The ideal system for CNC machines control
CSMIO/IP-S is a 6-axis motion controller. In combination with a PC and simCNC control software, it’s an ideal system for CNC machine control. CSMIO/IP-S was designed for professionals, CNC automation manufacturers, retrofit specialists, and hobbyists, who want to equip their machine tool with efficient, stable and flexible CNC control system for the reasonable price.
How does it work?
In short, simCNC control software installed on a computer is the brain and CSMIO/IP-S controller is the heart of a control system. The simCNC control software changes gcodes into motion trajectory and sends them to the CSMIO/IP-S through the network connection. Basing on the trajectory, the controller generates an accurate step/dir signal for all axes. This division of tasks makes the computer less loaded.
The Main Advantages
Operation Stability is provided by connection with PC via Ethernet – its physical layer is galvanically isolated, and used protocols provide reliable and fast transmission even in the tough industrial environment). Practically any other interface does not provide continuity and reliability of transmission on such a high level as ETHERNET. That is why it is currently the worldwide standard for high-speed digital communication.
Easy installation – one of the most significant advantages of CSMIO/IP-S is the simplicity of installation. It does not require any external electronics for correct operation. Inputs/outputs signals are optically isolated, filtered, protected against short circuits, overheating, etc. All signals are adapted to industry 24V standards. The device is enclosed in a compact housing and mounted on a DIN rail, making mechanical and electronic installation in a control cabinet take less time and more comfortable.
CSMIO/IP-S controller is supported by professional, dedicated simCNC software. As for the control signal, it is the favorite step/direction (step/dir) standard. This way, you can control both – stepper motor drives and the most modern servo drives. Thanks to the frequency of the stop signal that reaches 8MHz with the simCNC software, you can take maximum advantage of stepper division in stepper motors, reducing resonance and significantly improving the propulsion system’s performance. It also provides the full advantage of encoders with a large number of pulses per rotation in servo drives, and the same lets you achieve such precision and speed, which previously were unavailable in this price sector.
The main advantages of the CSMIO/IP-S controller
- Step/dir signal – after the first run of a CNC machine equipped with the CSMIO/IP-S controller, you will notice how smooth and precise your motors’ work is. It’s thanks to high-quality step/dir signal and data buffer, which stores a small part of the trajectory sent by the simCNC software.
- Data buffer – the mentioned trajectory buffer provides uninterrupted CNC machine operation, even in case of temporary problems with network connection or software control problems.
- Slave axis support – up to 3 slave axes support with gantry geometry correction.
- Safety system – the significant advantage of the CSMIO/IP-S controller is its safety system. It constantly watches over the safety of a user and a machine. It consists of many independent algorithms and watchdogs that react very fast in forbidden or alarm situations. RESET support for axis drives. Support of FAULT signals from servo drives (immediate stop of a machine in case of any axis accident).
- Solid aluminum housing, which dissipates heat and protects electronic circuits very well. Readable led controls on a front panel make it easier to install and simplify diagnostics in case of any problems with switches or other external devices that cooperate with the CSMIO/IP-S.
- Macros – you can control all digital and analog signals using Python (simCNC) macros.
- Industry-standard – CSMIO/IP-S controller is adapted to worldwide standards applied by servo and stepper drives manufacturers, including:
- step/dir outputs supported by differential line transmitters DS26C31 (RS422 standard compliant)
- opto-isolated 24VDC digital outputs supported by specialized systems with protection against short-circuit and overload.
- opto-isolated 24VDC digital inputs
- 0-10V analog inputs are used to connect potentiometers of spindle rotation speed correction and axis feed rate.
- 0-10V analog outputs used, i.e., for VFD control.
Expansion modules
You can extend CSMIO/IP-S features using the additional expansion modules:
- CSMIO-ENC – the module provides threading capability with an encoder, rigid tapping
- CSMIO-MPG – module for manual axes operation using handwheel encoder. Very smooth control of machine motion, automatic switching between speed and position modes.
- CSMIO-IO – module of additional 16 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs (24V, opto-isolation, overload protection). You can use up to 16 of these modules.
The CSMIO/IP-S controller housing and all the expansion modules is adapted to DIN 35mm rail mounting.
Main & Special Features
simCNC software (included) – read the complete description of the simCNC software.
CSMIO/IP-S – below the summary technical specification. The first column – CSMIO/IP-S.
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PARAMETER |
CSMIO/IP-S |
CSMIO/IP-A |
CSMIO/IP-M |
| Number of axes | 6 |
6 |
4 |
| Digital inputs number |
32 |
24 |
12 |
| Digital outputs number |
16 |
16 |
4 |
| Relay outputs number |
– |
– |
2 |
| Analog inputs number |
4 |
4 |
2 |
| Analog outputs number |
2 |
6 (+/- 10V) |
2 |
| Supply voltage |
24VDC +/-10% |
24VDC +/-10% |
24VDC +/-10% |
| Power consumption |
5W |
5W |
5W |
| Maximum voltage on in/out lines |
30VDC |
30VDC |
30VDC |
| Maximum load of output line |
250mA |
250mA |
250mA |
| Voltage range of analog inputs |
0-10VDC |
0-10VDC |
0-10VDC |
| Maximum load of analog outputs |
5mA |
5mA |
5mA |
| Axis’ drivers control type |
Step/Direction (STEP/DIR) |
Analog |
Step/Direction (STEP/DIR) |
| Maximum frequency of STEP signal (Mach3/simCNC, Mach4) |
4MHz /8MHz |
– |
125kHz |
| STEP signal duty cycle |
50% |
– |
50% |
| PC connection type |
Ethernet 10/100Mb |
Ethernet 10/100Mb |
Ethernet 10/100Mb |
| Ambient temperature range |
0oC to +60oC |
0oC to +60oC |
0oC to +60oC |
| Relative humidity (without condensation) |
10% – 95% |
10% – 95% |
10% – 95% |
| CSMIO-MPG module support |  |
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| CSMIO-IO module support | |
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| CSMIO-ENC module support | |
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| Backlash compensation | |
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| Homing on INDEX | |
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| Slave axes | |
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*basic |
| THC analog mode | |
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| Spindle axis | |
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| #G32# threading | |
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| RIGID TAPPING | |
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| Closed Loop Spindle Control | |
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| Feedback | |
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CSMIO/IP-A and CSMIO/IP-S support rigid tapping (sample video) and for that they require:
- CSMIO-ENC module
- incremental encoder with INDEX signal (recommended 10.000 p/rev with all edges), installed on a spindle, spindle pulley 1:1
- VB macro M84 is available on our website
Application
CSMIO/P-S is recommended to users/companies who:
- retrofit original CNC machines that require a large number of digital signals for tool magazines or automatic transmission support,
- build new, fast and precise milling machines or routers equipped with a high frequency of step/dir signal servo drives,
- build very large machines equipped with riding gantry that requires two independent servos or stepper drives Master and Slave driving. Slave axis function provides software gantry geometry correction in case of minor inaccuracies in the construction or low rigidity of the gantry.
- plan to develop/expand their control system in the future with additional modules (threading, JOG- handwheel).
CSMIO/IP-S can be successfully used with milling machines, lathes, routers, plasma, or laser cutters.
In the CSMIO/IP-S package you will get:
- CNC CSMIO/IP-S Controller
- 2xDB25 -> Terminal Block adapter
- 2xDB25 + 1xDB9 -> Terminal Block adapter
- Ethernet connection wire
- 4xDB25 ribbon wire
- DB9 connection tape
- 1x 3 pin power plug
- simCNC software (license key sent in email)
CSMIO/IP-S dimension
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Updates
simCNC Control Software
The device works with simCNC software by CS-Lab (included). SimCNC software doesn’t require any additional plugin. While we send your order by shipping carrier (FedEx, TNT, UPS, or DHL), you will receive the simCNC license in an email. SimCNC software doesn’t require any additional plugins.
Download simCNC software: simCNC DOWNLOAD. Install, open, and enter your license file into the Settings (configuration) menu.
Read more: simCNC Updates
CSMIO/IP Firmware (plugin) and Updates
CSMIO/IP controllers always have the newest firmware. Updates are done using the intuitive Firmware Update Utility. All the CSMIO/IP controllers have a bootloader on board, so there is no risk of damaging the device after the firmware update fails. SimCNC software doesn’t require any additional plugins to be used with CSMIO/IP.
Drivers supported
CSMIO/IP-S supports step/dir servo and stepper drivers.
CSMIO/IP-S supports simDrive servo drives available in CS-Lab’s store.
Download
simCNC software doesn’t require any additional plugins to be used with CSMIO/IP. Download simCNC software, documentation, and check the Changelog.
The CSMIO/IP controllers’ firmware is successively developed. All CS-LAB controllers have a bootloader installed, so there is no risk of hardware damage in the event of a failed software update. The update is carried out using an intuitive update wizard, it does not require knowledge of the hardware itself. SimCNC software does not require installing any additional plugins to work with CSMIO/IP.
