PC Based Controllers and Robotic Automation Equipment

EPSON Micro PowerDrive Controller

Micro PowerDrive RC170 specs

Micro PowerDrive Options

	EPSON Micro PowerDrive RC170 Controller Specsheet (pdf) EPSON RC+ Software & Controls (pdf full brochure)

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The EPSON Micro PowerDrive controller is a low cost, high performance robot controller that provides the ultimate experience in ease of use, compact size, and reliability at an incredible low cost. With core performance features superior to many other robot vendors high end controllers, the EPSON Micro PowerDrive creates a whole new class of robot controllers for customers seeking the best mix of low cost and high performance. Some of the major features include:

Low Cost and High Performance
Fast Robot Cycle and Program Execution Times
Compact Size (smallest 6-axis controller in the industry)
Use as stand alone, PLC slave or with PC
PowerDrive Servo System Ensures Maximum Robot Performance
Industry Leading Ease of Use with EPSON RC+ Software
Fully integrated options including: Microsoft .NET support, DeviceNet, Profibus, Additional I/O and more

At the heart of the Micro PowerDrive is the new EPSON PowerDrive servo technology that provides superior path control, incredibly fast accel/decel times, and tremendous overall motion capabilities in an ultra compact form factor. As the industry's smallest 6-axis robot controller, the Micro PowerDrive can be mounted inside a standard cabinet panel next to a PLC saving valuable factory floor space. But don't let the small size fool you. The Micro PowerDrive combines tremendous power and flexibility that allows it to be used for stand alone, PLC slave, and PC driven applications.

The MIcro PowerDrive is available with all EPSON E2 SCARA and Pro Six 6-axis robots and includes an enhanced version of the popular and industry leading EPSON RC+ development environment. With powerful features such as 16 task multi-tasking, the full feature SPEL+ programming language, project management, sourece level debugging with EPSON SmartSense technology and more, the Micro PowerDrive with EPSON RC+ reduces development time allowing developers to build automation systems faster and easier.

Micro PowerDrive Controller Specifications
Mounting Options		Desktop, Wall, Rack, Floor, Ceiling
Dimensions		For E2 SCARA: 300(W) x 170(D) x 240(H) (without options) For Pro Six: 355(W) x 170(D) x 240(H) (without options)
Weight		Base Unit for E2 SCARA: 7Kg (without options) Configured for Pro Six: 8Kg (without options)
Option Slots		Up to 4 option boards can be installed
CPU		Intel ULV Celeron 400 MHz
Memory		64 MB Flash 64 MB DRAM 128K SRAM (for backup variables)
Communication Interfaces		Ethernet: 10/100Base T - High speed connection to 1 or more controllers and PC via network USB Port 1: Direct 1 to 1 high speed connection to 1 controller USB Port 2: for USB memory
Standard I/O		24 Inputs / 16 Outputs (8/8 may be configured as remote I/O)
Additional I/O		32 Inputs / 32 Outputs per board (up to 4 boards total)
User PC Requirements		Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Professional CPU Speed: 850 MHz (or faster) Required HDD Space: 500 MB (minimum)
Development Environment		EPSON RC+ 5.0 (New version similar to RC+ used for RC420/520 high performance controllers) Includes the following: Project Explorer for easy access to application files Point and click configuration wizards Point file spreadsheets for editing points Robot Manager for jobbing, teaching points and configuring robot parameters Run Window for fast development Operator Window for easy production use I/O Monitor and I/O Label Editor allow easy setup and monitoring of I/O status Task Manager provides debugging/monitoring dialog for all actively running tasks Integrated help system is always just a click away
Programming Language		SPEL+ high performance language with 275+ commands (reduced instruction set from SPEL+ language used with RC420 and RC520 high performance controllers)
Multitasking		Up to 16 simultaneous tasks
Debugger		Source level debugger with single step, breakpoints, multiple task handling, watch points, and built-in EPSON SmartSense Technology
Editor		Color based editor with auto syntax assist, code indent, and built-in EPSON SmartSense Technology
Safety		Redundant Emergency Stop Circuit Redundant Safeguard Circuit (Low Power Mode) Lockout/Tagout Lock device Dynamic Brake Motor Overload Detection Positioning servo error detection Irregular motor torque detection Encoder cable disconnect detection Memory check-sum error detection Motor speed error detection Overload detection Drive module overheat detection CPU irregularity detection Speed overflow servo error detection
Power Source		200 - 240 VAC; Single Phase 50/60 Hz
Rated Ambient Temperature		5 - 40 degrees C
PLC Connection		Easy to use controller as PLC slave through DeviceNet, Profibus or Remote I/O connection

Micro PowerDrive Controller Available Options
Option Slots		Up to 4 option boards can be installed
Additional I/O		32 Inputs / 32 Outputs per board (up to 4 boards total)
Fieldbus Slave Boards		DeviceNet, Profibus, CC-Link
RS-232C Ports		Up to 8 RS-232C ports available with 2 boards
VB Guide Lite		Microsoft .NET communications module
ECP Software		External Control Point motion (ideal for dispensing applications)
Teach Pendant		TP1 Teach Pendant
Operator Panel		OP1 Operator Panel

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