Product Description

Overview

The Schneider Electric MC-4/11/10/400 PacDrive is a high-performance digital servo drive designed for precise motor control in industrial automation systems. It integrates the power unit, final stage drive, and software regulator in a compact module, simplifying system architecture. Moreover, it delivers reliable and repeatable motion control for robotics, CNC machines, packaging machinery, and printing equipment. Its high switching frequency and multi-axis coordination enable micro-level precision and rapid response times.

Technical Specifications

Electrical Parameters

• Input Voltage: 3-phase AC 380–480 V (±10%)

• Rated Current: 10 A RMS continuous

• Peak Current: 25–33 A (250–300% overload)

• Rated Power: 4 kW (supports motors 400 W–11 kW)

• Control Voltage: 24 V DC (−15% / +25%), 1 A

• Electronics Supply Power: 12 W

• Switching Frequency: 16 kHz

Control & Communication

• Control Loops: Position, velocity, torque closed-loop

• Multi-Axis Coordination: Up to 8 axes, 4-axis ≤2 ms, 8-axis ≤4 ms

• Communication Protocols: EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFIBUS DP, Modbus TCP/IP, SERCOS II fiber optic

• Feedback Interfaces: EnDat 2.2, HIPERFACE DSL, Resolver

Mechanical & Environmental

• Cooling: Internal fan forced ventilation

• Protection Rating: IP20 standard, optional IP65

• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C, up to 60 °C with derating

• Dimensions & Weight: 6.8 kg (15 lbs)

FAQ

Q1: What motors can MC-4/11/10/400 control?
It supports servo motors rated from 400 W up to 11 kW, depending on configuration.

Q2: Which communication protocols are supported?
EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFIBUS DP, Modbus TCP/IP, and SERCOS II fiber optic.

Q3: How many axes can be synchronized?
Up to 8 axes, with 4-axis response ≤2 ms and 8-axis ≤4 ms.

Q4: What is the cooling method?
The unit uses an internal fan for forced ventilation to maintain optimal performance.

Q5: Is it suitable for industrial robotics?
Yes, it provides high-precision, multi-axis motion control for complex automation tasks.