R50C Motor Driven Roller Controller

The R50C MDR Controller helps keep control of conveyors and other equipment in one system and gives system designers more efficient control of motor driven rollers using a PLC and Modbus® communication. Two configurable I/O channels and a 0–18 volt output provide precision MDR control. Standard A-coded M12 connectors for signal and L-coded M12 connectors for daisy chaining motor power simplify installation of multiple motor driven roller controllers on a conveyor.

• Easily control motor driven rollers from a PLC using Modbus communication
  • Simple system integration via direct connection to PLCs using Modbus RTU, or through DXM gateways using common Ethernet protocols, keeps control of conveyors and other equipment in one system
  • Two discrete channels can be configured as inputs or outputs to control start/stop, direction, or define error conditions
  • 0–18 volt analog output provides precise speed control for both regular and high-speed motor-driven roller systems
  • Modbus RTU communication allows full speed control via the PLC, which static DIP switches commonly found on other MDR controllers cannot
• Simplify installation of multiple R50Cs on a conveyor using standard A-coded M12 connectors for signals and L-coded M12 connectors for daisy chaining up to 16 amps of motor power
  • All connections use compact, sealed, industry-standard M12 connectors
  • L-coded M12 pass-through connections handle up to 16 amps of power that can be shared among all controllers in series to satisfy higher-current demands of motor-driven rollers
  • L-coded M12 connections use 40 percent less space but carry up to 80 percent more power than traditional 7/8-inch connectors, allowing longer daisy chains that reduce wiring and installation time
  • Motor power and device controls are on separate circuits, maintaining communication with the R50C while a connected safety controller can cut power in stop conditions
• Can be used in refrigerated, wet, and other challenging environments with IP67-rated fully sealed housing and -40° C to 70° C operating range without an additional protective enclosure
• Monitor status and troubleshoot with ease via LED indicators
• Create a complete conveyor control system by easily integrating photoelectric sensors, which detect the leading edge of a package and enable zone control
• Compatible with many types of MDRs with integrated control designs; see product manual for a detailed list of compatible MDR manufacturers’ products