Our controller enables the system’s high performance because it

manages a distributed control architecture. Whereas centralized

control architectures close the servo and current loops on a

central controller, the Automation 3200 platform closes the

position, velocity, and current loops on each individual network

drive (Ndrive), avoiding processing bottlenecks. The A3200 SMC

uses a real-time operating system that runs with higher priority

than Windows®. The PC executes programs and sends the

position commands to the Ndrive via the IEEE-1394 (FireWire®) or

HyperWire glass-optical-fiber high-speed serial bus.

A3200-iPC Industrial PC

The A3200 SMC is available pre-installed and optimized on

the Aerotech A3200-iPC industrial PC. This PC is fully tested

and optimized. The A3200-iPC is ready to work right out of the

box, allowing fast integration of your value-added process. Get

more information including specifications, CADs, and ordering

information on our A3200-iPC web page.Aerotech MACHINE CONTROLLERS A3200 SOFTWARE-BASED