Intelligent Motion Systems MForce Series Microstepping PowerDrive

Table Of Contents
Getting Started: Microstepping MForce PowerDrive	1-1
Before You Begin	1-1
Tools and Equipment Required	1-1
Connecting the Power Supply	1-1
Connect Opto Reference and Logic Inputs	1-2
Connecting the Motor	1-2
Part 1: Hardware Reference
Section 1.1: Introduction to the Microstepping MForce PowerDrive	1-5
Configuring	1-5
Features and Benefits	1-6
Section 1.2: Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Detailed Specifications	1-7
General Specifications	1-7
Setup Parameters	1-8
Mechanical Specifications	1-8
Pin Assignment and Description	1-9
P1 12-Pin Locking Wire Crimp Connector - Power, I/O and SPI Communications	1-9
P3 Connector - DC Power, 2-Pin Locking Wire Crimp	1-10
P4 Connector - Motor	1-10
Part 2: Connecting and Interfacing
Section 2.1: Mounting and Connection Guidelines	3
Mounting Recommendations	3
Securing Power Leads and Logic Leads	4
Layout and Interface Guidelines	4
Rules of Wiring	5
Rules of Shielding	5
Recommended Wiring	5
Recommended Mating Connectors and Pins	5
Section 2.2: Interfacing DC Power	7
Choosing a Power Supply for Your MForce PowerDrive	7
DC Power Supply Recommendations	8
Recommended IMS Power Supplies	8
Basic DC Power Connection	9
Recommended Power and Cable Configurations	9
Example A: DC Power Cabling Under 50 Feet	9
Example B: AC Power to Full Wave Bridge Cabling Over 50 Feet	10
Example C – Cabling 50 Feet or Greater, AC Power to Power Supply	10
Section 2.3: Motor Selection and Interface	11
Selecting a Motor	11
Types and Construction of Stepping Motors	11
Sizing a Motor for Your System	11
Recommended IMS Motors	12
IMS Inside Out Stepper Motors	13
Connecting the Motor	14
8 Lead Motors	14
6 Lead Motors	15
4 Lead Motors	16
Recommended Motor Cabling	16
Example A: Motor Cabling Less Than 50 Feet	16
Example B: Motor Cabling Greater Than 50 Feet	17
Recommended Motor Cable AWG Sizes	17
Section 2.4: Logic Interface and Connection	19
Optically Isolated Logic Inputs	19
Isolated Logic Input Pins and Connections	19
Isolated Logic Input Characteristics	19

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Intelligent Motion Systems MForce Series Microstepping PowerDrive operating instructions Table Of Contents

Contents

Forcetm Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Product Manual Table Of Contents Appendices List of Figures List of Tables Microstepping MForce PowerDrive MForce PowerDrive FrontStepping Motor Connect Opto Reference and Logic Inputs Connecting the Motor Forcetm Intentionally Left Blank Configuring Introduction to the Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Features and Benefits General Specifications Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Detailed Specifications Mechanical Specifications Dimensions in Inches mm Setup Parameters Pin # Function Description Pin Assignment and Description P4 Connector Motor P3 Connector DC Power, 2-Pin Locking Wire Crimp Options and Accessories Parameter Setup Cable and AdaptersPrototype Development Cable Intentionally Left Blank Forcetm Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Manual Revision R040507 Mounting Recommendations Mounting and Connection Guidelines Securing Power Leads and Logic Leads Mounting Hole PatternLayout and Interface Guidelines Power P3 Logic and SPI Communications P1Motor P4 Intentionally Left Blank Choosing a Power Supply for Your MForce PowerDrive Interfacing DC Power IP804 Unregulated Linear Supply DC Power Supply RecommendationsISP300-7 Unregulated Switching Supply Recommended IMS Power Supplies Basic DC Power Connection Recommended Power and Cable ConfigurationsExample 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 Inductance Recommended IMS Motors Lead Stepping Motor Parallel Configuration Frame Enhanced 6.3A Frame Enhanced 2.4A Not Available with Double ShaftFrame Enhanced 3.0A Frame Enhanced 6.0A Lead Motors Phase Connector Pin Phase a Example a Motor Cabling Less Than 50 Feet MForce PowerDrive Phase OutputsRecommended Motor Cabling Motor Connections Recommended Motor Cable AWG Sizes Example B Motor Cabling Greater Than 50 Feet Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Manual Revision R040507 Logic Interface and Connection Isolated Logic Input Pins and ConnectionsIsolated Logic Input Characteristics Enable Input Up/Down Step ClockDirection Quadrature STEP/DIRECTION Timing Optocoupler Reference Optocoupler Reference Input Connection Examples NPN Open Collector Interface Sinking Switch Interface Example Switch Interface Sinking +V +12 to +48 Minimum Required Connections Connecting SPI Communications Logic Level Shifting and Conditioning Circuit SPI Pins and Connections 4 SPI Master with a Single Microstepping MForce PowerDrive SPI Master with Multiple Microstepping MForce PowerDrive Using the IMS SPI Motor Interface Installation Configuration Parameters and RangesColor Coded Parameter Values IMS SPI Motor Interface Menu Options FileView Upgrade RecallHelp Msel Microstep Resolution Selection Msel Microstep Resolution Select Exit Connected/Disconnected IndicatorFactory Set Input Clock Filter Screen 2 I/O Settings Configuration ScreenEnable Active High/Low Input Clock Type IMS Part Number/Serial Number Screen Fault Indication Upgrade Instructions IMS SPI Upgrader Screen Port Menu Initialization Screen Using User-Defined SPI SPI Timing NotesCheck Sum Calculation for SPI MSB SPI Commands and Parameters SPI Communications Sequence Write Appendices Intentionally Left Blank MD-CC300-000 USB to SPI Parameter Setup Cable Optional Prototype Development CablesAdapter Cables Installing the Cable/VCP Drivers Installation Procedure for the MD-CC300-000 Figure A.5 Hardware Update Wizard Screen Determining the Virtual COM Port VCP Wire Color Code PD12-1434-FL3 Power, I/O and SPI Prototype Development Cable PD04-MF34-FL3 Prototype Development Cable PD02-2300-FL3 Warranty Excellence in Motion