Description
Engineered for high-speed, large-scale industrial automation, the Omron NX701-1720 central processing unit delivers advanced synchronization and integration within the Sysmac NX7 platform. This controller combines sequence control, motion control, OPC-UA communication, and direct database connectivity into a single unified engine, allowing real-time data collection and high-speed execution.
Operating with a primary task cycle time of 0.125 ms, the NX701-1720 motion controller manages demanding multi-axis applications with a capacity of up to 256 synchronized axes. Standard on-board interfaces include an EtherCAT Master port for deterministic motion network routing and dual EtherNet/IP ports for enterprise-level communication and industrial fieldbus integration.
Features
- Simultaneous execution of sequence control, motion control, and database transactions.
- Direct database connection functionality for seamless logging to SQL servers.
- Ultra-high-speed processing capability with a 0.125 ms task execution cycle.
- Expanded memory architecture featuring 80 MB for programs and 260 MB for variables.
- Built-in dual-network topology utilizing EtherCAT Master and EtherNet/IP protocols.
- Direct connection to local and remote NX I/O bus expansion modules.
Applications
- High-speed packaging and sorting machinery.
- Precision semiconductor and electronics manufacturing.
- Multi-axis robotics and pick-and-place assembly lines.
- Continuous process lines requiring integrated enterprise database logging.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Omron |
| Model / Part Number |
NX701-1720 |
| Controller Family |
Sysmac NX7 Series |
| Control Functionality |
Sequence control, Motion control, DB connection, OPC-UA |
| Primary Task Cycle Time |
0.125 ms |
| Program Memory Capacity |
80 MB |
| Variables Memory Capacity |
260 MB |
| Max. Synchronous Axes |
256 |
| Max. Axes (including Virtual) |
256 |
| Communication Ports |
EtherCAT Master, EtherNet/IP, Ethernet TCP/IP |
| I/O System Compatibility |
NX I/O Bus |
| Weight |
0.88 kg |
Installation Guidelines
Prior to mounting, ensure the installation environment is free from conductive dust, corrosive gases, and excessive mechanical vibration. Secure the unit onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail inside a protective control cabinet.
Maintain proper physical clearance above and below the unit to facilitate convective cooling. Connect the functional ground terminal directly to a low-impedance industrial ground bus to minimize electromagnetic interference. All communication cabling must use shielded RJ45 connectors and Category 5e (or higher) Ethernet cables for reliable industrial networking.