Motion Control
The direction of velocity and/or position.
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DSP-Based 4/8-Axis Advanced Pulse-Train Motion Controllers
AMP-204C/AMP-208C
ADLINK"s new AMP-204C/AMP-208C DSP-based 4/8-axis advanced pulse-train motion controllers incorporate up-to-date floating-point DSP and FPGA technology, enabling high pulse output and encoder input frequency up to 6.5 MHz and 20 MHz respectively. Leveraging ADLINK" s Softmotion technology, the AMP-204C/AMP-208C offer impressive comprehensive and application-oriented motion functionality to reduce development time while maintaining superior throughput and accuracy. Superior synchronous motion control performance combines with point-table function integrating multi-dimensional interpolation, such as 3D linear/circular/spiral interpolation with enhanced trajectory and velocity planning, for contouring applications in semiconductor, display and conventional manufacturing industries. The AMP-204C/AMP-208C also support PWM control with three different control modes for frequency or duty cycle, benefiting laser engraving/marking/cutting applications. Moreover, hardware-based position comparison and trigger output are applicable in AOI applications.
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Encoder | Trigger Board
ADLINK encoders and trigger boards are widely used in centralized motion controllers, supporting real-time encoder feedback as well as position comparison and high-speed trigger output functions for better motion control accuracy. Encoder and trigger cards are ideal add-on options when positioning comparison points on motion cards are insufficient. ADLINK encoder and trigger cards provide PCI/PCIe interfaces and 14 built-in comparators, providing flexible output and input modes suitable for applications with high requirements for distance measurement such as high-speed advanced scanning and automated optical inspection.
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Laboratory Instrumentation
Haydon Kerk Pittman has developed motion control systems used in: multi-axis sample management systems requiring high performance and reliability to meet high duty cycle requirements; microscopy stages demanding high precision positioning in multiple axis simultaneously; motion systems for automatic pipetting which requires very accurate motion for aspiration and dispense modes helping to eliminate manual pipetting errors.
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Innovative Open Standard
PROFINET
PROFINET is the innovative open standard for Industrial Ethernet, development by Siemens and the Profibus User Organization (PNO). With PROFINET, solutions can be implemented for factory and process automation, for safety applications, and for the entire range of drive technology right up to clock-synchronized motion control. PROFINET is standardized in IEC 61158 and IEC 61784. Profinet products are certified by the PNO user organization, guaranteeing worldwide compatibility.
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PCI Bus Controllers
DMC-18x6
The DMC-18x6 PCI bus controllers belong to Galil's latest generation motion controller family: the Accelera Series. Incorporating a 32-bit Risc-based microcomputer, these new controllers offer high-speed performance and processing power. Speed improvements include acceptance of encoder inputs up to 22 MHz, servo update rates as low as 24 microseconds/axis, and command execution speeds as low as 40 microseconds
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IC-3121, 1.91 GHz Intel Atom Quad-Core Processor, 2-USB3 Port Industrial Controller
784961-01
1.91 GHz Intel Atom Quad-Core Processor, 2-USB3 Port Industrial Controller - The IC‑3121 is a compact and rugged industrial controller that withstands the harsh environments common in automation, supervisory control, distributed control, and industrial embedded OEM applications. The IC‑3121 offers two USB3 ports with dedicated bandwidth, FPGA-based I/O capabilities, and network connectivity for distributed control applications. The advanced features include the ability to synchronize image inspection results with industrial I/O and configure hardware-timed network triggers to trigger camera acquisition, motion control, or data acquisition. You can use the advanced FPGA personality that is shipped with the system or customize the FPGA functionality using the LabVIEW FPGA Module.
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REM-11120, 4-Channel Thermocouple, 1-Channel Voltage, Temperature Input Module for Remote I/O
784750-01
4-Channel Thermocouple, 1-Channel Voltage, Temperature Input Module for Remote I/O - The REM‑11120 is a temperature input module for remote I/O. Remote I/O systems are low-cost, modular systems for simple machine control and measurements. A remote I/O system consists of an EtherCAT bus coupler and individual modules mounted on a DIN rail. You control the REM‑11120 from a real-time controller such as a CompactRIO Controller or an Industrial Controller. You can use remote I/O hardware to add low-cost I/O for simple tasks while your controller handles advanced tasks such as image processing, motion control, and high-speed or specialty measurements. The REM‑11120 also has an adjustable filter time for improved measurement quality and optional external cold junction compensation (CJC) or PT100 resistance temperature detector (RTD) measurements.
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32-Axis PCIe EtherCAT MainDevice Motion Controller
PCIe-8334
ADLINK PCIe-8334 is a hardware-based EtherCAT motion controller able to support up to 32 synchronized axes and over 10,000 points simultaneously. The PCIe-8332 features dedicated isolated emergency stop input (EMG), and configurable isolated high-speed digital input as not only generic sensor input but also pulsar input, with up to 1MHz input frequency. Optimum jitter control is provided in minimal cycles of 250µs to optimize synchronous I/O performance for vertical automation applications in semiconductor, electronic manufacturing, and others. The PCIe-8334 provides an out-of-shell application-ready (APS) function library to generate multi-dimensional, highly synchronized, time-deterministic event-triggered motion & I/O control. A wide range of compatible 3rd party SubDevice are easily designed with ADLINK's APS function library. ADLINK's MotionCreatorPro 2 utility is fully compliant with the Microsoft Windows environment, that allows complete EtherCAT motion and I/O configuration and function evaluation as well as compiling program download functions.
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Motors and Resolvers
We design, manufacture and test highly reliable motion control devices for extreme environments that range from vacuum and the extreme cold of outer space to high pressure and temperature applications many miles under the earth's surface.
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Testing System
OpTest™ MTF
The Optikos OpTest™ MTF Testing Equipment is the most flexible and complete system for characterizing the optical performance of optical elements, lens assemblies and optical imaging systems in Infinite Conjugate, Finite Conjugate and Afocal configurations spanning the UV, Visible, NIR, SWIR, MWIR and LWIR spectral regions . OpTest™ software drives Optikos hardware, is easy to use and controls all motion control, image acquisition, configuration set-up and data reporting.
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Synchro to Digital-Resolver to Digital Converters
Synchro- Burst
Computer Conversions Corporation
Computer Conversions Corporation's Synchro-Burst is a complete 2 channel Synchro to encoder interface designed to easily integrate inherently absolute rotary synchro, resolver or linear LVDT position sensors into motion controls and counters that are normally only designed to facilitate incremental encoder feedback.
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Seat Actuation Systems
Extensive solutions for seating cabin interiors including motion and lighting controllers, linear and rotary actuators, power supplies, passenger interfaces, custom harnesses, sensors, pneumatic units, and bladders.
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Centralized Motion Controller
ADLINK‘s pulse train controllers provide comprehensive and application-oriented motion functions for servo and stepper motors through digital signal processing (DSP)-based and Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC)-based two pulse train mode controllers to achieve excellent synchronous motion control and precise positioning suitable for laser engraving, marking and cutting applications in semiconductor, AOI, and conventional manufacturing industries.
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32-CH Sinking Type Digital Ouput EtherCAT Module
EPS-2132
ADLINK" s EPS slave system features modular design for flexible high channel density, rugged construction, easy maintenance, and intelligent performance, compatible with 3rd party EtherCAT products. Precise time-deterministic control enables I/O synchronization for critical applications, and FPGA and ARM technology allow users to fully monitor status of EPS modules and systems, including operating temperature and usage cycle of relay switching, as well as motion control status for general purpose motor drive control. In addition, the ADLINK EtherCAT configurator enables auto-scan and configuration across EtherCAT systems. The EPS" unique structural and electronic design supports hot-swappable function, reducing repair time, and the rugged construction and operating temperature range of -20°C to 60°C allow operation in the harshest environments.
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Accumulators
As the global leader in motion and control technology, Parker offers the largest and most comprehensive collection of accumulators in the market. All accumulators are compatible with a variety of fluids and pressure ranges, and are available in various materials for a diverse range of applications. Custom solutions are also available to help meet the specific needs of our customers.
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Centralized Motion Controllers
Pulse train motion controllers generate high-frequency digital signals to control servo motors and steppers, matching performance and precision positioning of high-performance servo amplifiers.
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ISA Optima Motion Controllers, 1-8 axes
DMC-1700
The DMC-1700 for the ISA bus is a member of the Optima Series, Galil's full-featured multi-axis motion controllers. Designed to fit in a single ISA slot of a PC, the DMC-1700 controllers accommodate 1- through 8-axis formats and allow control of step or servo motors on any combination of axes. Any mode of motion can be programmed including linear and circular interpolation, contouring, electronic gearing and ecam.
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Stroboscopes
SHIMPO allow the users to view an object that is moving at high speeds appear to be slow-moving, or stationary. Our strobes include many features like phase shifting. The digital displays allow the flash rate (FPM) to be read as rotation speed measurement (RPM) or reciprocation speed for conditions where a hand held tachometer is impractical.ShimpoInstruments.com offers stroboscopes designed for quality control, motion analysis and maintenance procedures included, production line checks, gear movement and engagement, propellers, turbines, monitoring vibrating parts, oil leak checks and a host of other industrial and scientific operations.
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Automation Product Software Development Kit
APS SDK
APS means “Automation Product Software”. APS library provides users a uniform interface to access all of ADLINK products which support it. It can cover many automation fields especially in machine automation. The most important component in machine automation is motion control. APS library was first born with motion control which co-working components such as system platform management, field bus communication function, general digital input/output, general analog input/output and various counter/timer supports are all built-in components in APS. The APS library will be an all-in-one solution in automation field of ADLINK products.
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32-CH Discrete Input Modules with U Profile
HSL-DI32-UD
HSL U series is designed as compact & horizontal-placed slave module. For I/O module, ADLINK adopts three types of connectors to meet different users' requirements & habits. Compared with past models, U series brings compact size, easier-to-wire and cost-effective advantages for users. DI/O, AI/O and motion control module are supported
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EtherCAT Master Multi-Axis Motion Controllers
DMC-52xx0
The DMC-52xx0 EtherCAT Master is Galil Motion Control's first 32 axis motion controller. It is a pure EtherCAT controller capable of controlling up to 32 drives and 2 IO modules on one EtherCAT Network in a small, space efficient package. The DMC-52xx0 makes configuration and programming easy with just a handful of EtherCAT configuration commands and Galil’s intuitive, two-letter programming language. The DMC-52xx0 is offered in 2, 4, 8, 16, and 32 axis formats. Coordinated moves can be done within banks of 8 allowing for minimal changes to Galil’s programming language. Galil supports a variety of EtherCAT drives to accommodate most applications. The DMC-52xx0 operates in Cyclic Synchronous Position mode (CSP). In this mode the servo control loop is closed on the EtherCAT drive while the Galil sends motion profile data at a 1 kHz rate. The DMC-52xx0 features 8 uncommitted opto-isolated inputs and 8 uncommitted opto-isolated high power outputs. It also includes 8 uncommitted analog inputs and 8 uncommitted analog outputs. One 100 Mbps Ethernet port and one USB (serial) port are provided for communication with a host PC or external devices.
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Advanced 4-Axis Servo & Stepper Motion Controller with Modular Design
PCIe-8154
The PCIe-8154 delivers high-frequency pulse rates up to 6.55 MHz and hardware-controlled emergency stop, software security protection, card index switching, and simultaneous linear/ circular run, exceeding industrial cost/performance requirements. Compatible with Mitsubishi, Panasonic and Yaskawa servos and any pulse-train controlled servo and stepper drives, the PCIe-8154 allows complex moving patterns through multiple axes that move with linear and circular interpolations using continuous contouring. Applicable for a variety of linear and circular trajectories, the PCIe-8154 delivers the smoothest motion control for a wide range of manufacturing applications. Modularized configuration accommodates ADLINK extension boards for distributed I/O control and high-speed triggering functions.
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High Speed・High Accuracy Eddy Current Type Digital Displacement Sensor
GP-X
Panasonic Industrial Devices Sales Company of America
The inductive displacement transducers of the GP-X Series use eddy current techniques and are particularly noted for their highly accurate measurement at a resolution of 0.02% F.S. with minimal linearity error, a high sampling frequency of 40kHz and low temperature dependence. GP-X Series Sensors are ideally suitable for the highly accurate motion and distance control of metal objects in harsh industrial environments.
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4-Channel Motion Control And High-Speed Trigger And Module For The Bridge Connected To EtherCAT
ECAT-4XMO
The ECAT-4XMO is EtherCAT SubDevice module with high-speed position comparison trigger and encoder re-drive function, helping machine and equipment builders to use multiple triggers simultaneously for AOI, glue dispensing, display tests, and storage assembly applications. Additionally, the ECAT-4XMO has 4-axis motion control with bridge function between EtherCAT and non-EtherCAT. Advanced motion control functions help machine and equipment builders to increase their motor selection portfolio, like linear, step, servo, direct drive, and AC motors, making it ideal for a variety of automation industry applications.
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Hand-Held, Battery-Operated Multi-Frequency Eddy Current Instrument
US-454A
United Western Technologies Corp
The US-454A is a portable, hand-held, battery-operated multi-frequency eddy current instrument that can be connected to a laptop, PC and motion controllers for use in semi- or fully automatic data collection applications. Two encoder inputs enable position stamping of data. Pulse-on position input is ideal for motion control applications. Ethernet and USB capabilities allow instrument control along with time- and position-stamped data transfer to the client computer. Built from the rugged US-454 architecture, the US-454A offers single- and multi-frequency inspection, frequency mixing capabilities, enhanced signal-to-noise ratio, USB, Ethernet and data storage capability, and unprecedented digital strip chart data collection.
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Econo Motion Controllers
DMC-41x3
The DMC-41x3 motion controller is one of Galil's latest generation, stand-alone motion controller. Compared with the DMC-21x3 controller, the DMC-41x3 offers the following enhancements: 100BASE-T Ethernet, aux RS232 port, USB port, uncommitted analog inputs, up to 15 MHz encoder frequencies, more program memory, and faster sample frequencies. The DMC-41x3 also accommodates the same stepper and servo motor drives used in the DMC-40x0 series and allows two 4-axis 750 W drives to be installed in the 8-axis controller package. The DMC-41x3 is available as a box-level or card-level motion controller. The unit operates stand-alone or interfaces to a PC with Ethernet 10/100BASE-T, or USB. It includes optically isolated I/O in addition to analog inputs and outputs. The DMC-41x3 controller and drive unit accepts power from a single 20-80 VDC source.
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REM-11152, 16-Channel (Input), 24 V, 2-, 3-, 4-Wire Digital Module for Remote I/O
784743-01
The REM‑11152 is a digital input module for remote I/O. Remote I/O systems are low-cost, modular systems for simple machine control and measurements. A remote I/O system consists of an EtherCAT bus coupler and individual modules mounted on a DIN rail. You control the REM‑11152 from a real-time controller, such as a CompactRIO Controller or an Industrial Controller. You can use remote I/O hardware to add low-cost I/O for simple tasks while your controller handles advanced tasks such as image processing, motion control, and high-speed or specialty measurements. The REM‑11152 features 2‑, 3‑, and 4‑wire spring terminal connection methods, a built-in power supply for sensors, and an adjustable filter time to improve measurement quality. You can use inputs as counters or standard digital inputs.
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Advanced 4-Axis Servo & Stepper Motion Controller with High-Speed Triggering
PCI-8164
ADLINK PCI-8164/PXI-8164 is an advanced 4-axis motion controller. Compared with the PCI-8132/34 series, PCI-8164/PXI-8164 offers better linear and circular interpolated move and continuous contouring performance-ideal for advanced pulse train motion control solutions and complicated motion and pick-and-place applications.
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Sun Trackers
STR-series
EKO Sun Trackers are very compact, robust, relatively light weight and very power efficient. Inside the Sun Tracker a Harmonic Drive with advanced motion control unit is used on each output shaft. Harmonic drive is a leading drive technology for those application where high precision, durability, low backlash, high transmission ratios and torque is required. Due to its compact design and high transmission ratio small motors could be used to keep the power consumption low.
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Distributed 4-Axis Motion Control Modules (with High-Speed Trigger Function)
MNET-4XMO-(C)
The MNET-4XMO is a 4-axis motion controller module for Motionnet distributed motion systems. It can generate fast frequency pulses (9.9 MHz) to drive stepper or servomotors in the machine automation field. As a motion controller, it can provide comprehensive motion functions which include 2 axis circular interpolation, 2-4 axis linear interpolation, or continuous interpolation for continual velocity and so on. Also, changing position/speed on the fly is available with a single axis operation.
