cybelec Modeva RA Data Sheet

ModEva RA

ModEva RA is an evolution of Cybelec’s ModEva range. Its programming console has both a large touchscreen and a
traditional keypad and operates with full 3D simulation software.
ModEva RA is composed of 2 main elements:

• The programming console: located within the operator's reach, generally fixed to a pendant arm.

• The CNC rack: placed inside the electric cabinet.

ModEva RA can control up to 18 axes, of which 2 are synchronized hydraulic axes especially int ended for press-brakes.
ModEva RA system software gives manufacturers the ability to configure axes, inputs/outputs and auxiliary functions
according to their needs.

Since ModEva RA is the continuation of the ModEva range, it benefits from the exact same compatibilities as the previous
ModEva numerical controls in terms of hardware:

• Same wiring.

• Same signals.

• Same electronic interface.

• Same commissioning procedures.

To work with programs prepared on older machines, the classic ModEva interface is still accessible (ModEva 15S mode).

ModEva RA is available in two software versions

• ModEva RA

• ModEva RA Premium

For the preparation of work in the office, Cybelec offers PC-RA, an off-line software with the same features as in ModEva
RA Premium.

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Console Hardware

Console

TFT screen
Keypad
Resolution
Touch screen
USB port
Power
Seal
P-Link
Auxiliary panel for machine buttons
Handle

Temperature, pollution level,
relative humidity, during work.

Weight

CNC Hardware

The CNC is available in 3 rack sizes depending on the configuration:

ModEva RA CNC/C

CNC rack version "C" (Compact): can control 2, 4 or 6 axes, and up to 10 axes with CANopen axes*.

15"
41 keys
1024x768
Yes
1
Through the panel link.
IP 54.
2 cables RJ 45 twisted pair category 6. Cables 5 m or 10 m. Dist. > 5 m with CYBELEC repeater.
Option
Inclusive
Min. 5° Celsius, max. 40° Celsius.*

Relative humidity (10 to 85% non-condensing).
* If the ambient temperature approaches or exceeds 40° Celsius, it would be advisable to install
special ventilation, or even air-conditioning.

Approximately 5 kg.

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ModEva RA CNC/M

CNC rack version "M" (Medium): can control 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 or 14 axes, and up to 18 axes
with CANopen axes*.

ModEva RA CNC/L

CNC rack version "L" (Large): a special large rack version available upon request.

CNC Axes Configuration

Rack version
No. of axis boards

Axis position (slot N°)

Most common configurations

CNC / C (Compact) CNC / M (Maxi)

2 5

0 1 0 1 2 3 4 5
NMX - NMX NSX NSX
NMX NSX NMX NSX NSX NSX
NMX NLR NMX NSX NSX NLR
NCX - NMX NSX NSX NLR NMX
NCX NLR NCX NLR NMX NSX

Definitions

Hydraulic axes: Analog axes especially intended for controlling the beams (Y1-Y2), controlled by the NPU board.
Analog axes: An NMX/NSX board provides a speed command to the axis drive as a +-10VDC voltage as well as

a small number of digital signals. Axis position is provided to the NMX/NSX board b y an
incremental encoder as a quadrature signal.

CANopen axes: An NCX board provides motion commands and receives position information from the axis drives

via a CAN bus abiding to CANOpen conventions. One NCX board can control up to 8 axes
depending on the options. A ModEva CNC can be equipped with a maximum of 2 NCX boards.
Please contact Cybelec before ordering if you consider CAN for your axes.

NMX: A master board for 2 analog axes. In addition, an NMX can control up to 3 NSX slave boards.
NSX: A slave board for 2 additional analog axes. An NSX in all cases requires an NMX board.
NCX: CANopen board for up to 8 CANopen axes. This board can handle various protocols according to

the type of servo-amplifier used. It is possible to combine NCX and NMX/NSX boards, in order to
combine CANopen and analog axes. ModEva RA accepts up to 2 NCX boards

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CNC Configuration

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Reference

3D Software
System
CPU
RAM
Disk
Network
USB 2.0
Printer port
Keyboard input
Mouse input
Screen output
Y1, Y2
RS 232 port
Serial port for PLC
Analog axes

CAN axes
Incremental encoders
Digital inputs
Digital outputs
Analog inputs

Analog outputs FA

Power supply
Seal
Temperature, pollution level, relative

humidity during work.

Weight

Electrical axes configuration (analogue: A, Can: C, Mixed: M)

Rack version C or M or L

Number of axes 02 to 18
Type of machine, PS, PC

NLR board, ex: angle measurement device

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ModEva RA.
Windows XP Pro Compact.
AMD Fusion T40R, 1GHz
2 GB.
16 GB flash.
Yes, Ethernet RJ45.
2, with RJ45 extensions (10 m)
Yes.
Yes, PS/2 or USB
Yes, PS/2 or USB
Yes, STD VGA.
NPU board.
Yes, 2 of which 1 configurable to RS 422 (LazerSafe).
Yes, on NPU board. RS232 configurable to RS 422 (Pilz).
NMX, NSX boards, 2 axes per board, according to configuration and rack version.

Zout output impedance < 100 Ω , Zl load ≥ 10 kΩ.
NCX boards, depending on configuration and rack version.
5V DC line driver, complementary signals are obligatory.
NIN boards, 32 inputs 24 VDC opto-coupled.
NOT boards, 32 outputs, 24 VDC "sources", max 2.5 A / output (NOT 204). Max 6 A / board.
NIN boards, 6 analog inputs.

Depending on configuration 0-10, 0-24 VDC A/D 8 bits.
NOT boards, 4 outputs, 0-10 VDC (8 bits) for the auxiliary functions,

Zout output impedance < 100 Ω , Zl load ≥ 10 kΩ.
24 VDC / max 4A
Must be installed in an approved electric cabinet.
Min. 5° Celsius, max. 40° Celsius.*

Relative humidity (10 to 85% non-condensing).

If the ambient temperature approaches or exceeds 40° C, it would be advisable to install special
ventilation, or even air-conditioning.

Rack version C: approx. 5 kg.
Rack version M: approx. 6 kg. Depending on equipment.
Rack version L: approx. 7 kg. Depending on equipment.

15%.

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