The SuperCAT family of software-defined EtherCAT motion controllers, announced today, marks a significant advance in EtherCAT motion control solutions. It not only improves performance and simplifies the integration of automated processes, but also provides cost-effective hardware and simpler software configuration. The product transcends the limitations of hardware such as computing power and bandwidth, making communication within the system smoother and improving the overall performance and productivity of semiconductor, optoelectronics, electronics manufacturing and other industries.

The SuperCAT family addresses hardware limitations, supporting up to 128 axis synchronous control and cycle times from 4ms to 125μs;
The SuperCAT family facilitates integrated and simultaneous development of motion control, machine vision and data analytics;
Cost-effective solution with flexible hardware configuration and software feature options;
One-stop purchase, including EtherCAT master and sub-device modules, compatible with standards from more than 30 partners.

High-performance multi-axis motion control and real-time operating system

The SuperCAT family outperforms hardhard-based motion controllers, extending the number of axes supported from 64 to 128 axes and achieving faster cycle times up to 125μs based on existing computing power.

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Effectively manage and collaborate with different automation systems

SuperCAT integrates RTOS (Real-Time operating System) to enable efficient multitasking, ensuring accurate synchronization and timely execution of tasks when multiple teams are simultaneously developing motion control, machine vision, and data processing.

Cost-effective solutions with flexible hardware configurations

As a cost-effective solution, SuperCAT offers a high degree of flexibility in both software functionality and hardware configuration. The software provides users with three levels of functional options: point-to-point, interpolation, and app ready. In addition, the SuperCAT family is available in USB and file license versions that support industrial PCS based on Intel® Atom® to Xeon® processors, allowing users to choose the combination that best suits their application based on different setup preferences and desired hardware performance.

Connecting various EtherCAT devices is easier

By providing a one-stop shopping experience and building strong partnerships with 30 ecosystem partners, the EtherCAT solution simplifies the deployment of motion control processes. These include the main device (PCI-833X series /SuperCAT series) and more than 100 sub-devices. With user-friendly motion control software and Automation Product software (APS SDK), our EtherCAT total solution makes it easy and fast to create and deploy applications.

“The launch of the SuperCAT series not only showcases Linghua’s expertise in motion control technology, but also reflects our desire to continue to innovate and reach new heights.” “With our software-defined EtherCAT solution, we have redefined what is possible for motion control and system integration, enabling our customers to unlock unprecedented performance, accelerate development cycles and dramatically reduce costs,” said Simon You, Product Center Director for the Smart Devices Business.