Servo drives

Servo drives enable high-performance control of servo motors, with pre-configured parameters tailored to the connected motor. Drives are available in stand-alone versions, which can be programmed with their own motion sequences and controlled via external I/O signals. For applications requiring integration with a control system or motion controller, drives can be selected based on the desired fieldbus interface, such as EtherCAT, Mechatrolink-III, or PROFINET. Traditional analog/digital I/O control is also supported, depending on the chosen drive model. Some models also support gantry functionality, allowing the simultaneous control of two amplifiers. This enables both motors to move in sync using a single motion command — ideal for applications requiring coordinated multi-axis movement.

E2

HIWIN E2 servo drives are designed to support rotary, linear, and torque motors, meeting the application requirements of a wide range of industries. Intelligent auto-tuning simplifies commissioning and automatically adapts to changes in load, ensuring fast and stable machine operation while reducing commissioning time.

The available Thunder software is a free and user-friendly tool for servo commissioning, parameter configuration, and diagnostics.

Features:

  • Power ratings: Single-phase 240 VAC / 3 A–12 A (400 W–2.0 kW)
  • SEMI F47 compliant
  • Pulse/analog control models:
    • Supports three pulse command modes: A/B, pulse/direction, and CW/CCW
    • Two independent 16-bit analog voltage inputs for speed and torque control modes
  • Fieldbus-controlled models: EtherCAT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and MECHATROLINK
  • Built-in speed ripple compensation, vibration suppression, and error compensation
  • GT model: Supports nano-positioning and 2D error compensation
  • Built-in support for analog, digital, EnDat, BiSS-C, and TAMAGAWA encoders
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SIGMA-X SERVO DRIVES

Yaskawa Sigma-X represents the latest generation of Yaskawa’s Sigma servo technology. The series combines high performance, easy commissioning and highly precise motion control for demanding automation applications. Compact servo motors enable smaller machine designs, while advanced tuning and compensation functions help reduce vibration, resonance and speed fluctuations. The Sigma-X system also supports condition monitoring by providing information on factors such as energy consumption, thermal margins, vibration and maintenance requirements.

Features:

  • Power ratings: 200 V / 50 W–1.5 kW and 400 V / 500 W–15 kW
  • The Tuning-less function automatically adjusts the servo system for reliable operation even when the load-to-rotor inertia ratio differs by as much as 100:1
  • 3.5 kHz speed response enables faster and more precise motion as well as shorter settling times
  • An optional advanced safety module enables FSoE (Fail Safe over EtherCAT) safety functions. Standard models feature built-in Safe Torque Off (STO)
  • Safety certified to IEC 61508 SIL 3
  • Comprehensive range of control interfaces: EtherCAT, MECHATROLINK-III, and analog/pulse models
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Sigma-7 servo drives

The Sigma-7 series has been developed with three core goals in mind: simple and fast commissioning, maximum throughput and precision, and outstanding operational reliability. These objectives are achieved through smart features such as auto-tuning, automatic load compensation, and integrated vibration suppression. The compact book-style design allows side-by-side installation, optimizing space usage. This new generation builds on 25 years of engineering expertise and over nine million servo systems installed worldwide.

Key Features:

  • Power range:
    – 200 V models: 50 W to 15 kW
    – 400 V models: 200 W to 15 kW

  • 3.1 kHz speed response for faster, more accurate motion and shorter settling times

  • Built-in Safety Torque Off (STO)

  • Optional safety module supporting extended safety functions:
    STO, SS1, SS2, SOS, SLS, SLA, SSR, SDI, SLP, SLI, SLT, SMT, SCA, SSM

  • Extensive fieldbus support: EtherCAT, MECHATROLINK-III, PROFINET, and analog/pulse control

  • Available in single- and dual-axis models, as well as programmable drives (PLCopen compliant)

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