CK3M Programmable Multi-Axis Motion Controller
Our next-generation motion controller packs PMAC’s superior motion control capability, multi-vendor connectivity and flexible development capability into its compact design.
Omron PMAC motion controls provide flexibility, speed and accuracy to difficult and complex applications
PMAC motion controllers are designed to simplify the most complex and difficult applications yet are scalable to fit all applications. PMAC's have the ability to monitor, modify and act in real time, including motion, IO and communication, allowing for higher speeds and improvements on machine operations. PMAC also offers flexibility in programming languages so engineers can program with languages they are most familiar and efficient. The power of the PMAC is in the imagination of the machine designer and programmer and is not limited by processor or firmware limitations.
Statement Regarding California Proposition 65 Concerning Omron/Delta Tau Products
Proposition 65, officially known as the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, aims to protect California citizens from significant exposure to chemicals known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. California Proposition 65 obligates businesses operating in California to provide clear and reasonable warnings before knowingly and intentionally exposing Californians to chemicals that are listed in Proposition 65 List.
To the present and best of our knowledge, and based upon the information available to us, most of our products do not require a warning label under Proposition 65 because they do not pose a significant risk of exposure through normal or foreseeable use.
Specifically:
- Some of our products contain Proposition 65 listed substances; however, there is no exposure route such as skin contact, ingestion with food or drink, or inhalation during normal or foreseeable use intended.
- Therefore, for these products, a warning label indicating that they contain chemicals that may cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm is not required.
In response to a customer request, Omron/Delta Tau can provide detailed information on chemicals contained in our products. By requesting this information Californians can make informed decisions about their risk of exposure to these chemicals.
People or companies operating in California, intending to use Omron/Delta Tau products for different uses, other than normal suggested product usage, may cause exposure risk to Proposition 65 chemicals if present. To mitigate and reduce the risk of exposure, Omron/Delta Tau recommends use of approved safety equipment, including use of dust masks, protective gloves, and further recommends work of this nature be performed in a well-ventilated area. These precautions should be taken for occupational uses including but not limited to destructive physical analysis.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Our newest PMAC motion control products
CK3E Programmable Multi-Axis Motion Controller
Advanced motion control system in a compact size, capable of controlling up to 32 axes of motion and incorporating customized control algorithms.
CK3M Laser Control Module
High-speed Laser On/Off and multi-head configuration for ultra-high-speed and high precision processing.
PMAC Controller CPUs
PMAC Controllers are a family of high-performance motion control systems used in a wide range of applications, including machine tooling, semiconductor manufacturing, robotics and scientific research.
PMAC Axes and Feedback Modules
PMAC's wide selection of axes and feedback modules are designed to work with most feedback devices and connect to different types of high precision servo drives.
PMAC Input/Output (IO) Modules
PMAC Input/ output (I/O) modules offer a wide range of analog or digital IO including AC, DC, TTL and analog.
PMAC Accessories Modules
Power supplies, expansion modules and other accessories for the PMAC motion controllers.
All-in-one PMAC Brick
Brick PMAC's combine a PMAC controller with either 4 or 8 servo drives in one package used in industrial automation and semiconductor manufacturing.
PMAC Controller Software
PMAC Software for programming, configuration and visualization for the PMAC family of motion controllers.
Maximizing Throughput with PMAC Lookahead Feature
Manufacturers are always looking to keep efficiencies as high as possible. This normally includes maintaining the maximum production capabilities of the machine while still producing a high-quality product. One of the ways to achieve the highest throughput is to use a PMAC motion controller and a feature called Lookahead. This white paper explores this feature in detail and offers some examples of solutions that use it.
Quick Answers
Learn more about Omron motion and drives
PMAC stands for programmable multi-axis motion controller. They are the motion control family of products at Omron.
PMAC's range of motion are from the simplest move to the more advanced motion, including camming, multi-axis, coordinated, customer kinematics and much more.
Yes, the PMAC is designed for flexibility. There are axes, feedback and IO modules that will work with most types of specialized and even custom components.
A motion control system contains the motion profiles and target positions for the application and creates the trajectories for the motor and/or actuator. Motion control often utilizes monitoring, or "feedback", devices to maintain the position of the motor and its load. It can also use the feedback to correct the position to maintain any possible errors that may occur.
Yes, there is a version of the PMAC called the "Brick" that includes the PMAC controller as well as the 4 or 8 axes servo amplifiers.
Both Sysmac and PMAC are powerful machine controllers and are adept for motion control. PMAC is designed with motion control as its primary function, running at very high-speed and maintaining high accuracy. They do share a broad line of Omron products such as servos, IO modules, safety, HMI and amplifiers.
New method for programming the trajectories of combined fast tool and standard servo systems
Fast tool and standard servo actuators are increasingly being combined in various industry applications like sintering, etching, and machine tooling. Although this gives manufacturers the best of both worlds when it comes to bandwidth and travel range, it leads to challenges with programming the trajectories of both actuator types.