Separate processor for each motion axis

Minneapolis, Minn. —SB214PC multiaxis PC/ISA-based motion controller provides up to four axes of control for ac induction, dc brush, and ac servo/synchronous motors. A 20 MHz Intel 80C196KD processor handles high-level task management, while one 80 MHz Servo Processor per axis serves real-time control tasks. Distributed control design is said to maintain a sampling rate of 20 kHz as more axes are added. SB214PC supports incremental encoders, has several features to simplify programming common applications, and includes various I/O types. List price is $1,300, with substantial OEM discounts. www.acs-tech 80.com .

ACS-Tech80 Inc

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