Factory Automation And Controls
EC01 - EtherCAT Motion Controller
Overview
EC01 is the latest in line of our HiCON series of motion controllers. It is an EtherCat Master Controller that works with the latest Mach4 software as well as custom Windows .Net apps. For Mach4 CNC software, our HiCON Mach4 plugin provides feature rich functionality to enable the best experience with Mach4 and Ethercat technologies.
- Cost effective High Performance EtherCAT Master Device
- Interfaces with Mach4 through HiCON plugin over separate Ethernet Port
- Free PC Software 'EC-Link' for easy configuration of Ethercat Slave Devices
- Compact form-factor with built in Digital and Analog I/O
- No Special computer or motherboard required to run the Ethercat master
- Use any Mach4 version of your choice - Hobby, Industrial or Expert
- Built on proven and reliable HiCON Motion Controller Platform (Used 24/7 in many Industrial machine shops arround the world)
- .Net Windows libraries for custom apps (coming soon)
List EtherCAT Drives and Modules in use by our customers:
- Mitsubishi MR-JET, MR-J5, MR-J4
- Mitsubishi MELSERVO-J5 - 3 Axis Drives
- Omron 1S series
- Yaskawa Sigma7 SGD7S
- Yaskawa Sigma5 SGDV
- Beckhoff I/O Modules EK1100, EL1004, EL2024...
- Maxon EPOS4
- Festo CMMT-AS, CMMT-ST (CMMT Only)
- Advantech AMAX I/O Block
- Rtelligent Ethercat Drives
- JMC Ethercat Drives
- Maxine EP3E-EC
- Beijing CTB Technology 3-Axis Drives
- Delta ASDA-A2
- HiWIN EtherCAT
- LeadShine EM3E-A882 (Automation Tech)
Note: Any EtherCAT Drive that supports CSP (Cyclic Synchronous Position) and any EtherCAT I/O Module with 1ms Cycle time should be compatible with EC01
Scroll to the bottom of this page to see purchasing options.
Features
- 8 Digital Inputs NPN Optical Isolated
- 4 Digital Outputs NPN 1Amp ea Optical Isolated
- 2 Relay N.O. Dry Contacts
- Optional Expansion Plugs for 7535P and 7535N
- PC Connection over Ethernet. No Special Motherboard Required.
- Optional Analog Output 0-10V for spindle (Requires Activation at purchase-time)
- Optional Encoder Input for Spindle Lathe Threading
EC-Link
EC-Link is our custom designed EtherCAT configuration software. Easily setup and configure EtherCAT networks and devices using a streamlined, reliable, and user-friendly interface.
User Interface
EC-Link offers a feature-rich clean user interface to set up and configure your EtherCAT network.
ESI Files
Import ESI files to make setting up slave devices such as EtherCAT servos a simple task.
Slave Devices
Easily search and add EtherCAT Slave Devices found over the network. Select specific vendors to view slave devices from those vendors.
PDO Editor
Edit both Rx and Tx PDOs to configure communications over your EtherCAT network. Import objects from ESI files or custom design your own for full control.
SDO-Tool
Our SDO Tool allows the user to edit the Service Data Objects SDOs on the ethercat devices independentaly of Mach4. You can quickly read and test different SDO configuration values on your EtherCAT device, eg, Motor Drivers, I/O terminals, etc.
Mach4
Mach4 is the latest PC-based software solutions for CNC applications. When paired with the EC01, creates a state of the art CNC solution for machine-shop and industrial application.
The EC01 EtherCAT controller supports Mach4 Software via the reliable and proven Mach4 HiCON plugin. For the official production version of Mach4 plugin and related programs, please refer to the "EC01 Support Files" section below.
Mach Software and EC01 setup:
- Copy the HiCON plugin for Mach4 to the plugins folder in the Mach installation directory ("C:\Mach4\plugins").
- Perform all necessary configurations via the user friendly config screens.
- For more information, consult the Mach4 Integration manual available for download below.
Mach4 HiCON System Config
Mach4 HiCON Axis Config
Mach4 HiCON Status
Mach4 EtherCAT Status
EC01 Manuals
Media
HiCON Basic Setup Video
EtherCAT Mach4 EC01 Setup Guide
Optional Components for EC01 System
Advanced and production applications can also benefit from these add-ons:
AnaEnc-Expansion: Used for controlling spindle speed and read rpm/position feedback. This feature enables 0-10V analog output and one Encoder channel on the EC01 controller. It is required to be purchased along with the controller if needed.
7535 Board: The I/O Termination board (7535P or 7535N) provides additional optically isolated digital I/O on J1 socket. Each board has 16 input terminals and 8 output terminals. All I/O terminals are clearly marked for quick and easy installation.
ECAT-EXTIO[1]: Enables 24 additional I/O points on J1 socket. This feature is included with the purchase of 7535 I/O Board. It can also be purchased individually without the 7535 hardware. Please note that working directly with this port without optical isolation can damage the 3.3V pins.
Motor Activations[1]: This software feature specifies how many motors the EC01 is able to control at one time. The base EC01 comes with 4 activated motors. This can be upgraded to 6, 8, or 12 at any time.
Custom DRO Support[1]: This software feature allows the user to map PDOs to Mach4 Registers. For example Torque can be mapped and viewed in Mach4 as a DRO.
MACRO-PROGRAMMING[1]: This software feature allows the user to write custom programs (In C language)which can be downloaded to the controller for fast execution. Advantages of MACRO-PROGRAMMING Include:
- Real-time program execution
- Ultra-fast I/O manipulation
- Extends Mach4 Scripting Functionality
- Standalone Operation (No PC Control)
ECAT-CLOOP Activation[1]: This software feature allows Closed-Loop operation on the EC01 outside the usual Motor-Drive feedback loop. For example, when using a separate encoder or glass scale that the axis must track. The ECS1-AB can be connected to the EtherCAT chain to access additional encoder channels.
ArcPro Plasma features: M4ARCPRO software feature allows the use of ArcPro Plasma screen. 77ISO is required to read the plasma analog voltage. For packages and more information visit ARCPRO page.
[1] - These items may be purchased any time before or after shipping as they are software features
We are looking for your awesome videos showcasing your machine and our EC01 controller. Send us videos and get 10% to 20% discount (depends on quality) on your next purchase of any of our motion controller. If you dont plan to purchase, we will refund you as a gift for making the video.
Here are some pointers for creating a good demo video:- This is a good example video a previous customer made for us.
- The video demonstrates a part being created.
- The video specifically shows our controller wired up and operating in a clean well organized panel.
- Lots of camera angles and good editing (high quality editing is not 100% necessary, but the video should at least look somewhat professional)
- Ultimately the amount for the discount (upto 20%) will depend on the quality of the video. A high quality video can receive a high discount, while it may be hard to justify a discount if the video will be difficult to use for marketing.
Price List
| Part # | Description | Price | Add to Order |
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| EC01-4 | EtherCAT Motion Controller (Max 4 Motors) | $595 | Add to order |
| EC01-6 | EtherCAT Motion Controller (Max 6 Motors) | $695 | Add to order |
| EC01-8 | EtherCAT Motion Controller (Max 8 Motors) | $795 | Add to order |
| EC01-12 | EtherCAT Motion Controller (Max 12 Motors) | $995 | Add to order |
| AnaEnc-Expansion | Analog output 0-10V and Encoder (A,B,Z) Expansion for EC01 (Must be purchased along with the board) | $95 | Add to order |
| EC-CLOOP | EtherCAT Closed Loop Activation | $495 | Add to order |
| EC-EXTIO | EC01 Extended I/O Feature (Enable I/O on J1) Purchase of 7535 I/O board includes this feature! | $200 | Add to order |
| ETHERCAT_DRO | Custom EtherCAT DRO Feature Activation | $275 | Add to order |
| M4ARCPRO | Mach4 ArcPro Screen with THC Activation | $350 | Add to order |
| 77ISO | Plasma Tip Voltage Adapter Board | $260 | Add to order |
EtherCAT I/O Module |
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| ECS1-AB | EtherCAT Multifunction I/O unit with dual encoder channels | $425 | Add to order |
Components |
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| Mach4-Hobby | Mach4-Hobby Software License | $200 | Add to order |
| MACH4-INDUSTRIAL | Mach4-Industrial Software License | $1295 | Add to order |
| 7535P | 16in/8Out OptoIsolated PNP Sourcing Type I/O Board | $275 | Add to order |
| 7535N | 16in/8Out OptoIsolated NPN Sink Type I/O Board | $275 | Add to order |
| PW50V24 | Power Supply 24V 2.2A 50W | $40 | Add to order |
EtherCAT Motors and Drivers |
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| YSK-EC-750 | 220V 750W YASKAWA SIGMA7 ETHERCAT DRIVE, 80mm 2.39Nm 3000rpm 750W Motor | $1450 | Add to order |
| GL3A0-80GSL01330_SET | 220V 400W ETHERCAT DRIVE, ABSOLUTE ENCODER, 80mm 1.27Nm 3000rpm 400W Motor | $660 | Add to order |
| GL3A0-60GSL01330_SET | 220V 400W ETHERCAT DRIVE, ABSOLUTE ENCODER, 60mm 1.27Nm 3000rpm 400W Motor | $660 | Add to order |
| GL7A5-80GSL02430_SET | 220V ETHERCAT DRIVE, ABSOLUTE ENCODER, 80mm 2.39Nm 3000rpm 750W Motor | $795 | Add to order |
| GL7A5-80GSL03230_SET | 220V ETHERCAT DRIVE, ABSOLUTE ENCODER, 80mm 3.18Nm 3000rpm 1000W Motor | $850 | Add to order |
| GL7A5-110GAL06020_SET | 220V 1KW ETHERCAT DRIVE, ABSOLUTE ENCODER, 110mm 6Nm 2000rpm 1260W Motor | $875 | Add to order |
| GL7A5-110GSL04030_SET | 220V 1KW ETHERCAT DRIVE, ABSOLUTE ENCODER, 110mm 4Nm 3000rpm 1260W Motor | $930 | Add to order |
| GL120-110GSL06025_SET | 220V 1.5KW ETHERCAT DRIVE, ABSOLUTE ENCODER, 110mm 6Nm 2500rpm 1570W Motor | $1030 | Add to order |