Embedded Controller offers 4 axis motion control.

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Suited for general machine automation and testing, PEC-3240 offers variety of motion control functions, such as 2/3-axis linear, 2-axis circular interpolation, continuous interpolation, T/S-curve speed profile, and position limit detection. It features 4-axis motion control, 32-channel isolated digital I/O, and operates in temperatures from -10 to 65°C. Fanless and diskless with no internal cabling, compact device is vibration resistant and measures only 244 x 152 x 59 mm.



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Advantech Launches Its First Embedded Motion Controller



(Cincinnati, Ohio - 07/24/09) - The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the PEC-3240 Embedded Motion Controller providing a unique combination of integrated processing, control, and communications. The PEC-3240 features 4-axis motion control, 32-channel isolated digital I/O, and an Intel® Celeron® M CPU making it a robust all-in-one automation controller.

By providing a variety of motion control functions, such as 2/3-axis linear, 2-axis circular interpolation, continuous interpolation, T/S-curve speed profile, and position limit detection, the PEC-3240 is an ideal software ready solution for general machine automation and testing applications. The PEC-3240 is fanless and diskless with no internal cabling, making it resistant to vibration and allowing it to operate in harsh environments with temperature ranges from -10 to 65°C. Moreover, its dimensions are compact at 244 x 152 x 59 mm, making the PEC-3240 one of the smallest embedded motion controllers on the market.

The PEC-3240 supports Windows® 2000/XP, Windows XP Embedded OS, and has pre-installed drivers to control motion and IO functions, shortening system development time and allowing it to be seamlessly integrated into diverse applications.

For more information, or to purchase, please contact Advantech at 1-800-205-7940 or your regional Advantech authorized distributor.

Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group

Founded in 1983, the Industrial Automation Group of Advantech Corporation is a pioneer in eAutomation technology; combining connectivity, flexibility and ruggedness with today's most reliable PC-based automation technologies. Product offerings include: Open HMI platforms, Industrial Ethernet, Automation Controllers, Automation Software, Embedded Automation Computers, Distributed I/O Modules, Plug-in I/O, and Industrial Communication solutions for a wide array of industries. With more than 20 years experience in providing a full range of products to different vertical markets, the Industrial Automation Group is proving to be a globally leading Automation Product and Services provider. US operations for the Industrial Automation Group are based in Cincinnati, OH (800-205-7940).

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