maxon releases multi-axis motion controller for robots

maxon has actually launched an ultra-compact, programmable multi-axis movement controller for as much as 6 axes. The maxon MicroMACS6 master controller offers high efficiency movement control in a bundle simply 55mm long, boosting ingrained layout assimilation for robotic and equipment contractors. Combination versatility is accomplished with interactions user interface choices consisting of USB, CANopen, and EtherCAT.

The MicroMACS6 movement controller is developed for ingrained assimilation in kinematic applications, such as delta, SCARA, and light-weight robotics. Portable dimension and weight make the movement controller helpful for mobile robotics, consisting of AGVs (automated directed cars). Multi-axis movement control implies the MicroMACS6 can likewise improve performance and effectiveness for equipments and systems such as pick-and-place applications.

The MicroMACS6 master movement controller attains multi-axis sychronisation as a kinematics team, or it can set and manage axes independently. MicroMACS6 can manage as much as 6 electric motor controllers, consisting of a mix of maxon EPOS4 placement controllers and maxon ESCON rate controllers. The controller includes a series of movement features, such as course generator with sinusoidal/trapezoidal accounts, placement and rate control feed ahead, along with placement marker/touch probe.

The movement controller allows functional tool assimilation many thanks to its I/O range, consisting of 6 electronic inputs with complimentary programmable performance. Additionally, MicroMACS6 includes 2, complimentary programable analogue inputs with a 12-bit resolution, running within a series of 0 to +10 V and at a regularity of 1kHz, giving exact signal control.

Holding 4 electronic results with complimentary programmable performance, MicroMACS6 likewise consists of a 25kHz PWM ability. The controller likewise consists of a DIP button to set up Node ID, along with container Bus Discontinuation setups, making certain smooth interactions links.

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Giving versatile network assimilation, along with connection to a series of outer gadgets, MicroMACS6 sustains different interactions choices, consisting of a complete rate USB user interface. MicroMACS6 sustains the CANopen method, working as both a master and servant, and adhere to CiA 301 CANopen application layer and CiA 402 movement control accounts. The movement controller likewise provides compatibility with EtherCAT by means of Ethernet.

MicroMACS6 evaluates simply 26g and steps 21mm high, 40mm large, and 55mm long. Rapid setup is accomplished by means of 2, M2.5 screw installing factors.

OEMs can accomplish quick and uncomplicated programs by means of global languages consisting of MS Aesthetic C# and MS Aesthetic C++, along with maxon’s ApossC_SDK language. For appointing and administration, maxon’s ApossIDE setup software application allows quick set up and usage. MicroMACS6 works with Windows 10 and 7 os, and offers accessibility to Windows DLL for Computer in 32-bit and 64-bit variations.

The controller has actually likewise been created for usage sought after atmospheres, and long lasting layout makes sure trusted procedure in temperature levels varying from -30 ° C to 55 ° C, along with moisture as high as 90%.

The controller runs with a reasoning supply voltage minimum 8V and optimum 28V.

The brand-new multi-axis movement controller can be integrated with a maxon portable drive, accomplishing a total movement control system. The firm’s designers likewise give bespoke portable drive system layout, certain to application demands.