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High-Performance Motion and Control

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Reliable high quality components from a broad technology pipeline

Flexibility and Customisation

High throughput and accuracy, synchronised control of multiple axes

Standard configurations - fast delivery times

Plug and play for fast commissioning

Global support and servicing for high reliability and uptime

High-precision and dynamic motion solutions from PI support laser machine builders and laser system integrators in using the potential of lasers to develop future technologies in material processing. >> Find out more.

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Market-proven solutions for laser processing
Competent advice - right from the start
Flexible configuration and application-specific adaptation
Different integration levels and high integration capability
Comprehensive solutions that combine ease of use and smooth operation while increasing productivity
High economic profitability
Servicing and support - Always near you - worldwide

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PI has the UK's expert application engineers who are ready to help you solve your technical problems.

In order to develop the appropriate positioning solution that can also be optimally integrated into the application, PI works closely with its customers right from the start. Due to the variety of technologies and experience in precision positioning and automation, PI can react flexibly to the requirements of laser technology and offer motion solutions that meet customer needs:

From single and multi-axis systems without beam deflection to highly customised solutions where the motion of galvanometer scanners and the positioning systems have to be synchronised and are able to run simultaneously.

ACS Motion Control, as part of the PI Group, allows the supply of highly sophisticated automation and motion controllers with a wide range of drive options and dedicated modules for the control of laser applications.

Software supported by all popular operating systems

On-site training and individual support

Individual consultation from trained specialists

Premium Technical Support

Gain reliability and save on development and process time

Global Experts in performance automation

Creating the Perfect Cutting Edge

Creating the Perfect Cutting Edge

Glass is indispensable for the modern consumer industry. The transparent material is used mainly for displays on smartphones, tablets, and screens. The demands on glass processing have also increased considerably because of the constant further development and large-scale production of these products.

Synchronized Laser and Motion Control

Synchronized Control of Laser and Motion Path

Lasers have been used for many years in materials processing for welding and cutting applications. Laser technology, however, was always considered to be a specialist area, requiring complex control systems for accurate manipulation as well as significant investment and expertise.

Enabling Higher Functional Density

Increasing the Functionality Density of Electronic Components

Smartphone, smartwatch, tablet, industry electronics, electric car, camera and security systems, hearing aids, or pace makers – PI develops motion and control solutions for large-scale laser drilling since none of these technologies can do without high functional density on printed circuit bords.

Improving Quality in Stencil Production

Improving Speed and Cutting Quality in Stencil Production

Platform and motion control solutions for high-throughput and high-precision laser-based stencil production. For the component assembly process, this means: A higher connection density, smaller connection surface, reduced installation space, more complex components, and a higher throughput.

You can find out more about our broad portfolio for Performance Automation here.

2 or 4 Axis Motion Controller with Integrated Servo Drives

Controller and Drive Axes: 2 or 4
Host PC/PLC/PAC Communication: TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, RS-232
Controller Cycle Rate: 1kHz
Drive Supply Input: 12-48Vdc
Bus Voltage: Equal to drive supply input
Max Current Output Per Axis: 5/10A
Encoder Channels: 4 (AqB, Absolute, or SinCos)
Mounting Type: Panel
Functional Safety Options: STO & SS1

2 or 4 Axis DS402 EtherCAT® Intelligent Drive Module up to 10/20A at 150VDC

Communication Protocol: EtherCAT DS402 (CiA402) CoE
Max EtherCAT Cycle Rate: 4kHz
Real-Time ACSPL+ Program Threads: 4
Drive Axes: 2 or 4
Drive Supply Input: 24-150Vdc
Bus Voltage: Equal to drive supply input
Max Current Output Per Axis: 15/30A up to 100Vdc, 10/20A up to 150Vdc
Mounting Type: Panel
Functional Safety Options: STO & SS1

2 or 4 Axis EtherCAT® Universal Drive Module up to 10/20A at 150VDC

Drive Axes: 2, 4
Drive Supply Input: 24-150 Vdc
Bus Voltage: Equal to Vin
Max Current Output Per Axis: 15/30A up to 100Vdc, 10/20A up to 150Vdc
Encoder Channels: up to 4
Mounting: Panel
Functional Safety Options: STO, SS1
Proprietary ACS Feature Options: ServoBoost, Non-Linear Control

Enables direct control of a laser source with full synchronization to motion

The LCM is designed to meet the needs of laser processing system OEMs with demanding throughput and accuracy requirements.
Working under any ACS SPiiPlus Platform EtherCAT master controller, the LCM tightly synchronizes control of a fixed beam laser with motion.
Sub-microsecond latency enables high-accuracy laser micromachining, while high pulse frequencies enable high levels of throughput.

Machine Control Interface for High-Precision Laser Processing Applications

Flexible CAD-to-motion import and design
2D and 3D processing modes
Laser Control Module support for accurate fixed beam laser triggering, dynamic power control
Dynamic Position Monitoring
Flexible processing architectures
Rich galvo scanner and vision system calibration features
Pre-developed support for leading galvo, laser, and camera suppliers
Customization Options via C# plugins

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Smarter Motion Control Solution for Faster Laser Processing Systems

ACS Promise

We are always ready to rise to the challenge to deliver smart, best-performing motion control solutions for the most demanding applications, developed and supported in partnership with you and in-line with your needs.

High-Performance OEM Motion Control Solutions

ACS and its partners tailor motion control solutions with standard products to meet your unique requirements.

Motion controllers
Motion controllers with integrated drives
Motor drives
Drive interfaces
Laser interfaces
Auxiliary products

Improve Throughput and Accuracy with Advanced MIMO Control Algorithm

MIMO decoupled control of linear position and yaw displacement loops
Independent tuning and optimization of linear and yaw control loops
Dynamic cross-axis center of mass compensation
Error mapping compensation (orthogonality, straightness...)
Dual-loop gantry control

UK based support tailored to your needs

System implementation, mechanics, controller and peripheral devices
System optimisation including tuning
Fault diagnosis including root cause analysis and corrective action
Training

Brochure

Precision – Throughput – Synchronized Motion

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BRO67E R1 2018-06

pdf - 3 MB

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BRO67CN 2018-11

pdf - 12 MB

White Paper

How to make it easier for system integrators to design and build advanced systems for a new age of laser applications

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WP4027 2020-03

pdf - 1 MB

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