Machine Controller is offered with advanced drive module.
Press Release Summary:
Integrated modular control system, MC4U, is offered with 4-axis universal digital drive module, DDM3U-4-320V, which suits positioning applications involving linear/rotary servomotors, step motors, and induction motors. Drive module/amplifier is fully controlled by dedicated servo processor at controller level, promoting use of advanced control algorithms such as MIMO. It comes in 2- or 4-axis versions, with 1 A continuous/3 A peak current or 3 A continuous/9 A peak rating per axis.
Original Press Release:
ACS Develops Advanced Drive Module for Its MC4U Integrated Control System
Advanced DDM3U drive module provides high-performance while reducing space and costs...
PLYMOUTH, MN (May 4, 2009) - ACS Motion Control, an international manufacturer of advanced multi-axis motion and machine controllers, has enhanced the drive operation of its MC4U integrated modular control system with the development of an advanced 4-axis high-voltage universal digital drive module. Designated the DDM3U-4-320V, this high-density drive module is the newest component available for ACS' MC4U machine controller. The DDM3U is ideal for demanding positioning applications including linear and rotary servomotors, step motors, and induction motors.
Compared to other network-based solutions that have expensive logic and control components at the drive level, the DDM3U amplifier is fully controlled by a dedicated servo processor at the controller level. This reduces cost and improves performance, allowing for more advanced control algorithms including multiple input-multiple output (MIMO) control.
"The DDM3U enables advanced drive operation in an MC4U system to provide industry-leading performance while reducing space and costs," said Jason Georges, account manager at ACS Motion Control. "No other high-density, low cost product available today achieves the level of performance seen with this multi-axis PWM drive in an MC4U integrated machine control system."
Universal control algorithms and HW construction of these drives allow users to employ many different types of motors with the same HW, including DC brush motors, DC brushless/AC Servo motors (2 or 3 phase), stepper motors (open loop or sinusoidally commutated closed loop), and AC induction motors. This feature enables customers to design with a flexibility level that is not readily available in most other products.
The card comes in a 2- or 4-axis version, with 1A continuous / 3A peak current rating or a 3A continuous / 9A peak current rating (per axis). The DDM3U provides up to 800W of continuous power (2400W peak) per axis and operates at 24-320Vdc Customers are guaranteed power protection to the DDM3U with over and under voltage protection, phase-to-phase and grounded short-circuit protection, over-current and over-temperature protection, and control supply missing protection.
The DDM3U is specifically designed for use in ACS' MC4U system, combining powerful SW tools, excellent servo control, and high-performance electronics. Allowing a fully integrated 4-axis system controller to fit in a 9" MC4U chassis, or a 6-axis fully integrated system to fit in an 11" MC4U. The high-density layout makes this product ideal for space and cost limited applications.
Contact ACS for pricing and lead time information.
For more information about ACS Motion Control, contact ACS at 6575 City West Parkway, Eden Prairie, MN 55344; call 763-559-7669 ext.131; e-mail jasong@acsmotioncontrol.com; or go to www.acsmotioncontrol.com.
About ACS Motion Control
An international manufacturer of advanced multi-axis motion controllers, machine controllers and integrated control modules, ACS provides standard and custom products that combine power and precision to deliver flexible, economical, user-friendly motion and machine control solutions. Established in 1985, ACS' international headquarters is located in Israel and its North American headquarters resides in Eden Prairie, MN. ACS also has facilities in South Korea, Germany, and distributors worldwide that deliver dependable customer service and product support. ACS is an ISO9001 certified manufacturing facility, demonstrating its continuous commitment to providing customers with reliable devices that are thoroughly tested with the latest available techniques.
