RMC200 Module Summary
The RMC200 consists of a base and user-installable modules, summarized below. Choose a tab on this page for more details.
Bases
- B5: 5 slots (3 I/O slots)
- B7: 7 slots (5 I/O slots)
- B11: 11 slots (9 I/O slots)
- B15: 15 slots (13 I/O slots)
Power Supply
- PS4D: 24VDC-input, 35 watt power supply module for the B5, B7 and B11 bases
- PS6D: 24VDC-input, 50 watt power supply module for the B15 base
CPU
- CPU40: RMC200 Standard CPU for up to 50 axes, with USB, dual-port Ethernet port, display screen, 2 discrete input, 2 discrete outputs
- Feature Key Required: The RMC200 CPU requires a Feature Key with the desired number of control loops
Communication Modules
- ECAT - EtherCAT: Communicates with and controls EtherCAT-enabled drives and other devices.
I/O Modules
- A8 - Analog Inputs: Eight Analog Inputs, supporting ±10 V or 4-20mA
- S8 - SI or MDT Inputs: Eight Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) or Magnetostrictive Displacement Transducer (MDT) with Start/Stop or PWM signals. Supports one quadrature input
- Q4 - Quadrature Encoder Inputs: Four quadrature encoder inputs, supporting RS-422, HTL, or TTL, with home and registration inputs
- CA4 - Analog Outputs: Four analog outputs, supporting ±10 V, 4-20 mA, or ±20 mA, with four fault inputs and four enable outputs
- CV8 - Analog Outputs: Eight analog outputs, supporting ±10 V only, with eight individually configurable discrete I/O
- D24 - Discrete I/O: 24 Discrete I/O, configurable, four fixed high speed inputs for two quadrature encoder inputs or two pulse counter inputs
- LC8 - Load Cell Inputs: Eight 24-bit load cell inputs, ±5 mV/V, with Sense Input
- U14 - Universal I/O: Four analog inputs, two analog outputs, four discrete I/O, and two high-speed channels
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RMC200 Bases
The RMC200 offers a range of base modules to accommodate a wide range of applications. The table below provides a guide for the maximum number of axes per base module. If you need additional reference inputs or discrete I/O, make sure to choose a large enough base to cover your needs.
All Bases include 1 power supply slot, 1 CPU slot, and slots for I/O modules as shown in the table below. In all of the bases, the first I/O slot supports any I/O module or a high-speed communications module.
RMC200 Bases: Slots and Maximum Axes:
| Base: |
Single Loop Axes: |
Dual Loop Axes with single-input prs or frc: |
Dual Loop Axes with differential force: |
| B5 |
8 |
8 |
4 |
| B7 |
16 |
8 |
8 |
| B11 |
32 |
24 |
16 |
| B15 |
32 |
32 |
24 |
* In addition to I/O slots, each base also includes 1 power supply slot and 1 CPU slot.
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RMC200 PS4D & PS6D Power Supply Modules
The PS4D and PS6D power supply modules require a nominal 24 Vdc supply. The PS4D is able to power a fully loaded B5, B7, or B11 base. The PS6D is able to power a fully-loaded B15 base. Both include status indicator LEDs and an unpluggable terminal block.
Power Supply Features
- Input Voltage:
- Recommended 24Vdc ±15% (20.4-27.6 V), 30 V max.
- Input Power:
- PS4D: 42 W max (1.8 A at 24 Vdc)
- PS6D: 60 W max (2.5 A at 24 Vdc)
- Output Power:
- PS4D: 35 W max
- PS6D: 50 W max
- 500 Vac functional isolation
- Status indicator LEDs
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RMC200 CPU40
The CPU40 is capable of controlling up to 50 axes. The CPU40 includes:
Features
- 2 Ethernet ports (see Communication section below)
- High-speed USB 2.0 port (480 Mbps) for communications with RMCTools and RMCLink
- Two 12-24 Vdc discrete inputs, individually isolated
- Two solid state relay (SSR) discrete outputs, individually isolated
- Display screen with navigation buttons
- SD card slot (functionality to be added in a future release)
- Indicator LEDs
- Feature Key slot, accessible from the back of the module
Communication
The RMC200 motion controller is designed to integrate easily with your favorite PLCs, PCs and HMIs.
Ethernet
Ethernet (100 Mbps), built-in on CPU. Dual ports (single IP address) supporting star, linear, and ring topologies.
- EtherNet/IP
- PROFINET
- Modbus/TCP
- CSP (Allen-Bradley)
- FINS (Omron)
- Procedure Exist (Mitsubishi)
- DMCP (Delta Motion Control Protocol)
- RMCLink and LabView (for PCs and HMIs)
Discrete I/O
Discrete inputs and outputs can be used to trigger user programs in the RMC or to communicate simple data, such as errors or completion signals. Discrete I/O is available on the D24 module and the CPU40.
USB Port
The High-speed USB 2.0 port (480 Mbps) is for use with the RMCTools software and RMCLink ActiveX and .Net assembly.
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RMC200 Communication Modules
We offer a Communication Module to support EtherCAT:
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RMC200 I/O Modules
We offer an I/O Module to meet the needs of any system:
- A8 - Analog Inputs: Eight Analog Inputs, supporting ±10 V or 4-20mA
- S8 - SI or MDT Inputs: Eight Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) or Magnetostrictive Displacement Transducer (MDT) with Start/Stop or PWM signals. Supports one quadrature input
- Q4 - Quadrature Encoder Inputs: Four quadrature encoder inputs, supporting RS-422, HTL, or TTL, with home and registration inputs
- CA4 - Analog Ouputs:Four analog outputs, supporting ±10 V, 4-20 mA, or ±20 mA, with four fault inputs and four enable outputs
- CV8 - Analog Ouputs: Eight analog outputs, supporting ±10 V only, with eight individually configurable discrete I/O
- D24 - Discrete I/O: 24 Discrete I/O, configurable, four fixed high speed inputs for two quadrature encoder inputs or two pulse counter inputs
- LC8 - Load Cell Inputs: Eight 24-bit load cell inputs, ±5 mV/V, with Sense Input
- U14 - Universal I/O: Four analog inputs, two analog outputs, four discrete I/O, and two high-speed channels
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RMC200 Module Design Overview
Modules Rock In, Rock Out
The RMC200 modules are designed to be user-installable and removable. The modules rock in and out, rotating around a pivot point. Modules may be installed and removed without being damaged while the RMC200 is powered. The pivot action ensures the electrical pins engage the base pins in a certain order, preventing damage to the module. Note: this is not hot-swapping in the sense of removing modules while equipment is operating.
Materials & Construction
An aluminum base and modules composed of 22 gauge nickel-plated steel sheet metal and UL 94V1 rated PC/ABS plastic provide a long-lasting industrial controller. Indicator LEDs on each module aid troubleshooting, and doors make for a clean appearance. The top of the modules are angled downward to help ensure space for airflow, and to allow the modules to be removed while remaining within the footprint of the base.
Module Hold-down Screws
Each module is secured to the base via a captive screw, which extends toward the front of the module for easy screwdriver access.
Unpluggable Terminal Blocks
Wiring connections are made via unpluggable terminal blocks to facilitate the removal of modules in the field. The terminal blocks latch into place and the push-in wire capture style facilitates efficient and reliable wiring. A wire hold-down clip and cable tie points help keep wiring organized.
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