SEW-Eurodrive has launched the MOVIMOT ‘D’, extending the continuous operating power of its renowned MOVIMOT range of inverter/geared
motor combinations to 4kW. Incorporating SEW-Eurodrive’s Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS)-compliant and ‘high efficiency’
DR motor series and backwards-compatible with previous MOVIMOT versions, the MOVIMOT ‘D’ provides industry with one of the
most flexible energy-efficient decentralised drive solutions.
According to SEW-Eurodrive Strategic Marketing and Product Manager, Darren Klonowski, the new MOVIMOT ‘D’ combines the advantages
of decentralised control with the latest in energy-efficient motor technology. “Industry now has access to an all-in-one field-mountable
MEPS-compliant drive solution,” said Klonowski. “The MOVIMOT ‘D’ is perfect for standard variable speed applications, and
thanks to its advanced on-board mechanical brake control functionality, the MOVIMOT “D’ can accommodate a range of hoisting
applications.” Rated to -30 degrees Celsius ambient temperature, the MOVIMOT ‘D’ is also perfect for deep-freeze, cold storage
and warehousing applications.
An elegant space-saving solution, the MOVIMOT ‘D’ provides users with a perfectly matched inverter/geared motor combination.
“The MOVIMOT ‘D’ is fitted with a drive identity module (DIM) which stores individual motor parameters on board, eliminating
motor commissioning at start up. Most variable speed applications can be easily set through DIP switches and thumbwheels”
said Klonowski. “The integrated monitoring capability of the MOVIMOT ‘D’ includes functions such as motor protection. This
means a separate device is not required to monitor stator winding temperature. This saves space and capital cost.”
Optionally rated up to IP66, the MOVIMOT ‘D’ features a compact cast-aluminium construction, incorporating an onboard inverter
housed in an enclosure not much bigger than a conventional terminal box. “This saves installation time, as separate inverters
don’t have to be individually wired in a separate cabinet,” said Klonowski. “Further installation flexibility can be realised
via the terminal box mounting options. Users have the option of mounting the inverter housing/terminal box in a number of
orientations directly on the MOVIMOT unit, or up to 15 metres away via a motor cable connection.” Colour-coded signal terminals
further simplify installation.
The MOVIMOT ‘D’ is compatible with SEW-Eurodrive’s MOVFIT decentralised drive system. Its functionality can be further enhanced
via the company’s MOVITOOLS-MotionStudio software, or an optional plug-in key-pad. MOVIMOT ‘D’ supports RS-485 serial communications,
plus a range of industrial fieldbus protocols, such as, Profibus, DeviceNet and Interbus.
