Introduction; Mintdrive Features - Baldor MintDrive Installation Manual

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Introduction

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MintDrive features

The MintDrive combines a powerful fully featured motion controller and brushless servo amplifier into a
compact package. This provides a flexible and powerful motion control solution for almost any single
axis positioning system. Programmable in Mintt, applications can be quickly realized. Using the
onboard CAN bus, drives can be connected together for loosely coupled multi-axis systems.
Features include:
H Single axis AC brushless drive with integrated Mint controller
H 2.5A to 15A continuous current ratings (model dependent)
H Direct on line connection to 115V or 230V single input or 230V three phase input (model dependent)
H Programmable in Mint
H Point to point moves, software cams and gearing
H 18 optically isolated digital inputs
H 9 optically isolated digital outputs
H 4 general purpose analog inputs
H 4 general purpose analog outputs
H CANopen protocol for peer-to-peer communications with other Mint v4 controllers, and other third
party devices.
H Proprietary CAN protocol for control of Baldor remote I/O devices
H RS232 and RS485 communications
H Flash memory for program and data storage.
MintDrive will operate with a large number of brushless servo motors. For information on selecting
Baldor servo motors, please see the sales catalog BR1202.
This manual is intended to guide you through the installation of MintDrive, whether you are a novice in
the field of motion control or an experienced engineer.
The chapters should be read in sequence.
The Basic Installation section describes the mechanical installation of the MintDrive, the power supply
connections and motor connections. The following sections require knowledge of the low level
input/output requirements of the installation and an understanding of computer software installation.
If you are not qualified in these areas you should seek assistance before proceeding.
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