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Product ReleaseControl Techniques Launches New Servo Family
 Digitax ST- intelligent, compact
Digitax ST was designed by employing innovation, components with proven reliability and customer feedback. An example of this can be seen in Digitax ST's compact construction that allows high packing density for multiple axes, other features such as the onboard motion and automation control and a "Safe Torque Off" input reduce the need for external components, further shrinking the machine size. The drive is optimized for servo applications requiring high peak torque and exceptional dynamic response. Its ergonomic design promises fast installation and its free software assures quick start up. Four models make up the Digitax line at launch - Base, Indexer, EZ Motion and Plus. The Digitax ST BASE model is designed to operate with a motion controller, a multi-axis controller like the Motion Coordinator, or a PLC- or PC-based system, connected using either digital communications such as SERCOS and EtherCAT or traditional analog command signal. The Base unit is quick and simple to configure using the optional keypad, "SmartCard" an intuitive drive configuration tool that's included with every drive, or "CTSoft" the free PC based set-up and configuration tool. Typical applications include packaging, pick-and-place or gluing machines as well as material handling, X-Y tables and profiling machines The Digitax ST Indexer is designed for simple stand-alone applications using its onboard motion controller offering accurate, high speed point-to-point positioning. The Indexer is particularly easy to set up using Sequential Function Chart (SFC). SFC is a graphical programming language often used by PLCs and is one of the five languages defined by IEC 61131-3 standard. The SFC programming environment is a part of the drive commissioning software, CTSoft. The intuitive interface enables users to quickly configure a range of motion commands such as homing and various index moves, considerably saving development and set-up time. Option modules allow the drive to be integrated with other automation equipment using fieldbus, Ethernet and expanded I/O. Typical applications include indexing tables, fast conveyor positioning, cut-to-length lines, punching or dispensing machines and transfer units. The Digitax ST EZ-MOTION unit utilizes "Motion Made Easy" PowerTools Pro WindowsTM-based programming software that quickly steps the user through drive, I/O and motion configuration for many indexing and synchronized motor applications. High level software features help reduce development time. Motion configurations such as travel limits, queuing and camming are easily achieved within the PowerTools Pro software using easy to use dialog boxes and drag-and-drop functionality. Users can easily achieve a precision servo solution for indexing tables, pick-and-place, packaging and high-speed labelling machines, dancer arm loop control and rotary knife control with the Digitax ST EZ. Topping the line is the Digitax ST PLUS featuring a full functionality motion controller optimized for high performance machine cells requiring drive-to-drive networking, cam profiling and synchronized motion (including virtual master). The on-board drive-to-drive networking links multiple axes and enables true distributed control. Configured using SyPT Pro, the drive's advanced motion features are configured in a flexible IEC6113-3 style development environment using PLCopen motion function blocks. The on-board position controller saves both cost and cubicle space, SyPTPro can protect designers' intellectual property by preventing end-users from accessing the source code and the drive-to-drive network allows close integration with devices such as HMIs, PCs, I/O and other drives in the system. Digitax ST PLUS is the ideal OEM choice for printing and packaging machines, synchronizing conveyors, flying shear or rotary knife cutting, winder traverses for textile and cable machines - and many more applications too! All four models are geared towards saving development time, offer easy-to-use supporting software and a wide range of option modules. Options include modules for connectivity to all industry-standard fieldbus networks and Ethernet systems, feedback from a wide range of encoders, resolvers plus additional I/O extensions (including Control Technique's new high density SM IO 32 module) - a total of 23 option modules in all and growing as new technologies enter the automation market. Innovative mechanical design reduces installation time with quick attachment to DIN rail systems and a sturdy cable management system that features rigid mounting and practical earthing brackets. Pluggable control terminals enable wiring harnesses to be easily prepared and wiring time reduced. Automatic motor set-up, Autotune, and the SmartCard, which can safely store drive parameters and motion programming, all contribute to reduced commissioning time. Digital ST operates successfully with all makes and types of AC servomotors, including linear motors, and with almost any type of feedback device, including resolver feedback using the SM-Resolver module. How can a user increase the value of their machines while reducing the build costs? Digitax ST - a new servo range combining reliability, high-dynamic performance, repeatability and accuracy, while reducing panel sizes and costs. Digitax ST successfully addresses all of these challenges. |
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