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The Flex-6 Nano is a motion coordinator designed for controlling servo and stepper drives in industrial applications. It is part of the Trio Motion Technology product line, a member of the ESTUN Group. This device is specifically designed to provide a robust and efficient solution for multi-axis motion control, supporting up to 64 axes of coordinated motion using the EtherCAT bus system.
The Flex-6 Nano serves as a central control unit for motion systems, coordinating the movement of multiple axes. It is built around an ARM Cortex-A7 dual-core processor, operating at 1GHz, which enables high-performance control. The device supports various motion modes, including linear, circular, helical, spherical, CAM profiles, speed control, software gearbox, and linked motion, making it versatile for a wide range of applications.
It is equipped with a 100 Base-T Ethernet port for communication, supporting protocols such as Telnet (Client and Server), Modbus TCP (Client and Server), Ethernet IP (Slave), Profinet (Slave), and the TrioPCMotion DLL/ActiveX channel. This extensive communication capability allows for seamless integration into existing industrial networks.
The Flex-6 Nano's programming is based on Trio's Motion-IX language, an extension of BASIC, which is designed for motion-centric programming. It also supports IEC 61131-3 standard run-time environment, allowing for flexible programming options. The device can be configured and programmed using a PC running Trio's Motion Perfect application software.
The system is designed to be expandable, with the Flexslice system offering a selection of digital and analogue I/O terminals. These I/O modules have high-speed functionality and can sample on each EtherCAT cycle, allowing for tailored system configurations. The Flex-6 Nano supports up to 16 input/output modules, which include a positive mechanical lock and bus connector, ensuring reliable connections.
The Flex-6 Nano is housed in a rugged plastic case with integrated earth chassis and incorporates two screened RJ45 Ethernet ports, a 24V dc power connector, and a micro SD card slot. The upper RJ45 connector is for a standard Ethernet connection to the PC for programming and the lower connector is for the EtherCAT Fieldbus.
LED Indicators: The device features LED indicators for Status, Power, RN (Run), and LA (Link Activity). These LEDs provide visual feedback on the device's operational status, including whether the WDG (Watchdog) is off, if axes are enabled and ready to move, and the status of the EtherCAT network.
IP Address Reset: The IP address, IP_ADDRESS, IP_GATEWAY, and IP_NETMASK can be reset to their default values by pressing the IP reset button, located under the upper ventilation slots, and cycling the power while keeping the button pressed. The factory default IP address is 192.168.0.250.
Removable Storage: The Flex-6 Nano has a micro-SD Card slot which allows for simple transfer of programs, firmware, and data without a PC connection. This feature is particularly useful for field updates and system recovery. The memory slot is compatible with a wide range of micro-SD cards up to 32 Gbytes using the FAT32 compatible file system.
Mounting: The Flex-6 Nano has a standard DIN rail mount with an over-centre clip, allowing for easy installation on a DIN rail. It must be installed on an unpainted metal plate with a DIN rail which is connected to earth. When mounted in an enclosed cabinet, adequate volume of circulating air must be maintained to prevent overheating.
Surge Protection: For single power supply configurations, the device requires a dedicated 24V dc power source, and the connecting cable should be less than 3 meters. For distributed power supply systems, a surge protection device must be fitted if the cable length between the power source and the device is longer than 3 meters, to comply with the CE EMC directive.
Firmware Recovery: In the event of firmware corruption, the Flex-6 Nano supports a firmware recovery mode. This involves using a micro-SD card formatted to FAT32 (max 32GB) with a firmware file (r_600.out) downloaded from the Trio Website. The recovery process involves inserting the micro-SD card, powering on the device, and observing the red LED for the firmware loading process. After the red LED becomes steady, the IP address can be reset by holding the IP reset button and powering on, then setting the default IP address to 192.168.0.250, subnet mask 255.255.255.0, and default gateway 192.168.0.225.
Safety Warning: During installation or use, users of Trio products must ensure there is no possibility of injury to any person or damage to machinery. Control systems, especially during installation, can malfunction or behave unexpectedly. Users must ensure that in all cases of normal operation, controller malfunction, or unexpected behaviour, the safety of operators, programmers, or any other person is totally ensured.
EMC Considerations: Electromagnetic interference problems can be avoided by careful wiring and following basic rules. This includes mounting noise generators such as contactors, solenoid coils, and relays as far away as possible from the Motion Coordinator. It is recommended to use possible solid-state contactors and relays, fit suppressors across coils and contacts, place high voltage cables in separate trunking to low voltage and signal cables, and ensure all modules have a secure earth connection. Screened cables should be used, terminated at the screen with a 360-degree termination rather than a "pig-tail." Connect both ends of the screen to earth. The screening should be continuous, even where the cable passes through a cabinet wall or connector. These are general guidelines, and for more specific advice, the installation requirements later in the chapter should be consulted.
General| Brand | Estun |
|---|---|
| Model | TRIO Flex-6 Nano |
| Category | Controller |
| Language | English |
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