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drives through a high-speed serial interface to coordinate
up to ten axes of motion
Select linear (HLe/CL) or pulse width modulation (HPe/CP/MP) amplifiers
Coordinate motion using up to five independent tasks
Drive and control linear or rotary brushless, DC brush servo,
and micro-stepping motors
Command various motion types including: point-to-point,
linear and circular interpolation, electronic gearing, and
velocity profiling
Program in AeroBasic™, Microsoft .NET (C#, VB.NET,
and Managed C++), or LabVIEW®
Remotely command drives over Ethernet or RS-232 with an
ASCII interface available for both Windows®
and non-Windows® programs (including Linux)
Diagnose, tune, and program through an advanced Windows-based
interface
UL listed, CE approved |
| The Ensemble™ is Aerotech’s
next-generation, multi-axis controller for moderate- to high-performance
applications. Versatility, power, and affordability make
the Ensemble ideal for applications from basic laboratory
experimentation and general-purpose positioning to advanced
OEM systems.
Versatile, Flexible, Stand-Alone Multi-Axis Control
Network multiple drives for up to ten axes of coordinated
motion and seamlessly mix and match amplifier (linear versus
PWM) and motor types (brush, brushless, or stepper) within
the same positioning system using a common programming and
control platform. High-accuracy linear motor air-bearings
can be directed from the same controller running lower precision
drives with servo or stepper motors. Each drive can be reconfigured
to accept different motors and feedback devices, allowing
customers to adapt to changing system needs. Optional on-board
encoder interpolation provides programmable axis resolution,
including the ability to change interpolation (multiplication)
values through software.
Powerful and Intuitive Programming
Monitor and control all aspects of the positioning system,
no matter how complex, through the Ensemble HMI Integrated
Development Environment software. An included Autotuning
utility minimizes startup time by allowing easy optimization
of motion axes. Functional programs that can be modified
and used in customer applications are included in the online
help. Pre-coded LabVIEW® VIs, AeroBasic™ programming
functionality, .NET tools for C#, VB.NET, and managed C++
make the Ensemble even easier to use.
Advanced DSP Control
The processing power of a 225 MHz double precision, floating-point
DSP supplies exceptional performance in a variety of applications,
including point-to-point motion, linear and circular interpolation,
multi-axis error correction, 2D error mapping, direct commutation
of linear and rotary brushless servomotors, and on-board
servo autotuning. High-speed interrupts and data logging
capabilities provide a real-time link to external systems.
The Ensemble drives also offer high-speed position latching
capability and single- or multi-axis PSO (Position Synchronized
Output). Whether the requirement is simple point-to-point
motion or complex velocity-profiled contours with output
on the fly, Ensemble ensures peak performance for critical
operations.
Enhancing a Legacy of Success
Ensemble carries a legacy of success founded in Aerotech’s
A3200 and Soloist™ controllers. Enhanced capabilities
make it an obvious choice for aggressive motion control
applications. The Ensemble motion control architecture builds
upon the Soloist™ intuitive graphical user interface,
while improving multi-axis control through advanced features.
| PC Interface |
Ethernet or USB |
Ethernet or USB |
Ethernet or USB |
Ethernet or USB |
Ethernet or USB |
| Current Output, Peak |
10-150 A |
10-20 A |
10-30 A |
10 A |
10 A |
| Current Output,
Continuous |
5-75 A |
5-10 A |
5-15 A |
5 A |
5 A |
| Bus Voltage |
10-320 V |
40-80 V |
10-320 V |
40 V |
10-80 V |
| Amplifier Type |
PWM |
Linear |
PWM |
Linear |
PWM |
| Input Type |
2 or 3 Phase AC |
2 Phase AC |
2 Phase AC |
2 Phase AC |
DC |
| Motor Style |
Brush, Brushless, Stepper |
Brush, Brushless, Stepper |
Brush, Brushless, Stepper |
Brush, Brushless, Stepper |
Brush, Brushless, Stepper |
| Base I/O |
4-DO/6-DI
1-AO/1-AI |
4-DO/6-DI
1-AO/1-AI |
4-DO/6-DI
1-AO/1-AI |
4-DO/6-DI
1-AO/1-AI |
1-AI |
| Additional I/O
(Additional to Base I/O) |
16-DO/16-DI
3-AO/3-AI |
16-DO/16-DI
3-AO/3-AI |
16-DO/16-DI
1-AO/1-AI |
16-DO/16-DI
1-AO/1-AI |
8-DO/8-DI
1-AO/1-AI |
| ESTOP Input |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Brake Input Capable |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Single Axis PSO(1) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Dual Axis PSO(1) |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
| Triple Axis PSO(1) |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
| Ethernet Capable for
Third-Party I/O |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
| Auxiliary Keep Alive |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Notes:
1. PSO not available on Ensemble CP/MP when using integral MXU.
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