EtherCAT Connectivity for Distributed Inverters
NORD Drivesystems provides a technology unit for integrating motor-mounted SK 200E inverters into EtherCAT networks and the Beckhoff control technology environment. The Ethernet-based fieldbus offers significant benefits particularly for distributed networks such as conveyor systems. The new EtherCAT module from NORD cost-efficiently connects a large number of inverters to a single bus line, since there is no need for repeaters or additional bus master interfaces.
The bus module can be mounted either directly on the SK 200E´s interface unit or separately from the inverter by means of an optional wall mounting kit. The EtherCAT bus line is connected to the box via an M12 plug connector. Additionally, the module features eight integrated 24V inputs and two 24V outputs. A single technology unit can address up to four inverters via EtherCAT. An integrated RS232/RS485 interface
allows for on-the-spot access to the parameters of the bus module and connected inverters by means of the SK PAR manual control unit or via NORDCON PC software. The EtherCAT technology unit has a standard protection rating of IP55, and can be supplied for IP66 on request.
All SK 200E inverter models provide sensorless current vector control, a brake chopper, and a control module for an electromagnetic brake. Even the basic model allows for speed control (incremental encoder input HTL signal) and positioning control by means of the integrated POSICON function. The extended range of features includes the integrated safety function »Safe Stop» and an onboard interface for the AS-Interface bus system. A dedicated website at www.sk200e.de presents the full range of models, their features, and application areas in detail.
Company background
NORD was founded in 1965 to develop, produce, and market drive technology. As an industry leader ranking # 2 in US & Canada and # 2 as the Global Leader, NORD reaches nearly all markets. With 2600 employees and 35 assembly factories worldwide, sales and support is available in 60+ countries. This ensures short delivery times and services close to you. NORD supplies application-specific concepts and solutions; including but not limited to energy-saving drives. NORD provides wide range of products to meet your needs; such as gearboxes with torque ratings from 8.5 lb-in to 1,770,000 lb-in and electric motors with power ratings from 1/6 HP to 250 HP. In addition, the product line consists of high performance AC Vector Drives and AC Drives for panel mount or distributed motor mount.
www.nord.com
NORD Gear Corp
P.O. Box 367 - 800 Nord Drive
Waunakee, WI 53597
HOUDEK Barbara
Phone: + 1 608 849 7300
Fax: + 1 608 849 7367
barbara.houdek@nord.com
Getriebebau NORD GmbH & Co. KG
Rudolf-Diesel-Straße 1
22941 Bargteheide/Hamburg
Germany
NIERMANN Jörg
Phone: +49(0) 45 32 / 401 - 360
Fax: +49(0) 45 32 / 401 - 254
Joerg.Niermann@nord.com
