Slo-Syn 3180-EPI Superior Electric Indexer Motor Drive

Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180-EPI Indexer Motor Drive Overview

Features:

• Bipolar
• Speed Adjustable
• Maximum running Speed of 10,000 Full Steps Per Second
• 3180-PI: Full/Half Step
• 3180-PI10: 1/10 Microstep
• 3180-PI125: 1/125 Microstep

The Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180-EPI Indexer Motor Drive may still be available for purchase and support from Artisan Technology Group beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).

Indexer Motor Drive Price & Specs

Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180-EPI Indexer Motor Drive Description

Functions

Closed-loop, servo-controlled drive for precise positioning of stepping motors. Accepts step and direction commands, or indexer commands, and provides current to the motor windings. Includes overcurrent, overvoltage, and short-circuit protection. Operates on AC input power, and features an encoder feedback interface for position verification and control.

Platforms

High-performance motor drive designed for precise control of stepper and servo motors in automation systems; operates on industrial control platforms with digital and analog I/O interfaces, supporting synchronization with PLCs and motion controllers via standard communication protocols such as-232/485; RS-232/485; integrates with encoder feedback and provides microstepping and closed-loop control capabilities; commonly used in packaging, assembly, and robotics applications requiring accurate positioning and speed control.

Applications

Performs synchronized multi-axis motion control for precision positioning applications through programmable indexing sequences. Interfaces with stepper motors via pulse and direction signals, accepting encoder feedback for closed-loop operation. Communicates through RS-232/RS-485 serial protocols and discrete I/O for PLC integration. Accepts 24-48VDC power input with configurable motor phase currents. Commonly deployed in automated assembly lines, pick-and-place machines, packaging equipment, semiconductor manufacturing, medical device assembly, and laboratory automation systems requiring repeatable positioning accuracy.

Accessories

Requires slo-syn stepper motors (typically NEMA 34/42), 24-90VDC power supply, DB-15 interface for encoder, DB-25 for I/O connections, DIP switches for configuration. Features dedicated pulse/direction interface, optically isolated I/O, motor current limiter. Compatible with Slo-Syn SS2000 series motors. Mounts on DIN rail or panel. Needs thermal management for continuous operation. Accepts quadrature encoder feedback. Requires programming via RS-232/485 serial interface with 9-pin connector.

Interfaces

DB25 female RS-232 serial communication port for programming and control, two 8-pin DIN connectors for step motor connections supporting 4-wire, 6-wire, or 8-wire bipolar series/parallel configurations, 12-position terminal block for digital I/O including 8 programmable inputs (5-24VDC) and 4 outputs (30VDC/500mA max), separate 4-position power terminal block for DC power input (24-48VDC) and motor power, BCD thumbwheel switch interface for program selection, front panel LED status indicators for power, fault, and program status

Specifications

The 3180-EPI is a stepper motor drive designed to control Slo-Syn stepper motors, performing indexing and positioning operations. It operates on a 120/240VAC input voltage and provides pulse and direction control signals. The unit interfaces with external controllers via opto-isolated inputs and outputs, utilizing a 25-pin D-sub connector for I/O and motor connections, commonly used in automated machinery. Typical applications include precise motion control in manufacturing, robotics, and packaging equipment.

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Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180-EPI Indexer Motor Drive Manuals, Datasheets, Drivers, Links

• Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180 Series Manual (pdf)
• Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180 PI Manual (pdf)
• Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180 PT Manual (pdf)
• Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180 PTO Manual (pdf)
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Danaher Motion / Superior Electric Slo-Syn 3180-EPI Indexer Motor Drive Specs

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