The IMAC Ethernet Motion Server from IntelLiDrives is a new Internet accessible distributed motion control technology for automation applications. It uses TCP/IP over Internet to control with a single IMAC Motion Server up to 128 servo or stepper IDrives axes.

This open architecture allows seamless integration with Digital I/O, Vision Systems and additional equipment such as HMIs all controlled from a single master over Internet. Systems may be used with a stand alone program or, alternatively, commands can be sent from an external computer from any application such as Visual Basic, C, C++, C#, JavaScript, LabView and many others. The architecture is scalable, using multiple IMAC Motion Servers and the distributed control concept ensures that it is cost effective for any size or complexity.

IDrives offer a complete range of ac- and dc-powered digital drives for servo and stepper motors. Advanced tuning and commutation algorithms, made possible by state-of-the-art DSP technology, help to maximize motor performance.

The drives work with a wide range of motors including rotary servo and stepper motors, linear servo and stepper motors, and direct drive motors. Input power is 100 to 240 Vac or 24 to 90 Vdc. Feedback options include incremental, analog 1-Vpp and absolute.

For more information, visit www.intellidrives.com.