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Kollmorgen MCD818442-01B

  • Product Name:​ MCD8 AGV Manual Control Device (handheld pendant, variant 18442-01B)
  • Introduction:​ Rugged handheld steering/drive/load control pendant for Kollmorgen NDC-controlled AGVs; MCD818442-01B is internal/material code for MCD8 family.

Detailed content

  • Technical Specifications:
    • Supply: 24–48 VDC nominal (16.8–72 VDC)
    • Power: <0.2 W
    • Comms: RS485 multidrop
    • Controls: Steering potentiometer, AUTO-SAFE-MAN switch, FWD-BWD switch, load switches, E-stop
    • Indicators: LED for E-stop, com status, on-track
    • Protection: IP40
    • Temp: 0–50 °C
    • Dimensions: 85 x 363 x 72 mm
    • Weight: 0.9 kg
  • Features:​ Ergonomic grip, user-programmable functions, MCD8 HS adds 3-position dead-man and stop override.
  • Applications:​ AGV commissioning, manual override, exception handling in warehouse/logistics vehicles.
  • Construction:​ Industrial plastic/metal housing, cabled pendant with chassis connector (5-pin or 16-pin HS variant).
  • Installation Notes:​ Connect via NDC I/O converter; assign RS485 address 1 or 8 via DIP; route cable away from drive wheels.
  • Precautions:​ HS version required for ISO 3691-4 compliance; dead-man switch must be wired to safety PLC; not for continuous driving.

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