End cap installation (tape scales), End cap installation, End cap installation for tape scales – MicroE PurePrecision User Manual
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End Cap Installation for Tape Scales
Optional
1.
Epoxy Setup
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Mix the two-part epoxy and place it in a
syringe or on the end of a stick. Do not
use a cotton swab to apply the epoxy.
•
Put epoxy on the end of the scale. Make
sure that the epoxy touches both the
mounting surface and the scale across
the width of the scale.
Only apply epoxy at the
ends of the tape scale. Do
not get any epoxy on the
tape scale in the
measuring area.
•
Perform Step 2, immediately while the
epoxy is still in a liquid state.
2.
Installing the End Caps on the
Mounting Surface
•
Remove the adhesive liner from end cap.
•
Place the end cap on the top of the scale and
epoxy so that the end of the scale is in the
middle of the end cap.
•
Press down lightly to ensure adhesion and
let cure for 24 hours.