This results in up to 30% less area required compared to other integrated systems where the electronics fit behind the motor, and over 50% less total space compared to a traditional servosystem with separate motor and drive packages. There is also less space needed in the control cabinet and less need for air conditioning. A single cable carries both power and Sercos communications. Only one cable comes from the cabinet when several IndraDrive Mi systems connect in series. Each additional axis is daisy-chained to the preceding axis with prefabricated connectors. The servodrives incorporate a Motion Logic system conforming to IEC 61131-3.
Bosch Rexroth Corp.,
5150 Prairie Stone Pkwy., Hoffman Estates, IL 60192,
(800)-739-7684,
boschrexroth-us.com