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Maxon ESCON 50/5 User Manual

Maxon ESCON 50/5
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ESCON Module 50/5 Servo Controller | P/N 438725
Hardware Reference
CCMC | Edition 2021-08 | DocID rel9051
Hardware Reference

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Maxon ESCON 50/5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMaxon
ModelESCON 50/5
CategoryControl Unit
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 ABOUT

1.1 About this Document

Familiarizes the user with the ESCON Module 50/5 and its purpose.

1.1.3 How to use

Explains the notation and codes used throughout the document for clarity.

1.1.4 Symbols & Signs

1.2 About the Device

1.3 Safety Precautions

2 SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 Technical Data Overview

Presents detailed technical specifications, electrical ratings, and input/output parameters.

2.1 Technical Data - Conditions and Limitations

Details physical characteristics, environmental operating conditions, and limitations.

2.1 Technical Data - Dimensional Drawing

Presents the dimensional drawing of the ESCON Module 50/5 for physical integration.

2.2 Standards Compliance

Lists the standards for which the ESCON Module 50/5 has been tested for compliance.

3 SETUP

3.1 General Setup Rules

Outlines general rules and warnings for device setup, including voltage and hot-plugging.

3.2 Power Supply Configuration

Provides requirements and a formula for calculating the necessary power supply voltage.

3.3 Connections Overview

Details the pin assignments and wiring for connecting motors, sensors, and peripherals.

3.3.1 Pin Assignment Details

Lists the pinout for connectors, specifying signal and description for each pin.

3.3.1 Pin Assignment Continued

Continues the pin assignment details for additional interfaces and connectors.

3.3.2 Hall Sensor Interface

Describes the electrical specifications and input circuit for Hall effect sensors.

3.3.3 Encoder Interface

Explains encoder connection options, including differential and single-ended schemes.

3.3.3 Encoder Interface - Single-ended

Details the electrical specifications for single-ended encoder inputs.

3.3.4 Digital Input 1 Specifications

Details specifications and the input circuit for the first digital input.

3.3.4 Digital Input 2 Specifications

Details specifications for the second digital input.

3.3.4 Digital Inputs/Outputs 3 & 4

Details specifications for digital inputs/outputs 3 and 4.

3.3.5 Analog I/O Specifications

Covers specifications for analog inputs and outputs.

3.3.5.1 Analog Inputs 1 and 2

Presents input voltage, resistance, and resolution for analog inputs.

3.3.5.2 Analog Outputs 1 and 2

Details output voltage, resolution, and current limit for analog outputs.

3.3.6 USB Interface (J7)

Warns about USB hot-plugging and provides USB interface pin assignment.

3.4 On-board Potentiometer

Describes the on-board potentiometer, its adjustment angle, and type.

3.5 Status Indicators (LEDs)

Explains the function and interpretation of LEDs for operational status and error indication.

4 WIRING

4.1 DC Motor Wiring

Provides wiring diagrams for connecting DC motors to the ESCON Module 50/5.

4.1 DC Motor Wiring - With DC Tacho

Shows wiring diagrams for DC motors with DC Tacho feedback.

4.1 DC Motor Wiring - With Encoder

Presents wiring diagrams for DC motors with encoder feedback.

4.2 EC Motor Wiring - With Hall Sensors

Provides wiring diagrams for connecting EC motors with Hall sensors.

4.2 EC Motor Wiring - With Hall Sensors & Encoder

Shows wiring diagrams for EC motors with Hall sensors and encoder feedback.

5 MOTHERBOARD DESIGN GUIDE

5.1 Component Requirements

Provides recommendations for selecting external components for custom motherboards.

5.1.1 Socket Headers

Details options for mounting the ESCON Module 50/5 onto a socket header.

5.1.2 Supply Voltage Recommendations

Recommends components for the supply voltage, like circuit breakers and capacitors.

5.1.2 Supply Voltage Protection

Explains the function of TVS diodes and capacitors for voltage supply protection.

5.1.3 Motor Cables/Chokes

Discusses the need for motor chokes and provides a formula for calculating inductance.

5.1.4 Recommended Components & Manufacturers

Lists recommended components and their manufacturers for motherboard design.

5.2 Design Guidelines

Provides guidance on application-specific motherboard design, including ground, layout, footprint, and pin assignment.

5.5 Technical Data Reference

Refers to chapter 2 for detailed technical specifications of the ESCON Module 50/5.

5.6 Dimensional Drawing Reference

Refers to Figure 2-2 on page 2-11 for the dimensional drawing.

5.7 ESCON Module Motherboard (MoBo)

Introduces the optional ESCON Module Motherboard (MoBo) as an alternative.

5.7.1 MoBo Assembly

Describes how the ESCON Module MoBo can be mounted or integrated into standard rail systems.

5.7.2 MoBo Connections

Notes the location of the USB interface on the ESCON Module 50/5.

5.7.2.1 MoBo Power Supply (J1)

Details the pin assignment and specifications for the power supply connector on the MoBo.

5.7.2.2 MoBo Motor Connector (J2)

Provides pin assignment for driving DC and EC motors via the MoBo's motor connector.

5.7.2.3 MoBo Hall Sensor Connector (J3)

Details the pin assignment for connecting Hall effect sensors to the MoBo.

5.7.2.4 MoBo Encoder Connector (J4)

Provides pin assignment and accessories for connecting encoders to the MoBo.

5.7.2.4 MoBo Encoder Connector (J4) Continued

Describes the encoder cable specifications and best practices for differential signals.

5.7.2.5 MoBo Digital I/Os (J5)

Details the pin assignment and specifications for digital I/O connections on the MoBo.

5.7.2.6 MoBo Analog I/Os (J6)

Provides pin assignment and specifications for analog I/O connections on the MoBo.

5.7.3 MoBo Wiring

Shows wiring diagrams for connecting DC motors to the ESCON Module MoBo.

5.7.3.1 MoBo DC Motor Wiring

Presents wiring diagrams for DC motors connected to the ESCON Module MoBo.

5.7.3.1 MoBo DC Motor Wiring with Tacho

Illustrates wiring for DC motors with DC Tacho feedback to the ESCON Module MoBo.

5.7.3.1 MoBo DC Motor Wiring with Encoder

Shows wiring diagrams for DC motors with encoder feedback to the ESCON Module MoBo.

5.7.3.2 MoBo EC Motor Wiring

Provides wiring diagrams for EC motors with Hall sensors to the ESCON Module MoBo.

5.8 Spare Parts List

Lists order numbers and descriptions for spare parts, primarily terminal blocks.