AEM-180-20
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The AEM-180-20 is a compact motion control module with a peak current of 20 A DC. Manufactured by Copley Controls, it belongs to the Accelnet Series. The module supports multiple feedback types including digital quad A/B encoders and SSI. It also features EtherCAT and RS-232 communication interfaces.
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The Copley Controls AEM-180-20 DC servo drive integrates seamlessly into complex systems and supports a variety of advanced feedback and command interfaces. This drive is ideal for high performance applications requiring precise and reliable servo control.
The AEM-180-20 DC servo drive supports EtherCAT communication with galvanic isolation to ensure safe operation. It utilizes TX+, TX-, RX+ and RX- signal formats and operates on the 100BaseTX protocol to ensure robust and fast data exchange. It operates at low frequencies for reliable commutation control. The drive offers programmable or digital input based device ID selection for versatile configuration. It includes ± 10 Vdc analog inputs for torque and velocity control along with high speed digital inputs for PWM velocity/torque and stepper/encoder position commands. An integrated Quad A/B digital encoder enhances camming functionality for precise motion control. The model’s SSI interface handles absolute position feedback at a 16 kHz loop frequency. This offers flexible encoding options such as binary or Gray. EnDat absolute encoder compatibility adds bi-directional data transfer and optional sin/cos incremental signals for comprehensive feedback options. The drive’s Digital Hall signal inputs sourced from magnetic sensors or encoder tracks enable accurate commutation initialization and motor phasing.
The Accelnet series servo drive’s advanced features ensure smooth operation in demanding environments. Its versatile encoder support includes SSI and EnDat absolute encoders for precise positioning data and digital Hall signals for motor control initialization. The integrated clock signals in the SSI interface ensure synchronized data transmission while the EnDat interface supports optional sin/cos channels for additional flexibility. This drive is engineered for seamless integration with modern automation systems and offers high speed command inputs and reliable feedback handling for optimal performance.
Frequently Asked Questions about AEM-180-20:
Q: What communication protocol does the AEM-180-20 DC servo drive use?
A: The AEM-180-20 DC servo drive supports EtherCAT communication with galvanic isolation. It operates on the 100BaseTX protocol to ensure robust and efficient data exchange.
Q: What feedback interfaces does the AEM-180-20 DC servo drive provide?
A: This model integrates SSI and EnDat absolute encoder interfaces for flexible feedback options. It supports binary or Gray encoding and optional sin/cos incremental signals for advanced functionality.
Q: How does the AEM-180-20 DC servo drive manage torque and velocity control?
A: The AEM-180-20 includes ±10 Vdc analog inputs for precise torque and velocity control. It also supports high-speed digital inputs for PWM and stepper/encoder position commands.
Q: How does the AEM-180-20 DC servo drive handle motor commutation and phasing?
A: Digital Hall signal inputs from magnetic sensors or encoder tracks enable accurate commutation initialization. This ensures precise motor phasing and smooth operation during startup.
Q: What are the key features of the Quad A/B digital encoder in the AEM-180-20 DC servo drive?
A: The integrated Quad A/B encoder enhances camming functionality for precise motion control. It supports high-speed operation, ensuring accurate and reliable positioning in demanding applications.
