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ARCUS MOTION PRODUCT CATALOG

ARCUS MOTION PRODUCT CATALOG
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ARCUS MOTION PRODUCT CATALOG

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Overview of Arcus Technology
Arcus Technology, based in California, USA, specializes in stepper motion control products. They offer innovative, user-friendly, and cost-effective solutions with support for USB 2.0, RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, and CAN interfaces to simplify programming and usage.
Product Applications
The products are utilized in various fields such as biomedical CAT scans, semiconductor processing, textile design, military applications, vending machines, PCB processing, 3-D cameras, test strip analyzers, surveillance, and depth scales.
Product Series Overview
  • PMX Series: Multi-axis controllers with USB/RS-485 communication.
  • DMX Series: Integrated solutions with RS-485, RS-232, CANOpen, and Ethernet options.
  • ACE Series: Single-axis driver/controllers with USB/RS-485 communication.
Network Communication and HMI
Arcus controllers support Ethernet and RS-485 for modular systems and touchscreen HMI through RS-485 for graphical interfaces.
Programming and Multi-tasking
Controllers use a BASIC-like language supporting multi-tasking for concurrent operations, designed for ease of use and quick debugging.
Customization and Firmware Upgrades
Customization services and field-upgradable firmware are available, allowing easy updates via the Arcus website.
Key Specifications
The PMX-4EX-SA is a 4-axis motion controller with USB/RS-485, offering a 6M pulse rate output, trapezoidal or s-curve acceleration, and coordinated motion capabilities.
Specifications Overview
Detailed specifications for motor and driver configurations focus on NEMA sizes 11, 17, 23, and 34, with RS-485 and USB 2.0 communication, and voltage inputs from 12 to 48 VDC. Systems support microstepping and current settings from 100mA to 3.0A.
Communication and Control
Multiple communication options include RS-485, USB 2.0, and Ethernet, supporting network and PC-based control with opto-isolated inputs and outputs.
Motor and Driver Configurations
Various motor sizes and configurations are detailed, supporting features like homing routines and high-speed position capture.
Advanced Features
Features include StepNLoop control, on-the-fly speed changes, and S-curve/trapezoidal acceleration control.
Dimensions and Electrical Interface
Dimensions and electrical specifications are provided for each motor and driver configuration.
Options and Accessories
Optional accessories include VMX models with different screen sizes and communication interfaces.
International Partners
Lists international partners and distributors with contact information.
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Catalog excerpts

ARCUS MOTION PRODUCT CATALOG-1

MOTION PRODUCT CATALOG

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• • • • ••• •• • • Arcus Technology, a motion control company headquartered in California, USA, is a global supplier of stepper motion control products founded on the principle that innovative motion control solutions can be simple and affordable to our customers. To fulll your various communication needs, we provide a wide range of motion products with USB 2.0, RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet and CAN communications interfaces. Arcus products are designed to ease your programming and usage requirements. An extensive range of programs and source code are available to help you get started immediately...

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Wafer Processing (Semiconductor) Pattern Design Machine (Textile) Antenna Positioning (Military) Other Applications Vending Machine (Entertainment) PMX-2EX-SA (OEM) Test Strip Analyzer (Biomedical) DMX-J-SA-17 PCB Processing Equipment (Assembly) PMX-4CX-SA DMX-K-DRV-23 Surveillance Camera (Security) DMX-K-SA-17 3-D Camera (Image Processing) PMX-4EX-SA DMX-A2-DRV Depth Scale (Test Equipment) PMX-2ED-SA DMX-J-SA

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• •• • • •• • • • • •• • • • USB 2.0 PC Based Motion Control Arcus Technology offers a full line of USB 2.0 based motion controllers from single to multi axis controllers. Using the Plug&Play advantage of USB communication, making a PC based motion control system has never been easier. ACE-SXE ACE-SDE DMX-J-SA Arcus Technology also provides sample source codes in various programming platforms for PC based control (C++, VB, LabView, .NET, etc.). Visual Basic

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Network Communication Motion Control Arcus controllers are offered with Ethernet and RS-485 network communications. With these network capabilities, motion system is expandable and modular. Touchscreen Human Machine Interface Arcus controllers support Touchscreen HMI through RS-485 communication. Making a graphical user motion interface is simple with an easy to use Windows HMI programming environment. XYZ Standalone System with Touchscreen HMI

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Programming Language and Environment All Arcus motion controllers support BASIC-like programming language which is easy to use and maintain. Each Arcus controller comes with a Windows program for quick and easy programming and debugging of Molar Status Mode JABS Product Information - - Motor Control - Position jlOOO HSPD |lOQQ Clear Code Space Example Program ;***WHILE Loop * ELSEIF conditiona Multi-tasking Language Arcus controllers support multi-tasking within the stand-alone program execution. Multi-tasking allows you to perform multiple operations concurrently. These operations include, but...

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Easy Firmware Upgrade All Arcus controller products are available with eld-upgradable rmware capability, which saves you time and cost. Upgrading is a simple and quick process which can be done at the customer’s site. Simply download the latest rmware from the Arcus website and, using a PC with the same communication port (USB, RS-485, Ethernet), download the latest rmware to the Arcus controller. Arcus Firmware Server PC Firmware Programming Environment Customization Service In addition to providing standard motion products, our team of engineers is ready to meet your specic motion needs through...

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• •• • • •• • ••• • •• • • ••• ••• •• • • • ••• • ••• • •• • • •• •• • PMX Series: Multi-Axis Controllers PMX-4EX-SA Advanced 4-Axis Motion Controller with USB/RS-485 Communication Advanced 4-Axis Motion Controller with Ethernet Communication Basic 4-Axis Motion Controller with USB/RS-485 Communication Advanced 2-Axis Motion Controller with USB/RS-485 Communication PMX-2ED-SA Advanced 2-Axis Motion Controller/Driver with USB/RS-485 Communication ACE Series: Single-Axis Driver/Controllers ACE-SDE Advanced Single Axis Motion Controller/ Driver with USB/RS-485 Communication Advanced Single Axis...

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PMX-4EX-SA Advanced 4 Axis Motion Controller with USB/RS-485 Specications 4 Axis Advanced Motion Controller USB 2.0 and RS-485 Communication 6M maximum pulse rate output Trapezoidal or s-curve acceleration On-the-y speed change Continuous linear coordinated buffered XYZ move XYZU linear coordinated motion XY circular and arc coordinated motion Homing using Home and/or Index encoder channel Pulse/Dir/Enable open collector outputs per axis Also available with DB9 Top Junction Board for Easy Connection with DMX-A2-DRV Opto-isolated +Limit, -Limit, Home, and Alarm inputs per axis Single-ended or...

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PMX-4EX-SA Advanced 4 Axis Motion Controller with USB/RS-485 Electrical Interface Dimensions Power Input Options Opto Supply Available as Core and Board Modules for OEM Applications Opto Supply Digital Inputs +L/-L/H/A +Limit/-Limit Digital Outputs Digital Inputs

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PMX-4ET-SA Advanced 4 Axis Motion Controller with Ethernet Specications 4 Axis Advanced Motion Controller 10 Mbps Ethernet Communication 6M maximum pulse rate output Trapezoidal or s-curve acceleration On-the-y speed change Continuous linear coordinated buffered XYZ move XYZU linear coordinated motion XY circular and arc coordinated motion Homing using Home and/or Index encoder channel Pulse/Dir/Enable open collector outputs per axis Also available with DB9 Top Junction Board for Easy Connection with DMX-A2-DRV Opto-isolated +Limit, -Limit, Home, and Alarm inputs per axis Single-ended or differential...

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PMX-4ET-SA Advanced 4 Axis Motion Controller with Ethernet Electrical Interface Dimensions Opto Supply +L/-L/H/A +Limit/-Limit Opto Supply Digital Inputs Digital Outputs

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PMX-4CX-SA Basic 4 Axis Motion Controller with USB/RS-485 Specications 4 Axis Basic Motion Controller USB 2.0 and RS-485 Communication 400K maximum pulse rate output Trapezoidal acceleration Pulse/Dir/Enable open collector outputs per axis Opto-isolated +Limit, -Limit, and Home inputs per axis Opto-isolated Digital Inputs (4) Opto-isolated Digital Outputs (4) BASIC-like standalone programming language Multi-task programming support

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Archived catalogs

  1. pmx-4ex-sa

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  2. pmx-4et-sa

    108  Pages

  3. pmx-4cx-sa

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  4. pmx-2ex-sa

    79  Pages

  5. pmx-2ed-sa

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  6. ace-sxe

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  7. ace-sxc

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  8. ace-sde

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  9. dmx-umd

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  10. dmx-k-drv

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  11. dmx-j-sa

    58  Pages

  12. dmx-eth

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  13. dmx-a2-drv

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