Allen-Bradley MPL-A230P-EJ74AA – MP-Series Low Inertia Servo Motor for Fast, Precise Motion

The Allen‑Bradley MPL-A230P-EJ74AA belongs to the MP-Series Low Inertia (MPL) family, designed for high‑response indexing, packaging, and material handling applications. From my experience, this variant is typically paired with Kinetix 230V-class servo drives when you need crisp acceleration, tight positioning, and a compact footprint. You might notice that the “P” stack usually indicates a mid-length motor that balances torque density with low rotor inertia—handy for short cycle times and frequent start/stop profiles.

Common use cases include multi-axis pick‑and‑place, horizontal form‑fill‑seal, conveyor Z‑axis with brake hold, and rapid indexing turntables. One thing I appreciate is how easily these MPL motors drop into existing Kinetix architectures with standard power and feedback cabling, which keeps commissioning time short in most cases.

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• Warranty: 365 days
• Delivery: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
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Key Features

• Low-inertia rotor – Suited for high-throughput indexing and rapid acceleration/deceleration.
• 230 V-class winding – Works with Kinetix 2000/3000/6000/6500-class drives in 230 VAC systems.
• High-resolution feedback – This EJ option typically provides absolute feedback for precise positioning and reliable homing.
• Holding brake variant – The EJ74AA build is commonly supplied with a 24 VDC brake to secure vertical axes or maintain position at stop.
• Compact, IEC-style flange mount – Face mounting makes machine integration straightforward, even in tight spaces.
• Matched ecosystem – Standard AB power/feedback cabling, quick auto‑tuning on Kinetix, and ready access to spares.

Technical Specifications

Related or Supporting Products

• MPL-A230P-MJ72AA / MPL-A230P-HJxxAA – Similar torque class with different feedback/brake options. Choose based on required encoder type and whether a holding brake is needed.
• MPL-A220P-xx / MPL-A240P-xx – Same series with different stack/torque points if you need a slightly smaller or larger continuous torque range.
• Kinetix Servo Drives – 2097 (Kinetix 3000), 2093 (Kinetix 2000), 2094 (Kinetix 6000/6200/6500), 2198 (Kinetix 5500/5700, with feedback compatibility considered).
• Motor Power Cables – 2090-CPWM7DF-xx series (motor power, 230 V-class).
• Feedback Cables – 2090-UXNFB-xx (SFD/Hiperface feedback, length as required). Verify connector keying per your EJ build.

A packaging OEM told us they swapped to this exact EJ variant to add brake hold on a vertical seal jaw and saw fewer drift faults during emergency stops—seems to be a small change that paid back quickly.

Installation & Maintenance

• Mounting – Flange-mount to a rigid surface; align couplings carefully to protect bearings. Observe allowable radial/axial load for the shaft.
• Wiring – Use shielded, grounded cables; route power and feedback separately to reduce noise. Lock connectors fully; do not connect/disconnect under power.
• Environment – Keep within 0…40 °C ambient and avoid condensing humidity. If washdown or dusty, specify the shaft seal option and suitable cable glands.
• Brake – If equipped, supply 24 VDC per datasheet and confirm release timing in the drive logic, especially on vertical axes.
• Tuning – Use Kinetix auto‑tune, then fine‑tune notch/filters if your mechanism has resonance. This typically shortens start‑up time.
• Routine care – Inspect connectors and cable jackets quarterly, remove dust buildup on the housing for thermal performance, and verify grounding. Drive firmware updates can improve performance/diagnostics with this motor.

Quality & Certifications

• CE marking and cULus recognition for industrial machinery (typical for MP-Series)
• RoHS compliant build options available
• Manufacturer warranty support; sales warranty period: 365 days