Positioning Modules
Positioning modules are expansion modules added to a PLC that send a pulse train to a stepper or servo drive and manage the position, speed and acceleration of an axis. They are used in point-to-point positioning tasks such as feeding, length cutting, indexing and transport axes, when the CPU's built-in high-speed outputs are not enough or an additional axis is required. The category includes the Delta Electronics DVP01PU-S; it is a right-expansion type and offers 1 handwheel input and 1 axis output. Select the number of axes, the pulse input type and frequency accepted by the drive, the need for a handwheel, and the PLC series on which the module will be installed according to your application. A positioning module is not a substitute for a servo or stepper drive; the power stage that supplies the motor is in the drive, and the module only generates the position command.
Products
- Schneider Electric BMXMSP0200 2-Channel Pulse Output Module PTO — Schneider Electric · SKU: BMXMSP0200 · TRY 31,135.83 · Made to order
- Delta DVP01PU-S Delta Right Expansion Position Module 1 Handwheel Input and 1 Axis Output Control — Delta Electronics · SKU: DVP01PU-S · TRY 7,924.78 · In stock
How to choose Positioning Modules
Positioning modules are expansion modules added to a PLC that send a pulse train to a stepper or servo drive and manage the position, speed and acceleration of an axis. They are used in point-to-point positioning tasks such as feeding, length cutting, indexing and transport axes, when the CPU's built-in high-speed outputs are not enough or an additional axis is required.
- Separate sensing, motion control, logic processing and operator interface requirements.
- Select signal type, supply voltage, communication protocol and I/O count for the machine network.
- Verify housing size, sensing distance and PNP/NPN output polarity against the PLC input card.
Frequently asked questions
What is Positioning Modules and where is it used?
Positioning modules are expansion modules added to a PLC that send a pulse train to a stepper or servo drive and manage the position, speed and acceleration of an axis. They are used in point-to-point positioning tasks such as feeding, length cutting, indexing and transport axes, when the CPU's built-in high-speed outputs are not enough or an additional axis is required.
What should I compare when choosing Positioning Modules?
Select the number of axes, the pulse input type and frequency accepted by the drive, the need for a handwheel, and the PLC series on which the module will be installed according to your application.
Where can I find technical details for Positioning Modules products?
They are used in point-to-point positioning tasks such as feeding, length cutting, indexing and transport axes, when the CPU's built-in high-speed outputs are not enough or an additional axis is required.