MACS3 single and multi-axis control for positioning and synchronization. It is a freely programmable control system including 10 digital and one analog input. Two CAN busses provide a direct control of multiple axis or an easy extension of inputs and outputs. With these features and fast processing time, the MACS3 is an ideal choice to synchronize complex systems. Applications - Flying saws - Belt synchronization, conveyor belts - Coil winding applications - Printing machines - X/Y tables - Electronic gearing - Palletizing, packaging - Feeding Positioning Functions - HOME - Absolute and relative positioning - Marker specific positioning - Programmable speed profiles - Speed, acceleration ramp, and braking ramp can be altered during motion Synchronization Features - Speed synchronization - Position / angle synchronization with or without marker correction - Ratio and offset can be altered online - Any change of operation mode between synchronization, positioning, and speed regulation, even during motion - Recording of master and slave position, speed, synchronicity errors, etc., even during operation Control Functions - Extension of inputs and outputs using CANopen modules - The MACS3 assumes CAN master functions as well as CAN drive functions - Interrupt functions on inputs, bus bits, bus telegrams, etc. - Timer function - Calculation function, branching, etc. CAM Functions - Interactive curve editor - Curve points and tangent points - Synchronization with slave or master marker correction Drives - All amplifiers with +/-10 V or 0 …10 V input or CAN interface - Frequency converters with and without CAN - Servo controls for brush and brushless motors