Simplex Motion SimplexMotionHub Manual

SimplexMotionHub manual
The SimplexMotionHub is an accessory to
the SimplexMotion line of integrated
motors.
It facilitates easy connection of 1-4 motors
to a PC computer for motion control.
It includes a power supply to feed 24V to
the motors, as well as control connections
for USB, RS485 and PC parallel port
(common for CNC applications).
Description:
The SimplexMotion line of integrated motors simplify
the use of servo motors by including the motor control
electronics within the motor enclosure. The necessary
connections to the motor unit includes only power and
some means of control.
The SimplexMotionHub,
implements the power supply and simplifies the control
connections to operate 1-4 motors.
The unit is built to allow customer modifications to suit
the application requirements. This is done by using
connections on screw terminals inside the unit. This
document includes specification and details for the unit
internals.
Control of the motors can be through a USB
connection, an RS485 connection or using the PC
parallel port. The latter port is uncommon on PC
computers today, but is still a viable and cost effective
way of implementing control of CNC machines.
Beside the 4 pcs motor connectors on the front panel
there is an extra connector for custom use. Screw
terminals on the inside is available to define the use of
this connector.
The internal electronics implements what in CNC
applications is called a 'breakout board' with common
functionality for CNC machine control. This includes
relays, a security chargepump circuit and a PWM to
10V analog output converter.
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or SmHub for short,
version 2014-01-10
24V/350W power supply.
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230VAC mains socket connector on rear panel for
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on/off control.
4 motor connectors on front panel.
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1 extra connector for application specific use.
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Button and indicators on front panel.
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USB to RS485 converter built in for USB control
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of motors in a RS485 network.
RS485 connector for direct control by RS485
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connection.
Parallel port for CNC applications.
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Charge pump circuit for security in CNC
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applications.
2 relays for general purpose on/off control .
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A PWM to 0-10V analog converter.
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