Case Study on Reduced Wiring and Space-Saving of Stepper Motor Driver That Saves Control Cabinet Space
| Industries | Semiconductors, Displays, Electronic Components |
|---|---|
| Process and Equipment Name | Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment (Inspection, Etching, Deposition, Bonding, etc.) |
| Issue | Reduction in Man-hours for Wiring, Space-saving, Reduction in Number of Parts/Management Man-hours |
Issue: Increased Control Cabinet Space and Wiring Man-Hours Due to Combined Use of 2-Phase/5-Phase Stepper Motors
Conventional Problems
- I Would Like to Increase the Number of Motor Axes in Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment While Reducing the Footprint in Next-Generation Models.
- Increasing the Number of Axes Requires More Space for Driver Installation and Wiring, As Well as More Man-Hours for Wiring.
- Since 2-Phase/5-Phase Stepper Motors are Used Together, the Driver Changes for Each Motor, Increase the Number of Parts to Manage.
- I Would Like to Consolidate the Control Method Using EtherCAT.
Solution: Reduce Equipment Footprint With a Multi-Axis Driver That Can Control Both 2-Phase and 5-Phase With a Single Unit
In the past, when 2-phase/5-phase stepper motors were used together in a single machine, it was necessary to provide a separate motor and driver set for each.
CVD Series multi-axis type EtherCAT compatible supports four motor axes with a single driver, enabling control of 2-phase and 5-phase stepper motors with a single driver. The significant reduction in control cabinet space and reduced wiring makes for a smaller footprint.
4-Axis Control of 2-Phase/5-Phase Stepper Motors With a Single Driver
CVD Series multi-axis type EtherCAT compatible is a 4-axis driver that can control 2-phase and 5-phase stepper motors simultaneously with a single unit. Highly space efficient, so even if the number of axes increases, it will not overwhelm the control cabinet space.
Image of Control Cabinet Space Reduction with CVD Series Multi-Axis Type EtherCAT Compatible
The Driver Can Incorporate Encoder Information, Reducing System Configuration Costs
CVD Series multi-axis type EtherCAT compatible driver is equipped with a function to incorporate encoder information without a host controller. When using motors with encoders, a high-speed counter unit is not required on the host controller side, contributing to overall equipment cost reduction and simplifying the system configuration.
Automatically Controlled Electromagnetic Brake Function Reduces Wiring
CVD Series multi-axis type EtherCAT compatible allows for automatic control of the motor's electromagnetic brake. Eliminates the need for brake control circuits and reduces program creation time. The driver can supply power directly to the electromagnetic brake, thus reducing wiring.
Driver Supplies the Power for Sensors
CVD Series multi-axis type EtherCAT compatible can supply 24 V power for sensors from the driver, eliminating the need for a power supply on the host controller side. Eliminates external wiring and reduces wiring man-hours.
Product Proposal: CVD Series Multi-Axis Type EtherCAT Compatible 2-Phase/5-Phase Stepper Motor Drivers
Combinable Motors
- 2-Phase Stepper Motor PKP Series Bipolar
- 5-Phase Stepper Motor PKP/PK Series
Combinable Electric Actuators
- Hollow Rotary Actuator DH Series
- Compact Electric Cylinder DRLII Series
●Linear motion mechanism attachment with a lead screw and resin nut that can be easily assembled to the stepper motor is available. Please use them together.