Sun Hydraulics Compact, Bluetooth- Configurable XMD Electrohydraulic Drivers

Sun Hydraulics has introduced its XMD Bluetooth-configurable electrohydraulic drivers, the first product in the company’s new line of low-cost, high-performance electronics developed in conjunction with recently acquired Enovation Controls.

• CE and E-Mark rated
• Achieves 100-V/m radiated immunity (Level 3, Class A)
• Simplified configuration via a free cell phone App
• SAE J1939 CAN communication capabilities
• Selection of pre-programmed profiles for common tasks
• Diagnostic mode
• Easily shape and apply output curves
• Compact, measures 3.381 x 2.303 x 1.403 in (85.87 x 58.49 x 35.62 mm)
• Sealed in an IP69K-rated, solid-potted enclosure
• Two models – the XMD-01 with a single universal input and PWM output and the XMD-02 with two universal inputs and two PWM outputs
• Can handle a full range of common input formats, all of which are software configurable, including 0-5V DC; 0-10V DC; 4-20 mA; Digital; 60 Hz-5 kHz Pulse; 60 Hz-2.5 kHz PWM; 0-10 kΩ; SAE J1939 messages
• PWM outputs range from 0-3000 mA with ± 1-mA resolution at 0-5 kHz high-frequency PWM
• Ability to superimpose 30-500 Hz dither in 1-Hz intervals to improve the performance and precision of controlled devices including pumps, valves, motors and cylinders
• Integral diagnostics for open/short circuit detection
• Integrated flyback protection
• +5-Vdc reference output
• 0-65-second ramp time programmable in 1-mS increments 
• Compatible with standard DIN 35-mm rails
• Can also be mounted to any flat surface such as a manifold block using an innovative snap-in-place installation bracket
• Electrical connection via standard 12-pin Deutsch connector
• Open architecture allows many compatible connections and coil types, including DIN 43650, Amp Junior Timer, twin-lead, metri-pack and Sun’s upcoming line of FLeX coils
• CANbus communication is accomplished via a select set of core aspects of the SAE J1939 protocol which allow the XMD Driver to be configured as a remote CAN node
• Programming is accomplished with the XMD Mobile App available free from the Apple and Android stores
• App incorporates I/O curves to linearize hysteresis in proportional valves for better and more linear performance
• I/O curves can also be used to create non-linear outputs for greater usability and controllability of booms and hoists or develop a multi-speed output for motor control
• App includes several pre-configured quick select profiles for typical single and dual coil applications