Oriental Motor USA is pleased to announce the introduction of the CRK Series 5-phase stepping motor and driver package with a built in controller. The CRK Series with built in controller is a compact, space saving 5-phase stepping motor and driver package with a powerful, feature-rich controller built in.

The driver supports stand alone or RS-485 communications with multi-drop capability for network operation and I/O control. Oriental Motor developed this product based upon the request of our customers for an integrated “Stand-alone” driver controller that is cost effective and can easily be networked. Utilizing the CRK platform of products, Oriental Motor integrated a powerful controller to meet this demand while improving upon common microstepping performance offerings in the market by utilizing our 5-phase, new pentagon technology.

The benefits of the CRK Series with built in controller are:

5-phase motors:
• Lower Vibration
• Increased positional accuracy
• Higher resolution
• Wide motor variations for many different applications

Built in controller:
• 3 Operation Modes for control
• RS-485 Communications
• Multiple motion profile options available
• Compact and space savings
• No additional software to buy

The CRK Series product line consists of a compact high performance microstepping driver with up to a maximum step divide of 250 per step, all the advantages of 5-phase performance with Oriental Motor’s proprietary Smooth Drive technology built in. 24 VDC input Unit packages offer an industry leading selection of motor sizes and performance characteristics to meet a wide variety of application demands.

CRK Series with Built in Controller Features and Benefits Motor options:

• High-Resolution type with a basic step angle of 0.36 degree and a stop position accuracy of 2 Arc Minutes (0.034 degree) with no load.
• High-Torque type with 1.3 ~ 1.5 times more torque than compared to our standard 5-phase motor.
• Standard type which offers a good balance of torque and low vibration.
• Tapered Hob geared type effective for inertia reduction, increased torque and resolution with a backlash of 10-60 arc minutes (0.167~1 degree) depending on gear ratio.

3 Driver Operation Modes:
The ability to start or modify stored motion programs through 3 specific operating modes was designed to meet the demands of many different types of applications and industry requirements providing for maximum design and motion control flexibility.

• Direct command entry from terminal, PLC or Master controller. With this method, any command received by the driver sent from a computer, PLC or other master controller will be executed immediately.
• Stand alone operation of running stored programs selected via I/O. With this method, programs that have been previously written and stored in the driver’s memory can be executed by turning on the appropriate combination of inputs and then turning on a START input.
• Running of stored sequences while passing data into the sequences as needed from a computer, PLC or other master controller. With this method, any settable parameter or variable values entered/changed via direct entry from a computer, PLC or other master controller will be utilized when a stored sequence is run.

RS-485 Communications:
By incorporating this robust and cost effective communication method, the CRK Series with built in controller can easily be used with existing PLC or PC master controls in a network or as a stand alone unit without the need for expensive cables or proprietary networks.

• Ability to multidrop up to 16 units.
  *Note: The termination resistor switch on the last unit in line needs to be turned to the on position to ensure proper communication.
• Accepts PLC or PC based programming (ASCII commands), no need for dedicated software.
• Provides warning, alarm or error detection

Multiple Motion Profile examples

• Repetitive positioning
• Stopping via Sensor Input
• Continues operation at variable speeds
• Linked motion, up to 4 moves maximum
• Mechanical or electrical return to home
• PLS-OUT function – Can drive a second driver (driver only, no controller need in second unit) with the same pulse count as the first motor

Space Saving
The driver has a compact size of 1.37in (35mm) width x 3.97in (100mm) length x 2.75in (70mm) depth which helps contribute to a space-saving controller box and device set up.
The drive is made for direct DIN rail mounting, screws are not necessary.

Included with Purchase of:
Unit

• Motor
  (Connector type motor lead wires for *High resolution or *High torque motor included)
• Driver
• Motor lead wire with connector to driver (flying lead wire to motor)
• Flat cable (I/O connection to driver)
• Connector for power supply connection
• Information (quick user manual).

Driver only:

• Driver
• Motor lead wire with connector to driver (flying lead wire to motor)
• Flat cable (I/O connection to driver)
• Connector for power supply connection

Motor only:

• Motor
  * For High resolution and High torque motors, lead wire with motor connector needed to be ordered separately

Accessories

• RS 485 Jumper cable (Multi-drop)
• Encoder driver cable
• Motor Extension cable

For product details please check out the CRK Brochure

Well known for providing extremely robust encoders for harsh environments, Leine & Linde now offers a new encoder in the hollow shaft 800 series that comes equipped with a one-inch bore size.

Now available in North America through HEIDENHAIN Corporation, this new option from Leine & Linde makes this encoder a strong option for common speed and measurement applications, and of particular use in those that require high vibration and shock resistance.

Named the Leine & Linde XHI 803 model, this intelligent new incremental encoder has an extremely robust housing with a cover of anodized aluminum, and is rated IP 66 (67). It is available with through-going hollow shafts of 12, 16 and 25 mm, and holds line counts up to 10,000. It has HTL, 1Vpp, and TTL outputs.

The 803 encoder, as with all 800 series, is available with Leine & Linde’s Advanced Diagnostic System (ADS) and up to 5-pole commutation. The use of ADS is on the increase as a strong incorporated early warning device.

ATEX versions are available.

For more information, here is the 803 Series Datasheet or click here for the Quick Encoder Overview

CTC Parker Hannifin is pleased to announce the formal release and immediate availability of the latest update to our popular PA PowerStation family: The PA2 family.

PA2 units have been designed as drop in replacements for the current PA units and have been priced to make conversions easy. The current PA family will be obsoleted and the final PA shipments will occur on or before September 2, 2010.

The PA2 family PowerStations extend beyond the capabilities of the PA family with new improved CPU’s, more memory and TFT displays for all models. We’ve also added a new, no-display unit (the PA200V-133) that will help you in applications where a remote display is desired. Finally, the PA2 family now includes a full VGA 6” class unit, the PA206V-133 — which offers a TFT display at full VGA resolution, and is the perfect choice for replacing existing PA08 STN applications.

The PA2 family is being released in parallel with the latest version of Interact – version 7.0 and all PA2’s will ship with Interact version 7.0 pre-installed.

***Please note that PA2 PowerStations REQUIRE Interact version 7.0 to operate and an upgrade of existing development systems would be necessary***

For more information, here is the PA2 Brochure

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of the latest addition to the RV-Series of high performance vertically articulated robots.

The RV-2 extends an already broad range of vertical robots which now ranges from 2Kg-12Kg. The new model is available in both SD and SQ formats which are the traditional stand-alone configuration and the iQ-based configuration respectively. While both types will continue to use same compact arm design that made the S-Series successful, new motion control and amplifier designs offer performance improvements that can affect cycle time up to 30% and accuracy to 70%.

In addition to performance, there are notable improvements in ease of use, integration and safety. A robust set of standard features and interfaces position the SD and SQ as a value product among many competitors.

The RV-2 is rated at 2Kg with a 3Kg maximum payload and 504mm reach. This new robot is dexterous and fast with many new design features enabling it to outperform its competitors. A new offset arm design allows for greater total range of motion. The slim profile of the arm and wrist allow the RV-2 to work and reach into confined spaces. The J1 axis has an unmatched range of 480º eliminating the typical rear dead zone. J2 range has also been extended to 240º which improves motion especially in ceiling mount applications. The speed performance of J4-J6 has been optimized to address fast and frequent posture changes common in assembly work. Maximum composite speed is 4400 mm/S enabling a 0.6S cycle time without compromise to repeatability. RV-2 is ideal for precision and high-throughput applications.

As with all Mitsubishi robots, the RV-2 offers ease of integration and connectivity. Connection to additional axes, GOT, Vision, Safety and other third party hardware is simplified. Powerful programming and simulation software round out a product offering that delivers high performance and value.

For more information, here is the RV-2SD/SQ Brochure

HEIDENHAIN Corporation offers a new generation of rotary encoders with IP64 protection, absolute position-value formation, and functional safety, all within a 35 mm diameter housing size.

These small rotary encoders are known as HEIDENHAIN’s 1000 Series and are designed to be especially useful as single-encoder measurement feedback systems in safety-oriented applications.

HEIDENHAIN’s safety-oriented position encoders with functional safety provide two independently formed position values via a serial EnDat interface. They are certified according to the EN ISO 13849, EN 61508 and EN 954-1 standard for performance level d, safety integrity level 2 and category 3, respectively. The EnDat 2.2 version of these new absolute rotary encoders with serial data transfer offers a single-turn resolution of 23 bits, and a multi-turn resolution of 12 bits. The supply voltage range is from 3.6 V to 14 V.

Eight new rotary encoders round out HEIDENHAIN’s 1000 Series including the ECN 1013, ECN 1025, EQN 1025, EQN 1035, ROC 1013, ROC 1025, ROQ 1025 and ROQ 1035.

For more information you can download the Rotary Encoder Catalog

Mitsubishi Electric has recently released a version upgrade for the F700 Variable Frequency Drive Series. This latest version incorporates many new features and functions tailored to meet the requirements of the Water Handling Industry.

Pre-charge function

Inverter operation at transducer loss

2nd PID function

The F700-N4 is a special version of the popular F700 series and incorporates new features and functions tailored for Fan & Pump applications.

It is currently available from 1HP to 75HP in both 230V and 460V models. When combined with the FR-PU07-01 keypad, additional user friendly functions are accessible.

New F700-N4 functions include:

• Complete 2nd PID function including set point and PID gain adjustments
• Pre-charge function for pressurizing a pump system. PID automatic activation after Pre-charge is selectable from the following methods: Feedback pressure based, Timer based &Input terminal enabled
• PID sleep mode is improved by allowing controlled motor / pump deceleration at sleep activation
• Loss of PID feedback is improved by allowing the user to select the inverter’s operation reaction if this situation occurs: Continue operation at last speed maintained, Fault and relinquish motor control, Decelerate motor and then fault, & Continue operation at pre-defined speed.

When used with the new option FR-PU07-01 operator panel, additional functionality is enabled.

• Unit indicator of PID control: PSI, GPM, CFM are among 40 unit choices
• Direct entry of the PID set point, in the desired unit indicator
• User selectable 3 line monitor screen
• HAND/AUTO buttons with display indication

Additionally, a new level of flexibility for customer specific applications is possible using the new built-in PLC function.

• 4K memory steps
• 32 bit math
• 50 data registers linked to parameters

PRODUCT FEATURES:

NEMA 1 UL Type 1 Enclosure Designs: Drive can be mounted as a stand-alone unit.

Single Phase Input: UL/cUL listed for use with single phase input supply.

Ease of Programming: Taken to higher levels with the new DU07 programming dial and FR-Configurator programming software.

Windmill Start: F700 measures residual motor slot ripple to determine both the speed and direction of rotation of a coasting motor and can swiftly and smoothly bring it under control when required – whichever way it’s spinning.

Enhanced Energy Savings: An improved version of Mitsubishi Electric’s famous energy-optimization software boosts motor efficiency to unprecedented levels and intelligently maximizes energy savings.

Power Dip Ride-Through: Allows the inverter to continue to run during short power supply interruptions – reducing nuisance tripping.

Overvoltage Avoidance: The F700 measures DC bus levels when decelerating and controls drive speed to eliminate nuisance tripping.

Remote I/O Capability: Drive I/O can be configured over a network to work independently of the drive, reducing cost and making more efficient use of the available network nodes.

Independent RS-485 Connections: Allow serial communications and keypad operation at the same time with no options needed. F700 supports Modbus RTU as well as the standard Mitsubishi Electric protocol.

The F700-NA Version Up is backwards compatible with both the previous F700-NA and F700-N4 models.

For more information check out the F700-NA Version Up Presentation, F700 Series Brochure or Pump Application Note.

• Air Consumption – Static Ionizers require a source of compressed air in order to effectively and quickly remove static charges. Using an excess amount of compressed air is costly and should be minimized as much as possible.
• Discharge Needle Wear – The discharge needles that are used in ionization systems are a consumable product. They typically have a usable life of around 10,000 hours before they need to be replaced. By keeping the ionizer active at all times, you will accelerate the end-of-life for these components, rather then use them on an as needed basis.

SUNX has created an ionizer lineup that strikes a balance between effectiveness and efficiency by including advanced features that will help minimize the resources that are used. The ER-V series, for example, has an input built-in to externally control the ion discharge of the unit. This makes it possible to only activate the ion production when it is needed. By using the ionizer product along side other SUNX sensors, such as the EF-S1 static sensor and CX-400 photoelectric sensor, it is possible to create a closed loop system without the need for any extensive PLC programming. To do so, you would use the following steps:

	Step 1 - Use a CX-400 series photoelectric sensor to detect the presence of the target that needs to be ionized.
	Step 2 – The output of the CX-400 sensor would activate the trigger input on the EF-S1 static sensor to perform a measurement of the static level on the part. If the surface static is outside of a preset window threshold, the sensor’s output will activate the ER-V ion discharge as well as a small solenoid valve to begin airflow.
	Step 3 – Once the surface charge is dissipated, the output turns off allowing the process to continue on to the next part while cutting off the air flow to the ionizer as well as halting the ion discharge until the next part advances into position.

In this example, the EF-S1 static sensor controls the process by determining the static level only when there is an object present. The single output of the EF-S1 sensor provides the only feedback that a PLC needs in order to stop and start the motion in the process.

The ionizer and air supply are only used if there is an abnormal static condition present, thus saving the discharge needle and air consumption in the process.

For more information, here is the EF-S1 Brochure, ER-V Brochure, ER-VW Brochure, & ER-TF Brochure