Teknic CLEARPATH-EC - Introduction; What Is a Clearpath-EC Motor

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I NTRODUCTION
W HAT IS A C LEAR P ATH -EC M OTOR ?
ClearPath-EC is an all-in-one servo system consisting of a precision
brushless servo motor (with encoder) combined with a powerful
integrated servo drive, internal servo controller and EtherCAT interface,
all contained in a housing that's about the size of a typical standalone
servo motor. ClearPath-EC brings affordable, user-friendly, precision
motion control to EtherCAT users.
Optical
Position Sensor
(Zero Latency)
24-75VDC (90V Max.) Motor Drive Power
12-75VDC Logic Power
DC-DC
Converter
IN
A
B
OUT
EtherCAT
Network
Engine
DSP
Servo
Control
Isolation Barrier
M12
5 position
K-Coded
M12
12 Position
A-Coded
Infrared (IR)
Transceiver
Motor Drive
CPMS-
USB-IR
ClearPath-EC Block Diagram
ClearPath-EC is a professional level, industrial grade product.
The ClearPath-EC motor subsystem is based on Teknic’s Hudson family
of
brushless servo motors, with the same oversized bearings, stainless steel
shaft, high temperature windings, and powerful rare earth magnets.
The position sensing element is a high-resolution optical encoder with
superior accuracy and ultra-low latency for improved servo response as
compared to magnetic encoders. The servo drive electronics and motion
control firmware employ the same state-of-the-art technology and
advanced control algorithms as Teknic’s high-end, non-integrated servo
control products.
ClearPath-EC Simplicity begins with a quick, uncomplicated setup.
Install the included ClearView 3.0 software, connect ClearPath to your PC
via USB, and configure and tune your ClearPath. Once setup is complete,
disconnect ClearPath from your PC and start moving using your EtherCAT
Master. ClearPath-EC includes two independently isolated I/O points that
can be configured as general-purpose inputs or outputs and can be also
configured for automatic functions, e.g., axis brake or touch probe.
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