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Motor control system D1 with PROFINET

... simple integration in conjunction with Siemens control systems ...

The D1 motor control system for stepper, DC and EC/BLDC motors is extended with the PROFINET field bus. Thanks to its certified PROFINET integration, the D1 is compatible with control systems from Siemens, Beckhoff, Wago and other manufacturers. The integration time in a PROFINET network can be reduced to a minimum.

The PROFINET update for the D1 motor control system is expected to be available in November 2024. Make sure you get a D1 motor control system now and receive a free PROFINET update at the end of the year.

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Tech up

Compatible with many automation control systems with PROFINET

Cost down

Fast integration thanks to certified D1 motor control system

Proof

D1 compatible with PROFINET with 18% market share

Sustainability

Older D1s can be upgraded to PROFINET with a free firmware update

D1 motor control system in the PROFINET world

Background information on PROFINET

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.