Parker Trilogy: I-FORCE Ironless Linear Motor (310 Series)

Parker Trilogy’s I-Force ironless linear motors offer high forces and rapid accelerations in a compact package. With forces ranging from 5.5 lbf (24.5 N) - 197.5 lbf (878.6 N) continuous up to 5.5 lbf (24.5 N) - (883 lbf (3928 N) peak, the I-Force family offers a superior combination of performance and size.

The I-Force patented I-beam shape with its overlapping windings allows for a higher power density in a smaller motor, improved heat removal, and added structural stiffness. In addition, the ironless (or air core) linear motor design has no attractive force toward the magnets. This allows for easy installation and zero cogging during motion.

Ultra high-flex cables come standard with I-Force motors. In addition, we offer modular magnet tracks for unrestricted travel length. Incredibly smooth motion, high precision and high force density make the I-Force linear motors an ideal solution for your demanding positioning requirements.

Features:

• Ironless motor, patented, RE34674

• Cross-section: 3.40”H (86.4mm) x 1.35”W (34.3mm)

• Peak forces in two sizes to 263lbs (1170N), continuous forces to 58lbs (262N)

• Precision ground 3-piece track (310 model)

• Two lengths of modular magnet tracks allow unlimited length of travel

• Single-piece magnet tracks to 66” length

• Pre-aligned embedded digital HEDs, also available in separate cable from motor leads

• Internal air or liquid cooling available

• lnternal thermal cutout switch protects coil

Overlapping Windings:

• Increased force density

• Improved heat dissipation

• Lower temperature rise

• Smaller, less expensive motor

No attractive force toward the magnets:

• Easier/Safer assembly and handling, smoother travel (no cogging)

Uses thermally conductive epoxy together with the windings (Patented RE34674):

• Better heat dissipation

Vacuum encapsulation process:

• Allows motors to be used in high-vacuum environments (Rated at 10^-6 torr, currently used in 10^-7 torr applications)

Modular magnet track:

• Unrestricted travel length

Embedded overtemp thermostat or optional thermistor:

• Protects windings against overheating

Ultra high-flex cables:

• Longer cable life, good for millions of cycles

Features Cont.... :

Linear Motor Advantages

• High Speeds

• High Accelerations

• Fast Response – 100 times that of a mechanical system

• Stiffness – spring rate better than a mechanical system

• Zero Backlash – direct drive technology

• Maintenance Free Operation – mechanical simplicity due to reduced component count

• Long Travels Without Performance Loss

• Suitable for Vacuum and Extreme Environments

Applications

• Semiconductor and Electronics

• Flat Panel and Solar Panel Manufacturing

• Medical and Life Sciences

• Machine Tools

• Optics and Photonics

• Large Format Printing, Scanning and Digital Fabrication

• Packaging and Material Handling

• Automated Assembly

Parker has one of the broadest offerings in available linear motor technologies. From component or “kit” style motors, packaged positioning tables, to complete custom engineered systems, Parker can provide a solution for any linear motion requirement.

Component Motors

• Ironless Motors – ultra high performance and zero cogging

• Ironcore Motors – highest power per package size

• Slotless Motors – good linear force, smooth translation, low cost

Industrial Grade Positioners

• Pre-engineered, ready-to-run packages

• Drive / amplifier connectorization

• High dynamic velocity and accelerations

• High precision

Precision Grade Positioners

• Pre-engineered, ready to run packages

• Drive / amplifier connectorization

• Extremely high precision

• Miniature positioners available

Multi-axis Capability

• Standard transition brackets available

• Custom configurations

• Dowel pinning for superior orthogonality

• Cable Management

Custom Engineered Systems

• Let Parker’s extensive motion design experience, systematic project management process, and global infrastructure solve your most demanding motion problems.

• Collaborative development cycle aligns customer goals and rigorous performance specifications with a complete engineered solution.