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Legacy Motion Products

All of Delta Motion’s legacy products are still serviced and available for sale to support existing installations. Since many industrial machines have a working life of 20-30 years or more, being able to get service and buy spares many years after the original installation is very important. Delta is committed to providing long-term support for all of its products. Delta's policy is to not obsolete any products as long as there is demand and component parts are available to build these products. (Delta carries a substantial stock of components to mitigate this risk.)

DCSMon software

All of the Delta Motion's legacy controllers share cables and use DCSMon setup and diagnostics programming. The software requires a PC capable of running DOS, so it is important that users requiring long-term support for these controllers make provisions for maintaining PCs capable of operating the DCSMon software. If you have any questions regarding support requirements, please contact us.

Unlike the RMC controllers which communicate via Fieldbus, Delta's legacy controllers are designed to plug into PLCs or standard buses.

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Legacy Motion Controllers & Accessories

Delta offers five legacy motion controllers, which are discussed in more detail in the sections below:

  • MMC120: Two axis linear motion controller for use with the Schneider Quantum Series PLC. The MMC120 controller is programmed with DCS120-Win software (Microsoft Windows-based).
  • TMC188/40: Plugs into the Siemens Simatic 505 Series PLC
  • MMC188/4x: Plugs into the Schneider Modicon 800 Series PLC
  • VMC186/40: Plugs into VMEbus, including VMEbus-based PLCs
  • MC186/40: Delta’s oldest motion controller, plugs into Multibus I

In addition, the Quad/10 module electronically converts quadrature encoder phase signals to equivalent magnetostrictive linear transducer signals.

MMC120 Modicon TSX Quantum Series© Two-Axis Motion Control Module

The MMC120 Motion Control Module is a complete two-axis position control subsystem for the Modicon TSX Quantum Automation Series family of programmable controllers. It is programmed using the DCS120-Win software.

Features

  • Modicon TSX Quantum Automation Series© compatible (Modconnect© Certified)
  • 1ms control loop
  • Linear position control
  • Magnetostrictive transducer interface (MDT)
  • Maximum transducer length in excess of 220"
  • Position resolution greater than 0.001"
  • Maximum velocity in excess of 120" second
  • Optically isolated transducer and drive I/O
  • Hot swappable
  • Hardware fail safe watchdogs
  • FLASH program and parameter storage
  • Software configurable - no jumpers or switches
  • Diagnostic and tuning software included

TMC180/40: Four Axis Linear Motion Control Modules

The TMC188/40 family of motion control modules are high-performance linear and rotary motion controllers for the Simatic TI 505 series Programmable Controllers. The TMC188/40 provides four channels of optically isolated position measurement with simultaneous control of four optically isolated drive outputs. On controllers with multiple feedback types, each axis can be independently programmed to use any of the feedback types available as a position sensing device. Analog feedback can be combined with other feedback types for Position-Pressure control. Drive outputs can be configured to work with hydraulic valves and servo drives.

Features

  • Four axes of independent or coordinated control
  • Motion profiles can be changed on-the-fly
  • Full PID loop control
  • Two millisecond control loop
  • Special Function Interface to Simatic TI 505 backplane
  • Programmed using PLC V memory
  • Multiple feedback types available
  • Up to two feedback types per axis
  • Position-Pressure control available

Feedback Types

  • Magnetostrictive transducer interface (MDT)
    • Linear position resolution up to 0.0005" using multiple recirculations
    • Transducer lengths up to 240" (0.004" resolution)
    • Maximum velocity up to 240" second (0.004" resolution)
  • Quadrature Encoder interface
    • 200kHz input (800,000 counts per second)
    • 24 bit internal counters
    • HOME and LIMIT signal inputs
    • Encoder Compatibility: Open collector, TTL, Differential
  • Analog Inputs
    • For position control or pressure control
    • Inputs configurable for: 4-20mA, 0-5V, ±5V, 0-10V, and ±10V
    • 12-bit analog resolution
    • 750VDC isolation

Modicon© 984 Programmable Controller Four-Axis Linear Motion Control Modules

The MMC188/40 family of motion controllers are intelligent linear motion control subsystem for use with the Modicon© 800 Series I/O. The family consists of the MMC188/40 and the MMC188/41.

  • The MMC188/40 module provides a highly integrated solution to control the position of four servo axes with MDT feedback.
  • The MMC188/41 has both MDT and analog feedback interfaces and has four inputs and outputs of digital I/O. Each of the four axes can be programmed to operate in position and/or pressure control modes.

MMC188/40 Features

  • Modicon 800 I/O compatible
  • Full PID loop control
  • Four axes of independent or coordinated control
  • Optically isolated inputs and outputs
  • Magnetostrictive transducer interface (MDT)
  • Position resolution greater than 0.001"
  • Transducer lengths up to 240" (0.004" resolution)
  • Maximum velocity up to 60" second
  • Optically isolated drive outputs
  • Two millisecond loop control

MMC188/41 Features

  • Modicon 800 I/O compatible
  • Full PID loop control
  • Four axes of independent or coordinated control
  • Optically isolated inputs and outputs
  • Magnetostrictive transducer interface (MDT)
  • Position resolution greater than 0.001"
  • Transducer lengths up to 240" (0.004" resolution)
  • Maximum velocity up to 60" second
  • Optically isolated drive outputs
  • Two millisecond loop control
  • Analog input range configurable to 4-20mA, 0-5V, ±5V, 0-10V, and ±10V
  • 12 bit analog resolution
  • 2500 VDC analog isolation

Diagnostic Program

  • Provides utilities to calculate motion parameters scale, offset and direction
  • Allows user to activate simple motion profiles from a keyboard
  • Permits user to change control parameters from a keyboard
  • Displays parameter and status information for multiple axes
  • Saves and retrieves graphic diagnostic information to disk

VMC 186/40 VMEbus-based Four-Axis Linear Motion Controller

The VMC 186/40 family of motion control modules are intelligent linear motion control sub-systems for use with VMEbus applications. These modules provide a highly integrated solution to control the position and/or pressure of four servo axes. The drive outputs can be configured to work with hydraulic valves and servo valves.

The family consists of three modules:

  • The VMC 186/40 senses position using magnetostrictive displacement transducers (MDT) and controls the associated output based on programmable parameters.
  • VMC 186/40-TA has both analog and magnetostrictive transducer feedback. Each axis is independently programmed to operate in position or pressure control modes. The analog inputs may be used either for analog position transducers or for pressure signals.
  • The VMC 186/40-TQ module has both quadrature and magnetostrictive transducer feedback for use with VMEbus applications. Each axis is independently programmed to operate in linear or rotary control modes.

Family Features

The following features are common to all moduels in the family:

  • VMEbus compatible
  • Four axes of independent or coordinated control
  • Motion profiles can be changed on-the-fly
  • Full PID loop control
  • Magnetostrictive transducer interface (MDT)
  • Position resolution up to 0.0005" using multiple recirculations
  • Transducer lengths up to 120" (0.002" resolution)
  • Maximum velocity up to 120" second (0.002" resolution)

Additonal Features in the VMC 186/40

  • One millisecond control loop

Additonal Features in the VMC 186/40-TA

  • Analog and magnetostrictive inputs in a single module
  • Full PID loop control for position and pressure
  • Two millisecond control loop
  • Analog interface
  • Inputs configurable for: 4-20mA, 0-5V, ±5V, 0-10V, and ±10V
  • 12-bit analog resolution
  • 750VDC isolation

Additonal Features in the VMC 186/40-TQ

  • Quadrature and magnetostrictive inputs in a single module
  • One millisecond PID loop
  • Inputs configurable for: 4-20mA, 0-5V, ±5V, 0-10V, and ±10V
  • 12-bit analog resolution
  • 750VDC isolation
  • 200kHz inputs (800kHz counts per second)
  • 24 bit internal counters
  • HOME and LIMIT signal inputs
  • Encoder compatibility: Open collector, TTL and Differential

Diagnostic Program

Use of the diagnostic program, DCSMON, requires the SBX-351VM option.

  • Provides graphic display of previous motion profile
  • Provides utilities to calculate motion parameters scale, offset and direction
  • Allows user to activate simple motion profiles from a keyboard
  • Permits user to change control parameters from a keyboard
  • Displays parameter and status information for multiple axes
  • Saves and retrieves graphic diagnostic information to Disk
  • VME based Four-Axis Linear Position and Pressure Controller

Multibus I based Four-Axis Linear Motion Controller

The MC186/40 family of motion controller modules are intelligent linear motion control sub-systems for use with Multibus I applications. These modules provide a highly integrated solution to control the position and/or pressure of four servo axes.

The MC186/40 family consists of the MC186/40 and the MC186/40-TA:

  • The MC 186/40 senses position using magnetostrictive displacement transducers and controls the associated output based on programmable parameters. The drive outputs can be configured to work with hydraulic valves and servo valves.
  • The MC186/40-TA uses magnetostrictive displacement transducers and controls the associated output based on programmable parameters. In addition, the analog inputs may be used either for analog position transducers or for pressure signals. The drive outputs can be configured to work with hydraulic valves and servo valves.

MC186/40 Features

  • Multibus I compatible
  • Four axes of independent or coordinated control
  • Motion profiles can be changed on-the-fly
  • Full PID loop control
  • One millisecond control loop
  • Magnetostrictive (MDT) interface
  • Position resolution up to 0.0005" using multiple recirculations
  • Transducer lengths up to 130" (0.002" resolution)
  • Maximum velocity up to 120" second (0.002" resolution)

MC186/40-TA Features

  • Multibus I compatible
  • Four axes of independent or coordinated control
  • Analog and magnetostrictive inputs in a single module
  • Motion profiles can be changed on-the-fly
  • Full PID loop control for position and pressure
  • Two millisecond control loop
  • Magnetostrictive (MDT) interface
  • Position resolution up to 0.0005" using multiple recirculations
  • Transducer lengths up to 130" (0.002" resolution)
  • Maximum velocity up to 120" second (0.002" resolution)
  • Analog inputs configurable for: 4-20mA, 0-5V, ±5V, 0-10V, and ±10V
  • 12-bit analog resolution
  • 750VDC isolation

Diagnostic Program

Use of the diagnostic program, MB1MON, requires SBX-351MU option.

  • Provides graphic display of previous motion profile
  • Provides utilities to calculate motion parameters scale, offset and direction
  • Allows user to activate simple motion profiles from a keyboard
  • Permits user to change control parameters from a keyboard
  • Displays parameter and status information for multiple axes
  • Saves and retrieves graphic diagnostic information to Disk

QUAD/10: Quadrature to MDT Converter

The QUAD/10 module electronically converts quadrature encoder phase signals to equivalent magnetostrictive linear transducer signals.

As with Delta's multi axis controllers, a large number of industrial controllers are designed to work with linear transducers. If the application calls for a few axes of rotary motion control alongside of some linear axes, the QUAD/10 can be used to reduce the number of different types of controllers in the system. In short, the QUAD/10 permits the controller designed for linear motion control to be used for rotary motion control.

Specific applications of the QUAD/10 vary widely. This module can be used with any of Delta's Legacy motion controllers (MMC120, MMC, VMC or MC).

Features

  • Single axis rotary to linear position translater for magnetostrictive transducer compatible controllers
  • Cost effective solution for rotary motion control in a linear motion environment
  • State logic for encoder phases guarantee glitch free conversion
  • Independent qualifying position controls
  • Preset position: Enable preset position, Position direction, Enable position changes