Sysmac is the latest machine automation platform from Omron with integration throughout: from controller to software.
The guiding principles behind the Sysmac automation platform are:
One controller for the entire machine or production cell
Open communication and open programming standards
Efficient development through an integrated software environment
The result: a powerful and robust automation platform, that integrates logic, motion, vision, safety, robotics, I/O, networks, and enterprise connectivity all within a single software.
Since 1971 the Sysmac brand has been used in automation control to convey the Omron principles of reliability, robustness and speed. Today we expand these principles throughout the entire machine.
Fastest Machine Network: To achieve the accuracy and predictability required by today’s complex machines, Omron selected EtherCAT, the fastest machine network. This is not only for motion, but I/O, Safety and Vision. This provides a huge benefit to the customer, simplifying the cabling and delivering astonishing performance.
Intel Architecture: Traditional ASIC based PLCs are efficient performers, but limited in flexibility when requirements change. The Sysmac NJ controller is based on the industrially hardened Intel ATOM processor and Real Time Operating Sysmac (RTOS) allowing for reliable control and fast implementation of new functions or improvements. Performance can easily be scaled to suit the machine, without changing the core design.
The Sysmac Platform encompasses the entire machine, from I/O to enterprise.
Integrating Logic, Motion, Vision, Safety, I/O, Networks, and Enterprise into one controller drastically reduces machine tact time and programming complexity, improving performance and speeding development.
Key NJ-Series Controller Features
Complete integration of Logic, Motion, Vision and Safety
Synchronous control of all machine network devices
Multi-tasking programs
Standard IEC 61131-3 programming
Single event log for controller, field devices and networks
Machine Control Features
Up to 64 axis control
Single axis moves and axes interpolation
32 axes / 500μs cycle time
Electronic gearing and camming synchronization
On-the-fly electronic cam changes
Full control of axes group position, linear and circular interpolation
Control up to 8 delta robots from one controller
Through two built-in Ethernet ports, the Sysmac NJ controller connects to both Enterprise and Machine level devices.
Key EtherCAT features
Control servos, inverters, vision systems, distributed I/O and more
High synchronization accuracy using a distributed clock mechanism
Fastest in class network on the market with 100μs refresh time and less than 1μs jitter
Easy setup with automatic address assignment for nodes
"On-the-fly" data exchange for high throughput
Standard Ethernet cables and connectors
FSoE - FailSafe over EtherCAT
Flexible network topology
Supports up to 192 slave nodes
The new NJ-Series controllers join the world standard factory automation network, EtherNet/IP, with the best Ethernet-based machine control network, EtherCAT.
One connection via the NJ-Series controller allows seamless control and communication with both the machine and the factory.
Key Ethernet/IP Features
Peer-to-Peer controller communication
SQL Client for fast database read and write
FTP Server for access to SD card
TCP/IP and UDP/IP Socket Services
NTP clock synchronization
SNMP network management
One software to control and configure the entire machine via a single connection gives you the power and efficiency to develop and create like never before.
Key Software Features
One part number, license, and install for development of logic, motion, vision, safety, I/O, networks, enterprise, and visualization
Free online software updates
Centralized troubleshooting for entire machine, devices, and network
Comments included with program download to controller
Contains all backward compatible firmware versions
Fast boot-up time
Ease of Programming
IEC 61131-3 compliant ladder, ST, in-line ST, and safety FBD
User-generated structures, functions, function blocks, and libraries
Dynamic Toolbox with search and select
F1 context sensitive help
Background compile and check
Secure it all
Advanced security function with 32 digit security password
Complete project or single Function Block can be protected
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