ctrlX DRIVE

More drive in automation: compact and modular servo drives and servo motors

Today, what counts for machine builders and end-users in automation is being one decisive step ahead of the competition. This means that cost-optimized solutions must be brought to market and deployed quickly. Three main levers make it possible to achieve this goal:

  • Minimizing the automation structure or the installation space
  • Scaling without architectural breaks
  • Expanding the scope for action through the openness of the system

 

Group picture of the ctrlX DRIVE servo drives in different versions (converter, inverter), power classes and sizes

For this purpose, Bosch Rexroth has developed the world’s most compact modular drive system: ctrlX DRIVE. Be it as an entry-level or high-end variant: The system enables 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. All system components can be freely combined by the user.

Voltage class and protection class are important decision criteria when choosing a servo drive. ctrlX DRIVE covers the large 380-480VAC market very well. Bosch Rexroth also serves the lower voltage range on the basis of an universal architecture platform. A servo drive is available for the power range of 0.05 - 1.5 kW and a 24 V / 48 V servo module for the low voltage range.

As a pioneer of cabinet-free technology, the ctrlX DRIVE portfolio also offers a cabinet-free version with IP65 protection. The system enables a high degree of flexibility thanks to its single and double-axis design, scalable number of axes, various cooling concepts and much more.

Group picture of the rotary and linear synchronous servomotors ctrlX DRIVE in different characteristics such as operating principle, power and protection class

Bosch Rexroth offers different servo motors matched to the drive systems. They are powerful, space-saving and the perfect team players in the ctrlX DRIVE portfolio. With the new MS2N/MS2E/MS2S synchronous servo motors, users gain significant benefits such as more torque, higher speeds, more compact design and the new real-time condition monitoring for Industry 4.0 solutions.

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ctrlX DRIVE servo drives and servo motors are available. To order, please contact the responsible sales team. You can find your contact person via the Contact Locator.

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ctrlX DRIVE – servo drives

ctrlX DRIVE offers tailor-made solutions: The scalable drive portfolio includes converters, single- and double-axis inverters, DC/DC converters, and rectifier and regenerative power supplies. Thus, suitable solutions for different applications are possible with minimal installation space.

Minimum space requirement

  • 50% drive
  • 100% control
  • 300 mm in the control cabinet
  • 30% more torque density

Scalable and consistent

  • Power range: Drive 6 A to 375 A
  • From an input level axis with command value control to the motion system
  • Flexible power supply concept incl. converter as power supply
  • Maximum torque 4 Nm to 692 Nm, functional safety up to SIL3

Open and flexible

  • Multi-Ethernet, Multi-Encoder
  • Decentralized intelligence – open for own user IP
  • Perfect adaptation to any safety topology
  • Virtual engineering with simulation models
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Group picture of the ctrlX DRIVE servo drives in two different versions (converter, inverter), power classes and sizes

Maximum flexibility for the optimum of each machine

The latest generation of servo drives ctrlX DRIVE offers maximum flexibility for the user. The portfolio ranges from an input level axis with command value control to a drive-integrated motion system. The solution is easy to use via plug & play. The complete motor range (rotary and linear, housing and kit motor) offers the optimum components for every machine.

Minimal space requirements and significant performance advantages

A significant advantage of the servo drives ctrlX DRIVES is that they are real space-saving wonders. This is because the drives require extremely little installation space and the occupancy in the control cabinet is thus reduced by 50%. Integrating the ctrlX CORE control software fully eliminates the space required for the control system. The modular multi-axis concept makes them ideal for 300 mm in the control cabinet.  In addition to space savings, significant performance advantages result, for example from a 30% higher torque density.

Graphic shows the different characteristics of the ctrlX Drive servo drives in terms of power, peak current and operating principle (converter, inverter, supply units

Scalability and consistency for tailor-made solutions

The development of ctrlX DRIVE focused on adaptability in many respects. The system is therefore designed to be scalable and consistent. This means that tailor-made solutions can be used with peak currents from 6 A to 375 A. Sufficient power is always available, also for extensive machine designs with output of up to 260 kW.

Through Multi-Ethernet and Multi-Encoder, the drives follow the principle of openness and flexibility. The drive system has a decentralized intelligence and is therefore open for the use of its own user IP, among other things. Digital three-dimensional simulation models are available to support engineering in a virtual environment.

Openness through ctrlX SAFETY for safe automation

Open – but secure: In combination with ctrlX SAFETY, ctrlX DRIVE guarantees the perfect and safe solution for every application. Bosch Rexroth offers users a compact yet scalable safety system that can be used flexibly – from the drive-integrated SafeMotion solution in ctrlX DRIVE to the fully comprehensive ctrlX SAFETY controller. The system thus has a very high safety level and enables efficient engineering. ctrlX DRIVE is perfectly adaptable to any safety topology.

In this process, the most diverse requirements are fulfilled: The scalable SafeMotion software is based on ctrlX DRIVE and is available both as an entry-level version, with extended functions or for the most demanding requirements. At the same time, a purely drive-based safety solution can be achieved with this system, independently of the higher-level control system.

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

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

Technical Data ctrlX DRIVE servo drives

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Smart Energy

ctrlX AUTOMATION enables sustainable and energy-saving solutions. Users benefit from the scalability of the system and ready-made energy management solutions when setting up their production lines. ctrlX AUTOMATION can be used, for example, in battery manufacturing or the electronics industry.

Further application examples:

IOT & PLC, General Motion Control, Performance Motion Control, Manufacturing

Smart Energy

ctrlX AUTOMATION enables sustainable and energy-saving solutions. Users benefit from the scalability of the system and ready-made energy management solutions when setting up their production lines. ctrlX AUTOMATION can be used, for example, in battery manufacturing or the electronics industry.

Further application examples:

IOT & PLC, General Motion Control, Performance Motion Control, Manufacturing

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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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