The iTec News from MSI Tec is a monthly publication focused on the latest trends and product offerings in machine automation, motion control, device networking and machine to machine (M2M) communications. MSI Tec, Inc. is a customer-driven provider of intelligent machine control components and systems, custom ruggedized computing and networking solutions, as well as the value-adding engineering resources essential for the successful identification and implementation of their use.

Product Spotlight:
Oriental Motor's ASX Series
Integrated Closed-Loop Step Motor, Drive & Controller: All-In-One Solution

Oriental Motor presents the new ASX series all-in-one closed loop motor. The controller and drive have been combined with the motor and feedback device, creating this all-in-one solution.

does not lose synchronism even when subjected to abrupt load fluctuation or acceleration. The built-in rotor position detection sensor constantly monitors the motor movement. If synchronism is about to be lost, closed loop control is used, so there is no need to worry about loss of steps.

New Advances in Closed Loop Step Motor Technology

• Combines the motor, drive, and controller in one unit
• Microstepped for smooth motion
• Up to 5,000 RPM
• Unique heat separation system
• Automatic current control

Integrated Motor, Driver and Controller

• With unique heat separation technology, the ASX Series achieves the same performance as our component type products
• The ASX Series does not require cables to connect each component making installation easy and eliminating noise.
• The installation space required is 40% less than component type products.

High Performance
Integrated Motion Controller

• Automatic motion profile generator
• Automatic load estimator
• Configurations for PLC, PC, and stand alone operation
• Full built-in diagnostic and oscilloscope functions

Immediate Motion Creator (IMC)

• Fast and easy programming
• Drag and drop programming interface
• User selectable units: mm, in, rev, etc
• User named variables and subroutines
• Programmable I/O

Easy to Install: All connectors have one-touch lock so they can easily be installed in narrow locations.

Request a quote or speak to a sales engineer at MSI Tec today for more information on the ASX Series or any Oriental Motor product.

Motion Tech Tip:
Easy Data Acquisition with Galil Controllers

In the world of automation and machine control, it is very common to need a way to acquire data from a machine.  This application note explains what "Data Acquisition" means, why it is useful, and then shows how to implement it using a Galil controller. Read More...

New from Applied Motion Products:
STM Series Drives and SV Series Servo Drives & Motors

STM Series Drives.  We are pleased to introduce the STM Drive+Motor. The STM is a Drive+Motor unit fusing step motor and drive technologies into a single device. Advantages over conventional solutions are: space-saving, reduced wiring and lower system cost.

SV Series Drives.  A new low cost DC input servo drive for OEM applications. The cost of the SV brings a servo solution closer for those who require higher speeds and closed loop control. Available in S, Q and Si versions the SV is also presented with a new range of low cost servo motors and cables.  

Request a quote on AMP's latest low-cost solutions from an MSI Tec Applications Engineer

Elmo SimplIQ Solo Guitar: Ready-to-use Servo Drive Controller
Also Available with Absolute Encoder

The Solo Guitar is an integrated solution designed for OEMs to simply and efficiently connect Elmo's Guitar servo drive directly to a motion control application. The solution consists of the Guitar together with a convenient connection interface that can reduce or completely eliminate development time and resources when designing a PCB board for a motion control application. Other highlights include:

• The Solo Guitar series of digital servo drives is designed to deliver the highest density of power and intelligence.
• The Solo Guitar operates from a DC power source in current, velocity, position and advanced position modes, in conjunction with a permanent-magnet synchronous brushless motor, DC brush motor, linear motor or voice coil.
• The Solo Guitar can operate as a stand-alone device or as part of a multi-axis system in a distributed configuration on a real-time network.
• The Solo Guitar is equipped with four powerful digital outputs. It is designed to deliver up to 250 mA in each output when it is defined as general purpose applications or up to 500 mA when it is defined for braking applications.
• The Solo Guitar provides two differential ports for Auxiliary feedback. The relevant functionality of Feedback B port is configured via the user interface.
• The Solo Guitar provides an input for thermal motor protection. Digital input 1 is allocated for that purpose.
• The Solo Guitar provides a "main differential buffered output" (not available for the Solo Guitar absolute feedback model ).
• The Solo Guitar drive is easy to set up and tune with Elmo’s Composer software tools.
• This Windows-based application enables users to quickly and simply configure the servo drive for optimal use with their motor.
• The Solo Guitar, as part of the SimplIQ product line, is fully programmable with the Elmo Metronome motion control language.
• The Solo Guitar delivers up to 4.8 kW of continuous power or 5.4 kW of peak power in a small package (46.7 x 61 x 80 mm or 1.84" x 2.4" x 3.15").
• The Solo Guitar uses a 12 ~ 195 VDC isolated DC power source (not included with the Solo Guitar).
• A “smart” control-supply algorithm enables the Solo Guitar to operate with only one power supply, with no need for an auxiliary power supply for the logic.
• To back up and store control parameters in the event of a power outage, an external 12 ~ 195 VDC isolated supply can be connected to the Solo Guitar to maintain maximum flexibility and backup functionality when needed.

Click here to request a quote or learn more about any of Elmo's product.

From Omron: Low-Cost S8JX Power Supplies Meet OEM Design Needs

From the advanced world of Omron comes the new low-cost S8JX power supplies.  The new S8JX series of power supplies delivers the popular power ratings and mounting options that OEMs require.

Some of the key features and benefits of the S8JX Series are:

• Three power capacities: 50W, 100W and 150W
• Output voltages: 5V, 12V and 24V (for 50W and 100W models); 24V (for 150W models)
• Extended machine life with built-in overload and overvoltage protection. Overvoltage protection prevents damage to equipment (load).  Overload protection prevents possible damage to the power supply from overcurrent conditions
• Multiple mounting options for panel design flexibility - DIN, front, bottom or side
• Safety approvals: UL, cUL, UL508 Listed, CE, SEMI F47, VDE
• UL508 Listing allows full load rating to be used in industrial control panels
• Lead-free design complies with RoHS directive
• Two-year warranty
• Line expansion coming in 2009: 15W, 30W, 300W and 600W models!

Positioned for mid- to large-size OEMs.  The S8JX is positioned for larger OEMs that find it difficult to invest in the value-added features and functionality of the S8VS and S8VM series. 

While the S8JX Series is not meant to be a replacement for any previous or current Omron power supply lines, it is competitively priced to win against the low-cost leaders like Meanwell, Astrodyne and Crouzet.

Contact one of MSI Tec's sales engineers today to get more information or to request a quote on Omron's S8JX Series of power supplies.

Yaskawa: New Version of SigmaWin+ 5.11 Software Available, now with USB and Vista support

A new version of SigmaWin is now available for download on our website. The new version, 5.11, contains USB drivers that will function under the Microsoft Vista Operating System (32-bit). SigmaWin+ v5.11 also includes enhancements to the graphing functions and on-line parameter editor.

From AMC Advanced Motion Controls: AZ Series Servo Drives

Advanced Motion Controls announces the expansion of the successful PCB mount, Z-drive servo family. Introducing 'AZ' series with higher power, greater thermal efficiency and lower operating voltages.  Functionalities include: torque and velocity modes with multiple command and feedback options.  AZ's take up little space, eliminate wiring hassle and deliver unparalleled performance.  Additionally, servo solution customization just got that much easier.  Check out the new global standard in PCB mount servos drives - 'AZ' style!

Introducing just a few of the new highlights for these very capable servo drives:

• Considered µ-sized, AZ's have an incredibly small footprint, smaller than a business card, and weighing a mere 100 grams or less, including the heat sink!
• Selected AZ models are dedicated to operate in either torque or velocity modes for brushed, voice coil or brushless motors.
• Various AZ's can take inputs of either ±10V analog or PWM & Direction with velocity feedback being encoder, Hall Effect's only or tachometer.
• Some AZ's capacity include operating from 10 - 80VDC while delivering 12 Amps continuous / 20 Amps peak, achieving 1kW continuous power if needed!

With multiple product choices, the strategy is to reduce your overall system costs by establishing an optimal feature set that fulfills the application's exact needs.  However, all of the units have extremely high current loop bandwidth for quick response times needed when used in critical or challenging applications.  Yet, designed to minimize your overall system costs.

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