Conveylinx-Ai2 Advanced Intelligence Drive Control

ConveyLinx-Ai2 is our advanced intelligence, high end networked motor drive controller which provides many innovative features for zero pressure accumulation or ANY application utilizing low voltage brushless DC motors.

Over the past 10 years, ConveyLinx has become the industry's favorite choice for controlling low voltage conveyor and other islands of automation. An IP54 networked motor controller with highly advanced features such as built-in accumulation, stand-alone programmability, dynamic braking, closed-loop speed, internal tracking and so much more. With a quarter-million installed globally, it's apparent the need for in-depth modular control and diagnostics over a high-speed network is a necessity in today's automation applications.

ConveyLinx-Ai2 is the most powerful Controller within the PULSEROLLER family. It gives you in-depth control of every possible motor driven roller application available.

Out of the box ConveyLinx is a zero pressure accumulation controller for either two Senergy-Ai or Pulse Geared Drive-Ai drives. This is accomplished by connecting two drive motors, two sensors, supplementary I/O, and a standard Cat5 shielded ethernet cable to the next downstream card.

After wiring is completed, you must install our free downloadable software package EasyRoll. After installation, a PC is connected to the first or last ConveyLinx card by using a standard Ethernet cable. EasyRoll then initiates automatic addressing and configuration for zero pressure accumulation operations of each card connected. Further changes to the configuration can also be accomplished by using EasyRoll. There is a wide range of parameters that can be adjusted including all timers, roller speed, acceleration, deceleration, direction of transportation, and many more features only found in ConveyLinx-Ai2.

When it comes to more complex conveyors, ConveyLinx-Ai2 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 allow you basic control over the system such as motor speed, accumulation points, and tracking. There is also a PLC mode which gives you access of every single I/O and register available on the card which effectively turns the card into a motor starter and I/O block. ConveyLinx-Ai2 Ethernet capabilities also allow for EthernetIP and ModbusTCP as well giving you many more options for PLC connectivity.

ConveyLinx-Ai2 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 controls on the conveyor such as pushers, transfers, mergers, or diverters, you can use the internal tracking to make the appropriate decision.

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 the laptop.

24V motor drive roller (MDR) control system
2 zones per module reduces cost and saves time
ZPA logic built in for quick installation
Automatically reads motor connected for important information
Seamless integration with ConveyLinx and ConveyLinx-IO
Capable of PLC logic for special conveyor applications
4-pin M8 standard connectors
Ethernet networked for all major PLC suppliers
ODVA Ethernet I/P conformance tested
Profinet conformance tested
Low profile design
Capable of driving all PULSEROLLER motors
On-board PLC feature - Write your own program.
Ethernet connections to most major brand PLC's and PC's

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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

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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.

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.

Part number : ConveyLinx-Ai2 (For SENERGY-Ai motor)

- CE certified, RoHS compliant, IP54 rated

- ETL Certified to UL Standards (Optional)

- M8 - 4 pin connector for Motors and Sensors

- Ethernet I/P, Modbus/TCP, PROFINET Connectivity

- Baud rate: 10Mbps / 100Mbps

- 2 Zones control (Up to 2 sensors and 2 motors connections)

- Both NPN/PNP photo-eye sensor applicable

- Auto configuration for ZPA (Zero Pressure Accumulation) conveyor set-up (from EasyRoll software)

- ZPA logic; Singulation, Train and Gap Train

- EasyRoll Software for changing default configuration and customizing functionality of each module

- Motor error detection (Overload, Over-current, motor not connected)

- Jam error detection (Sensor Jam, Arrival Jam)

- Separate power for Motor and Logic

Technical Data

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

Certifications:

- CE Certified, RoHS Compliant. IP20

Robust and Unique Gearbox Design significantly improves life expectancy
Provides wide ranges of Speed and Power using Low Energy
JST Cabling for Simple Installation and Robust Cable Routing, IP54
CE Approved
ROHS Compliant
ETL Certified to UL Standards Available
IP54 & IP66 Ratings Available
ETL Certified to UL Standards Available
High Torque Rollers Available
Freezer and Wash-Down Rated Rollers Available
Mechanical Braking Available

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