ABB NextMove ESB-2 motion controller
NextMove ESB-2 features NextMove ESB-2 is a high performance multi-axis intelligent controller for servo and stepper motors
NextMove ESB-2 features the Mint motion control language. Mint is a structured form of
Basic, custom designed for stepper or servo motion control applications. It allows you to get
started very quickly with simple motion control programs. In addition, Mint includes a wide
range of powerful commands for complex applications.
Standard features include:
Control of 4 stepper axes and either 3 or 4 servo axes (model dependent).
Additional encoder input for master follower applications.
A wide variety of motion types including point to point moves, software cams and
gearing.

ESB-2
20 general purpose digital inputs, software configurable as level or edge triggered.
12 general purpose digital outputs.
2 differential analog inputs with 12-bit resolution.
4 single-ended analog outputs with 12-bit resolution.
USB 1.1 serial port (compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 3.0).
CANopen protocol for communication with Mint controllers and other third party
CANopen devices.
Programmable in Mint.
Drop-in replacement for NextMove ESB
2.2 Receiving and inspection
When you receive your NextMove ESB-2. there are several things you should do
immediately:
1. Check the condition of the shipping container and report any damage immediately to the
carrier that delivered your NextMove ESB-2.
2. Remove the NextMove ESB-2 from the shipping container and remove all packing
material. The container and packing materials may be retained for future shipment.
3. Verify that the catalog number of the NextMove ESB-2 you received is the same as the
catalog number listed on your purchase order. The catalog number is described in the
next section.
4. Inspect the NextMove ESB-2 for external damage during shipment and report any
damage to the carrier that delivered your NextMove ESB-2.
5. If NextMove ESB-2 is to be stored for several weeks before use, be sure that it is stored
in a location that conforms to the storage humidity and temperature specifications shown
in section 7.1.11.
2.2.1 Identifying the catalog number
Different models of NextMove ESB-2 are available. As a reminder of which product has been
installed, it is a good idea to write the catalog number in the space provided below.
ESB-2