StepUp is program of ABB’s for upgrading

older process control equipment to the

latest Advant OCS solutions at particularly

favorable terms. The theme of the program

varies from time to time; this time the turn

has come to users of MasterPiece 200⁄1

controllers to upgrade to the latest Advant

Controller 400 series process controllers, at

substantially reduced prices.

You gain performance; Count on three to

five times the speed of your current

machine(s) (vs. Advant Controller 450) and

multiple amounts of more memory.

Higher processing speed and more

memory means more work done faster, as

well as more space for trend data storage.

You gain functionality; Advant Controller

400 series offers a number of important

functional improvements, e.g.:

• Support for a number of new, popular

communication protocols, e.g. Advant

Fieldbus 100, Profibus DP, LONWorks

and Allen-Bradley’s DF1.

MicroFlex e190 is a compact high-performance servo drive,

reimagined for future machine designs.

MicroFlex e190 embraces all major motor feedback types, together

with selectable Ethernet technologies. Its versatility provides a migration path for existing

designs and future network-centric automation solutions.

One drive, many possiblities

MicroFlex e190 is designed to carry today’s control

designs into the future. By supporting PTO and

analog control, it provides flexible options for

existing or legacy applications as well as a migration

platform to Ethernet based control and ‘IoTSP ready’

machine designs through integrated Ethernet:

– EtherCAT®

 and Powerlink

– EtherNet/IPTM

– Modbus TCP

– PROFINET IO

Rethining usability

MicroFlex e190 breaks the mould of similar products

by rethinking usability throughout the product life

cycle. MicroFlex e190 introduces a simpler approach

to selection, installation, operation and maintenance.

The MotiFlex e180 servo drive delivers capability and performance you can depend on.

It combines Ethernet technology, advanced multitasking programming and safety as standard.

The MotiFlex e180 can operate from 200 to 480 V AC three-phase with motor rms current range from 3 to 50 A servo duty.

Ethernet and motor feedback interfaces are fully integrated and optimized for demanding motion applications.

Highlights

− Wide range of motion functions

− EtherCAT®, Modbus TCP,

EtherNet/IPTM, and PowerLink

− Dynamic control of rotary and linear servo motors

− Safety as standard with integrated safe torque off in accordance to IEC 61800-5-2, SIL3, PL e

Applications

− Metal cutting and forming

− Printing and converting

− Laser/water-jet/textile cutting

− Rubber and plastics

− Wood working

− Textiles

− Packaging

Introduction

The purpose of this application note is to explain the steps required to get an ABB motion drive operating in conjunction with an

AC servo motor and ‘tuned’ to achieve the best possible performance. Although some references are made to induction motor

parameters, setup and tuning of induction motors is covered by a separate application note.

MicroFlex e190 and MotiFlex e180 motion drives

The MicroFlex e190 and MotiFlex e180 are sophisticated servo drives which have been designed to meet the requirements of

both de-centralised single axis intelligent solutions and centralised multi-axis systems, providing high performance in an

economically priced device.

They provide an ideal solution to many machine applications and are ideal components for machine builders and system

integrators.

In this application note we will describe the commissioning process for a MotiFlex e180. The process is almost identical for a

MicroFlex e190 drive so references in this document to MotiFlex e180 are generally interchangeable with MicroFlex e190 unless

stated otherwise.

Equipment required:

– MotiFlex e180 servo drive running the latest firmware, with the correct feedback option module fitted

– BSM motor with either Incremental encoder, SSi, EnDat, SinCos, Hiperface, SmartAbs, Resolver1

 or BiSS feedback

– PC running Windows 7 or later

– Motor feedback cable terminated with suitable connectors at both ends

– Motor power cable with a suitable connector at the motor end

– Mains supply to the MotiFlex e180 (3 phase 200-480VAC or 1 phase 230VAC is also possible with frame sizes A and B

providing the PHASELOSSMODE parameter is set to 0)2

– Ethernet Cable

The ACQ580 is the latest addition to the ABB drives portfolio. 

This robust, compact and energy efficient drive is designed for

securing the flow of water and wastewater in your pumping system.

The drive is available in power ranges from 1 to 150 HP at 230V, 1 to

350 HP at 460V, and 2 to 250 HP at 575V. It is available in UL Type

(NEMA) 1 and 12 enclosures.

Secure the flow

The ACQ580 variable frequency drive (VFD) delivers innovative

pumping features for the water and wastewater industry. Primary

Setting menu and assistants simplifies commissioning, setup and

daily control. Embedded water and wastewater application

features create an intuitive environment for users and dedicated

pumping features enhance the performance of the pumping system.

Speak the language

Leveraging clear, water industry terminology, the control panel

enables operators to efficiently interface with the drives in terms

they use every day. The optional Bluetooth control panel allows for

wireless commissioning and monitoring.