ABB IRC5 Applications Manual

2 Machine Synchronization
2.1.1. Overview
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Basic Approach
This is the general approach for setting up the synchronization option. For a more detailed
description of how this is done, see the respective section.
• Install and connect hardware.
• Install the synchronization software.
• Configure the system parameters.
• Write a program that connects to the sensor and uses synchronization for robot
movements (or a program for a master/slave robot application).
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ABB IRC5 Specifications

General

Type	Industrial Robot Controller
Model	IRC5
Protection Class	IP54
Power Supply	200-600 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Communication Protocols	PROFIBUS, PROFINET, DeviceNet
Programming Language	RAPID
Number of axes	Up to 36
Storage Temperature	-25°C to +55°C
Relative Humidity	95% (non-condensing)