The name of the configuration file that you need to use in CPRog for your robot is composed as follows. Use the table below to identify the
filename:
In general, any configuration file is comprised like this <#><IGUS_DQ_arm/IGUS_arm>_<4DOF/5DOF>_<SV/BV>_<AE/ME>.prj
Igus robolink DQ arm or Igus robolink D arm? <IGUS_DQ_arm/IGUS_arm>
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There are several types or robolink robot arms, the most common is the D arm, named just “IGUS arm” |
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4 DOF or 5 Glossary?
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DOF is the acronym for “degrees of freedom”, meaning the number of robot joints. The robot on the right is 5 DOF. Note: the white gripper is not counted. |
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BV or SV?
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BV stands for Big Version with 2.5 kg payload. SV stands for Small Version with 0.5 kg payload. Measure the diameter of joint 2. 5cm = BV; 3cm = SV |
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AE or ME?
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ME versions use a motor encoder, AE version use a encoder on the gear output. Count the number of sockets of any of the modules labelled "Stepper Motor Driver Module" on the DIN Rail. 4 sockets = ME; 3 sockets = AE |
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