Description
The Advantech PCI-1285E-AE is an economic, high-performance 8-axis motion control card designed for entry-level industrial automation, motion control, and machine vision applications. Built on a universal PCI V2.2 interface, it supports both stepping and pulse-type servo motor drivers, making it an ideal solution for multi-axis positioning, synchronized motion, and precision trajectory execution.
Powered by advanced DSP and FPGA architecture, the PCI-1285E-AE delivers reliable motion performance with features such as linear interpolation, T-curve and S-curve acceleration profiles, electronic gearing support, and programmable interrupt handling. With its extensive encoder input capability and flexible digital I/O channels, this motion controller is well-suited for CNC equipment, robotics, automated inspection, and packaging systems.
Advantech also provides a Common Motion API library and graphical utilities to reduce development complexity and speed up integration.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Advantech |
| SKU | PCI-1285E-AE |
| Product Type | Motion Control Card |
| Motion Axes Supported | 8-Axis |
| Motor Driver Support | Pulse-type servo and stepping motors |
| Interpolation Mode | 2-axis linear interpolation |
| Max Pulse Output Speed | Up to 5 Mpps |
| Encoder Input Frequency | Up to 10 MHz (4xAB mode) |
| Pulse Output Type | Pulse/Direction or CW/CCW |
| Trajectory Buffer Memory | Up to 10K commands |
| Acceleration Profiles | T-Curve and S-Curve |
| Digital Input Channels | 32-channel DI |
| Digital Output Channels | 32-channel DO |
| Emergency Input Support | Yes (Hardware emergency input) |
| Watchdog Timer | Supported |
| Isolation Protection | 2,500 VDC |
| Bus Type | Universal PCI V2.2 |
| Connectors | 2 × 100-pin Mini-SCSI female connectors |
| Dimensions (L × H) | 175 × 100 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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