Motion Control Systems
Precise motion control with Sinamics drives and Simotics motors: an integrated architecture for projects that demand high efficiency, reliability and full synchronization.
SIMOTION C — PLC-based
SIMOTION C is a motion control unit with an S7-300 design and can be used extremely flexibly. In addition to its integrated interfaces, peripherals from the SIMATIC S7-300 module range can be added to the motion controller, so it scores wherever maximum flexibility in drive selection is required. The PLC-based system can process a wide variety of processor signals and also handles high-level motion control functions such as path interpolation and distributed gearing.
SIMOTION D — Drive-based
The drive-based motion controller SIMOTION D integrates motion control, technology and PLC functions directly into the drive. Its key advantages include high machine cycle rates, repeatable product quality, significant cost savings and less space required in the control cabinet. SIMOTION D needs around 50 percent less space than a conventional PLC with separate drive control. This makes the system ideal for distributed or modular automation solutions, especially on complex machines that require time-critical axis synchronization.
SIMOTION P — PC-based
The PC-based SIMOTION P motion control system combines the ruggedness and openness of an industrial PC with full motion control capabilities. Because the IPC design uses no rotating components such as fans or hard disks, SIMOTION P is ideal for harsh conditions. Its wide range of PLC and motion control functions suits a broad variety of applications, and the open Windows operating system makes integration easy. It offers excellent flexibility in the choice of operating system and processor, mounting options and a wide range of communication interfaces.