ClearPath-SC (Software Control) Series Overview

[@nightmareinaction629]

I like teknic company as they don't seem to only focus on industrial machinery they also seem to have some love for the diy people outhere

[@DIYGuitarMods]

Hi, I just got my hands on an SCSK servo and I went through the whole SC series manual looking for info on hooking it up as described @1:45 . So like an SD model. My application uses a pokey57CNC Controller which outputs step and direction signals. Could you kindly point me in the direction of where to find that info?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Ian, thanks for reaching out. If you contact Teknic directly we’d be happy to forward you information and wiring diagrams on modifying the Teknic SC4-Hub to accept Step and Direction signals. teknic.com/contact/ It sounds like you are already aware of this, but for those who aren’t, both ClearPath-SC and ClearPath-SD can be configured for step and direction input, which is compatible with many CNC controllers. If you use the ClearPath-SD, set up is simple: wire the CNC controller to the ClearPath-SD and make sure your engineering units agree. With this, your integration between the CNC controller and the ClearPath-SD is done. If you elect to use a ClearPath-SC, in addition, you’ll need a computer host for the sFoundation software API, and you’ll have to write code managing when the ClearPath-SC software is issuing commands and when the CNC controller is issuing commands. Many CNC controllers are not designed to easily interface like this, and the ones that do are usually custom solutions designed for applications requiring more machine flexibility compared to what the typical CNC controller offers. As a result, the vast majority of CNC customers use the ClearPath-SD with an off-the-shelf CNC controller. This allows excellent performance with minimal integration effort. But there is a use case for the ClearPath-SC in CNC. Specifically, CNC customers integrating the ClearPath-SC are almost exclusively OEMs. These equipment manufacturers have the engineering resources and make the software development investment to maximize machine flexibility and gain a competitive edge. Other than this OEM exception, ClearPath-SD is typically the best fit for CNC applications. Best regards, Matt C. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@DIYGuitarMods]

@@TeknicInc Thanks Matt, I really appreciate the response!

[@JOELwindows7]

Why not emmerge these three powerful: SD, MC, and SC into single and preffered *ClearPath DP* ? It's *Duper Awesome!* All 3 features of SD, MC, and SC all in one package! I am confused for which servo I have to choose. I wish all useful things do not separate. When I chose this, I got these, but not those. Then I have another one and I got those but not these. *Ugh!* How infuriated I am when I need world's most reliable servo? So please, guys, can you have this problem considered?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Joel, The idea for a ClearPath model that combines the SD, MC and SC operating modes is one that we hear from time to time, so you are not alone. In talking with other people about this idea, if they could buy a model that could do everything, they could try out all operational modes and features and use what works best for them. Unfortunately, there are a number of technical and cost reasons why we need three different series of ClearPath. We understand that choosing the optimal ClearPath is not always easy but we are more then happy to help you decide which series is best for you. Please contact us at [e-mail]. Also, remember, you’ll have 90 days to evaluate the model to determine if it is a good fit. If it’s not, you can return it for a full refund and try something else. Best regards, Aaron B.

[@yousafrehman40]

Hi, I am from Pakistan. Is the shipping service available in Pakistan? and if yes then how many days it will take to reach?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi uc, Yes, shipping to Pakistan is available on Teknic’s webstore. International webstore orders of up to 5 motors will ship from Teknic’s facility in 5 days plus the time it takes for shipping to Pakistan. If you order more than 5 motors, then the first 5 will ship in 5 days plus shipping time and the remainder of the order will ship in 3 weeks plus shipping time. Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] if there is anything else we can help with. Best regards, Mark D.

[@TheFelipeaugustopixo]

where can i buy it,im from brazil ?

[@TeknicInc]

Thank you for your interest in ClearPath. You can purchase from Teknic's website. We ship directly to Brazil.