NORDAC FUSION compact drive solution

NORD Drivesystems has launched the NORDAC FUSION drive solution that combines motor and inverter into a compact, ready-to-use, high-performance unit.

For logistics projects with a high level of automation, the solution means fewer engineering efforts per drive axle, faster commissioning and high drive quality — from the first conveying point to the last transfer station. The decentralised design allows for direct mounting on the respective unit. Centralised control cabinets are thus no longer required and wiring can be reduced.

The solution combines asynchronous motors (IE3) and permanent magnet synchronous motors (IE5+) in ventilated and unventilated versions with a decentralised NORDAC ON frequency inverter. The optimised motor/inverter combinations cover a power range from 0.31–3.7 kW.

The decentralised frequency inverters are characterised by their compact design, full plug-in capability and high reliability. Special features include the integrated PLC and a multi-protocol Ethernet interface. PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT can be easily set via parameters. Integrated safety functions enable safe operation of almost all motion sequences in automated production.

Apart from STO and SS1, the NORDAC ON series will also feature the motion monitoring function SLS, SMS or SSM for fail-safe control of the rotary movement. They can be integrated via PROFIsafe or FSoE into a fail-safe application within an existing Industrial Ethernet network. Standalone use is also possible.

The drive solution can be used up to a temperature of -30°C. The combination of IE5+ synchronous motors and NORDAC ON PURE with NXD tupH is, for example, suitable for wash-down applications in the food sector. Ethernet on board, hybrid cables and daisy chain technology enable efficient and hygienic topologies that are more streamlined and easier to clean than conventional decentralised wiring.