MicroE PurePrecision - Manual (Page 9)

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Tape Scale, OPS Side/Top Mount Configurations
Installation By Hand
2.
Removing/peeling the bottom
adhesive liner.
PurePrecision Tape Scales have 3 layers,
blue protective film, steel scale, and
adhesive backing.
Remove/peel back approximately 25mm
(1 inch) of the bottom adhesive liner, taking
care not to touch the adhesive or allow any
particulate contamination.
NOTE:
Do not peel the blue protective
film off at this time.
Adhesive liner peeled off about
25mm (1 inch) from one end
D
LEFT RIGHT
1.
Scale direction/orientation
Orient the scale such that the "arrowheads" on the blue protective film are pointing towards the mounting
surface reference edge “D” as shown in the interface drawings for your sensor model.
Refer to the correct model number Interface Drawing for reference edge “D” dimensions and sensor
orientation. Download the latest Interface Drawing at www.microesys.com/products/documentation
D
= Mounting Surface Reference Edge
NOTE:
For best system performance, talc-free gloves or finger cots should be worn during all
steps of tape scale installation.
Thoroughly clean the scale mounting surface and reference edge using a cotton swab
or lint-free cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol or acetone. Remove all dust and
particles.