The LCA example used here is from MISUMI catalog standard component application example:1, transfer mechanism with an XY table. In this example, two single axis units need to be assembled into an X(lower axis) Y(lower axis) unit perpendicularly. The key of cost savings is to start with a design that is inherently easy to perform the final assembly.
The subject of orthogonal mounting of a two-axis unit will be explained in three sessions.

(1) Approach to realizing assembly accuracy

Each component that constitutes an XY table (linear guides, ballscrew, linear bushing/shafts, etc.) has guaranteed straightness built in, but assembling the parts into an XY table requires certain level of orthogonal accuracy. If the design approach is inappropriate, it may not only end up as an expensive system due to much wasted efforts, but with shortcomings such as low reliability and difficulties in maintenance work.

The following is the basic design and production approach.

(2) What is a design that is easy to obtain accurate assembly? (see [Fig.1])

An adept designer would build-in the required properties (orthogonality in this case) into the design drawings. To do this, the designer needs to visualize the following.

The designer applies into the drawings the elements that induce accuracy in assembly based on the images 1. and 2.

(3) Reason for embedding ease of assembly accuracy into drawings

The parts that require assembled accuracies are produced with machine tools capable of micron level accuracies over the length of the parts. Therefore, the parts can be produced with assembly guides offering built-in accuracies, eliminating needs for highly trained assembling personnel.

(4) How to build-in assembly accuracies into drawings? (see [Fig.2])

By following the concept below.