Versatile Servo Drive VSD-E/XE (Evolution)

VSD-E & VSD-XE is a state of the art precision servo motor drive/controller for AC and DC servomotors and stepping motors. Possible control methods include position, velocity and torque modes. Built-in motion profiler enables simple point-to-point moves as well as continuous synchronous motion tracking.

VSD-E

VSD-E is perfectly matched to wide range of motors from 5 to 1500W, thanks to unique high dynamic range torque control (HDRT). Two independent current sensing ranges provide ultra low noise and high torque resolution, the most critical tool in position and velocity controls.

VSD-E features industry standard pulse/direction, quadrature, PWM and analog control inputs in addition to a device specific SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) protocol. Drive supports encoder & hall sensors feedback. The VSD-E can be easily controlled from PC or LabVIEW with SimpleMotion library and also connection to fieldbuses like EtherCAT or CANopen (more info) is possible.

VSD-XE has the same technology equpped with machined high performance heatsink enabling higher continuous current ratings.

VSD-E & VSD-XE has been designed and manufactured in the northern Europe conforming the highest quality standards. 

Motor compatibility

Every VSD-E/XE drive model supports all of the following motor types (software selectable)

Supported motors

Highlights

  • Easy setup via GDtool software GDtool
  • SimpleMotion control library for PC, C/C++/C#, LabVIEW etc
  • Various low level command inputs (step/dir, PWM, quadrature, ±10V)
  • Easy connection to fieldbuses like EtherCAT or CANopen (more info)
  • Most AC/BLDC/DC and linear servo motors supported
  • Advanced sinusoidal field oriented control (FOC)
  • True current control protects equipment and boosts responsiveness
  • 12-160 VDC supply voltage
  • 10A cont. 20A peak output for AC/BLDC motors
  • 14A cont. 40A peak output for brush DC motors
  • Reliability guaranteed by wide safety margins and quality components 

    VSD-E-160

  • Electrical & mechanical braking of motor in faults & disable
  • Fully automatic internal homing controller
  • Optimized for CNC and machine automation
  • Robust 200V 60A MOSFET power stage
  • Panel installation, 19" rack compatible. See example.
  • Regenerative brake resistor output
  • Hard to kill: short circuit, over current, over temperature, I²t, over voltage and under voltage protections
  • Advanced positioning with acceleration limit and smoothing
  • Wide selection of control I/O's, see Connectivity.

Note: specifications are subject to change

Demonstration

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Advanced pulse input mode 

VSD-E features an unique motion controlled pulse input mode (step/dir & quadrature) where smooth motion trajectories can be generated just by sending a short burst of position step pulses to drive.

This leads into the most effortless implementation of point-to-point applications from any PLC or embedded device eliminating the need of expensive motion controller. User may also adjust pulse scaling to match step commands to real world units, such as 1 µm or 0.1" while preserving smoothness.

Pulse input 

The feature can aslo be disabled to use traditional pulse control mode. VSD-E accepts step pulse frequencies up to 3 MHz.

Connectivity

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IO's

Documentation 

Check also side box links for additional downloads (software, firmware, manuals, app notes)

PDF file VSD-E/XE 160 product manual & data sheet

PDF file Getting started with VSD-E & VSD-XE (practical approach)

Pricing

Drive Price Warranty Output current ratings
VSD-E-160
 199 Buy now  1 year
 See manual
VSD-XE-160 243 Buy now  2 years
 40% higher maximum continuous current capability, except 28% in parallel DC mode. Same peak current ratings.

 

Accessories Price Notes
USB adapter
 19 Buy now Needed for configuring drives via GDtool. Only one cable needed. (type FTDI TTL-232R 5V)
VSDEPI Interface Board 65 Buy now Advanced 4 axis breakout board for PC CNC control.
VSD-E/XE installation kit
15.50 Buy now Mating connectors, optical fibers and installation panels.
Third party components
  See our recommended third party component suppliers. Also our distributors supply a wider selection of motors and power supplies.

All prices in Euro. Prices are listed without taxes or duties (such as VAT or customs) that may be applicable in destination country. List prices apply for 1-5 pcs. For larger quantity, please contact us for quote.


Motor compatibility & More information

To find out if this drive is suitable for your motors, please see manual chapter 13. Motor compatibility.

For more information or placing an order, please use our web order/inquiry page or contact your nearset distributor.