C-887.53x Hexapod Motion Controller with EtherCAT®

Control a 6-Axis Positioning System via Fieldbus Interface

  • Integration into an automation system
  • Synchronous motion in 6 axes
  • Cycle time ≥ 1 ms
  • Commanding in Cartesian coordinates
  • High-resolution analog inputs and motion stop as an option
C-887.53x Hexapod Motion Controller with EtherCAT®
Product Description Specifications Downloads Quote / Order

Digital controller with EtherCAT  fieldbus interface

Digital controller for hexapods (6-axis parallel kinematics). In addition, the motor drivers for two further single axes can be controlled. For operation in an EtherCAT network, a higher-level programmable logic controller (PLC) is required on the user side (EtherCAT master with CoE protocol). Operation without PLC is possible via TCP/IP or RS-232. The controller then corresponds to a C-887.52x in terms of functionality and is controlled with the GCS 2.0 command set.

Functions

The position is entered in Cartesian coordinates from which the controller calculates the control of the kinematics. To simplify integration of the hexapod, the coordinate systems (Work, Tool) can be changed. The pivot point can be freely defined. A data recorder can record operating data, e.g., motor control, velocity, position, or position error. The execution of macros and Python scripts on the controller enables stand-alone operation. The controller supports all currently available standard hexapods from PI and, in addition, customer-specific parallel kinematics.

Interfaces

EtherCAT fieldbus interface. TCP/IP for network-based control and maintenance. RS-232. USB port for manual control unit.

Additional interfaces (depending on version):

  • High-resolution and extremely fast analog inputs which are ideal for fast alignment routines
  • Connection for a motion stop button that activates/deactivates the 24 V output for the hexapod

Optional

  • Control via manual control unit
  • In case of restricted movement space: Collision check with PIVeriMove software. Executable as a simulation and directly on the controller

Software support (for control via GCS)

For example, PIMikroMove user software enables fast alignment routines to be depicted graphically. Extensive set of drivers, e.g., for use with NI LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Python. PIHexapodEmulator for virtual startup and operation without hardware.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery includes the controller, a software package, and a power adapter for the power supply. It is recommended to order the hexapod mechanics and a suitable cable set together with the controller so that the components can be adapted to each other. A PLC master controller is not included in the scope of delivery!

 

Specifications

Datasheet

Datasheet C-887.53x

Version / Date
2023-03-28
pdf - 870 KB
Version / Date
2023-03-28
pdf - 926 KB
Version / Date
2018-06-18
pdf - 855 KB

Downloads

Product Note

Product Note

Product Change Notification C-887.5xx Labeling

Version / Date
2022-04-05
pdf - 113 KB

Datasheet

Datasheet

Datasheet C-887.53x

Version / Date
2023-03-28
pdf - 870 KB
Version / Date
2023-03-28
pdf - 926 KB
Version / Date
2018-06-18
pdf - 855 KB

Documentation

Documentation

User Manual A000T0079

PI Simulation Models for CoppeliaSim / V-REP

Version / Date
2020-11-11
pdf - 3 MB
English
Documentation

User Manual C887T0036

C-887.MC2 Manual Control Unit

Version / Date
2019-06-25
pdf - 663 KB
English
Documentation

Short Instructions MS247EK

Hexapod Systems: H-xxx Hexapod with C-887.5xx Controller

Version / Date
2.0.0 06/2020
pdf - 2 MB
Version / Date
2.0.0 06/2020
pdf - 2 MB
Documentation

User Manual MS244

C-887 Hexapod Controller, Models C-887.52, C-887.521, C-887.522, C-887.523, C-887.53, C-887.531, C-887.532, C-887.533

Version / Date
1.4.0 2023-01-03
pdf - 4 MB
Version / Date
1.4.0 2023-01-03
pdf - 5 MB
Documentation

Technical Note A000T0068

PI Hexapod Simulation Tool. Determining the workspace and the permissible load of the hexapod.

Version / Date
2020-02-10
pdf - 834 KB
Version / Date
2020-02-10
pdf - 850 KB
Documentation

User Manual C887T0011

EtherCAT Interface of C-887.53, .531, .532, .533 6D Hexapod Controllers

Version / Date
2021-08-23
pdf - 2 MB
English
Documentation

Technical Note C887T0021

Motion of the Positioner. Position and Orientation in Space, Center of Rotation.

Version / Date
2017-11-27
pdf - 355 KB
Version / Date
2017-11-27
pdf - 359 KB
Documentation

User Manual C887T0007

Description of Coordinate Systems for Hexapod Microrobots and Parallel-Kinematic Positioners

Version / Date
2018-04-23
pdf - 951 KB
Version / Date
2018-04-23
pdf - 985 KB
Documentation

User Manual E712T0016

Fast Multi-Channel Photonics Alignment. Hardware and Firmware for Fast Optical Alignment in Silicon Photonics Production.

Version / Date
2023-03-14
pdf - 10 MB
English
Documentation

User Manual C887T0001

Description of PIHexapodEmulator software

Version / Date
2021-08-23
pdf - 428 KB
English
Documentation

User Manual C887T0002

Description of C-887.VM1 PIVeriMove Software for the Collision Check

Version / Date
2017-04-25
pdf - 629 KB
English
Documentation

User Manual C887T0003

Description of C-887.MC Hexapod Control Unit

Version / Date
2012-10-22
pdf - 299 KB
English

3-D Models

3-D Models

C-887 3-D model

Version / Date
2023-01-30
zip - 24 MB
3-D Models

C-887.53x 3D Model

zip - 6 MB

Software Files

Software Files

C-990.CD1 Releasenews

Version / Date
2.7.0, 2024-01
pdf - 311 KB
English
Software Files

PI Software Suite C-990.CD1

Version / Date
2.7.0, 2024-01
zip - 801 MB

General Software Documentation

General Software Documentation

User Manual A000T0075

Implementing a C-887 PI Controller in TwinCAT 3.1 for Motion and Coordinate System Activation

Version / Date
2020-02-24
pdf - 1 MB
English
General Software Documentation

User Manual A000T0028

Updating PI Software with PIUpdateFinder

Version / Date
2020-05-20
pdf - 482 KB
Version / Date
2020-05-20
pdf - 488 KB
General Software Documentation

Software Manual SM146

GCS Array Data Format

Version / Date
1.2.1
pdf - 153 KB
English
General Software Documentation

Software Manual SM148

PIMikroMove

Version / Date
2.14.1 2022-02-28
pdf - 4 MB
English
General Software Documentation

Software Manual SM151E

PI GCS2 DLL

Version / Date
2.10.0 2019-08-26
pdf - 1 MB
English
General Software Documentation

Software Manual SM155

PI MATLAB Driver GCS 2.0

Version / Date
1.2.0 2019-03-22
pdf - 1 MB
Version / Date
1.2.0 2019-03-22
pdf - 1 MB
General Software Documentation

Software Manual SM156

PIStages3Editor for editing the PIStages3 database

Version / Date
2.1.0 2020-08-03
pdf - 2 MB
Version / Date
2.1.0 2020-08-03
pdf - 2 MB
General Software Documentation

User Manual A000T0067

Information on the PIStages3 database. What must be considered when changing from PIStages2 to PIStages3.

Version / Date
2020-01-13
pdf - 543 KB
English
General Software Documentation

Software Manual SM157

PIPython - Programming PI Controllers with Python

Version / Date
2021-08-17
pdf - 866 KB
Version / Date
2021-08-17
pdf - 874 KB
General Software Documentation

Technical Note A000T0089

PI Software on ARM-Based Platforms

Version / Date
2023-05-08
pdf - 276 KB
General Software Documentation

User Manual SM163

PIVirtualMove. Simulation program for parallel-kinematic multi-axis systems

Version / Date
2023-10-13
pdf - 3 MB
English
General Software Documentation

User Manual SM164E

Updating controller firmware with PIFirmwareManager

Version / Date
12.12.2023 1.0.0
pdf - 819 KB
English

White Paper

White Paper

Industrial Safety Device for Hexapods

How to Connect a Safety Light Barrier to a Hexapod System

Version / Date
WP4025E 2020-02
pdf - 1 MB
Version / Date
WP4025D 2020-01
pdf - 1 MB
White Paper

Controlling Hexapods via EtherCAT®

Easy Integration of Six-Axis Robots into the Process Environment

Version / Date
WP4021E R1 2019-07
pdf - 1 MB
Version / Date
WP4021D 2019-07
pdf - 1 MB

Quote / Order

Ask for a free quote on quantities required, prices, and lead times or describe your desired modification.

Compatible Products Related Controllers Compatible Software Services