Depending upon the controller model, either the Multi-axis Communications Interface Module (MCIM) or the Multi-axis Intelligent Digital Servo-3 (MIDS3) board contains the connectors that implement interfaces to external equipment. The following list defines all of the possible interfaces. See the Product Specifications for detailed information on which interfaces are available with each controller model.
There are two versions of the MCIM that are currently being shipped. These boards offer very similar functionality except that one board includes an RS-485 serial interface.
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The High Voltage Power Boards (HVPAs) and the Motor/Brake connectors and their leads contain unshielded high voltage pins that are positioned next to the MCIM/MIDS3 connectors. It is intended that the Guidance Controller with these components be mounted in a cabinet or machine chassis that is not accessible when AC line power is turned on. |
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The MCIM with a RS-485 connector is shown in Figure 7-37. To jump to the detailed information for a specific interface, click on the interface label or the connector in Figure 7-37.
The MCIM without an RS-485 interface is shown in Figure 7-38.
Figure 7-38: MCIM without an RS-485 Interface
To reduce the price, the MIDS3 combines most of the functions of the MCIM and MIDS into a single assembly. This board is available in the Guidance 2000C series of controllers. In the picture below, the MIDS3's four horizontal encoder connectors with latches are not labeled since these are discussed in the MIDS section of this documentation. See Figure 7-39.
Figure 7-39: MCIM and MIDS Assembly
In the following sections, the pinout for each of the connectors plus the part numbers for the mating plugs are described.