iCU-DC / iCU-EC Operating Instructions
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Introduction
The CAN Controllers of the iCU Series are compact, high-performance drive
controllers for 2 to 6 linear or rotational axles. The table housing integrates all control
components required for solving various automation tasks.
The table housing integrates all control components required for solving widely
varying automation tasks. These range from the output stage to the I/O component
group to safety controlling.
The control computer interface is a CANopen PCI card which serves as a CAN
master for the drive regulators and the I/O component group. External expansions
for up to 128 CAN nodes are also easily possible. The connections on the back side
of the control computer make it possible to easily connect a monitor, among other
things. USB sockets are available for attaching various peripheral equipment such as
mouse and keyboard. A LAN connection allows for integration into an existing
network and can also be used for remote maintenance.
The NC controller core makes it possible to interpolate up to 6 axles (linear, circular,
or helix), and online and Lock Ahead belt processing are also available. Using the
software ProNC, individual axles can be controlled as handling axles (besides the
interplating axles).
The
iCU-DC
CAN Controllers can drive up to 6 brushed DC servo motors. The
iMD10
output stages in use have automatic jerk limitation and standstill monitoring
(up to safety category 3).
Controllers in the
iCU-EC Series
can drive up to 6 brushless DC servo motors. The
iMD20
output stages in use have automatic jerk limitation and standstill monitoring
(up to safety category 3).
1.1 Safety symbols
Warning!
Warning of dangers which can lead to adverse effects on health, physical
injury, or death.
Warning!
Life-threatening voltage
Warning of danger from electrical current. Non-compliance can result in
severe injury or death.
Attention!
This symbol is for notices, non-observance of which can lead to damage
or faults.
Information:
This symbol is for important information and notices.
