PI C-863.20C885 User manual

User Manual
C863T0005, valid for C-863.20C885
CBo, BRo, 1/13/2021
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C-863.20C885 Motion Controller Module for DC Motors, for C-
885 PIMotionMaster

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Contents
About this Document 3
Symbols and Typographic Conventions............................................................................................................... 3
Other Applicable Documents .............................................................................................................................. 3
Downloading Manuals......................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety 5
Intended Use ....................................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Precautions............................................................................................................................................... 5
Product Description 6
Product View ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Scope of Delivery................................................................................................................................................. 6
Accessories .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Overview of C-885 PIMotionMaster.................................................................................................................... 6
Installation 7
Power Source....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Start-Up and Operation 8
Configuration of the C-863.20C885 and Normal Operation of the C-885 PIMotionMaster ............................... 8
Command Set of C-863.20C885........................................................................................................................... 8
Updating the Firmware 8
Customer Service 8
Technical Data 9
Specifications....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Maximum Ratings.............................................................................................................................................. 10
Ambient Conditions and Classifications ............................................................................................................ 10
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Pin Assignment Axis 1 / Axis 2........................................................................................................................... 12
Pin Assignment C-885.iD Digital Interface Module ........................................................................................... 13
Old Equipment Disposal 14

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About this Document
This document describes the C-863.20C885 controller module for the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p.
6) from PI.
See “Product Description” (p. 6) for detailed information on the C-863.20C885.
Symbols and Typographic Conventions
The following symbols and typographic conventions are used in this document:
NOTICE
Dangerous situation
If not avoided, the dangerous situation will result in damage to the equipment.
Actions to take to avoid the situation.
Symbol/Label Meaning
1.
2.
Action consisting of several steps whose sequential order must be observed
Action consisting of one or several steps whose sequential order is
irrelevant
 List item
p. 5 Cross-reference to page 5
RS-232 Labeling of an operating element on the product (example: socket of the
RS-232 interface)
Other Applicable Documents
The devices which are mentioned in this document note are described in their own manuals.
Description Document
C-863.11 Mercury controller MS205 user manual
C-863.12 Mercury controller MS249 user manual
C-885 PIMotionMaster (details see p. 6) C885T0002 user manual
PIMikroMove SM148 software manual

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Downloading Manuals
INFORMATION
If a manual is missing or there are problems with downloading:
Contact our customer service department (p. Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.).
Downloading manuals
1. Open the website www.pi.ws.
2. Search the website for the product number (e.g., C-885).
3. Click the corresponding product to open the product detail page.
4. Click the Downloads tab.
The manuals are shown under Documentation. Software manuals are shown under
General Software Documentation.
5. Click the desired manual and fill out the inquiry form.
The download link will then be sent to the email address entered.

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Safety
Intended Use
The C-863.20C885 is designed to be integrated in a laboratory device as defined by DIN EN
61010-1. It is intended to be used in interior spaces and in an environment which is free of dirt,
oil and lubricants.
In accordance with its design, the C-863.20C885 is intended for the operation of PI stages
equipped with DC motors or voice coil drives.
The C-863.20C885 is intended for closed-loop operation using incremental position sensors.
Furthermore, the C-863.20C885 can read out and process the reference point and limit switch
signals from the stage connected.
The C-863.20C885 may only be used in compliance with the technical specifications and
instructions in this manual.
The C-863.20C885 has no case and is designed to be integrated in the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p.
6) from PI. The operator is responsible for electrical safety according to EN 61010-1:2010 and
electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 61326-1:2013 when integrating the C-
863.20C885 in the PIMotionMaster.
Safety Precautions
NOTICE
Electrostatic hazard!
The C-863.20C885 contains electrostatically sensitive equipment (ESD) and can be damaged
if handled improperly.
Avoid touching assemblies, pins and PCB traces.
Before you touch the C-863.20C885, discharge yourself of any electric charges. For
example, wear an antistatic wrist strap.
Only handle and store the C-863.20C885 in environments that dissipate existing static
charges to earth in a controlled way and prevent electrostatic charges (ESD workplace
or electrostatically protected area, in short EPA).

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Product Description
The C-863.20C885 is a controller module for the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p. 6) from PI. It is
based on the standard C-863 controller. In comparison to the C-863 controller, the
C-863.20C885 controller module has two channels (= two Sub-D 15 (f) motor sockets) instead of
one, is not installed in a case and has a reduced number of features.
Product View
Figure 1: C-863.20C885 controller module (front view)
Scope of Delivery
Item ID Description
C-863.20C885 Motion controller module for DC motors, 2 channels, for PIMotionMaster
C863T0005 User manual for C-863.20C885 (this document)
Accessories
Order Number Description
C-885.iD Digital interface module, gives access to the
four input lines (digital/analog)
and four output lines (digital) of the C-863.20C885.
For pinout, see p. 13. Further details see the C885T0002 user manual of
the C-885 PIMotionMaster.
Overview of C-885 PIMotionMaster
The C-863.20C885 is designed to be integrated in a C-885 PIMotionMaster from PI.
The C-885 PIMotionMaster is a customizable, modular multi-axis controller with card slots. In
order to be functional, the C-885 PIMotionMaster requires a chassis with one C-885.M1 digital
processor and interface module and at least one controller module. See the table below for the
available system components. For the supported controller modules see the documentation of
the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p. 3).

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Order Number Item Remarks
C-885.Mx Digital processor and interface module
for PIMotionMaster with Ethernet
interface, USB
One C-885.Mx module required per
PIMotionMaster.
The C-885.Mx controls up to 20 controller
modules with the largest chassis.
C-885.Rx Chassis for PIMotionMaster One C-885.Rx chassis required per
PIMotionMaster.
There are chassis in two sizes:
9.5'': provides card slots for up to
4 controller modules
19'': provides card slots for up to
20 controller modules
Installation
The C-863.20C885 must be installed in the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p. 6) from PI. See the
documentation of the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p. 3) for more information.
Power Source
The maximum power consumption of the C-863.20C885 is 144 W.
Use a sufficiently dimensioned power supply for the C-885 PIMotionMaster in which the
C-863.20C885 is to be installed.

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Start-Up and Operation
Configuration of the C-863.20C885 and Normal Operation of the C-885
PIMotionMaster
At the first start-up of the C-885 PIMotionMaster, the C-863.20C885 controller module has to
be configured for the connected stages. Configuration of the controller module requires direct
communication with the controller module.
In normal operation, the C-885 PIMotionMaster behaves like a “conventional” multi-axis
controller, and the parameter settings for the axes cannot be changed.
See the documentation of the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p. 3) for details and instructions.
Command Set of C-863.20C885
The C-863.20C885 is fully GCS 2.0 compatible.
The commands of the C-863.20C885 are accessible via direct communication with the controller
module. See the documentation of the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p. 3) for details.
The range of commands and parameters available on the C-863.20C885 may be different from
that of the C-863 controller.
To get a list of available GCS commands, send HLP? to the C-863.20C885.
To get a list of available parameters, send HPA? to the C-863.20C885.
See the user manual of the C-863 controller (p. 3) for more information on GCS commands and
parameters.
Updating the Firmware
If a firmware update is necessary for the C-863.20C885:
For information on firmware updates, contact our customer service department (p. 8).
Customer Service
For inquiries and orders, contact your PI sales engineer or send us an email ([e-mail]).
If you have questions concerning your system, have the following information ready:
Product codes and serial numbers of all products in the system
Firmware version of the controller (if present)
Version of the driver or the software (if present)
Operating system on the PC (if present)
The latest versions of the user manuals are available for download on our website (www.pi.ws).

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Technical Data
Specifications
C-863.20C885
Function DC servo-motor controller, for C-885 PIMotionMaster modular multi-axis
controller system
Channels 2
Motion and control
Servo characteristics PID controller, parameter changes on the fly
Servo cycle time 50 µs
Profile generator Trapezoid velocity profile
Encoder input AB (quadrature) single-ended or differential TTL signal acc. to RS-422; 60 MHz
Stall detection Servo off, triggered by programmable position error
Limit switches per channel 2 × TTL (polarity programmable)
Reference point switch per channel 1 × TTL
Motor brake per channel 1 × TTL, software controlled
Electrical properties
Max. output voltage 0 to ±24 V for direct control of DC motor
Current limitation per channel 3 A
Interface and operation
Communication interfaces USB or Ethernet, via C-885.M1 digital processor and interface module
Motor connector 2 x Sub-D 15-pin (f)
I/O ports Optional with C-885.iD digital interface module:
4 analog/digital in (0 to 5 V/TTL), 4 digital out (TTL)
Command set PI General Command Set (GCS)
User software PIMikroMove
Software drivers Driver for NI LabVIEW, dynamic libraries for Windows and Linux
Supported functionality Point-to-point motion, start-up macro, data recorder for recording parameters
as motor input voltage, velocity, position or position error; internal safety
circuitry: watchdog timer
Miscellaneous
Operating voltage 24 V DC via C-885 PIMotionMaster
Max. power consumption 144 W
Operating temperature range 10 to 40 °C
Mass 132 g
Dimensions 186.42 × 128.4 (3 RU) × 19.98 (4 HP)

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Maximum Ratings
The C-863.20C885 is designed for the following maximum ratings:
Output on: Maximum Output
Voltage
Maximum Output
Current
Maximum Output
Frequency
Sub-D 15 (f) connector
(pins 2 and 9)
24 V 3 A 30 kHz (PWM)
Sub-D 15 (f) connector
(pins 3 and 11)
5 V TTL 10 mA 30 kHz (PWM)
Ambient Conditions and Classifications
See the documentation for the C-885 PIMotionMaster (p. 3) for details.

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Dimensions
Dimensions in mm. Note that the decimal places are separated by commas in the drawings.
Figure 2: Dimensions of the C-863.20C885

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Pin Assignment Axis 1 / Axis 2
Connector: Sub-D 15 (f)
Figure 3: Front view of the Sub-D 15 (f) connector
Pin Function
1 Programmable motor brake (0 or + 5 V)
2 Motor + (differential; power PWM); for stages without PWM amplifier
3 PWM magnitude (TTL); for stages with PWM amplifier
4 +5 V, 100 mA
5 Positive limit switch
6 ID chip
7 Encoder: A (-)
8 Encoder: B (-)
9 Motor – (differential; power PWM); for stages without PWM amplifier
10 GND
11 PWM sign (TTL); for stages with PWM amplifier
12 Negative limit switch
13 Reference point switch
14 A (+) / ENCA
15 B (+) / ENCB

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Pin Assignment C-885.iD Digital Interface Module
The C-885.iD digital interface module is connected to the C-863.20C885 controller module via a
ribbon cable and a 10-pin connector strip of the C-863.20C885. See the C885T0002 user manual
of the C-885 PIMotionMaster for installation details.
Connector: Sub-D 9 (f)
Figure 4: C-885.iD digital interface module: D-sub 9 (female)
Connector
strip
D-sub 9
socket
Function
1 1 Input 1 (analog: 0 to 5V / digital: TTL)
2 6 Input 2 (analog: 0 to 5V / digital: TTL)
3 2 Input 3 (analog: 0 to 5V / digital: TTL)
4 7 Input 4 (analog: 0 to 5V / digital: TTL)
5 3 Digital output 1 (TTL)
6 8 Digital output 2 (TTL)
7 4 Digital output 3 (TTL)
8 9 Digital output 4 (TTL)
9 5 GND
10 n.a.

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Old Equipment Disposal
In accordance with the applicable EU law, electrical and electronic equipment may not be
disposed of with unsorted municipal wastes in the member states of the EU.
When disposing of your old equipment, observe the international, national and local rules and
regulations.
To meet the manufacturer’s product responsibility with regard to this product, Physik
Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG ensures environmentally correct disposal of old PI equipment
that was first put into circulation after 13 August 2005, free of charge.
If you have old PI equipment, you can send it postage-free to the following address:
Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG
Auf der Roemerstr. 1
D-76228 Karlsruhe, Germany