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Explore consoles, servers, axis controllers, drives, power distribution, and field I/O for your Nexus system.

Nexus Control Hardware

Motion control and scenic automation.
An EmTech brand. American Made in New Jersey.

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Consoles / Servers

Motus Type 1.01 modular console with touchscreen, jog stick, and operator controlsModular operator console

Motus

A modular Nexus operator console with touchscreen input and a sidecar keyboard and mouse for data entry. Motus combines touch screen and server modules with a jog stick, jog stick enable, E-stop, and Advance, Abort, and Go controls. Add accessories as production needs change, or pair it with a Client PC for redundant live backup.

Specifications & documents
Console configuration
9200-01-0100
Catalog number
C92-0101
Configuration type
1.01
Dimensions
15″ × 26″ × 8″
Weight
30 lbs
Operator controls
Touchscreen, jog stick, jog stick enable, E-stop, Advance, Abort, and Go
Server module
9200-01-1100
Touch screen module
9200-01-1000
Enclosure
Fan-cooled aluminum
Power
120VAC input with passthrough
Connections
USB, HDMI, network, and Axisafe+
Live backup
Available by adding a Client PC
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Omega handheld operator interface technical product drawingHandheld operator interface

Omega

A handheld Nexus operator interface that brings control close to the machine. Omega combines a touchscreen with a jog stick for direct movement control, plus E-stop and Go buttons and ergonomic handles. It can also serve as the system backup when needed.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-08-1000
Catalog number
C92-0810
Dimensions
17½″ × 8½″ × 6½″
Weight
8 lbs
Operator controls
Touchscreen, jog stick, E-stop and Go buttons
Form factor
Handheld with ergonomic handles
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Client PC rear view showing the computer mounted behind its monitorIntegrated computer + monitor

Client PC

A Nexus computer mounted behind a 27-inch monitor using its VESA mount, keeping the desktop clear. Client PC handles cue information and sends commands to the system, or serves as a live system backup. Its fan-cooled, 3D-printed housing includes USB-C, HDMI, and network connections.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-02-1000
Catalog number
C92-0210
Dimensions
24″ × 12″ × 4¼″
Weight
15 lbs
Monitor
27″ flat screen
Mounting
VESA mount behind the monitor
Housing
3D printed, fan cooled
Power
1 × 15A, 120VAC TRUE1 with passthrough
USB ports
2 × USB-C
Display outputs
2 × HDMI
Network
1 × RJ45
System role
Cue and command computer or live system backup
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Axis Controllers

AIC-142x technical product drawingAxis information controller

AIC-142x

A Nexus subsystem controller that sequences up to 10 discrete field devices. It translates console cue sequences into executable commands, distributes them to its drives, and monitors for errors so the system can scale to the needs of the production.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-11-2000
Product name
AIC-142x
Dimensions
2′-1¾″ × 1′-7″ × 5¼″
Weight
19 lbs
Catalog number
C92-1120
Rack mounting
Standard 19″ rack
Control distribution
14 EtherCAT channels
Auxiliary connectors
2 Axisafe+ connectors
Axisafe+ port injection
Ethernet or EtherCAT
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AIC-IPx technical product drawingAxis information controller

AIC-IPx

A Nexus subsystem controller with 24V power injection for up to 10 devices and 25 control channels via Modbus TCP. Proprietary Axisafe+ cables carry both power and data, simplifying field infrastructure and reducing cabling.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-12-1000
Product name
AIC-IPx
Dimensions
2′-1¾″ × 1′-7″ × 5¼″
Weight
18 lbs
Catalog number
C92-1210
Rack mounting
Standard 19″ rack
Power injection
24VDC for up to 10 devices
Control channels
25 via Modbus TCP
E-stop control
TCP/IP
Axisafe+ port injection
Ethernet or EtherCAT
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Drives

EMD-160 technical product drawingElectric motor controller / 16A

EMD-160

A Nexus motor controller that receives and executes operator commands, monitors field position through a PID loop, and continuously checks for errors to provide real-time field conditions. Its 3HP servo motor control is tuned to match the mechanical device technology.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-21-1000
Product name
EMD-160
Dimensions
2′-1¾″ × 1′-7″ × 5¼″
Weight
24 lbs
Catalog number
C92-2110
Rack mounting
Standard 19″ rack
Controller rating
16A
Servo motor control
3 HP
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EMD-320 motor controller technical product drawingComing SoonElectric motor controller / 32A

EMD-320

A Nexus motor controller for larger servo-powered machines, providing 10 HP motor control at a 208V supply. EMD-320 builds on the EMD-160 platform in a 4U enclosure that fits a standard 19-inch rack. Its front panel includes indicator lights and a circuit breaker.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-21-2000
Catalog number
C92-2120
Depth
25¾″
Rack mounting
Standard 19″ rack
Rack height
4U
Weight
24 lbs
Controller rating
32A
Servo motor control
10 HP at 208V supply
Enclosure
Aluminum with rack-mounting ears
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Power Distribution

PentaPak power distribution module technical product drawingPower distribution module

PentaPak

A rack-mounted power distribution module for Nexus control systems. PentaPak supports 400A passthrough at 208VAC three-phase and is locally fused for 125A. It provides power for five motor drives, auxiliary 120V outputs, and individual output breakers in a standard 19-inch rack.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-31-1000
Catalog number
C92-3110
Dimensions
25¾″ × 19″ × 8¾″
Rack mounting
Standard 19″ rack
Weight
50 lbs
Passthrough
400A at 208VAC, three-phase
Local fusing
125A
Input and passthrough connectors
2/0 or 4/0 Cam-Lok
Auxiliary outputs
3 × 15A, 120VAC, TRUE1
Motor drive outputs
5 × 30A, 208VAC, L21-30
Output protection
Individual breakers
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Field I/O

MIM-100 field I/O interface technical product drawingField I/O interface

MIM-100

MIM-100 connects Nexus to EmTech machinery or existing machines, distributing power and data while handling field I/O such as sensors and limit switches. It streams encoder data back to the system and links the drive to field devices through a custom aluminum enclosure.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-41-1000
Catalog number
C92-4110
Dimensions
11¾″ × 8¾″ × 3¾″
Weight
5 lbs
Enclosure
Custom aluminum
Distribution
Power and data
Field I/O
Sensors and limit switches
Encoder feedback
Live encoder data to the Nexus system
Connections
Input from drive; outputs to devices
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AIM-100 field I/O device technical product drawingField I/O device

AIM-100

AIM-100 connects Nexus to an I/O axis. It distributes low-voltage power and data, handles field I/O such as sensors and limit switches, and streams feedback to the system. It can connect to EmTech low-voltage devices, valve stacks, and existing machinery.

Specifications & documents
Product number
9200-41-3000
Catalog number
C92-4130
Dimensions
11½″ × 5¼″ × 3¾″
Weight
5 lbs
Enclosure
Custom aluminum
Distribution
Low-voltage power and data
Field I/O
Sensors and limit switches
Connections
Input from drive; outputs to devices
Local control
Local machine stop
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