Servo Controller includes CAN and Ethernet communication.

Quicksilver Controls, Inc Jul 19, 2006

Press Release Summary:

SilverDust IG8 servo controller allows network of field devices using CAN to work simultaneously with supervisory network using RS232, RS485, or Ethernet. Controller features 12-48 Vdc input power; eight 5-24 Vdc isolated, bi-directional I/O; and 4 analog inputs. Single 50 ft cable for motor and encoder signals has noise rejection and minimal voltage drop. Depending on model, controller provides torque to 2,000 rpm.

Original Press Release:

QuickSilver's Newest Servo Controller Includes Ethernet and CAN

QuickSilver Controls, Inc. responds to industry's demand for low cost network support with its newest single axis controller/driver. The SilverDust IG8 communication options include RS232, RS485, CAN and Ethernet. This multi-channel architecture allows for a network of field devices using CAN to work simultaneously with a supervisory network using RS232, RS485 or Ethernet.

The SilverDust IG8, part of the SilverLode controller family, is designed to servo, QuickSilver's high torque NEMA 17 and NEMA 23 frame I-Grade step motor/encoders and includes breakouts for power, communications and I/O. Closed loop control (servo) of a stepmotor, provides all the accuracy of a traditional servomotor at a lower cost and with superior torque for applications up to 2000 RPM (depending on model).

The IG8 only uses a single cable for both motor and encoder signals. At 50', the cable has minimal voltage drop and excellent noise rejection.

Other IG8 Features:
o 12-48V DC Input Power
o Built-In Voltage Clamp and Power Resistor to dissipate excess power generated during rapid decelerations.
o 8 5-24VDC, Isolated, Bi-Directional I/O
o 4 Analog Inputs
o 32K Non-Volatile Memory
o R2-232/485,CAN, Ethernet
o 100:1 Inertial Miss-Match
o PVIA(TM) Servo Loop
o Point To Point Moves
o Profile Moves
o Electronic Gearing/Camming
o SSI Encoder Interface

For more details, see the datasheets on QuickSilver's website.