In addition to offering a 50% space saving compared with its predecessor, the new SmartStep 2 pulse control servo drive from Omron sets new standards in simplicity and performance. In addition to its ultra-compact size, key features of the SmartStep 2 drives include real time auto-tuning, vibration suppression and adaptive resonance filters. Motors are either cylinder or flat style, with 10,000 steps per revolution. Rated speeds are 3000rpm, with a maximum speed of 5000rpm.
An ideal solution for point-to-point motion applications where simplicity and economy must be combined with high performance, SmartStep 2 drives are available with power ratings from 100 W to 750 W. The units are designed for easy integration with other automation components, such as Omron’s CP1L compact programmable controllers and NQ operator terminals, making them a convenient choice to form the basis of powerful yet cost-effective machine automation systems.
Programming the new drives is straightforward with Omron’s latest CX-Drive software, which can also be used for programming their complete servo and inverter product range. Among the many facilities that CX-Drive offers via its intuitive user interface are parameter editing and monitoring, I/O status and alarm reporting, and real time data tracing, plus a simple to use auto-tuning procedure.
Designed with versatility in mind, SmartStep 2 servo drives provide a feedback pulse output that makes them easy to use in closed-loop positioning applications and also allows axes to be readily synchronised. Their real time auto-tuning function automatically compensates for load variations, offering adjustment-free operation, and they also incorporate adaptive resonance suppression, which tracks resonant frequency changes during drive operation, together with a separate vibration filter that increases positioning accuracy when stopping.
SmartStep 2 drives support position control via pulse inputs at up to 500 kpps. Four internal speed settings are also available, and can be selected by external signals for easy speed setting.