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Product ReleaseAMCI UL Listed Stepper Drives Approved for OEMs and Machine Builders Print
 AMCI has expanded their selection of UL Listed stepper drives in response to increased safety and performance requirements for machine builders and OEMs. The SD17040, SD31045, and SD17060 series stepper drives are now certified by Underwriters Laboratories® (UL) as UL Listed products. The UL Listing mark on AMCI stepper drives indicates that the drives have been tested by UL to recognized safety standards. These newly approved drives are rated for operation in ambient temperatures ranging from 0°C to 50°C, and are compatible with AMCI’s complete line of motion controllers and high torque stepper motors. AMCI’s stepper drives provide a wide range of features including network connectivity, onboard indexers, encoder feedback, compact design, and simplified set-up. All of AMCI’s UL-Listed drives are self-contained with their own power supplies, and range from 4.0 Arms – 9.8 Arms (Amps RMS) of output current. Additionally, a high voltage version is now available from AMCI to meet European standards that require 230Vac input. All of the units can be installed into tight spaces without thermal issues, and offer panel or side mounting for increased flexibility. “Most machine builders and OEMs require UL approved control products because their equipment must meet safety and performance standards around the world. AMCI’s UL listed stepper drives achieve this level of excellence as verified by Underwriters Laboratories’ rigorous testing & certification”, explained Stan Mantchev, AMCI Engineer. Many stepper drives with UL approval are only recognized, whereas AMCI’s stepper drives are UL listed to ensure hassle free compliance in any installation. Underwriters Laboratories® (UL) is a company that has developed standards and testing systems to ensure products are safe. A UL Listing mark on a product is always composed of four elements including the UL in a circle mark (logo), and the word LISTED in capital letters. UL Listed products represent products that are found to be free from reasonably foreseeable risk of fire, electric shock, and related hazards, and that the product was manufactured under UL’s follow-up service program. AMCI designs and manufactures everything you need to easily configure a high performance, reliable stepper motor control system. Every product is designed for optimum performance when connected to other AMCI stepper products and will provide years of trouble free operation.
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Stainless Steel Rotary Encoders Designed for the Most Extreme Conditions
 AMCI's DuraCoder® brand encoders are now available with stainless steel housings and an IP69K rating for operation in the most extreme conditions. AMCI DuraCoders have a superior shaft load rating; providing a longer life cycle than other encoders. Many industrial applications require encoders that withstand a variety of harsh environments.With a standard IP67 rating, and IP69K rated versions available, end-users can take advantage of the DuraCoder's protection against ...More >> AMCI and Rockwell Automation Release New PartnerNetwork Solutions Brochure
 Rockwell Automation and Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI) have released their first PartnerNetworkTM Solutions brochure. Over twenty years ago, AMCI was one of the first companies to partner with Rockwell Automation through the "Pyramid Solutions Program", now called the "EncompassTM Program". Rockwell Automation designed a new brochure that would recognize this 25 year relationship between AMCI and Rockwell Automation. The brochure includes a brief history of the successful partnership, and features an overview of the AMCI product lines that are referenced in the Rockwell Automation EncompassTM Partners Program.
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AMCI EtherNet IP Multi turn Resolver Compatible with Allen Bradley PLCs
 Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI), has released the NR25 series of heavy-duty EtherNet/IP resolvers. Compatible with all Allen-Bradley PLCs that support EtherNet/IP, these networked rotary sensors provide an overall measuring range of 16 bits (single-turn resolution) plus 14 bits (number of revolutions), or 30 bits total. With both single-turn and multi-turn versions available, AMCI's EtherNet/IP resolvers are ready for any application.
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EtherNet IP Absolute Multi turn Encoder by AMCI
 Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI), has released the NR25 series of heavy-duty EtherNet/IP DuraCoder® encoders. These networked rotary sensors provide an overall measuring range of 16 bits (single-turn resolution) plus 14 bits (number of revolutions), or 30 bits total. With both single-turn and multi-turn versions available, AMCI's EtherNet/IP encoders are ready for any application. Designed in accordance with ODVA guidelines, the AMCI NR25 EtherNet/IP encoders are 100% compatible with
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White Paper: AMCI Encoders Improve Fire Safety
 Amity Fire & Safety was founded in 1973, and serves the Fire & Equipment industry by producing swivels (Figure 1), telescopic waterways, weldments, machined parts, and pins for extremely demanding applications. Their international customer base includes industry giants such as KME (Kovatch Mobile Equipment), Pierce Manufacturing, and Rosenbauer. Amity’s customers manufacture the fire trucks that we see at our local fire departments around the world. KME works closely with Amity to design and build structurally safe and durable fire trucks. KME custom manufactures the broadest family of aerials in the fire service, and incorporates IQAN E-Control™ (motion control system) in their trucks to ensure a high level of safety. The company employs 700 people in 5 locations across US and Canada. ...More >>SSI Interface Module Expands 1762 MicroLogix I/O Functionality
 AMCI has developed 1 and 2 channel SSI expansion modules for Allen-Bradley 1762 MicroLogix™ I/O. The AMCI 7160 Series SSI modules enable customers to expand the flexibility of MicroLogix 1100, 1200, and 1400 controllers by adding the ability to monitor rotary and linear applications. This low cost, compact, yet powerful solution is designed to fit well within your budget. Using Rockwell Automation Enabled™ technologies ensures that the 7160 series modules are 100% compatible with the Allen-Bradley 1762 MicroLogix I/O. Setup and installation is easy. ...More >>ControlLogix Interface Communicates with EnDat Sensors
 A direct interface to EnDat position encoders is now available for the 1756 ControlLogix PLC. The AMCI 7272 module is a digital, bidirectional interface for EnDat encoders, with features including latch inputs, onboard diagnostics, and read/write access. Utilizing Rockwell Automation licensed technology, the 7272 EnDat Interface PLC module is 100% compatible with the 1756 ControlLogix PLC. The 7272 EnDat interface module directly interfaces with all Heidenhain EnDat 2.1 rotary encoders, high accuracy angle encoders, and linear scales. The module is digital, two-channel, and bidirectional; enabling it to transmit position values as well as read and update information stored in the encoder, or save new information. For high system reliability, sensor data such as application-specific parameters, compensation tables, error detection, and diagnostic capabilities are made available with this module. Several other features come standard. ...More >>Motion Control for MicroLogix 1762 has arrived
 Unleash the power of your 1762 MicroLogix I/O with AMCI’s new 3100 series two-axis motion control modules. These 2-axis controllers plug directly into your MicroLogix PLC, and are available in two versions: 3102 (X-Y motion control) and 3102i (X-Y motion control + interpolation). AMCI’s 3100 series modules provide encoder feedback in addition to a wide range of motion commands, satisfying simple to sophisticated application requirements. Both the 3102 and 3102i are 100% compatible with MicroLogix 1100, 1200, and 1400, and are easy to program using Allen-Bradley’s RSLogix 500 software.
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LDT Sensors Get Interface Module for ControlLogix PLC
 AMCI releases the only LDT interface module for Allen-Bradley’s ControlLogix PLC. Bringing Linear Displacement Transducer (LDT) position sensor data into the 1756 ControlLogix PLC is now easy and affordable. AMCI’s 2 channel 7252 LDT/MDT interface card can directly interface to two magnetostrictive sensors with PWM, control pulse, or start/stop signals. Features include latch inputs, onboard diagnostics, and ease of installation and programming. Utilizing Rockwell Automation licensed technology ensures the AMCI 7252 LDT interface module is 100% compatible with the 1756 ControlLogix PLC.
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AMCI's Compact, Powerful Stepper Drive Beats Expectations
 AMCI introduces a space saving, powerful, 170V bus, 4.0 Amp microstepping driver. Standard features include switch selectable microstep resolutions, automatic idle current reduction, anti-resonance, short circuit protection, and overtemperature circuitry. No additional power supply is required, reducing overall costs, as the SD17040C is an AC line-powered drive. The SD17040C can drive 4, 6, or 8 lead step motors, Nema sizes 23-42. The SD17040C is designed to withstand demanding applications, with board-level components rated to 105oC (221oF). With panel or side mounting options, the SD17040C can be installed into tight spaces without supplemental fans or cooling aids. Thermal issues are no concern with this compact drive. The use of DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology in combination with high quality transistors has enabled AMCI to customize the drive's performance for most applications, while also reducing space within the unit. ...More >>Stainless Steel Resolvers Designed for Extreme Duty and Food Grade Applications
 AMCI realizes the need for extreme-duty sensor feedback in harsh industrial environments, and in response, has developed a family of stainless steel resolver transducers. Options include 303 or 304 stainless steel housing and shaft, and a variety of mounting styles. The IP67 rated product line comes standard with either a 1/4", 3/8", or 5/8" stainless steel shaft and an oversized double row sealed bearing. The input shaft in each of these stainless steel resolvers extends through the internal core of the resolver rotor windings. This one-piece rotor design eliminates internal coupling components, increases shaft strength and maximizes reliability.
AMCI Stepper Motor Drives Accepted Into Rockwell Automation Encompass Program
 AMCI's family of stepper motor drives have been granted membership into Rockwell Automation's exclusive Encompass Program. Meeting the Program's strict requirements, AMCI Stepper Drives are recognized as value-driven products, capable of enhancing or extending Rockwell Automation's efforts in the field of Stepper Motor Controls.Terryville, CT - Advanced Micro Controls Inc, a Connecticut based industrial controls company, has fortified their position as the premier manufacturer of Allen Bradley compatible stepper motor control products. The Rockwell Automation Group, corporate parent of Allen-Bradley, recently accepted AMCI's entire line of stepper motor drives into their Encompass Program, establishing the company as a global partner supporting stepper motor control on the factory floor. Inclusion into the Encompass Program is contingent on several criteria, specifying that a product must deliver unique functionality supported by a reputable, sound company - AMCI. ...More >> AMCI'S Resolver Sensors Enjoy Widespread Recognition from OEM Manufacturers
 AMCI's expertise with resolver sensor technology has produced one of the most comprehensive collections of rotary position sensors and related interface products for the industrial controls market. With over twenty years of experience developing specialized resolver products, OEM Machine Builders and Control System Integrators are consulting AMCI as the authority on resolvers, resolver transducers, and resolver interface products. ...More >> AMCI Releases SSI Interface Module for Rockwell Automation’s CompactLogix and MicroLogix PLC
 Advanced Micro Controls Inc (AMCI) releases the 7662 SSI interface module for the Rockwell Automation CompactLogix and MicroLogix PLC. The 2-channel module is the third Synchronous Serial Interface that AMCI has designed for Allen-Bradley PLCs, and benefits from years of research and development experience. Competitively priced and recognized by the Rockwell Automation Encompass program, the AMCI 7662 is considered the industry standard for SSI sensing applications. ...More >> AMCI 3401 Module Expands Motion Control Into POINT I/0 for Allen-Bradley PLCs
 AMCI continues to expand its motion control product line with their 3401 stepper motor control module for Allen Bradley's Point I/O. The 3401 module is 100% compatible with Allen-Bradley's distributed I/O network and has the lowest cost per axis of all the motion control modules available for Allen Bradley PLCs.Exploring the module's other benefits; Sales Manager Leo Brennan explains "The 3401 has the lowest per axis cost of all the motion control modules available for Allen Bradley PLCs. We found customers were looking for a motion control solution that provided all of the functionality of a standard motion controller but had some of the cost advantages of the Point I/O system ...More >> Heavy Duty Shaft Increases Radial Load Rating by 250% for AMCI Encoders & Resolvers
 Advanced Micro Controls Inc releases a heavy-duty shaft option for their DC25 DuraCoders and H25 resolver transducers. The rugged 5/8" (0.625") front shaft is made of stainless steel and increases radial load ratings by 250%. Applications that demand a high radial load rating benefit from the heavy-duty shaft's accurate position readings. ...More >> AMCI Stepper Drive Saves Space, Simplifies Set-Up, and 100% Compatible
 The SD17060B stepper motor drive is rated at 6.3 Amps (115 VAC) and features a streamlined design, offering several installation options. Onboard LED diagnostics simplify set-up and built-in safeguards ensure trouble free operation. Additional safety measures include short circuit protection - phase to phase and phase to ground - and over temperature circuitry. The SD17060B stepper motor drive is a direct replacement for AMCI stepper drive part number SD17060, retaining the standard wiring connectors & mounting pattern. Like all AMCI control products, the SD17060B stepper motor drive was designed for 100% compatibility with the company's related stepper motor control products, ensuring optimum performance and utility. ...More >> Rotary Encoder Combines Outstanding Durability With SSI Precision Feedback
 AMCI's expertise with SSI interface technology and encoder sensors has produced an Absolute SSI DuraCoder, available in either single-turn or multi-turn configurations. With over twenty years of experience developing specialized industrial controls, AMCI supplies the world with over ten different SSI interface solutions, spanning seven different PLC platforms and four industrial networks....More >> AMCI Resolver Transducers Engineered As Direct Replacement For Expensive Competitors
 Designed as a direct replacement for today's competing resolver transducers, AMCI releases their new HT/HTT-400 series resolver transducers in 4" diameter housing. AMCI's HT/HTT-400 series are also available with a wide selection of resolver types, suiting most electrical specifications. Short lead times come standard with this product. ...More >> Size 15 Magnetic Encoder Resists Shock, Vibration, and Cold
 AMCI releases a heavy-duty size 15 magnetic encoder that resists shock, vibration, and cold temperatures. Available in either SSI or Analog output versions, AMCI's ME15 series encoders are designed for budget-minded applications that require superior reliability.AMCI (Advanced Micro Controls Inc.) has released a size 15 rotary shaft encoder capable of withstanding shock, vibration, and cold temperatures. Based on a magnetic design, AMCI's ME15 rotary shaft encoder is available in either SSI or Analog output versions. Designed for cost sensitive applications that require bullet-proof reliability, the ME15 magnetic encoder measures just less than 1.5" in diameter and is engineered for heavy-duty operation across a variety of industries ...More >> Ethernet IP Stepper Indexer/Driver Designed For Allen-Bradley PLCs
 AMCI releases a powerful 6.0 Amp RMS line powered stepper motor controller/driver that connects to Allen-Bradley's popular Ethernet IP industrial network. This integrated stepper indexer/driver saves money and simplifies installation by eliminating the need for a separate controller in the PLC. Microstepping, programmable current output, and anti-resonance circuitry are all standard features. Adding stepper axes is very easy; users simply attach another SD17060E to their Ethernet IP network. "The SD17060E stepper indexer/driver for Ethernet IP is an extension of AMCI's product alignment with Allen-Bradley PLCs.
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