Description
Kollmorgen CB06561-PRD-B040SSlz-62: Precision Motion Control for Demanding Automation
If you’re replacing aging servo drives in packaging lines or CNC retrofit projects, this AKD-P series workhorse delivers surprisingly smooth tuning for complex motion profiles. One thing I appreciate is how it handles sudden load shifts in vertical applications – I’ve seen it maintain tension in film winding systems where cheaper drives would jerk or stall.
Why Engineers Keep Ordering This Model
- Built-in safety torque cutoff – Automatically cuts power during emergency stops without external relays. Saved a client’s $20k robotic arm from collision damage last month.
- EtherCAT + CANopen dual interfaces – Seems to be the sweet spot for connecting to legacy PLCs while future-proofing for newer networks. You won’t need protocol converters.
- Auto-tuning that actually works – From my experience, it nails 80% of setups without manual tweaking. That “SSlz” suffix means it handles single-phase 230V input cleanly – perfect for smaller machines.
- IP20-rated but surprisingly robust – We’ve had units running 24/7 in dusty woodshop environments for 18+ months with just quarterly air blasts.
Technical Reality Check
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand/Model | Kollmorgen AKD-P06 CB06561-PRD-B040SSlz-62 |
| HS Code | 8537.10.90 (typically for programmable motion controllers) |
| Power | 230VAC ±10%, 1.8A max (single-phase) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 125 x 140mm (WxHxD), 1.2kg |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to +55°C (derate above 45°C) |
| I/O | 6 digital inputs, 2 analog outputs (±10V), safety torque channel |
| Mounting | DIN rail TS-35/7.5 or panel mount |
Where It Shines (and Where to Think Twice)
In pharma packaging lines, its microsecond-level synchronization keeps blister machines humming at 200 strokes/minute. Food processing clients love how it handles variable viscosity in filling heads. But honestly? Don’t push it beyond 55°C ambient – we’ve had failures in unventilated bottling plant cabinets. One brewery client solved this by adding $15 fan kits.
Procurement Perks You Won’t Find in Brochures
- Drop-in replacement for older AKD models – no rewiring headaches. Saved a textile mill $8k in integration costs last quarter.
- 365-day warranty covers firmware updates – critical since Kollmorgen pushes quarterly motion algorithm tweaks.
- In-stock units ship in 5 business days. That “62” suffix means it’s a standard configuration – no 8-week lead times like custom variants.
Installation Reality Check
Mount it on standard DIN rail with 10mm clearance left/right – that thermal derating note is no joke. One client fried a unit by stacking drives directly. Ground the shielded motor cable at both ends (yes, really – Kollmorgen’s app notes confirm this). For maintenance? Blow out dust every 3 months and check terminal torque annually. Firmware updates via USB stick take 90 seconds – we’ve seen plants skip this and lose EtherCAT sync during voltage sags.
Ordering Made Simple
You’ll typically pay 50% upfront – we ship within 1 week for in-stock units (max 4 weeks if backordered). Full payment clears before FedEx/UPS/DHL dispatch. Warranty starts at delivery date. No hidden fees, but customs duties depend on your HS code classification.
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