MP2600iec

Is it possible to transfer more than the 256 byte maximum Ethernet/IP adaptor assembly instance between an MP2000iec controller and an AB PLC without resorting to multi-plexing data within a single instance?

Posted Date: 03/18/2013

Answer:

Yes. In addition to the polled connection in a ControlLogix platform, you could use the AB MSG instruction to make up to six simultaneous connections to the available adaptor instances in an MPiec Series Controller.

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2000iec Series, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Network Communications, Programming

Document Number:

MTN-834KPE

Published Date:

03/18/2013

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Is it possible to export Modbus tag variables from MotionWorks IEC and import them into Red Lion's Crimson software?

Posted Date: 10/22/2019

Answer:

Yes. Exporting Modbus variables for a Red Lion HMI can be done directly from MotionWorks. First, the HMI Tag Import/Export tool needs to be enabled in the Modbus section of the Hardware Configurator. Once enabled the tool allows the user to choose “Red Lion” as the Manufacturer and also select a location on their PC to store the exported tag file. Last, to export the tag variables, use the “Export MWiec variables to HMI tags” button in MotionWorks to create a tag file which can be imported into Red Lion’s Crimson software.

Attachments:

3.7MB

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2000iec Series, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Integration

Document Number:

MTN-9GS3KA

Published Date:

10/22/2019

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Is it possible to change the order of user libraries in a MotionWorks IEC project?

Posted Date: 03/07/2014

Answer:

Yes. Please see the attached document.

Attachments:

157KB

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Application Example, Document Clarification, Programming, Troubleshooting

Document Number:

MTN-9GRP64

Published Date:

03/07/2014

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Is it possible to access the Sigma-5 servo amplifier's I/O from an MPiec Series Controller?

Posted Date: 12/05/2008

Answer:

Yes - it is possible to reduce cost and conform to modular machine design trends by using the I/O available on the Sigma-5 servo amplifier. To do this, it will be necessary to change all bits in the ServoPack parameters Pn50E, Pn50F and Pn510 to 0.

For additional information, please refer to the attached pdf.

Attachments:

73KB

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Troubleshooting

Document Number:

MTN-7LJK6H

Published Date:

12/05/2008

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In MotionWorks IEC, what causes the Misaligned Datatype error and how can it be resolved?

Posted Date: 03/18/2013

Answer:

The Misaligned Datatype error occurs when a variable is assigned to a hardware location such as %I or %Q, and the specified address is not in alignment with the starting address of the I/O driver.

To see an example and for further information, please see the attached .PDF file.

Attachments:

42KB

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2000iec Series, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Instructions, Programming, Software, Troubleshooting

Document Number:

MTN-7N9NMZ

Published Date:

03/18/2013

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How to Import POU's in MotionWorks IEC?

Posted Date: 04/29/2019

Answer:

Please see the attached document for steps on importing POU's within MotionWorks IEC.

Attachments:

184KB

Product Group/Line:

MP2000iec Series, Controllers, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, MP3300iec, MP3300iec-RBT, MotionWorks IEC

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question

Document Number:

CNT-NMB840

Published Date:

04/29/2019

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How to convert a MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Project into Version 3?

Posted Date: 12/14/2020

Answer:

Please see attached application note for detailed steps on converting a MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Project into Version 3.

Attachments:

302KB

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2000iec Series, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, MP3300iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Applications

Document Number:

CNT-T28IHH

Published Date:

12/14/2020

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How to convert a MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Library to MotionWorks IEC Version 3?

Posted Date: 12/08/2015

Answer:

Please see attached application note for converting MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Libraries to Version 3.

Attachments:

305KB

Product Group/Line:

MP2000iec Series, Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, MP3300iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Application Example, Applications

Document Number:

CNT-67A785

Published Date:

12/08/2015

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How many cam table points are available in the MPiec Series Controllers?

Posted Date: 08/15/2013

Answer:

The number of cam table points available depends on several factors, including memory allocation set through the IEC environment, the number of active cam tables at any given time, and how cams are being used by the application.

The first factor is the memory allocation in the controller which only applies to the MP23xxiec. This determines how much memory is available for cam tables and how much is available for program execution. In the default memory configuration, the MP23xxiec controller has 7.5MB dedicated to active cam tables and 3.5 MB for the running memory of the IEC program. Large IEC programs, however, may require more running memory than the default, so there is an option in MotionWorks IEC to change from the default memory settings to 6.5 MB for the running memory and only 4.5MB of memory for active cam tables. This memory allocation function is not available with the MP2600iec controller because it is unlikely that a single-axis program will run into memory limits. It is also unnecessary with the MP3200iec controller because due to a much greater available memory (20MB for running cam tables and 52MB for IEC program memory).

Each point in a cam table (master/follower pair) consumes 16 bytes of memory. A typical cam table may have a 360 degree master cycle and a desired resolution of 0.1 degrees (a master/follower pair ever 0.1 degrees or 3600 pairs total). This would require only 57600 bytes (0.055 MB) of memory. Even at the minimum memory settings, over 300 cam tables of this size could be active. A higher resolution would obviously require more memory.

If application requirements require more cam table points than the available memory allows, there are a few options for reducing the cam table memory requirements:

-- Reduce the master axis resolution for the cam table (or part of it):
If the actual master position falls between two points on the cam table, the controller will automatically do a linear interpolation based on the previous and next master positions. Therefore, straight-line segments of the cam table, i.e. segments where the master and slave have a linear relationship, can be defined with only a start point and an end point.

-- Use the CamGenerator function block for on-the-fly cam table generation:
Often, flexible cam tables are required to allow for several different products or processes. However, a hundred different products doesn't have to mean 100 different cam tables are required. In most applications, only a few key parameters change from product to product. In these cases Yaskawa recommends calculating cam tables on-the-fly with the CamGenerator function block (found in the Cam Toolbox).

-- Use the Y_ReleaseCamTable function block to free up memory from cam tables no longer needed:
Cam tables will continue to take up memory even if they are no longer being used. To reclaim this memory, use the Y_ReleaseCamTable function block (found in the PLCopen_Plus firmware library).

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Hardware

Document Number:

MTN-9ABQX7

Published Date:

08/15/2013

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How is torque feed forward implemented using an MPiec series controller?

Posted Date: 02/08/2016

Answer:

See attached docuement. (Note: Motionworks version 3.0 (or higher) and an MPiec series controller running firmware 3.0 (or higher) is required) 

Attachments:

42KB

Product Group/Line:

Controllers, MP2300Siec, MP3200iec, MP2600iec, MP3300iec, MotionWorks IEC

Topic/Sub Topic:

Ask a Technical Question, Application Example

Document Number:

CNT-SRV-M30MS7

Published Date:

02/08/2016

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