Choosing between the RMC70, RMC150, and RMC200 starts with the number of axes needed for your application. Our RMCs share most of the same features, but some differences do exist, and you can find them listed on this page.
The RMC70, RMC150 and RMC200 use the same RMCTools Software for setup, programming, and tuning your system.
If you need additional information, have questions, or wish to get a quote, please contact us or your local distributor.
Axes are a fundamental concept for all RMC motion controllers:
| Motion Controller: | Max Control Axes: | Max Dual-Loop Axes: | Max Total Axes (All Types): |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMC70 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| RMC150 | 8 | 8 | 16 |
| RMC200 Lite | 18 | 12* | 48 |
| RMC200 Standard | 50 | 34** | 128 |
* RMC200 Lite: Up to 12 dual-loop axes with single-input pressure or force. Up to 10 dual-loop axes with differential force input.
** RMC200 Standard: Up to 34 dual-loop axes with single-input pressure or force. Up to 26 dual-loop axes with differential force input.
The RMCs support the following communication types. The RMC200 does not support the older serial and PROFIBUS communications. If necessary, Ethernet adapters exist for connecting such communications to the RMC200.
| Motion Controller: | Ethernet: | Serial RS-232/485: | PROFIBUS: |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMC70 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| RMC150 | ✓ | ✓ | |
| RMC200 | ✓ | ||
The RMC70, 150, and 200 share most of the same features. In addition to the communications, transducer, and actuator differences described above, some control features that differ between the controllers are listed below.
| RMC70 | RMC150 | RMC200 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analog input resolution | 16-bit | 16- and 12-bit | 18-bit |
| Analog output resolution | 16-bit | 12- and 14-bit | 18-bit |
| Fastest loop time | 250 μsec | 250 μsec | 125 μsec |
| Improved differential force scaling includes pressure of pressure sensors |
✓ | ||
| SSI output mode | ✓ (UI/O) | ||
| SSI monitor mode | ✓ (UI/O) | ✓ (S8,U14) | |
| Negative correction factor for load cells | ✓ | ||
| Multiple feedback filter types | ✓ | ||
| Protective Circuitry | ✓ | ||
The RMC70 consists of a factory-configured Base Module containing the CPU Module (which includes communications) and a one- or two-axis Axis Module.
The RMC150 is available in 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-slot factory configurable packages. The first slot can contain only certain modules. The second slot contains CPU module. The additional 1-4 slots can contain any combination of axis modules (each handling 2 axes) or DI/O or analog inputs. Dual-loop position-pressure or position-force control is added by specifying RMC151 in the part number.
The RMC200 is available in Lite and Standard configurations. Both configurations consist of a base and user-installable modules.
The RMC200 Lite uses special base modules, B5L and B7L, and a CPU with integrated power supply and shares all other modules with the standard RMC200.
Available Standard bases are B5, B7, B11, and B15. The first slot for Standard bases contains the power supply; the second slot contains the CPU module. For both Lite and Standard bases, the third slot may contain the optional EtherCAT MainDevice Communications module. Also for either of the bases, with or without the EtherCAT module, the additional slots can contain any combination of I/O modules. The dual-loop position-pressure or position-force control requires purchasing enough Feature Key control loops to total 2 loops per dual-loop axis.
All RMC controllers, as with all Delta products, are backed by Delta’s responsive 24/7 customer support. Hundreds of people are trained each year on the RMCs. And with Delta’s policy of not obsoleting products as long as there is demand, your long-term investment is secure.
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