FM Modules

 

Modular functionality for EN & MDS series servo drives

FM controls are application/function modules that provide added functionality to EN Series and MDS drives. These modules mount directly to the front of any EN Series or MDS drive, a convenient and economical solution for existing installations with limited mounting space and users wishing to stock drives and not controls. Currently, there are seven FM control modules from which to choose, depending upon the level of control needed.

 

Every FM module provides:

  • Unique control enhancements
  • 8 additional optically-isolated digital inputs for a total of 12
  • 4 additional optically-isolated digital outputs for a total of 7

 

Every FM module has:

  • Modbus RTU standard via the drive
  • Free, field-upgradable firmware
  • Free software and software upgrades
  • Two-year warranty

 

Every FM Module is:

  • Easy to install
  • Easy to program
  • Easy to use
 
Features Specifications Downloads

FM-2 Indexing Module

The FM-2 module enhances EN & MDS drives by adding positioning capability including Jog, Home, Index functions including Position Tracker – Fieldbus Indexing. The FM-2 also includes additional I /O providing 8 digital inputs and 4 digital outputs.

 

Programmable I/O

Unique Control Enhancements

8 additional optically-isolated digital Inputs for a total of 12

4 additional optically isolated digital Outputs for a total of 7

 

Indexing

16 Indexes

Position Tracker™ – Fieldbus Indexing

Chaining index capability

Chain indexes to home

Compound Indexing

 

Jogging and Homing

2 jog velocities

Homing

Home to sensor

Home to marker

Home to sensor/marker

 

Alternate Mode

Analog Velocity

Analog Torque (with Speed Limit)

Pulse Mode

 

User Units 

Distance

Velocity

Time Scale

Acceleration

Software Oscilloscope

Auto-Tune

 

 

FM-2 Indexing Module

FM-2 Application Examples

Clutch-brake replacement

Extend-retract arm 

Indexing table 

Indexing conveyor 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Operating information is set up via our free configuration software PowerTools. The FM-2 is designed to be extremely easy to set up and run. This saves time and money during installation and also makes long term support a breeze. For any simple point to point motion application, the FM-2 indexer is the right choice.

 

FM-3E Programming Module

The FM-3E Ethernet module transforms the EN & MDS into a fully programmable single-axis motion controller, and adds 8 digital inputs and 4 digital outputs. Profibus (FM-3PB) and DeviceNet (FM-3DN) options are also available.

 

The FM-3E Ethernet Programming Module allows the user to create programs to sequence motion, I/O control, and other machine operations in one environment. These programs used in conjunction with the Assignments or “virtual wiring” feature, provide the user with a powerful and easy-to-use programming environment.

 

User-defined Units for Distance, Velocity, Acceleration/Deceleration and Torque

User Programs

Synchronized Motion

Global and Index PLS’s

S-Curve Acceleration and Deceleration

User Variables

Analog Input

Supports 57 Indexes

Ethernet (-3E), DeviceNet (-3DN ) or Profibus (-3PB) Options

Software Oscilloscope

Auto-Tune

 

FM-3E Programming Module

 FM-3E Application Examples

Tension control

Flying cut off 

Auger filler 

Registration control 

Slip compensation 

 

With removable terminal block connectors for I/O and a pluggable sync cable for master encoder connections, setup of the FM-3E hardware is quick and clean. For diagnostics, the LCD keypad display on the front of the module gives the user a quick and handy way to change parameters, monitor feedback parameters, check module and drive revisions, change baud rates, view I/O states, and much more! Profibus (FM-3PB) and DeviceNet (FM-3DN) options are also available.

 

FM-4E Advanced Programming Module

The FM-4E Advanced Programming Module has taken all of the features and flexibility of the FM-3E, and added the ability to create complex motion profiles for sophisticated applications.

The FM-4E adds versatility and extends functionality by including high speed data capture, summation of multiple motion profiles, position capture object, queuing, multiple profile summation, program multi-tasking, and an array of parameters suitable for even the toughest applications. Profibus (FM-4PB) and DeviceNet (FM-4DN) options are also available.

 

Program Multitasking

Multiple Profile Summation

Queuing

User Configurable Capture Objects

Ethernet (-4E), DeviceNet (-4DN ) or Profibus (-4PB) Options

User-defined Units for Distance, Velocity, Acceleration/Deceleration and Torque

User Programs

Synchronized Motion

Global and Index PLS’s

S-Curve Acceleration and Deceleration

User Variables

Analog Input

Supports 57 Indexes

Software Oscilloscope

Auto-Tune

 

 FM-4E Advanced Programming Module

FM-4E Application Examples

Random infeed conveyor

Merge conveyor 

Rotary knife 

High speed labeling 

Phase synchronization 

Electronic gearing 

Point-to-point positioning 

Thermoforming 

Web control 

 

 

The FM-4E module is the perfect solution for applications with complex motion profiles such as a random infeed conveyor, rotary knife, or high speed labeling machine. Using the same software as the FM-3E, PowerTools Pro makes programming the FM-4E quick and easy. Profibus (FM-4PB) and DeviceNet (FM-4DN) options are also available.

 
 

 

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