Automation system

GE Fanuc Automation has launched the PACSystems DSM324i motion controller which can improve machine uptime, increase application flexibility, decrease wiring costs and labour, and boost engineering productivity. To help OEMs optimise their motion control system for end user applications, the DSM324i combines powerful motion features with a robust fibre optic command interface to a broad range of servos.

The tight integration of the DSM324i with the PACSystems RX3i Programmable Automation Controller (PAC) or series 90-30 programmable logic controller (PLC) offers engineering productivity and greater machine application flexibility, supporting a broad range of scalable I/O and communication options. Controlling up to four servo axes allows the DSM324i the capability of solving complex single- and multi-axis motion control applications. Additionally, the broad servo power and size range supported with the choice of incremental or absolute positioning feedback further extends application flexibility of the integrated system.

The DSM324i features extensive built-in diagnostics, boosting maintenance utility. Absolute feedback on the servos eliminates the need for the machine to find a home position each time it recovers from a power loss. The robustness of the fibre optic network provides high noise immunity, improving performance and system reliability to help minimise downtime.

Some examples of applications that can benefit from CAM profiling are rotary cutoff, flying shear, profiled container filling, and material handling.