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How do I connect a proximity switch to a D3 DC motor control?

Michael Hornung | 8. July 2019

The proximity switches, which are inductive as limit switches, offer greater process reliability when operating a linear axis.  Waterproof, dustproof and no mechanical or electronic wear. These are the advantages over using mechanical proximity switches. You can see here how to connect the inductive proximity switch to the D3 DC motor control.   Tip For […]

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CanOpen and the fast connection to the D1 motor control

Michael Hornung | 8. July 2019

In a few seconds, the D-Sub connector for the CAnOpen connection is mounted to the dryve D1 motor control. Here is the video shown in a few seconds. Tip For those of you who want to know and read more about the operation of the D1 dryve motor control, see the complete manual here. Vote […]

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Can I connect an external switch to the D3 DC motor control?

Michael Hornung | 8. July 2019

For those who want to use a switch or a joystick for driving to the right and left (this is, of course, up and down for a table height adjustment) – yes, it works. You can see here how to connect this to the DC motor control. Vote Up +0 Vote Down -0You already voted!

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The connection of the Modbus TCP cable to the D1 motor control

Michael Hornung | 8. July 2019

How do I connect the Modbus TCP cable to the dryve D1 motor control. Enclosed is a short demo video. Tip For those of you who want to know and read more about the operation of the D1 dryve, the complete manual. Vote Up +2 Vote Down -3You already voted!

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Is it possible to integrate the D1 into a higher-level control system?

Michael Hornung | 1. July 2019

Yes, that’s possible. The available communication interfaces make connecting to a higher-level industrial control system such as a PLC or an industrial PC very easy. But not only that … the D1 works just as well with microcontrollers like an Arduino or single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi. Thus, the D1 is also well prepared […]

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