Properties

• Motor types: Can be combined with synchronous/asynchronous drives (with/without encoder) from SEW‑EURODRIVE and with third-party motors
• Encoder evaluation: Evaluation of all SEW‑EURODRIVE motor encoders with DDI interface
• Connection voltage: 380 V – 500 V at 50/60 Hz (also available as IT system variant)
• MOVILINK^® DDI: The digital motor interface with an electronic nameplate that includes all drive unit data. By eliminating the need for manual motor startup, this saves you valuable time and avoids any potential startup errors.

• Control modes
  • V/f: Highly robust for asynchronous motors without encoders
  • VFC^PLUS: Extremely versatile for asynchronous motors with and without encoders
  • CFC: Highly dynamic for asynchronous and synchronous motors with encoders
  • ELSM^®: Highly efficient for synchronous motors without encoders

• Overload capacity up to 300% of I_N
  • Prevents oversizing in static operation
  • Reduces installed size of necessary supply infrastructure

• Weight (depending on inverter's drive electronics)
  • Size 1/1E: 3.5 – 5.5 kg
  • Size 2/12E: 9.5 – 10 kg

Ready for use in your application

MOVIMOT® flexible is a highly versatile inverter that has a connection box with field distributor function for installation close to the motor.

From dynamic materials handling technology with speed-controlled axes all the way through to positioning tasks:

• Horizontal and vertical conveyor systems for parcel logistics and intralogistics, including baggage handling at airports
• Food and beverage industry
• Automotive industry

Are you looking for an even simpler solution with the inverter integrated into the motor?

Our MOVIMOT® advanced drive unit combines an asynchronous motor with a frequency inverter, making it an all-rounder for use in numerous intelligent logistics applications.

Communication/installation variants:

• DFC – direct fieldbus communication (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP^TM, Modbus TCP, POWERLINK)
• DSI – direct system bus installation (EtherCAT^®/SBus^PLUS)
• DBC – direct binary communication
• DAC – direct AS-interface communication

Digital and analog inputs/outputs:

• DFC/DSI: Up to 7 digital inputs and up to 2 digital inputs or outputs
• DBC: 4 digital inputs / 1 relay output and 1 analog input (0 – 10 V, 0 – 20 mA, 4 – 20 mA)
• DAC: 4 digital inputs / 1 relay output

Topologies

From control technology to inverters and drives, whether centralized or decentralized, there are no language barriers with any of the components from the MOVI-C® modular automation system.

Plan the design of your machines or systems with a single control, communication or installation topology. Our hardware and software will ensure seamless integration/assimilation and simply get things moving.

Customized motion control applications are making increasing use of the EtherCAT® CiA402 profile, including directly in the field, to control a number of drives using a field distributor. Whether you are utilizing this bus communication interface or a different one, you have unlimited combination options with MOVIMOT^® flexible.

• Integration of local operation into the front module for greater flexibility and easy operation
  • 3x digital inputs directly integrated in the front module for quick access
  • Key switch for easy switching between automatic and manual mode
  • LED Anzeige für Schaltzustände der digitalen Eingänge (am Frontmodul)
  • LED display for switching states of the digital inputs (on the front module)
• Standardized connector pattern for simplified installation
  • Han® Q4/2 for AC 400 V connection and integrated DC 24 V backup voltage or
  • Han® Q4/2 for AC 400 V connection and DC 24 V backup voltage optionally via M12 plug connector
  • Han® Q8/0 for connecting standard motors
  • Optional safety functions, e.g. STO (Safe Torque Off) via M12 plug connector

MOVIKIT® software modules

The "Drive" category includes MOVIKIT^® software modules that are operated directly on the MOVIMOT® flexible decentralized inverter:

• MOVIKIT^® Positioning Drive: MOVIKIT^® Positioning Drive enables positioning applications with a standardized fieldbus interface.
• MOVIKIT^® RapidCreepPositioning Drive: MOVIKIT^® RapidCreepPositioning Drive is a software module for implementing classic "rapid/creep speed positioning" without a motor encoder.
• MOVIKIT^® Velocity Drive: MOVIKIT^® Velocity Drive allows you to use applications with velocity control and a standardized fieldbus interface.

Digital motor and data integration

Single-cable technology for power supply and data transfer with digital encoder for synchronous and asynchronous motors

In fact, only one hybrid cable is required here for the data connection between inverter and motor. The MOVILINK® DDI digital data interface transfers the power, brake, encoder and diagnostic data to the motor.

Functionial safety

• Integrated STO (Safe Torque Off) safety function to IEC 61800-5-2
• Safety Integrity Level 3 to EN 61800-5-2:2017 and EN 61508:2010
• PL e to EN ISO 13849-1:2015
• Optional: CSB51A for STO via PROFIsafe, CIP-Safety or Safety over EtherCAT®
• Optional: CSL51A for safe inputs, SLS and STO via PROFIsafe, CIP-Safety or Safety over EtherCAT®
  • Safety functions: safe stop functions, safe motion functions

MOVIMOT^® flexible in logistics design is the perfect solution for your ASi retrofit projects. It is compatible with all common motor technologies and supports various ASi profiles. In addition, the standardized connection technology in combination with intuitive on-site operation ensures fast installation and minimal downtime. This solution is completed with the help of the MOVIKIT^® ASi LocalMotorStarterDrive, which makes the transition as smooth as possible, enables seamless integration into the existing infrastructure and thus ensures optimal performance from day one.

To the factsheet   (PDF, 285 KB)

This episode is ideal for maintenance engineers, system integrators and operations managers looking to modernize equipment efficiently and with long term stability. In this introductory video, Tim explains why retrofit your existing AS-Interface installation with the MOVIMOT^® flexible logistics variant is one of the most effective ways to increase operational reliability without redesigning your entire system.

A successful retrofit begins with one essential question: Does the new drive physically and electrically match the existing installation? Annabelle guides you through the critical checks you need to perform to ensure a smooth replacement with no unexpected issues.

Motors with integrated brake rectifiers require special handling. In this episode we walk you through the process of removing the existing rectifier and replacing it with a terminal block so the motor can be operated correctly by the MOVIMOT® flexible logistics variant.

This episode shows the installation and cabling of the MOVIMOT^® flexible logistics variant using standard plug connectors. We demonstrate what connectors are available and how to plug in your cables.

This episode explains how to properly integrate the MOVIMOT® flexible logistics variant into your ASi network. Clear steps ensure correct addressing and communication behavior.

The MOVIKIT^® ASi LocalMotorStarterDrive adds configuration options and a clear interface to the MOVIMOT^® flexible logistics variant for quick startup. This video explains how the software adjusts the mapping and how it is configured in MOVISUITE^®.

Whether you’re working on a simple conveyor or a multi drive system, this episode shows three effective commissioning paths.

In this episode we perform the essential checks that ensure your system is safe, stable and ready for production.

In the final episode, Annabelle presents the new logistics variant – a standardized version of the proven MOVIMOT® flexible designed specifically for modern material handling.

Encoder compatibility option

• Single-turn encoder /EI8Z for positioning and extended speed setting range
• MOVILINK® DDI multi-turn encoder /AK8Z
• Single-turn encoder /EZ2Z
• Multi-turn encoder /AZ2Z
• Safe single-turn encoder /EI7C-FS (for SLS safety function) in preparation

DynaStop® option

• DynaStop® electrodynamic retarding function (/DSP)

Optional plug connectors

• AC 400 V supply with M15 or M23 plug connectors
• Safe Torque Off (STO) with M12 plug connectors (A-coded, 5-pin)
• DC 24 V backup voltage with M12 plug connectors (L-coded, 5-pin)
• M23 plug connectors for hybrid installation
• Fieldbus connection (depending on the selected communication variant)
• Digital inputs/outputs (depending on the selected communication variant)
• Motor connection with M23 connector
• Daisy chain installations possible via connectors

Brake control option

• Integrated HV brake control for 110-AC 500V
• DC 24 V Brake control

Further options

• Optionally available with integrated load disconnector, including feedback contact

Ambient conditions

• Degree of protection: Standard IP65 to EN 60529
• Ambient temperature: -30 °C to +60 °C (depending on the execution)
• Sustainability and excellent energy-saving potential:
  • Enhanced energy efficiency thanks to integrated standby mode and flux optimization

Certifications/conformity

• CE (European Economic Area)
• CMIM (Morocco)
• EAC (Customs Union of Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus)
• RCM (Australia and New Zealand)
• UA.TR (Ukraine)
• UKCA (United Kingdom)
• UL (USA and Canada)