Optimize EtherCAT

By PR Editor | October 7, 2022

The IDMsm is the first model in ACS Motion Control's Intelligent Drive Module (IDM) Series of EtherCAT DS402 drives. It represents the first motor drive that can be controlled by a third-party device.

The IDMsm's advanced servo control algorithms and universal motor drive technology make it a powerful, scalable and versatile motion solution for demanding applications with third-party EtherCAT controllers.

The IDMsm meets the needs of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that employ EtherCAT-based control systems with high-precision motion stages. Controllable by any EtherCAT master, its servo control algorithms and software tools help maximize motion system performance. Its universal servo drive technology provides system designers with the flexibility to control almost any type of motor or stage.

The IDMsm also features powerful multithreaded real-time programming and tuning optimization tools, offering existing EtherCAT drive users a new set of tools for reaching new levels of motion system performance.

The IDMsm suits applications with non-ACS EtherCAT controllers that need:–Improved performance and stability on high-precision motion stages.–High-speed triggering synchronized to position (inspection head, external sensor activation, etc.).–Support for various encoder feedback technologies.–Advanced gantry control for improved performance and flexibility.–Advanced servo control algorithms customized by ACS. (Please contact an ACS representative for more information.)

Stages employing multiple motor technologies.–User programmability with real-time program execution (homing routines, commutation, data processing, autofocus, etc.).–Dual loop feedback control.–High-speed data acquisition and position capture.

The IDMsm integrates advanced servo control capabilities that enable maximum motion performance, while its multithreading capabilities and universal motor support promote greater application and motor/stage flexibility.

Other key features include:–Standard DS402 (CiA402) CANOpen over EtherCAT interface–20 kHz servo sampling and updating of position, velocity and current loop–Maximum drive current: 5/10 A per axis–Drive supply input: 12–48 Vdc–Eight limit sensor inputs–Four motor brake outputs–Four high-speed position capture (MARK) inputs–Four high-speed position event generation (PEG) outputs–Eight general purpose outputs–Functional safety: STO, SS1

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