Multitask processing

Industrial automation components comprise HMI, motion controllers, PLC, I/O, and communication gateways, with each subsystem requiring unique controller profiles. ADLINK’s EtherCAT master controller, the Talos-3012, equipped with quad-core Intel® Atom™? processor E3845, enables simultaneous multitask processing for a full range of automation systems.

Limitation-free EtherCAT motion control

ADLINK’s EPS-7002 motion control module is controllable by any 3rd party EtherCAT master thanks to full compliance with CiA402 specifications, providing high flexibility for multi-axis motion control on both EtherCAT & non-EtherCAT motors (steppers, DD, generic servos), reducing TCO for complete motion control systems.

Ease of development

ADLINK’s Talos series supports a complete IEC 61131-3 edition environment, with 5 common PLC syntaxes and powered by ADLINK Softmotion, with application-oriented functions and APIs simplifying use and shortening development time.

Easy recognition across EtherCAT systems

ADLINK’s easy-to-uses of tware utility, LinkMasterPro? enables automatic EPS module recognition across EtherCAT systems and generates corresponding (ESI) XML files with selected slave assembly. LinkMasterPro not only assists in EtherCAT configuration but also evaluates the functionality of every single EPS system. With its Auto-slave-detection function, system configuration has never been easier.

Self-diagnostic function protects user assets

ADLINK’s EPS slave systems feature new RISC processor, allowing users to monitor the status of EPS modules and systems including overheating detection, low power detection, slave health reporting, error handling, and usage cycle of relay switching, as well as motion control status for general purpose motor drive control. All information can be retrieved for review via software or displayed by dedicated indicators, allowing the status of a single module to be monitored.

Easy maintenance, reduced MTTR

The EPS slave system significantly eases system maintenance. Each slave module is hot-swappable, allowing replacement with no need to power the system down, reducing MTTR (Mean-Time-to-Repair), and the quick-removable connector minimizes rewiring efforts.

Robust Design

ADLINK’s EtherCAT products feature compact construction with fanless design, operable at -20°C to 60°C, with integral IP31-rated metal housing for withstanding harsh operating conditions.

ADLINK Softmotion

ADLINK Softmotion provides dependable motion control, based on an efficient algorithmic kernel, featuring basic motion functions such as point-to-point and interpolation, but also variant vertical functionality for AOI, laser cutting, and semiconductor management, and even robotic control. High precision and speed, together with enhanced synchronous motion control, make ADLINK Softmotion a key player in reduction of operational complexity and development period for a wide variety of industrial applications. Compatible with numerous I/O connection types, Softmotion delivers maximum synchronization between motion and I/O control, vastly improving application throughput. Additionally, program download allows execution of multiple deterministic control flows within a secured time period. 

ADLINK’s customizability is further powered by its exclusive Softmotion utility, making it a clear leader in the EtherCAT solution market.

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