Newbie- Want to build a servo feeder

[netomx]

Hello! I want to build a servo feeder. I want to put a dimension in a PLC and then drive a servo (with the gecko drive) to move X length if I activate a switch. My main problem is that I have nevewr worked with servos before. Is there someone willing to help me? I have a very old servo from a Strippit machine and I ElectroCraft servo, with its encoder.

Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

EDIT: I dont understand this part:

STEP 4: CONNECTING CONTROL INPUTS

The STEP and DIRECTION signal drivers must be 3.3V or 5V TTL signals and have edge transition times of 100 ns or faster. The COMMON input can be connected to signal ground or a +5VDC supply.

How can I generate this signal??? Is ther an explanation for this? Tried to look in Google but I don't know, maybe the work is driving me crazy

Thanks!

[keebler303]

The step signal controls the speed and position. Number of pulses is distance, frequancy of pulses is speed of motor. One step pulse turns the motor one encoder count.

The direction input tells the drive to turn the motor forward or backward when it receives steps.

Matt

[netomx]

Thanks for your information, it is appreciated! My problem is solved

Thanks!