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Cartesian Motion System has building-block modular design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 07:41:36 -0500

Including electromechanical and pneumatic axes, bolt-together connection technology, and aluminum structural framing, camoLINE Cartesian Motion System provides complete flexibility by allowing users to locate holes as needed, work within broad configuration parameters, select from 3 types of actuators, and change the configuration quickly. It also includes pneumatic, ball screw, and belt-drive actuators to ensure positioning accuracy or fast travel speeds according to system demands.

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Motion Controller handles multi-axis synchronization.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:42:16 -0500

Featuring SPiiPlus PLC and CANOpen master support, RoHS-compliant SPiiPlus SAR-LT 2-, 4-, 6-, or 8-axis controller provides opto-isolated single-ended position event generator and position registration I/Os. It can be implemented in systems with servo/step motors and supports Hall Commutation. Mode support includes point-to-point, jog, segmented, master-slave, and arbitrary path with PVT cubic interpolation. Unit also offers third-order profile generation with on-the-fly changes.

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Machine Controls provide multi-axis motion control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:42:02 -0500

Available in 9 and 11 in. enclosures for 2-4 axes, MC4U Systems integrate controllers, drives, power supplies, and additional I/O and networking capabilities to provide complete control of machine automation functions. MC4U 9" rack interfaces with 4 encoder feedbacks, has single HSSI channel, single RS232 communication port, and 2 Ethernet ports. Also interfacing with 4 encoder feedbacks, MC4U 11" rack features 2 HSSI channels, single RS232 communication port, and 2 Ethernet ports.

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Servo Drive supports up to 6 A of continuous current.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 07:59:25 -0500

Bassoon Servo Drive with Absolute Encoder offers up to 1.9 kW of continuous power and 3.8 kW peak for ac, dc, and linear motors. It integrates position, digital current, and digital velocity loops with auto tuning adjustment capabilities. Unit is available as digital position, velocity, or current mode amplifier, as network drive in distributed motion systems using CANOpen interface, or as standalone motion controller for single axis servo control.

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Programmable Touch Controllers incorporate haptics driver.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 07:43:59 -0500

PureTouch(TM) LDS6010 and LDS6040 integrate haptics driver, designed to heighten responsiveness of tactile effects, for use with mobile phone touch-input controls. Driver supports ERM (eccentric rotating mass) and LRA (linear resonant actuator) vibration motors. Compatible with Immersion Corporation VibeTonzÂ® advanced haptic platform for mobile phones, controllers feature 15 touch sensor inputs, consume less than 200 ÂµW in full power mode, and have 1.8 V operating voltage.

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Speed Controls survive in harsh environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:01:42 -0500

Fully encapsulated to meet IP65 standards, MMP 25 A Series Electronic Controls are designed for battery-powered applications that require adjustable output voltage. Measuring 1 x 2 x 4 in., they provide 25 A continuous current at 12, 24, or 48 Vdc, delivering up to 600 W of continuous output power. Units can deliver up to 40 A of peak current for peak output power capacity of 960 W and are provided with 7 quick-connect terminals for connecting to power, motor leads, and potentiometer.

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Motion Control System optimizes machine automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:36:56 -0500

Generic Motion Control combines robotics, complex CNC 3D processing, linked axis movements, and single-axis positioning in one homogenous system. CNC cycle times of 400 Âµs allow path precision in sub-micron range. In addition to parameter configuration and movement program operation, predefined visualization components provide simulation, logging, and process diagnostics. Flexible system architecture and large number of functions enable machine line customization.

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Motion Control Modules provide all-digital solution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:36:55 -0500

Available in PC-based, stand-alone, or rack-mounted multi-axis models, SPiiPlus HP Series supports direct-connected servo or stepper motors and HSSI-networked servo drives. Units offer 20 kHz update rate for all controlled loops, plus PIV control algorithms and filters that can be customized to address special needs. With SpiiPlus HP Series, up to 10 programs can be run simultaneously with multiple interactions and synchronized processes.

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Piezo Stage Controller offers multi-axis trajectory control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 07:45:57 -0500

Designed for piezo nanopositioning systems with up to 6 axes, E-712 features up to 50 kHz sensor update rate, 20-bit D/A converters, and 600 MHz processor. It has Ethernet interface for remote control, real-time operating system, integrated power amplifiers, and optional external high-power amplifiers. With higher-order polynomials-based digital linearization algorithms, unit offers positioning accuracy of 99.999% of travel range, and also eliminates tracking errors.

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Stepper Motor Controller is IP20-rated.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:00:51 -0500

Designed for X20 controller and I/O system, X20 stepper motor controller features 4 inputs for end switches/encoders, and automatic motor detection when booting and stall detection that identifies overload situations or any unwanted blocking of motor. Stepper motor connections can resolve each full step into up to 256 microsteps. Offering integration with Automation Studio and Soft CNC, unit is designed for bipolar 2-phase stepper motors, 1 A (24 V) or for 3 A (18-48 V) rated current.

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Motion Control Kits enable rapid design verification.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:39:50 -0500

Bundling any one of over 156,000 MDrivePlus products, QuickStart Kits include instruction guide, software/manuals CD, and connecting cabling. Electrically isolated, in-line communications converter comes pre-wired with mating connector to set/program communication parameters for SPI, RS-422/485, or CANopen via computer's USB port. Prototype Development Cables speed test/development with pre-wired MDrivePlus mating connectors that have flying leads at opposite ends for interface to I/O and power.

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Motion Control System suits precise multi-axis applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 07:43:05 -0500

Designed to meet machine builders' current automation needs, TMC-3D combines 8-axis motion controller and digital servo drive in same unit. Based on MotionChip(TM) technology, it controls (via CAN-bus) up to 8 Technosoft intelligent drives (including itself). Embedded servo drive is designed for dc, brushless, and step motors up to 640 W. Controller generates 3D and 2Â½-D trajectories and sends reference to slaves as PVT (position, velocity, time) points via CAN-bus.

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Motion Controller drives ceramic servo motors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 23 May 2008 07:41:12 -0500

Combining high performance motion controller with 1 or 2 axes of Nanomotion drivers, Flex DC is supported with easy to use GUI for machine set up and tuning. The 8 kHz control seamlessly integrates into any FB series linear or rotary stage and is provided in stand alone package or with rack mounting kit. Optional sine/cosine encoder input allows for high resolution motion control.

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Piezo Controller System is available with 3 or 6 axes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:17 -0500

Modular Digital Piezo Controller System E-712 offers up to 50 kHz sensor update rate. It includes 20-bit D/A converters enabling subnanometer position resolution over travel ranges of over 1,000 Âµm. Featuring real-time OS, it offers auto-calibration and remote control via TCP/IP interface. Software-tunable proportional-integral digital servo with 2 notch filters allows operation of piezomechanics close to resonant frequency. USB, RS-232, and Ethernet interfaces are included.

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Photovoltaic Panel Scribing System travels up to 2.5 m.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:37:20 -0500

SolarScribe Photovoltaic Panel Scribing System includes both mechanical and air-bearing versions of split-axis and gantry-style systems to accommodate all PV/FPD scribing applications. Controlled by Automation 3200 control system, it can maintain tight control of geometric characteristics such as dynamic straightness. Options include single or multiple step-axis carriages, Z and theta correction axes with integral brake, and machine base/isolation systems.

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Interface Controller is designed for motion applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:36:07 -0500

Featuring Motion Field Network capability engineered to control stepper and servo motors, MLH20-1030 Mechatrolink-II Interface Controller Card can execute various critical motion profiles at speeds to 10 Mbps. Features include: 2 inputs (start and emergency stop); output interface with photo coupler input/output circuitry; memory space that possesses 256 bytes at 100 H; bus logic power source below dc +5 V Â±5%, 1.0 A; and sensor I/F power source of dc +24 V below 0.1 A.

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Grinder Control comes with quick set-up capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 07:44:32 -0500

Designed specifically as retrofit package for Cincinnati Milacron-Heald grinding machines, Grinder Control Platform utilizes integrated digital servo system with custom programmable automation controller. It includes high speed, multi-tasking controller, integrated motion control, color touch screen operator interface, intelligent motor control, and custom grinding software. Grind cycles can be optimized to save seconds in both ID and OD applications.

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Digital Drive delivers 3,000 W for motion control jobs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 07:36:37 -0500

Compatible with dc brush, brushless dc, and microstepping motors, IONÂ® 3000 combines CAN bus and serial communications, power amplification, and Magellan(TM) Motion Control IC in one enclosed package. It accepts commands over network to control trajectory generation, position loop, current loop, and other motion control features. User-selectable profiling modes include S-curve, trapezoidal, velocity contouring, and electronic gearing as well as pulse and direction.

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Rack-Mount Motion Controller commands precision operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:53:19 -0500

Featuring customized algorithms for precise control, SPiiPlus 3U provides sub-nanometer resolution using optional Sin-Cos encoders with multiplier factor of up to 65,536. Digital, incremental encoders for all axes offer dual loop options, and position event generator with sub-microsecond delay ensures smooth motion and accuracy. This 2-, 4-, 6-, or 8-axis motion controller supports range of motion modes and features third-order profile generation.

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Smart Ethernet I/O Controller utilizes RISC processor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:45:38 -0500

Housed in 3.88 x 4.26 x 1.30 in. metal enclosure with D-type connectors, Model RIO-47120 contains 8 analog inputs, 8 analog outputs, 16 optically isolated inputs, 8 high-power isolated outputs rated at 500 mA each, and 8 isolated outputs rated at 25 mA each. Voltage range for analog inputs and outputs is user-programmable at 0-5, 0-10, Â±5, and Â±10 V. Powered by PoE or external 18-36 Vdc supply, controller includes Ethernet 10/100Base-T port and RS232 port up to 115 Kbaud.

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