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This section discusses ClearPath MC Family modes of operation, inclu
input/output function
Model
Operation Mode
MCVC
Description
MCPV
Velocity Control Modes
Just turn on power and smoothly ramp to your preset velocity. For when all you
need is reliable, constant velocity from a brushless motor, and a bare minimum
of wiring. It doesn't get any easier than this.
Spin On Power Up
Fine control of velocity from zero to max velocity at the turn of a knob.
Remembers your last set velocity or resets to zero velocity when motor is
enabled.
Manual Velocity Control
By changing digital inputs (from your PLC, switches, etc.), ClearPath will
smoothly ramp to one of four preset velocities.
Ramp Up/Down to Selected Velocity
Follow Digital Velocity Command
Bipolar PWM Command
Follow Digital Velocity Command
Unipolar PWM Command
Connect a digital waveform (PWM or frequency) from your PLC or other device,
and ClearPath will run at a velocity proportional to the w veform. Or, use the
PWM output from an H-bridge driver of a brushed motor setup and ClearPath
becomes a high-performance drop-in replacement.
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Follow Digital Velocity Command
Frequency Command
Torque Control Modes
Follow Digital Torque Command
Bipolar PWM Command
Follow Digital Torque Command
Unipolar PWM Command
ClearPath will apply a variable torque (or force or tension) in proportion to a
digital command (PWM or frequency) supplied to the inputs.
Follow Digital Torque Command
Frequency Command
Position Control Modes
Use ClearPath digital inputs to spin the shaft CW or CCW. Wire your position
sensors or switches in series with the inputs to make an inexpensive, precision
two position actuator.
Move to Sensor Position
Command ClearPath to move to one of two preset locations. Perfect for
replacing air cylinders that move between two positions.
Move to Absolute Position (2 Positions)
Move to Absolute Position (4 Positions)
Command ClearPath to move to one of four preset locations. Perfect for
replacing air cylinders where more power and finesse is needed, and you want
to position at more than just two positions.
Move Incremental Distance (2 Distances)
Trigger ClearPath to move a user-defined distance (one of two) from its current
position. You can also send multiple, quick trigger pulses to tell ClearPath to
travel a multiple of any of its user-defined distances in one smooth move.
Move Incremental Distance (4 Distances)
Trigger ClearPath to move a user-defined distance (one of four) from its current
position. You can also send multiple, quick trigger pulses to tell ClearPath to
travel a multiple of any of its user-defined distances in one smooth move.
Pulse Positioning Mode
Pulse Burst Positioning
Use a timer/counter on your PLC (or a simple circuit) to send a burst of pulses
to ClearPath, and it will move a distance proportional to the number of pulses
sent, at your preselected velocity and acceleration. This mode gives you most
of the flexibility of a "step & direction" motion controller without the cost and
added complexity.
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