CANopen MForce MicroDrive
CANopen MForce supports CiA DS301 and DSP402 Device Profile for Drives and Motion Control.
MDrive CANopen products function as nodes on a system with central control such as a PLC. Note: they do not include the full programmability of the Motion Control MForce RS-422/485 products.
Features include:
- Node ID and BAUD rate set by Layer Setting Services (LSS)
- Capable of Standard Frequencies (10 kHz to 1 MHz)
- Supports node monitoring via Node Guarding or Heartbeat Messages
- Three PDO (Process Data Objects) which support variable PDO mapping
- Conforms to CiA DSP-402: Device Profile for Drives and Controls
- Supported Modes of Operation
- Profile Position
- Homing Mode
- Profile Velocity
- Specifications
- Options / Accessories
- Connector options by P/N
- Downloads/Support
- General
- I/O
- Comm
- Motion
- Software
- Expanded I/O
- Mechanical
| Input Voltage | Range (includes back-EMF) | +12 to +48 VDC |
| Power Supply Current Requirement | Max per MForce MicroDrive (depends on voltage and load) |
3.2 A |
| Aux-Logic Supply Voltage | Maintains power to logic circuitry in the absence of motor power | +12 to +24 VDC |
| Output Current | RMS | 3.0 A |
| Peak | 4.2 A | |
| Operating Temperature | Measured at heat sink (non-condensing humidity) | 85°C |
| General Purpose I/O | Number/Type | 4 I/O points, programmable as sinking outputs or sinking and sourcing inputs |
| Logic Range | Inputs and outputs tolerant to +24 VDC, inputs TTL compatible | |
| Output Sink Current | Up to 600 mA per channel | |
| Protection | Over Temp, Short Circuit, Transient Over Voltage, Over Voltage, Inductive Clamp | |
| Dedicated I/O | Type | Step/Clock, Direction/Clock, Capture/Trip |
| Logic Range | 0 to +5 VDC, TTL compatible | |
| Analog Input | Resolution | 10 bit |
| Range (selectable) | 0 to +5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC, 0 to 20 mA, 4 to 20 mA |
| CANopen | Application Layer | DS301 V3.0 |
| Bus | 2.0B Active | |
| Device Profile | DSP-402 | |
| Isolation | Galvanic | |
| Features | Node Guarding, Heartbeat Producer, SDO, PDO (Variable mapping) |
| Open Loop Configuration | Number of Microstep Resolutions | 20 |
| Steps per Revolution | 200, 400, 800, 1000, 1600, 2000, 3200, 5000, 6400, 10000, 12800, 20000, 25000, 25600, 40000, 50000, 51200, 36000 (0.01 deg/μstep), 21600 (1 arc minute/μstep), 25400 (0.001mm/μstep) | |
| Counters | Type | 32 bit Position and Encoder |
| Edge Rate (Max) | 5 MHz | |
| Velocity | Range | +/- 5,000,000 Steps per Second |
| Resolution | 0.5961 Steps per Second | |
| Acceleration/Deceleration | Range | 1.5 X 109 Steps per Second2 |
| Resolution | 90.9 Steps per Second2 |
| Setup Parameters | Storable to NVM |
| Transmit PDOs | 3 Dynamically Mappable |
| Receive PDOs | 3 Dynamically Mappable |
| Manufacturer Specific Objects | I/O Configuration, Run/Hold Current |
| Modes of Operation | Profile Position, Homing Mode, Profile Velocity |
| Input functions | General purpose, homing mode profiles |
| Output funtions | General purpose |
| General Purpose I/O | Number/Type | 8 I/O points, programmable as sinking or sourcing outputs or sinking and sourcing inputs (4 when remote encoder option is selected) |
| Logic Range | Sourcing Outputs +12 to +24 VDC, Inputs and Sinking Outputs Tolerant to +24 VDC, Inputs TTL Level Compatible | |
| Output Sink Current | Up to 600 mA per channel | |
| Electronic Gearing | Range‡/Resolution/Threshold (External Clock In) |
0.001 to 2.000/32 Bit/TTL |
| Input Filter Range | 50 nS to 12.9 μS (10 MHz to 38.8 kHz) | |
| Range‡ (Secondary Clock Out) | 1 to 1 | |
| High Speed I/O | Capture Filter Range | 50 nS to 12.9 μS (10 MHz to 38.8 kHz) |
| Capture Resolution | 32 bit | |
| Trip Output Speed/Resolution/Threshold | 150 ns/32 bit/TTL |
| CANopen MForce MicroDrive |
| Dimensions in inches (mm) |
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- Motors
- Connectivity solutions
- Protection
| Recommended motors |
NEMA size 17 NEMA 17 1.8° 2-phase enhanced stepper motors have higher torque output than conventional hybrid stepper motors. Features include:
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NEMA size 23 - 2.4 and 3.0 Amp NEMA 23 1.8° 2-phase enhanced stepper motors have higher torque output than conventional hybrid stepper motors. Features include:
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NOTE: To view specific connectivity options for a particular MForce model, see Connector options by P/N tab above.
Communication Converters
Electrically Isolated, in-line converters pre-wired with mating connectors to conveniently set parameters and program a single MForce via a PC USB port.
| Converter Part Number | Mating Connector Type |
| MD-CC500-000 (CANopen) | Interface cable required - view details |
If building your own cabling, you will need:
- Cabling with appropriate mating connectors for the MDrive model selected
- For information on Party Mode (Multidrop) communications view the product manual
Prototype Development Cables
Prototype development cables are designed to speed test/development with pre-wired mating connectors that have flying leads other end. No prototype development cables are available for the MForce using the 12' Flying Leads or Pluggable Clamp Terminal Strip.
| Prototype Development Cable P/N | Mating Connector Type | Signal Type |
| PD16-1417-FL3 | 16-Pin Locking Wire Crimp | I/O and Power |
| PD04-MF17-FL3 | 4-Pin Locking Wire Crimp | Motor |
If building your own cabling, you will need:
- Appropriate mating connector and crimp pins if required (Mating connector kits are available for Locking Wire Crimp style connectors)
- Crimp tooling (Locking Wire Crimp)
- Shielded twisted pair cabling
Mating Connector Kits
Mating Connector Kits are used to build your own cables. Kits contain 5 mating connector shells with pins. Cable not supplied. Manufacturer crimp tooling recommended.
| Mating Connector Kit P/N | Mating Connector Type | Shell Mfg. P/N | Crimp Pins Mfg. P/N |
| CK-10 | 16-Pin Locking Wire Crimp | JST: PADP-16V-1S | JST: SPH-001T-P0.5L |
| CK-06 | 4-Pin Locking Wire Crimp | Tyco: 1445022-4 | Tyco: 1-794610-1 |
Drive Protection Module
The function of the DPM75 Drive Protection Module is to limit the surge current and voltage to a safe level when DC input power is switched on and off to a motor drive. This provides the added protection necessary for reliable motor drive operation when switching the DC power, instead of the recommended AC power to the DC power supply. The device is designed to protect the motor drive when operating under all load conditions. This device does not protect the motor drive from wiring the power incorrectly.
The unit is capable of being used with 48, 60, and 75 volt rated motor drives. An external jumper selection is available so the user can match the circuit to their particular application. The DPM75 is capable of a steady state operating current of 4 amps.
The DPM75 can be used for any frame size motor drive, when properly configured. It can also be used for more than one unit provided the current and voltage do not exceed the DPM75's ratings. The maximum DPM75 ratings are 75 volts and 4 amps.
View mating connector interface options by MForce part number (P/N). |
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