Omron CK3E-1210 Instructions for use

CK3E-series
Programmable Multi-Axis Controller
Hardware
User’s Manual
I610-E1-01
CK3E-110
Programmable Multi-Axis Controller

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Introduction
CK3E-series Programmable Multi-Axis Controller Hardware User’s Manual (I610)
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a CK3E-series Programmable Multi-Axis Controller.
This manual contains information that is necessary to use the CK3E-series Programmable Multi-Axis
Controller. Please read this manual and make sure you understand the functionality and performance
of the CK3E-series Programmable Multi-Axis Controller before you attempt to use it in a control system.
Keep this manual in a safe place where it will be available for reference during operation.
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowledge of electrical sys-
tems (ie: be of the rank of electrical engineer or equivalent).
• Personnel in charge of introducing FA devices.
• Personnel in charge of designing FA systems.
• Personnel in charge of installing and maintaining FA devices.
• Personnel in charge of managing FA facilities.
This manual covers the following products.
• CK3E-series Programmable Multi-Axis Controller
Model CK3E-
Intended Audience
Applicable Products

Manual Structure
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Manual Structure
The following page structure and icons are used in this manual.
Note This illustration is provided as a sample only. It may not literally appear in this manual.
Page Structure and Icons
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4-3 Mounting Units
The Units that make up an NJ-series Controller can be connected simply by pressing the Units together
and locking the sliders by moving them toward the back of the Units. The End Cover is connected in the
same way to the Unit on the far right side of the Controller.
1Join the Units so that the connectors fit exactly.
2The yellow sliders at the top and bottom of each Unit lock the Units together. Move the sliders
toward the back of the Units as shown below until they click into place.
Precautions for Correct UsePrecautions for Correct Use
4-3-1 Connecting Controller Components
Connector
Hook Hook holes
Slider
Lock
Release
Move the sliders toward the back
until they lock into place.
Level 1 heading
Level 2 heading
Level 3 heading
Level 2 heading
A step in a procedure
Manual name
Special information
Level 3 heading
Page tab
Gives the current
headings.
Indicates a procedure.
Icons indicate
precautions, additional
information, or reference
information.
Gives the number
of the main section.
The sliders on the tops and bottoms of the Power Supply Unit, CPU Unit, I/O Units, Special I/O
Units, and CPU Bus Units must be completely locked (until they click into place) after connecting
the adjacent Unit connectors.

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Manual Structure
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Special information in this manual is classified as follows:
Precautions for Safe Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure safe usage of the product.
Precautions for Correct Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure correct operation and performance.
Additional Information
Additional information to read as required.
This information is provided to increase understanding or make operation easier.
Note References are provided to more detailed or related information.
Special Information

CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
Introduction ..............................................................................................................1
Intended Audience....................................................................................................................................... 1
Applicable Products ..................................................................................................................................... 1
Manual Structure ......................................................................................................2
Page Structure and Icons ............................................................................................................................ 2
Special Information ...................................................................................................................................... 3
CONTENTS................................................................................................................4
Terms and Conditions Agreement ..........................................................................7
Warranty, Limitations of Liability .................................................................................................................. 7
Application Considerations .......................................................................................................................... 8
Disclaimers .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Safety Precautions ...................................................................................................9
Definition of Precautionary Information........................................................................................................ 9
Symbols ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
WARNING ................................................................................................................................................. 10
Precautions for Safe Use.......................................................................................12
Precautions for Correct Use..................................................................................15
Regulations and Standards ...................................................................................17
Conformance to EU Directives .................................................................................................................. 17
Software Licenses and Copyrights ............................................................................................................ 17
Related Manuals .....................................................................................................18
Terms and Acronyms .............................................................................................19
Revision History .....................................................................................................20
Sections in this Manual .........................................................................................21
Section 1 Features and System Configuration
1-1 Features.................................................................................................................................. 1-2
1-2 Introduction to the System Configurations ........................................................................ 1-3
1-3 Support Software................................................................................................................... 1-5
1-4 Application Procedure .......................................................................................................... 1-6
Section 2 Specifications
2-1 Programmable Multi-Axis Controller ................................................................................... 2-2
2-1-1 Model .......................................................................................................................................... 2-2
2-1-2 General Specifications ................................................................................................................ 2-3
2-1-3 Features and Performance Specifications .................................................................................. 2-4
2-2 Specifications of Peripherals ............................................................................................... 2-5
2-2-1 USB Memory Device................................................................................................................... 2-5
2-2-2 Power Supply.............................................................................................................................. 2-5

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Section 3 Part Names and Functions
3-1 Part Names............................................................................................................................. 3-2
3-2 Operation Indicators ............................................................................................................. 3-3
3-3 ID Information Indication Label............................................................................................ 3-4
Section 4 Mounting and Wiring
4-1 Mounting the Programmable Multi-Axis Controller ........................................................... 4-2
4-1-1 Mounting the Programmable Multi-Axis Controller ..................................................................... 4-2
4-1-2 Mounting Direction in Control Panels ......................................................................................... 4-3
4-1-3 Mounting Method in Control Panels............................................................................................ 4-3
4-2 Power Supply Wiring............................................................................................................. 4-4
4-2-1 Power Supply Connector Specifications..................................................................................... 4-4
4-2-2 Wiring the Power Supply Connector........................................................................................... 4-4
4-3 Laying the EtherCAT Network .............................................................................................. 4-7
4-3-1 Supported Network Topologies................................................................................................... 4-7
4-3-2 Installation Precautions............................................................................................................... 4-8
4-3-3 Installing EtherCAT Communications Cables ............................................................................. 4-9
4-4 Laying the Ethernet Network.............................................................................................. 4-12
4-4-1 Installation Precautions............................................................................................................. 4-12
4-4-2 Installing Ethernet Networks ..................................................................................................... 4-13
4-5 USB Memory Device Connection....................................................................................... 4-16
4-6 Grounding ............................................................................................................................ 4-17
4-6-1 Considerations for Earthing Methods ....................................................................................... 4-17
4-6-2 Earthing Methods...................................................................................................................... 4-18
Section 5 Error Processing
5-1 Classification of Errors ......................................................................................................... 5-2
5-2 Using the Indicators to Check Errors .................................................................................. 5-3
5-2-1 Indicator Types ........................................................................................................................... 5-3
5-2-2 Procedure for Determining Errors............................................................................................... 5-4
5-3 Corrective Actions for Errors ............................................................................................... 5-5
5-3-1 Fatal Errors in the Programmable Multi-Axis Controller ............................................................. 5-5
5-3-2 Non-fatal Errors in the Programmable Multi-Axis Controller....................................................... 5-6
Section 6 Inspection and Maintenance
6-1 Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................................................................... 6-2
6-1-1 Cleaning...................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6-1-2 Periodic Inspections.................................................................................................................... 6-2
6-2 Maintenance Procedures ...................................................................................................... 6-4
6-2-1 Unit Replacement Precautions ................................................................................................... 6-4
6-2-2 Backup........................................................................................................................................ 6-4
6-2-3 Unit Replacement ....................................................................................................................... 6-4

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Appendices
A-1 Dimension Diagram...............................................................................................................A-2
A-2 Restrictions on Using the OMRON NX-Series EtherCAT Coupler Unit ............................A-3
Index

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Terms and Conditions Agreement
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