EJSG Series

Electric Actuator
Slider Type

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Read this Instruction Manual before using the product.
In particular, read the safety notes carefully.
Keep this Instruction Manual safe for use at any time.

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PREFACE
Thank you for purchasing CKD's "EJSG Series" electric actuator.
The EJSG series (slider type) are rod-less electric actuators designed for conveyance.
A wide guide integrated into the body provides high rigidity while allowing for compact
size.
This Instruction Manual describes basic matters related to the operation of this product
in order to fully demonstrate its performance. Please read this Instruction Manual
thoroughly and use the product properly.
Keep this Instruction Manual in a safe place and be careful not to lose it.
Product specifications and appearances presented in this Instruction Manual are
subject to change without notice.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
When designing and manufacturing any device incorporating the product, the
manufacturer has an obligation to ensure that the device is safe. To that end, make
sure that the safety of the machine mechanism of the device and the electric system
that controls such mechanism is ensured.
Ensure to observe organization’s standards, laws and regulations etc. for safety related
to design and management of the equipment.
In order to use our products safely, it is important to select, use, handle, and maintain
the products properly.
Observe the warnings and precautions described in this Instruction Manual to ensure
device safety.
Although various safety measures have been adopted in the product, customer's
improper handling may lead to an accident. Thoroughly read and understand this
Instruction Manual before using the product.
To explicitly indicate the severity and likelihood of a potential harm or damage,
precautions are classified into three categories: "DANGER", "WARNING", and
"CAUTION".

Indicates an imminent hazard. Improper handling will

DANGER cause death or serious injury to people.

Indicates a potential hazard. Improper handling may

WARNING cause death or serious injury to people.

Indicates a potential hazard. Improper handling may

CAUTION cause injury to people or damage to property.

Precautions classified as "CAUTION" may still lead to serious results depending on the
situation.
All precautions are equally important and must be observed.

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< Warning symbol type >
A general-purpose mark
A mark that prohibits touching
indicating prohibited (not
the equipment.
allowed) actions.
A general-purpose mark
A mark that prohibits the act of
indicating the danger such as
putting a finger.
electric shock and burn.
A mark indicating the danger
A general-purpose mark
that occurs when an automatic
indicating what you must do.
equipment is started.
A mark instructing you to
A mark instructing the
carefully read the Instruction
connection of the ground wire.
Manual.

In addition, the following icons indicate general precautions, usage tips, or technical
information or glossary.
⚫ Contains useful information such as general precautions, supplementary
information, and reference information.

⚫ Contains detailed information and tips on how to use it in a practical way.

⚫ Contains technical information and glossary that you should know when using
the function.

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Precautions on Product Use

DANGER
Do not use this product for the following applications.
 Medical equipment pertaining to sustainment and management of human
life and body
 Mechanism and mechanical device for transferring and transporting people
 Critical parts for securing safety in a mechanical device

WARNING
Never modify or implement additional processing to the product.
 Modification or additional processing may not only pose a risk of fire or
electric shock, but may not satisfy the specifications described in this
Instruction Manual.
Never handle the product, install or remove the equipment until safety
is confirmed.
 Check and maintain the machinery and equipment only after confirming
that all systems related to the product are safe. In addition, be careful not
to get an electric shock by turning off the power of the device or the power
of the corresponding equipment.
 Even after the operation is stopped, as there may be high-temperature
parts or charging parts, carefully handle the product, install or remove the
equipment.
The product must be handled by the person who has sufficient
knowledge and experience.
 This product is designed and manufactured as general industrial
machinery equipment and parts, so please handle with care.
Use the product within the specifications.
 It cannot be used outside of product-specific specifications.
 Since this product is used in general industrial machinery equipment and
parts, it is not applicable when used in the following conditions. If you
consult with our company and understand the specifications of our
company product, it will apply. However, even in such a case, take safety
measures to avoid danger in case of failure.
◎ Use under conditions and environments other than those specified,
and outdoor use.
◎ Use in equipment and applications that come into direct contact with
nuclear power, railways, aviation, ships, vehicles, medical equipment,
beverages and food.
◎ Use in applications requiring safety, such as recreational equipment,
emergency shut off circuits, press machines, brake circuits, and safety
measures.
◎ Use in applications that are expected to have a significant impact on
people and property and require special safety.

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CONTENTS
PREFACE .............................................................................................................. 2

SAFETY INFORMATION ....................................................................................... 3

Precautions on Product Use ..................................................................................................... 5

CONTENTS ............................................................................................................ 6

1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW .................................................................................... 7

System Structure ............................................................................................................... 7

Instruction Manuals Related to This Product ............................................................... 11

Part Name ......................................................................................................................... 12

Model Number Indication ................................................................................................ 13

2. INSTALLATION .............................................................................................. 18
Installation Environment ................................................................................................. 24
Unpacking ......................................................................................................................... 25

Installing ........................................................................................................................... 26

3. USAGE ........................................................................................................... 28
Confirmation method of the available controllers ........................................................ 29

4. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION .............................................................. 31

Periodic Inspection .......................................................................................................... 32

Precautions on Product Disposal .................................................................................. 41

5. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................... 42
Problems, Causes, and Solutions .................................................................................. 42

6. WARRANTY PROVISIONS ............................................................................ 46

Warranty Conditions ........................................................................................................ 46
Warranty Period ............................................................................................................... 46

7. Reference Information .................................................................................. 47

Specifications ................................................................................................................... 47

Index .................................................................................................................... 53

Glossary .............................................................................................................. 54

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1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
System Structure
⚫ Connect this product to an ECG-A or ECMG Series controller. It does not work
when connected to other controllers such as ECG-B and ECR Series
controllers.

System structure
◼ ECG-A Series
Supplied by the customer
Surge protector
Controller ECG-A series PLC

Ferrite core
Ferrite core
I/O cable
PC
Ferrite core
For power supply
Noise filter
USB cable (mini-B)
DC power supply
PC setting software (free)
Download from our company website.
(URL:https://www.ckd.co.jp)

Ferrite core Ferrite core

Motor cable Encoder cable

Connectable actuators

EJSG series

* The above diagram is a configuration diagram for the parallel I/O design. For other interface specifications,
refer to the instruction manual for each interface specification.

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Of the items in the system configuration, the following can be purchased from us.

Component Product name/Model no.

This product Actuator EJSG Series

EA-CBLM4-□□□(Standard・FP1・C Series)
Motor cable
EA-CBLM5-□□□(P4・G Series)
Accessories
EA-CBLE4-□□□(Standard・FP1・C Series)
Encoder cable
EA-CBLE5-□□□(P4・G Series)

Controller ECG-A series

Power supply connector DFMC1,5/3-STF-3,5(PHOENIX CONTACT)

Sold separately I/O cable EA-CBLNP2-□□

24 VDC power supply EA-PWR-KHNA240F-24

Noise filter AX-NSF-NF2015A-OD

Provided for free PC setting software S-Tools

⚫ A “ferrite core” is a magnetic material that uses a ferrite material. It is used to

attenuate high frequency noise.
⚫ A “surge protector” is a device that protects equipment and communication
equipment from transient abnormal high voltages such as lightning.
⚫ A “noise filter” is an electrical or electronic circuit for removing noise and a
device that contains it.

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◼ ECMG Series

Connectable actuators

EJSG series

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Of the items in the system configuration, the following can be purchased from us.

Component Product name/Model no.

This product Actuator EJSG Series Note 1

EA-CBLM4-□□□(Standard・FP1・C Series)
Motor cable
EA-CBLM5-□□□(P4・G Series)
Accessories
EA-CBLE4-□□□(Standard・FP1・C Series)
Encoder cable
EA-CBLE5-□□□(P4・G Series)

Communication unit ECMG-C series

Drive unit ECMG-D series

End unit ECMG-P series

1 port: MSTB 2,5/5-STF-5,08 ABGYAU

Sold separately Communication connector (PHOENIX CONTACT)
(CC-Link) 2 ports: TFKC2,5/5-STF-5,08AU
(PHOENIX CONTACT)

24 VDC power supply EA-PWR-KHNA240F-24

Noise filter AX-NSF-NF2015A-OD

Provided for free PC setting software S-Tools

Note 1: Actuators shipped before February 2023 cannot be connected to and used with the ECMG Series. Refer to
"3.1Confirmation method of the available controllers" for details.

⚫ A “ferrite core” is a magnetic material that uses a ferrite material. It is used to

attenuate high frequency noise.
⚫ A “surge protector” is a device that protects equipment and communication
equipment from transient abnormal high voltages such as lightning.
⚫ A “noise filter” is an electrical or electronic circuit for removing noise and a
device that contains it.

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 Instruction Manuals Related to
This Product
This Instruction Manual is “SM-A70436-A”.
The instruction manuals related to this product are as follows.

Controller for Electric Actuators Electric Actuator

SM-A27751 SM-A70436-A (This Instruction Manual)

ECG Series EJSG series
Parallel I/O specifications

SM-A27752
ECG Series
CC-Link specifications

SM-A40831
ECG Series
IO-Link specifications

SM-A40832
ECG Series
EtherCAT specifications

SM-A40833
ECG Series
EtherNet/IP specifications

SM-A62471
ECMG Series
System edition Setting Software

SM-A11147
SM-A62474
S-Tools
ECMG Series
Drive unit edition

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 Part Name
EJSG series

Steel belt Connection

Non-motor Motor side
side Slider plate Motor unit

Slider body

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 Model Number Indication
EJSG series
EJSG - 04 E 06 0300 N B N- V C S03 - P4

Body size Screw lead Brake Fitting Working environment

option
Body 06 ６ mm N None Blank None
04 width 44 Blank Standard
mm 12 12 mm B Yes V Yes
Compatible with
rechargeable
P4 battery
Motor mounting direction Encoder manufacturing
processes
E Straight mounting Battery-less absolute
B encoder Compatible with
R Right mounting FP1 food manufacturing
Incremental processes
C encoder
D Bottom mounting
Low dust
C specification
L Left mounting
Dust-proof
G specification

Stroke length Motor cable/Encoder cable※1

0050 N00 None

50 mm to 800 mm
～ Fixed cable Movable
(in increments of 50 mm) S01 R01
0800 1m cable 1 m
Fixed cable Movable
S03 R03
3m cable 3 m
Fixed cable Movable
S05 R05
5m cable 5 m
Fixed cable Movable
S10 R10
10 m cable 10 m

* If you select other than “N00” for “Motor cable/Encoder cable,” the motor cable and encoder cable are
included as accessories. For the dimensions of motor cables, refer to “1.4.2 Motor cable (fixed/movable),”
and for the dimensions of encoder cables, refer to “1.4.3 Encoder cable (fixed/movable).”

⚫ When "Blank: Standard" or "FP1: Compatible with food manufacturing

processes" is selected for the "Working environment option", "V: Yes" cannot
be selected for the "Fitting".
⚫ When "C: Low dust specification" or "G: Dust-proof specification" is selected
for the "Working environment option", "Blank: None" cannot be selected for
the "Fitting".
⚫ When "D: Bottom mounting" is selected for the "Motor mounting direction", the
minimum value of the "Stroke" is 250 mm (represented as 0250 in the model
number).
⚫ When "L: Left mounting" is selected for the "Motor mounting direction" and "V:
Yes" is selected for the "Fitting", the minimum value of the "Stroke" is 100 mm
(represented as 0100 in the model number).

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EJSG - 05 E 05 0300 N B N- V C S03 - P4

Body size Screw lead Brake Fitting Working environment

option
Body 05 5 mm N None Blank None
05 width 54 Blank Standard
mm 10 10 mm B Yes V Yes
Compatible with
20 20 mm rechargeable
P4 battery
manufacturing
processes
Motor mounting direction Encoder
Compatible with
E Straight mounting Battery-less absolute FP1 food manufacturing
B encoder processes
R Right mounting
Incremental Low dust
C encoder C
D Bottom mounting specification

L Left mounting Dust-proof

G specification

Stroke length Motor cable/Encoder cable※1

0050 N00 None

50 mm to 800 mm
～ Fixed cable Movable
(in increments of 50 mm) S01 R01
0800 1m cable 1 m
Fixed cable Movable
S03 R03
3m cable 3 m
Fixed cable Movable
S05 R05
5m cable 5 m
Fixed cable Movable
S10 R10
10 m cable 10 m

* If you select other than “N00” for “Motor cable/Encoder cable,” the motor cable and encoder cable are
included as accessories. For the dimensions of motor cables, refer to “1.4.2 Motor cable (fixed/movable),”
and for the dimensions of encoder cables, refer to “1.4.3 Encoder cable (fixed/movable).”

⚫ When "Blank: Standard" or "FP1: Compatible with food manufacturing

processes" is selected for the "Working environment option", "V: Yes" cannot
be selected for the "Fitting".
⚫ When "C: Low dust specification" or "G: Dust-proof specification" is selected
for the "Working environment option", "Blank: None" cannot be selected for
the "Fitting".
⚫ When "D: Bottom mounting" is selected for the "Motor mounting direction", the
minimum value of the "Stroke" is 250 mm (represented as 0250 in the model
number).
⚫ When "L: Left mounting" is selected for the "Motor mounting direction" and "V:
Yes" is selected for the "Fitting", the minimum value of the "Stroke" is 100 mm
(represented as 0100 in the model number).

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EJSG - 08 E 05 0300 N B N- V C S03 - P4

Body size Screw lead Brake Fitting Working environment

option
Body 05 5 mm N None Blank None
08 Width Blank Standard
82 mm 10 10 mm B Yes V Yes
Compatible with
20 20 mm rechargeable
P4 battery
manufacturing
processes
Motor mounting direction Encoder
Compatible with
E Straight mounting Battery-less absolute FP1 food manufacturing
B encoder processes
R Right mounting
Incremental Low dust
C encoder C specification
D Bottom mounting

Left mounting Dust-proof

L G specification

Stroke length Motor cable/Encoder cable※1

0050 N00 None

50 mm to 1100 mm
to
(in increments of 50 mm) Fixed cable R01 Movable
1100 S01 1m cable 1 m
Fixed cable R03 Movable
S03 3m cable 3 m
Fixed cable R05 Movable
S05 5m cable 5 m
Fixed cable R10 Movable
S10 10 m cable 10 m

* If you select other than “N00” for “Motor cable/Encoder cable,” the motor cable and encoder cable are
included as accessories. For the dimensions of motor cables, refer to “1.4.2 Motor cable (fixed/movable),”
and for the dimensions of encoder cables, refer to “1.4.3 Encoder cable (fixed/movable).”

⚫ When "Blank: Standard" or "FP1: Compatible with food manufacturing

processes" is selected for the "Working environment option", "V: Yes" cannot
be selected for the "Fitting".
⚫ When "C: Low dust specification" or "G: Dust-proof specification" is selected
for the "Working environment option", "Blank: None" cannot be selected for
the "Fitting".
⚫ When "D: Bottom mounting" is selected for the "Motor mounting direction", the
minimum value of the "Stroke" is 250 mm (represented as 0250 in the model
number).

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 Motor cable (fixed/movable)
◼ Motor cable model number explanation

EA-CBLM 4 - S 01

Cable length
Cable specifications Cable type 01 1m

EJSG S Fixed cable 03 3m

4 EJSG-FP1
R Movable cable 05 5m
EJSG-C
10 10 m
EJSG-P4
5
EJSG-G

◼ Motor cable dimensions

・EA-CBLM4：For EJSG, EJSG-FP1, EJSG-C
Actuator side Controller side

Fixed : φ6.5

Movable: φ7.6

L (Cable length is according to the model number.)

・EA-CBLM5：For EJSG-P4, EJSG-G

Actuator side Controller side

Fixed：φ6.5
Movable：φ7.6

L (Cable length is according to the model number.)

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 Encoder cable (fixed/movable)
◼ Encoder cable model number explanation

EA-CBLE 4 - S 01

Cable length
Cable specifications Cable type 01 1m

EJSG S Fixed cable 03 3m

4 EJSG-FP1
R Movable cable 05 5m
EJSG-C
10 10 m
EJSG-P4
5
EJSG-G

◼ Encoder cable dimensions

・EA-CBLE4：For EJSG, EJSG-FP1, EJSG-C
Actuator side Controller side

Fixed : φ8.5
Movable : φ8.2

L (Cable length is according to the model number.)

・EA-CBLE5：For EJSG-P4, EJSG-G

Actuator side Controller side

Fixed：φ8.5
Movable：φ8.2

L (Cable length is according to the model number.)

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2. INSTALLATION

DANGER
Do not use the product in a place where dangerous substances such
as ignitable, inflammable, or explosive materials are present.
 A fire, ignition, or explosion may occur.
Do not work with wet hands.
 Doing so may cause electric shock.
Prevent water and oil from splashing onto the product.
 A fire, electric leakage, or failure may occur. Even oil drops and oil mists
are prohibited.
When connecting a PC, make sure that the frame ground of the
computer is not grounded.
 If a plus terminal of the product is grounded, connecting the product to a
PC and peripheral equipment with a USB cable may cause short-circuit in
the DC power supply.
When installing the product, fix the workpiece while surely holding the
product and the workpiece.
 An injury may occur if the product falls down, falls off, or malfunctions.
For the controller power supply (control power supply and motor
power supply) and the input/output circuit power supply, use a DC
stabilized power supply (24 VDC ± 10%) with sufficient capacity.
 If the product is directly connected to an AC power supply, a fire, burst or
damage may occur.
Install overcurrent protective equipment (such as a breaker for wiring
and a circuit protector) on the primary side of the power supply when
wiring in accordance with "JIS B 9960-1:2019 (IEC 60204-1:2016) Safety
of machinery—Electrical equipment of machines—Part 1: General
requirements".
Reference: Excerpt from JIS B 9960-1:2019 “7.2.1 General matters.”
Overcurrent protection shall be provided if the circuit current may exceed the rated value
of the component or the allowable current of the conductor, whichever is less. The details
of the selected rated value or setting value are specified in 7.2.10.

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 WARNING
Do not install the product to a combustible material.
 Installing it on combustible materials or near combustible materials may
cause a fire.
Do not place heavy objects on cables or pinch them.
 If the cable sheath is torn or excessive stress is applied, it may cause
poor continuity or deterioration of insulation.
Do not connect the communication connector used for the product to
other equipment.
 A malfunction or damage may occur.
Do not use or store in areas exposed to strong electromagnetic or
radiation.
 A malfunction or failure may occur
Because precision equipment is built in, do not lay it on its side or
subject it to vibration or impact during transportation.
 Component damage may occur.
Do not disassemble or modify products not specified in this
Instruction Manual.
 In addition to causing injuries, accidents, malfunctions, or failures, it may
not meet the specifications such as this Instruction Manual.

Provide a safety guard fence so as not to enter the operating area of

the actuator.

Insulate unused wires.

 A malfunction, failure, or electric shock may occur.

When restarting after emergency stop or irregular stop, make sure

that the actuator is safe to operate.

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 WARNING
Design a safety circuit or safety device to prevent damage to the
device or an accident resulting in injury or death if the machine stops
in the event of a system malfunction such as an emergency stop or
power failure.
Check the wiring of the product in this Instruction Manual or the
related instruction manual to ensure that there are no wiring errors or
loose connectors.
 There is a possibility of a malfunction or overcurrent flowing in.
Overcurrent may cause a malfunction, damage, or fire.
Make sure that the wiring is insulated.
 There is a possibility of a malfunction or overcurrent flowing in.
Overcurrent may cause a malfunction, damage, or fire.
Make sure that the wires do not contact other circuits and there is no
ground fault and insulation failure between terminals.
 There is a possibility of a malfunction or overcurrent flowing in.
Overcurrent may cause a malfunction, damage, or fire.
Make sure to install the emergency stop button in a location where
operation is easy.
 Make sure that the emergency stop button has a structure that cannot be
automatically reset, and that no one can reset it inadvertently.
 It may take several seconds to stop the actuator after the emergency
stop, depending on the speed and load when the actuator moves.
Consider the possibility of motor or power source failure.
 If a motor or power source failure occurs, take appropriate measures to
prevent personal injury or equipment failure.
When there is a need for resetting the actuator to the starting position,
design a safe control unit.
Install the product indoors and in a dry place.
 It may cause an electric leakage or a fire accident in a place exposed to
water or a place with high humidity (place with humidity of 80% or more,
or with condensation).
If the actuator is used for other than horizontal mounting, a braked
actuator shall be used.
 If it is not equipped with a brake, the moving parts may drop at the time of
servo OFF (including an emergency stop and alarm) or power OFF,
resulting in injury or damage to a workpiece.
Perform class D grounding (ground resistance: 100 Ω or less) for the
product.
 Electric leakage may cause a fire, electric shock or malfunction.

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 CAUTION
Do not use the product in an environment where a strong magnetic
field occurs.
 A malfunction may occur.
Do not perform a withstand voltage test or an insulation resistance
test in a device with the product installed.
 Due to the circuit design, the product may be damaged if a withstand
voltage test or an insulation resistance test is performed on the device
with the product installed. If a withstand voltage test or an insulation
resistance test is required as a device, remove the product before
performing it.
Do not store or use the product in a place exposed to ultraviolet rays
or in an atmosphere where corrosive gas or salt are present.
 It may cause performance deterioration and strength deterioration due to
rust.
Do not install the product in a place subjected to strong vibrations or
shocks.
 If the product is subjected to strong vibrations or shocks, a malfunction
may occur.
Do not use the product in a place where condensation occurs due to a
sudden change in the ambient temperature.
 It may cause a malfunction of the product or deteriorate of strength.
Connect only cables designed for the product.
 A failure of the product or unexpected accident may occur.
Do not carry or mount the product by holding the movable section or
the cable.
 An injury or cable disconnection may occur.
Do not bend the relay cable up to 200 mm from the end of the
connector.
 Poor continuity may occur.
Do not hold the controller case tightly.
Do not bend the fixed cable repeatedly.
 If repetitive bending is unavoidable, use a movable cable.
Do not apply a magnetic field with a magnetic flux density of 1 mT or
more to the actuator motor section.
 The actuator may be damaged or malfunction.
When performing electric welding to the equipment to which the
product is installed, remove all the frame ground connections of the
product.
 If electric welding is performed with the frame ground connected, the
product may be damaged due to welding current, excessive high voltage
during welding, or surge voltage.

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 CAUTION
When installing an external stopper or a holding mechanism (such as
a brake), arrange it so as not to affect the detection of the home
position.
 Unintended position may be recognized as the home position due to the
influence of external stopper or holding mechanism when returning to the
home position.
Install the wiring so that no induction noise is applied.
 Avoid using the product in a place where a large current or strong
magnetic field occurs.
 Do not use the same piping or wiring (with multi-core cables) as the power
line of a large motor other than the product.
 Do not pipe or wire the product in the same piping or wiring as the power
supplies and wires for inverters used in robots. Frame ground the power
supply and insert a filter into the output section.
Use a stabilized power supply (24 VDC ± 10%) as the power supply,
and select one with sufficient capacity for the number of installed
products.
 If the capacity is not sufficient, a malfunction may occur.
Use cables with a bending radius of 51 mm or more. In addition, fix the
fixed cable so as not to move easily.
 Since the bending radius cannot be applied to the bending of the
connector part, it is recommended to fix it near the connector.
Secure sufficient space for maintenance and inspection.
 Otherwise, maintenance and inspection cannot be performed, which may
cause equipment stop or damage, or injuries.
It is the responsibility of the customer to confirm compatibility of the
product with any system, machinery, or device used by the customer.
When holding the product, hold its bottom surface.
When transporting and installing the product, ensure the safety of the
workers by securely Supporting the product using a lift or supporting
gear and by assigning more than one worker.
Install the product in a way that it is not subjected to twisting or
bending force.
Before adjusting the gain, firmly fix the actuator body to the rigid
equipment.

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 CAUTION
When using positioning holes, make sure to use pins having the size
that does not require press-fitting.
 Press fitting pins may cause damage or distortion in the guide section,
resulting in reduced accuracy. The recommended tolerance of the pin is
JIS tolerance of 6 µm or less.
Separate the power for the output section of the product from the
power for inductive loads (such as a solenoid valve and a relay) that
generate surge currents.
 If the power is shared, a surge current will flow into the output section and
cause damage.
If the power cannot be separated, connect the surge absorption elements
in parallel directly to all the inductive loads.
When you use multiple actuators, leave a distance from around the
motor section in installing them.
 Distances more than those shown below should be provided from the
motor section in installing an actuator. If the space around the motor is
small, malfunction may occur.

40
40

40
30

40

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 Installation Environment
 Before storing or using the product, check the ambient temperature and atmosphere
specified in the product specifications.
 Use the product at an ambient temperature between 10°C and 40°C. Ventilate if heat
can become trapped.
 Use the product at an ambient humidity between 35% and 80% RH. Do not use the
product in a place where condensation occurs.
 Store in a place with an ambient temperature of -10 to 50°C and an ambient humidity
of 35 to 80% RH, and avoid condensation and freezing.
 Avoiding places exposed to direct sunlight or near heating elements, install in a place
free from dust, corrosive gas, explosive gas, flammable gas, and flammable
materials. Chemical resistance has not been considered for the product.
 Install the actuator on a smooth and flat surface.
 Installing the actuator on a smooth surface with dents may cause the actuator to
malfunction or be damaged.
 Install the controller so that the exhaust port faces up and down and the power
supply connector on the front panel faces down. Secure a space of 50 mm or more
on both the top and bottom surfaces in consideration of natural convection as a heat
dissipation space.
 Since the controller uses S-Tools, secure a space of 70 mm or more in front of the
controller so that the connector of the connection cable to the PC can be attached
and detached.

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 Unpacking

CAUTION
Heavy products shall not be carried by a worker alone.
Never ride on the packaging.
Do not place heavy items or items with concentrated loads that may
deform the packaging.
Do not apply excessive force to any part of the product.

Pay sufficient attention to avoid an impact such as dropping during

transportation and handling.

When taking out the product from the packaging, hold the product
body.
Keep it level when standing still.

Check that the model number ordered and the model number indicated on the product
are the same.
Check the exterior of the product for any damage.

Parts of the product

Parts of the product Quantity

Actuator 1

Motor cable 1

Encoder cable 1

* If “N00” is selected as the actuator model number at the time of purchase, a motor cable and an encoder
cable are not included. Purchase them as needed.
For the indication of model numbers of motor cables and encoder cables, refer to “1.4.2Motor cable
(fixed/movable)” or “1.4.3Encoder cable (fixed/movable).”

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 Installing
Precision processing finishing has been performed for the base and table mounting
surfaces so that this product will obtain highly accurate linear movement.
The flatness of the mounting surface of a system has been finished highly accurately
by grinding processing, so stable high accuracy can be obtained (Recommended
flatness: 0.05 mm/200 mm or less).
Do not put dents and scratches interfering with the flatness of a mounting surface.
For the length of a screw mounting the body and tightening torque, refer to the
following table.

(A) Mounting from top (A) Mounting from bottom

Item Tightening Tightening

Min. screw-in
Bolt torque Bolt torque
depth L (mm)
(N·m) (N·m)

EJSG-04 M3 × 0.5 0.63 M4 × 0.7 1.5 6

EJSG-05 M4 × 0.7 1.5 M5 × 0.8 3 7.5

EJSG-08 M5 × 0.8 3 M6 × 1 5.2 9

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 EJSG series

CAUTION
Do not allow excessive shock or moment to act on the slider.
 A malfunction or damage may occur.
The flatness of the workpiece mounting surface should be 0.05 mm or
less. Do not apply twisting or bending force to the product.
 An operation fault or damage may occur.

Objects transferred

CAUTION
For the slider type, the flatness of the workpiece attached to the slider
should be 0.02 mm/200 mm or less. Do not apply twisting or bending
force to the product.
 Damage may occur.

⚫ Use the transfer load, static allowable moment, and overhang amount within
the specification range of the product.
For details, refer to the "Selection guide" page in the catalog.

⚫ Overhang amount indicates the distance from the center of the top surface of
the slider to the center of gravity of the object transferred. In the catalog, the
amount of overhang that is allowed in the front-back, left-right, and up-down
directions is listed for each mass.

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3. USAGE

DANGER
Do not enter the operating range while the actuator can operate.
 An injury may occur.
Do not work with wet hands.
 Doing so may cause electric shock.

WARNING
Do not climb on the product or put things on it.
 A fall accident, injury due to the product falling down or off, etc., or
malfunction and runaway due to the product damage may occur.
Do not issue a command with a set value smaller than the positioning
repeatability.
 The positioning control may not be performed properly.
Do not apply a load greater than the allowable value to the product.
 Details of the allowable value are provided on the model selection page of
the catalog.
Do not touch the main unit with hands or body during operation or
immediately after stopping.
 There is a risk of contact with hot areas and burns.
Confirm the wiring with peripheral devices and that equipment is safe
to operate before supplying electricity to the product.
 If electricity is supplied inadvertently, an electric shock or injury may
occur.
Turn off the power immediately if the LED indicator on the controller
does not blink even when the power is turned ON.

Before controlling the actuator from a position where it cannot be

seen, check that it is safe for the actuator to operate.

When a power failure occurs, turn off the power to the controller.
 The product can suddenly start moving when the power is restored and it
can lead to an accident.
Before moving the movable section of the actuator manually, make
sure that the servo is turned off.
 When setting the servo OFF, operate with sufficient safety so that there is
no danger of the moving part falling.
Take measures to prevent damage to the human body and the device
in case of power failures.
 An unexpected accident may occur.

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 Confirmation method of the
available controllers
The available controllers depend on the actuator and serial number. Check to which
controller your actuator can be connected before connecting to the controller.

Actuator Serial number Controller

Before 3228-□□□ ECG Series

JSG series
ECG Series
3301-□□□ or later
ECMG Series

◼ Confirmation method of Serial number

The serial number on the nameplate attached to the actuator can be confirmed.

（Exanple）

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 CAUTION
When the controller and actuator are connected with a cable, do not
move the actuator moving part by external force except for manual
operation.
 A malfunction or damage may occur due to regenerative currents.
Do not apply external force to the actuator during the home position
return operation.
 The home position may be misrecognized.
Do not dent or scratch the moving part of the actuator.
 An operation fault may occur.
Do not turn off the servo while gravity or force of inertia is applied.
 The movable section may continue to move or fall off if the servo is turned
off. For safety reasons, perform the servo OFF operation in a balanced
state, or be careful not to drop the workpiece by its own weight in the case
of vertical installation.
Do not issue the stop command during acceleration or deceleration.
 There is a risk of danger due to speed change.
Do not turn the power on and off frequently.
 Elements in the controller may become damaged.
Do not hit the piston rod or table against the mechanical stopper, etc.,
except when returning to the home position or when using as
clamping.
 The feed screw may become damaged due to impacts and failure may
occur.

Do not insert fingers or an object into the opening of the product.

 An injury or product damage may occur.

To prevent vibration from occurring by adjusting speed or gain when

an operation accompanying vibration is performed.
 Depending on the conditions of use, it may operate with vibration even
within the operation speed range.
When changing the combination of the actuator and controller, be
sure to check the program and parameters before operating them.
 An accident may occur.
Use the actuator so that no impact is applied to the movable part.
Since the product life varies depending on the transfer load, etc., set it
with sufficient margin.

⚫ “Regenerative current” is the current that is generated by the motor operating

like a generator when the movable part of the actuator is moved by an external
force. Reverse current flows from the motor to the controller, causing
malfunction or damage.

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4. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

WARNING
Do not disassemble or modify products not specified in this
Instruction Manual.
 In addition to causing injuries, accidents, malfunctions, or failures, it may
not meet the specifications such as this Instruction Manual.
Do not attach or detach wiring or connectors while the power is turned
on.
 A malfunction, failure, or electric shock may occur.
Do not work with wet hands.
 Doing so may cause electric shock.
Do not touch the heat sink and cement resistor inside the controller,
and the actuator motor.
 Doing so may cause electric shock or burns.

Install the product before wiring.

 An electric shock may occur.

After 5 minutes or more have passed since the power was turned off,
check the voltage with a tester, etc., and then perform the inspection.
 An electric shock may occur.

CAUTION
During maintenance, inspection, and repair, call attention to the
surroundings so that a third party does not accidentally turn on the
power.
Turn off the power immediately if abnormal heat, smoke, odor, sound,
or vibration occurs in the product.
 Damage to the product or fire may occur.
Wiring and inspections must be performed by specialists.
Use a power cable that can sufficiently tolerate the instantaneous
maximum current.
 A heat generation or damage may occur during operation.
Perform periodic inspections (two to three times a year) to confirm
that the product operates properly.
Turn off the power immediately if abnormal heat, smoke, odor, sound,
or vibration occurs in the product.
 Damage to the product or fire may occur.
Grease the product every 100 km.
 Since the greasing interval depends on the conditions of use, consider the
appropriate interval when performing initial inspection.
Wear protective glasses when greasing.
 If spattered grease comes in contact with the eyes, it can cause
inflammation.

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 Periodic Inspection

CAUTION
Perform periodic inspections (two to three times a year) to confirm
that the product operates properly.

Inspection item
Inspection
Inspection item Action
method

Check that the mounting

bolts on the product and Looseness Turn off the power, and then additionally tighten them
the screws on the terminal check with the specified torque.
block are not loose.

Check that connectors are Looseness Turn off the power, and then insert the connectors
not loose. check correctly.

Check that there are no

Visual
scratches and cracks on Turn off the power and then replace cables.
inspection
the cables.

Turn off the power, and then perform cleaning. Note 1

Check that foreign matters
After cleaning, apply grease.
are not accumulating or Visual
are not stuck in between inspection As a rule of thumb, the frequency should be once every
the movable section. three months or per a running distance of 100 km. Note
2, Note 3

Check that there are no

Visual Turn off the power, and then replace the timing belt.
scratches, cracks, and
inspection Note 4
tears on the timing belt.

Check that there are no

vibrations or abnormal Noise If there is any abnormality, contact your nearest CKD
sounds while the product inspection sales office or distributor.
is stopped or operated.

Check the power system and use the product within the
Check that the power Inspection power supply voltage range described in the
supply voltage is normal. by a tester Specifications.
Supply voltage: 24 VDC ±10%
Note 1: Use a clean waste cloth for cleaning and make sure not to leave foreign matters on the movable section.
Note 2: For how to apply grease, refer to 4.1.3 Lubrication procedure.
Note 3: Apply grease earlier than recommended to low-lead products to use the actuator more safely.
Note 4: For the procedures for replacing and adjusting the timing belt, refer to 4.1.5 Replacement and adjustment
procedures for the timing belt.

⚫ Greasing is to apply grease to bearings, etc., to reduce friction and smooth

mechanical operation. Because the performance cannot be demonstrated
due to deterioration of grease or adhesion of foreign material, periodic
maintenance is required.

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 Application of grease
◼ Grease
Model Maker Actuator

EJSG Standard series

AC-D Kyodo-Yushi Co., Ltd.
EJSG-G series

L700 THK Co., Ltd. EJSG-FP series

AFF THK Co., Ltd. EJSG-C series

* Contact CKD for the grease for the EJSG-P4 series.

◼ Nozzle tip shape

For the recommended tip shape of a nozzle used for grease application, refer to the
following figure.

Model Maker

HSP-3 Yamada Corporation Co., Ltd.

⚫ The grease nozzle for EBS/EBR series cannot be used.

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 Lubrication procedure
The lubrication procedure for the EJSG series is as follows:

1. Wipe off grease and dirt.

Wipe off old grease and dirt with a clean waste cloth. Use caution to prevent
foreign matter from remaining in the moving parts.

2. Inject grease.
While moving the slider slowly, inject grease from the greasing port on the side of
the slider. Grease is applied to the guide section and the ball screw part.

Greasing port

3. Perform a break-in operation.

Perform a break-in operation to allow grease to settle in between the parts.

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 Replacement and adjustment procedures
for the steel belt
The procedures for replacing and adjusting the steel belt in the EJSG series are as
follows:

1. Remove the resin cover.

Loosen the four bolts on the slider section with a hex key for M3 (across flats: 2
mm) and then remove the resin cover.
Resin cover

2. Remove the steel belt.

Remove the two bolts on each end of the steel belt with a hex key for M3 (across
flats: 2 mm) and also the two holding brackets and then remove the steel belt.
Steel belt Holding
bracket

3. Move the slider to the non-motor side.

Clean the installation surface of the steel belt, confirm that there is no damage on
the installation surface, and then move the slider to the stroke end of the non-
motor side.

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4. Replace the steel belt.
Place a new steel belt and temporarily fasten the holding brackets and
bolts removed in Step 2. Temporarily tighten the bolts to the extent that
the steel belt can slide.

5. Secure the steel belt.

Align the steel belt with the shaft center and tighten the two bolts on the non-motor
side with the specified tightening torque (0.4 N·m). Next, while keeping the steel
belt along the slider, tighten the two bolts on the motor side with the specified
tightening torque (0.4 N·m).

6. Attach the resin cover.

Attach the resin cover and then tighten the bolts on the slider section with the
specified tightening torque (0.4 N·m).

7. Make sure that the steel belt is fully seated.

Move the slider back and forth to make sure that the steel belt is fully seated.

⚫ Be careful not to lose the removed parts such as bolts because they will be
required again for assembly.
⚫ The steel belt deforms easily, so be careful for handling.

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 Replacement and adjustment procedures
for the timing belt
This section describes the procedures for replacing and adjusting the timing belt when
the motor mounting direction is "R: Right mounting," "D: Bottom mounting," or "L: Left
mounting."

⚫ Be careful not to lose the removed parts such as bolts because they will be
required again for assembly.
⚫ Replacing the timing belt misaligns the origin position. Be sure to adjust the
origin position before operation.

◼ Removing the belt cover

Bolt Tool

Hexagon socket head bolt (M3 x 30L) x 4

Hex key for M3 (across flats: 2.5 mm)
pieces

1. Remove the belt cover.

Remove four bolts with the hex key and remove the belt cover.

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◼ Replacing the timing belt
Bolt Tool Actuator

Hexagon socket head bolt (M3 x Hex key for M3 EJSG-04R/D/L

16L) x 4 pieces (across flats: 2.5 mm) EJSG-05R/D/L

Hexagon socket head bolt (M4 x

Hex key for M4 (across flats: 3 mm) EJSG-08R/D/L
18L) x 4 pieces

Timing belt model number Motor mounting direction of Supported actuators

EJSG-04R-BELT EJSG-04R/D/L

EJSG-05R-BELT EJSG-05R/D/L

EJSG-08R-BELT EJSG-08R/D/L

1. Loosen the fixed parts of the motor unit.

Slightly loosen the four bolts with a hex key. Loosen them to the extent that the
motor unit can slide without rattling.

2. Remove the timing belt from the pulleys.

Slide the motor unit toward the body side, and remove the timing belt from the
pulleys.

3. Replace the timing belt.

Replace the timing belt with a new one and attach it to the pulleys.

4. Align the position of the pulleys.

Apply tension to the timing belt and adjust it so that the marks on the pulleys are
aligned and facing the motor side.

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◼ Adjusting the tension on the timing belt
Bolt Tool Actuator

Hexagon socket head bolt (M3 x Hex key for M3 EJSG-04R/D/L

16L) x 4 pieces (across flats: 2.5 mm) EJSG-05R/D/L

Hexagon socket head bolt (M4 x

Hex key for M4 (across flats: 3 mm) EJSG-08R/D/L
18L) x 4 pieces

1. Put a cable tie or a cord around the base of the

motor section.
Put a cable tie or a cord around the base of the motor section so that the tension
of the timing belt can be easily adjusted.

2. Pull the cable tie or cord and tighten bolts.

While pulling the cable tie or cord with the specified force (common in all models:
40 N) to adjust the tension of the timing belt, tighten the four bolts with the
specified tightening torque (EBS/EBR-04 or EBS/EBR-05: 0.3 N·m, EBS/EBR-08:
0.7 N·m).

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◼ Attaching the belt cover
Bolt Tool

Hexagon socket head bolt (M3 x 30L) x 4

Hex key for M3 (across flats: 2.5 mm)
pieces

1. Attach the belt cover.

Tighten four bolts with the specified tightening torque (0.3 N·m) and attach the belt
cover.

◼ Adjusting the origin

1. Perform home position adjustment.

Adjust the origin from the S-Tools operation panel. Refer to Adjustment 2 in the
instruction manual (SM-A11147) for details.

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Precautions on Product Disposal

CAUTION
When disposing of the product, comply with “laws pertaining to
disposal of wastes and cleaning” and have an industrial waste
disposal company dispose of the product.

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5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems, Causes, and Solutions
If the product does not operate as intended, check according to the table below.
Refer to the catalog or the instruction manual of each controller for details on how to
take action. Refer to “1.2 Instruction Manuals Related to This Product” for the
instruction manual numbers of controllers.

Problem Cause Action

Wiring is not correct. Check the power supply wiring.

Check for cable sheath damage and

The light on the The cable is disconnected. disconnection. Check the connector and
body does not terminal.
light up even It requires repair.
when the power The product is failure or
supply is turned damaged. Contact your nearest CKD sales office or
ON. distributor.

The power supply is faulty. Repair or replace the power supply.

Power capacity is insufficient. Use a power supply with large capacity.

Alarm has been issued. Check the alarm code and remove the cause.
The alarm lamp
remains lit in red. There is an abnormality in
It requires repair.
system.

It is in emergency stop state. Release the emergency stop.

Ensure that a 24-V voltage is not applied to

A voltage is applied to the forced
the forced brake release signal during
No ready for brake release signal.
operation.
operation signal
is output. In servo OFF state Input the servo ON signal from the PLC.

The stop signal is OFF. Turn ON the stop signal.

Wiring is not correct. Check the wiring to the PLC.

The input signal from the host equipment may

Input signal is unstable. be chattering. Ensure the input signal is at
least 20 msec.

The transfer load may be too large.

It stops during operation.
Recheck the specifications.
Product does not The point data configuration is
operate as Check the point data configuration.
wrong.
intended with
PLC signal. Setting of operation mode is not Check the “operation mode” details for the
correct. parameters.

Wiring is not correct. Check the wiring.

Check the friction load during transport.

Friction load is too large. Confirm that it is not seizing with the
workpiece.

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 Problem Cause Action

It is colliding with the workpiece. Check the assembly and setting status.
Product does not
Recheck the environment conditions and the
operate as Internal resistance of product
conditions of use.
intended with has increased.
Check the usage period (operating distance).
PLC signal.
Actuator body is damaged. It requires repair.

Product itself Tighten the bolts.

Connection to actuator is loose.
vibrates. Perform gain adjustment.

It is in TOOL mode. Use S-Tools to change it to PLC mode.

Wiring is not correct. Check the wiring.

Check for cable sheath damage and

Product cannot The cable is disconnected. disconnection. Check the connector and
be operated with terminal.
PLC.
Check the transport load.
Overload error occurs.
Check the speed.

Confirm that the power capacity satisfies the

Power capacity is insufficient.
required voltage and current.

Designed to be
Use a type with brake.
Servo turns off at emergency brakeless
stop. Brake is forcibly Turn off the forced
Workpiece moves released. release of the brake.
due to its own
weight during an Confirm that an external force equal to or
emergency stop. higher than the holding force is not being
Load exceeding holding force is operated.
applied.
Review the setting of the parameter “Fixed
current when stopped”.

Positioning
completion The positioning width is too Check the “positioning width” in the point
output does not large for the travel distance. data.
turn off.

Pressing
Operation method is not set to Check the “Operation method” in the point
operation cannot
pressing operation. data.
be performed.

The maximum Confirm that the workpiece weight and

speed is not The load or speed is excessive. operation speed satisfy specification values.
achieved. Perform gain adjustment.

Operation method is set to Check the “Operation method” in the point

The speed is very data.
pressing operation instead of
slow.
positioning operation. Perform gain adjustment.

The actuator is
making abnormal It is resonating. Perform gain adjustment.
sound.

Confirm that the workpiece weight and

operation speed satisfy specification values.
Overshoot Both transfer weight and amount
occurs. of deceleration are large. Reduce the "deceleration" in the point data.

Perform gain adjustment.

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 Problem Cause Action

Check the MPI and MPO connections on the

power connector.
The actuator does
The servo does not turn on. Check the emergency stop release status.
not work.
Check whether a voltage is applied to the
forced brake release.

Product cannot Check the “acceleration” in the point data.

Setting of acceleration or speed
reach target takt
is not correct. Check the “speed” in the point data.
time.
If you have any other questions or concerns, contact your nearest CKD sales office or
distributor.

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 Items to Check When a Problem Occurs
Item What to check

Check the light status on the controller.

Communication status SV ALM

When the control power is

Off
OFF

At the time of
Lit green Off
At normal servo ON
operation At the time of Blinking green (lit once per
servo OFF second)

At
occurrence
Controller of non- Blinking green Lit red
cancelable (After lighting off for 2
At alarm alarm seconds, light on once
occurrence every 1 second n times, and
At then repeat) -> Blinking red
occurrence Alarm 0xn □□□ occurred
of cancelable (lights on once
alarm per second)

At the time of
At Lit green Blinking red
servo ON
occurrence (lights on once
of warning At the time of Blinking green (lit once per per 2 seconds)
servo OFF second)

PLC Check whether there is an error on the PLC.

Alarm Use S-Tools to check the alarm information.

PLC
communication Use S-Tools to check the I/O status.

Cable Make sure that the cables are connected properly without “disconnection” or
connection “damaged sheath.”
check Before checking the continuity, be sure to turn off the power and remove the cables
to prevent an electric shock.

Control power Check the voltage of the control power supply (24 VDC).

Anti-noise Check that measures (such as connecting ground wire and attaching a surge
measure protector) have been taken against noise.

Situation Check the history leading up to the trouble occurring and the operation condition
check when the trouble occurred.

Serial number Check the product's serial No. It may be requested for confirmation when you make
an inquiry.

* Examine the cause of the trouble on the basis of the above items. Refer to “5.1 Problems, Causes, and
Solutions” for solutions.

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6. WARRANTY PROVISIONS
Warranty Conditions
◼ Warranty coverage
If the product specified herein fails for reasons attributable to CKD within the warranty
period specified below, CKD will promptly provide a replacement for the faulty product
or a part thereof or repair the faulty product at one of CKD’s facilities free of charge.
However, the following failures are excluded from this warranty:
 Failure caused by handling or use of the product under conditions and in
environments not conforming to those stated in the catalog, the Specifications, or the
Instruction Manual.
 Failure caused by use of the product exceeding its durability (cycles, distance, time,
etc.) or caused by consumable parts.
 Failure not caused by the product.
 Failure caused by use not intended for the product.
 Failure caused by modifications/alterations or repairs not carried out by CKD.
 Failure caused by reasons unforeseen at the level of technology available at the time
of delivery.
 Failure caused by acts of nature and disasters beyond control of CKD.
The warranty stated herein covers only the delivered product itself. Any loss or damage
induced by failure of the delivered product is excluded from this warranty.
◼ Confirmation of product compatibility
It is the responsibility of the customer to confirm compatibility of the product with any
system, machinery, or device used by the customer.
◼ Others
The terms and conditions of this warranty stipulate basic matters.
When the terms and conditions of the warranty described in individual specification
drawings or the Specifications are different from those of this warranty, the
specification drawings or the Specifications shall have a higher priority.

Warranty Period
The product specified herein is warranted for one (1) year from the date of delivery to
the location specified by the customer.

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7. Reference Information
Specifications
EJSG series
＜EJSG-04 Series＞

Item Description

Motor straight Folded motor

Motor mount type
mounting type mounting type

Motor Stepping motor

Encoder type Battery-less absolute encoder, incremental encoder

Drive method Rolled ball screw (Φ10)

Motor size □35

Stroke length mm 50 to 800

Screw lead mm 6 12 6 12

Max. load Horizontal kg 20.0 15.0 20.0 11.7

capacity
Note 1 Vertical kg 9.2 3.3 9.2 3.3
ECG
Series Operation Standard,
mm/s 7 to 320 15 to 500 7 to 250 15 to 400
speed G series
range
P4, FP1, C
Note 2 mm/s 7 to 260 15 to 400 7 to 200 15 to 320
series

Max. load Horizontal kg 20.0 15.0 20.0 15.0

capacity
Note 1 Vertical kg 9.2 3.3 9.2 3.3
ECMG
Series Operation Standard,
mm/s 7 to 450 15 to 900 7 to 375 15 to 600
speed G series
range
P4, FP1, C
Note 2 kg 7 to 360 15 to 720 7 to 300 15 to 480
series

Max. pressing force N 155 77 155 77

Pressing speed range mm/s 5 to 20

Repeatability mm ±0.01

Lost motion mm 0.1 or less

Static allowable moment N·m MP:62, MY:62, MR:92

Note 1: The load capacity varies depending on the acceleration/deceleration and speed.
Note 2: The maximum speed may decrease depending on the conditions.

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 Item Description

Type Non-excitation operation

Brake Power consumption W 6.1

Holding force N 140 70 140 70

Insulation resistance 10 MΩ, 500 VDC

Withstand voltage 500 VAC, 1 minute

Operating ambient temperature 10 to 40°C (no freezing)

Operating ambient humidity 35 to 80% RH (no condensation)

Storage ambient temperature -10 to 50°C (no freezing)

Storage ambient humidity 35 to 80% RH (no condensation)

Atmosphere No corrosive gas, explosive gas, or dust

Degree of protection (G series) IP50 or equivalent

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＜EJSG-05 Series＞

Item Description

Motor straight Folded motor

Motor mount type
mounting type mounting type

Motor Stepping motor

Encoder type Battery-less absolute encoder, incremental encoder

Drive method Rolled ball screw (Φ12)

Motor size □42

Stroke length mm 50 to 800

Screw lead mm 5 10 20 5 10 20

Max. load Horizontal kg 40.0 27.5 18.3 40.0 27.5 18.3

capacity
Note 1 Vertical kg 14.0 7.0 2.5 10.0 3.3 0.8
ECG
Series Standard, mm/ 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Operation
speed G series s 290 500 850 250 400 700
range
P4, FP1, C mm/ 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Note 2 series s 230 400 680 200 320 560

Max. load Horizontal kg 40.0 27.5 18.3 40.0 27.5 18.3

capacity
Note 1 Vertical kg 14.2 7.1 2.5 10 3.3 0.8
ECMG
Series Standard, mm/ 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Operation
speed G series s 375 750 1120 350 635 1120
range
P4, FP1, C 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Note 2 kg
series 300 600 895 280 505 895

Max. pressing force N 220 110 55 220 110 55

mm/
Pressing speed range 5 to 20
s

Repeatability mm ±0.01

Lost motion mm 0.1 or less

Static allowable moment N·m MP:103, MY:103, MR:144

Type Non-excitation operation

Brake Power consumption W 6.1

Holding force N 168 84 42 168 84 42

Insulation resistance 10 MΩ, 500 VDC

Withstand voltage 500 VAC, 1 minute

Note 1: The load capacity varies depending on the acceleration/deceleration and speed.
Note 2: The maximum speed may decrease depending on the conditions.

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Operating ambient temperature 10 to 40°C (no freezing)

Operating ambient humidity 35 to 80% RH (no condensation)

Storage ambient temperature -10 to 50°C (no freezing)

Storage ambient humidity 35 to 80% RH (no condensation)

Atmosphere No corrosive gas, explosive gas, or dust

Degree of protection (G series) IP50 or equivalent

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＜EJSG-08 Series＞

Item Description

Motor straight Folded motor

Motor mount type
mounting type mounting type

Motor Stepping motor

Encoder type Battery-less absolute encoder, incremental encoder

Drive method Rolled ball screw (Φ15)

Motor size □56

Stroke length mm 50 to 1100

Screw lead mm 5 10 20 5 10 20

Max. load Horizontal kg 80.0 70.0 30.0 80.0 70.0 30.0

capacity
Note 1 Vertical kg 43.3 28.3 3.3 33.3 18.3 3.3
ECG
Series Standard, mm/ 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Operation
speed G series s 150 250 500 125 250 400
range
P4, FP1, C mm/ 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Note 2 series s 120 200 400 100 200 320

Max. load Horizontal kg 80.0 70.0 30.0 80.0 70.0 30.0

capacity
Note 1 Vertical kg 43.3 28.3 3.3 33.0 21.7 3.3
ECMG
Series Standard, mm/ 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Operation
speed G series s 230 430 800 200 430 800
range
P4, FP1, C 6 to 12 to 25 to 6 to 12 to 25 to
Note 2 kg
series 180 340 640 160 340 640

Max. pressing force N 965 482 241 965 482 241

mm/
Pressing speed range 5 to 20
s

Repeatability mm ±0.01

Lost motion mm 0.1 or less

Static allowable moment N·m MP:203, MY:203, MR:336

Type Non-excitation operation

Brake Power consumption W 7.2

Holding force N 768 384 192 768 384 192

Insulation resistance 10 MΩ, 500 VDC

Withstand voltage 500 VAC, 1 minute

Note 1: The load capacity varies depending on the acceleration/deceleration and speed.
Note 2: The maximum speed may decrease depending on the conditions.

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Operating ambient temperature 10 to 40°C (no freezing)

Operating ambient humidity 35 to 80% RH (no condensation)

Storage ambient temperature -10 to 50°C (no freezing)

Storage ambient humidity 35 to 80% RH (no condensation)

Atmosphere No corrosive gas, explosive gas, or dust

Degree of protection (G series) IP50 or equivalent

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Index

Ｂ Ｍ
Belt cover ................................................................... 37 Motor cable................................................................. 16

Ｅ Ｎ
Encoder cable ............................................................ 17 Nozzle ........................................................................ 33

Ｆ Ｏ
Flatness................................................................ 26, 27 Operating speed range ................................... 47, 49, 51

Ｇ Ｒ
Grease ................................................................. 32, 33 Repeatability................................................... 47, 49, 51

Ｌ Ｓ
Lost motion..................................................... 47, 49, 51 Screw lead.................................................................. 47
Static allowable moment................................. 47, 49, 51
Steel belt .................................................................... 35
S-Tools ................................................................... 8, 10

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Glossary
CAT5e EDS file
A standard for network cables, also called category Abbreviation for Electronic Data Sheet file. It
5e or category 5 enhanced. The communication contains information to help start up, operate, and
speed has been improved from the conventional maintain EtherNet/IP-compatible devices. Since the
CAT5 standard. This cable is less susceptible to profile specification is fixed, parameters can be
crosstalk caused by noise from other cables. easily set for EtherNet/IP products even if they are
from different manufacturers.
CCW
Abbreviation for Counter Clockwise Rotation. ESI file
Counterclockwise when viewed from the output Abbreviation for EtherCAT Slave Information file. It
shaft side. contains information to help start up, operate, and
maintain EtherCAT compatible devices. Since the
profile specification is fixed, parameters can be
easily set for EtherCAT products even if they are
from different manufacturers.

HDLC
Abbreviation for High-level Data Link Control, and a
CRC type of protocol of the data link layer. Transmission
Abbreviation for Cyclic Redundancy Check. Also efficiency is high because continuous transmission
referred to as cyclic redundancy checking. A can be performed without waiting for the other
method to check whether data was transmitted, party's response, and data error detection using
recorded, or replicated accurately. CRC enables highly reliable data transmission.
CSP + file IODD file
Abbreviation for the Control & Communication Abbreviation for the IO Device Description file. It
System Profile Plus file. It contains information to contains information to help start up, operate, and
help start up, operate, and maintain CC-Link maintain IO-Link compatible devices. Since the
compatible devices. Since the profile specification is profile specification is fixed, parameters can be
fixed, parameters can be easily set for CC-Link easily set for IO-Link products even if they are from
products even if they are from different different manufacturers.
manufacturers.
IO-Link device
CW Devices such as sensors, actuators, and controllers
Abbreviation for Clockwise Rotation. Clockwise compatible with IO-Link.
when viewed from the output shaft side.
IO-Link master
It can connect multiple IO-Link devices and receive
signals of the IO-Link devices. The IO-Link master
can be set with IO-Link device setting items such as
device verification function, backup function, and
restore function using PLC development tools.
Data storage function
A function to back up the configuration parameter Input data
data of an IO-Link device, such as an ECG It indicates the 32 bit unit data (2 words) to be
controller, to the IO-Link master. written from the host device (PLC, etc.) to the
controller in EtherCAT communication.
DHCP server
A server that automatically assigns IP addresses
and other configuration information to devices
connected to a network.

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Input signal Alarm code
It indicates the bit-wise data to be written from the When an error is detected, it is output from the
host device (PLC, etc.) to the controller in EtherCAT controller to inform you of the error. You can check
communication. the display lamp of the controller, the output signal
to the PLC, and all digits or one upper digit of the
Output data alarm code from S-Tools. You can check the details
It indicates the 32 bit unit data (2 words) read from of the alarm in the Instruction Manual or the alarm
the controller by the host device (PLC, etc.) in history screen of S-Tools.
EtherCAT communication.
Inch operation
Output signal It is used when you want to move by relative
It indicates the bit-wise data read from the controller position specification by the amount of travel set
by the host device (PLC, etc.) in EtherCAT from the current position.
communication.
Encoder
NPN There are a linear encoder that measures and
It indicates that NPN transistors are generally used outputs movement on a linear axis, and a rotary
in the output unit of a PLC in the connection of the encoder that measures and outputs angle
parallel I/O specification. Even if the NPN transistor (rotational movement). The rotary encoder is
is not used, if the − side of the external power referred to as an encoder in this Instruction Manual,
supply is connected to the output COM (output the instruction manual described in the “Instruction
common) and the + side of the external power manual for this product”, and the catalog.
supply is connected to the input COM (input  Incremental encoder
common), the term NPN is used. Also referred to as An encoder that measures and outputs the angle
negative common type or sink type. moved from the measurement start position.
When using with an electric actuator, the amount
PNP of movement from the home position is unknown,
It indicates that PNP transistors are generally used so it is necessary to return to the home position
in the output unit of a PLC in the connection of the before operating the actuator.
parallel I/O specification. Even if the PNP transistor
 Absolute encoder
is not used, if the + side of the external power
An encoder that measures and outputs the angle
supply is connected to the output COM (output
moved from the home position. When using with
common) and the - side of the external power
an electric actuator, it is not necessary to return to
supply is connected to the input COM (input
the home position before operating the actuator
common), the term PNP is used. Also referred to as
because it outputs the amount of movement from
positive common type or source type.
the home position.
PLC  Battery-less absolute encoder
Abbreviation for Programmable Logic Controller. A An absolute encoder that does not require a
programmable controller for controlling industrial battery to store the position.
equipment. Possible to control multiple motors,
sensors, robots, and other various devices. Overhang amount
It indicates the distance from the center of the top
WDT surface of the slider to the center of gravity of the
Abbreviation for watchdog timer. A timer that object transferred. In the catalog, the amount of
detects an error in the computation time, monitors overhang that is allowed in the front-back, left-right,
the time of one scan of the program, and issues an and up-down directions is listed for each mass.
alarm if processing does not finish within the
scheduled time. Regenerative current
Current that is generated by the motor operating
like a generator when the moving part of the
actuator is moved by an external force. Reverse
current flows from the motor to the controller,
causing malfunction or damage.

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Portable mass Grease
It indicates the maximum mass that the actuator It is applied to bearings, bearings, etc., to reduce
can transfer. friction and smooth the operation of the machine.
Because the performance cannot be demonstrated
Allowable thrust load due to deterioration of grease or adhesion of foreign
Limit value of the load that can be applied in the material, periodic maintenance is required.
direction of the actuator rotation axis. WS is used in
this Instruction Manual, the instruction manual Surge protector
described in the “Instruction manual for this A device that protects equipment and
product”, and the catalog. communication equipment from transient abnormal
high voltage such as lightning.

Servo OFF
It indicates that the motor is not energized.
Allowable radial load Servo ON
Limit value of the load that can be applied It indicates that the motor is energized.
perpendicular (laterally) to the actuator rotation
axis. WR is used in this Instruction Manual, the Cyclic communication (transmission)
instruction manual described in the “Instruction It indicates periodic communication between the
manual for this product”, and the catalog. host device (PLC, etc.) and the controller.

Subnet mask
A value that identifies in the IP address the part
indicating which network it belongs to (network
Allowable moment load
range) and the part indicating which device in the
Limit value of the load that can be applied in the
network. The subnet mask value tells you how
direction of tilting the actuator rotation axis. M is
many bits from the beginning of the IP address
used in this Instruction Manual, the instruction
indicate the network range.
manual described in the “Instruction manual for this
product”, and the catalog.

Jog operation
Home position While the travel command is issued, the actuator
Position to be the reference (0 mm) for actuator continues to operate at the set speed.
operation.
Slave station
Positioning repeatability A general term for stations other than the master
A term that is used only for grippers. It indicates the station.
difference between the maximum and minimum
stop positions when positioning operation is
repeated from the same direction to the same
position.

Repeatability
It indicates the difference between the maximum
and minimum stop positions when positioning
operation is repeated from the same direction to the
same position. However, in the case of grippers, it
indicates the variation when the same workpiece is
repeatedly gripped under the same operating
conditions.

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Static allowable moment Soft limit
Limit value of the load moment that can be applied It indicates the limit of the operating range set in the
to the slider when the actuator is stationary. How to controller.
apply each moment in the slider type is as follows.
 Pitching moment Dynamic brake
A moment acting in the front-rear direction on the A method that quickly stops the rotation of the
slider movement axis. MP is used in this Instruction motor by consuming rotational energy as heat
Manual, the instruction manual described in the energy by short-circuiting the motor terminals via a
“Instruction manual for this product”, and the resistor in the event of a power failure or
catalog. emergency stop. Since there is no holding torque
during stop, it is necessary to use an
electromagnetic brake for vertical installation.

Electromagnetic brake
 Yawing moment A mechanism that mechanically fixes the output
A moment that acts in the left-right direction on the shaft of the motor to prevent the workpiece from
slider movement axis. MY is used in this Instruction falling off when becoming the servo OFF state due
Manual, the instruction manual described in the to power failure or an alarm in the vertical
“Instruction manual for this product”, and the installation state. Because it is a brake for holding, it
catalog. cannot be used for stopping during operation.

Electric Actuator
It is a combination of a motor and mechanical parts,
and can control operations such as speed, angle,
 Rolling moment and force. The rotational force of the motor is
A moment that acts in the axial rotation direction on transmitted to the drive system and converted into
the slider movement axis. MR is used in this rotational motion or linear motion.
Instruction Manual, the instruction manual
described in the “Instruction manual for this Default gateway
product”, and the catalog. It indicates the IP address of a relay device (such
as a router) that connects the inside network to the
outside network. When sending or receiving data to
or from a device at an address other than the
network range set by the subnet mask, the relay
device set by the default gateway is always passed
Installation category
through.
A concept that expresses how well an electrical
device can withstand the application of a transient
Screw lead
voltage from an AC power source. The installation
It refers to the distance that the workpiece can be
category 2 corresponds to “primary side circuit for
moved when the motor rotates once in the electric
equipment using a power cord connected to an
actuator.
outlet”.
Noise filter
Full-duplex communication
An electrical circuit or electronic circuit that removes
A communication method that allows simultaneous
noise, or a device that contains it.
transmission and reception.
Backlash
Occupied station No.
A mechanical play in gears, etc. The lower the
In the CC-Link specification, a value that indicates
backlash, the less rattling.
how much traffic the controller occupies in the
communication in the system. Since the number of
stations that can be used by one master station is Parameter
fixed, the total number of stations occupied by the Parameters let you set basic items for operating the
controller and other units connected to the master actuator. In addition to the settings related to the
station must be less than that value. actuator operation, settings related to
communication with the PLC and warnings are also
set with parameters.

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Half-duplex communication Rolled ball screw
A communication method in which both A mechanical element that can convert rotational
transmission and reception cannot be performed at motion to linear motion. Unlike sliding screws, the
the same time (only one of them can be performed). ball rolls between the screw shaft and nut, reducing
energy loss due to friction. It is used to convert the
Fast Ethernet rotational motion of the motor into the linear motion
It is standardized by IEEE802.3u and is a standard of the actuator.
that improves the transmission speed of Ethernet to
100 Mbps. Baud rate
It indicates the communication speed. A value that
Function block (FB) indicates how many times per second digital data
It is a component of a circuit block that is used can be modulated and demodulated.
repeatedly so that it can be reused in a sequence
program. By making them into the components, the Protective class IP20 / IP40
control that combines multiple functions can be The protective class indicates the degree of
simplified as if it were a single command. protection from solid foreign materials such as dust
and water. The first digit of the number indicates the
Ferrite core degree of protection against the human body and
It is magnetic material using ferrite material. It is solid foreign materials, and “2” indicates that it is
used to attenuate high frequency noise. protected against foreign solid materials with a
diameter of 12.5 mm or more and “4” indicates that
Process data output/PD (out) it is protected against foreign solid substances with
It indicates the data to be written from the host a diameter of 1.0 mm or more. The second digit of
device (PLC, etc.) to the controller in IO-Link the number indicates the degree of protection
specification communication. against water intrusion, and “0” indicates no
protection. It is specified in JIS C 0920 and IEC
Process data input/PD (in) 60529.
It indicates the data that the host device (PLC, etc.)
reads out from the controller in IO-Link specification
communication.

Point data
In the point data, the actuator operation pattern
such as the target position and speed is set for
each point number. In ECG series, the operation Master station
pattern for 64 points can be set, and the actuator A station that controls the entire network. One
can be operated by specifying the point number and master station is required for one network.
issuing a travel command.
Mechanical end
Polling A position where the moving part of the actuator
If multiple devices communicate separately, stops mechanically.
processing and signals can conflict and cause
problems. Polling is the process in which the main
Message communication (transmission)
device (master station) checks in order whether It indicates communication that occurs irregularly
there are any requests from other devices (slave (when necessary) between the host device (PLC,
station) in order to communicate smoothly.
etc.) and the controller.
When polling response is being performed, it
means that there is polling from the master station
Remote device station
to the slave station, and the slave station is
A station that cyclically transmits bit-wise
responding to the polling from the master station.
input/output signal and word-based input/output
data to the master station in the communication of
CC-Link specification.

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Remote output
It indicates bit-wise data that is written from the host
device (PLC, etc.) to the controller in the
communication of CC-Link specification.

Remote input
It indicates bit-wise data that the host device (PLC,
etc.) reads out from the controller in the
communication of CC-Link specification.

Remote register (output)

It indicates 16-bit unit (1 word) data that is written
from the host device (PLC, etc.) to the controller in
the communication of CC-Link specification.

Remote register (input)

It indicates 16-bit unit (1 word) data that the host
device (PLC, etc.) reads out from the controller in
the communication of CC-Link specification.

Lost motion
It is the maximum value of the difference between
the average values at the stop position after rotating
in the forward and reverse directions multiple times.
It is affected by the backlash and the rigidity of the
mechanism.

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