Reduce cabling by up to 80% with distributed servo drives

>Multiple AKD-N servo drives can be distributed around a machine in close proximity to individual motors, and connected back to a single central power module via a single cable. The hybrid cable provides DC axis connection, power, fieldbus communications (EtherCAT), I/O and safety (STO). The result is a vastly simplified machine design and increased reliability, with more flexible mounting and reduced complexity.

>With a robust construction and IP67 rating, AKD-N servo drives can be freely mounted outside of control cabinets even in environmentally challenging applications. A single power module can supply up to 16 AKD-N servo drives, and enable connection of external components.

>AKD-N servo drives cover power ratings up to 4kW. In contrast to integrated motor solutions, the AKD-N servo drives enable the optimum motor to be selected for the machine with no de-rating needed for oversized motors. The drives are compatible with all motors in the Kollmorgen range with single- or dual-cable connection, including linear servo motors. Remote I/O modules and fieldbus devices can be connected directly to each drive via optional additional EtherCAT ports.

>Typical applications for the new distributed servo drives include packaging machines and production systems in the food and beverage industry.