Everything You Need To Know About Kollmorgen AKD Servo Drive

In today’s rapidly evolving industrial automation landscape, having a servo drive that is versatile, efficient, and easy to integrate can significantly enhance productivity and reduce downtime. The Kollmorgen AKD Servo Drive is one such product, renowned for its high-speed processing, real-time communication support, and advanced tuning features. Whether you’re working in packaging, robotics, CNC machining, or material handling, the AKD series offers a tailored motion control solution built for demanding environments.

Key Features of the Kollmorgen AKD Servo Drive

1. Plug-and-Play Setup

The AKD series is designed with ease of commissioning in mind. It features auto-tuning capabilities and a wizard-based interface through Kollmorgen’s WorkBench software, making the initial setup quick and intuitive.

2. Broad Compatibility

The AKD drive supports multiple feedback types including EnDAT, BiSS, HIPERFACE, Resolver, and more. This ensures compatibility with a wide range of motors and control architectures.

3. Communication Protocols

AKD supports a comprehensive set of real-time communication options:

• EtherCAT

• CANopen

• Modbus TCP

• Ethernet/IP

• Profinet

This flexibility allows it to integrate seamlessly with most modern control systems, including those from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Beckhoff.

4. High Performance Motion Control

With a current loop bandwidth of up to 12 kHz and position loop bandwidths exceeding 3 kHz, the AKD delivers ultra-fast response times. It supports:

• Torque, velocity, and position control

• Electronic gearing and camming

• Precise synchronization across multi-axis systems

5. Wide Power Range

The AKD series comes in power ratings from 1.5 A to 48 A continuous current, accommodating applications from small linear actuators to large industrial motors. Both single-phase (120/240V) and three-phase (208/480V) models are available.

6. Safety Features

Most models in the AKD family come with Safe Torque Off (STO) functionality for compliance with EN ISO 13849-1 and IEC 61800-5-2 safety standards.

Models and Variants

Applications

The Kollmorgen AKD drive is suitable for a wide range of industrial applications including:

• Robotics and automation cells

• CNC machining centers

• Printing and packaging lines

• Medical and laboratory automation

• Semiconductor manufacturing

Its robust design, combined with precise control and rich connectivity, makes it ideal for complex multi-axis systems requiring real-time feedback and high reliability.

Diagnostic & Troubleshooting

Kollmorgen’s WorkBench software simplifies troubleshooting by providing:

• Real-time oscilloscope functionality

• Auto-tuning support

• Diagnostic messages with plain-language descriptions

• Parameter export/import tools for fast commissioning or duplication

Common fault codes such as F201 (overvoltage) or F207 (feedback loss) can be diagnosed via the built-in display or WorkBench logs.

Why Choose the AKD Series?

• Scalability – From single-axis systems to complex multi-drive networks

• Longevity – Field-proven reliability and long lifecycle support

• Flexibility – Suitable for integration with a wide range of industrial protocols and feedback devices

Whether upgrading an older servo drive or designing a new machine, the Kollmorgen AKD delivers exceptional performance and control flexibility.

For more information, contact PLG Automation:Email: sales@plgautomation.comPhone: 800-906-9271