Technology instructions
10.3 Motion control
S7-1200 Programmable controller
System Manual, V4.2, 09/2016, A5E02486680-AK
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Table 10- 39 STEP 7 tools for motion control
Configuration Configures the following properties of the "Axis" technology object:
• Selection of the PTO to be used and configuration of the drive interface
• Properties of the mechanics and the transmission ratio of the drive (or machine or system)
• Properties for position limits, dynamics, and homing
Save the configuration in the data block of the technology object.
Commissioning Tests the function of your axis without having to create a user program. When the tool is started,
the control panel will be displayed. The following commands are available on the control panel:
• Enable and disable axis
• Move axis in jog mode
• Position axis in absolute and relative terms
• Home axis
• Acknowledge errors
The velocity and the acceleration / deceleration can be specified for the motion commands. The
control panel also shows the current axis status.
Monitors of the current status and error information for the axis and drive.