Product Description:

The MX2000-2 is a motion controller produced by Kollmorgen within the MX2000 Motion Controllers series. It coordinates multi-axis positioning commands, translating higher-level automation instructions into time-synchronized pulse, analog, and reference signals for downstream drives. By combining signal conditioning, sequencing, and feedback processing, the product provides deterministic control for small to mid-range machinery in industrial automation cells. It is suited for applications that need coordinated motion while keeping the control architecture compact and direct.

For signal acquisition, each analog input presents a 20 kΩ impedance, is digitized to 12 bit resolution, and is sampled at 1950 samples/sec. This timing bandwidth captures low-frequency process variables without aliasing and supports stable monitoring of command and feedback signals. The analog output channel can source up to 5 mA, and its full-scale drift remains within ±0.11 V, so commanded velocities or torques stay linear across the span. When step-and-direction control is required, the controller can emit pulses up to 1.99 MHz, enabling very short edge spacing for high-speed servo systems. The hardware internally schedules motion for 2 axes, and four dedicated inputs per axis accept limit, home, or probe signals for position-related machine functions. This arrangement allows a single controller to handle synchronized axis tasks without additional pulse-generation hardware.

Feedback chains are powered by an encoder supply that can deliver up to 100 mA, helping prevent voltage sag when multiple incremental sensors are present. System protection is provided by a replaceable 2 A fuse, while the mains side draws only 0.5 A at 115 VAC during peak computation cycles. The reference output stage offers up to 20 mA of current at 10 ±0.07 V so analog drives receive a stable command source. Operation is specified up to 10,000 ft altitude and 95% non-condensing humidity, allowing installation in elevated or humid production areas. Despite these capabilities, the controller weighs just 8.25 lb, which helps simplify cabinet placement and supports installations where panel space and mounting load must be managed carefully.