OverviewThe CMac-PX Control Module is an EtherCAT motion controller with up to two integrated servo drives, intended for OEM multi-axis precision systems and applications requiring tight motion-to-process synchronization. It uses a multi-processor architecture, advanced profile generation and servo control algorithms, and universal servo drive technology compatible with a wide range of motors and stages.
Key Features- Combined EtherCAT motion controller and integrated drive solution
- Optimized for cost-sensitive precision XY stage control
- Dual-loop and flexible servo control capabilities
- Expandable EtherCAT control for MainDevice/SubDevice configurations
- Universal servo drive technology supporting diverse motor types and stages
- Operates as EtherCAT MainDevice for SPiiPlus Platform and 3rd-party SubDevices
Capabilities- Application Development: ACSPL+ environment and advanced development tools for faster OEM integration and custom application code.
- Motion Profile Generation: Algorithms for smooth, high-throughput motion profiles to improve machine throughput and positional accuracy.
- Servo Control: Advanced servo algorithms (e.g., NanoPWM™, ServoBoost™, LearningBoost™) to maximize stage performance and precision.
- Motion-to-Process Synchronization: High-speed event triggering, position capture and synchronized I/O to precisely align motion with process events.
Public ResourcesManufacturer-provided datasheet, CAD/STEP models and 2D/3D drawings are available as product resources.
Technical specifications- Controller Axes: 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 or 128
- Integrated Drive Axes: 2
- Controller Cycle Rate: 10 kHz
- Host Communications: TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, RS-232
- Drive Supply Input: 85–250 Vac (single- or three-phase)
- Bus Voltage: Vin × 1.414
- Maximum Current Output Per Axis: 10 A or 20 A
- Encoder Channels: 4 AqB, 2 SinCos, 2 Absolute
- Mounting Type: Panel
- Functional Safety Options: STO & SS1
- Designed for OEM multi-axis precision motion and tight motion-to-process synchronization