Stepper Drive / Controller

The new ACR7000 series combines performance, value and scalability that meets and exceeds OEM expectations. Built on the wellknown ACR9000 platform, the 7000 series utilizes re-imagined hardware designs, well-suited for table top and laboratory style instruments. Microstepping drives are integrated with the multi-axis motion controller into a single package, saving space, cabling, and reducing installation complexity.

Stepnet Plus TEL is a high-performance DC powered microstepping drive for control of hybrid stepping motors via EtherCAT using the CAN Application protocol for EtherCAT (CoE). Microstepping modes are Profile Position, Interpolated Position Mode (PVT), and Homing. With encoder feedback, the TEL can operate a stepper as a brushless servo motor, enabling Cyclic Sync Position/Velocity/ Torque operation.

As well as operating on EtherCAT networks, the TEL also supports the following traditional control modes: step/direction, RS-232 ASCII, master encoder for gearing and camming, digital input commands to initiate predetermined motion sequences.

Drive commissioning is fast and simple using CME 2™ software operating under Windows® and communicating with the TEL via RS-232 or an EtherCAT network.

Feedback from incremental and absolute encoders is supported. A multi-mode encoder port functions as an input or output depending on the drive’s basic setup. As an input it takes feedback from a secondary encoder to create a dual-loop position control system or as a master encoder for driving a cam table.

With its all-digital, DC-powered design, the ViX family of awardwinning drives and drive/controllers offers a new level of economical servo performance. Available in both drive-only and intelligent-drive/controller platforms, the ViX family gives users a robust and cost-effective DC product, particularly in multi-axis applications.

The MForce MicroDrive Motion Control is a high performance microstepping driver integrated with a full featured programmable motion controller.

• RS-422/485 or CANopen communications
• 3.0 A RMS (4.2 A peak) output current
• +12 to +48 VDC input voltage
• Robust programmable I/O (up to 12 general purpose points) with input filtering
• Powerful instruction set with advanced math functions using 1-2 character mnemonics
• Step/Direction I/O for electronic gearing

The SPiiPlus PDMnt provides the ability to add up to four step motor and servo motor drives with Pulse/Dir interface to an EtherCAT network using any of ACS’ EtherCAT masters. Each of the drive interfaces consists of Pulse/Dir, limit switches, enable and fault feedback.

• Four axis Pulse Direction interface Module for EtherCAT network
• Open loop control of Servo or Step motor drives with Pulse/Direction interface
• High frequency programmable pulse rate for triggering lasers
• Up to 4M pulses per second
• Eight digital inputs and eight digital outputs