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    Dec. 1, 2006
    Digital ac servo drive ACS300 low voltage, all-digital brushless ac servo amplifiers use DSP-based architecture for software selectable torque, velocity,

    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

    • Ac servo (flux vector) control algorithm provides high dynamic response and noise immunity

    • 1.8 kW peak power output; operates on input of 12 to 48 Vdc for motor power

    • Rates at 15 A continuous output current and 30 A peak

    • Use with low voltage dc, brushless dc, or brushless ac permanent magnet motors

    • RS232 serial communication interface standard; optional CAN hardware interface

    Automotion Inc.
    Ann Arbor, Mich.
    (734) 662-7771
    www.automotioninc.com
    Circle 282

    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

    • Speeds of more than 60 in./sec with slide leads of 0.10, 0.20, 0.50, and 1 in. travel/rev

    • High repeatability and axial stiffness

    • High torsional stiffness and stability

    • 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
    Circle 283

    Vision sensor

    DVT 515 and 535 vision sensor handles inspection, measurement, counting, and finding and comparing patterns.

    Features & benefits

    • Easy-to-use Intellect software for setup, integration, and maintenance

    • Backward compatible with FrameWork

    • 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
    Circle 284

    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

    • Lubricated for life; mount easily on shaft end

    • FLBU and PLBU offer axial load ratings from 12.2 to 128kN

    • 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
    Circle 285

    High-speed linear encoders

    LN inductive linear encoders provide fast, accurate, and repeatable position feedback.

    Features & benefits

    • Not subject to speed limits like optical encoders

    • 0.5 to 10 mm measuring resolution; 2 in. to 36 ft scale measuring length

    • Operates between 5 and 28 Vdc; comes with line driver or open collector outputs

    • Onboard digital signal processing allows traverse times of 20 m/sec

    • Sealed read head eliminates gap between sensor and scale

    BEI — Industrial Encoder Div.
    Goleta, Calif.
    (800) 350-2727
    www.beiied.com
    Circle 286

    Flexible cable

    Solar cable is a flexible, single conductor cable with different color code combinations for primary and secondary jacket material.

    Features & benefits

    • Rated for temperatures to 125° C

    • Halogen-free, SABIX 285 material

    • Low smoke density in case of fire

    • UV and hydrolysis resistant

    SAB North America
    Fairfield, NJ
    (973) 276-0500
    www.sabcable.com
    Circle 287

    Compact dc motors

    Series 1224 SR motors are 12 × 24 mm with a high power to volume ratio.

    Features & benefits

    • Ironless rotor and Neodymium rare earth magnets achieve stall torque of 5.43 mNm and speeds to 13,800 rpm

    • Low contact resistance allows operation at low starting voltages

    • 6 and 12-V windings

    • 1.5-mm rotor shaft ensures high rotational stability

    • Combine with gearhead and encoder for miniature dc drive system

    MicroMo Electronics Inc.
    Clearwater, Fla.
    (800) 807-9166
    www.micromo.com
    Circle 288

    Worm gears

    Power-Core composite worm gears replace industry-standard bronze gears to increase transmission efficiency with quieter, longer-wearing performance.

    Features & benefits

    • 6-dB noise reduction, 8% increase in gear transmission efficiency; no wear detected compared to case-hardened ground steel worm gear

    • Self-lubricating; does not generate abrasive particles that are suspended in oil as contaminants

    • Run with light lubrication or completely dry

    • Mating worm shaft can be made of conventional materials

    • Use available machine oil for lubrication of gear box vs. synthetic oils

    Intech Corp.
    Closter, N.J.
    (201) 767-7797
    www.intechpower.com
    Circle 289

    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

    • 1, 2, 3, and 4-axis versions

    • Motor type is software-selected on per-axis basis for dc brush, brushless dc, step, and microstepping

    • Communicates by PC/104 bus, CANbus, or serial port

    • 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
    Circle 290

    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

    • 3-in. O.D., standard 2-wire electrical hookup allow easy interchangeability

    • Continuous torque of 19.7 to 55 oz-in.; speeds from 2,927 to 4,400 rpm

    • Smart onboard motor controls and advanced electronic design

    • 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
    Circle 291

    EtherCat-enabled controllers

    B maXX 4000 servo controllers are equipped with EtherCat Master to allow implementation of modular and networked machine architectures.

    Features & benefits

    • Can be operated with b maXX drivePLC as option card

    • Integrates third-party devices via Engineering Framework ProMaster

    • Joins and connects IT networks and Internet with real-time Ethernet; allows universal communication

    Baumüller
    Windsor, Conn.
    (860) 243-0232
    www.baumuller.comCircle 292

    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

    • Mount next to other modules; controlled by same gateway

    • Motor control via DeviceNet, Profibus-DP, or CANopen fieldbus protocols

    • Base and power module; direct online or reversing (with and without trip indication) versions

    • Base contains I/O and communication electronics

    • Motor-protective circuit breaker and one or two contactors standard

    Turck Inc.
    Minnetonka, Minn.
    (800) 544-7769
    www.turck.com
    Circle 293

    Environmental imaging lenses

    Micro video HEO imaging lenses incorporate precision optical components inside a sealed optical assembly for washdown environments.

    Features & benefits

    • Designed for ¼ and ⅓ sensor formats

    • Four focal lengths; standard M12 × 0.5 mounting threads

    • Two coating options allows visible or near-infrared infinite conjugate imaging

    Edmund Optics Inc.
    Barrington, N.J.
    (856) 573-6250
    www.edmundoptics.com
    Circle 294

    High-torque timing pulleys

    Metric and inch high-torque timing pulleys come in aluminum, carbon, and stainless steel.

    Features & benefits

    • 14-72 teeth for easy positioning, no backlash, improved transmission, and reduced noise

    • For use with 14 belt styles

    • Center holes include round, tapped, keyway, and stepped

    • Comply with JIS and ISO standards

    Misumi USA
    Schaumburg, Ill.
    (800) 681-7475
    www.misumiusa.com
    Circle 295

    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

    • Extruded hinge offers quiet and vibration-free operation without bend radius gyrations

    • No-link design does not wear; accommodates 3-D movements

    • Permit high acceleration and travel speeds

    • Suitable for long travel lengths when gliding in a guide channel

    Kabelschlepp America Inc.
    Milwaukee, Wis.
    (800) 443-4216
    www.kabelschlepp.com
    Circle 296

    Digital servo drives

    HNC 100 series 2X digital servo drives are freely programmable, bus-capable NC controls for electromechanical and electrohydraulic drives.

    Features & benefits

    • Sequence programming by PC with WIN-PED software

    • Local CAN-bus links individual drives for general data exchange or implementing synchronization controls

    • Communicates with higher level controls by Profibus-DP, Interbus-S with fiber optic cable, and CANopen fieldbuses

    • Available with SERCOS interface

    Bosch Rexroth Corp.
    Lehigh Valley, Pa.
    (610) 694-8298
    www.boschrexroth-us.com
    Circle 297

    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

    • Single-stage ratios from 1.3:1 to 10.8:1 with ratings greater than 13 hp

    • Modular construction allows in-field addition of mounting base or output flange

    • Can be used as ratio multiplier with output C-flange options

    • Offer bolt-in interchangeability with other brands

    Leeson Electric
    Grafton, Wis.
    (262) 387-5206
    www.leeson.com
    Circle 298

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