One Cable Technology from Beckhoff optimizes the machine design
Every machine and plant manufacturer knows: less wiring means less effort, lower costs, fewer sources of error – and, overall, more satisfied customers! With the development of the One Cable Technology, which combines power and feedback line in one cable, Beckhoff has created an optimal solution here. For example, fewer cables need to be pulled through an energy chain, saving time and money. Due to the elimination of the feedback line for motors, the mounting space on the machine and in the control cabinet is reduced and thus makes an important contribution to a machine design with a smaller footprint.
EtherCAT P: the One Cable Automation solution for the field level
The One Cable Technology (OCT), for example for connecting motors, is a standard that has been shaped by Beckhoff for years and halves material and commissioning costs. As a consistent further development, Beckhoff has launched EtherCAT P, the one cable technology for the field level. EtherCAT P combines EtherCAT communication with the power supply for the connected consumers on a standard four-wire Ethernet. In addition, EtherCAT P enables the direct forwarding of a power supply via the devices. All the advantages of EtherCAT, in particular the free choice of topology, are preserved. One Cable Automation simplifies the system cabling in machine manufacturing, as components, terminal boxes and machine modules only need to be connected via a single hybrid cable.
Beckhoff servomotors and drives with One Cable Technology save space in the control cabinet
The Beckhoff servomotors with One Cable Technology have lastingly revolutionized the servo market, as only one connection cable is required for motor current and encoder feedback. The AX8000 multi-axis servo system supports OCT; in combination with the servomotors from the AM8000 (standard), AM8500 (increased inertia), AM8700 (anodized surface) and AM8800 (stainless steel) series, the cabling is reduced to the obligatory motor cable, through which the feedback signals are then also transmitted. As with sensorless control, the use of an additionally required feedback line is eliminated. All the information required for control purposes is transferred reliably and fail-safe via a digital interface.