Ormec releases motion, logic, HMI, networking for 1-3 ½ axes

Ormec reports that its new SMLC-Lite is a cost-effective motion, logic, human-machine interface (HMI), and networking solution for 1- to 3 ½-axes systems. SMLC-Lite reportedly reduces system costs, and reduces complexity by using off-the-shelf components, IEC 61131-3 languages, and motion software.

By Staff January 1, 2005

Ormec reports that its new SMLC-Lite is a cost-effective motion, logic, human-machine interface (HMI), and networking solution for 1- to 3

By eliminating a standalone motion controller and PLC combination, up to 3

Hardware includes ServoWire Controller, which includes an Intel Celeron processor, built-in Ethernet, Firewire and serial ports plus adapter, Flash memory for application program storage, optional battery-backed SRAM for non-volatile data storage, and no hard disk; other hardware includes its all-digital ServoWire SM Drives, which support a variety of actuator technologies, including brushless rotary and linear motors, dc brush motors, and voice coils operating from 24 V dc (300 W) to 460 V ac (15 kW).