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Putting the drive in automation: compact and modular servo drives and servo motors

Individual, space-saving and flexibly expandable solutions are more important than ever in mechanical engineering – as is a fast time to market. As the world's most compact drive system, ctrlX DRIVE is an important enabler. The servo drive requires very little installation space, enabling companies to quickly implement economical solutions that are precisely tailored to their specific needs. The drive systems grow alongside the requirements: from cost-effective entry level versions to high-end applications. The open system architecture offers maximum freedom and allows scaling without architectural breaks.

 

Bosch Rexroth offers different servo motor versions matched to the drive systems. These are also extremely powerful, space-saving and the perfect team players in the ctrlX DRIVE portfolio.

 

 

ctrlX DRIVE - servo drives
ctrlX DRIVE - servo motors

ctrlX DRIVE – Servo drives

ctrlX DRIVE brings the level of dynamism to automation that makes the difference in industrial applications. With its high scalability and consistent openness, the servo drive is the ideal solution for modern machine concepts. ctrlX DRIVE adapts seamlessly to different performance requirements – from a compact single-axis structure to complex multi-axis structures.

The combination of modular hardware, open interfaces and the Linux-based operating system ctrlX OS opens up new degrees of freedom in drive technology. Functions can be flexibly extended via apps – for efficient engineering and quick adaptation to new requirements.

Together with Elmo Motion Control, Bosch Rexroth offers drive solutions for all industries from a single source – from low voltage to megawatts of power – from integrated drives to cabinet-free drive technology. You can find out more about ELMO technologies here.

 

An overview of the key facts about ctrlX DRIVE:

  •  Compact design: reduces space requirements and simplifies automation
  •  Seamlessly scalable: from small to large applications, with no system breaks
  • Open to everything: simple integration into third-party solutions thanks to open standards

  • Highly scalable: from 0.2 kW to 100 kW
  • Smart drive functions: based on the consistent ctrlX DRIVE Runtime
  • Future-proof with ctrlX OS: Linux-based operating system for multi-axis engineering and a variety of apps

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Servo drives for maximum dynamics in automation

Scalable, open, powerful. The ctrlX DRIVE portfolio at a glance:

ctrlX DRIVE modular IP20:

  • Power and regenerative supply units and converters
  • Mains voltage from 200 V AC to 500 V AC
  • Single- and double-axis inverters
  • Maximum currents of 6 A to 375 A
  • Protection type IP20

ctrlX DRIVE compact:

  • Single-axis converter
  • Mains voltage from 100 V AC to 240 V AC or 200 V AC to 480 V AC
  • Power range from 50 W to 5 kW
  • Protection type IP20

 

 

ctrlX DRIVE cabinet-free:

  • Single- and double-axis inverters
  • Maximum currents from 6 A to 54 A
  • DC voltage up to 750 V
  • Protection type IP65/IP67
  • Air and cold plate cooling

ctrlX I/O DRIVE:

  • Double-axis inverter
  • Maximum currents 8 A / 16 A
  • DC voltage 24 V / 60 V
  • Protection type IP20
  • High-performance GaNi semiconductor technology

The clever type of automation – features of the servo drive:

Servo drive via plug & play – to get the optimum from each machine

The voltage category and protection class are important criteria when choosing a servo drive. ctrlX DRIVE expertly covers the broad range from 380 to 480 V AC and also offers a servo drive for the power range of 0.05 to 1.5 kW as well as a 24/48 V servo terminal for the low-voltage range. The latest generation of servo drives provides maximum flexibility: from an input level axis with command value control to a drive-integrated motion system. And all this made simple through plug & play. The complete range of motors (rotary/linear, housing/kit motor) offers the optimum components for every machine.

Through multi-Ethernet and multi-encoder, the servo drives follow the principle of openness and flexibility. The drive system has decentralized intelligence and is therefore open for the use of its own user IP, among other things. Digital 3D simulation models are available for practical engineering in a virtual environment.

Space-saving yet powerful

With ctrlX DRIVE, Bosch Rexroth has developed the world’s most compact modular drive system. Whether as an entry-level or high-end version, the system allows the rapid implementation of economical individual solutions that grow with the requirements. The drive system covers both simple single-axis applications and complex multi-axis machine systems. Users can freely combine all system components.

A significant advantage of the servo drives is that they are real space-saving wonders. This is because the drives require extremely little installation space, which reduces the space required in the control cabinet by up to 50%.

And there is even a version without a cabinet: the ctrlX DRIVE cabinet-free servo drives with protection class IP65 reduce space and cabling requirements by up to 90%. Modular, flexible and energy efficient.

Scalable and consistent – for tailor-made drive solutions

ctrlX DRIVE stands for adaptability in many respects. The servo drive is designed to be scalable and consistent. The portfolio provides customized drive solutions with peak currents from 6 A to 375 A. With supply unit outputs of up to 260 kW, sufficient power is always available, even for extensive machine designs.

 

Open – but safe: with ctrlX SAFETY

In combination with ctrlX SAFETY, ctrlX DRIVE becomes a system featuring the highest of safety standards. Designed according to requirements: from the purely drive-integrated SafeMotion solution to complete safety control system. The supporting SafeMotion software is available both as a practical entry-level version and with advanced high-end features. And the engineering is extremely simple.

 

Further product information

ctrlX DRIVE modular IP20

Unlimited adaptability

The new generation of ctrlX DRIVE servo drives allows complete freedom of design – from classic setpoint control to highly integrated motion systems. Installed simply using plug & play, each module adapts to the desired axis topology. Whether rotating or linear motors, housing or kit version: The comprehensive drive portfolio always provides the perfect solution for individual machine construction.

 

ctrlX DRIVE compact

Compact format for any topology

The compact ctrlX DRIVE servo drive masters the challenges of automation with ease – perfect for when space is limited and maximum performance is required.

The well-considered arrangement of all components guarantees seamless integration into existing machine concepts and minimizes the installation work required. Whether in automation technology, robotics or manufacturing: ctrlX DRIVE offers the flexibility and adaptability that today’s companies need in order to design production processes efficiently and adapt quickly to changing market conditions.

ctrlX DRIVE cabinet-free

Cabinet-free servo drive technology

Dispensing with the control cabinet, reducing cabling work and cutting energy consumption – this is what the ctrlX DRIVE cabinet-free drive system makes possible. With protection class IP65/IP67, the decentralized drives can be installed directly in the machine. These are connected via a single hybrid DC cable which conveys both the DC power supply and the control voltage and communication.

The freedom this opens up makes ctrlX DRIVE cabinet-free the first choice for modular machine concepts. The portfolio includes inverters, topology components, pre-installed cables and specific accessories for every requirement.

ctrlX I/O DRIVE

Tailor-made for the low-voltage segment

Maximum power density in a compact design with seamless integration into the existing ctrlX AUTOMATION portfolio – this is what makes the ctrlX I/O Drive an innovative servo drive for the rapidly growing low-voltage market segment.

The double-axis inverter in a space-saving terminal format considerably reduces the wiring required and thus speeds up installation and commissioning. Just two expansion stages are all that is needed to achieve outputs of up to 550 W continuous power per axis. At the same time, its compatibility with linear and rotary third-party motors allows maximum flexibility for a wide range of applications.

Technical data – servo drives

Control units
Communication ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
Multi Ethernet (Sercos III, EtherCat) Standard Standard
Inputs/Outputs ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
Digital inputs (which utilizable as touch probes) 5 (2) 5 (2)
Digital inputs/outputs (any configurable) 1 1
Analog inputs 1 1
Relay outputs (Ready to operate) 1 1
Encoder ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
AcuroLink Standard Standard
Multi Encoder (Resolver, Hiperface, EnDat 2.2, 1Vss) Option Option
Safety ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
STO Standard Standard
SafeMotion (SafetyLink, FSoE) - Option
Extensions ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
Digital/analog I/O extension – Option
ctrlX CORE – Option
Operation ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
Operating panel Option Option
Cycle times ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
Current control 62.5 µs 62.5 µs
Speed control  125 µs 125 µs
Position control 125 µs 125 µs
Runtime ctrlX DRIVE ctrlX DRIVE plus
ctrlX DRIVE Runtime Standard Standard
ctrlX DRIVE Runtime Productivity Option Option
Technology functions – Option
User IP – Option
Power units IP20

Single-axis converter XCS2

Design Unit A C D F H J
Type   W0010,
W0023		 W0054,
W0070		 W0090 W0100,
W0120		 W0150,
W0180		 W0210,
W0250,
W0280,
W0330,
W0375
Peak current A 10 - 23 54 - 70 90 100 - 120 150 - 180 210 - 375

Double-axis converter XCD2

Design Unit C
Type   W2323
Peak current A 2 x 23

Single-axis inverter XMS2

Design Unit A B D G I
Type   W0006,
W0010,
W0016,
W0023,
W0030,
W0036		 W0054,
W0070,
W0090		 W0100,
W0120		 W0150,
W0180		 W0210,
W0250,
W0280,
W0330,
W0375
Peak current A 6 - 36 54 - 90 100 - 120 100 - 120 210 - 375

Double-axis inverter XMD2

Design Unit A B E
Type   W0606,
W1010,
W1616,
W2323		 W3030,
W3636		 W5454,
W7070
Peak current A 6 - 23 30 -36 54 - 70

Feeding supply unit XVE1

Design Unit D H J
Type   W0030 W0075 W0120
DC bus continuous power kW 30 75 120

Regenerative supply unit XVR2

Design Unit D H I J
Type   W0019 W0048 W0072 W0100
DC bus continuous power kW 19 48 72 100
Dimensions
Design Unit A B C D E F G H I J
A mm 50 75 100 125 150 225 150 225 250 350
B1 mm 309 309 309 309 309 309 340.5 340.5 340.5 340.5
B2 mm 364 364 364 364 364 364 430 430 430 430
C1 mm 196.5 196.5 196.5 196.5 196.5 196.5 196.5 196.5 196.5 196.5
C2 mm > 60 > 60 > 60 > 60 > 60 > 60 > 60 > 60 > 60 > 60
C3 mm – – – – – – 243 243 243 243
Design A, B, C, D, E, F
Dimensioned drawing of the compact servo drive ctrlX DRIVE
Design G, H, I, J
Dimensioned drawing of the compact servo drive ctrlX DRIVE
Cabinet-free IP65/IP67

Single axis inverter XMS2

Type XMS2 C0006 C0010 C0016 C0023 C0030 C0054
Cooling   Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting
max. current A (Unit) 6 10 16 23 30 54
cont. current A (Unit) 2 3.3 5.3 7.7 12.5 22
Type XMS2 W0006 W0010 W0016 W0023 W0030 W0054
Cooling   air (convection) air (convection) air (convection) air (convection) air (convection) air (convection)
max. current A (Unit) 6 10 16 23 30 54
cont. current A (Unit) 2 3.3 5.3 7.7 12.5 22

Double axis inverter XMD2

Type XMD2 C0606 C1010 C1616 C2323 C3030
Cooling   Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting Cold plate mounting
max. current A (Unit) 6 10 16 23 30
cont. current A (Unit) 2 3.3 5.3 7.7 12.5
Type XMD2 W0606 W1010 W1616 W2323 W3030
Cooling   air (convection) air (convection) air (convection) air (convection) air (convection)
max. current A (Unit) 6 10 16 23 30
cont. current A (Unit) 2 3.3 5.3 7.7 12.5

Dimensions

Type Einheit XMS2
C0006, C0010, C0016, C0023, C0030, C0054		 XMS2
W0006, W0010, W0016, W0023, W0030, W0054		 XMD2
C0606, C1010, C1616, C2323, C3030		 XMD2
W0606, W1010, W1616, W2323, W3030
Breite mm 85 85 140 140
Höhe mm 253 290 253 290
Tiefe
ohne/mit Option		 mm 71 / 92 138 / 159 71 138
ctrlX DRIVE compact

Single axis converter XCS2-F

Type XCS2-F W0005 W0007 W0010 W0019 W0028 W0035
Cooling   Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling
max. current A (Unit) 5 7 10 19 28 35
cont. current A (Unit) 1.1 1.7 2.4 4.1 5.7 8.2
EMC filter   Extern C3 / C2 Extern C3 / C2 Extern C3 / C2 Extern C3 / C2 Extern C3 / C2 Extern C3 / C2
Brake resistor   External External Internal Internal Internal Internal

Single axis converter XCS2-H

Type XCS2-H W0005 W0007 W0012 W0026 W0035 W0055
Cooling   Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling Internal air cooling
max current 8 kHz or 4/8 kHz A (Unit) 5 7 12 26 35/31 55/48
cont. current 8 kHz or 4/8 kHz A (Unit) 1.7 2.3 4 8.5 11.7/10.5 18.3/16
EMC filter   Internal C3 / External C2 Internal C3 / External C2 Internal C3 / External C2 Internal C3 / External C2 Internal C3 / External C2 Internal C3 / External C2
Brake resistor   Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal Internal

Dimensions

Type Unit XCS2-F
W0005, W0007		 XCS2-F
W0010, W0019		 XCS2-F
W0028, W0035		 XCS2-H
W0005, W0007, W0012		 XCS2-H
W0026, W0035		 XCS2-H
W0055
Width mm 40 50 60 50 70 105
Heigh mm 172 172 172 180 200 230
Depth without connectors mm 175 175 175 196 196 196
ctrlX I/O DRIVE
Type XID1
(Unit)		 W0808 W1616
Minimum supply voltage V DC 24 24
Nominal supply voltage V DC 48 48
Maximum supply voltage V DC 60 60
max current (1s) A 8 16
cont. Current A 4 8

Dimensions

Type XID1
(Unit)		 XID1
W0808, W1616
Width mm 20
Height mm 105
Depth mm 99

ctrlX DRIVE – servo motors

Bosch Rexroth rounds off its drive systems with an advanced motor range. The MS2N/MS2E/MS2S servo motors from the ctrlX DRIVE product range combine compact dimensions and maximum dynamism with maximum accuracy in position, speed and torque values. The servo motors have a single cable connection for all drive tasks in factory automation and are both powerful and flexibly configurable. Seven sizes ensure optimum coverage of all requirements.

The rotary and linear direct drives from Bosch Rexroth dispense with mechanical transmission components such as coupling and transmission. This results in fewer components, minimal wear and maximum productivity. All in all: The innovative direct drives enable maximum dynamism and power.

ctrlX DRIVE – MS2N servo motors:

Group picture of the ctrlX DRIVE MS2N rotary synchronous servomotors, for use in all automation areas, available in the following cooling types: self-cooled, forced-ventilated, water-cooled

The MS2N servo motors are designed for high performance: They are characterized by more power per area as well as highest energy efficiency – and this with compact dimensions. Thus, the servo motors in all motor sizes have high torques and an improved S1 torque at higher speeds. The continuous power can be further increased by optional forced ventilation or water cooling. The servo motors also have up to five times the overload capacity, which goes hand in hand with very low torque ripple. The field weakening mode which is available in conjunction with ctrlX DRIVE increases the useful torque-speed range beyond the voltage limit.

Powerful

  • Maximum torque from 3.7 to 692 Nm
  • Continuous torque from 0.8 to 345 Nm

Flexibly configurable

  • Finely scaled series with seven sizes in up to six lengths
  • Single cable connection up to MS2N07
  • Different types of cooling, encoders up to SIL3 PLd, holding brake and much more

Extensive portfolio – suitlable for every application

The range of products is not only versatile, but also extensive. More than 50 motor types cover a maximum torque of up to 692 Nm and maximum speeds of up to 9000 rpm. With dynamic and inertial motor variants, finely graduated torque and speed ranges, four encoder options with safety technology up to SIL3 PLe and optional single-cable connection, the motors flexibly meet the diverse requirements of modern automation.

 

Intelligent in the system

The servo motors are designed for state-of-the-art requirements – for example in Industry 4.0 environments. They provide a dynamic temperature model that ensures safe use up to the operating limit. The digital twin of the motor is used in the design tools as well as in the ctrlX DRIVE controller. This means that any application can be designed and implemented simply, quickly and reliably.

Thanks to a new torque model, each motor can be used as a data source for intelligent machines or Industry 4.0 applications. The individual measurements of each motor are stored in the motor data memory and the saturation and temperature data are processed by the Rexroth drive control units in real time. This leads to a considerable increase in torque accuracy and reduces the tolerance range during on-going operation to a fraction of the previously usual values.

Technical data – MS2N
Type Unit MS2N03 MS2N04 MS2N05 MS2N06 MS2N07 MS2N10 MS2N13
Sizes   A, B, D B, C, D B, C, D C, D, E C, D, E B, C, D, E, F, R B, C, D, E
Maximum torque Mmax Nm 3.75 - 7.4 6.4 - 19.7 11.5 - 34.0 10.2 - 53.4 22.8 - 140.0 41.3 - 360.0 322.0 - 692.0
M0_100K
self cooling		 Nm 0.9 - 1.45 2.15 - 4.65 4.45 - 9.35 3.6 - 16.3 8.2 - 38.2 16.7 - 103.0 –
M0_100K
forced ventilation		 Nm – – – – 16.3 - 49.5 40.0 - 148.5 160.0 - 300.0
M0_100K
water cooling		 Nm – – – – 25.0 - 83.0 48.0 - 214.0 168.0 - 345.0
Flange size mm 58 82 98 116 140 196 260
Centering collar mm 40 50 95 95 130 180 250
Shaft diameter mm 9/11 14 19 24 32 38 48

Technical Data ctrlX DRIVE servo motors MS2N

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ctrlX DRIVE – MS2E servo motors:

Group picture of ctrlX DRIVE MS2E rotary synchronous servomotors, for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, certified according to ATEX 3G/3D

The motor generation MS2E offers highest dynamics and safety in ATEX applications up to equipment group II and equipment category III for dust and gas.

The self-cooled motors of this series offer overlapping torque ranges in six sizes with maximum torques up to 266 Nm. With safe high-resolution single or multi-turn encoders in SIL2 PLd and with optional holding brake or keyway, they are predestined for tailor-made drive solutions in all potentially explosive atmospheres.

Powerful

  • Maximum torque from 4 to 266 Nm
  • Continuous torque from 0.7 to 64 Nm

Flexibly configurable

  • Finely scaled series with six sizes in up to three lengths
  • Single cable connection up to MS2E07

Safety for explosion-proof areas

  • ATEX conformity equipment group II and equipment category 3D (dust) / 3G (gas)
Technical data – MS2E
Type Unit MS2E03 MS2E04 MS2E05 MS2E06 MS2E07 MS2E10
Sizes   B, D B, C B, C, D C, D, E C, D, E C, D, E
Max. torque Mmax Nm 3.75 - 7.4 6.4 - 13.5 11.5 - 34.0 17.3 - 53.4 38.8 - 119.5 76.8 - 266.0
M0_60K
self cooling		 Nm 0.73 - 1.15 1.75 - 2.8 3.75 - 7.9 6.0 - 13.0 12.8 - 29.2 30.2 - 64.0
Flange size mm 58 82 98 116 140 196
Centering collar mm 40 50 95 95 130 180
Shaft diameter mm 9/11 14 19 24 32 38
Conformity   ATEX for zone 2 (gas) und 22 (dust), device group II, category 3 ATEX for zone 2 (gas) und 22 (dust), device group II, category 3 ATEX for zone 2 (gas) und 22 (dust), device group II, category 3 ATEX for zone 2 (gas) und 22 (dust), device group II, category 3 ATEX for zone 2 (gas) und 22 (dust), device group II, category 3 ATEX for zone 2 (gas) und 22 (dust), device group II, category 3

Technical Data ctrlX DRIVE servo motors MS2E

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ctrlX DRIVE – MS2S servo motors:

Group picture of the ctrlX DRIVE MS2S rotary synchronous servomotors, for use in all automation areas

The MS2S motor generation from the ctrlX DRIVE portfolio offers maximum torques of up to 22.6 Nm in three space-saving sizes.

With the 18-bit encoder optimized for ctrlX DRIVE, a single-cable solution and optional holding brake, they are predestined for all standard drive tasks with SafeTorqueOff (STO).

Powerful

  • Maximum torque from 3.75 to 22.6 Nm
  • Continuous torque from 0.73 to 7.15 Nm

Flexible

  • Finely scaled series with three sizes, with two lengths each
  • Single cable connection for space, weight, cost and time savings

Precise

  • New encoder with 18 bit and ±360 " - the perfect combination with ctrlX DRIVE
Technical data – MS2S
Type Unit MS2S03 MS2S04 MS2S05
Sizes   B, C B, C B, C
Max. torque Mmax Nm 3.75 - 7.0 6.3 - 12.8 11.5 - 22.6
M0_100K
self cooling		 Nm 0.93 - 1.5 2.1 - 3.5 4.45 - 7.15
Flange size mm 58 82 98
Centering collar mm 40 50 95
Shaft diameter mm 9 14 19

Technical Data ctrlX DRIVE servo motors MS2S

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