Output Cam TO - Part I
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3.1
Overview of Output Cam TO
3.1.1
General information about the Output Cam TO
The Output Cam technology object
● Generates position-dependent switching signals
● Can be assigned to positioning axes, synchronous axes, path axes or external encoders
● The axes can be real or virtual.
Different switching signals distinguish different types of output cam:
● Software cam
Switching signals are used internally in the user program by evaluating the relevant state
system variable.
● Hardware cam
Switching signals are output externally on I/O devices by assigning a digital output to the
Output Cam TO. For example, digital output modules from the ET 200 I/O system can be
used for the cam output.
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Figure 3-1
Interconnection options for the output cam TO
Output Cams and Measuring Inputs
Function Manual, 04/2014
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