Specifications .......................................................................... 34
Appendix C Stepper Motor Operation ........................................................ 35
Appendix D Regulatory ................................................................................ 40
Appendix E Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts ................................................ 44
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Chapter 1 Safety
1.1 Safety Information
For the continuing safety of the operators of this equipment, and the protection of the
equipment itself, the operator should take note of the Warnings, Cautions and Notes
throughout this handbook and, where visible, on the product itself.
The following safety symbols may be used throughout the handbook and on the
equipment itself.
1.2 General Warnings
Shock Warning
Given when there is a risk of injury from electrical shock.
Warning
Given when there is a risk of injury to users.
Caution
Given when there is a risk of damage to the product.
Note
Clarification of an instruction or additional information.
Warnings
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified in the handbook, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. In particular,
excessive moisture may impair operation.
Spillage of fluid, such as sample solutions, should be avoided. If spillage does
occur, clean up immediately using absorbant tissue. Do not allow spilled fluid
to enter the internal mechanism.
The equipment is for indoor use only.
When running custom move sequences, or under fault conditions, the stage
may move unexpectedly. Operators should take care when working inside the
moving envelope of the stage.
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Chapter 2 Overview
2.1 Introduction
The MLJ050 series are a range of stepper-motor driven lab jacks. The integrated
electronic controller can either be driven via a PC or can be controlled manually via
the buttons and velocity potentiometer on the control key pad. These Motorized Lab
Jacks provide a rugged, height adjustable platform ideal for mounting optomechanical
sub-assemblies requiring height adjustment. The MLJ050 Motorized Lab Jack offers
excellent rigidity and platform parallelism while providing smooth, quiet motion.
Integral limt switches prevent overdriving. The large 5.6" x 4.9" (125 mm x 142 mm)
mounting platform supports up to 44 lbs (20 kg) with a smooth vertical adjustment
range of 2" (50 mm). Both the top and bottom plates offer a generous array of 1/4" -
20 (M6) tapped holes and clearance slots for general mounting requirements.
Fig. 2.1 MLJ050 Motorized Lab Jack
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MLJ050 Motorized Lab Jack
2.1.1 Introduction
The MLJ050 stages share many of the benefits of the Thorlabs range of motor
controllers. These include USB connectivity (allowing multiple units to be used
together on a single PC), fully featured Graphical User Interface (GUI) panels, and
extensive software function libraries for custom application development.
The Kinesis software suite provides a flexible and powerful PC based control system
both for users of the equipment, and software programmers aiming to automate its
operation.
The User Interface allows full control of all settings and operating modes enabling
complete ‘out-of-box’ operation without the need to develop any further custom
software. It provides all of the necessarysystem software services such as generation
of GUI panels, communications handling for multiple USB units, and logging of all
system activity to assist in hardware trouble shooting. The Kinesis server is also used
by software developers to allow the creation of advanced automated positioning
applications very rapidly and with great ease.
2.1.2 Kinesis Server
Kinesis controls are re-usable compiled software components that supply both a
graphical user interface and a programmable interface. Many such Controls are
available for Windows applications development, providing a large range of re-usable
functionality. For example, there are Controls available that can be used to
manipulate image files, connect to the internet or simply provide user interface
components such as buttons and list boxes.
With the Kinesis system, .Net Controls are deployed to allow direct control over (and
also reflect the status of) the range of electronic controller units, including the MLJ050
stages. Software applications that use .Net Controls are often referred to as 'client
applications'. A .Net Control is a language independent software component.
Consequently the controls can be incorporated into a wide range of software
development environments for use by client application developers. Development
environments supported include Visual Basic, Labview, Visual C++, C++ Builder,
HPVEE, Matlab, VB.NET, C#.NET
and, via VBA, Microsoft Office applications such as
Excel and Word.
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Chapter 2
Consider the control supplied for the MLJ050 integrated Labjack & controller.
This Control provides a complete user graphical instrument panel to allow the stage
to be manually operated, as well as a complete set of software functions (often called
methods) to allow all parameters to be set and motor operations to be automated by
a client application. The instrument panel reflects the current operating state of the
controller unit to which it is associated (e.g. such as motor position). Updates to the
panel take place automatically when a user (client) application is making software
calls into the same Control. For example, if a client application instructs the
associated stage to move, the progress of that move is reflected automatically by
changing position readouts on the graphical interface, without the need for further
programming intervention.
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MLJ050 Motorized Lab Jack
The Kinesis Controls collection provides a rich set of graphical user panels and
programmable interfaces allowing users and client application developers to interact
seamlessly with the Kinesis hardware. Each of the Kinesis controllers has an
associated .Net Control and these are described fully in the handbooks associated
with the controllers.
Fig. 2.2 System Architecture Diagram
Refer to the main Kinesis Software online help file, for a complete programmers guide
and reference material on using the Kinesis Controls collection. This is available
either by pressing the F1 key when running the Kinesis server, or via the Start menu,
Start\Programs\Thorlabs\Kinesis\Kinesis Help.
2.1.3 Software Upgrades
Thorlabs operate a policy of continuous product development and may issue software
upgrades as necessary.
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Mechanical Installation
3.1 Unpacking
3.2 Environmental Conditions
Location Indoor use only
Maximum altitude 2000 m
Temperature range 5oC to 40oC
Maximum Humidity Less than 80% RH (non-condensing) at 31°C
To ensure reliable operation the unit should not be exposed to corrosive agents or
excessive moisture, heat or dust.
If the unit has been stored at a low temperature or in an environment of high humidity,
it must be allowed to reach ambient conditions before being powered up.
The unit must not be used in an explosive environment.
3.3 Mounting to a Work Surface
3.3.1 General
When mounting the lab jack close to other equipment, ensure that the travel of the
moving platform is not obstructed. If equipment mounted on the moving platform is
driven against a solid object, damage to the internal mechanism could occur. The
range of travel is 2.0” (50 mm) vertically.
Note
Retain the packing in which the unit was shipped, for use in future
transportation.
Caution
Once removed from its packaging, the MLJ050 lab jack is easily damaged
by mishandling. The unit should only be handled by its base, not by the
motor or any attachments to the moving platform.
Warning
Operation outside the following environmental limits may adversely
affect operator safety.
Warning
The safety of any system incorporating this equipment is the
responsibility of the person performing the installation.
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MLJ050 Motorized Lab Jack
3.3.2 Mounting the Stage to the Work Surface
The MLJ050 lab jack is mounted to the working surface by four M6 (1/4-20) screws
through the base as shown in Fig. 3.1.. .
Fig. 3.1 Installation
Note
The mounting holes are accessible with the lab jack fully retracted. The
unit must be powered down or disabled before fixing to the work surface.
4 Bolts M6 (1/4-20)
(2 each side)
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3.4 Transportation
3.5 Dimensions
Fig. 3.2 Dimensions - MLJ050
Caution
When packing the unit for shipping, use the original packing. If this is not
available, use a strong box and surround the unit with at least 100 mm of
shock absorbent material.
all dimensions in mm (in.) 142.0 (5.59)
25.0 (1.0)
25.0 (1.0)
25.0 (1.0)
125.0
(4.92)
100.0
(3.94)
210.5
(8.29)
25 x M6 (1/4”-20) Tapped
Holes for Mounting
116.0
(4.57)
MAXIMUM EXTENDED
POSITION
MAXIMUM RETRACTED
POSITION
65.00
(2.56)
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