Specialist in (servo) control systems Ingenia introduces the world’s smallest servo controller in terms of power range and functionality. The controller was developed with robotics applications in mind, but other applications requiring a small installation space also benefit from the compact yet powerful Everest XCR.
Ingenia’s Everest Core series comprises ultra-compact, ready-to-use motor controllers from the servo drives range. Thanks to its compact dimensions and robust design, this high-power servo drive can be installed practically anywhere. From various robot components to unmanned air and ground vehicles, and even in the motor itself. The aluminium housing contributes to good heat dissipation and thus to the reliability of the drive.
However, the components in the Everest series are more than just DC servo drives. They also feature advanced transistor technology with high power and efficiency, and negligible EMI. These various features ultimately result in optimal linear amplification and ultra-fast servo loops (current loop up to 75 kHz and speed loop up to 25 kHz) for smooth movement.
Thanks to the high efficiency (up to 99%) of the electronics, the dimensions can be kept very small: 26 x 34.5 x 17 mm. In addition, the Everest XCR is suitable for 30 A continuous current and 60 A peak current and operates on both single and dual power supplies (maximum 80 VDC). In the latter case, the logic and power are separated. The dual power supply also contributes to a reduction in power consumption when the application is in standby mode.
Configuring the servo drive
The resolution of the current measurements can be easily set via the built-in configurable amplification circuit, with values ranging from 0.379 mA/count to 2.475 mA/count. This makes the Everest drive one of the most versatile motor controllers capable of controlling motors with a wide range of power ratings (up to several kW). Commissioning the drive itself is also straightforward: mounting the motor and configuring the drive with the free MotionLab software are the only steps required.
Encoders
Finally, the Everest XCR supports looped connections from BiSS-C encoders with a maximum frame size of 64 bits. Combinations with digital Hall sensors, digital incremental encoders and SSI EtherCAT are also possible. The drive itself is controlled via an ultra-fast and secure SPI bus, providing engineers with maximum design quality for multi-axis applications.
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