MicroE PurePrecision - Manual (Page 21)

4.
Preparing the tape scale for the applicator tool
PurePrecision Tape Scales have 3 layers, blue protective film, steel scale, and adhesive backing. The top two
layers fit under the dowel pin, while the bottom adhesive backing fits into the backing slot as shown below.
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Tape Scale, OPS Top Mount Configuration
Installation by Hand Grip Applicator Tool
Entry slot for tape scale with blue
protective film (under dowel pin)
Entry slot for adhesive
backing
Exit slot for adhesive
backing
Determine the “correct” end of the tape scale to insert
into the applicator tool entry slot. The correct end is
determined by the direction of the orientation arrows on
both the tape scale blue protective film and the
applicator tool arrows. Both sets of arrows have to point
in the same direction.
There are different methods to prepare and insert the
tape scale and backing into the hand grip applicator tool
slots. One method is shown below.
From the “correct” end of the tape scale, peel and curl
back 50-75mm (2-3 inches) of the adhesive liner as
shown. Take care not to touch the adhesive on the
bottom of the tape scale or allow any particle
contamination.
“Correct” tape scale end. All orientation
arrows point in the same direction.
NOTE:
Do not peel the blue protective film off
at this time.
Peel and curl back 50-75mm (2-3
inches) of the adhesive liner