Medical Case Study - AZ Series mini Driver for Genetic Testing Equipment

Using the AZ Series mini Driver Saves Space for Genetic Testing Equipment

Because the genetic testing equipment is used standalone in laboratories, the footprint of the entire equipment needed to be as small as possible, but conventional drivers were large, making it difficult to secure space for the control panel. In addition, the equipment was equipped with a safety mechanism that cuts off the power when the door is opened, which required time for tasks such as performing return-to-home and checking operation.

The AZ Series mini driver effectively addresses these issues. With a battery-less mechanical absolute encoder for retaining position information and a palm-sized mini driver that is smaller and lighter than a single-axis driver, this mini driver enhances safety, operability, and design flexibility.

Challenge:

  • Space Saving
  • Increases Productivity
  • Reduces Time

Solution:

  • AZ Series mini DC Input Drivers

The AZ Series mini driver contributes to space-saving equipment, achieving a compact size with external dimensions of W47 mm x D53 mm x H24 mm (for RS-485 communication type). It is smaller than a typical servo motor driver, allowing for a significant reduction in equipment size.

Compact Driver

Size and Mass Comparison of Single-axis Driver and mini Driver

Single-Axis (Built in Controller)

mini Driver (RS-485 Communication Type)

AZD-KRD Driver

mini Driver

W 35 mm × D 70 mm × H 100 mm

W 47 mm × D 53 mm × H 24 mm

Mass: 150 g

Mass: 56 g

 

 

AZ Series mini Driver (DC input only)

This driver can be controlled using EtherCAT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, RS-485 communication, or Pulse Input Type with RS-485 Communication and daisy chained to maximize design and space and improve installation time.

EtherCAT Compatible

EtherNet/IP™ Compatible

PROFINET Compatible

EtherCAT mini Driver

AZD-KRED

EtherNet/IP mini Driver

AZD-KREP

PROFINET mini Driver

AZD-KRPN

Ethernet Type

RS-485 Communication Type

Pulse Input Type with RS-485 Communication

Ethernet Type mini Driver

AZD-KREN

RS-485 Communication mini Driver

AZD-KR2D

Pulse Input mini Driver

AZD-KRX



Product Guide for Medical Applications

Product Guide for Medical Applications

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