FEC AFC1200 User Manual
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3.1.1
System Block Diagram Description
w The System construction provides control for up to 24 spindles through the use of a single ISA
Main Controller Unit.
w Communication between the ISA Main Controller Unit and up to 24 Axis Controller Units is
accomplished via a communication bus ribbon cable (MA/AA cable).
w Tool assemblies connect to their respective Axis Controller Units via a set of three homerun
cables: Motor, Encoder, and Sensor / Preamp (Transducer) cables.
w
A color Flat Panel LCD Screen (or optional VGA CRT)
and keypad provide the interface required
to monitor and adjust System operations.
w Discrete 24 VDC true low I/O on both the ISA Main Controller Unit and the Axis Controller Unit
provide direct communication with the PLC, as well as individual spindle control via the Axis
Controller Unit discrete I/O.
w Communication with additional devices is accomplished via:
P (1) RS232C input port
P (1) RS232C output port
P (1) RS422 port (option)
P (1) Centronics parallel port.
Chapter 3: System Description
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