Automatic Operation (Synchronous Control)
9.5 Electronic Clutch Function
9.5.1 What is Electronic Clutch Function?
The electronic clutch function is used to engage or disengage the clutch for output from the
electronic gear. When the electronic clutch is disengaged, the master axis is separated from
the slave axes and the slave axes not in synchronization with the master axis come to a stop.
When the electronic clutch is engaged, the master axis and slave axes operate in
synchronization.
Electronic gear
output
Clutch
Electronic clutch
output
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Keep in mind that the slave axes may come to a sudden stop if the clutch is
disengaged while making a gear ratio change.
KEY POINTS
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The electronic clutch is by default disengaged. Be sure to engage the
electronic clutch in response to the operation.
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Speed [V]
ON
OFF
Synchronized Stop
Input speed
Output speed
Time [T]