SEW-Eurodrive Movipro SDC (standard drive controller)

SEW-Eurodrive has released the Movipro SDC (standard drive controller). The SDC features a compact IP54-rated enclosure and provides industry with an easy-to-use field-mountable drive solution - for decentralised single-axis speed control and positioning applications.

The SDC is offered in two physical sizes: 4-7.5 and 11-15 kW, accommodating standard variable speed drive, as well as positioning and synchronous applications, such as those associated with high-tech conveyors, stackers and cranes. The unit is also equipped with incremental or absolute encoder feedback functionality and integrated brake control, negating the need for separate brake control equipment and voltage supplies, valuable for hoisting applications.

Importantly, the Movipro SDC is fully supported by a comprehensive library of pre-configured application modules, which permit fast-tracked configuration. It does not require extensive and time-consuming programming. Operators need to parameterise the pre-configured application modules, such as fieldbus positioning, absolute positioning, positioning to a touch-probe and modulo positioning.

The integrated communications gateway supports a wide array of external fieldbus communication protocols, including Profibus, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP and ProfiNet.

An optional maintenance switch allows site technicians to isolate the mains power to the Movipro SDC. This provides troubleshooting flexibility, allowing maintenance to be carried out without risk of energising the motor. Additional operational and set-up flexibility is provided by the SDC’s optional I/O interfaces and plug-in/plug-out connections.