The Siemens Drive Technologies Division has extended the upper performance segment of its Simotion D range. The new generation of Simotion D4x5-2 multi-axis controllers features extended functions such as a quantity structure of 128 axes, Profinet interface and technology I/Os as well as a computing performance increased by a factor of 3.
The Simotion D motion control system for production machines covers all levels of performance, from simple positioning tasks to demanding applications with extremely short cycle times or large numbers of axes. Thanks to its scalability, Simotion offers a high degree of flexibility, also with regard to changing demands on machine automation. The Simotion D drive-based multi-axis control system not only offers PLC, motion control and technology functions, but also an integrated drive control based on the Sinamics S120 series of drives.
With the new Simotion D445-2 DP/PN and D455-2 DP/PN versions the performance range has now been extended upwards. Compared to the previous generation, the maximum quantity structure has been doubled to 128 axes and the memory capacity expanded. This has increased the PLC and motion control performance by a factor of 3.
With Simotion D4x5-2 the previously optional Profinet IO interface has now been integrated on the modules. This frees up one slot that is then available for other expansion options. The onboard interface is equipped with an integrated 3-port switch and facilitates the construction of different network topologies such as line, star or tree structures, without the need for additional external switches. The interface not only supports real-time (RT), but also isochronous real-time (IRT) data exchange and can be operated as a controller and/or device.
Apart from the Profinet interface, the Simotion D4x5-2 also has two Profibus and two Ethernet interfaces, as well as 28 digital I/Os, of which 16 can be used for technological tasks such as the output of output cams with microsecond resolution.
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The Siemens Industry Sector (Erlangen, Germany) is the worldwide leading supplier of environmentally friendly production, transportation, building and lighting technologies. With integrated automation technologies and comprehensive industry-specific solutions, Siemens increases the productivity, efficiency and flexibility of its customers in the fields of industry and infrastructure. The Sector consists of six divisions: Building Technologies, Drive Technologies, Industry Automation, Industry Solutions, Mobility and Osram. With around 207,000 employees worldwide (September 30), Siemens Industry achieved in fiscal year 2009 total sales of approximately €35 billion. www.siemens.com/industry
The Siemens Drive Technologies Division (Nuremberg, Germany) is the world's leading supplier of products and services for production machinery and machine tools. This includes standard products but also encompasses industry-specific control and drive solutions. Integrated technologies along the entire drive train with electrical and mechanical components offer highest potential to reduce energy consumption in industrial plants. The services provided by the Division include mechatronics support in addition to online services for web-based fault management and preventive maintenance. With around 36,000 employees worldwide (September 30), Siemens Drive Technologies achieved total sales of €7.5 billion in fiscal year 2009. www.siemens.com/drivetechnologies
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