PCI motion controller
The XMP-SynqNet-PCI provides 100 Mbps, real-time, synchronous networking for up to 32 axes. With SynqNet, servos can be updated as quickly as 20 kHz for four axes, or 10 kHz for eight axes. SynqNet also supports user-defined I/O CAN-based networking under common industry operating systems such as Windows NT, Windows 2000 and 95/98, VenturCom and VxWorks. Motion Engineering Inc, Santa Barbara, CA. www.rsleads.com/212df-165

Thin-section bearings guide
An engineering specification guide is now available for designers with applications for Ultra-Slim bearings, which feature a cross section of 2.5 mm. The bearings are fabricated from stainless steel for corrosion resistance, and hybrid ceramic ball bearings are also offered for optimum life in harsh environments. Available bore sizes range from 35 mm to 170 mm. Kaydon Corp, Muskegon, MI.  www.rsleads.com/212df-166

Online motion community
An interactive, expert system has been launched on the Internet, dedicated to providing services to participants in motion issues; particularly, motors and motion control. The virtual campus offers an Information Product Center, for reports, books, white papers and software; an Expert System Center for system analysis and selection assistance; and the Virtual Motion Community meeting center. Motion Tech Trends, Inglewood, CA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-167

Heavy duty brushless DC motor
Developed for applications requiring very high inertia and performance such as pumps, conveyors, blowers and compressors, this 240 VDC outer rotating motor provides 3.3 hp and 960 oz-in. of running torque at 3500 rpm. Options include a choice of bonded neodymium, bonded samarium cobalt or ceramic magnets, and custom mounting configurations. Servo Magnetics Inc, Canoga Park, CA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-168

Gearheads
RGH harmonic drive gearheads offer the company’s zero backlash technology in a compact package. An integral flange output supported by heavy duty bearings allow the units to provide high axial, radial and moment loads. The RGH is available in three sizes, with a rated output torque ranging from 221 to 1213 in.-lbs and maximum output torques up to 6,072 in. lbs. Reduction values are offered from 50:1 to 160:1. Harmonic Drive Technologies, Peabody, MA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-169

Motor/drive combo
Weighing just 5 oz, the Mdrive14 package combines a NEMA size 14 high torque stepping motor with on-board half/full step drive. Features include optically isolated logic inputs that will accept 5 to 24 VDC signals, sourcing or sinking. Setup parameters include Motor Resolution, Motor Direction with respect to direction input, and Run/Hold Currents. Parameters are changed via an SPI port. Intelligent Motion Systems, Marlborough, CT.  www.rsleads.com/212df-170

Ethernet motor controller
This card-level, DMC21x3 controller incorporates an inexpensive 96-pin DIN connector that eliminates the need for cable between the controller and interconnect boards. The device offers 1 to 8 axis control of step or servo motors, 10-BaseT communications through an RS232 port, and various modes of motion like point-to-point positioning, jogging, linear and circular interpolation, electronic gearing and contouring. Galil Motion Control Inc, Rocklin, CA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-171

Soft starter
SSW-05 digital soft starters offer advanced motor control and simplified operation in a package 1/5 the size of conventional units. This line of products will accommodate motors from 3 to 60 hp (10 to 85A, 220 to 575 VAC). Front panel LEDs display operational status, and setup and parameter selections are performed through DIP switches and potentiometers. WEG Electric Motors Corp, Suwanee, GA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-172

Nano PLCs
Available in modular (book) and compact (brick) formats, TWIDO controllers pack 40 I/Os into a body smaller than a business card, yet are customizable with a range of expansion modules for over 200 analog and discrete I/O points. An all-in-one compact model comes with its own 120 VAC supply. Both bases have features usually found in larger PLCs, such as time delays and permanent data backup. Schneider Electric, North Andover, MA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-173

Encoders
This line of absolute rotary encoders is encased in stainless steel to handle harsh environment applications in chemical, heavy industrial and food industries. Single-turn versions have a resolution up to 16-bits, while multi-turn encoders can register 12 bits with a 28 bit total resolution. The devices can be equipped to interface with DeviceNet, CAN-bus, InterBus-S and Profi-bus, as well as standard interfaces such as SSI. FRABA Inc, Lawrenceville, NJ.  www.rsleads.com/212df-174

High efficiency brush motor
The latest offering from this company is the TG3300 Series slotless brush PM motor, which eliminates conventional iron cores and their problems with cogging torque, iron and hysteresis losses. Maximum continuous torque is 80 oz-in. at 10,000 rpm, using an input voltage of 24 VDC and a current of 27.5A. The unit is rated at over 1 hp, yet weighs less than 34 oz. ThinGap Motor Technologies, Ventura, CA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-175

Five-phase stepper series
The PCE High Torque Motor Series achieves almost double the torque of its predecessors to move extremely heavy loads. A separator between the motor’s coil, stator and phase supply raises the unit’s dielectric strength to 3000V, plus there is added seal protection against dust and moisture. The PCE Series is offered in 3 lengths and NEMA sizes 17, 23 and 34. Nyden Corp, San Jose, CA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-176

Air handling pillow block
The ConCentra Air Handling Ball Bearing Unit is designed for fan and blower applications. This bearing uses a multi-step sleeve arrangement to form a near 360 degree interference fit. The resulting concentric fit reduces noise and vibration in high-speed air-handling applications. Also offered in two- and four-bolt flange versions, it is available in a choice of 11 bore sizes from 1- to 215/16-in. SKF USA Inc, Kulpsville, PA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-177

Heim bearing catalog
The 62-page catalog from this manufacturer details the variety of rod ends, spherical bearings, sleeve bearings and ball bearings, including several pages of bearing designs and engineering data. The catalog also contains information about specific ball bearing applications and custom designs for aircraft, helicopters and customer-supplied assemblies. RBC Bearings, Fairfield, CT.  www.rsleads.com/212df-178

Dustproof-rated motors
These brushless motors/resolvers completely lock out contamination and, when combined with a drive system, are suitable for efficient closed-loop motion control applications. Available in frame sizes from 3.25- to 7.5 in, the motors have high torque to inertial ratios, and stall torque from 14 to 451 lb in. Depending on frame size, continuous output power ranges from 700 to 7800W. Empire Magnetics Inc, Rohnert Park, CA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-179

Machine tool motors
Typical applications for these three torque motor models would be in rotary axes for workpiece positioning in precision grinding and milling machines. Members of the TMA family are direct drive, brushless, ring torque motors, which eliminate conventional worm-gear drives or other mechanical transmission elements. The motors include provision for liquid cooling. ETEL, Schaumburg, IL.  www.rsleads.com/212df-180

DC speed control
The MD Series MICRO-DRIVE has digital closed loop feedback and an LED display. Suited to motors rated to 2 hp, the drive system can precisely control speed to ±0.5 RPM of set speed over long term operation. Features include adjustable acceleration and deceleration ramp inputs, adjustable minimum and maximum speed values, and master or follower operational modes. Dart Controls Inc, Zionsville, IN.  www.rsleads.com/212df-181

Voice coil amplifier/controller
The 4-quadrant, DSP-based VCA 100 is a stand-alone PWM servo amplifier/controller designed to maximize performance of the company’s linear and rotary voice coil actuators. It can operate as a position, velocity or force/torque mode device. DSP technology provides a feature-set configurable via an RS232/485 port, and the unit accepts digital and analog feedback signals. BEI Kimco Magnetics Division, San Marcos, CA.  www.rsleads.com/212df-182