Teknic ClearLink User manual

ClearLink Hardware Manual
Includes wiring information for CCIO-8 (I/O Expansion Board)
Rev. 1.00 / October 29, 2020
U SER M ANUAL

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents.............................................................................................................. 2
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 4
Welcome................................................................................................................................4
What's in this Document........................................................................................................4
Safety Information............................................................................................................. 5
Precautionary Statement .......................................................................................................5
General Disclaimer ................................................................................................................5
Example ClearLink System ..............................................................................................6
Parts Overview .................................................................................................................. 7
Parts of a ClearLink ...............................................................................................................7
Parts of a CCIO-8 (I/O Expansion Board)..............................................................................8
Powering ClearLink and CCIO-8......................................................................................9
Recommended Power Supply...............................................................................................9
PWR-IO-24VDC.....................................................................................................................9
Wiring DC Power to ClearLink and CCIO-8.........................................................................10
Wiring I/O to ClearLink.................................................................................................... 11
Introduction..........................................................................................................................11
I/O Overview Table..............................................................................................................11
Wiring I/O to the Outer I/O connectors ................................................................................12
I/O-0 through I/O-5 configured as DIGITAL INPUTS...........................................................13
A-9 through A-12 and DI-6 through DI-8 configured as DIGITAL INPUTS...........................14
A-9 through A-12 configured as ANALOG INPUTS.............................................................15
I/O-0 through I/O-5 configured as DIGITAL OUTPUTS.......................................................16
I/O-0 configured as a 4-20mA (or 0-20mA) OUTPUT..........................................................17
ClearLink Combined I/O Header..........................................................................................18
Wiring I/O Devices to CCIO-8..............................................................................................19
I/O-0 through I/O-7 configured as DIGITAL INPUTS...........................................................19
I/O-0 through I/O-7 configured as DIGITAL OUTPUTS.......................................................19
CCIO-8 Combined I/O Header.............................................................................................19
Motor Connectors (M-0, M-1, M-2, M-3) ......................................................................... 20
How to Wire a ClearPath Motor to ClearLink.......................................................................21
ClearPath Controller Cables................................................................................................21

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Wiring a Stepper Motor Drive to ClearLink..........................................................................22
COM-0 (Serial COM Port) ................................................................................................23
COM-0 with 5V compatible RS-232 transceivers ................................................................24
COM-0 configured for 5V logic UART devices ....................................................................25
Appendix A: Specifications ............................................................................................26
ClearLink Specifications.......................................................................................................26
ClearLink I/O Function Table................................................................................................27
CCIO-8 Specifications..........................................................................................................28
CCIO-8 I/O Function Table...................................................................................................29
Appendix B: Mechanical Reference...............................................................................30
ClearLink Mounting and Clearance Dimensions .................................................................30
CCIO-8 Mounting and Clearance Dimensions.....................................................................31
Appendix C: Mating Connectors and Terminals...........................................................32

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Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a ClearLink EtherNet/IP Motion and I/O
Controller. This document is a hardware reference manual for the ClearLink
controller, optional I/O expansion board, and optional encoder input board,
PN: CL-ENCDR-DFIN (available soon).
For programming information, please see the ClearLink EtherNet/IP Data
Reference.
What's in this Document
•Parts identification
•Wiring diagrams for common I/O and motor devices
•Power supply requirements
•Mating hardware information
•Product specifications
•Mechanical dimensions
•Mounting information

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Safety Information
Precautionary Statement
Always follow appropriate safety precautions when installing and using any
automated motion control equipment. Motion control systems should be
designed and utilized to prevent personnel from coming into contact with
moving parts and electrical contacts that could potentially cause injury or
death. Read all cautions, warnings, and notes before attempting to install or
operate this device. Follow all applicable codes and standards when using
this equipment. Failure to use this equipment as described may impair or
neutralize protections built into the product.
General Disclaimer
The User is responsible for determining the suitability of this product for his or
her application. The User must ensure that Teknic’s products are installed
and utilized in accordance with all local, state, federal and private governing
bodies and meet all applicable health and safety standards.
Teknic has made all reasonable efforts to accurately present the information
in the published documentation and shall not be responsible for any incorrect
information which may result from unintentional oversights.
Due to continuous product improvements, the product specifications as stated
in the documentation are subject to change at any time and without notice.
The User is responsible for consulting a representative of Teknic for detailed
information and to determine any changes of information in the published
documentation.
Should Teknic’s products be used in an application that is safety critical, the
User must provide appropriate safety testing of the products, adequate safety
devices, guarding, warning notices and machine-specific training to protect
the operator and/or bystanders from injury.

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Example ClearLink System
A-12 A-11 A-10 A-9 D I-8 D I-7 D I-6
M-2 M -3
COMBINED I/O
5V COM-0 5V COM-1
I/O-3 I/O-4 I/O-5I/O-0 I /O-1 I/O-2
M-1M-0
XBee
RESET

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Parts Overview
Parts of a ClearLink
EtherNet/IP
M-2 M-3M-1M-0
ClearLink
A-12 A-11 A-10 A-9 DI-8 DI-7 DI-6
5V COM-0 CCIO Port
COMBINED I/O
I/O-5I/O-4I/O-3I/O-2I/O-0 I/O-1
RESET
Dedicated plug-in
terminal blocks for
each I/O point
Digital Inputs or
0-10V Analog Inputs (4x)
Digital Inputs (3x)
or
Differential Encoder Input (3-channel)
Teknic Encoder Board PN
CL-ENCDR-DFIN *** required.
Card Slot
(not used for ClearLink)
Combined I/O Header
Can be used in only one of the two ways listed
EtherNet/IP Port
USB Port
(not used)
Mounting Holes (2x)
*Digital outputs I/O-0 through I/O-3 have
built-in clamping circuitry and are capable of
driving coils of up to 9-watts max.
I/O-4 , I/O-5 can drive up to 18 watts max.
Reset Switch
Motor Connectors
(4x) M0-M3 Control
ClearPath motors,
step motor drives, or
servo motor drives
Digital Input,
Digital Output*, or
Analog Output
(4-20mA or 0-20mA)
Combined I/O Header
see description below
Communication Port
RJ-45 connector, compatible
with UART, or RS-232 devices
DC Power Input
24VDC
Digital Inputs or
Digital Outputs*
CCIO Port
RJ-45 connector, used to
connect CCIO-8 I/O
expansion module(s)
Breaks out all 13 I/O points.
(Provides an alternative
hookup path to the individual
3-pin I/O connectors.)
Connect optional Teknic Differential
Encoder Board here
(Teknic PN CL-ENCDR-DFIN***).
If Encoder Board is used, DI-6,7,8
3-position connectors cannot be
used and must remain unpopulated.
or
ENCODER BOAR
D
A
VAILABLE
SOO
N.
*
**
ClearLink top and side views

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Parts of a CCIO-8 (I/O Expansion Board)
Combined I/O Header
For alternate hookup of
I/O points (for use with
custom break-out boards,
bulkhead connectors,
harness, etc.)
COM IN (RJ-45)
Serial communication
input from ClearCore
or previous CCIO-8
Mounting Hole
Mounting Hole
Mounting Plate
Aluminum, 2mm
COM OUT (RJ-45)
Serial communication
output to next CCIO-8
if applicable
DC Power Input
24VDC
Digital Inputs or
Digital Outputs (8 total)
Digital Inputs or
Digital Outputs (8 total)
CCIO-8 I/O expansion board

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Powering ClearLink and CCIO-8
ClearLink and CCIO-8 are 24VDC compatible devices. This section includes
ClearLink power supply recommendations and wiring instructions.
Important: Do not use your ClearLink power supply to also supply DC bus
power to servo or stepper drives attached to ClearLink (this applies to
ClearPath motors too!). Always use a separate, dedicated power supply,
such as the IPC-5, that is specifically designed to manage the power and
regenerated energy requirements of servo or step motor drives.
Recommended Power Supply
PWR-IO-24VDC
The PWR-IO-24VDC power supply (Mean Well PN LRS-150-24) is an
inexpensive, 24VDC, 6.5A (156W) switching supply capable of powering most
ClearLink applications. Click here to view product datasheet.
Why choose a "higher current" power supply?
A power supply of 6.5A or more is recommended for ClearLink applications to ensure that
the ClearLink processor always remains powered, even under adverse operating conditions
such as overloads or shorts. Note: Lower current supplies will work with ClearLink, but may
experience shutdowns or brown outs if ClearLink is overloaded or shorted due to use or
application error.

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Wiring DC Power to ClearLink and CCIO-8
See below for instructions on wiring 24VDC power to ClearLink and CCIO-8.
Tools Required
•Slotted screwdriver with max. 2mm wide blade
•Wire cutter/stripper
•3-position screw terminal connector, Molex part # 0395105003
Procedure 1. Turn off power supply.
2. Strip DC output wires from power supply. Expose
approximately 6.5mm (0.25") of bare wire.
3. Fully insert V+ and V- wires fully into terminal block "+" and
ground positions.
4. Tighten terminal screws.
5. Inspect connector for good wire capture. Verify that no wire
insulation is captured in the closure, and that no loose wire
strands are sticking out of the connector.
6. Recommended: Before connecting the terminal block to
ClearLink, test for correct voltage polarity between "+" and
ground terminals.
Strip Length
0.25 in.
6.5 mm
Tighten screws to
approx. 2 in/lbs.
Use 2mm slotted
screwdriver.
ClearCore/ClearLink CCIO-8
PWR
From DC
Power Supply Insert connector(s)
as shown.
Press firmly to seat.
Connecting power to ClearLink and CCIO-8
Chassis Connection
Mount ClearLink and CCIO-8 to a machine frame or chassis continuous with
Protective Earth. Alternately, connect the chassis terminal on the 3-position
power connector to machine frame using conductive hardware.