GSX and GS Series Linear Actuator

Installation and Service Manual

Information furnished by Exlar Corporation is believed to be accurate and reliable.

However, no responsibility is assumed by Exlar Corporation for its use. Exlar reserves the
right to change the design and operation of the equipment described herein and any
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 Introduction ....................................................................................... 3

1.1 Warranty and Limitations of Liability ............................................. 3
1.2 Safety Considerations .................................................................. 4
2.0 System Configuration ....................................................................... 4
2.1 Typical System Configuration ....................................................... 4
2.2 Standard Actuator Pin-outs and Connections .............................. 5
2.3 Feedback Information ................................................................... 5
2.4 Cable Routing ............................................................................... 7
2.5 Internal Holding Brake ................................................................. 7
2.6 External Limit Switches ................................................................ 9
2.7 Brake Extensions ........................................................................ 11
2.8 Anti-Rotation Option ................................................................... 11
2.9 Ingress Protection ....................................................................... 13
3.0 Installation and Operation .............................................................. 14
3.1 Lubrication Requirements ........................................................... 14
3.2 Grease Lubrication ..................................................................... 15
3.3 Oil Lubrication ............................................................................. 15
3.4 Mounting Configurations ............................................................. 17
3.5 Mounting Considerations ............................................................ 17
3.6 General Operation ...................................................................... 18
3.7 Manual Drive Operating Instructions .......................................... 20
4.0 Maintenance Procedures ................................................................ 21
4.1 Disassembly ............................................................................... 21
4.2 Lubrication Maintenance ............................................................ 23
4.3 Reassembly ................................................................................ 25
4.4 Seal Maintenance ....................................................................... 27
5.0 Troubleshooting Procedures ......................................................... 29
5.1 Returning a Product for Repair ................................................... 30
6.0 GSX Force Measuring Option ........................................................ 31
6.1 Overview ..................................................................................... 31
6.2 Specifications and Calibration Data............................................ 31
6.3 Operation .................................................................................... 32
6.4 Wiring Code ................................................................................ 32
7.0 Class I Division 2 Option ................................................................ 33
7.1 Terminal Box Wiring Diagram ..................................................... 33
7.2 Class I Division 2 Terminal Box Terminations ............................ 34
7.3 Terminal Box Dimensions ........................................................... 35
8.0 Certifications ................................................................................... 37

Please visit www.exlar.com for information pertaining to connectors

and cables.

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Warranty and Limitation of Liability
Products are warranted for two years from date of manufacture as determined by the serial
number on the product label. Labels are generated and applied to the product at the time of
shipment. The first and second digits are the year and the third and fourth digits represent the
manufacturing week. Product repairs are warranted for 90 days from the date of the repair. The
date of repair is recorded within Exlar’s database tracked by individual product serial number.
Exlar Corporation warrants its product(s) to the original purchaser and in the case of original
equipment manufacturers, to their original customer to be free from defects in material and
workmanship and to be made only in accordance with Exlar's standard published catalog
specifications for the product(s) as published at the time of purchase. Warranty or performance to
any other specifications is not covered by this warranty unless otherwise agreed to in writing by
Exlar and documented as part of any and all contracts, including but not limited to purchase
orders, sales orders, order confirmations, purchase contracts and purchase agreements. In no
event shall Exlar be liable or have any responsibility under such warranty if the product(s) has
been improperly stored, installed, used or maintained, or if Buyer has permitted any unauthorized
modifications, adjustments and/or repairs to such product(s). Seller's obligation hereunder is
limited solely to repairing or replacing (at its opinion), at the factory any product(s), or parts
thereof, which prove to Seller's satisfaction to be defective as a result of defective materials, or
workmanship and within the period of time, in accordance with the Seller's stated product
warranty (see Terms and Conditions above), provided, however, that written notice of claimed
defects shall have been given to Exlar within thirty (30) days from the date of any such defect is
first discovered. The product(s) claimed to be defective must be returned to Exlar, transportation
prepaid by Buyer, with written specification of the claimed defect. Evidence acceptable to Exlar
must be furnished that the claimed defects were not caused by misuse, abuse, or neglect by
anyone other than Exlar.
Components such as seals, wipers, bearings, brakes, bushings, gears, splines, and roller
screw parts are considered wear parts and must be inspected and serviced on a regular basis.
Any damage caused by failure to properly lubricate Exlar products and/or to replace wear parts at
appropriate times, is not covered by this warranty. Any damage due to excessive loading is not
covered by this warranty.
The use of products or components under load such that they reach the end of their expected
life is a normal characteristic of the application of mechanical products. Reaching the end of a
product’s expected life does not indicate any defect in material or workmanship and is not
covered by this warranty.
Costs for shipment of units returned to the factory for warranty repairs are the responsibility of
the owner of the product. Exlar will return ship all warranty repairs or replacements via UPS
Ground at no cost to the customer.
For international customers, Exlar will return ship warranty repairs or replacements via UPS
Expedited Service and cover the associated shipping costs. Any VAT or local country taxes are
the responsibility of the owner of the product.
The foregoing warranty is in lieu of all other warranties (except as Title), whether expressed or
implied, including without limitation, any warranty of merchantability, or of fitness for any particular
purpose, other than as expressly set forth and to the extent specified herein, and is in lieu of all
other obligations or liabilities on the part of Exlar.
Seller's maximum liability with respect to these terms and conditions and any resulting sale,
arising from any cause whatsoever, including without limitation, breach of contract or negligence,
shall not exceed the price specified herein of the product(s) giving rise to the claim, and in no
event shall Exlar be liable under this warranty otherwise for special, incidental or consequential
damages, whether similar or dissimilar, of any nature arising or resulting from the purchase,
installation, removal, repair, operation, use or breakdown of the product(s) or any other cause
whatsoever, including negligence.
The foregoing warranty shall also apply to products or parts which have been repaired or
replaced pursuant to such warranty, and within the period of time, in accordance with Seller's
stated warranty.
NO PERSON INCLUDING ANY AGENT OR REPRESENTATIVE OF EXLAR IS
AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY ON BEHALF OF EXLAR
CONCERNING ANY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY EXLAR, EXCEPT TO REFER
PURCHASERS TO THIS WARRANTY.

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1.2 Safety Considerations
As with any electro-mechanical device, safety should be considered
during the installation and operation of your GS/X Series actuator.
Throughout this manual, you will see paragraphs marked with CAUTION
and WARNING signs as shown below.

CAUTION WARNING

Pay particular attention to these paragraphs. They are intended to

provide you with helpful information to ensure safe and trouble-free
installation.

2.0 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

2.1 GS/X Series Actuator System Configuration
GS/X Series actuators incorporate an integral brushless servo motor.
The design of this motor and selection of the proper feedback
configuration allows GS/X Series actuators to be powered by nearly
every brand of brushless motor amplifier on the market.
This flexibility allows GS/X Series actuators to be incorporated into the
highest performance single and multi-axis motion control systems in use
today. In applications varying from food and beverage packaging to
multi-axis turning centers to aircraft assembly, the GS/X Series of
actuators show incredible performance and durability.
The high torque to volume ratio available from a brushless motor,
combined with the robust, high speed and high load capability of the
planetary roller screw, make the Exlar line of linear actuators a true, all
electric replacement for cumbersome high maintenance hydraulics. The
use of electronic servo control provides simpler set up and more precise
control than hydraulic systems as well. Shown below is a typical single
axis system, incorporating an Exlar GS/X Series actuator and a
brushless motor amplifier.
Each brand of brushless motor amplifiers may have unique wiring
requirements, parameter settings and operational principles that affect
how the actuator operates. The drawing on the following page shows
general connection principles for typical resolver and encoder feedback
amplifiers. Details on connections to specific brands of amplifiers can be
obtained from www.exlar.com.

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 WARNING: Attempting to connect the power cable to the
motor feedback connector may cause damage to the
connector. Verify that pin patterns match before attempting to
connect cables to actuator.

Never attempt to connect or disconnect the actuator with power

applied. Dangerous voltages are present. Damage to equipment and
injury to personnel can result. Many amplifiers have voltage present
for a considerable time period after incoming power is removed.
Take care to insure that the amplifier has discharged all power.

Typical System Connections

(Please refer to www.exlar.com)

2.2 Standard Actuator Pin-outs and Connections

Please refer to www.exlar.com.

2.3 Feedback Information

Most GS/X Series actuators incorporate a 2 pole resolver or
quadrature incremental encoder with commutation signals as the primary
rotary feedback device. The selection of this feedback device is dictated

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by the amplifier used to operate the actuator. This amplifier is indicated
in the model number of the GS/X Series actuator as a 3 digit code.
Each amplifier has specific requirements for the feedback on the
motor. Not all resolver-based amplifiers can use the same resolver,
resolver alignment, or relative direction of resolver rotation. Not all
encoder-based amplifiers can use the same encoder, encoder alignment
or relative direction of encoder rotation.
Many amplifiers offer software that allows the entering of parameters
or the downloading of "motor data files" that dictate how the feedback
must be set up on the motor. Exlar can provide many of these "motor
files" or the proper parameters to enter. Entering motor parameter data
to some amplifiers may require assistance from the amplifier
manufacturer.

Feedback Alignment
When Exlar manufactures a GS/X Series actuator, the proper
feedback is selected, mounted, aligned and test run on the amplifier that
the customer plans to use, or one that is known to be equivalent for
confirming proper feedback alignment and operation. In any case where
it is determined that the feedback has become misaligned, or an
amplifier change is made requiring the feedback to be aligned differently,
it is recommended that Exlar be contacted and arrangements made to
have that procedure performed.

Feedback Wiring
The wiring of the feedback device is critical to the operation of the
actuator with the selected amplifier. Improperly wiring the feedback cable
can cause unstable operation, incorrect operation or no operation at all.
In some cases, improper current limits set in the amplifier, along with
incorrect wiring of the feedback cable can lead to damage of the motor.

Resolvers
A resolver is a non-electronic device that works like a small
transformer. When rotated, it generates two sine waves that are out of
phase with one another. By decoding these two sine waves, the amplifier
can monitor the direction; revolutions traveled, and speed of rotation of
the motor. Each sine wave typically represents one revolution of the
motor, so the amplifier can also use these signals to know where the
motor is within that revolution. By knowing the motor's position, the
amplifier can properly time the supply of current and voltage to the motor
for it to rotate. This process is commutation. For the amplifier to
properly commutate the motor, it must have a reference, or zero, point
from which to track the motor's rotation. This reference point is critical,
and is provided to the amplifier through the proper alignment of the
resolver to the phases of the motor during the actuator assembly.

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Encoders
An incremental encoder is an electronic rotary device that transmits a
string of electrical pulses when rotated. Most brushless motors or servo
systems that use incremental encoders use what is called a quadrature
encoder. Typical brushless motor encoders use two data channels
labeled A&B to provide direction, velocity and position information. The
Channel labeled I or Z has one pulse per revolution and is called the
index. The channels labeled as hall signals or commutation signals are
typically labeled S1, S2 & S3; Hall 1, 2 & 3; or Hall A, B & C, depending
on the manufacturer's conventions. These signals give the amplifier the
commutation information that it needs to properly rotate the motor.

GS/X Series Feedback Devices

Standard GS/X Series actuators use either resolvers or encoders as
their primary feedback device. Depending on the amplifier that will be
used to operate the actuator, the hookup of the actuator can vary. Go to
www.exlar.com, or contact Exlar for the correct wiring details.

2.4 Cable Routing

Over time, liquid contaminants such as oil and cleaning solutions will
run down the cables and into the connectors if they are of an exposed
type. To minimize the introduction of contaminants to the connector,
route the cables so that there is a loop in the cable just prior to its
attachment to the connector.
Two examples are shown here
depending on the orientation
of the connectors. Units mounted
in such a way that the connectors
are on the bottom surface of the
actuator require no looping.

Top Mount Side Mount

Loop Loop

2.5 Internal Holding Brake

Many applications require the addition of the Exlar internal holding
brake. The brake is held open by the supply of power to a
magnetic/mechanical clutch. Whenever there is not power to the brake,
the armature is held in place which prevents the inverted roller screw
from turning and prevents the output rod from back driving, which in turn
prevents the output rod from moving.

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 The RB holding brake is permanent magnet engaged, the EB is spring
engaged and both are electrically released. The mechanical advantage
of the roller screw allows the holding brake to prevent back driving of the
load. The holding capacity of the brakes is sufficient to hold the rated
force of the actuator when used in grease lubricated units. The use of oil
as a lubricant reduces the holding capacity of the brake.
Historically, Exlar actuators and motors which had holding brakes are
supplied with a transient suppression diode which can be wired to the
actuator or motor brake connector. With the changes in servo amplifier
and control technology, there are now instances where the diode is not
required to be within the motor. An example of this is a control system
using a dedicated brake control relay which contains transient
suppression components.
Because of this change in technology, Exlar now provides the
transient suppression diode separately from the actuator, for inclusion in
the brake control circuitry as needed by the end user. A schematic,
shown below, is provided with the shipped product showing the typical
use of the transient suppression diode.

If the user is uncertain about their requirements for transient

suppression, they should refer to their servo amplifier or controller
technical documentation, or contact their servo amplifier or controller
manufacturer for technical support.

For connection of your amplifier and actuator refer to www.exlar.com.

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RB (Rear Brake) Specifications

BRAKE
SPECIFICATIONS GSX20 GSX30 GSX40 GSX50 GSX60
Holding torque 19 lbf-in 70 lbf-in 97 lbf-in 354 lbf-in 708 lbf-in
(w/o oil) (2.2 Nm) (8 Nm) (11 Nm) (40 Nm) (80 Nm)
Current @ 24 VDC 0.75 Amps 0.75 Amps 0.88 Amps 1.0 Amps 1.3 Amps
Coil resistance
(polarity sensitive) 113 Ohms 33 Ohms 27 Ohms 24 Ohms 21 Ohms

EB (Front Brake) Specifications

BRAKE
SPECIFICATIONS GS/X20 GS/X30 GSX40 GS45 GS/X60
Holding torque 25 lbf-in 40 lbf-in 120 lbf-in 80 lbf-in 708 lbf-in
(w/o oil) (2.8 Nm) (4.5 Nm) (13.56 Nm) (9 Nm) (65 Nm)
Current @ 24 VDC 0.75 Amps 0.75 Amps 0.88 Amps 0.88 Amps 1.3 Amps

DO NOT attempt to operate the actuator with the brake

applied. Allowing the actuator to operate with the brake
applied may cause serious damage to the actuator and/or the brake.
Do not use the brake to support heavy loads while an operator is
under the load. Provide another means to lock the load in position.
The brake is a spring applied friction mechanism and does not
provide a positive lock.

2.6 GS/X Linear Actuator External Limit Switch

With the anti-rotate option (Section 2.8) the GSX actuator can
accommodate 1, 2 or 3 external limit switches for use as end of travel
limit switches or home position sensors in low profile extruded channel
housing. A bracket with inductive proximity switches mounts to the tie
rods and senses a traveling magnet inside the extrusion.
The number of switches desired is selected by ordering the L1, L2 or
L3 option, in which 1, 2 or 3 switches will be provided, respectively.
The switches are 9-30 VDC powered, PNP output, with either normally
open or normally closed logic operation depending on the switch
configuration ordered. Below is a diagram indicating which logic
operation will be provided for each switch, based on the option ordered.

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External Limit Switch Locations

Stroke Lengths
DIM "A" 3 inch 6 inch 8 inch 10 inch 12 inch 14 inch 18 inch
GSX20 5.515 8.515 n/a 12.500 14.515 n/a n/a
GSX30 6.932 9.832 n/a 13.832 15.832 17.832 21.832
GSX40 n/a 9.832 11.83 13.832 15.832 n/a 21.832
GSX50 n/a 11.667 n/a 15.667 n/a 19.667 n/a
GSX60 n/a 10.461 n/a 14.461 n/a n/a n/a

Configuration of Logic of Standard Switch Option Selections

Option SW1 SW2 SW3
L1 Not Supplied Normally Open Not Supplied
L2 Normally Closed Not Supplied Normally Closed
L3 Normally Closed Normally Open Normally Closed

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Switch Type Exlar Part Number Turck Part Number
Normally Closed Switch 43404 BIM-UNT-RP6X
Normally Open Switch 43403 BIM-UNT-AP6X

2.7 GS/X Linear Actuator Brake Extensions

The brake option may add a third connector to the actuator and
require a case extension to accommodate the internal components.
Option also slightly reduces the available stroke from the actuator. The
case extension dimension and stroke reductions are shown below.

GSX A – Brake GS A – Brake

Actuator Length Ext. Actuator Length Ext.
GSX20 1.78 in (45.21 mm) GS20 1.78 in (45.21 mm)
GSX30 1.61 in (40.9 mm) GS30 1.77 in (44.96 mm)
GSX40 2.33 in (59.18 mm) GS45 2.498 in (63.45 mm)
GSX50 2.5 in (63.45 mm) GS50 3.544 in (90.02 mm)
GSX60 3.575 in (90.81 mm)

2.8 GS/X Series Linear Actuator Anti-rotation Option

The unique design of the GS/X Series linear actuators allows the
extending rod to rotate. This provides simple setup of the actuator by
allowing the user to rotate the rod and thread it in and out of the actuator
for mechanical attachment or system testing. This feature also requires
that the rod be kept from rotating when used in its dedicated application
to insure proper linear motion. In most applications, such as those where
the load is coupled to linear bearings, or some other support device, the
load cannot rotate, and thus provides anti-rotation for the extending rod
of the actuator.

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 For applications in which the load is free to rotate, Exlar offers the anti-
rotation systems shown below. The drawings next page show the rod
and bushing on only one side of the actuator. For long stroke actuators,
the rod and bushing are required on both sides of the actuator.

Anti-rotate Dimensions GS/X20, 30, 40, 45 and 60

(For GSX50 see next page)

Dimensions
in (mm) GS/X20 GS/X30 GS/X40 and 45 GS/X60
A 0.60 (15.2) 0.79 (20.1) 1.25 (31.8) 1.75 (44.5)
B 1.81 (46.0) 2.54 (64.5) 3.78 (96.0) 5.79 (147)
C 0.54 (13.7) 0.71 (18.0) 0.98 (24.9) 1.55 (39.4)
D 1.00 (25.4) 1.30 (33.0) 1.64 (41.7) 1.94 (49.3)
E 0.44 (11.2) 0.44 (11.2) 0.63 (16.0) 0.75 (19.1)
F 0.28 (7.11) 0.32 (8.13) 0.38 (9.65) 0.50 (12.7)
G 0.31 (7.87) 1.69 (42.9) 1.69 (42.9) 2.81 (71.4)
H 0.37 (9.40) 0.50 (12.7) 0.50 (12.7) 1.00 (25.4)

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Anti-rotate Dimensions (GSX50)

2.9 Ingress Protection Rating

The standard IP rating for GS/X Series actuators is IP65S. Ingress
protection is divided into two categories; solids and liquids. For example,
in IP65 the three digits following “IP” represent different forms of
environmental influence:
• The first digit represents protection against ingress of solid objects.
• The second digit represents protection against ingress of liquids.
• The suffix digit represents conditions of motion during the operation.

Digit 1 - Ingress of Solid Objects

The IP rating system provides for 6 levels of protection against solids.
Protected against solid objects over 50mm e.g. hands,
1
large tools.
Protected against solid objects over 12.5mm e.g. hands,
2
large tools.
Protected against solid objects over 2.5mm e.g. wire,
3
small tools.
4 Protected against solid objects over 1.0mm e.g. wires.
Limited protection against dust ingress. (no harmful
5
deposit)
6 Totally protected against dust ingress.

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Digit 2 - Ingress of Liquids
The IP rating system provides for 9 levels of protection against liquids.
Protected against vertically falling drops of water or
1
condensation.
Protected against falling drops of water, if the case is
2
disposed up to 15 degrees from vertical.
Protected against sprays of water from any direction,
3 even if the case is disposed up to 60 degrees from
vertical.
4 Protected against splash water from any direction.
Protected against low pressure water jets from any
5
direction. Limited ingress permitted.
Protected against high pressure water jets from any
6
direction. Limited ingress permitted.
Protected against short periods of immersion in water of
7
1m or less for 30 minutes or less.
8 Protected against long durations of immersion in water.
High-pressure, high-temperature wash-down
9
applications.

Suffix
S Device standing still during operation
M Device moving during operation

3.0 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

3.1 Lubrication Requirements
GS/X Series actuators require either grease or oil lubrication.
Actuators that operate in the lower range of their performance
capabilities may use grease. Oil lubrication is required for actuators that
will be running near the upper end of their performance limits.
Recirculating oil provides lubrication and cools the actuator.
Determining if an application will require oil or grease lubrication
should be done prior to ordering the actuator.
The following chart can be used to help determine oil vs. grease
lubrication requirements:

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 GS Series Actuators -
Grease / Oil Operating Regions
100%

Maximum Rated Speed

RMS Speed as % of
80%

60%
Grease Oil
40%

20%

0%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
RMS Applied Load as %
of Maximum Rated Load

3.2 Grease Lubrication

If your application uses grease lubrication, the actuator is shipped from
the factory fully greased and ready for installation. Exlar recommends
using Mobilith SHC 220, a high performance, extreme-pressure grease.
The unique physical properties of the synthetic base oil provide
outstanding protection against wear, rust, corrosion and high or low-
temperature degradation. Mobilith SHC allows for very low starting and
running torque values. Its operating range is -40° C to 177° C (-40° F to
350° F).

3.3 Oil Lubrication for High Power / Low Maintenance Operation

Consult Exlar to discuss your application if you plan to use oil

cooling with your GSX actuator.

Exlar GSX actuators are delivered as standard with high performance

lithium grease. This provides for capability to provide thousands of hours
of service between re-lubrication periods in most applications.
Some applications into which GSX actuators are deployed involve high
speed and high cycle rate with high acceleration, high force or a
combination. To provide cooling of the motor within the GSX actuator for
operation at the elevated current levels needed to perform these
applications, GSX actuators can be configured to be used with
recirculated oil lubrication. Using oil lubrication requires only low flow
rates and low pressures to provide significant additional cooling.
There are several application and actuator configuration details that
are involved in using a GSX with oil cooling, and any application that will
use oil cooling must be discussed with Exlar Application engineering so
that the correct actuator options can be selected, and the details of the
application reviewed.

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 In linear actuator applications where high speed motion exists it is
possible that the internal movement of the roller screw follower will act as
a pump and create oil pressure higher than allowed. Take care that the
oil pressure is monitored during cycling. If it appears that the pumping
action of the actuator is causing spikes in the oil pressure it is
recommended that the customer work directly with Exlar Engineering to
determine if actuator configuration changes or application changes are
required.
In all cases the reservoir in the lubrication system must be located
below the level of the actuator to prevent the “filling up” of the actuator.
There is a high likelihood that over time as a result of seal wear and
hardening, both external and internal leaks will develop. This will allow
the movement of small amounts of oil to undesirable locations,
specifically the encoder compartment and/or output rod. Exlar uses the
finest quality linear rod seals available, rated for pressures beyond what
should normally exist inside the actuator, however, over time you may
find small amounts of oil on the output rod (linear) or shaft (rotary) which
escaped through the output rod or shaft seal. In some cases this may
accumulate to form an occasional drip.
This becomes more critical when oil passes the feedback section seal
and begins to accumulate in the feedback compartment of the actuator.
Over time this oil may migrate to the encoder (if an encoder is used)
potentially causing a failure of the feedback device. To avoid this
intrusion situation and a possible untimely actuator failure, it is highly
recommended that a drain port be provided in the feedback section of
the actuator any time oil flow lubrication/cooling is employed. Since the
oiling system reservoir is located below the actuator, the drive can be
hooked directly to the reservoir with a plastic housing. It is recommended
to work with Exlar Application Engineering to determine the best actuator
configuration for your application.
A schematic of a possible example oil system is shown below. Exlar
Application Engineering can assist you in the development of your own
oil system, or suggest pre-packaged oil circulation systems.

The maximum allowable internal oil pressure for the GS/X

Series actuators is 10 psi. Take care to insure that this
pressure limit is maintained. Failure to do so may cause damage to
the internal sealing components.

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 Example Oil System Schematic

Exlar can recommend the appropriate oils for your specific application.
.
As shown in the schematic above, a check valve or other method of
pressure regulation should be used to maintain an internal actuator oil
pressure of 5 psi.
Filtering of 25 microns or better should be used. Simple radiators or
heat exchangers can be used to maintain oil temperature.

3.4 Mounting Configurations

The GS/X Series actuators come with a variety of mounting
configurations. The standard configurations available are Side Mount,
Extended Tie Rods, Rear Clevis and Front Flange. Side Mounted
Trunnions are also available for some units. Certified drawings are
available from Exlar. General drawings are shown in the Exlar catalog.

3.5 Mounting Considerations

Every effort should be made to minimize misalignment as much as is
possible. Misalignment of the GS/X Series actuator with respect to
whatever load the actuator is being used to move is of great concern.
Any misalignment will decrease the life of the components within the
actuator and also may create problems within the application associated
with misalignment.

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 Excessive side load on the output rod of the actuator will
dramatically reduce the life of the actuator and should be
avoided completely. Side load can be caused from misalignment or
loading that is not in line with the actuator output rod.

A GS/X Series actuator with the Side Mount option comes with
threaded holes in the faceplate and endplate. Exlar recommends using
hardened fasteners to mount a GS/X Series actuator to your machine
frame. Exlar also recommends threading the mounting fastener into as
much of the threaded hole in the actuator as possible; to prevent
stripping out the threads in the actuator’s mounting holes.

Note: Side Mount actuators may have reduced maximum

load rating.

A GS/X Series actuator with the Extended Tie Rod mounting option
comes with hex nuts on the faceplate that are tightened down enough to
keep the actuator together during shipping. When mounting the actuator
to your machine, these nuts should be removed and the tie rods should
be placed through the machine frame and the nuts used on the back side
of the machine’s mounting flange. The tie rod nuts should then be
tightened with a torque wrench to the following values:
GS/X20: 30 lbf-in (2.5 lbf-ft, 3.39 N-m)
GS/X30: 90 lbf-in (7.5 lbf-ft, 10.16 N-m)
GS/X40 and 45: 240 lbf-in (20 lbf-ft, 27.12 N-m)
GSX50: 600 lbf-in (50 lbf-ft, 67.79 N-m)
GS/X60: 600 lbf-in (50 lbf-ft, 67.79 N-m)

Failure to properly tighten the tie rods can cause damage

to the actuator and possible premature failure. Over-
tightening of the tie rods can cause damage to the actuator and
affect normal operation.

3.6 General Operation

The GS/X Series linear actuators function in the same manner as a
brushless servomotor. The servo amplifier is used to rotate the motor at
controlled speed and torque, and for controlled numbers of revolutions
and move times. This rotary motion is translated into linear motion by the
internal planetary roller screw mechanism of the GS/X Series linear
actuator.

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 See sections 2.6, 2.7 and 2.8 regarding the holding brake, external
limit switches and anti-rotate mechanisms that can affect the operation
and motion of the actuator.
The relationship between the rotary motion of the motor and the linear
motion of the actuator corresponds to the following relationships:

Linear Distance Traveled (in) = (Motor Revolutions)*(Roller Screw

Lead)

Linear Speed (in/sec) = ((Motor RPM) / 60)*(Roller Screw Lead)

Linear Force (lbf) = ((Motor Torque (in-lbf))*(2)*(efficiency)) / (Roller

Screw Lead (in))

All of the above relationships require proper anti-rotation of the GS/X

Series actuator rod.
For more information on sizing and selection of GS/X Series actuators
and servo amplifiers to power them, consult the sizing and selection
section of the Exlar catalog.

Motor RMS current must be maintained at a level below the

continuous current rating of the GS/X Series actuator or
damage to the motor stator will result.

The peak current setting must be maintained at a level below the

peak current rating of the GS/X Series actuator or damage to the
stator will result.

Care should be taken not to exceed the physical travel

limits of GS/X Series Actuators. Doing so will cause the
actuator to end-crash internally. End crashes can physically
damage the roller screw and the internal components of the
actuator. Care should be taken to avoid high speed impact with
objects of high rigidity that immediately stop the travel of the
actuator with no deceleration or energy absorption. An example
would be a high speed impact of two solid steel parts. The resulting
impact will create a very short effective deceleration time. Kinetic
energy contained in the rotating inertia of the actuator and motor
can possibly generate extremely high impact forces that exceed the
mechanical capacities of the actuator and cause physical damage
to the actuator. For applications requiring this type of impact,
contact Exlar application engineering to insure that the actuator is
properly sized or provisions are made to absorb the induced
energy.

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3.7 Manual Drive Operating Instructions

Important: If manually driving through a brake or high force is

necessary, please consult Exlar engineering. If a power tool is used
to operate the manual drive the speed should be limited to 600 RPM
An impact driver should never be used to operate the manual drive.
Extreme caution should be taken when approaching end of stroke
of the actuator or system.

1) Press down on the hex until you feel you have bottomed out the
manual drive. Constant downward force is required to maintain
engagement during operation.
2) Give the hex a slight turn while observing if you are moving the
rod or not. It is possible that during engagement the gear teeth
have not completely engaged; this will prevent the gears from
meshing. If the rod is not moving continue to press down while
turning the manual drive slowly until it pushes farther down.
When this happens you have proper gear engagement.
3) After gear engagement is achieved, the manual drive can be
operated. The maximum torque input for the manual drive should
not exceed the values shown in Table 1.
4) When the manual drive movement is completed, cease the
downward force and the manual drive will disengage.

Table 1- Maximum operating conditions

Model Maximum Torque in-lbs / (Nm)
GSX 20 10 / (1.1)
GSX 30 30 / (3.4)
GSX 40 40 / (4.5)
GSX 50 80 / (9.0)
GSX60 105 / (11.8)

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 Push down
Disengage
d

Engaged

Detailed Section View

4.0 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

4.1 Disassembly

If your actuator has a preloaded roller screw, do not

remove it from the cylinder. Preloaded screws require
special tooling and procedures for proper disassembly and
reassembly. Contact Exlar to arrange for maintenance of a
preloaded screw actuator.

Refer to the exploded view on the following page.

1.) Remove the actuator assembly from the machine by
disconnecting the cables, main rod coupling and actuator
mounting bolts or fasteners.
2.) If your unit does not have an external anti rotate assembly, skip
this step. Loosen the two machine screws that clamp the anti-
rotate cross member to the actuator output rod. Slide the anti-
rotate mechanism forward and off the actuator.
3.) Remove the rear tie rod nuts from the back of the actuator.

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 Extreme care should be taken when removing the tie rod
nuts or tie rods so as not to twist or pull on the end cap of
the actuator. The end cap houses the feedback device. Alignment of
this feedback device to the phases of the motor is critical to the
operation of the system. Some feedback devices are sensitive to
movement of their mounting surface once installed and can be
damaged if care is not taken.

4.) If your actuator does not have a front flange, skip this step. Slide
the front flange forward and off the actuator. The tie rods will
remain attached to the front flange.
5.) If your actuator has an internal brake or internal limit
switches, read the following three paragraphs before
proceeding. Remove the faceplate from the actuator by gently
pulling it forward. It is sealed by an O-ring, and does require
some force to remove. Take care not to damage the front seal on
the threads of the actuator output rod when removing the
faceplate.

Limit Switches
If your unit has internal limit switches, you will see that there is an
extension of the actuator case that houses the limit switches and has the
limit switch connector mounted to it. This case extension has a cylindrical
assembly inside it with mounting surfaces for the limit switches. Carefully
pull this entire assembly (case extension and face plate) forward to
remove it from the actuator. The mounting assembly for the switches is
not fastened to the case extension, so remove it slowly and ensure that
all of the parts are moving together so that damage is not done to the
switches or their wires.

Electric Brake
For units that have the EB option, there is also a case extension
similar to the limit switch option. The brake housing is fastened to the
back of the faceplate. The faceplate, case extension and brake housing
can be removed together by gently pulling the case extension and
faceplate forward. With the brake assembly removed, you will see the
brake spline attached to the roller screw cylinder. Remove the screws for
the spline assembly and remove it from the roller screw cylinder.
The RB option requires removal of the feedback device to access and
Exlar should be consulted for assistance, or the unit returned to Exlar.

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 If your actuator has a preloaded roller screw, do not
remove it from the cylinder. Preloaded screws require
special tooling and procedures for proper disassembly and
reassembly. Contact Exlar to arrange for maintenance of a
preloaded screw actuator.

6.) When the face plate and limit switch or brake assembly
(including spline) is removed, the thrust bearing and the open
end of the roller screw internally threaded cylinder (ITC) are
visible. The roller screw can be removed by turning it counter
clockwise and threading it out of the cylinder. It may be
necessary to hold the roller screw cylinder from turning to
remove the screw.

Exploded View of GS Series Actuator

4.2 Lubrication Maintenance

Grease lubricated units will require periodic inspection and renewal of
the bearing and roller screw grease. The table below shows the
recommended grease renewal period.

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 RMS Recommended Grease Renewal Period (hours)
Rotational CASE TEMP CASE TEMP 80° C CASE TEMP
speed(RPM) 65°C (149° F) (176° F) 95° C (203° F)
250 10,000 5,000 2,500
500 8,500 4,250 2,125
1000 6,000 3,000 1,500
1500+ 3,500 1,750 875

Grease Renewal
The angular contact thrust bearings located in the front of the actuator,
the roller screw cylinder, and the roller screw assembly are the
components that require grease. They require a coating of grease. They
do not need to be packed with grease. Excess grease only requires more
torque from the motor when returned to operation, and does not improve
the lubrication of the unit.
1.) Use a brush to work approximately 0.5 in3 of grease for every
3 inches of stroke length into the roller screw cylinder. Be sure to
cover all of the threaded areas of the cylinder.
2.) Use a brush to work grease in to the roller screw assembly. Be
sure to cover all the threaded surfaces of the screw assembly.
This can be accomplished by applying grease to a few places on
the roller screw assembly and rotating the components
repeatedly in both directions to work the grease into the
assembly.
3.) Force grease into the front of the thrust bearing assembly. Make
a concerted effort to insure that the grease is well worked in.
Grease must reach the bearing just behind the bearing that is
visible as well. Use the following amounts of grease for each size
roller screw and bearing: GS/X20: 0.5 in3 GS/X30: 0.75 in3
GS/X40/45: 1.0 in3 GSX50: 1.5 in3 GS/X60: 2.0 in3

Oil Lubrication
It is recommended to regularly check the oil during operation to insure
that it is flowing properly and maintaining case temperature. It is also
recommended to check the lubrication regularly to insure that the
lubricant being supplied to the actuator is clean. A filtering system is
required, 25 microns or better filtering is recommended.

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4.3 Reassembly
1.) Rethread the roller screw into the internally threaded cylinder
(ITC). It is a multiple start screw, and this is not always easy. DO
NOT FORCE THE ROLLER SCREW INTO THE CYLINDER. It
is best to have the actuator vertical with the open end of the
roller screw cylinder facing up. Position the roller screw above
the cylinder so that it is aligned axially with the ITC. Slowly turn
the roller screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn counterclockwise while in contact
with the ITC. This will help to align the threads on the roller
screw with the threads in the ITC. Rotate the roller screw
clockwise and it should begin to thread into the cylinder. If it does
not turn freely, remove it and begin again. When threading the
screw into the cylinder, it will roll freely into the actuator. When it
reaches the portion of the cylinder that contains the motor
magnets, the roller screw will be more difficult to turn because of
the magnetic field of the magnets. THIS IS NORMAL. Continue
to thread the roller screw into the cylinder. When it reaches the
bottom, it will become difficult to turn and the motor and bearings
will begin to rotate with it. The roller screw is now fully inserted
into the cylinder.
2.) Place a small amount of seal lubricant on the inside surface of
the seal/bushing assembly.
3.) Replace faceplate and case extension:

Units without Electric Brake or Limit Switch Options

Carefully slide the faceplate and bushing/seal assembly over the
actuator rod end, while guiding the tie rods through the holes in the rear
end cap of the actuator. The seal is a tight fit on the rod end. Take care
not to damage the seal on the threads of the extending rod. Standard
GS/X Series rods have a chamfer to provide a lead in for replacement of
the seal and bushing. Be sure that the faceplate seats completely and
squarely on the front of the actuator. The inner surface of the faceplate
provides the pre-loading for the bearings, and it is important that it is
properly seated.

Units with a Front Flange

Replace the faceplate. Remount front flange by sliding tie rods through
the holes in the faceplate and through the holes in the rear end cap.
Place the flange on the pilot diameter located on the front of the
faceplate.

Units with Limit Switches

Carefully replace the faceplate and case extension taking care not to
damage the seal on the threads of the rod end. Be sure to seat the
mating portion of the case extension fully and squarely into the actuator
housing. The inner surface of the case extension provides the pre-

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loading for the bearings, and it is important that it is properly seated. If
the tie rods are attached to the faceplate, slide them through the holes in
the end cap of the actuator.

Units with an Electric Brake

If power was removed from the brake when the actuator was
disassembled, the mating spline should be centered and in position to be
remounted to the brake spline.
Remount the spline assembly to the roller screw internally threaded
cylinder (ITC). Re-install the screws using Loc-tite 22231, and tighten to
secure spline assembly in place. It is important to insure that the brake
spline is square and fully seated when remounted to the cylinder.
With the spline assembly remounted to the roller screw cylinder, slide
the brake housing and case extension onto the actuator. Take care not
to damage the seal on the threaded portion of the rod. The mating of the
two spline halves is a very tight fit and can make reassembling a brake
unit very difficult. Press the case extension and brake assembly onto the
actuator housing so that the splines mate, and the case extension seats
fully. If the case extension does not seat fully the spline halves are not
mated and the brake will not work properly. When the contact between
the brake halves is felt, gently rotating the actuator extending rod
clockwise until it has traveled fully into the actuator can rotate the roller
screw cylinder. To achieve proper alignment of the spline halves, slowly
rotate the cylinder while pressing the brake extension onto the actuator.
As the splines align, the brake extension will fully seat onto the main
actuator housing.

4.) Replace the rear tie rod washers and nuts and tighten to the
proper torque. Tighten the nuts simultaneously by partially
tightening each in an opposing corner pattern until each is
torqued to the rated value shown below.

GS/X20: 30 lbf-in (2.5 lbf-ft, 3.39 N-m)

GS/X30: 90 lbf-in (7.5 lbf-ft, 10.16 N-m)
GS/X40/45: 240 lbf-in (20 lbf-ft, 27.12 N-m)
GSX50: 600 lbf-in (50 lbf-ft, 67.79 N-m)
GS/X60: 600 lbf-in (50 lbf-ft, 67.79 N-m)

5.) If your actuator has an external anti-rotate mechanism, slide the

rod of the anti-rotate mechanism rod or rods through the front
flange and into the guide bushing or bushings mounted to the
rear of the flange. Position the extending rod so that the wrench
flats are parallel to the long side of the flange. Slide the cross
member assembly of the anti-rotate mechanism over the end of
the rod and onto the wrench flats. Tighten the two screws that
clamp the assembly to the actuator rod.

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4.4 Seal Maintenance
It is recommended that at the suggested time of lubrication the main
rod seal and bushing assembly be replaced. The main rod seal can be
removed by threading it out of the face plate using a standard rod seal
gland wrench or spanner wrench. A new main rod seal can be slid over
the main rod, taking care not to touch the seal material to the threaded
rod end. To have this service performed for you, contact Exlar
Engineering or arrange with Exlar Returns Department to send your unit
in for service.

Main Rod Gland Seal and Bushing

Seal Kits for Grease-Lubricated Actuators

Standard Main Rod Seal

Gland Part Numbers Install Torque
GSX20 18929 100 lb-in (11.29 N-m)
GSX30 19020 200 lb-in (22.58 N-m)
GSX40/GS45 19021 360 lb-in (40.67 N-m)
GSX50 22706 660 lb-in (74.57 N-m)
GSX60 19022 900 lb-in (101.69 N-m)
Note: Some actuators are provided with special rod gland seals due to
chemical exposure or other special requirements. Contact Exlar if there
is a question about your particular actuator having a standard material
seal.

Main Rod Seal Gland Installation/Replacement:

1. Using proper sized gland or spanner wrench, remove existing
seal from actuator face plate, and slide off the actuator rod. This
will require the removal of any rod attachments. One source for
gland wrenches is Martin Fluid Power. http://www.mfpseals.com.

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Exlar Actuator Martin Fluid Power
Model Part No. Size (in) Description
GSX20-30 PH-0695900000 1/2, 5/8 Rod Gland Wrench
GSX40 PH-0695910000 1 Rod Gland Wrench
GSX50 PH-0695920000 1-3/8 Rod Gland Wrench
GSX60 PH-0695930000 1-3/4 Rod Gland Wrench

2. Remove the O-ring from the O-ring

grove located inside the opening from
which the seal was just removed.
3. Replace the O-ring with the O-ring
supplied with the new rod seal gland.
4. Taking care not to touch the seal material to any sharp rod
features such as threads, slide the seal on to the actuator rod
and to the face plate.
5. Using the appropriate gland and spanner wrench, tighten the
seal to the proper torque level indicated in the tables provided on
this page.

Optional Seal Kits for Oil-Lubricated Actuators

Kits Including Seal, Wiper, Back-up Kits Including Seal, Wiper, Back-up
Ring, O-ring Ring, O-ring and FSB
Model Part Number Install Model Part Number Install
Torque Torque
GSX20 PN 43527 100 lb-in GSX20 PN 43312 100 lb-in
(11.29 N-m) (11.29 N-m)
GSX30 PN 43528 200 lb-in GSX30 PN 40381 200 lb-in
(22.58 N-m) (22.58 N-m)
GSX40 PN 43529 360 lb-in GSX40 PN 40515 360 lb-in
(40.67 N-m) (40.67 N-m)
GSX50 PN 43530 660 lb-in GSX50 PN 40516 660 lb-in
(74.57 N-m) (74.57 N-m)
GSX60 PN 43531 900 lb-in GSX60 PN 43309 900 lb-in
(101.69 N-m) (101.69 N-m)

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5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES
This section provides you with guidelines and hints on troubleshooting
various problems that may be encountered during installation and
operation of your Exlar GS/X Series actuator.

Symptom / Trouble Possible Cause / Troubleshooting Procedure

No response from 1. Check amplifier for faults that may indicate
actuator. problem.
2. Check to insure that amplifier is enabled.
3. Check for proper wiring.
Actuator seems to be 1. Amplifier may be improperly tuned. Check all
enabled (receiving gain settings.
current) but is not If a motor file or parameters specific to your
operating or is amplifier/actuator combination have been
operating erratically. supplied by Exlar, be sure that they are
entered or downloaded properly.
2. Amplifier may be set up improperly for the
particular motor being used. Check amplifier
settings for number of poles, voltage, current,
resistance, inductance, inertia, etc.
3. Feedback wiring may be incorrect.
4. Feedback conductors are touching, or
feedback cable may be damaged.
5. Motor phases are wired incorrectly or in
incorrect order. (R, S, T).
6. Feedback (resolver or encoder) is improperly
aligned. Contact Exlar.
Actuator cannot move 1. Load is too large for the capacity of the
load. actuator or too much friction is present.
2. Excessive side load.
3. Misalignment of output rod to load.
4. Amplifier has too low of current capacity or is
limited to too low of current capacity.
Actuator housing 1. Check actuator mounting. Insure that the
moves or vibrates actuator is securely mounted.
when shaft is in 2. Amplifier is improperly tuned (wrong gain
motion. settings.) Tune amplifier.
Output rod rotates 1. Install Exlar anti-rotation assembly or
during motion and incorporate anti-rotation into the application.
thus does not provide
proper linear motion.
Limit switches not 1. Limit switches are wired improperly. Refer to
functioning. manual.

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 2. The device being driven by the limit switches is
not compatible with the electrical output of the
limit switch. Check device requirements.
3. Switches have been damaged by improper
wiring or improper voltage applied. Replace
switches.
Brake does not hold 1. Load is larger than the capacity of the brake.
load in place. -check load level against actuator rating
-oil lubricated units reduce holding capacity of
the brake
2. Brake is not engaged. (Power is not removed,
or only partially removed from brake).
3. Brake is being used as other than a power loss
holding brake.
Actuator is 1. Insufficient cooling for application
overheating. requirements. See oil cooling section of this
manual or Exlar catalog or contact Exlar
engineering.
2. Actuator is being operated outside of
continuous ratings.
3. Amplifier is poorly tuned causing excessive
unnecessary current to be applied to motor.
Check Gain settings.

5.1 Returning Product for Repair

STANDARD EVALUATION AND REPAIR LEADTIME:
 Lead-time is dependent upon production capacity and level of
demand. Please contact the factory for current lead-time.
EXPEDITED EVALUATION LEADTIME:
 An additional charge per unit can be quoted to expedite an
evaluation.
 Ability to expedite is dependent upon production capacity and
level of demand. Please contact the factory for current expedited
evaluation lead-time.
PROCEDURE:
 Please discuss the return with Exlar Technical Support prior to
requesting an RGA number to see if it is possible to resolve the
issue prior to return.
 If it is determined that an RGA number is required, please do so
by completing an online RGA request form located at
http://exlar.com/return-authorization-request/
– International Repairs: Closely follow instructions
provided by the Exlar Returned Goods Administrator.

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 Failure to comply with issued instructions may result in
delays for repair and return.
 Exlar requires a purchase order at the time of RGA; $750 on
warranty returns (refunded if warranty status is confirmed by the
factory), or for the desired service package charge per unit on all
non-warranty units.

6.0 GSX FORCE MEASURING OPTION

6.1 Overview
This option features an internal strain gage type load cell. The load cell
is factory preloaded to approximately 10,000 pounds. This preload can
be measured by applying the 10V excitation and reading the mV output,
and scaling the output by the calibration factor.
Example: If the calibration factor is 1.656 mV/V at full load and the
excitation supply is 10 volts, and the output signal is .894 mV, then
without any external load on the actuator, the preload is:

Q = .894 x 20000/ (1.656 x 10) = 1079 pounds

This preload will vary with time and temperature. Note that power
supplies commonly used with load cells will also amplify the output signal
to volts rather than millivolts.

6.2 Operation
Prior to applying load, sample the signal, either at rest or during move
to load. Determine best method to minimize friction biasing.
At application of load, sample the signal and compare to unloaded
value. The result is the load.

Example: Given the preload Q of 1079 pounds and the signal after a
load is applied is .338 mV, what is the load?

P = (.894-.338) x 20000 / (1.656 x 10) = 671 pounds

Note a positive value indicates the load is a compressive load on the

actuator rod and a negative value indicates a tensile load on the rod
actuator.

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6.3 Specifications and Calibration Data

GSX40 Specifications
Excitation: 10VDC
Input Impedance: 352 Ohms
Output Impedance: 353 Ohms
Electrical Leakage: Infinite Meg Ohm

Capacities:
500 – 4000 lbs
200 Hz frequency response
For specifications on other frame sizes please contact Exlar
Applications Engineering Dept.

6.4 Wiring Code

Wiring for the load cell connector depends on the type of connectors
used on the actuator for power and feedback. If the connection option
selects MS style connectors, an MS style load cell connector is used. If
the connection option selects M23 or other style of connectors, an M12
eurofast style connector is used.

Mating cable for the MS style connector is CBL-ASSY1-SMA-xxx

(length in ft.).
Pin Function
A ( + )Excitation 10V
B ( - ) Excitation
C ( - ) Output
D ( + ) Output
E
F Shield
G
H

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 Mating cable for the M12 Euro style connector is CBL-ASSY1-SM1-
xxx (length in ft.).
Pin Function
1 ( + )Excitation 10V
2 ( - ) Excitation
3 ( - ) Output
4 ( + ) Output
5 Shield

7.0 GSX CLASS I DIVISION 2 OPTION

Class I division 2 products are provided with an electrical box
containing terminal blocks for wiring. The electrical box has two NPT
ports for customer conduit connection. It is the responsibility of the
installer to insure that the interconnecting wire, cabling and conduit meet
any local or regional required electrical codes and standards.

7.1 Terminal Box Wiring Diagram

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7.2 Class I Division 2 Terminal Box Terminations
Exlar uses spring clamp terminals for maximum vibration resistance
and ease of connection
 Tin-plated terminals and stainless steel spring clamps for
resistance to corrosion and vibration
 Spring clamp design to minimize stress relaxation and maintain
contact force, even under vibration

To use spring clamp terminals:

1. Strip the wire to .5 inch (12-13 mm). Longer is better than shorter
since you can always trim to fit.
2. Open the terminal by inserting a flat blade screwdriver into the
spring release and slide wire in until it stops.

3. Make sure exposed wire is in the clamp, not insulated wire.

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 4. Remove the screwdriver. The clamp pressure will keep the wire
in place. No exposed wire should protrude past the cage opening

7.3 Terminal Box Dimensions

GSX30; GSX40

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 GSX50; GSX60

Note: Applications with 20A rms or greater will require the larger
terminal box.

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8.0 CERTIFICATIONS

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Per EU directives implemented on April 20th, 2016 the following requirement for
requirement must be followed by Importers and Distributors.

The requirements for importers include:

Importers shall indicate their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark and the
postal address at which they can be contacted on the apparatus (unless that is not
possible, in which case it should be included on the packaging or in an accompanying
document).

Importers shall ensure that the product is accompanied by instructions and safety
information in a language which can be easily understood by end-users, as determined by
the Member State concerned.

Importer is to translate the EU declaration of conformity into the languages required by the
member state(s), where the product is sold.” Importers shall keep a copy of the EU
declaration of conformity (for 10 years).

Importers shall provide a reasoned request from a competent national authority and provide
it with all the information and documentation in paper or electronic form necessary to
demonstrate the conformity of a product in a language which can be easily understood by
that authority.

Importers shall ensure that, while apparatus is under their responsibility, its storage or
transport conditions do not jeopardize its compliance with the safety objectives.

Importer shall corrective action necessary when they consider or have reason to believe
that the product is not in conformity with its directive(s).

The requirements for distributor include:

Distributors shall indicate their name, registered trade name or registered trade mark and
the postal address at which they can be contacted on the apparatus (unless that is not
possible, in which case it should be included on the packaging or in an accompanying
document).

Distributor shall ensure that apparatus is accompanied by instructions and safety

information in an appropriate language. Distributor shall translate the EU declaration of
conformity into the languages required by the member state(s), where the product is sold.”
Distributors shall keep a copy of the EU declaration of conformity (for 10 years).

Distributor shall ensure that, while apparatus is under their responsibility, its storage or
transport conditions do not jeopardize its compliance with the safety objectives.

Distributor shall corrective action necessary when they consider or have reason to believe
that the product is not in conformity with its directive(s).

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CSA Certified Product

The GSX Linear Actuators are marked as shown after

passing a rigorous set of design and testing criteria
developed by CSA International (C22.2 No. 139). This
label indicates that CSA certifies this product to be safe
when installed according to the installation guidelines and used with the
scope of the product specifications.

 Maximum Rated Force: Up to 3,457 lbf (15.3 kN)

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