A CNC Solution For Cells, Lines And Machines - C64 CNC, advanced hardware technology - Brief Article
The company has developed the C64 CNC, which is designed for control of manufacturing cells, transfer machining lines and rotary index machines. Along with the ease of integration to line applications, the C64 incorporates all the features and specifications expected from a high-end CNC. Incorporating a high level of PLC technology, the C64 CNC allows for reduction in man-hours for design work with built-in PLC functions. Also, the line dedicated graphic user interface function shortens the debugging time. Moreover, the improved diagnosis function is said to minimize equipment downtime.
The advanced hardware technology has up to 14 axes of control, and using the multiple system function, one C64 CNC is capable of controlling up to seven program paths simultaneously, thus reducing overall machining line cost. Multiple C64 CNCs can be connected to the same control network to control unlimited module machines in a control line. Operating ease and work efficiency are both enhanced through the use of the "selective machining" and "process machining" functions, making it possible to graphically select only the processes and machining steps that are to be executed, according to the company. The open connectivity to major networks such as the MELSEGNET/10 and CCLINK, as well as Ethernet, Profibus, and Devicenet allows the C64 to interface with other peripheral devices, including remote IO as well as existing shopfloor management schemes.
Extended instructions broaden the control range to provide control. PLC instructions have been increased. "Multiprogramming" allows design sharing and process-by-process design. A multiple number of PLC programs can be entered and executed, enabling program design sharing and structural division by function, process or designer. With the GPPW programming tool, editing of PLC programs within the C64 can be done concurrently without stopping the built-in PLC. PLC loop control can be performed for each axis of multiple systems, using a one-axis program to save program development time and minimize the number of steps.A high-resolution 12.1" LCD, Windows CE touchscreen terminal increases functionality and flexibility. By using this terminal, the machine builder can use the standard interface or create a customized interface utilizing Visual basic or Visual C++. The terminal carries an IP65 rating and is 55mm deep, allowing for installation in severe environments and in shallow enclosures.
