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News Release from: Copley Controls Corp | Subject: StepNet AC drives
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 01 April 2008
One-size-fits-all drive on the panel
StepNet AC drives incorporate command, encoder and communications interfaces that allow users to apply the single model to a wide range of stand-alone and networked applications.
StepNet panel-mounting AC drives from Copley Controls run directly from 115 and 240V AC supplies at 7A peak current, eliminating the need for a separate DC supply Pivotal benefits include servo mode operation for smooth, quiet stepper motor operation (a boon for laboratory environments) and freedom from lost steps
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 5 Jul 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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The drive can operate stand-alone or be part of a distributed control network.
StepNet AC drives incorporate command, encoder and communications interfaces that allow users to apply the single model to a wide range of stand-alone and networked architectures and applications.
Interfaces include CANopen, DeviceNet, ASCII/Discrete I/O, stepper commands, +/-10V position/velocity/torque command, and PWM velocity/torque command.
StepNet AC's "one-drive-fits-all" versatility cuts inventory costs and simplifies user logistics.
Measuring 146 x 119 x 55mm, StepNet AC drives may be mounted flat or sideways.
StepNet AC users automate otherwise time-consuming system setup and commissioning functions with Copley's CME 2 software.
The software, loaded into the user's computer, provides auto tuning of the current loop.
Software settings are stored in the amplifier's nonvolatile Flash memory.
Copley Controls has developed extensive libraries of motion control software (Copley Motion Libraries) and software COM objects (COM) to make system development fast and simple.
The development of low level code to control a CANopen network of intelligent drives is eliminated.
All network management is taken care of automatically by a few simple commands linked into the user's Visual Basic, LabView or C++ application program.
Panel mounting StepNet AC drives provide multiple control modes in both stand-alone and multi-axis network control, and permit combinations of steppers and servos in the same motion system.
Application flexibility enables designers of packaging, assembly, laboratory, medical and manufacturing automation equipment to match steppers or servos - or both - to their applications.
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