Aerotech U500PLUS-PCI

The Aerotech U500PLUS-PCI is a multi-axis motion controller card that connects directly to a host computer via PCI bus, enabling precision positioning and synchronized output control across multiple axes. The U500PLUS delivers high-speed motion control with a maximum tracking rate of 10 MHz in dual-axis firing mode, supporting up to four axes of amplifier and feedback connections through the BB500 Interface Board. This architecture allows integration with non-Aerotech drives and motors, making it adaptable to diverse automation environments.

Technical Specifications

• Controller Type: Multi-axis motion controller card


• Bus Interface: PCI


• Maximum Axes: Four axes (via BB500 Interface Board)


• Maximum Tracking Rate: 10 MHz (dual-axis firing mode)


• Input Voltage Compatibility: 115V and 230V AC sources

Key Features

• Position Synchronized Output (PSO) and laser firing support via J104 auxiliary connector


• Flexible motor feedback interfaces: RS-422 encoders, absolute encoders, analog encoders, Hall-effect, thermistor, and brake outputs


• Four axes of amplifier and feedback terminal blocks on BB500 Interface Board


• High-speed user inputs and digital I/O capability through J104 connector


• Encoder fault detection and end-of-travel limit inputs


• Configurable internal or external power via BB500 jumper settings

Key Interfaces

• Auxiliary I/O (J104): Encoder channels, PSO/laser firing, digital I/O, analog output, high-speed inputs


• Motor Feedback (J103): Multiple encoder types, Hall sensors, thermistors, fault detection


• BB500 Interface Board: Four-axis terminal blocks, power connector, three U500/U600 connectors, noise mitigation through metal enclosure mounting

Compatibility & Integration Compatible with IBM PC/AT systems featuring PCI slots, UNIDEX 500 Motion Controller software, and Windows platforms. The BB500 Interface Board enables connection to UNIDEX 600 controllers and third-party motor drives, eliminating dependency on proprietary amplifier ecosystems.