Omron NJ PLC: One Machine Control Platform

Jan. 24, 2012 - PRLog -- The new Omron software solution the Sysmac Studio includes configuration, programming, simulation and monitoring plus a fast machine network – EtherCAT to control all functions of the machine controller from one system.

The Sysmac, Omron NJ automation controller is a very powerful and robust one automation platform for total machine control.

Sysmac Studio

Designed to work in unison with the NJ machine controller, the Symac Studio can configure, programme, simulate and monitor all functions of the machine controller with ease and precision.

To increase functionality and seamless control, the NJ-Series controllers has one universal connection which allows for control and communication with both the machine and the factory. The NJ-Series controllers are part of the standard factory automation network, EtherNet/IP, with one of the best Ethernet-based machine control networks, EtherCAT.

EtherNet/IP: one factory automation network

- Peer to Peer controller communication
- Interface to Sysmac Studio
- Interface with NS HMI series and SCADA software

EtherCAT:
- Control up to 192 slaves
- Embedded Omron servo drive, inverter, vision sensor and I/O
- Uses Standard STP Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors
-  Noise immunity to stringent Omron standards

EtherCAT optimal machine network
EtherCAT is one of the fastest emerging networks for machine automation for a wide range of field and motion devices.

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Key features of the EtherCAT machine network

Achieves high synchronization accuracy using a distributed clock mechanism
Fastest network on the mark with 100 μs refresh time and less than 1 μs jitter
Simple to set up with automatic address assignment for nodes
Uses standard Ethernet cables and connectors

NJ-Series Machine Automation Controller – Robust Machine Automation

The NJ-Series Machine Automation Controller is at the centre of the new Omron Sysmac operating platform. One integrated machine controller which offers speed, flexibility and scalability without compromising on the traditional reliability and robustness that you can expect from Omron PLC’s. The NJ-Series is designed to meet extreme machine control requirements in terms of motion control, speed and accuracy, communication, security and robustness.

The NJ-Series Controller Features:
64 Servo Axes Motion Controller
EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT ports embedded
Up to 192 EtherCAT Slaves (64 axes)
Standard IEC 61131-3 programming
Certified PLCopen Function Blocks for Motion Control
Linear and circular interpolation
Linear and infinite axes management
Electronic Gear and CAM synchronisation
Global standards CE, cULus, NK, LR

Hardware design
- Architecture Based on new Intel® AtomTM Processor
- The most compact controller in its class (According to July 2011)
- Built-in USB port and SD card slot
- Fan-less cooling

Motion control
- Up to 64 axis control
- Single axis moves and axes interpolation
- Electronic cams and gearboxes

System robustness
- One event log for controller, field devices and networks
- Standard PLC system check: Watch-Dog Timer, memory check, network topology check, etc.

Machine control
- Seamless integration of Logic and Motion
- Synchronous control of all machine network devices
- Works with most CJ PLC series modules

Standard Factory network
- Programming
- Other Machine controllers
- HMI/SCADA
- IT systems

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