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These controls are designed for do-it-yourself retrofits, ideally on machines already equipped with older DC-servo control systems such as Boss 9, Boss 10, Prototrak, Anilam, Dynapath, etc..
The heart of the system is Centroid's All-in-One DC control unit, which combines the MPU11 motion controller with a three-axis DC servo amplifier PLC input and output features.
Three new 2000-line (8000-count) rotary position encoders are included, which you would mount to your existing servo motors.
You would need to provide a suitable computer, keyboard and monitor.
Centroid control software and Linux operating system are included, pre-installed on a compact flash hard drive.
The most basic kit includes the All-in-One DC control unit, handheld control pendant, and Centroid control software and Linux operating system pre-installed on a compact flash hard drive.
| All-in-one DC control unit | $1,995 |
| Handheld control pendant | $739 |
| Compact flash card and reader with software | $120 |
| Total for basic kit | $2,854 |
This is sufficient for a retrofit if you can re-use your existing servo motors and encoders; your existing DC servo power supply (from 20 to 130 VDC); and your existing contactors.
Additional components can be included as needed:
| New 8000-count encoders (each) | $170 |
| Servo power supply: 120VAC to 120VDC and 24VAC | $500 |
| Servo power supply: 208-240VAC or 416-480VAC to 120VDC, 120VAC and 24VAC | $670 |
| 29 in-lb DC servo motor with encoder & cable | $1,075 |
| 17 in-lb DC servo motor with encoder & cable | $745 |
| Manual pulse generator (electronic handwheel pendant) | $450 |
The standard software supplied with each kit includes:
All applicable Centroid options and accessories are also available for these control kits.
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Last updated 27-Mar-2010 MBL