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EtherCAT Multi-Axis Controllers / Drivers

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AZ Series EtherCAT Multi-Axis Controllers / Drivers (DC Input)

A multi-axis controller that supports EtherCAT communication.Compatible with the CiA402 drive profile. It can be connected to the AZ Series DC input motors and electric actuators.

2-axis, 3-axis and 4-axis driver connections are available.

24/48VDC
Works with AZ Series DC Input stepper motors and actuators
Multi-Axis Motor Connection Cables required

*Call for support with SSCNETIII/H or Mechatrolink, 1-800-GO-VEXTA (468-3982)

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Item	Network	Power Supply	Control Power Supply
2-Axis Controller / Driver	EtherCAT	24/48 VDC	24 VDC
3-Axis Controller / Driver	EtherCAT	24/48 VDC	24 VDC
4-Axis Controller / Driver	EtherCAT	24/48 VDC	24 VDC

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Space-Saving and Low-Cost Multi-Axis Controller / Driver (Max. 4 Axes)

AZ Series Multi-Axis Drivers

A multi-axis driver that supports EtherCAT communication. Compatible with the CiA402 drive profile. It can be connected to the AZ Series DC input motors and electric actuators. 2-axes, 3-axes and 4-axes driver connections are available.

multi-axis controller / driver

ESI File

An ESI file is provided so that EtherCAT-compatible products can be used more easily. For questions about connections to Omron PLCs, please contact OMRON Corporation. An EtherCAT connection guide is available.

Download ESI File

Multi-Axis Drivers (2-Axis Type, 4-Axis Type) are compact and save space by aligning Single-Axis Drivers

Multi-Axis Drivers can reduce installation space by aligning network-compatible Single-Axis Drivers.

Reduce Size

Extended Functions with MEXE02 Support Software

Monitoring Functions

You can monitor the status of all axes at once.

Waveform Monitoring

The operating status of the motor (such as command speed and feedback speed), can be checked by an oscilloscope-like image. This can be used for equipment start-up and adjustment.

Waveform Monitoring

Status Monitor

In addition to monitoring operating speed, motor driver temperature and load factor, you can also monitor total rotation amount from the start of use.
For each item, you can set up to output signals arbitrarily, so it is effective for efficient maintenance.

Status Monitor

Alarm Monitoring

When an abnormality occurs, the details of the abnormality and the solution can be checked. Because the solution can be checked it is possible to respond to abnormalities quickly.

Alarm Monitoring

Multi-Monitoring Support

Multiple setting screens such as data setting, test driving, monitoring etc. can be opened simultaneously in separate screens and used. It is easy to start up and adjust the equipment.

Multi-Monitoring

Test Function

It is a function that allows you to operate the motor independently or check connection with the host system.
By utilizing it at the time of device start-up, it will shorten the time.

Remote Operation

Data setting software can be used to perform the home setting and also drive the motor. This can be used for teaching or test drive purposes.

Remote Operation

I/O Test

The status of the I/O wired to the driver can be checked on a computer. This can be used for post-wiring I/O checks or I/O checks during operation.

I/O Test

Parameter Settings

You can set parameters directly without going through the network. Also, you can set each axis without replacing the cable.

Parameter Setting

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