SEW-Eurodrive Movigear B decentralised mechatronic drive systems

SEW-Eurodrive has released the Movigear B all-in-one decentralised mechatronic drive systems. The series comprises motor, gear unit and drive electronics in a single, compact housing. Additional features such as four communication variant options, enhanced safety functionality and a specific wet area variant are available.

The line has a permanent-field servomotor, high-efficiency gearings and enhanced electronic components with intelligent control modes, resulting in a mechatronic drive that is able to deliver up to 300% start-up torques with optimised constant-speed power consumption. Energy cost savings as high as 30 to 40% are claimed, making this an all-in-one drive option for conveyor applications across a wide range of industries.

The line is offered in the following communication variants: DBC-B (direct binary communication); DAC-B (direct AS-interface communication); SNI-B (single line network installation); and DSC-B (direct SBus communications).

The series features a smooth, hygienic housing without external fins. The totally enclosed design prevents debris build-up and also serves to reduce noise. A ‘wet-area’ variant with anti-stick surface coating is also available.

The series is equipped with safe torque off (STO) integrated safety functionality as standard, designed to SIL3 according to IEC 61800-5-2.

The series is offered in two constant torque sizes - 200 and 400 Nm - and is available in a choice of keyless TorqLoc or keyed hollow-shaft mounting system. All variants are equipped with digital inputs that facilitate local manual operation.