Deconstructing machine modularity
From the very beginning, motion control devices in the ACOPOSmulti family from B&R have focused on the issue of modularity. However, if modularity in machine manufacturing is carried through to its logical conclusion, it becomes clear that inverters also need to leave the control cabinet behind and migrate to where the action takes place. This allows configurable modules to become easily connected mechatronic devices. It also makes it possible to reduce delivery times, free-up valuable floor space and simplify commissioning. With the ACOPOSremote, B&R has now introduced a decentralised inverter for motion control onto the market that meets all of these demands.
All modules in the ACOPOSremote product line are designed with IP65 protection, which makes it possible to mount them directly on the machine. The control cabinet then only has to contain the power supply, high powered inverter modules and other necessary electrical switching devices. The result is a much easier implementation of modular machine architectures. When optional machine functions are required, they can easily be connected – with the requisite dimensioning of the power supply – to the machine’s main line using hybrid cables.
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