DMC-21x3 Ethernet motion controllers are designed for extremely cost-sensitive and space-sensitive applications. According to company literature, they are typically half the price and half the size of box-level Ethernet controllers. These intelligent, card-level controllers can be purchased with plug-in, multi-axis amplifier boards that eliminate wiring between the controller and drives. Amplifier boards are available for driving stepper, brush, and brushless servo motors up to 500 W. Or, the ICM-20100 breakout board can be used for easy connection to external drives.

DMC-21x3 controllers are available in one- through eight-axis versions and can be configured for control of step or servo motors on any combination of axes. The card-level controller measures 4.25 x 7 in. for one through four axes and 4.25 x 10.75 in. for five through eight axes. Any mode of motion can be programmed including linear and circular interpolation, contouring, electronic gearing, and ECAM.

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