Alpha Series
Alpha series is a system that
controls the movements of
Cartesian axes, which enables
the fulfilment of linear and
circular interpolation in the
work area of the robot.
Using programming software,
you can easily load sequences
of processes on the central unit
memory, which is independent
and can be subsequently
controlled not only from the
software and LCD panel, but
also via serial commands,
inputs and outputs and
CANOpen® commands.
Alpha is equipped with a
user-friendly programming
graphic interface and excellent
precision performances, speed
and acceleration.
Control Software
The PC software interface, which can be connected to the USB port of the
central unit, aids users in programming through the following actions:
Configuring the system
Number and dimensions of the axes, configuration of the ramps and maximum speeds, type of sensors installed etc.
Programming the process
The movement steps of the robot (point, line, arch, circumference, area) generate 3D movement sequences, both “point-to-point” and “continuous path”, which can detect inputs or activate outputs during their execution. Via the flow control steps (comment, branch, jump, calibration line, delay, input detection, output setting, sub-program execution), it is possible to implement cycles, sub-routines, portions of program perfectly similar to the programming language; the user is therefore able to fulfil various applications with maximum control of the system.
Setting the coordinates from files type
DXF(CAD), DXF(CAD), GDO(Gerber), XLS (Excel): this cuts right down on robot programming times, by exploiting the information that users already know from other systems. Functions such as copy/paste, drag and drop, multiple edit and the possibility to create sub-programs, help the user in rapidly controlling the final application and ensure maximum precision and repeatability in production contexts and de-structured environments and are always preserved thanks to specific parameters (anticipate output activation, calibration lines,...).
Diagnosing and testing the program in real time
Thanks to the 3D view of the paths and the “step by step” execution of each single step, it is possible to verify the positions and test the robot program to fine-tune and calibrate the final application.
Hardware Parts
ALPHA CU4
ALPHA IO16
The digital input/output board ALPHA IO16 is used to expand the input and
output contacts. All the contacts are optoisolated and protected and can be
used in PNP or NPN configuration and two outputs have relays. The board
offers: 16 optoisolated “General purpose” inputs for connecting sensors,
external push buttons, PLC outputs etc..11 digital optoisolated control inputs.
16 “General purpose” outputs for connecting tools, indicators etc.(digital
optoisolated outputs / relay outputs). 7 status outputs. In addition, there is a
serial connector for feasible future utilities. The board is used to manage the
safety barrier.
DRIVER SD05
ALPHA CP
Alpha Cp is the Control Panel for diagnosing and commanding ALPHA systems.
It is used to display the status of the robot and to manage the following menus
in real time: Select program / Robot controls menu / Inputs-Outputs Status /
Diagnosis / Select language / Adjust display. The rear-lit LCD has 6 buttons to
display and manage the menus (Standard on WRL300-WRa300-WRa500).