JVL International News and Press Releases

Multiaxis, High-speed Module For JVL MAC Motors

Harris, MN (October 16th, 2008) - Multi-axis, 460kbit, high-speed RS485 interface for MAC integrated AC-servo motor JVL Industri Elektronik A/S is a well-known Danish manufacturer of servo- and step motor controllers. A range of integrated AC servo motors makes JVL a world leader within motion control. The numerous features of these motors include a modular concept that makes it extremely easy to adapt the motors to a very wide range of applications. JVL now announces another new expansion module (MACOO-FS1) for these integrated MAC motors. It can be used in multi-axis, high-speed applications with up to 255 units on the same RS485 bus with repeaters. 4 inputs and 2 outputs, position, error status, etc., are scanned locally and can be read very quickly from a PC or PLC. For example, 16 motors can be scanned in just 12ms. New positional data can be sent to 255 motors in just 133 ms. This is a very important feature in...

JVL MAC Motors UL Recognized

Harris, MN (October 9th, 2008) - JVL MAC800 motors now UL recognized The very popular MAC800 integrated servo motor has now been UL recognized according to UL (Underwriters Laboratories Inc.®) standard UL508C (Power Conversion Equipment) and related sub-standards. The UL508C standard covers fundamental personal safety and precautions to avoid overheating and fire. To meet the requirements of UL508C, multiple temperature measurement points must be monitored with nominal load on the motor and temperatures must remain below certain limits. In addition, internal creepage and clearing distances must fulfil certain distance requirements. A long list of other criteria must also be fulfilled. Based on customer feedback and the fact that the world is getting smaller and smaller, JVL realized some years ago that international approvals such as UL are becoming more and more important. JVL is currently seeing a major ...

Now Wireless Module For JVL MAC Motors

Harris, MN (October 2nd, 2008) - New Bluetooth module for JVL MAC motors A range of integrated AC servo motors makes JVL a world leader in the field of motion control. The numerous features of these motors include a modular concept that makes it extremely easy to adapt the motors to a very wide range of applications. JVL now introduce the first wireless integrated servo motor. Module MAC00-FB4 facilitates wireless control of the MAC motors, giving total freedom from cables. The new module makes it possible to have a direct BlueTooth connection to the motor. Via the BlueTooth link, the motor can be set up and controlled with the same possibilities offered by a serial connection. Functionality is exactly as with the nano PLC module but instead of the serial connector, the FB4 module is equipped with an antenna. The module can be programmed via JVL’s MacTalk software. Control is typically done from a mobil...

Mac800 Motors In Ip65 Waterproof Models

Morrow, OH (October 2nd, 2008) - JVL informs that, like the smaller MAC50-141 (46 to 134W) motors, JVL’s large MAC800 motor (750W) is now available in a model that offers IP65 protection. This makes the MAC800 well-suited for applications in more demanding environments such as are common in the food processing industries. The IP65 protection of the motor has been achieved by replacing the ventilator built into the cooling fins with large fins. In addition, a water-tight seal of the axle bearing has been achieved using an IP67 Rulon® Teflon bush. This has very low friction and requires no lubrication. The flange and shaft are made of stainless steel. Note that the expansion module used must also fulfil IP65 requirements. The motor in the picture is furthermore equipped with a brake.

Compact Ministepdrivers From JVL

Harris, MN (October 1st, 2008) - New step motor driver from JVL Mini-step Driver gives smooth motor operation Mini-step Driver SMD41 from JVL has had great overall success. It fulfils the requirements for a small compact unit which is easily incorporated into control systems. It is available in 3 - 6 and 9 A models, all with a supply voltage of between 15 and 80 Volt. In addition, a range of Drivers with various step resolutions are available: models with full-step, half-step, 1/4 and 1/8 step, and models where resolution can be selected between 10, 25, 50 and 125 ministeps. Thus resolutions up to 25000 ministeps/revolution can be obtained. All models are supplied with the special feature of selectable step curve sequencing which provides optimum matching for different types of step motor. The use of ministeps instead of the more commonly used full or half step gives significantly smoother motor operation an...

The Integrated MAC Motor From JVL

Harris, MN (September 30th, 2008) - New Integrated AC Servo Motor A Danish company, JVL Industri Elektronik A/S, has developed a completely new concept in motor control: the “MAC Motor”. The MAC motor is an AC servo motor and controller combined in a single unit, offering previously unseen low pricing for the OEM market. Integrating electronics in a motor has been achieved previously, but never in such a compact unit with true AC servo performance. In the MAC motor, the servo motor, hall sensors, encoder and control circuitry have been especially designed by JVL to provide a self-contained, integrated unit in which the driver and controller are mounted behind the motor in a sealed housing. System intelligence is thereby decentralized by off-loading control functions to the device level. This makes the MAC motor well suited for distributed control architectures which are prevalent in factory automation proces...

New Wlan Module For Jvl Mac Motors

Morrow, OH (September 27th, 2008) - Wireless connection to Ethernet A very wide range of integrated AC servo motors makes JVL a leading supplier in the field of motion control. The numerous features of these motors include a unique modular concept that makes it extremely easy to adapt the motors to a large number of applications. Plug-in expansion modules are used to adapt a motor to the application. Customers can choose the type of connector, D-Sub, cable-terminals or water-tight M12 connectors, and can freely choose between Profibus, DeviceNet, CANopen or Nano PLC control. High-Speed and wireless modules provide even more possibilities. In this way, customers have flexibility and opportunities that are not provided by any other motors on the market and only pay for the features required. In addition, JVL can develop special, customised modules to meet customer requirements. JVL is now introducing the facility to co...

New High Speed Rs485, Multi-axis Module For Jvl Mac Motors

Morrow, OH (September 25th, 2008) - New high-speed RS485 multi-axis module for JVL MAC motors High-speed module, now with M12 connectors JVL can now offer yet another new expansion module for integrated MAC motors MAC50 to 141 and MAC800. The new module, MAC00-FS4, is similar to previously released module FS1, but is equipped with M12 connectors for use in demanding environments. The module can be used in multi-axis applications with up to 255 units on the same RS485 bus with repeaters. I/O, position, error status, etc., are scanned locally and can be read very quickly from a PC or PLC. For example, 16 motors can be scanned in only 12 ms. It is possible to send new position data to 255 motors in only 133 ms. This is very advantageous for machines where many axes must be adjusted quickly and simultaneously. All motor parameters can also be read/written, and a group command enables simultaneous writing to a number of ...

Quickstep Og Mac Motor Drawings Now Available In 2d And 3d For Cad

Morrow, OH (September 22nd, 2008) - In our continued efforts to support customer requirements, we have now made 2D and 3D drawings of the popular QuickStep stepper motors and the MAC integrated servo motors available for download from our website, www.jvl.dk. The drawings now cover our entire MAC motor program with power ratings from 50W to 141W as well as the MAC800 motor with and without brake. For the QuickStep motors the drawings show the possibilities for configuring the motors and the communication interface possibilities. These drawings will greatly simplify and speed up the construction process for our customers. The drawings are available in the following formats: 2D-DWG, DXF, PDF, 3D-DWG, IGES and STEP, to suit most customers’ needs. All drawings are dimensionally correct and to scale.

CAN Module For JVL MAC Motors

Harris, MN (September 20th, 2008) - CANopen module for Integrated AC Servo Motors JVL Industri Elektronik A/S, a Danish company, announces a new expansion, CANopen, module for their MAC, Integrated AC Servo motor The CAN module offers: • Control and setup • Logic I/O for high speed start/stop • CANbus/CANopen DS 301 • CANopen DSP 402 and DeviceNet under development The module can be delivered with integrated cable with watertight connections for use in harsh environments or be delivered with M12 connectors The modular built-up of the JVL Integrated MAC motors makes them extremely versatile for very many applications. The MAC motor is an AC servo motor and controller combined in a single unit, offering previously unseen low pricing for the OEM market. Integrating electronics in a motor has been achieved previously, but never in such a compact unit with true AC servo per...

New Integrated Stepper Motors From JVL

Harris, MN (September 5th, 2008) - QuickStep Motors Now available: integrated step motors from JVL Since the introduction of the integrated AC servo motor — the MAC motor — several years ago, there has been a great deal of interest in these motors. This is because the benefits of integrating the driver and controller in the motor unit are so numerous. QuickStep is a new series of integrated step motors from JVL. They are available in a wide range, offering various functionality and combinations. The basic unit is a high-torque step motor with flange dimensions of 57x57 mm (NEMA23). The housing is constructed to provide IP55 or better protection. One or more PCBs and various connectors can be mounted in the housing to provide the various models. Among the many features can be mentioned: • Pulse/direction driver. • Serial RS485 position controller with graphical programming. • Point-to-point or multi...

New Stepper Motor Controller From Jvl

Morrow, OH (September 1st, 2008) - JVL can now present a step motor controller with RS485 and CANbus serial interface. 8 IOs can be configured as inputs, outputs, or analogue input that can be controlled via a nanoPLC and MacTalk graphic programming. It is possible to perform conditional jump, insert delays, calculate with +. -, * and /, and change and save registers etc. The very compact 57x57mm PCB contains everything required to solve a modern control task either as a stand-alone controller or controlled from a PLC or PC via serial commands or IO. MODBUS RTU and CANopen give the possibility for easy and fast connection to a PLC. For PC or IPC an ActiveX/OCX driver is available for simple interfacing to LABview, Excel, VB or other Windows programs. The SMC75 uses the same protocol as the MAC motors and can therefore be connected to the same RS485 bus system. • NanoPLC programming with 8 IO at 24V • RS485 up to ...

New DeviceNet Module For JVL MAC Motors

Harris, MN (August 24th, 2008) - Devicenet Expansion Module for JVL´s integrated MAC motors JVL has developed a new module for the MAC50-141 and MAC800 series of integrated servo motors that enables the MAC motors to be used on Devicenet. The AC-servo motor, encoder, amplifier, positional controller and Devicenet are all built into the motor. The only connections required are a supply voltage and the Devicenet cables. The device type is a ”Position controller”, which is a standard method for controlling position when motion control is used on Devicenet. A double-supply facility is available so that position and parameters are maintained intact for example during an emergency stop. Via Devicenet it is possible to access all of the MAC motor’s registers. The Devicenet Module offers the following features: • Position, torque, and velocity control • 6 inputs and 2 outputs. 24V with opto-coupler • I/...

Updated Jvl Nano-plc Module For Jvl Mac Motors

Morrow, OH (August 20th, 2008) - JVL’s nano-PLC module, which is compatible with all JVL MAC motors, has now been updated to provide extended functionality. The new features include a “Calculator” with +, -, *, and / operators via which all motor registers and variables can be included in calculations. Another new item is an even more advanced feature: branching - a conditional jump via which the program jumps to a specific code-line depending on the result of a comparison of 2 registers. The user-interface is still the familiar point-and-click method of programming, and therefore incredible easy to use. In all, a total of 16 different command types are now available as well as Remarks and Binary Commands With it's 8 digital inputs, 4 digital outputs and 1 analog input the Nano-PLC-module is particularly well suited for stand-alone solutions and as intelligent slave in larger systems. As a slave the modul...

750W Integrated Servo Motor From JVL

Harris, MN (August 18th, 2008) - Integrated MAC Motor with Power Rating up to 750W JVL presents an AC Servo Motor with built-in driver/controller that has the same capacity as traditional servo motors. JVL, which is the European leader in the development of new servo- and step motor technology, has again developed a new, unique product in the field of integrated motor control. JVL’s new additions to the fold comprise two complete, recently developed, high-capacity MAC Servo Motor with rating of 750W. This new product was first revealed at the Danish Herning Tech trade fair this year. The MAC motor consists of a complete servo system, including a high-dynamic AC servo motor, hall-sensor, encoder, power supply, driver and positioning controller, as well as facilities for incorporating various modules such as Profibus, CAN, Nano PLC, etc. A new type of motor The MAC motor sets completely new standards for...