ConveyLinx Networked Drive Control

ConveyLinx is our advanced high-end networked motor drive controller which provides many innovative features for zero pressure accumulation (ZPA) or ANY application utilizing low voltage brushless DC motors.

ConveyLinx gives you in-depth control of virtually every possible motor driven roller (MDR) application in use today. Out of the box, it functions as a zero pressure accumulation (ZPA) controller for either two PULSEROLLER Senergy motor rollers or two of our Pulse Gear Drives. This is accomplished by connecting two drive motors, two sensors, supplementary I/O, and standard Cat5 shielded ethernet cable to the next downstream card.

To configure our standard ConveyLinx control, you go to the most upstream module, and simple press the Install button on the card to begin the installation process.

When it comes to more complex conveyors, ConveyLinx can be directly connected to most major brand PLC's using ProfiNet, Modbus, or EthernetIP. All required GSD and EDS files are available. Once a PLC is connected it may take control over any and every zone in the conveyor system if required. There are certain levels of "control" a PLC can use such as "ZPA Mode" which gives you basic control over motor speed, accumulation points, and tracking.

There is also a PLC mode which gives you access to every single I/O and register available on the card which effectively turns the card into a motor starter and I/O block. ConveyLinx Ethernet capabilities also allow for EthernetIP and ModbusTCP giving you many more options for PLC connectivity.

ConveyLinx also supports internal tracking for your ZPA system. Tracking data can be passed from zone to zone automatically as product travels down the conveyor system. If there are complex mechanical control on the conveyor such as pushers, transfers, mergers, or diverters, you can use the internal tracking to make the appropriate decision.

Our software tool, ConveyLogix, allows you to create your own customized programs and download directly into ConveyLinx for control of all motors and I/O, effectively transforming the module into a fully functional PLC. This type of control makes it perfect for controlling the more complex mechanical devices on a system without the use of another PLC.

When the conveyor is fully configured and ready for operation, a backup of all parameters and settings can be made to save them for further use. However this backup file is not required for later adjustments or changes to the conveyor. All further changes and adjustments only need an installed version of EasyRoll on your PC or laptop.
24V motor drive roller (MDR) control system
Two zones per module reduces cost and time
ZPA logic built-in for quick installation
Seamless integration with ConveyLinx and ConveyNet-IP
Capable of PLC logic for special conveyor applications
Simple installation
Ethernet networked for all major PLC suppliers
High torque modules available
Freezer modules available
Mechanical braking output available
ODVA Ethernet I/P conformance tested
Profinet conformance tested

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Reduces Cost and Saves Time
Super Compact Design

Deterministic Network

Collects Important Information

Robust M8 Connections

CE ETL UL and IP54

ConveyLinx Drawings

ConveyLinx HTF Drawings

Drawings

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SE Breakout Module Drawings

Documentation

Software

- EasyRoll V4 19
  Title: EasyRoll Tool
  Version: V4.19
  Description: EasyRoll is Conveylinx's primary configuration tool for making configuration changes to setup motor type, speeds, accel, decel, timers and many other parameters only available on ConveyLinx.

PLC Files

Firmware

- ConveyLinx 4 25
  Title: Conveylinx Firmware
  Version: V4.25
  Description: This downloads is ConveyLinx and ConveyNetip firmware which must be downloaded using the EasyRoll Tool.

ODVA Firmware

- ConveyLinx 5 02
  Title: ODVA Certified Conveylinx Firmware
  Version: V5.02
  Description: This download is ConveyLinx, ConveyLinx IO and ConveyNetip firmware which must be downloaded using the EasyRoll Tool. ::::::::::::::::Please do not upgrade to 5.02 with current PLC programs if the instances haven't been changed to match ODVA standards::::::::::::::

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Versatile

ConveyLinx gives you in-depth control of virtually every possible motor driven roller (MDR) application in use today. It can also be connected to most major brand PLC's using ProfiNet, Modbus, or EthernetIP with all required support files available for download here (link). Once a PLC is connected, ConveyLinx can be configured to take control over every zone in the conveyor system. (The technology you use makes a difference. Ensure the conveyor company uses technology that’s configurable, proven, highly customizable, low cost, and efficient.)

Gives You Complete Control Over the System

ConveyLinx offers the user three levels of control. The first is default ZPA mode, which allows basic control over motor speed, zone accumulation, internal tracking and zone communication. Second is is PLC mode, in which the card’s default internal logic program is suspended, allowing a PLC to connect and take full control of the card’s I/O and registers. This mode effectively turns the card into a motor starter and I/O block. Third, the card’s internal logic can be suspended, and an operator can use ConveyLogix software to create customized programs with direct download to the ConveyLinx controller. This allows an operator to control all motors and I/O, effectively transforming the module into a fully functional PLC. This type of control makes it perfect for controlling the more complex mechanical devices on a system without the use of another PLC.

- CE Certified, RoHS Compliant. IP20

- Option for ETL Listed (UL 6101-2 & UL 61010-2-201)

- Provides control for 1 or 2 ZPA Zones or acts as an 8 In /2 Out Dual Motor control remote I/O unit to a PLC

- Auto detection of PNP or NPN sensors and light/dark operate when configured for ZPA control

- Single push-button Auto-Configuration from a single controller to configure up to 221 controllers on a network

- 3-Port Ethernet switch with standard RJ-45 ports for easy daisy chaining of network cables from controller

to controller

- 9 Pin JST style header socket for motor connection

- Thermal and overload motor protection plus optional Proportional-Integral regulated motor speed control

- 4 RJ-11/12 ports for easy plug and play connections for sensors and interlock signals

- 8 Tri-colored context sensitive LED indicators

- Simultaneously recognizes Ethernet I/P, Modbus TCP, and Profinet I/O protocols on the same controller

- Motor speed and ramp parameters and ZPA adjustments accessible with EasyRoll Configuration Software

- User programmable functionality available with ConveyLogix Software (see Pulseroller.com for details)

Technical Data

Input Voltage	18 to 28VDC
Input Power	NEC Class II Certified
Rated Motor Output Current	2.5A x 2 (ECO), 3.5A x 2 (Boost and Boost-8)
Available Starting Current	3.0A x 2 (ECO), 5.0A x 2 (Boost), 8.0A x 2 (Boost-8 HTF Only)

Characteristics data

*Rated torque and rated tangential force of BOOST-8 are the same value as BOOST.
Speed code	Gear box	Gear ratio	ECO mode							BOOST & BOOST-8 mode
			Speed (f/min)	Torque (in-lbf)		Tangential force (lbf)		Current (A)		Speed (f/min)	Torque (in-lbf)			Tangential force (lbf)			Current (A)
			Speed (f/min)	Rated	Starting	Rated	Starting	Rated (max)	Starting	Speed (f/min)	Rated	BOOST Starting	BOOST-8 Starting	Rated	BOOST Starting	BOOST-8 Starting	Rated (max)	BOOST Starting	BOOST-8 Starting
15	3 stage	45.00	6.4 ~ 64.7	26.2	145.0	27.4	151.6	2.5	3.0	6.4 ~ 46.8	47.4	189.1	215.0	49.9	197.7	224.8	3.5	5.0	8.0
20		33.00	8.8 ~ 88.3	19.2	106.2	20.1	111.0			8.8 ~ 63.9	34.9	138.4	157.4	36.5	144.7	164.5
25		27.00	10.7 ~ 107.8	15.7	87.0	16.4	90.9			10.7 ~ 77.9	28.6	113.5	129.0	29.9	118.6	134.8
35	2 stage	18.33	15.8 ~ 159.0	10.6	59.0	11.1	61.6			15.8 ~ 115.0	19.4	76.9	87.4	20.3	80.4	91.4
45		15.00	19.2 ~ 194.0	8.7	48.3	9.1	50.5			19.2 ~ 140.3	15.9	63.0	71.6	16.6	65.9	74.9
60		11.00	26.3 ~ 285.0	6.4	35.4	6.7	37.0			28.3 ~ 191.6	11.6	46.1	52.4	12.1	48.2	54.8
75		9.00	32.1 ~ 323.2	5.2	29.0	5.4	30.3			32.1 ~ 233.8	9.5	37.8	43.0	9.9	39.5	44.9
95	1 stage	6.8182	42.3 ~ 426.7	3.9	21.9	4.1	22.9			42.3 ~ 308.6	7.2	28.6	32.5	7.5	29.9	34.0
125		5.00	57.7 ~ 581.9	2.9	16.1	3.0	16.8			57.7 ~ 420.8	5.3	21.0	23.8	5.5	21.9	24.9
175		3.6667	78.8 ~ 794.9	2.1	11.8	2.2	12.3			78.8 ~ 574.8	3.8	15.3	17.4	4.0	16.0	18.2
215		3.00	96.2 ~ 969.8	1.7	9.6	1.8	10.1			96.2 ~ 701.3	3.1	12.6	14.3	3.3	13.1	14.9

Certifications:

- CE Certified, RoHS Compliant. IP20

- Option for ETL Listed (UL 6101-2 & UL 61010-2-201)

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