4.5 - 13.0 A rms (9 - 26 Peak)

The base EN drive can be used as a stand alone servo axis with integrated motion control or it can be easily controlled with single and multi-axis controllers, PLCs and host controllers. The base amplifier comes equipped with features suited for centralized control architectures. By adding snap on modules additional motion control features can be easily added to the drive making it a complete stand alone 1.5 axis servo system.

FM control modules provide EN drives with “snap-on” functionality for Indexing (FM-2), Programming (FM-3E), and Advanced Programming (FM-4E). This modular approach allows users to choose the level of advanced machine control they need, based on the applications requirements and supporting scalability and our "buy what you need" philosophy.  The MDS motion functionality can be easily scalable by adding on FM modules.

The analog torque or velocity modes can be used with classic position controllers using analog outputs and encoder inputs. The pulse mode is ideal for use with low-cost PLC stepper controllers. This drive works in a variety of applications where a host control provides a command signal determining the desired motion profile. The EN Drive is configurable for seven flexible modes of operation, and the parameters for each mode can be adjusted to tailor the drive to the specific application using our Windows™-based PowerTools Pro™ software. Base drive features include:

• Position Tracker – Analog Mode

• Analog Torque Mode

• Analog Velocity Mode

• Digital Velocity Preset

• Pulse Mode
  • Pulse/Pulse
  • Pulse/Direction
  • Pulse/Quadrature

• Summation of Analog Velocity and Digital Velocity
  

 

Applications

• The EN Series is ideal for a wide range of applications, including:

• Extend-retract arm

• Indexing conveyor

• Rotary knife

• Random infeed conveyor

• High speed labeling

• Flying cut off

• Auger filler

• Web control

• Point-to-point positioning

In these applications energy efficiency and productivity improvements often result in a rapid return on project investments.

 

Benefits

• Programmable I/O

• 5 optically-isolated inputs (1 dedicated)

• 3 optically-isolated outputs

• 1 analog input ±10 VDC, 14-bit

• 2 analog output ±10 VDC, 10-bit

• Programmable encoder output, (up to 8,192 lines per revolution)

• Separate stop and travel limit decel ramps

• Torque, Travel, Following Error and velocity limits

• 8 user defined speed presets with individual accel/decel rates

• 2 Programmable Torque Level Outputs

• In Motion Velocity Output

• Auto-Tune

• Software Oscilloscope

FM control modules provide EN drives with “snap-on” functionality for Indexing (FM-2), Programming (FM-3E), and Advanced Programming (FM-4E). This modular approach allows users to choose the level of advanced machine control they need, based on the applications requirements and supporting scalability and our "buy what you need" philosophy. For applications requiring traditional multi-axis control, our MC controller is easily integrated with a single cable connection. These modules are programmed using the our PowerTools Pro software.
 

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FM Modules

FM-2 Indexing Module

The FM-2 module enhances EN drives by adding positioning capability including Jog, Home, Index functions including Position Tracker™ – Fieldbus Indexing. The FM-2 also includes additional I /O providing 8 digital inputs and 4 digital outputs.

Operating information is set up via our free configuration software PowerTools Pro. The FM-2 is designed to be extremely easy to set up and run. This saves time and money during installation and also makes long term support a breeze. For any simple point to point motion application, the FM-2 indexer is the right choice.

 

FM-2 Application Examples Clutch-brake replacement Extend-retract arm Indexing table Indexing conveyor

 
FM-3E Programming Module

The FM-3E Ethernet module transforms the EN into a fully programmable single-axis motion controller, and adds 8 digital inputs and 4 digital outputs. Profibus (FM-3PB) and DeviceNet (FM-3DN) options are also available.

The FM-3E Ethernet Programming Module allows the user to create programs to sequence motion, I/O control, and other machine operations in one environment. These programs used in conjunction with the Assignments or “virtual wiring” feature, provide the user with a powerful and easy-to-use programming environment.

With removable terminal block connectors for I/O and a pluggable sync cable for master encoder connections, setup of the FM-3E hardware is quick and clean. For diagnostics, the LCD keypad display on the front of the module gives the user a quick and handy way to change parameters, monitor feedback parameters, check module and drive revisions, change baud rates, view I/O states, and much more.

Other versions of the FM-3; Profibus (FM-3PB) and DeviceNet (FM-3DN) options are also available.

 

FM-3E Application Examples Tension control Flying cut off Auger filler Registration control Slip compensation

 

FM-4E Advanced Programming Module

The FM-4E Advanced Programming module has taken all of the features and flexibility of the FM-3E, and added the ability to create complex motion profiles for sophisticated applications that are easy to set up with our intuitive PowerTools Pro software.

The FM-4E adds versatility and extends functionality by including high speed data capture, summation of multiple motion profiles, position capture object, queuing, multiple profile summation, program multi-tasking, and an array of parameters suitable for even the toughest applications.

The FM-4E module is the perfect solution for applications with complex motion profiles such as a random infeed conveyor, rotary knife, or high speed labeling machine. Using the same software as the FM-3E, PowerTools Pro makes programming the FM-4E quick and easy.

Other versions of the FM-4; Profibus (FM-4PB) and DeviceNet (FM-4DN) options are also available.

FM-4E Application Examples Random infeed conveyor Merge conveyor Rotary knife High speed labeling Phase synchronization Electronic gearing Point-to-point positioning Thermoforming Web control

Control Techniques' software suite makes it easy to access the complete feature set of our drives. These tools provide quick setup of the drive, optimize tuning, configuration back-up, programmable control and communications link set up.

• PowerTools Pro -Drag & Drop, Comprehensive help, Motion Profile Setup, User Units, Motor Auto-tune, Electronic Gearing, Network Configuration, and many other advanced features. So intuitive you can set up motion in minutes 

• CTSize - Drive sizing software for servo drives

The Software tools communicate using Ethernet, Serial (232 or 485) or USB connections. Ethernet allows the software tools to easily use the internet infrastructure allowing Control Techniques drives to be accessed remotely, from virtually anywhere around the world.

  

PowerTools Pro

Developing motion applications with PowerTools Pro is a simple “five step, top-down process”. The five steps are displayed within an explorer bar that allows easy intuitive navigation. Each step is configured using simple check boxes, drop down selections and drag and drop functionality. The five steps are:

• Hardware Configuration

• Drive Setup

• I/O Setup

• Motion

• Programs

PowerTools Pro is free of charge and can be obtained by clicking the download tab on this page.

A “BASIC”-like programming language enables users to develop more complex applications and sequencing with functions being selected by dragging and dropping onto the work area.

Our free PowerTools Pro software enables you to fully realize the power of the Epsilon EP servo systems. A familiar Microsoft^® Windows^TM interface provides operators and machine builders with the tools needed to access everything they need for complete servo control — Motion Profile Setup, User Units, Motor Auto-tune, Electronic Gearing, Network Configuration, and many other advanced features.

 

Assignments – Use our "Virtual Wiring" to create programs right out of the box, without writing a single "line of code." For example, on the assignment screen simply drag-and-drop the desired machine function onto the digital inputs and outputs.

 

 

 

 

Indexes – Setting up indexes is easily accomplished by filling in the screen’s blanks to create an index profile. Select from Incremental, Absolute, Registration, or Rotary Plus and Minus types. Choose the time base of the index by selecting either real time or synchronized to a master.

 

 

 

Network – Whatever fieldbus you are using, setting up network communications is quick and easy. Fill-in-the-blank, drag-and-drop procedures are used to get your drives communicating. PowerTools Pro diagnostics couldn’t be more intuitive, allowing real-time monitoring of the actual data being sent and received.

 

Camming – Cam data is easily entered within PowerTools Pro, and the Cam graphing tool is second to none, with multiple interpolation types available.

 

 

CTSize

Drive Sizing Software for Servo drives

Sizing your application is made easy with our free CTSize sizing software for Control Techniques drives. Selecting the optimum system is simply done by going through the five tabs: Load, Motion, Reduction, Selection and Results.

1. Start by selecting one of the six pre-configured load types:
   Lead screw, Rack and Pinion, Conveyor, Cylinder, Feed roll and User Defined

2. Fill in the load details on the load tab

3. Next, enter the load’s motion profile, making use of
   profile type shortcuts or creating multi-segment profiles

4. For speed reduction select from Belt/Pulley, Gear/Gear, Chain/Sprocket,
   or Gearbox for up to three separate stages of reduction

5. Use the selection tab to select from all products or narrow
   your search to a specific drive and/or motor

6. The results tab will display the optimum motor/ drive
   combination for your application