A18 Manual (PDF)
Operating instructions, parameter references and setup information.
Free direct downloadA1X SERIES · RA-A18
RichAuto A18 4-Axis DSP Controller
4-axis linkage motion controller for rotary, cylindrical and prismatic machining with A/B/C rotary marking.
4-Axis LinkageRotary A/B/CA/C Code8I/8O24V DCBreakpoint Resume
Core specifications verified from model documentation.Replacing an existing controller? Send your current model label and machine configuration before ordering. We verify interface board, control signal, wiring and hardware revision wherever these affect compatibility.
IS THIS MODEL RIGHT FOR YOUR MACHINE?
A18 May Be a Good Fit If You Need:
Good fit for
- You need 4-axis linkage with a rotary fourth axis
- You carve cylinders, columns, stair spindles or polyhedra
- You want A/C code and special M-code support
- You are replacing an A18 or similar 4-axis DSP
Consider another model if you need
- You need a color-screen platform
- You need ATC or expanded I/O beyond 8/8
- You want networked control
SPECIFICATIONS
A18 Technical Specifications.
| Product model | A18 |
|---|---|
| Series | A1X |
| CPU | DSP |
| Internal memory | 512 MB |
| Display | Monochrome · 128×64 |
| Communication | U disk · USB cable |
| Controlled axes | 4 axes · 4-axis linkage (XYZ + rotary A/B/C) |
| Control signal | Differential |
| Drive system | Stepper / Servo |
| I/O | 8 inputs / 8 outputs |
| Minimum input unit | 0.001 mm |
| Max. pulse frequency | 1 MHz |
| Power supply | 24V DC |
| Interpolation | Line, Arc, Curve |
| Breakpoint resume | Supported |
| Power-failure recovery | Supported |
| Soft / hard limit | Supported |
| Password protection | Supported |
| Rotary axis | Supported |
| ATC support | Not supported |
| Multi-spindle / cylinders | Not supported |
| Plasma control | Not supported |
| Dispensing control | Not supported |
| Handwheel / MPG | Not supported |
| Network / PC control | Not supported |
KEY FUNCTIONS
What the A18 Brings to Your Machine.
- Latest four-axis coordinated motion mode
- Fourth axis configurable as normal or rotary with A/B/C marking
- Supports A/C code formats and special M-code control
- 9 workpiece coordinates and 8 breakpoint positions
- Intelligent memory with power-failure and breakpoint recovery
- Array work, mill plane, zoom and part-work processing
COMPARE RELATED CONTROLLERS
Compare A18 with Related Controllers.
Related options help you avoid choosing a neighboring model by accident. Cards marked “different platform” are not direct replacements.
| Model | Main use | Axes | Display | I/O | Key capability | Relationship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A18 | 4-axis linkage motion controller for rotary, cylindrical and prismatic machining with A/B/C rotary marking. | 4 axes | 128×64 | 8/8 | 4-axis linkage motion controller for rotary, cylindrical and prismatic machining with A/B/C rotary marking. | This page |
Also see:
A12, A132, A14, B57 and F1410 are special-purpose models. Related cards there show platform comparisons, not interchangeability.
REPLACEMENT & UPGRADE NOTES
Ordering A18 as a Replacement.
The A18 page table shows a 3-axis row in one cell while the product is a 4-axis system; trust the 4-axis linkage specification and confirm machine configuration with CINKR before replacing an existing controller.
- A18 is a 4-axis system; verify with machine configuration despite one doc row
- Rotary axis assignment (A/B/C) must match machine wiring
DOWNLOADS
A18 Manuals, Wiring & Firmware.
Public manuals and general wiring references are free to download. Revision-sensitive firmware and diagrams are released after the controller details are verified.
A1X Series Manual
Operating instructions, parameter references and setup information.
Free direct downloadFAQ
A18 — Questions to Check Before Ordering.
Is A18 really 4-axis?
Yes. A18 is a 4-axis linkage motion control system; the fourth axis can be a normal axis or a rotary axis marked A/B/C. One documentation row displays 3-axis, so always confirm against machine configuration.
What kind of work is A18 used for?
Rotary, cylindrical, prismatic and polyhedral carving such as Buddha statues, stair columns, and sofa or table legs.
Does A18 support A/C code?
Yes, A/C code formats and special M-code control are supported on the 4-axis platform.
How do I order the correct A18?
Tell CINKR the machine application, axis wiring, and whether the fourth axis is rotary (and with which mark), plus your current controller.
REQUEST A QUOTE
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