The Schneider Electric ELAU PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K represents a multi-axis programmable motion controller engineered for ultra-precise synchronized motion control in advanced manufacturing systems. As part of ELAU’s PMC-2 Modular Control Platform, this 11kW-rated unit delivers 0.0001° angular resolution through its 128-bit RISC processor architecture, specifically designed for high-speed robotic assembly lines in automotive electronics production. The ELAU PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K supports up to 32 axes of coordinated motion via POWERLINK v2.3 with ≤10ns synchronization jitter, making it ideal for semiconductor wafer handling robots requiring sub-micron precision.
Featuring modular I/O expansion capabilities, this controller integrates seamlessly with PacDrive 3 automation systems through dual-redundant Ethernet/IP interfaces. The PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K implements SIL 3-compliant safety functions including Safe Motion Monitor (SMM) for collaborative robotics in pharmaceutical packaging applications. Its IP67-rated aluminum housing withstands high-pressure washdowns in food processing plants while maintaining operational stability in -40°C to +85°C temperature ranges.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K |
| Manufacturer | Schneider Electric (ELAU) |
| Product Type | Multi-axis Motion Controller |
| Input Voltage | 3-phase 380-480V AC (±15%) |
| Continuous Current | 11A RMS |
| Peak Current | 44A (3s overload) |
| Control Axis | 32 axes (simultaneous) |
| Communication | POWERLINK/EtherNet IP |
| Feedback Resolution | 32-bit absolute encoder |
| Cycle Time | 200μs (position control) |
| Ambient Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Protection Class | IP67 (Front)/IP20 (Terminal) |
| Dimensions | 320mm x 180mm x 110mm |
| Certifications | CE, UL, IEC 61800-5-1, FDA 21 CFR |
Key Features and Advantages:
Precision synchronization: The ELAU PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K implements electronic camming with 0.01μrad phase accuracy for rotary knife cutters in flexible packaging lines. Its adaptive vibration suppression algorithm reduces settling time by 45% in PCB component placement machines.
Modular flexibility: Hot-swappable I/O modules allow field upgrades without system downtime in 24/7 glass manufacturing plants. The controller’s dual CPU architecture separates safety functions from motion control processes, achieving 99.999% operational reliability in automotive welding robots.
Cyber-secure operations: Embedded TPM 2.0 security chip meets IEC 62443 standards for pharmaceutical serialization systems. The unit’s encrypted firmware updates prevent unauthorized modifications in defense industry CNC machining centers.
Application Areas:
The ELAU PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K excels in:
- Semiconductor: Chip die bonding equipment
- Printing: Web-fed rotary presses
- Medical: MRI gantry positioning systems
- Energy: Wind turbine blade polishing robots
In lithium battery production lines, its 16kHz current loop frequency ensures precise tension control during electrode foil winding. The controller’s conformal-coated electronics withstand sodium hydroxide mist in aluminum can washing systems while maintaining nanosecond-level synchronization.
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Installation and Maintenance:
Installation preparation: Ensure proper ESD protection when handling the PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K in cleanroom semiconductor facilities. Verify network switch compatibility (IEEE 1588 v2 support required) before configuring distributed clock systems in printing press applications.
Maintenance recommendations: Perform quarterly cooling fan inspections in paper mill environments with high particulate levels. Update security certificates annually using EcoStruxure Machine Advisor cloud platform for FDA-regulated food packaging systems. Conduct bi-annual torque verification on power terminals in vibration-intensive metal forming presses.
Product Assurance:
Schneider Electric provides a 12-month performance guarantee for the PMC-2/11/08/000/00/03/11/00/0K, validated through 50,000-hour MTBF testing under MIL-HDBK-217F conditions. Each unit undergoes 72-hour burn-in testing with full load cycling between -55°C and +125°C. Global technical support offers 24/7 emergency response with guaranteed 6-hour replacement for critical production line failures.
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