Digital ac servo drive
ACS300 low voltage, all-digital brushless ac servo amplifiers use DSP-based architecture for software selectable torque, velocity, or position mode operation.
Features & benefits
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Ac servo (flux vector) control algorithm provides high dynamic response and noise immunity
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1.8 kW peak power output; operates on input of 12 to 48 Vdc for motor power
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Rates at 15 A continuous output current and 30 A peak
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Use with low voltage dc, brushless dc, or brushless ac permanent magnet motors
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RS232 serial communication interface standard; optional CAN hardware interface
Automotion Inc.
Ann Arbor, Mich.
(734) 662-7771
www.automotioninc.com
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Linear slides
MDrivePlus linear slide systems offer current control and, along with screw-driven slides, high linear speed and accurate positioning with smooth motion and low noise.
Features & benefits
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Speeds of more than 60 in./sec with slide leads of 0.10, 0.20, 0.50, and 1 in. travel/rev
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High repeatability and axial stiffness
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High torsional stiffness and stability
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Precision aluminum guide and wear-compensating, anti-backlash driven carriage with precision rolled stainless-steel lead screw
Intelligent Motion Systems Inc.
Marlborough, Conn.
(860) 295-6102
www.novantaims.com
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Vision sensor
DVT 515 and 535 vision sensor handles inspection, measurement, counting, and finding and comparing patterns.
Features & benefits
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Easy-to-use Intellect software for setup, integration, and maintenance
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Backward compatible with FrameWork
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Built-in Ethernet connects to factory networks and software; communicates with other vision systems, PLCs, SCADA, PCs, and databases
Cognex Corp.
Natick, Mass.
(877) 264-6391
www.cognex.com
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End bearings
Axially locating flanged-bearing units (FLBU), fixed plummer bearing units (PLBU), and axially free plummer bearing units (BUF) support ball screws and promote precision and accuracy.
Features & benefits
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Lubricated for life; mount easily on shaft end
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FLBU and PLBU offer axial load ratings from 12.2 to 128kN
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BUF offers radial load ratings from 5.07 to 33.2 kN
SKF Linear Motion & Precision Technologies
Bethlehem, Pa.
(800) 541-3624
www.linearmotion.skf.com
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High-speed linear encoders
LN inductive linear encoders provide fast, accurate, and repeatable position feedback.
Features & benefits
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Not subject to speed limits like optical encoders
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0.5 to 10 mm measuring resolution; 2 in. to 36 ft scale measuring length
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Operates between 5 and 28 Vdc; comes with line driver or open collector outputs
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Onboard digital signal processing allows traverse times of 20 m/sec
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Sealed read head eliminates gap between sensor and scale
BEI — Industrial Encoder Div.
Goleta, Calif.
(800) 350-2727
www.beiied.com
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Flexible cable
Solar cable is a flexible, single conductor cable with different color code combinations for primary and secondary jacket material.
Features & benefits
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Rated for temperatures to 125° C
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Halogen-free, SABIX 285 material
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Low smoke density in case of fire
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UV and hydrolysis resistant
SAB North America
Fairfield, NJ
(973) 276-0500
www.sabcable.com
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Compact dc motors
Series 1224 SR motors are 12 × 24 mm with a high power to volume ratio.
Features & benefits
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Ironless rotor and Neodymium rare earth magnets achieve stall torque of 5.43 mNm and speeds to 13,800 rpm
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Low contact resistance allows operation at low starting voltages
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6 and 12-V windings
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1.5-mm rotor shaft ensures high rotational stability
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Combine with gearhead and encoder for miniature dc drive system
MicroMo Electronics Inc.
Clearwater, Fla.
(800) 807-9166
www.micromo.com
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Worm gears
Power-Core composite worm gears replace industry-standard bronze gears to increase transmission efficiency with quieter, longer-wearing performance.
Features & benefits
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6-dB noise reduction, 8% increase in gear transmission efficiency; no wear detected compared to case-hardened ground steel worm gear
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Self-lubricating; does not generate abrasive particles that are suspended in oil as contaminants
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Run with light lubrication or completely dry
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Mating worm shaft can be made of conventional materials
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Use available machine oil for lubrication of gear box vs. synthetic oils
Intech Corp.
Closter, N.J.
(201) 767-7797
www.intechpower.com
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Multi-axis motion card
Prodigy PC/104 motion card for multi-motor control provides trajectory generation, servo loop closure, quadrature signal input, motor output signal generation, performance trace, on-the-fly changes, and commutation.
Features & benefits
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1, 2, 3, and 4-axis versions
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Motor type is software-selected on per-axis basis for dc brush, brushless dc, step, and microstepping
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Communicates by PC/104 bus, CANbus, or serial port
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Servo loop rates to 50 µsec/axis, 8 Mcount/sec quadrature encoder input, and 5 Mpulses/sec pulse and direction output
Performance Motion Devices Inc.
Lincoln, Mass.
(781) 674-9860
www.motion-control.pmdcorp.com
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Brushless dc motors
DurA-Tek 12/24 V brushless dc motors feature integrated drive electronics for motor controllability in a small, light package.
Features & benefits
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3-in. O.D., standard 2-wire electrical hookup allow easy interchangeability
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Continuous torque of 19.7 to 55 oz-in.; speeds from 2,927 to 4,400 rpm
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Smart onboard motor controls and advanced electronic design
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Multi-speed operation; over-current control; locked-rotor, reverse polarity, and transient over-voltage protection; over-temperature shutoff
Ametek Technical & Industrial Products
Kent, Ohio
(330) 673-3452
www.ametektip.com
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EtherCat-enabled controllers
B maXX 4000 servo controllers are equipped with EtherCat Master to allow implementation of modular and networked machine architectures.
Features & benefits
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Can be operated with b maXX drivePLC as option card
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Integrates third-party devices via Engineering Framework ProMaster
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Joins and connects IT networks and Internet with real-time Ethernet; allows universal communication
Baumüller
Windsor, Conn.
(860) 243-0232
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Three-phase motor control
BL20 xStart motor starter modules allow 3-phase motor control to be connected to the same rack as standard I/O.
Features & benefits
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Mount next to other modules; controlled by same gateway
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Motor control via DeviceNet, Profibus-DP, or CANopen fieldbus protocols
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Base and power module; direct online or reversing (with and without trip indication) versions
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Base contains I/O and communication electronics
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Motor-protective circuit breaker and one or two contactors standard
Turck Inc.
Minnetonka, Minn.
(800) 544-7769
www.turck.com
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Environmental imaging lenses
Micro video HEO imaging lenses incorporate precision optical components inside a sealed optical assembly for washdown environments.
Features & benefits
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Designed for ¼ and ⅓ sensor formats
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Four focal lengths; standard M12 × 0.5 mounting threads
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Two coating options allows visible or near-infrared infinite conjugate imaging
Edmund Optics Inc.
Barrington, N.J.
(856) 573-6250
www.edmundoptics.com
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High-torque timing pulleys
Metric and inch high-torque timing pulleys come in aluminum, carbon, and stainless steel.
Features & benefits
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14-72 teeth for easy positioning, no backlash, improved transmission, and reduced noise
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For use with 14 belt styles
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Center holes include round, tapped, keyway, and stepped
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Comply with JIS and ISO standards
Misumi USA
Schaumburg, Ill.
(800) 681-7475
www.misumiusa.com
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Cable carrier systems
Protum miniature cable carrier system is fast, lightweight, and quiet with a flexible carrier profile and lightweight side bands for optimum balance of stability and weight.
Features & benefits
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Extruded hinge offers quiet and vibration-free operation without bend radius gyrations
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No-link design does not wear; accommodates 3-D movements
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Permit high acceleration and travel speeds
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Suitable for long travel lengths when gliding in a guide channel
Kabelschlepp America Inc.
Milwaukee, Wis.
(800) 443-4216
www.kabelschlepp.com
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Digital servo drives
HNC 100 series 2X digital servo drives are freely programmable, bus-capable NC controls for electromechanical and electrohydraulic drives.
Features & benefits
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Sequence programming by PC with WIN-PED software
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Local CAN-bus links individual drives for general data exchange or implementing synchronization controls
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Communicates with higher level controls by Profibus-DP, Interbus-S with fiber optic cable, and CANopen fieldbuses
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Available with SERCOS interface
Bosch Rexroth Corp.
Lehigh Valley, Pa.
(610) 694-8298
www.boschrexroth-us.com
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Single-stage reducers
LeCentric industrial-duty, aluminum inline reducers come in three new sizes — 713, 714, and 715 to allow greater flexibility for high-speed gear reducer selections.
Features & benefits
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Single-stage ratios from 1.3:1 to 10.8:1 with ratings greater than 13 hp
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Modular construction allows in-field addition of mounting base or output flange
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Can be used as ratio multiplier with output C-flange options
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Offer bolt-in interchangeability with other brands
Leeson Electric
Grafton, Wis.
(262) 387-5206
www.leeson.com
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