The MC508 is a high specification Motion Coordinator using a high performance ARM Cortex A9 800 Mhz Processor, with eight Voltage outputs and eight flexible axis ports, that can be configured for up to sixteen pulse and direction output axes or eight closed loop servo axes. It boasts 128 MBytes of RAM; 32 of which is for user programs and user table space.

Highlights

- Advanced 8 Axis Closed Loop Servo / 16 Axis Pulse Direction
- Total of 32 Digital Inputs and 16 Digital Outputs
- EnDAT, Biss and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM shapes, Linked Motion
- Hardware Linked Outputs for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- IEC 61131-3 Programming
- Multi-tasking BASIC Programming
- Text File Handling
- Robotic Transformations
- SD Memory Card Slot
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- Backlit LCD Display
- RoHS and CE Approved

The MC405 is a high specification Motion Coordinator using a high performance ARM11 processor, with five flexible axis ports and four Voltage outputs.

MC405s loaded with firmware 2.0311 and later will show a performance improvement of at least 50%, will run programs faster, and have better performance with communications to HMIs and PCs compared to earlier versions. This upgrade will allow the very popular MC405 to enjoy a life extension alongside newer products such as the MC404-Z.

Highlights

- Advanced 4 Axis Closed Loop Servo / 5 Axis Pulse Direction
- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM shapes, Linked Motion
- Biss, EnDAT and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Hardware Linked Outputs for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- 125 – 2000 µsec Selectable Servo Update
- Precise 64 bit Motion Calculations on ARM11 Processor with VFP
- IEC 61131-3 Programming
- Multi-tasking BASIC Programming
- Text File Handling
- Robotic Transformations
- Micro SD Memory Card Slot
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- Backlit LCD Display
- RoHS, UL Listed, CE approved

The MC404-Z is a low cost panel mount Motion Coordinator, targeting high volume stepper applications. With just one version that has all features as standard, there is no requirement for axis configuration with Feature Codes before use.

It is based on Trio’s high-performance ARM Cortex-M7 double-precision technology and provides 4 axes of pulse+direction or quadrature output control for stepper drives or pulse-input servo drives. Trio uses advanced FPGA techniques to reduce the size and fit the pulse output and servo circuitry in a compact panel mounted package. The MC404-Z is housed in a rugged plastic case with integrated earth chassis and incorporates all the isolation circuitry necessary for direct connection to external equipment in an industrial environment.

Highlights

- Advanced 4 Axis Pulse + Direction control
- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM Shapes, Linked Motion
- Biss, EnDAT and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Hardware Linked Outputs for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- 125 – 4000µsec Selectable Servo Update
- Precise 64 bit Motion Calculations on ARM Cortex-M7 Processor
- Motion-iX core Technologies for Programming Including: IEC 61131-3 Programming, Robotic Transforms, Text File Handling
- Micro SD Memory Card Slot
- NPN Digital Outputs
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- RoHS, CE Approved

The MC403-X is a panel mount Motion Coordinator using a high performance Cortex M7 processor. With three flexible axis ports and I/O for machine control, it is designed as a direct replacement for the successful MC403.

Highlights

- Advanced 2 Axis Closed Loop Servo / 3 Axis Pulse Direction
- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM shapes, Linked Motion
- BiSS, EnDAT, Tamagawa and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Hardware Linked Outputs for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- Real Time Clock
- 125 – 2000µsec Selectable Servo Update
- Precise 64 bit Motion Calculations on Cortex M7 Processor with VFP
- IEC 61131-3 Programming
- Multi-tasking BASIC Programming
- Text File Handling
- Robotic Transformations
- Micro SD Memory Card Slot
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- RoHS, UL Listed, CE approved

The Euro404 and Euro408 Motion Coordinators are designed to provide a powerful yet cost effective control solution for OEM machine builders that are prepared to mount the unit and provide the power supplies required.

Highlights

- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM shapes, Linked Motion
- Biss, EnDAT and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Hardware Linked Outputs for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- 125 – 2000 µsec Selectable Servo Update
- Precise 64 bit Motion Calculations on ARM11 Processor with VFP
- IEC 61131 Programming
- Multi-tasking BASIC Programming
- Text File Handling
- Robotic Transformations
- SD Memory Card Slot
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- 3U rack mount format
- RoHS approved

The MC664-X... Quad core A9 processor, Dedicated communications core, up to 128 axes and built-in EtherCAT port all adds up to the most versitile Motion Coordinator yet!

Highlights

- Up to 128 Axes - 64 Stepper / Servo Axes and 64 Virtual Axes
- Precise 64 Bit Motion Calculations with Quad Core Cortex A9 1GHz Processor (P862)
- 4 GBit DDR3 Memory
- Dedicated Communications Core
- Built-in EtherCAT Port
- EtherCAT, Sercos, SLM and RTEX Digital Drive Interfaces
- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM shapes, Linked Motion
- EnDAT, BISS and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Hardware Linked Outputs for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- Anybus-CC Module for Flexible Factory Comms Including ProfiNet/Profibus
- IEC 61131-3 Programming
- Multi-tasking BASIC Programming
- Text File Handling
- Robotic Transformations
- SD Memory Card Slot
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- Backlit LCD Display
- RoHS and CE Approved

The MC6N is a high performance Motion Coordinator which is dedicated to running remote servo and stepper drives via the EtherCAT real time automation bus. It is based on the 1GHz i.MX7 Dual ARM Cortex A7 Core Processor which makes it ideal for high axis count machines or robotic applications.

Highlights

- EtherCAT Cycle Times Down to 125 µsec
- 1GHz i.MX7 Dual ARM Cortex A7 Core Process
- 1 GBit DDR3 Memory
- 128Mbyte Fast Serial NOR Flash
- Real Time Clock
- Up to 64 EtherCAT Digital Drive Axes
- Supports Position, Speed and Torque Drive Modes
- Up to 1024 EtherCAT I/O
- EtherCAT CoE protocol to CiA402
- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM shapes, Linked Motion
- Isolated Encoder Port
- Biss, EnDAT and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Hardware Linked Output for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Trio ActiveX / Uniplay HMI / UDP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- IEC 61131-3 Programming
- Multi-tasking BASIC Programming
- Text File Handling
- Robotic Transformations
- 4 high speed registration inputs
- Isolated RS232 and RS485 ports
- SD Memory Card Slot
- EtherCAT I/O Expansion
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- Backlit LCD Display
- RoHS and CE Approved

The Flex-6X Nano EtherCAT solution offers up to 64 Axes of motion and is expandable through the matching Flexslice range of Input, Output and Axis modules.

* Except for the rebrand, all aspects of the Flex-6X Nano are the same as the preceding Flex-X Nano, including product dimensions, electrical ratings, connections, performance criteria, and part numbers. There are no changes for existing Trio customers, with no change to ordering details.

Highlights

- 1.2 GHz, 64 Bit Dual Core ARM Cortex A55 Processor
- 2 - 64 Axes
- 1 GBit DDR3 Memory
- Memory can be Expanded with a Micro SD Card
- 1 GBit Fast Serial Flash Memory to Store Data Such as Programs, VRs and Tables
- Built in Retention RTC
- Built in EBUS Coupler for Direct Access to Trio’s Flexslice Slaves
- Cycle Time as Low as 125us!
- Field Programmable with Motion Perfect
- High Performance, Flexible Topology and Simple Configuration
- Bus Cycle Time Synchronised with Motion Coordinator Servo Period
- Ethercat Protocol to Individual Modules Using the EBUS System
- I/O Functions Tightly Synchronised to Motion Using Ethercat Distributed Clocks
- Practical Push-In Connector Options – No Break Out Required
- Clip-Together Design With ‘Quick Release’ Locks For Mechanical Integrity

Benefiting from a re-architected communications interface and a quad core processor the Flex-7 offers a step change in performance in Trio’s Flexible Machine Controller range. With separate cores dedicated to motion and communications combined with the Gigabit Ethernet hardware the Flex-7 can handle complex motion and high-speed communication interfaces for high axis count machines.

Highlights

- Up-to 128 EtherCAT axes
- Update rates down to 125µs
- Advanced Motion-iX core with new architecture for communications
- Gigabit Ethernet ports
- Modbus, Ethernet IP, support for upstream connection
- Fully integrated into Motion Perfect
- Programming TrioBASIC and IEC 61131-3 with PLCopen
- EBUS interface, compatible with existing Flexslice hardware
- Memory expansion via SD card or USB 2.0 drives
- CAN port
- Real time clock
- 1.2GHz Quad Core 64-bit ARM Cortex A53
- 2GB DDR4 Memory, 16GB eMMC storage
- Dot matrix display (96 x 64)
- RoHS and CE approved

PC-MCAT-2 is an innovative ‘Motion + PC Solution’. A choice of Intel processors (from Celeron through to core i3 - core i7) is used to drive both a high performance motion controller and a compact PC that can run user applications under Windows. A rugged, finned metal case houses the controller and provides adequate cooling.

PC-MCAT-2 is especially suitable where a machine needs the software and hardware features of a PC, paired with a powerful 64 axis Motion Coordinator.

Highlights

- Motion + PC solution for Automation Machinery
- Fanless Compact PC with a choice of processors
- Up to 64 EtherCAT axes
- Plug and play EtherCAT configuration
- Built on Trio’s Motion-iX advanced motion core
- Programmable in Trio’s multi-tasking language or IEC61131-3
- Shared memory API interface to allow PC side applications to interface with Motion-iX
- RTX64 Real Time Extensions to Windows
- Up to 16 Gbyte DDR4 + 256 Gbyte SSD
- Built in Gbit ports for vision cameras

The MC4N-RTEX extends the MC4N range of Motion Coordinators for networked drives which started with the MC4N-ECAT. It is dedicated to running remote servo drives via Panasonic's RTEX Real Time EXpress automation bus. It is based on an up-rated version of the 532MHz ARM processor with VFP3 and is available with configurations from 2 to 32 axes making it ideal for high axis count machines or robotic applications.

Highlights

- Up to 32 RTEX Digital Drive Axes
- Supports Position, Speed and Torque Drive Modes
- Up to 1024 I/O
- Linear, Circular, Helical and Spherical Interpolation
- Flexible CAM shapes, Linked Motion
- Isolated Encoder Port
- Biss, EnDAT and SSI Absolute Encoder Supported
- Hardware Linked Output for Camera / Laser Control
- Ethernet-IP / Modbus TCP / Trio ActiveX / Uniplay HMI / UDP / Ethernet Interface Built-In
- Precise 64Bit Motion Calculations with 532MHz ARM 11 Processor
- IEC 61131-3 Programming
- Multi-tasking BASIC Programming
- Text File Handling
- Robotic Transformations
- 4 high speed registration inputs
- Isolated RS232 and RS485 ports
- SD Memory Card Slot
- CANopen I/O Expansion
- Backlit LCD Display
- RoHS and CE Approved