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ace-sxe

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The ACE-SXE is a sophisticated step motor controller designed for precise motor control applications, featuring USB 2.0 and RS-485 communication capabilities. It supports closed-loop position verification and joystick control, and can operate independently with downloaded programs.

Specifications

Electrical and Thermal: Operates on +12 to +48 VDC, with a maximum of 500 mA. Temperature range is -20°C to +80°C for operation and -55°C to +150°C for storage.
Dimensions and Connections: Detailed measurements and connection diagrams for various connectors are provided.
Interface and Outputs: Includes digital outputs, enable outputs, and pulse/direction outputs with specific warnings about maximum sink current.

Getting Started
Guidance on initial setup, including USB driver installation and using the Windows GUI for testing and programming. The main control screen is described, highlighting status indicators and functionalities.

Motion Control Overview
Details motion profiles, speed changes, joystick control, and motor power management. It covers positional moves, jogging, stopping, homing, and limit inputs.

Communication

USB Communication: API functions and potential issues are detailed.
RS-485 Communication: Port settings and ASCII protocol are covered.
DIO Communication: Discusses latency and parameter setup.

Programming Languages

ASCII Language Specification: Provides error codes and command syntax.
Standalone Language Specification: Includes commands for motor control and program flow.

Additional Features
Information on device number settings, baud rate, sync output, broadcasting, response type selection, and communication time-out features.

Specifications and Procedures

Speed and Position Control: Allows setting speed, acceleration, and position in encoder counts.
Driver Power: Power to the micro-step driver can be enabled or disabled.
Move Modes: Options for absolute or incremental moves with on-the-fly target changes.
Stopping Mechanisms: Includes ramp stop and immediate stop.
Homing Routines: Multiple routines using home and limit switches or encoder channels.

Digital and Analog Inputs/Outputs

Digital Inputs/Outputs: Used for DIO move control or general purposes.
Analog Inputs: Two channels available for joystick control.

Standalone Program Management
Options for managing standalone programs, including file management, program editing, and processing.

Homing Routines
Various homing routines are described, including home input only, limit only, and home and Z-index methods.

Motor Position and Status
Commands for setting and reading motor and encoder positions, and reading motor status.

Device Configuration
Settings for device number and baud rate, stored in flash memory.

Synchronization Output
Controlled by specific commands for synchronization purposes.

Communication Protocols
Details on USB and RS-485 protocols, including API functions and ASCII command formats.

Key Recommendations
Includes ensuring USB cables have noise suppression, flushing communication buffers, and using appropriate terminating resistors for RS-485.

Critical Information

Speed and Acceleration: Importance of setting appropriate speed and acceleration values.
Feature Limitations: Certain features are limited by other settings, such as s-curve acceleration.
Programming Logic: Use of conditional statements and loops for efficient motor control.

Formulas and Calculations
Includes formulas for converting PPS to EPS and calculating maximum acceleration.

Contact Information
Arcus Technology, Inc., 3159 Independence Drive, Livermore, CA 94551, Phone: 925-373-8800, Website: www.arcustechnology.com

Disclaimer
The information is believed to be accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change without notice.