A PLCopen Function Block (FB) library has been added to our Machine Control Studio (MCS) programming software. This library is for use with the MCi200 and MCi210 Machine Control option modules compatible with Unidrive M700 and Digitax HD series drives.

The advantages of using PLCopen for Motion applications are:

• It simplifies the usage of the AMC (Advanced Motion Controller) by including an AMC configuration tool within the MCS software
• The Function Blocks are well documented and consistent across multiple vendors
• Software development time is reduced
• Software development cost is reduced
• Standardization makes code easier to read and follow

Available Function Blocks