AX8000 multi-axis servo system extended by SiC axis module

The AX8000 multi-axis servo system from Beckhoff has now been expanded to include an axis module with silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors, which set new standards in switching voltage and speed, switching losses, and size.

The lower power loss means the same housing can now be used for 28 A nominal current and for the 18 A IGBT device. It also results in 55% more output for the same axis module size.

The AX8000 multi-axis servo system operates within a motor performance range of 0.5 to 20 kW. The combined feed-in and axis modules with 40 kW feed-in power each have an inverter with 12.5 or 20 kW integrated directly into the housing. These can be used to operate high-frequency spindle drives for CNC machines at speeds of up to 72,000 rpm, as well as large motors for injection molding machines, blow molding machines, and more.

Learn more about the AX8000 multi-axis servo system, One Cable Technology and further drive systems for highly dynamic positioning tasks from Beckhoff Automation.

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