Endat 2.2 is backed by new software tools
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Heidenhain (GB) product story
Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team
Jun 1, 2009
Heidenhain has introduced the Endat 2.2 bi-directional interface for encoders for fast-response applications with direct drives.
This new version, which is suitable for safety-related applications, is backed by new software tools that make implementation of the Endat absolute serial data protocol simpler and easier than ever.
The increased clock frequency reduces the access time to the position value and makes shorter cycle times possible.
Since the analogue scanning signals are digitised and sub-divided directly at the place of measurement, it is possible to improve the characteristics of servo motors, such as positioning accuracy and speed stability.
An essential component of Endat communication, in addition to the encoder, is the Endat Master software, which is available in three levels of complexity.
Designed to run on field-programmable gate array (FPGA) families and to allow integration and customisation at levels that best suit the customer and the specific application, the three versions are Endat Master Standard; Endat Master Reduced; and Endat Master Light.
Endat Master Standard is usually delivered as an EDIF (Electronic Interface Design Format) net list that cannot be changed by the customer.
The encapsulated code block is completely tested by Heidenhain, with implementation of the code block secured through test vectors.
With Endat Master Reduced only the pure Endat functionality is integrated and the software does not offer further support regarding convenient handling of the code or a micro-controller interface.
As is also the case with Endat Master Light, in which Endat functionality is integrated only in part, the code has not been tested by Heidenhain and is considered an example VHDL (Very High speed Design Language) code demonstrating the Endat interface processes.
In operation, the data transmitted is synchronised with the clock signal from the subsequent electronics, with the type of transmission (position values, parameters, diagnostics, etc) selected by mode commands send to the encoder.
Thanks to the serial transmission method, which ensures high system reliability through pure digital data transmission, only four signal lines are needed.
This contributes to simpler connection and installation, as well as lower wiring costs.
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