Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI) (www.amci.com) has expanded its lineup of NR25 series encoders with the addition of Profibus-DP communication. Compatible with all PLCs supporting Profibus-DP, the all-new AMCI NR25 Profibus-DP encoders feature up to 30 bit resolution and are offered in both multi-turn and single-turn versions. Using a “daisy-chain” bus topology, the Profibus-DP encoders […]
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STMicroelectronics starts production of STM32 F0 microcontroller series
In an effort to close the gap to high-end features in eight-bit and 16-bit applications, STMicroelectronics (www.st.com) has started production of its 32-bit STM32 F0 microcontroller series. Launched in February 2012, the series features a dedicated Discovery Kit while optimizing the extensive STM32 development ecosystem, allowing engineers to use the microcontrollers, which features ARM Cortex-M0 […]
PHYTEC’s AM335x SOM supports TI’s AM335x processors
PHYTEC (www.phytec.com) has unveiled the phyCORE-AM335x System on Module (SOM), which is a feature-packed SOM that supports Texas Instruments’ (www.ti.com) Sitara AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 processor as well as PowerVR SGX530 for 3D and 2D graphics acceleration. “phyCORE-AM335x’s introduction is an exciting addition to PHYTEC’s product line of System on Modules supporting TI’s applications processors,” said […]
Maxon Motor introduces EPOS3 70/10 EtherCAT digital positioning controller
Maxon Motor Australia (www.maxonmotor.com.au) has designed its EPOS3 70/10 EtherCAT digital positioning controller to meet the demands of synchronized multi-axis systems. Delivering excellent uniform running for motors fitted with incremental encoders, the EPOS3 70/10 EtherCAT features a nominal power supply voltage range of between 11 and 70 VDC. During acceleration, it offers a continuous output […]
ABB equips AC500 PLCs with remote control protocol
The Scalable AC500 PLCs from ABB Australia (www.abbaustralia.com.au) provides full functionality in a single unit as it is equipped with IEC 60 870-5-104 remote control protocol. The web server integrated range includes ‘Extreme Conditions’ PLCs that can operate even at high temperatures and high altitudes in wet conditions. They also offer greater tolerance to hazardous […]
Simatic HMI Touch Panels feature Profinet/Profibus interfaces
Siemens Industry Automation Division (www.siemens.com) has expanded its Simatic HMI Comfort Panels portfolio to include sizes 15”, 19” and 22” color displays, while offering Profinet and Profibus interfaces for easy integration into an additional network. Although the panels are generally operated via touch screen displays, a version with key operation is also offered for the […]
Single-Axis Motion Controller with Microstepping Drive from Galil
Rocklin, Cal. – Galil Motion Control has introduces a stepper motor drive option for the DMC-30000 Pocket Motion Controller Series. The new DMC-30017 combines a single-axis motion controller with a 6A microstepping drive. Like other products in the DMC-30000 Series, the DMC-30017 offers higher performance, better power efficiency, smaller size, and a lower price than […]
Siemens Motor Management System features Profinet Interface
The Siemens Industry Automation Division (www.siemens.com) has included a Simocode pro V Profinet basic unit that comes with two RJ45 interfaces to its modular Simocode pro motor management system. The addition allows the system to control other systems like Simatic PCS 7 or to be connected through Profinet to higher-level controllers, including Simatic S7. Providing […]
The flexible Magellan Motion Processors
Performance Motion Devices (www.pmdcorp.com) has unveiled the Magellan Family of Motion Processors, which deliver high-performance chip-based motion control for automation, scientific, robotic and industrial applications. These flexible programmable devices are offered in one-, two-, three- and four-axis version and have the capability to control microstepping, brushless DC, DC brush and pulse and direction motors. To […]
NAI’s M* module controls up to three motors
North Atlantic Industries (www.naii.com) has announced that its M* Module seamlessly combines customer programmable DSP, FPGA and analog functions with Magellan MC5800. This provides multi-function board platforms with added motor control capability, resulting to an integrated servo motor control embedded card that is ideal for use in feedback, on-the-move, positioning, targeting, robotic/autonomous and manufacturing process […]