Parker AR-01xE Aries Single Axis Servo Drive User Guide
- June 16, 2024
- Parker
Table of Contents
Parker AR-01xE Aries Single Axis Servo Drive
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Type: Aries AR-01xE, 02xE, 04xE, 08xE, and AR-13xE
- Compliance: Complies with the requirements of directives
- Installation Requirements: Detailed in the Information supplied with the equipment
- Restricted Sales Distribution Class: Meets the needs of an industrial environment when installed as directed
- Safety Warning: High-performance motion control equipment capable of producing rapid movement and very high forces. Keep clear of any machinery driven by stepper or servo motors. Never touch any part of the equipment while it is in operation.
- Sold as a Motion Control Component: To be installed in a complete system using good engineering practice
- Positioning: The product must be positioned such that no part is accessible while power may be applied
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Precautions
Before using the product, please read and understand the following safety
precautions:
- Keep clear of any machinery driven by stepper or servo motors
- Never touch any part of the equipment while it is in operation
- Ensure the product is installed and used in a safe manner according to local safety laws and regulations
- Position the product in a way that no part is accessible while power may be applied
Installation Requirements
The installation requirements for the product are detailed in the Information
supplied with the equipment. Please refer to the documentation provided for
proper installation instructions.
RS-232/485 Configuration
The product supports RS-232 and RS-485 communication protocols. Follow the
instructions below for the respective configurations:
RS-232 Configuration:
- Connect the 26-pin DRIVE I/O connector (female D-subminiature) to the COM port
- Configure the Drive I/O Connector pins as follows:
- Pins 1-9: Enable+
- Pin 21: DGND
- Pins 2-8: Encoder A+
- Pin 16: Step+
- Pin 10: Direction+
- Pin 11: AIN+
- Pin 15: DGND
- Pin 17: RESET+
- Connect the required twisted pair wiring for pins indicated by a box surrounding them
RS-485 Configuration:
-
Connect the 26-pin DRIVE I/O connector (female D-subminiature)
to the COM port -
Configure the Drive I/O Connector pins as follows:
-
Pins 1-9: Enable+
-
Pin 21: DGND
-
Pins 2-8: Encoder A+
-
Pin 16: Step+
-
Pin 10: Direction+
-
Pin 11: AIN+
-
Pin 15: DGND
-
Pin 17: RESET+
-
Connect the required twisted pair wiring for pins indicated by a box surrounding them
-
Connect Tx, Rx, and Gnd for RS-485 communication
LED Status Indicators
The LED status indicators provide visual feedback on the product’s status. The
following table lists the LED configurations:
| LED | AR-01xE to AR-13xE Servo Drives w/ Step and Direction |
|---|---|
| Off | Green |
| Yellow | Off |
| Yellow (flash) | Yellow & 1 Green (flash) |
| Red | Off |
| Red (flash) | Red Red Red Red |
Motor Feedback Connector
The product features a Motor Feedback Connector. The pin configuration is as
follows:
- Pins 1-3: Encoder Z+/Data+
- Pins 4-6: Encoder A+
- Pins 7-9: Encoder B+
- Pin 10: Fault+
- Pins 11-13: Step+
- Pin 14: Direction+
- Pin 15: AIN+
- Pin 16: DGND
- Pins 17-18: Reset+
- Connect the required twisted pair wiring for pins 9 and 13 (SinCos protocol)
Motor Connector
The Motor Connector allows connection to the motor. The pin configuration is
as follows:
- R+: Unused
- U: Motor Phase U
- R-: Unused
- V: Motor Phase V
- C2: Unused
- W: Motor Phase W
- C1: Unused
- BK: Unused
- L2: Unused
- BK: Unused
- L1: Unused
FAQ
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Q1. What are the installation requirements for the product?
The installation requirements for the product are detailed in the Information supplied with the equipment. Please refer to the documentation provided for proper installation instructions. -
Q2. Can I touch the equipment while it is in operation?
No, it is important to never touch any part of the equipment while it is in operation to prevent injury. -
Q3. How should I position the product?
The product must be positioned such that no part is accessible while power may be applied. This ensures safety during\ operation. -
Q4. What are the LED status indicators?
The LED status indicators provide visual feedback on the product’s status. Refer to the LED Status Indicators section for the specific configurations. -
Q5. What is the Motor Feedback Connector used for?
The Motor Feedback Connector allows for connection to the motor and provides feedback signals for proper motor control. Refer to the Motor Feedback Connector section for the pin configuration. -
Q6. How do I configure the RS-232/485 communication?
Refer to the RS-232/485 Configuration section for detailed instructions on configuring the communication protocols.
Overview
Product Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aries AR-01xE, 02xE, 04xE, 08xE, and AR-13xE
The above product complies with the requirements of the directives
- EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
- Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
- CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC
Provided the installation requirements described in the Aries User Guide are
met, and there are no special requirements for the installation and operating
environment the application may be considered typical.
The above equipment conforms with the protection requirements of Council
Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by Directive 92/31/EEC on the approximation of
the laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility when
installed, operated, and maintained as intended. Also: -The above equipment
conforms with the requirements of Council Directive 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage
Directive) as amended by Directive 93/68/EEC (CE Marking Directive), when
installed, operated, and maintained as intended.
By IEC 61800-3:1997 (Adjustable speed electrical power drive systems), this
product is of the restricted sales distribution class which meets the needs of
an industrial environment when installed as directed. However, further
measures may need to be taken for the use of the product in a domestic
environment.
The installation requirements are detailed in the Information supplied with
the equipment. The equipment is sold only to competent system builders.
Safety Warning
High-performance motion control equipment is capable of producing rapid
movement and very high forces. Unexpected motion may occur especially during
the development of controller programs. KEEP WELL CLEAR of any machinery
driven by stepper or servo motors. Never touch any part of the equipment while
it is in operation.
This product is sold as a motion control component to be installed in a
complete system using good engineering practices. Care must be taken to ensure
that the product is installed and used in a safe manner according to local
safety laws and regulations. In particular, the product must be positioned
such that no part is accessible while power may be applied.
This and other information from Parker Hannifin Corporation, its subsidiaries,
and authorized distributors provide product or system options for further
investigation by users having technical expertise. Before you select or use
any product or system, you must analyze all aspects of your application and
review the information concerning the product in the current product catalog.
The user, through its own analysis and testing, is solely responsible for
making the final selection of the system and components and assuring that all
performance, safety, and warning requirements of the application are met.
If the equipment is used in any manner that does not conform to the
instructions given in this user guide, then the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
Configuration
The 26-pin DRIVE I/O connector (female D-subminiature) also functions as the
communications (COM) port.
LED Status Indicators
Connector
120/240 VAC, 50/60Hz,
Single phase
UL Standard of Compliance 508c
Fuse Information
Aries has no internal fuses. For safety, you must provide a fuse in each of
the AC input lines. See Fuse Information in the Aries Hardware Installation
Guide (included on the Aries CD).
Drives w/Step and Direction
AR-01xE to AR-13xE Servo Drives w/Step and Direction
Warning
- You must connect the drive’s protective conductor terminal, marked with the earth symbol , to a reliable system Protective Earth.
- The drive’s connector strip terminals are at hazardous voltages when power is applied to the drive, and up to several minutes after power is removed. Lower voltages may still be present for several minutes after power is removed.
During normal operation, these high-voltage terminals must not be accessible to the user.
Website
http://www.parkermotion.com
Electromechanical Division Parker Hannifin Corporation p/n 88-021594-01D
Effective: June 2005
References
- Motion Control Systems - A Complete Family of Motion Control System Products from Parker Hannifin
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