EtherCAT 48V Servo Drive

EtherCAT servo drives for deterministic, multi-axis synchronous control in industrial and robotic networks, with CiA 402 behavior confirmed per firmware package.

Target Buyer:Control systems engineers building real-time deterministic networks.

Overview

EtherCAT 48V servo drives enable deterministic, sub-millisecond synchronized multi-axis control for advanced robotic systems where multiple joint actuators must move in precisely coordinated trajectories. EtherCAT's wire-level synchronization via Distributed Clocks (DC) makes it the preferred fieldbus for high-DOF humanoid robots, collaborative robot arms, and synchronized actuator test benches where control loop timing directly affects motion quality and safety. Our EtherCAT servo drives implement the CiA 402 device profile for compatibility with standard motion control masters including Beckhoff TwinCAT 3, IgH EtherCAT Master (Linux), SOEM, and ROS2-based robot controllers. The drives support Cyclic Synchronous Position (CSP), Cyclic Synchronous Velocity (CSV), and Cyclic Synchronous Torque (CST) operating modes with configurable PDO mapping for application-specific data exchange. Minimum achievable cycle times are typically 125 µs to 250 µs depending on the axis count, PDO size, and master stack implementation. A critical procurement step that many robotics teams overlook is verifying master compatibility before ordering hardware samples. The ESI (EtherCAT Slave Information) XML file, object dictionary, and firmware version must be revision-matched between the drive and the buyer's master controller to avoid integration delays. We recommend requesting these commissioning files at the RFQ stage, not after hardware arrives, so controls engineers can validate the PDO mapping and object dictionary structure in their development environment before the physical sample integration begins.

Capability Highlights

Native EtherCAT (Beckhoff ET1100/AX58100)
Distributed Clocks (DC) support reviewed against target cycle time
CSP, CSV, CST mode support

Typical Applications

High-DOF humanoid robots
Collaborative robot arms
Synchronized multi-axis actuator benches

Engineering Focus

TwinCAT 3 / ROS2 hardware integration
PDO mapping and update rates

Specification Snapshot

Use these buyer-side parameters to decide whether this page matches your architecture before starting a formal quotation thread.

Parameter	Typical Direction	Buyer Note
Network	EtherCAT with CiA 402 style commissioning	Confirm master stack, cycle time, PDO mapping, and distributed-clock needs before sample order.
Voltage platform	48V nominal, low-voltage battery and lab systems	Share bus limits, regeneration strategy, and braking requirements for multi-axis robots.
Motion modes	CSP, CSV, CST, homing, diagnostics, and parameter storage	List the exact modes your controller expects so ESI and firmware can be checked.
Commissioning files	ESI XML, object dictionary, and test notes	Ask which files exist for the quoted revision during RFQ, not after hardware arrives.

Selection Logic Before RFQ

Use this flow to decide whether the page is a practical match before comparing unit price or sample lead time.

Checkpoint	Decision Input	Buyer Action
1. Confirm buyer fit	Control systems engineers building real-time deterministic networks.	Use this page when the project involves High-DOF humanoid robots, Collaborative robot arms, Synchronized multi-axis actuator benches.
2. Define operating window	Network: EtherCAT with CiA 402 style commissioning	Confirm master stack, cycle time, PDO mapping, and distributed-clock needs before sample order.
3. Lock integration constraints	Voltage platform: 48V nominal, low-voltage battery and lab systems	Convert TwinCAT 3 / ROS2 hardware integration, PDO mapping and update rates into measurable RFQ values before asking for final pricing.
4. Gate sample approval	ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet and Cycle-time and jitter validation notes	Request this evidence with the sample or pilot quote so acceptance criteria are clear before PO.

Buyer Decision Notes

Choose EtherCAT when synchronized multi-axis control is more important than minimum electronics cost.
Ask for master compatibility notes against TwinCAT, IgH, SOEM, or your robot controller.
Lock firmware and ESI file revisions as part of sample acceptance.

Factory & Delivery Capability

Firmware configuration and ESI file preparation for OEM EtherCAT networks.
Bench testing against standard EtherCAT masters and multi-axis topology assumptions.
Shielding, connector, and harness support for noisy robot joint environments.

Key Evaluation Matrix

Metric	Typical Range	Why It Matters
Min Cycle Time	125 µs - 250 µs	Essential for high-speed impedance control in robotics.

RFQ Preparation Checklist

Cycle time requirements (e.g., 250us, 1ms)
Preferred EtherCAT master (TwinCAT, IgH, SOEM)

Risk and Mitigation

Master compatibility issues: Request ESI files and master compatibility notes for the exact firmware revision.

Validation Evidence to Request

Evidence	Why It Matters
ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet	Lets controls engineers verify object mapping before integrating the sample when revision-matched files are available.
Cycle-time and jitter validation notes	Confirms whether the proposed drive can support high-DOF synchronized motion.

Production, QC, and Delivery Flow

Treat the flow below as a minimum evidence path from inquiry to pilot release. It keeps engineering, quality, and purchasing aligned before a repeat order.

Stage	What to Check	Evidence / Output
1. Requirement triage	Cycle time requirements (e.g., 250us, 1ms), Preferred EtherCAT master (TwinCAT, IgH, SOEM)	Fit/no-fit direction, missing data list, and closest standard or semi-custom platform.
2. Sample configuration	TwinCAT 3 / ROS2 hardware integration, PDO mapping and update rates	Motor, encoder, firmware, connector, and cooling assumptions tied to a sample revision.
3. Bench and thermal validation	ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet	Lets controls engineers verify object mapping before integrating the sample when revision-matched files are available.
4. Pilot release	EOL records, firmware baseline, protection behavior, and packaging method	Pilot-lot evidence package before production forecast and repeat order.

RFQ Starter

For an EtherCAT 48V servo drive review, send master controller, target cycle time, operating mode, PDO needs, axis count, bus voltage, current, encoder, and ESI expectations.

Open Contact / RFQ Checklist

Buyer FAQ

Do you provide ESI files?

ESI files can be provided for standard EtherCAT drive revisions. Confirm the XML, object dictionary, and firmware version during RFQ.

What data should we send for EtherCAT 48V Servo Drive?

For an EtherCAT 48V servo drive review, send master controller, target cycle time, operating mode, PDO needs, axis count, bus voltage, current, encoder, and ESI expectations.

How should EtherCAT 48V Servo Drive be validated before pilot build?

Request ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet. Lets controls engineers verify object mapping before integrating the sample when revision-matched files are available.

When is EtherCAT 48V Servo Drive the right page to review?

It is a better fit when the project needs robotics-grade current control, encoder feedback, protection behavior, and compact packaging instead of a generic hobby controller. A good first screen is network: EtherCAT with CiA 402 style commissioning.

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Engineering RFQ

Request an evaluation kit or custom BOM estimate.

Send motor, encoder, voltage, current, protocol, board envelope, and quantity-stage specs to [email protected] or WhatsApp +86 18857971991 for an engineering review.

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Overview

Specification Snapshot

Use these buyer-side parameters to decide whether this page matches your architecture before starting a formal quotation thread.

Parameter	Typical Direction	Buyer Note
Network	EtherCAT with CiA 402 style commissioning	Confirm master stack, cycle time, PDO mapping, and distributed-clock needs before sample order.
Voltage platform	48V nominal, low-voltage battery and lab systems	Share bus limits, regeneration strategy, and braking requirements for multi-axis robots.
Motion modes	CSP, CSV, CST, homing, diagnostics, and parameter storage	List the exact modes your controller expects so ESI and firmware can be checked.
Commissioning files	ESI XML, object dictionary, and test notes	Ask which files exist for the quoted revision during RFQ, not after hardware arrives.

Selection Logic Before RFQ

Use this flow to decide whether the page is a practical match before comparing unit price or sample lead time.

Checkpoint	Decision Input	Buyer Action
1. Confirm buyer fit	Control systems engineers building real-time deterministic networks.	Use this page when the project involves High-DOF humanoid robots, Collaborative robot arms, Synchronized multi-axis actuator benches.
2. Define operating window	Network: EtherCAT with CiA 402 style commissioning	Confirm master stack, cycle time, PDO mapping, and distributed-clock needs before sample order.
3. Lock integration constraints	Voltage platform: 48V nominal, low-voltage battery and lab systems	Convert TwinCAT 3 / ROS2 hardware integration, PDO mapping and update rates into measurable RFQ values before asking for final pricing.
4. Gate sample approval	ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet and Cycle-time and jitter validation notes	Request this evidence with the sample or pilot quote so acceptance criteria are clear before PO.

Metric

Typical Range

Why It Matters

Min Cycle Time

125 µs - 250 µs

Essential for high-speed impedance control in robotics.

Evidence

Why It Matters

ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet

Lets controls engineers verify object mapping before integrating the sample when revision-matched files are available.

Cycle-time and jitter validation notes

Confirms whether the proposed drive can support high-DOF synchronized motion.

Production, QC, and Delivery Flow

Treat the flow below as a minimum evidence path from inquiry to pilot release. It keeps engineering, quality, and purchasing aligned before a repeat order.

Stage	What to Check	Evidence / Output
1. Requirement triage	Cycle time requirements (e.g., 250us, 1ms), Preferred EtherCAT master (TwinCAT, IgH, SOEM)	Fit/no-fit direction, missing data list, and closest standard or semi-custom platform.
2. Sample configuration	TwinCAT 3 / ROS2 hardware integration, PDO mapping and update rates	Motor, encoder, firmware, connector, and cooling assumptions tied to a sample revision.
3. Bench and thermal validation	ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet	Lets controls engineers verify object mapping before integrating the sample when revision-matched files are available.
4. Pilot release	EOL records, firmware baseline, protection behavior, and packaging method	Pilot-lot evidence package before production forecast and repeat order.

Buyer FAQ

Do you provide ESI files?

ESI files can be provided for standard EtherCAT drive revisions. Confirm the XML, object dictionary, and firmware version during RFQ.

What data should we send for EtherCAT 48V Servo Drive?

For an EtherCAT 48V servo drive review, send master controller, target cycle time, operating mode, PDO needs, axis count, bus voltage, current, encoder, and ESI expectations.

How should EtherCAT 48V Servo Drive be validated before pilot build?

Request ESI XML and PDO mapping sheet. Lets controls engineers verify object mapping before integrating the sample when revision-matched files are available.