Take the AZ Series as an example, and show the features of the DGII Series.

Direct Load Fastening is Possible

Loads with large inertia such as tables and arms can be installed directly on the output table, eliminating the need for connecting parts (collars), reducing design and assembly effort and parts costs.

Large-Diameter Hollow Output Table

Hollow holes can be used for wiring cables and for air and liquid piping.

High Strength

Can Drive Heavy and Large Loads

Maximum permissible axial load is 4000 N. Maximum permissible moment is 100 N·m. It can drive even a load with a large mass or inertia.

Small Surface Runout

Loads can be placed away from the center of the output table.

High Positioning Accuracy

Integrated Structure to Reduce Equipment Setup Time

Reduce the Time Required for “Design,” “Assembly,” and “Adjustment”

Equipment tables and arms can be installed directly on the output table.

High Power Drive With Cross Roller Bearings

• The figure above shows the motor vertical mounting structure. As for the structure of the hollow output table, the same applies to the motor horizontal mounting.

Use According to the Space

Motor vertical mounting and motor horizontal mounting types are available. It can be selected according to the installation space in the equipment.

Advantages of Motor Horizontal Mounting

• Machining of motor clearance hole is not necessary, thereby simplifying the installation plate.
• Cables, pipes, etc. can be routed between the legs under the table.

Selectable Mounting Direction

The DGII Series can be installed horizontally, as well as on ceilings and walls, giving more options for equipment design.

Motor Vertical Mounting

Motor Horizontal Mounting

Battery-Free Absolute Encoder Equipped

It is equipped with a small battery-free mechanical absolute encoder (ABZO sensor). This can help improve productivity and reduce costs.

• Mechanical-Type Sensor
  Retains positioning information even when power is not supplied
• Multi-Rotation Absolute Encoder
  Absolute position detection is possible with ±900 (1,800) revolutions of the motor shaft from the home position

Simplifying the Main Program via Sequence Function

The AZ Series come equipped with a wide variety of sequence functions such as timer settings for linked operation and during operations, conditional branching, and loop operation. (excluding some models)
It can be set up using the support software MEXE02, which simplifies the sequence program of the host system.

• Positioning Operation Data Setting Value (max. 256)
• General-Purpose I/O Signal Counts (Input 10, Output 6)
• Communication I/O Signal Counts (Input 16, Output 16)

Convenient Operation and Setting

The AZ Series features allow you to drive:

Reduce Takt Time With Shortcut Operations

Move the shortest distance toward the set target position.

Example)
Moving from the 0˚ position to 270˚, the shortest counterclockwise rotation direction is automatically selected and driven.

Set No-Entrance Area

Ensure equipment is not damaged by collisions with obstacles and work area is maintained.

Infinite Multi-Rotation is Possible

Equipped with a wrap function that can automatically reset the current position to “0°.” Infinite multi-rotation operation is possible.

• Watch the video to see how it works
• Input conditions to determine if the wrap function can be used

Reduces Equipment Setup Time

The parameters required to operate the hollow rotary actuator are set at the time of shipment. Contributes to reduced equipment setup time.

[Example of parameters set at the time of shipment]

• Home position
• Resolution (0.01°/step)
• Setting the rotation direction of the output table
• Wrap function setting (±180°)

• *Each initial value can be changed.

Applications and Usage Examples

Applications Dealing With Load Moments

Drivers That Can be Selected to Match the Host Controller

The lineup is available for a variety of controls, systems, and interfaces.

Driver Type		Compatible Interfaces	Single Axis Driver
			AC Input		DC Input
			AZ Series Equipped	AZX Series Equipped	AZ Series Equipped
Network Compatible	Drivers are controlled directly from a host control device through industrial network	EtherCAT	○	○	○
		EtherNet/IP™	○	○	○
		PROFINET	○	○	○
		MECHATROLINK-III	○	－	－
		SSCNET III/H	○	－	－
Built-In Controller	Operation data is built into the driver.Controllable via Modbus (RTU) and I/O. Can be controlled via CC-Link by using a network converter	Modbus (RTU) I/O CC-Link*	○	－	○
Pulse Input With RS-485 Communication	Controlled by pulse signal. Motor status information can be monitored via Modbus (RTU).	Pulse input Modbus (RTU)	○	－	○
Pulse Input	Controlled by pulse signal	Pulse input	○	－	○

• DC input mini drivers and multi-axis driver lineups are also available.

• *Available when using a network converter (sold separately).

• *EtherCAT® is registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany.
• *EtherNet/IP™ is a trademark of ODVA.
• *PROFINET is a trademark or registered trademark of PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation e.V. (PNO).
• *MECHATROLINK is a registered trademark of the MECHATROLINK Members Association.
• *SSCNET III/H is a registered trademark of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.
• *CC-Link is a registered trademark of the CC-Link Partner Association.

AZ Series-Equipped Product Line

Since the motors equipped are the same, the operating and maintenance methods are the same.

Electric Actuators (AZ Series equipped)

• The power supply input of the equipped motor differs between Series. Refer to each Series page for the detailed product line.

Battery-Free Absolute Encoder Equipped Servo Motor

The servo motor AZX Series used as the drive motor is equipped with the same battery-free mechanical absolute encoder (ABZO Sensor) as the AZ Series.
This servo motor is specialized for positioning and continuous operation.

• Mechanical-Type Sensor
  Retains positioning information even when power is not supplied
• Multi-Rotation Absolute Encoder
  Absolute position detection is possible with ±900 revolutions (1800 revolutions) of the motor shaft from the reference home position

• Refer to here for details on AZX series.

The basic operation method is the same as those equipped with the AZ series

The basic operation method for models equipped with the AZX series is the same as those equipped with the AZ series.
The AZX Series and the AZ Series can be used together in the same equipment without the hassle associated with changes in operability.

Wiring	Signal system wiring
Setting	Switch and parameter functions, setting methods (MEXE02 used)
Control	Command ID number when controlling over a network
Operation Functions	Built-in positioning operation function, etc. in the driver

Easy Drive From PC with Support Software MEXE02

By using the support software MEXE02, you can set and edit operation data and various parameters, as well as teach and monitor various conditions.

Comprehensive Support From Start-up to Maintenance with a Variety of Functions

• Startup and Evaluation

  Useful functions for wiring check and test operation are provided.

  • Setting and Saving of Operation Data
  • I/O Monitoring
  • Teaching, Remote Operation
• Adjustment

  The following functions are available to help you adjust motor operation after the equipment is installed.

  • Waveform Monitoring
• Diagnosis and Maintenance

  Diagnostic and maintenance functions are available for trouble diagnosis and maintenance after operation is started.

  • Alarm Monitoring
  • Unit Information Monitor
  • Status Monitor