Description
The MOOG D136-003-004 is a multi-axis high-performance motion controller designed for industrial automation applications. It belongs to the Moog D136-002 series, known for being obsolete, but here’s a breakdown of its key features based on available information:
Function:
- Controls the coordinated movement of multiple axes (typically 2 to 4) in industrial machines and robots.
- Provides precise positioning, velocity control, and path planning capabilities.
Key Differentiators (likely a combination of features):
- EtherCAT master capabilities: Enables direct communication with EtherCAT slave devices (drives, I/O modules) on the network for real-time control (similar to previous D136-003 models).
- CANopen communication: Offers an alternative communication interface for connecting to CANopen devices on the network. CANopen is a protocol commonly used in industrial automation for device control and data exchange. This provides flexibility in connecting to a wider range of devices compared to EtherCAT-only models.
Key Features (based on available information):
- CPU: Likely a more powerful processor compared to single-axis controllers due to its multi-axis control capabilities. Specific details might be unavailable for the obsolete model.
- Memory: Likely larger memory capacity to handle complex motion control algorithms and communication protocols. Specific details might be unavailable for the obsolete model.
- Interfaces:
- Standard interfaces likely include:
- Serial port for programming
- Ethernet for communication
- Digital I/O (Input/Output) for connecting sensors and actuators
- Key Features:
- EtherCAT master interface for direct communication with EtherCAT slave devices.
- CANopen interface for communication with CANopen devices.
- Standard interfaces likely include:
- Motion Control Functions: Advanced motion control features such as:
- Position control
- Velocity control
- Acceleration/deceleration control
- Path planning
- Electronic gearing (coordinating movement between axes)
Obsolescence and Considerations:
- The MOOG D136-003-004 is an obsolete product. Moog offers newer motion controller models with EtherCAT and potentially CANopen capabilities, such as the MSC II (potentially a functional replacement) and even newer generations that are technically superior.
