Axiomatic Controls with CAN Communications - An Overview

A Controller Area Network, CAN, is a network of independent controllers that communicate using a two-wire bus. All Axiomatic CAN controllers support the CAN 2.0B physical layer. There are several high-level communication standards for CAN buses, and Axiomatic's design engineers are experts in both SAE J1939 and CiA CANopen protocols. All our CAN products can be ordered with either protocol, and other protocols can be supported on request.

Axiomatic offers a diverse lineup of CAN bus module platforms that can be customized for OEM applications. We also offer off-the-shelf products with software that covers a range of 'standard' applications for each hardware platform. The embedded software can also be quickly modified to meet OEM requirements on request. Our CAN devices are field-proven and use robust circuits and rugged packaging for use in harsh environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CAN?
What is SAE J1939?
What is CiA CANopen?
What can Axiomatic's standard products offer me?

CAN Control Applications:

  • Commercial Vehicles
  • Construction Equipment
  • Electric Lift Trucks
  • First Response Vehicles
  • Golf Carts
  • Lift Equipment
  • Marine
  • Material Handling
  • Military
  • On/Off Road Electric Vehicles
  • Power Generation
  • Rail
  • Robotics
  • Sweepers, Scrubbers, Floor machines
  • Utility Vehicles
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    OEM Solutions
    How will Axiomatic help me develop an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Solution?

    CAN Application Platforms
    Control logic and CAN communications can be programmed to meet application-specific requirements. Hardware modifications are also available to optimize the design for the OEM.

    Off-the-shelf CAN Products

    List of Axiomatic Control Products With CAN Communications

    List of Standard CAN Automation Products

    Software modifications are available on request to meet OEM requirements.

    CiA CANopen Products

    SAE J1939 Products

    General CAN Products

    CAN Gateway - P/N: MVCANGW-2

    SAE J1939 Products

    DC Power Products

    Battery Charger, 12V/24V, 10A - P/N: AX09000X
    DC Motor Control, 200A - P/N: AX100050 (Contact us.)

    Hydraulic Valve Drivers

    Single Channel CAN Controller - P/N: AX021600
    Fan Drive Controller - P/N: AX020100
    Quad Output - P/N: AX020503
    9 Output, 12/24/48/72V - P/N: AX021200
    6 Digital Output - P/N: AX021300

    On-Engine Controls

    RTD Module - P/N: AXRTD8
    Thermocouple Scanner Module - P/N: TC20
    Discrete I/O Module - P/N: DIO12-8

    Sensors

    Inclinometer, 2-axis - P/N: AX060000 (Contact us.)

    Signal Level I/O

    12 Analog/Switch Input - P/N: AX030000 (Contact us.)
    10 Analog Input, 12/24/48/72V - P/N: AX030100
    16 Analog I/O - P/N: AX030200

    Service Tools

    AX020501 - Service Tool for Quad Valve Controller AX020500 (RS-232 port)

    AX070500 - Electronic Assistant for ALL Axiomatic J1939 products (uses CAN port)
    Electronic Assistant - Scope
    Electronic Assistant - Visual
    Software Development Kit (SDK)
    CAN-USB Converter
    AX070502 - Electronic Assistant KIT, includes all of the above.

    CiA CANopen Products

    DC Power Products

    Battery Charger, 12V/24V, 10A - P/N: AX090001 (Contact us.)

    Hydraulic Valve Drivers

    Quad Output - P/N: AX020502 (Contact us.)
    32 Input/Output - P/N: AX021101
    9 Output, 12/24/48/72V - P/N: AX021201 (Contact us.)
    6 Digital Output - P/N: AX021301 (Contact us.)
    32 Digital I/O - P/N: MVDIO32-CO
    24 Proportional/Digital I/O - MVMIO24-CO Series

    Sensors

    Inclinometer - 1 axis, +/- 85 deg.- P/N: MVINC-CO-1
    Inclinometer-1-axis, 360 deg.- P/N: MVINC-CO-1-360
    Inclinometer - 2 axis - P/N: MVINC-CO-2-180
    Resolver Module (Encoder) - MVRES-CO-V2 Series
    Tilt Sensor - P/N: AX060100 (Contact us.)

    Signal Level I/O

    12 Analog/Switch Input - P/N: AX030001 (Contact us.)
    10 Analog Input, 12/24/48/72V - P/N: AX030101 (Contact us.)
    16 Analog I/O - P/N: AX030201 (Contact us.)

    User Interfaces

    Display - DM586 Series (Can be used as a network master)
    DM3800 Series
    Dual CAN Display Application Platform-P/N: DM8300-APH-X (Contact Axiomatic Oy.)

    Other

    Slave I/O Module - P/N: DM8300-CO (Contact Axiomatic Oy.)
    Universal Master Module - P/N: DM8300-UMM (Can be used as a network master)

    CANopen Service Tools

    CAN-USB Converter - esd electronics gmbh product is recommended. (It is available from Axiomatic or esd-electronics.com.)




























































    List of CAN Application Platforms

    CAN Master Modules

    Display - DM586
    Universal Master Module - DM8300-UMM

    Hydraulic Valve Drivers

    Fan Drive Controller, AX0203xx Series

    • 3 Temperature Sensors and 1 PWM Temperature Signal
    • 4 Digital Input Functions and 1 Analog Override Input
    • 1 Proportional and 1 ON/OFF Outputs
    • RS232 for User Configuration with a PC
    • CAN port for SAE J1939

    Quad, AX0205xx Series

    The solenoid driver regulates the proportional current through a load for up to four output channels as well as one digital output for an on/off valve. It features four analog inputs that can be configured for 0-5V, 0-10V or 0(4)-20mA input sources, and two frequency inputs that can be configured for either PWM, pulse (RPM) or counter input sources. Configuration as an Active High or Active Low Digital input is user selectable. It has a CAN 2.0B transceiver, and can send the input measurements to a bus. Each output can either be controlled by any input on the controller, or by commands received from the CAN bus. There are 3 models including J1939 and CANopen units.

    16 I/O, AX0206xx Series

    The rugged I/O module interfaces with 2 PWM signals from 2 single-axis joysticks (or one dual-axis), or PWM signal from another source such as an engine control module. Up to 6 digital inputs and 1 analog 0-5V input are accepted for connection to a variety of input devices or instrument panel controls. The controller drives up to 5 proportional valves, 1 on/off valve or relay and 1 LED. An optional 0-5V output can drive on-board valve electronics. The RS-232 port is used for user configuration and diagnostics via a PC. CAN communications permit networking in a vehicle control system.

    24 I/O, AX0207xx Series

    The hydraulic I/O controller provides precise, repeatable control of 6 proportional and 4 on/off solenoid valves (or other combination). Valve current control is based on 1 temperature sensor input, 1 RPM sensor input, up to 2 PWM inputs, up to 5 universal analog inputs (0-5V, 0-10V, 0-20mA or 4-20mA) and/or up to 6 digital inputs. Two +5V references are available to power the analog input devices. The robust design accepts 9...32V power supply input and is packaged in an IP67 rated housing with 48-pin connectors. The controller is designed for remote mounting. The RS-232 port interfaces to PC with Tera Term freeware for user configuration and diagnostics. A CAN port is provided.

    24 Proportional/Digital I/O - MVMIO24-CO Series

    32 I/O Machine Controller, AX0211xx Series

    The rugged controller can be used as a complete system controller all in one. Its high I/O count lends itself to a contained solution for applications where a distributed system is not desirable. It has redundant power supplies, built in E-stop, and other hardware features that make it ideal for application where safety and reliability are of paramount importance. For the same reasons, it is an ideal platform to be used to develop a system master or primary controller.

    32 Digital I/O - MVDIO32-CO Series

    9 Output, 12/24/48/72V, AX0212xx Series

    The controller was designed to operate over a wide range of power, from 8 to 96V, without the need for a regulated power supply. It will regulate the proportional current through a load for up to nine output channels. It has a CAN 2.0B transceiver, and since there are no inputs on the controller, the outputs will be controlled solely by messages received from the CAN bus. This controller is intended to extend the output capabilities of a system.

    6 Digital Output, AX0213xx Series

    The valve controller has six digital outputs that can be configured as either on/off, pulsed (<200Hz) or timed outputs. It also has two analog inputs that can be configured for 0-5V or 0(4)-20mA input sources, and three frequency inputs that can be configured for either PWM, Pulse (RPM), Counter or Active Low Digital input sources. Each input could also be configured for an Active High Digital input. It has a CAN 2.0B transceiver, and can send the input measurements to a bus. Each output can either be controlled by any input on the controller, or by commands received from the CAN bus.

    On-Engine Controls

    RTD Module - AXRTD8 Series

    • Reads up to eight (8) Platinum RTD inputs with 2, 3, and 4 wire configurations
    • Three way isolation is provided for the CAN line, inputs and power supply.
    • Temperature information is provided to engine control system over SAE J1939.
    • Monitored parameters and diagnostics as well as setpoints are supplied by customer specification

    Thermocouple Scanner Module - TC20 Series

    • Reads up to 20 Type J or K thermocouple inputs
    • Three way isolation is provided for the CAN line, inputs and power supply.
    • Temperature information is provided to engine control system over SAE J1939.
    • Monitored parameters and diagnostics as well as setpoints are supplied by customer specification

    Discrete I/O Module - DIO12-8 Series

    The DIO module reads 12 discrete inputs and sets 8 Form C relay outputs. SAE J1939 communications permit networking. The RS-232 port is used for user configuration and diagnostics. It features rugged packaging and watertight Deutsch IPD connectors. A LED indicates operational status. Applications can include networked power generator set control systems.

    Power Products

    BLDC Motor Controller

    Signal Level I/O

    12 Analog/Switch Input, AX0300xx Series (Contact us.)

    The signal converter features 1 CAN port with two additional active low connections for unit net ID programming. Using the CAN port, the user can configure the module, view diagnostic information and upload new software. The module accepts up to 3 universal analog inputs (0-5V, 0-10V, 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA) and up to 6 analog resistive inputs for multistate switches (50 Ohm to 5,000 Ohm). An optional speed sensor input or digital input (active low) is provided. A 2 Amp digital output can be provided or an additional analog input (0-5V, 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA) on request. A lamp or relay can be driven from a command switch using the auxiliary circuitry (on request). The sophisticated microprocessor can accommodate complex control algorithms for advanced machine control applications. Rugged IP67 rated packaging with watertight connectors in addition to a rugged power supply input section is suitable for the harsh environment of mobile equipment.

    10 Analog Input, 12/24/48/72V, AX0301xx Series

    This controller was designed to operate over a wide range of power, from 8 to 96V, without the need for a regulated power supply. The controller has ten inputs that can be configured for either 0-5V, 0(4)-20mA, PWM, Pulse (RPM), Counter, or Active High Digital input sources. It has a CAN 2.0B transceiver, and can send the input measurements to a bus. This controller is intended to extend the input capabilities of a system.

    16 Analog I/O, AX0302xx Series

    The controller features 1 CAN port for user-defined communications over the bus. It accepts up to 8 analog inputs (0-5V, 0-10V, 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA). Voltage references are provided to power external sensors. The user can alternatively select PWM inputs. The I/O module provides 8 analog outputs (0-5V, 0-10V, +/-5V, +/-10V, 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA). The sophisticated on-board microprocessor can accommodate complex control algorithms for advanced control applications. A RS-232 port is provided for user configuration via PC. For CAN applications, a CAN master configures the module via the CAN port. Rugged IP67 rated packaging in addition to a 12 or 24V power supply input section suits power generation and large engine applications.

    Last Updated: April 29, 2008


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