D1 motor control system in the PROFINET world

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The combination of the igus® D1 motor control system with PROFINET offers a powerful solution for precise and dynamic motion control system. The igus D1 motor control system offers a state-of-the-art drive solution with integrated control for simple positioning tasks to complex motion profiles. With its compact and robust design, the D1 motor control system is ideal for demanding environments. It can drive stepper, DC and EC/BLDC motors and, with options such as encoders and brakes, offers a universal solution. PROFINET is a widely used industrial Ethernet communication protocol that allows for fast and reliable communication between different automation components. Thanks to the PROFINET integration in the igus® D1 motor control system, users can benefit from the advantages of seamless communication between drive systems and higher-level control systems. Integration takes place via a standardised software interface that enables simple configuration and commissioning. By means of the extensive diagnostic functions of PROFINET, users can monitor the status of the drive systems and proactively plan maintenance work. Thanks to the flexible configuration options of PROFINET, the igus D1 motor control system can be seamlessly integrated into the existing automation environment. This allows for a fast and cost-efficient implementation without major changes to the existing infrastructure. 

To summarise, PROFINET integration into the igus D1 motor control system offers a powerful solution for precise motion control in industrial applications. It allows users to benefit from improved efficiency, reliability and flexibility and strengthen their competitiveness on the market.

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