Matched Linear Actuator And Digital Drive Minimize Machine Cycle Times
Superior speed and controllability of ServoTube direct drive actuator, paired
with Micro Xenus controller, boost automation productivity
Canton, MA, August 2, 2006--Copley Controls offers a cost-competitive sub-system for fast response position control applications. The sub-system consists of a direct drive ServoTube actuator, driven by Copley's high power density Micro Xenus controller. Actuator and controller create an out-of-the-box drop-in replacement for ballscrew and pneumatic positioners, bringing benefits of superior controllability, agility and faster machine cycle times. The matched positioning pair develops velocity to 3.8 m/second and peak drive force to 87 pound.
Significantly, the actuator requires no costly external encoder for position feedback. ServoTube's patented magnetic circuit enables an integral solid state sensor to provide 12 micron repeatability.
ServoTube actuators are driven directly by the interaction between their permanent-magnet and electrically-energized magnetic fields. There are no intervening motors, gearing, couplings nor ballscrews to degrade reliability and add inertia. ServoTube's permanent magnets are sealed into the stainless steel Thrust Rod; its electrical drive coils are encapsulated in the non-moving Forcer.
The actuator's load positioning Thrust Rod travels on long life lubrication free bearings that are built into the Forcer. The unit has the same form-factor as pneumatic and electric actuators, conforms to international mechanical standards, and is compatible with a wide range of industrial accessories. Owing to ServoTube's inherent dynamic superiority, plus Micro Xenus' state-of-the-art control, the duo offers a potent and cost-competitive drop in upgrade for conventional actuator mechanisms.
For applications involving side forces, ServoTube actuators are available with bearings that resist lateral loading. An electromagnetic holding brake is also available to support the load in vertical installations. Additionally, the actuators meet International IP 67 washdown specifications and are foodsafe.
Micro Xenus controllers provide the extraordinary functionality of Copley's earlier big brother Xenus controllers. They develop 10A peak output and operate on 120 - 240V AC. Micro Xenus controllers drive ServoTube actuators in a wide range of system environments. Examples include multi-axis CAN/open and DeviceNet control; ASCII and discrete I/O operation, ±10V position/velocity/torque commands, PWM velocity/torque control, master encoder for gearing and camming, and digital input sequencing for indexer operation.
Applications
ServoTube/MicroXenus positioning sub-systems provide the combination of economy, speed and controllability needed to accelerate production cycles in modern automation. Applications include packaging automation, material handling, and automated assembly, among others.
Delivery -- Contact
Delivery: Stock- 4 weeks ARO.
Contact: Dean Crumlish, Ext. 266
Copley Controls Corporation -- 20 Dan Road, Canton, MA 02021
Tel: 781 828-8090 -- Fax: 781 828-6547
Internet: http://www.copleycontrols.com
Email: sales@copleycontrols.com