Manual Rotary Table Technical Parameters
Manual rotary tables provide low-cost solutions for high-precision positioning requirements in imaging systems, machine tools, and industrial automation. When coupled with a stepper motor, a servo motor, or a rotary encoder, a manual rotary table can provide precise positioning with high repeatability and accuracy. Manual rotary tables have some common characteristics which distinguish them from other types of positioning systems. These include mechanical design, mounting options, and control requirements.
Mechanical Design
Manual rotary tables are typically composed of three main parts – the central hub, a gear ring and the gear motor. The central hub is the basis of the rotary table, providing the structure upon which the other components are mounted. The gear ring is the outer wheel portion which provides gear teeth used in transferring the motor’s force to the table’s rotation. The gear motor is the primary actuating device on the system, providing the necessary torque for table movement.
Mounting Options
Manual rotary tables feature a range of mounting options to help facilitate installation. Typically, four bolts or nuts are used to hold the gear ring securely in place. This mounting configuration can be used to attach the rotary table to a stationary base or any type of stationary component. Additionally, some manual rotary table models feature a center bore with chuck or sleeve mounted gear boxes for easy installation.
Control Requirements
Manual rotary tables require an external controller device such as a stepper motor controller to provide positional information. In some models, an encoder is used in conjunction with the stepper motor controller to provide precise and accurate control. This type of control allows the user to achieve high repeatability and accuracy with the manual rotary table’s movement. Additionally, manual rotary tables are capable of accepting manual input input directly and providing accurate positioning with minimal latency.
Conclusion
Manual rotary tables provide low-cost solutions for high-precision positioning applications. They feature a range of design characteristics and mounting options which make them ideal for a variety of systems. By coupling the table with a motor controller, manual input, or an encoder, users can achieve precise and accurate positioning with repeatability and accuracy.
