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Kollmorgen AKD-P00607-NCP
Product Overview:
The AKD-P00607-NCP is a single-axis digital servo drive from the AKD Performance product line by Kollmorgen. The “P” denotes the Performance tier, which offers enhanced tuning flexibility, higher control bandwidth, and built-in EtherCAT communication compared to the Basic tier. The “NCP” suffix specifies the communication and configuration package including EtherCAT slave interface with CoE/FoE protocol support.
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Technical Specifications:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Continuous Output Current | 7 A RMS |
| Peak Output Current | 21 A (3× continuous for 5 seconds) |
| DC Bus Voltage Range | 24 VDC to 48 VDC (nominal 48 VDC) |
| Power Rating | Approximately 336 W continuous (at 48 VDC) |
| Control Mode | Current (Torque) Mode, Velocity Mode, Position Mode, Cyclic Synchronous Mode (CSP/CSV) |
| Feedback Types Supported | Hall sensors, Incremental Encoder (A/B/Z, up to 16 M counts/rev), Sine/Cosine Encoder, Resolver, EnDat 2.2, BiSS-C |
| Communication Interface | EtherCAT (Slave), USB (service), Digital I/O |
| EtherCAT Cycle Time | 250 μs to 1000 μs (configurable) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +50°C (derating above 40°C) |
| Enclosure Rating | IP20 (chassis mount) |
| Dimensions (approx.) | 145 mm × 80 mm × 48 mm (W × H × D) |
| Weight (approx.) | 0.48 kg |
Functional Features:
- EtherCAT real-time communication with distributed clock (DC) synchronization for multi-axis coordination
- Advanced auto-tuning with inertia identification and friction compensation
- Notch filters (up to 3 biquad filters) for vibration suppression
- Feedforward control (velocity feedforward, acceleration feedforward, torque feedforward)
- Electronic cam profiles (up to 32 cam tables)
- Safe Torque Off (STO) functionality per IEC 61800-5-2
- Programmable safety functions via STO and SS1/SS2 inputs
Structural Characteristics:
- Identical chassis-mount form factor as AKD Basic series for drop-in replacement
- EtherCAT RJ45 connector on front panel
- USB Type-B connector for service and tuning
- Extended I/O terminal block with 8 digital inputs and 4 digital outputs
- Status LED array with 4-segment diagnostic display
Working Principle:
The AKD-P00607-NCP operates on the same three-loop servo control architecture as the Basic series but with a higher-performance DSP running at 200 MHz. The EtherCAT interface receives cyclic process data (target position/velocity/torque) from a master controller at 250 μs to 1 ms intervals. The drive executes the control algorithm and returns actual position, velocity, torque, and status data in the same cycle. The distributed clock ensures jitter below 1 μs for synchronized multi-axis motion. The IGBT inverter stage operates at 20 kHz PWM switching frequency.
Advantages:
- EtherCAT integration eliminates need for external motion controllers in many applications
- Higher control bandwidth (up to 1.5 kHz velocity loop) compared to Basic series
- Advanced vibration suppression via configurable notch filters
- Safe Torque Off (STO) provides functional safety without additional hardware
- Drop-in compatible with AKD Basic for easy upgrade path
Applicable Industries:
- Semiconductor manufacturing equipment
- Electronics assembly machines (pick-and-place, bonders)
- High-speed packaging lines
- Robotics (single-axis joints)
- Medical device automation
- Precision metrology systems
Installation Requirements:
- Mount on DIN rail (35 mm) or flat surface with minimum 50 mm ventilation clearance
- Connect EtherCAT cable using shielded CAT5e/CAT6 with maximum segment length of 100 m
- Connect STO safety circuit using dual-channel safety relay per IEC 61800-5-2
- DC bus voltage must be 48 VDC nominal, with ripple below 5%
- Ensure encoder cable shielding is grounded at drive end only
Usage Precautions:
- Do not mix EtherCAT segments with non-shielded cables — signal integrity will degrade
- STO circuit must be verified with a safety analyzer before machine operation
- Firmware version must match the AKD Workbench software version
- Do not exceed 21 A peak current for more than 5 seconds continuously
- Perform auto-tuning with motor mechanically coupled to load for accurate inertia identification
