Intelligent Motion Systems MForce Series Microstepping PowerDrive Microstepping MForce PowerDrive

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GETTING STARTED

Microstepping MForce PowerDrive

Before You Begin

The Getting Started Section is designed to help quickly connect and begin using your Microstepping MForce PowerDrive. The following examples will help you get a motor turning for the first time and introduce you to the basic settings of the drive.

Tools and Equipment Required

Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Unit (MFM)

A NEMA 23 or 34 Size Stepping Motor

Control Device for Step/Direction

+5 to +24 VDC Optocoupler Supply (if using sinking output type)

An Unregulated +12 to +48VDC Power Supply

Basic Tools: Wire Cutters / Strippers / Screwdriver

Wire for Power Supply (18 AWG) and Motor (16 AWG)

22 AWG Wire for Logic Connections

WARNING! The MForce has components which are sensitive to Electrostatic Discharge

(ESD). All handling should be done at an ESD protected workstation.

WARNING! Hazardous voltage levels may be present if using an open frame power supply to

power your MForce product.

WARNING! Ensure that the power supply output voltage does not exceed the maximum input

voltage of the MForce product that you are using!

	Opto Reference*	Power Ground
	* The Opto Reference Will	Power Ground
	* The Opto Reference Will	+V (+12 to +48)
	set the Sink/Source	+V (+12 to +48)
	Configuration of the Inputs
	Sinking: OptoRef = +5 to +24 VDC
	Sourcing: OptoRef = Ground

	3	6	P3		1	2
Step	4	6	P3		1	2
Step		P1
Direction		P1	ØA			ØA
			ØA
				1
				1		2
			ØB	3		4
					P4 ØB

MForce PowerDrive Front

12-Pin Wire Crimp at P1 Shown. See Specifications for Pin Numbering for other versions.

Note: A characteristic of all motors is back EMF. Back EMF is a source of current that can push the

output of a power supply beyond the maximum operating voltage of the driver. As a result, damage to the stepper driver could occur over a period of time. Care should be taken so that the back EMF does not exceed the maximum input voltage rating of the MForce PowerDrive.

Stepping Motor

Figure GS.1: Minimum Logic and Power Connections

Connecting the Power Supply

Using the recommended wire, connect the DC output of the power supply to the +V input of the connector appropriate for your Microstepping MForce PowerDrive model.

Connect the power supply ground to the Power Ground pin appropriate for your Microstepping MForce PowerDrive.

Part 1: Hardware Specifications

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Contents Forcetm Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Product Manual Table Of Contents Appendices List of Figures List of Tables MForce PowerDrive Front Microstepping MForce PowerDriveStepping Motor Connect Opto Reference and Logic Inputs Connecting the MotorForcetm Intentionally Left Blank Configuring Introduction to the Microstepping MForce PowerDriveFeatures and Benefits General Specifications Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Detailed SpecificationsMechanical Specifications Dimensions in Inches mm Setup ParametersPin # Function Description Pin Assignment and DescriptionP4 Connector Motor P3 Connector DC Power, 2-Pin Locking Wire CrimpParameter Setup Cable and Adapters Options and AccessoriesPrototype Development Cable Intentionally Left Blank Forcetm Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Manual Revision R040507 Mounting Recommendations Mounting and Connection GuidelinesMounting Hole Pattern Securing Power Leads and Logic LeadsLayout and Interface Guidelines Logic and SPI Communications P1 Power P3Motor P4 Intentionally Left Blank Choosing a Power Supply for Your MForce PowerDrive Interfacing DC PowerIP804 Unregulated Linear Supply DC Power Supply RecommendationsISP300-7 Unregulated Switching Supply Recommended IMS Power SuppliesRecommended Power and Cable Configurations Basic DC Power ConnectionExample a DC Power Cabling Under 50 Feet Transformer 10 to 28 VAC RMS for 48 VDC Systems Types and Construction of Stepping Motors Motor Selection and InterfaceSelecting a Motor Winding InductanceRecommended IMS Motors Lead Stepping Motor Parallel ConfigurationFrame Enhanced 6.3A Frame Enhanced 2.4A Not Available with Double ShaftFrame Enhanced 3.0A Frame Enhanced 6.0ALead Motors Phase Connector PinPhase a Example a Motor Cabling Less Than 50 Feet MForce PowerDrive Phase OutputsRecommended Motor Cabling Motor ConnectionsRecommended Motor Cable AWG Sizes Example B Motor Cabling Greater Than 50 FeetMicrostepping MForce PowerDrive Manual Revision R040507 Logic Interface and Connection Isolated Logic Input Pins and ConnectionsIsolated Logic Input Characteristics Enable InputUp/Down Step ClockDirection QuadratureSTEP/DIRECTION Timing Optocoupler Reference Optocoupler ReferenceInput Connection Examples NPN Open Collector Interface SinkingSwitch Interface Example Switch Interface Sinking+V +12 to +48 Minimum Required ConnectionsConnecting SPI Communications Logic Level Shifting and Conditioning Circuit SPI Pins and Connections4 SPI Master with a Single Microstepping MForce PowerDrive SPI Master with Multiple Microstepping MForce PowerDriveConfiguration Parameters and Ranges Using the IMS SPI Motor Interface InstallationColor Coded Parameter Values File IMS SPI Motor Interface Menu OptionsView Recall UpgradeHelp Msel Microstep Resolution Selection Msel Microstep Resolution SelectExit Connected/Disconnected IndicatorFactory SetInput Clock Filter Screen 2 I/O Settings Configuration ScreenEnable Active High/Low Input Clock TypeIMS Part Number/Serial Number Screen Fault IndicationUpgrade Instructions IMS SPI Upgrader ScreenPort Menu Initialization ScreenSPI Timing Notes Using User-Defined SPICheck Sum Calculation for SPI MSB SPI Commands and ParametersSPI Communications Sequence WriteAppendices Intentionally Left Blank Optional Prototype Development Cables MD-CC300-000 USB to SPI Parameter Setup CableAdapter Cables Installing the Cable/VCP Drivers Installation Procedure for the MD-CC300-000Figure A.5 Hardware Update Wizard Screen Determining the Virtual COM Port VCP Wire Color Code PD12-1434-FL3 Power, I/O and SPIPrototype Development Cable PD04-MF34-FL3 Prototype Development Cable PD02-2300-FL3Warranty Excellence in Motion