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DMC-21x3 Series

DMC-21x3 Series
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DMC-21x3 Series

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Product Overview: The Galil DMC-21x3 Ethernet motion controllers are designed for applications where cost and space are critical. They support various plug-in multi-axis amplifier boards to address wiring and connectivity challenges. Key features include a 32-bit microcomputer, PID compensation, multitasking program memory, and uncommitted I/O for motion synchronization.
Key Features:
  • Communication via Ethernet 10Base-T and RS232 ports.
  • Supports TCP/IP, UDP, and Modbus TCP protocols for multiple masters and slaves.
  • Available in configurations for 1 to 8 axes, suitable for stepper or servo motors.
  • Handles encoder frequencies up to 12 MHz for servos and outputs up to 3 MHz for steppers.
  • Over 200 English-like commands for programming ease.
  • Non-volatile memory for programs, variables, and arrays, with concurrent execution of up to eight programs.
  • Optically isolated I/O and high-speed position latch for each axis.
  • Compact design with DIN-Rail mount option.
Specifications:
  • Processor: Motorola 32-bit microcomputer.
  • Memory: 1000 lines x 80 characters for programs, 510 variables, and 8000 array elements.
  • Filter: PID with velocity and acceleration feedforward, notch and low-pass filter.
  • Kinematic Ranges: Position up to ±2.15 billion counts, velocity up to 12 million counts/sec, acceleration up to 67 million counts/sec².
  • Power: +5 V, ±12 V DC inputs with optional DC-to-DC converter.
  • Environment: Operating temperature 0–70º C, humidity 20–95% RH.
Interconnect and Drive Options:
  • AMP-204x0: 2- and 4-axis 200 W Servo Drives.
  • AMP-20341: 4-axis 20 W Servo Drives for small brush-type servo motors.
  • ICM-20100 and ICM-20105: Modules for interfacing with external amplifiers and I/O devices.
  • DB-28040: I/O Expansion Board for additional digital and analog inputs/outputs.
Applications: Ideal for precise motion control tasks such as point-to-point positioning, position tracking, jogging, linear and circular interpolation, contouring, electronic gearing, and ECAM.
Connectors and Pin Configuration: Detailed pin configurations for connectors in the AMP-20540 and DMC-2143 systems are provided. Each axis has a dedicated 15-pin Hi-density Female D-sub connector, with specific pins for signals like I+, B+, A+, AB+, Ground, Hall sensors, and power supply (5V). Motor outputs and limits use 9-pin Male D-sub connectors, and I/O operations use a 25-pin Male D-sub.
Power and Motor Output: Power connections use an 8-pin AMP Mate-n-lock II connector, supporting 12V-60V. Motor outputs for each axis are through AMP Mate-n-lock II connectors, with specific pins for motor phases A+ and B+.
Analog and Digital Inputs: A 16-pin header supports up to 8 analog input channels, with provisions for analog ground and power supply voltages (-12V, +12V, 5V).
Controller and Drive Interconnects: The document outlines interconnect options for various drive configurations, including microstepping and servo drives. The DMC-21x3 series supports Ethernet/RS232 communication and can handle 1 to 8 axes.
Ordering Information: Pricing details for different DMC-21x3 configurations are provided, with options for additional features like DIN-rail mounts, metal enclosures, and DC-to-DC converters. Accessory options include I/O expansion boards, encoder interpolation boards, and various cables.
Recommendations and Notes: For systems requiring separate power supplies for the AMP and DMC, the J98 header must be removed. Galil offers customization options upon request, such as removing the J98 header or providing specific interconnect configurations.
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DMC-21x3 Series-1

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1-8 axes Product Description Galil's DMC-21x3 Ethernet motion controllers are designed for extremely cost-sensitive and space-sensi- tive applications.The DMC-21x3 motor controllers are available with a variety of plug-in multi-axis amplifier boards that are designed to eliminate the wiring and any connectivity issues between the controller and drives. The controllers incorporate a 32-bit microcomputer and provide such advanced features as PID compensa- tion with velocity and acceleration feedforward, pro- gram memory with multitasking for simultaneously running up to eight programs,and uncommitted I/O for synchronizing motion with external events. Modes of motion include point-to-point positioning, position tracking, jogging, linear and circular interpolation, con- touring, electronic gearing and ECAM. Like all Galil controllers,these controllers use a sim- ple, intuitive command language which makes them very easy to program. GalilTools servo design software further simplifies system set-up with "one-button" servo tuning and real-time display of position and velocity information. Communication drivers are available for Windows, .NET, Mac OSX,and Linux. M Ethernet WBase-Tport; (1) RS232 port up to 19.2 kbaud ■ Ethernet supports multiple masters and slaves. TCP/IP, UDP andModbus TCP master protocol for communication with ■ Available in 1 through 8 axis versions ■ User-configurable for stepper or servo motors on any combination of axes. Optional firmware for piezo-ceramic motors. Configurable for sinusoidal commutation ■ Accepts up to 12 MHz encoder frequencies for servos. ■ PID compensation with velocity and acceleration feedfor- ward, integration limits, notch filter and low-pass filter ■ Modes of motion include jogging, point-to-point positioning, contouring, linear and circular interpolation, electronic gear- ing and electronic cam. Features elliptical scaling, slow- down around corners, infinite segment feed and feedrate ■ Over 200 English-like commands executable by controller. Includes conditional statements and event triggers ■ Non-volatile memory for programs, variables and arrays. Concurrent execution of up to eight programs ■ Dual encoders, home and limits for each axis ■ 8 TTL uncommitted inputs and 8 outputs for 1- to 4-axis, ■ Optically isolated I/O and 500 mA highside outputs ■ Add 8 analog inputs and 40 digital I/O with DB-28040 ■ High speed position latch for each axis and output compare M Small size: 1-4 axes card: 4.25"x 7.0" ■ DIN-Rail mount option ■ Accepts +5 V, ± 12 V DC inputs; DC-to-DC converter option ■ DMC-21x3:96-pin DIN connectors for each set of 4 axes. DMC-21x2: SCSI connector for each set of 4 axes ■ Distributed control option with DMC-31x3 series ■ Communication drivers for Windows, Mac OSX, and Linux ■ Custom hardware and firmware options available ■ CE certified for box-level version www.galilmc.com / Galil Motion Control, Inc. 1

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DMC-21x3 Series-2

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1-8 axes System Processor Communications Interface ■ Ethernet 10BASE-T. (1) RS232 port up to 19.2 kbaud Commands are sent in ASCII. A binary communication mode is also available as a standard feature ■ 2D Linear and Circular Interpolation with feedrate override ■ Electronic Gearing with multiple masters ■ Program memory size—1000 lines x 80 characters ■ 8000 array elements in up to 30 arrays ■ PID (proportional-integral-derivative) with velocity and acceleration feedforward ■ Notch and low-pass filter ■ Velocity smoothing to minimize jerk ■ Option for piezo-ceramic...

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DMC-21x3 Series-3

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1-8 axes IK Ethernet port blocking Servo Motor AU* Set current loop gain TL Continuous torque limit Stepper Motor KS Stepper motor smoothing YA Step drive resolution YB Step motor resolution YS Stepper position maintenance Internal Sine Commutation Analog configuration Input interrupt Output compare function Output port @AN[x] Value of analog input x @IN[x] State of digital input x @0UT[x] State of digital output x System Configuration BR* Brush motor enable BV Burn variables and arrays CC Configure communications port CF Configure unsolicited messages handles CI...

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DMC-21x3 Series-4

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1–8 axes DMC-21x3 Series I/O Expansion Options ECONO DB-28040 I/O Expansion Board The DB-28040 mounts directly to the DMC-21x3 50-pin header and provides an additional 40 digital inputs and outputs, and eight 12-bit (16-bit optional) analog inputs (default I/O is 3.3 V. For 5 V I/O, order DB-28040-5V). Even with the DB-28040 attached there is still room to mount the ICM-20100, ICM-20105, SDM-20240, AMP-20341 or AMP-20440. The 40 digital I/O signals are available on a 50-pin IDC header,and the analog inputs are available on a 16-pin header.With a controller firmware...

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DMC-21x3 Series-5

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1–8 axes DMC-21x3 Series DMC-21x3 Interconnect and Drive Options — continued SDM-206x0 2- and 4-axis Microstep Drives The AMP-20540 contains four transconductance,PWM amplifiers for driving brushless or brush-type servo motors. Each amplifier drives motors operating at up to 7 Amps continuous, 10 Amps peak, 18–60 VDC (available voltage at the motor is 10% less). The gain settings of the amplifier are user-programmable at 0.4 Amp/Volt, AMP-20540 Interconnect with 0.7 Amp/Volt and 1 Amp/Volt. 4-axis 500 W servo drives The switching frequency is 60 kHz.The amplifier...

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DMC-21x3 Series-6

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1-8 axes Error Output* Wofe:The DMC-21x3 comes standard with 96-pin DIN pins UP. It is also available with connector pins at a right angle and facing down. (vertical connector mount; 6 www.galilmc.com / Galil Motion Control, Inc.

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DMC-21x3 Series-7

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1-8 axes Analog Ground Analog Ground Analog Ground J3 W-Axis 15-pin Male D-sub 74 Z-Axis 15-pin Male D-sub 75 Y-Axis 15-pin Male D-sub J6 X-Axis 15-pin Male D-sub X,Y,Z,W 25-pin Female D-Sub www.galilmc.com / Galil Motion Control, Inc. 7

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DMC-21x3 Series-8

Ethernet/RS232 Econo Series, 1-8 axes Interconnect with Optical I JAUX Auxiliary Encoders 11 Limit switch common Interconnect with four 20 W servo drives J3 X-axis 15-pin Male D-sub J4 Y-axis 15-pin Male D-sub 75 Z-axis 15-pin Male D-sub J6 W-axis 15-pin Male D-sub JX,JY,JZ,JW Motor Outputs 8 www.galilmc.com / Galil Motion Control, Inc.

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