Germanjet news, technical articles and resources
Node addresses 1–127 must be unique network-wide and the baud rate must be uniform network-wide; includes a configuration procedure and a six-category on-site fault table.
The device name, not the IP address, is the PROFINET identity; includes GSDML configuration, the RT/IRT trade-off and cycle time setting.
The structure of the CANopen object dictionary, the division of labour where position values travel over TPDO and parameters over SDO, and the order in which to bring a device online.
How to allocate multi-magnet position values across TPDOs under the 8-byte frame limit, with mapping steps and synchronous trigger essentials.
A three-step configuration method — import the GSD, set the station address, select the module — including byte order and resolution conversion essentials.
Welding fixture and press slide position in automotive manufacturing: high cycle rates, vibration resistance and μm-level positioning explained.
Cylinder stroke monitoring in water pumping stations: maintenance-free outdoor long-stroke operation and protection class explained.
Pressing and tilting positioning on glass machinery: pressing stroke and debris protection explained.
Cylinder position in waste compaction equipment: heavy load, dust protection and shock-resistant selection explained.
Filling piston and sealing positioning on packaging machinery: volumetric accuracy and washdown protection selection explained.
Radiotherapy couch and operating table position in medical equipment: repeatability, safety and clean design selection explained.
Position monitoring in explosive atmospheres for chemical reactor agitator lift, vessel lid and valve travel: intrinsic-safety 17EX and isolator wiring essentials explained.