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The EKS/EKM36 motor feedback system delivers high-performance, safe speed measurement for standard servo applications in demanding industrial environments. Designed specifically for use in packaging and robotics, this compact sensor features an optical scanning system and a small housing diameter that ensures efficient integration into existing motion systems. With SIL2 certification, the EKS/EKM36 provides safely-limited speed (SLS) functionality, enhancing machine availability by preventing over-speed conditions. It reliably monitors critical servo motor parameters such as speed, position, acceleration, and temperature, storing these values in a mission time histogram for diagnostics and predictive maintenance. The system supports safe motion applications through its HIPERFACE DSL® interface, meeting safety integrity level 3 requirements while maintaining high performance and operational reliability.
The EKS/EKM36 leverages a robust optical scanning system to ensure precise detection of servo motor parameters. Its small housing diameter makes it ideal for space-constrained installations in packaging and robotic systems. The sensor operates reliably at high rotational speeds and under rugged conditions, meeting the demands of standard servomotors. A key technological advantage is its HIPERFACE DSL® interface, which enables one-cable data transmission between the sensor and motion system. This simplifies installation, reduces wiring complexity, and lowers energy consumption. The system also supports integration into safety applications due to its reliable communication protocol, offering safe speed monitoring through a SIL2-certified design that includes safely-limited speed (SLS) functionality.
The EKS/EKM36 motor feedback system is designed for accurate and safe servo drive operation. It reliably detects speed, position, acceleration, and temperature parameters of the servo motor and stores these values in a mission time histogram for analysis. The sensor features a small housing diameter and uses an optical scanning mechanism to ensure high precision. With SIL2 certification, it provides safely-limited speed (SLS) functionality that improves machine availability by preventing unsafe over-speed conditions. The communication protocol is HIPERFACE DSL®, a digital interface that transmits data from the sensor into the motion system via a dedicated motor feedback protocol. This interface supports safe motion applications and meets safety integrity level 3 requirements, ensuring compliance with industrial safety standards.
The EKS/EKM36 integrates seamlessly into existing motion systems through its HIPERFACE DSL® digital communication interface. Data is transmitted directly from the sensor to the drive via a single cable, reducing connection costs, space requirements, and energy consumption. The PGT-13-S programming tool was specifically developed for data integration and visualization of sensors with the HIPERFACE DSL® interface. It enables operators to perform configuration, testing, commissioning, and implementation efficiently. This reliable communication protocol also supports integration into safety-critical applications, allowing safe motion control through a single cable solution. The system’s compatibility with standard servo drives ensures straightforward setup and operation in both packaging and robotics environments.
The EKS/EKM36 is designed for reliable performance in industrial environments where high rotational speeds and mechanical stress are common. It operates effectively under demanding conditions typical of packaging and robotic systems, thanks to its rugged optical scanning system and compact design. The sensor is built to withstand the physical demands of standard servomotor applications while maintaining measurement accuracy. Its HIPERFACE DSL® interface ensures stable communication even in noisy industrial settings. With SIL2 certification and support for safety integrity level 3, the EKS/EKM36 maintains performance and safety under a range of operational conditions, making it suitable for continuous operation in high-availability production environments.
The EKS/EKM36 motor feedback system is ideal for use in packaging machinery and robotic automation systems where precise speed control and safe operation are essential. Its ability to monitor servo parameters such as speed, position, acceleration, and temperature enables real-time diagnostics and improved machine availability. The SIL2 certification with safely-limited speed (SLS) functionality ensures safe operation during high-speed cycles, reducing the risk of mechanical failure. With one-cable integration via HIPERFACE DSL®, it simplifies installation in complex motion systems. Its support for safety integrity level 3 makes it suitable for use in safety-critical applications such as emergency stop functions or over-speed protection. The compact design and reliable performance make it a preferred choice in environments requiring both precision and safety compliance.
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