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MP-Series™ & TL-Series™ Electric Cylinders

Flexible, controlled linear motionProduct MarketingLinear Motion Solutions

Copyright © 2009 Rockwell Automation, Inc. All rights reserved. 2

Topics: Introduction to Electric Cylinders

1. Product Line Overview

2. Applications

4. Commercial Information

3. Application Development, Setup & Programming


MP-Series™ and TL-Series™ Electric Cylinders

• Stainless steel rod actuators• Ready-to-install solution

– Precision ball screw mechanics with choice of Allen-Bradley™ MPL or TLY Servo Motors

– Absolute Feedback Std., Optional Holding brakes

• Three Pneumatic Cylinder ISO15552* Frame Sizes (32, 40, and 63)

• Flexible Servo Control– Linear feed force up to 2500N (562 lbf)– Stroke lengths up to 800mm – Speeds to 1m/sec.

• Lubricated for life, maintenance free operation• Numerous Accessory Attachments

–Mounting Flange, Clevis, Trunnion, etc.–End effectors: guide rods, rod eyes, etc.


Two package styles: a wide selection

• TLAR: Smaller, lighter duty industrial packaging– Uses Standard Allen-Bradley TLY servo motors

and cables – IP 40 packaging– 200-230V AC systems

• MPAR: Heavier duty industrial packaging– Uses Standard Allen-Bradley MPL servo motors

and cables– Electrical/electronics sealed for IP66

environments– Choice of 200/230V AC or 380/480V AC

systems• Common characteristics / specifications

– Similar Specs & available stroke lengths– 100% duty cycle rated– Share same accessories and attachments

Bulletin MPAR

Bulletin TLAR

Specification Overview

Frame

Max Feed Force

Cont Feed Force

Max Speed

ISO 15552 N (lbs) N (lbs)m/sec

(in./sec)

Size 32350 (79)

280 (63)

0.5 (19.7)

Size 40800

(180)640

(143)0.64

(25.2)

Size 631625 (365)

975 (219)

1.0 (39.4)


TLAR/MPAR Product Family

• TLAR/MPAR Mechanical Package

• Standard Accessories– End effectors: Guide rods, rod eye, rod

clevis, self alignment coupler – Mounting: Flange, foot, trunnion, clevis– Standard TLY & MPL Power and

Feedback Cables

FrameScrew Pitch

Max Acc. Stroke Lengths

ISO 15552 mm/rev m/sec2

(in./sec2) mm inch

Size 323

6 (236)

100, 200, 300, 400

4, 8, 12, 1610

Size 405 100, 200,

300, 400, 600

4, 8, 12, 16, 2412.7

Size 6310 100, 200,

300, 400, 600, 800

4, 8, 12, 16, 24,

3220.0

Available 1st Qtr 2010 with Motor mounted in parallel


Product Line Overview

• Electric Cylinder Catalog Number Key


Standardized Packaging for Rod Cylinder Actuators

Ball screw FORCE

ISO Size / Frame (Sq. Flange Size (mm )

Lubrication For Life

60 / 7640 / 5432 / 46

Servo Power Range: 140watts1 to 1 kW

• Electromechanical Ball Screw• Std. ISO 15552 Frame Size

– Highest Quality/Reliability– Mechanics/Motor Replaceable

• Fluid Power Industry Std. • Std: NFPA & ISO155521 Size

– Highest Quality/Reliability– Repairable

1The international std. for interchangeability of pneumatic cylinders with detachable mountings. Std. Sizes from 32 mm to 320 mm -- mounting & accessories dimensions


Standardized on the Outside State-of-the-art on the Inside

Compact, highly efficient low inertia servo motor

Built-in reservoir to facilitate lubrication for life

Integrated piston rod

“anti rotate” feature

Heavy duty extruded aluminum anodized base lowers cost and maintains structural integrity

Built-in absolute feedback and optional electrical released brake for holding vertical loads

• Precision Ground Ball Screw1 / Nut Design– Low coefficient of friction rated for

90% efficiency – A more predictable service life2

• TL-Series / MP-Series Electric Cylinders– Position repeatability: +/- 0.02mm – Reversing Backlash 0.05mm – Rated for 100% Duty Cycle

Bearing cap & rod seal

Threaded and Stainless Steel Rod

End cap with high-quality Angular Contact Ball Bearings

1 Cylinders on the market with an acme lead screw / servo combination have both efficiency and duty cycle limited to approx. 50%. Acme screw is inherently difficult to predict service life.2 Motion Analyzer sizing software uses a built-in utility to translate application detail into service life estimate

Choice of two screw sizes per frame size

As the screw rotates, the nut extends and retracts the force tube, which is attached to the load.


Sizing and Design

Multiple Components

Assembly

Assembling servo driven linear actuators from components requires mechanical design/integration, multiple components from different suppliers, and mechanical/electrical assembly…

Why Specify MP-Series / TL-SeriesElectric Cylinders?

Completed Actuator


Allen-Bradley Electric Cylinder:A Ready to Install Solution

• Design Phase Cost Savings: Buy vs. Build– Eliminates mechanical design, selection and integration of multiple

components from different suppliers– Reliable, tested performance from single integrated actuator– Comprehensive support from Rockwell Automation sizing and selection

tools: Integrated Architecture Builder and Motion Analyzer

• Assembly Phase Cost Savings– Eliminate assembly of motor, coupler, adapter and ballscrew– Eliminate installation, wiring and alignment of home and over-travel sensors

• Commissioning Phase Cost Savings– Complete integration with RSLogix 5000 software

• Support Phase Cost Savings– Integrated device eliminates reliability problems that occur when products

from separate manufacturers are bolted together.– An actuator designed and rated so that it can remain lubricated for life

Helping to build a better machine, faster…More time for innovation


Ready for Applications

• Smart motor technology - Absolute Multiturn Feedback – Retains position even with a loss of power. – No alignment or wiring of home or overtravel

sensors/switches

• Uses same cables as MP-Series servo motors

• Electrical/electronics protected to IP66 environmental rating

• Auto (Cat. Selection) configurations set to speed and force operating boundaries

• Limits established for protecting lifetime integrity of mechanics

MP-Series


Ready for Commissioning & Application Development

• Faster machine development and reduced project expenses • An integrated solution from mechanical design, controls engineering, thru

to application software development and machine diagnosticsPower Transmission

& GuidanceControl Communication Power

n High speed n Simplicity n Micron range typical n Sanitary/Cleanroom

n High accel n Reliability n Vacuum prepn Broad speed range n Unlimited travel

n Fast settling

n Tuning for widely varying loads

nHigh force due to mechanical advantage

n Multiple mechanical - moving parts

n May require precision ballscrew

n Moderate initial purchase cost

n Suited to widely varying loads

n

Low life in many demanding applications e.g. 24/7/365

nInherent issues with backlash & hysteresis

n Life cycle cost can be higher

n Motion not as smooth

n Settling time

n High speed n Multiple mechanical - moving parts

nInherent issues with backlash & hysteresis

nn Low initial

purchase cost

n High accel n

n Motion not smooth

n Poor settling & stiffness

Legend: n equals major advantage n equals disadvantage n equals major disadvantage

nSpecialty motors available (e.g. washdown rated)

High initial linear motor based stage/actuator purchase cost

In some applications, issues exist with mechanical particles & lubrication

Low life in many demanding applications e.g. 24/7/365

In some applications, issues exist with mechanical particles & lubrication

nLife cycle cost can be much higher

n

AccuracyAlternative Solutions

n Can achieve sub micron range

Performance Mechanical

nn

Open motor construction not suited to wet / corrosive env.

Life cycle cost can be much lower

n

n

Vertical apps issues

1 µm = 0.000039 in 1 thou = 25.4 µm

Environmental Considerations Cost comparison

Key Characteristics

Linear Motor

Rotary Motor &Ballscrew

Rotary Motor &Belt

Logix Network Drives Motors & Actuators

Providing a Solution Accountability Confidence

Software & Diagnostics

RSLogix 5000




2. Applications




– Safe off– Use Kinetix™/Logix™ “Safe Limited Speed” and access the machine safely for easier setups, threading operations, etc.

Why Specify MP-Series / TL-Series Electric Cylinders?

• Increased Machine Flexibility– Programmable extend/retract:

(not easily accomplished with fluid power cylinders)

A pneumatic cylinder: fixed length extend retract

Opportunities for Innovation

• Advanced: higher levels of functionality with Integrated Architecture

– Synchronized extend/retract with other axes & sequences i.e. camming– Easier to establish safe, deterministic machine motion and sequences

– Positioning: with repeatability, more precise than traditional rod cylinder technology

– Thrust Forces: speed and thrust can be controlled

throughout a move for smoother motion– Soft touch stops



• Machine simplification examples– Alternative mechanics (i.e. crank mechanisms)– Single electric cylinder vs two or more fixed

stroke length pneumatic cylinders– Lower cost assemblies, higher mean time

between failures– Potential for simple, fast recovery routines with

absolute positioning – Simple, cost alternative for cartesian robots

Multiple fixed stroke length pneumatic cylindersSimple X-Z cartesian systems Multi-process heads

Servomotor gearbox, crank, rod extender

Opportunities for Innovation


• Energy efficient alternative to fluid power actuators

– Compressed Air is the most expensive energy medium in a production facility.– About 88% of the TCO for pneumatics is not

in the purchase price but in the operation and maintenance

– Air leaks are often considered harmless and not taken seriously

– Reduce cost and maintenance through elimination of air compressors, filters and plumbing

• Clean, quiet, efficient operation



• Machines & Applications– Electronics, automotive,

medical and life sciences, food & beverage, woodworking

– Fabricating, assembly & test, material handling, converting, packaging

Applications for TL-Series &MP-Series Electric Cylinders

• Application Examples

Flexible Positioning / Controlled force: • Push, pull, eject, clamp, divert, open, close, tilt, pivot, lower, insert, remove, etc. • Parts, tools, gates, guards, guides, valves, dampers, tables, cameras, probes, applicators, etc• Set-up axes especially where higher thrust or higher precision setting are required• Adjustable mechanical stops, back gages, set works positioning• Single and multi-axis point to point

Push and hold up to 2000N (450lb.s)

Positioning: • Up to 0.8m• Up to 1m/sec


• Edge guides: paper, print, textile• Roll positioning

• Component assembly/pressing/parts clamping• Flexible Force or Speed: Press, insert, lift,

• Dispensing• Valve timing• Metering

• More Examples

• Nozzle insertion, liquid dispensing

• Parts transfers, pick & place• Coordinated Motion

• Flexible Control (unlike Fluid Power Cylinders)– Thrust forces can be controlled– Motion profiles can be customized– Movements can have smooth start up and soft stops

Applications for TL-Series & MP-Series Electric Cylinders


Electric Cylinder – Example Application Detail

Application: Volumetric filling

• Help to ensure stated volume and less overfill (less cost)

• Beverage, food and dairy, medical and cosmetics• Cream, yogurt, custard, jelly, soup, pate, margarine, mousse, beverages, medicines, cosmetics, etc.

• Insert and retract a nozzle faster as volume rises into the neck• Allows accurate volumes to be dispensed without splash, bubble or aeration


Application: Electronic Product Packaging• Picks & places package caps• Seals the caps.

Aligning tiles for packing

Electric Cylinder – Example Application Detail


Mechanical Design: Mounting and Rod Attachments

For applications requiring relief from side loading:

• Mounting– Fixed base or flange– Pivoting with trunnion,

rod clevis mounting

• Rod end attachments including rod eyes, rod clevis, coupling plates, self aligning couplers, etc.


Investigating Application Requirements

7. Preferred method of mounting and rod end load attachment

IMPORTANT:Loads MUST BE separately guided and supported




2. Applications




CAE Tools: Sizing and Selection

• Motion Analyzer version 4.7• Optimizing Mechanical Design

– Easily align actuator mechanical and electrical requirements with your goals for the application and machine performance

• Size and ratings• Cost• System voltage and choice of control

– Design with confidence• Built-in formulas for helping obtain reliable

mechanics– Determines feed force (both rms & mean)

requirements and matching set of actuators• Side loading analysis for rod

– Determine when the application exceeds guidelines & a rod guide is necessary

• Presents a range of choices and matching electrical components

• A tool for all your motion control needs

Free and available 24/7 as a download from www.ab.com/motion


Use Motion Analyzer to get product life estimates based on your application parameters and industry standard formulas for L10 ballscrew rating

Specify Electric Cylinders with Confidence

An estimation of the expected lifetime is under ideal operating conditions. Actual lifetime depends on operating conditions such as temperature, dust, feed, acceleration rates, speed, no. of changes in direction of rotation, etc. Similar to fluid power actuators, electric cylinders are designed for axial operating force and counter measures for any radial loading are recommended and always necessary for longer mechanical life.


Motion Analyzer:a versatile tool for machine design


Electronic Documents and CAD Tools Available

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Note: Nm torque values shown are converted from tested lb-in data.

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Fcont 115V

SPEED mm/sec

Fpeak 115V

SPEED mm/sec

FORCE (Open)

FORCE (Open)Fcont 230V

Fpeak 230V

DOCUMENT NUMBER

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MPAS-A6xxxB-ALMO2C Performance with 2094-AM01 at 230 VAC 3 phase Converter Input and with 2093-AM01 at 115 VAC 1 phase input,

40C Actuator Ambient(See note for continuous performance)

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Calculated Performance Chart

Stage without cover

Engineering Documentation for Electric Cylinders

ESM (Engineering Specification – Mechanical) Provides dimensions and mounting information

ESE (Engineering Specification – Electrical) Provides performance and electrical information

Available on the Rockwell Automation website in May ‘09

Solid model Files


Easier Application Development with Integrated Architecture Hardware & Software

More Time For Machine Innovations & Faster Time To Market

• Integrate directly with your Rockwell Automation PAC/PLC System– No separate actuator control

hardware/software to integrate with the system

• A Familiar Set of Motion Software Tools– An RSLogix™ 5000 or Ultraware motion

skill set – Same tuning & troubleshooting tools– Coordinated moves, CAM tool set– Faster development with pre-built, pre-

tested application and HMI code• Motion Profile Indexer, Add-on

Instructions (AOI): • HMI Status & Set-up templates


Electric Cylinders: Range of Rockwell Automation Motion System Compatibility


Architecture Choices:TL-Series & MP-Series Electric Cylinders

Integration Continuum

Connected Components Compact Machine Solutions

Advanced Machine Solutions

Low High

Components & Intelligent Motor Control

Integrated Architecture

EEtthheerrNNeett//IIPP

K2K, K6K, Ultra3000Ultra 1500, K300 (future) Ultra3000-DN, K300 E/IP (future) K2K, K6k, Ultra3000


Faster and Easier Commissioning with Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture

• TL-Series and MP-Series Electric Cylinders – Mechanical and electrical setup

parameters configured via catalog number selection

– Auto configures an operating envelope for the actuator

• Overload for the ball screw / nut• Peak force, max speed limits

– Protection for the actuator is provided

Individual MPAR Cylinder Numbers Shown On The

Product Label On The End of Each Stage

MPAR-B1100E-V2A

A Single Programming Tool and Application Environment: RSLogix 5000


Faster and Easier Application Set-up withRockwell Automation Integrated Architecture

• Configuring HomingRSLogix5000 v16 (or higher)

• actuator homes to hard-stop at the end of travel

Drive must see this torque level for 500ms to recognize it has encountered the home hardstop




2. Applications




Status of Electric Cylinders Availability

• Available for purchase: May 2009• CAD files and pricing: Available TODAY • Motion Analyzer 4.7 July ‘09• Typical Lead Times (working days)

– Smaller frame, Size 32 and 40, stroke lengths<400mm: 6-7 days

– Stroke lengths >400mm: 12-13 days– Larger size 63 actuators as well as any size

actuator with an option for holding brakes: 20 days

Availability: 4th Quarter of 2009Servos mounted in parallel

Availability: May ’09 Servos mounted inline


How to receive more info on Electric Cylinders

• Information available on www.ab.com – Part # selection, pricing, CAD files, copy of Motion Analyzer, etc.

– The above link will be active starting June 1, 2009


Summary – things to consider

• What machine functions might benefit from achieving more precise controlled linear motion?

• Any advantages for performance or flexibility with an electronic digitally controlled cylinder?

• Would an electric cylinder with closed loop, absolute positioning: – help simplify any mechanical functionality? – improve recover times from power outages? – minimize chances of process variables affecting quality

or downtime? • Would an additional axis with safe off or safe

limited speed functionality enhance the machine’s salability?

• Would a reduction in compressed air usage be helpful for savings or demonstrating a better return on investment for the machine?

A pneumatic cylinder: fixed length extend retract


• Wide range of features− Precision ballscrews − Stroke lengths up to 800mm− High resolution multi-turn absolute encoders− 230V AC and 460V AC versions with optional holding brakes − Field replaceable mechanics

• Approvals− MP-Series, motors UL, c-UL Recognized, CE marked− TL-Series, motors CE marked

• Allen-Bradley quality and support− Globally supported and built to order in USA (no more than 15 business day

lead-time)− Fully supported by Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture− Uses Allen-Bradley Bulletin 2090 motor power and feedback cables

MP-Series & TL-Series Electric Cylinders Summary

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Electric CylinderApplications

Flexible, controlled

linear motion