Description
ELAU MAX‑4‑11‑03‑016‑99‑1‑1‑00
Technical Specifications CPU Core: Real‑time optimized industrial processor Program Memory: 16 MB Flash Data Working Memory: 8 MB RAM Maximum System‑Wide Controlled Axis Count: 99 axes Communication Interfaces: SERCOS fiber‑optic interface, Ethernet service port, RS232 serial port, RS485 interface On‑board Digital Inputs: 12 points On‑board Digital Outputs: 8 points Power Supply: DC24V, 1.6 A rated consumption Protection Class: IP20 Operating Ambient Temperature: 0℃ to +55℃ Storage Temperature: ‑25℃ to +70℃ Mounting Type: Standard DIN‑rail cabinet mounting
Functional Features Combines IEC‑61131‑3 standard sequential logic control and hard‑real‑time large‑scale multi‑axis motion processing. Supports electronic cam profiling, dynamic electronic gear ratio adjustment, flying‑shear cutting and multi‑group mark‑registration synchronization functions. Interface variant 99 realizes large‑quantity axis expansion through SERCOS fiber‑optic bus architecture. SERCOS fiber‑optic communication provides excellent electromagnetic interference resistance and microsecond‑level inter‑axis synchronization accuracy. Non‑volatile flash memory retains user application program, mass‑volume production recipe dataset and configuration parameters after power‑off. Comprehensive built‑in diagnostic system records massive bus communication fault records, servo axis error codes and digital I/O historical status information. Ethernet interface completes program download, online debugging and whole‑system production‑data monitoring. RS232 and RS485 serial ports realize data exchange with multiple peripheral auxiliary devices. Complete set of extended hardware safety function modules are equipped. Hardware watchdog circuit ensures stable system running under complex full‑load operating condition.
Application Scenarios Large‑scale multi‑axis packaging production lines; complex film converting and slitting equipment; high‑speed multi‑station automated processing machinery.
Performance Parameters Minimum real‑time motion task cycle reaches 250 microseconds. Inter‑axis synchronization deviation maintains below ±1 microsecond. Non‑volatile flash memory stores large‑capacity historical fault logs for post‑incident analysis. Deterministic execution timing remains stable under maximum 99‑axis system‑wide loading condition.
Material Composition Aluminum alloy shielding housing, FR‑4 high‑speed multilayer printed circuit boards, industrial real‑time processor chip, high‑performance fiber‑optic transceiver modules, large‑capacity flash memory chips, plug‑in screw‑lock terminal blocks, SMD LED status indicator components.
Structural Characteristics Vertical DIN‑rail compatible housing form factor. Front panel arranges LED status indicator array, Ethernet service port and RS232 serial connector. SERCOS fiber‑optic connection ports for large‑scale axis expansion locate on upper housing edge. Pluggable terminal blocks for digital I/O channels and DC24V power‑supply input are arranged on lower housing section. Metal identification nameplate permanently prints complete part number MAX‑4‑11‑03‑016‑99‑1‑1‑00. Internal circuit integrates extended safety hardware modules and large‑scale bus drive circuit components.
Working Principle User application program stored in internal flash memory runs on real‑time processor core. Logic processing section scans digital input signals, executes complex machine workflow sequence and generates digital output control actions. Motion processing section calculates position command values for every servo axis inside whole system, transmits mass‑volume command data frames over expanded SERCOS fiber‑optic bus network to connected servo drives and ISH integrated servo motors. Massive status information and fault‑code feedback data return from distributed drive units back to MAX‑4 controller. On‑board diagnostic modules continuously monitor hardware health state, large‑scale bus communication quality and I/O channel integrity. User program and all configuration parameters keep retention inside non‑volatile flash memory during power‑off events. Hardware watchdog circuit triggers automatic system reset when abnormal program operation is detected.
Installation Requirements Install controller onto standard DIN‑rail inside fully grounded large‑size industrial control cabinet. Reserve sufficient surrounding clearance for natural‑convection heat dissipation. Strictly follow minimum‑bending‑radius specifications for all SERCOS fiber‑optic expansion cables. Physically separate low‑signal bus wiring from high‑voltage motor‑power cables. Apply DC24V control‑power‑supply with strict polarity compliance. Connect protective‑earth terminal to cabinet main protective‑ground busbar. Execute complete system bus configuration after hardware installation to realize 99‑axis expansion function.
Usage Notes Forbid hot‑plugging SERCOS fiber‑optic connectors under powered‑operating condition. Complete full backup of user‑application program before firmware‑upgrade or hardware‑replacement work. Operate strictly within published ambient‑temperature operating‑range. Wear anti‑static wrist straps during internal circuit maintenance service. Prevent hardware exposure to conductive dust, heavy oil mist and corrosive industrial vapors.
