Trio’s new-generation MC464 Motion Coordinator provides industrial motion control at fast speeds using its internal 64-bit MIPS processor.
The MC464 provides interface options for traditional servo, stepper and piezo control, together with digital interfaces for current digital servo drives. The unit provides support for up to 64 axes of motion, increasing equipment flexibility in the plant.
The MC464 supports programs written in TrioBASIC, reportedly allowing a smooth upgrade path from earlier series of Trio’s Motion Coordinator. The coordinator supports G-Code, HPGL and the standard IEC 61131 languages, and operates in the IEC 61131 language when using a software license.
I/O expansion is provided via a built-in CAN Bus interface. Further fieldbus networks supporting common factory protocols are supported via the HMS Anybus(r) adapter module.
Every axis can reportedly be programmed to move using linear, circular or helical interpolation, electronic cams and gearboxes. Features include support for merging multiple moves that are typically generated by CAD/CAM software, and support is provided for continuously rotating machinery.
The axis expansion modules feature options for Drive Network interfaces, analogue servo, pulse/direction, absolute or incremental feedback and accurate hardware registration.