Electric automation

Do you want easy and seamless connectivity?

Are you looking for lasting and compatible concepts?
We connect the present to the future!

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Seamless connectivity Remote I/O (RIO) systems, Servo drives, motors,

controllers decentralised drives

Direct integration into host systems 4 Modular RIO system CPX-AP-A 12 Servo drives 22
Festo Automation Platform Decentralised RIO system CPX-AP-I 14 Servo motors 24
and EtherCAT® 6 Multi-axis controllers 16 Stepper motors 25
From the controller to the mechanics 8 Decentralised drive EMCT 26
Product overview 10

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Seamless connectivity is electric automation without any compromise

Put your trust in a partner who has being setting technological standards for decades, whether in pneumatic or
electric automation. And don't expect anything less than a comprehensive offer of solutions, from mechanical
systems, integrated motion control solutions and subsystems to modern cloud solutions for a wide range of
industries.

On the road to seamless automa- Mechanical connectivity Electrical connectivity Intelligent connectivity
tion of machines and systems, The extensive portfolio of Our range of servo motors and The decentralised control of indi-
Festo offers a unique variety of mechanical linear axes and rotary servo drives is the ideal link vidual process modules, the free
solutions. We help you to modules offers you almost between your mechanical system and flexible communication with
connect your automation compo- infinite variety for automating and your control technology, as it other control devices and the
nents and modules so that they motion, compatible with your is always optimally coordinated integrated motion control solu-
interact perfectly at all times, in-house standard and of course and easily configured with our tions from Festo enable a wide
mechanically, electrically and with our servo motors. engineering software. variety of solutions for industrial
intelligently. automation tasks. Supported by
innovative software for engi-
neering and configuration.

Seamless
Connectivity
from the
workpiece to the
cloud.

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Axes, electric cylinders, Grippers, stopper cylinders, Simplified Motion Series,

mini slides rotary actuators design software, handling
systems, safety
Ball screw and toothed belt axes 34 Grippers 43 Simplified Motion Series 47
Cantilever axes 37 Stopper cylinders 44 Sizing software 51
Electric cylinders 38 Rotary drives 45 Handling systems 52
Mini slides 40 Functional safety 56

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Seamless connectivity: direct integration into host systems

Servo drives, integrated drives quickly and easily define the of the way with innovative soft- PROFINET, EtherNet/IP,
and remote I/O systems as well mechatronic 1D, 2D or 3D kine- ware tools for configuration and EtherCAT®, Modbus®, etc. In
as valve terminals can be inte- matics and select the matching selection. These solutions can addition, Festo provides you with
grated directly and seamlessly motor and servo drive or appro- then be directly integrated into the function blocks you need to
into your system environment, be priate valve terminals, plus the larger or different automation integrate the parameters into
it for electric or pneumatic auto- necessary remote I/O system, environments using Ether- automation solutions from
mation solutions. You can very since we support you every step net-based protocols such as Siemens, Rockwell, Omron, Beck-
hoff and others.

PROFIBUS Ethernet

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Connecting electric and pneu- quickly and easily connect a large directly integrate the products nology of the CPX-AP-A and
matic automation technology to number of automation compo- from the Simplified Motion CPX-AP-I. The innovative and
Ethernet-based protocols using nents from Festo and third-party Series. Further valve terminals universal software solutions from
IO-Link® is even easier. The suppliers to a host PLC. As well and additional digital and Festo make it easy for you and
remote I/O solutions CPX-AP-A, as servo drives and grippers, analogue I/Os can also be support you at every stage.
CPX-E and CPX-AP-I with their valve terminals, proportional connected to the network via the
IO-Link masters enable you to valves and sensors, you can also AP system communication tech-

Ethernet

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Seamless connectivity: Festo Automation Platform and EtherCAT®

If you are looking for solutions You can integrate it as a CPX-E-CEC can also be linked into integrate the data from Festo
for autonomous cells or subsys- subsystem into larger or different Industry 4.0 host environments components into Siemens Mind-
tems, or if you require powerful automation environments by and cloud concepts using the Sphere or Factory Talk from Rock-
preprocessing, the new Festo using Ethernet-based protocols interface OPC-UA. By using dash- well’s IoT environment.
EtherCAT® master controller such as Modbus®, PROFINET and boards from Festo, you can also
CPX-E-CEC is perfect. EtherNet/IP.

Ethernet

Machine control from Festo

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This approach allows you to from Festo. And, when integrated In addition, all the engineering
realise autonomous cells and into the host system of an advantages are available for you
subsystems and subsequently EtherNet/IP environment, e.g. in subsystems, including fast
network them; or you can fully from Rockwell, all drives can be mechatronic design as well as
automate the powerful preproc- interpolated! easy programming within the
essing of a mechatronic solution Festo Automation Platform.

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Seamless connectivity – from the mechanics to the cloud

Easily integrated into your auto- Control level

mation environment System diversity together with The controller CPX-E from Festo is challenging tasks with real-time
Installation and control concepts seamless connectivity requires suitable for small and medi- requirements. Autonomous,
influence each other. This means the smooth connection between um-sized production systems or compact, modular – or to put it
that architectures must be clev- servo drives from different subsystems. The complete another way, stand-alone.
erly networked to achieve seam- controller manufacturers and controller and motion control
less connectivity. Hardware and networks while still offering full solution with EtherCAT® master
software work together intelli- functionality. controller is also suitable for
gently on the Festo Automation
Platform – a perfect and seam-
less combination of controller,
servo drive and mechanics. The
wide range of mechanical
systems offers a solution for
virtually any motion requirement.
And the Festo Automation Suite
Drive level
software ensures quick and
Optimally coordinated servo ated motors have in common is This requires an EtherNet-based
perfect commissioning of all
drive packages comprising motor that can be commissioned in just protocol such as PROFINET,
hardware components.
and state-of-the-art servo drive a few minutes via the Festo Auto- PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP,
connect the controller and mation Suite. EtherCAT® or Modbus. Function
Festo offers a unique range of
mechanics. blocks for several manufacturers
concepts for your drive solution.
System connection is not a such as Festo, Siemens, Rock-
Whether you
The CMMT-AS is one of the most problem. well, Beckhoff and Omron are
− want an autonomous control
compact servo drives on the You can integrate the servo drive available.
concept for greater modu-
market for low-voltage drives and CMMT-AS and CMMT-ST directly
larity and freedom in the
is suitable for both point-to-point into the system environment of
system layout,
and interpolating movements. third-party suppliers. The CMMT
− perfectly networked control
The low-voltage controller will function just like the servo
solutions with other stan-
CMMT-ST stands for highly drive of the controller supplier.
dard control concepts, or
economical positioning tasks and The identical behaviour means
− perfect, seamless integra-
motion solutions with low power that no drive-specific expertise is
tion into your system envi-
requirements of up to 300 W. required for the CMMT. The
ronment with Ether-
What the CMMT and the associ- complete drive system
net-based protocols:
comprising servo drive, motor
everything is possible.
and mechanics is perfectly inte-
grated.

Mechanical system at field level

Festo offers one of the most toothed belt axes with a stroke of mechanics for almost every appli-
wide-ranging product portfolios up to 8.5 m, highly precise mini cation, including variants in IP65,
for linear and rotary mechanical slides with accuracy of up to with FDA-compliant materials or
systems. In addition to rotary and 15 μm, powerful electric cylin- non-ferrous metal-free for use in
linear drives, it includes precise ders as well as rigid and dynamic battery production.
ball screw axes and dynamic cantilever axes. It offers the right

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 Modbus TCP
EtherNet/IP

EtherNet/IP

EtherNet/IP
EtherCAT®

EtherCAT®

EtherCAT®

PROFINET
Intelligent connectivity

Servo drive CMMT-ST Servo drives CMMT-AS

• Extra-low voltage regulator • Low-voltage regulator
24/48 V DC, up to 300 W 230/400 V AC, up to 6 kW
• Multi-protocol • Multi-protocol
• Protective functions: STO + • Safety functions: STO, SS1,
SS1 SBC and diagnostic outputs
• Point-to-point & interpolated STA and SBA
• Point-to-point & interpolated
Electrical connectivity

Stepper motors Servo motors

Motors from Motors from

third-party third-party
suppliers suppliers

EMMB-ST EMMT-ST BLDC EMMT-AS EMMB-AS Servo motor

Mechanical connectivity

Drives from
third-party
suppliers

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Electric automation – product overview

Management level Management system

Control level IoT gateway Modular remote I/O system CPX-AP-A Motion controller
CPX-IOT Stand-alone system or with valve terminal CPX-E-CEC-M1

Drive level Servo drives

CMMT-AS-MP CMMT-ST-MP

Field level Servo motors Stepper motors

EMMT-AS EMMB-AS EMMB-ST EMM

Toothed belt and ball screw axes Slide

ELGD-TB ELGD-BS ELGA-TB-KF/RF/G ELGC-TB EGSL

EGC-TB EGC-TB-HD ELGA-BS-KF ELGC-BS EGSC

EGC-BS EGC-BS-HD EGSK Cantilever axes

ELCC

Solutions Handling systems

Single-axis systems Linear gantries Planar surface gantries

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 Modular controller Motion controller Higher-order Operator unit CDPX
CPX-E-CEC CEPE controller
CECC

Ethernet

Engineering tools
Decentralised drives Simplified Motion
EMCT Series
ELGS-BS

Product Finder

Electric Motion Sizing

Fieldbus
ELGS-TB
Engineering tools

Festo Design Tool 3D

CPX-AP-I
PARTdata Manager
MT-ST with CAD plug-ins
EGSS
FluidDraw P6

CAD database
EPLAN macros
EPCS
Schematic solution for
EPLAN projects

Electric cylinder Rotary modules Festo Automation Suite

ESBF ERMO ERMB EPCE
AS-Interface

FHPP
Festo Handling and Posi-
tioning Profile

FST 4
EPCC Grippers ERMS Festo Software Tool

HEPP EHPS FCT

Festo Configuration Tool

CODESYS
with OPC UA for Industry
Rotary lifting Stopper 4.0,
module EFSD provided by Festo

EHMB
Software tools / services

Servo press kit YJKP

Three-dimensional gantries

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Modular remote I/O system CPX-AP-A:
Stand-alone system or with valve terminal

The Automation Platform for real-time performance at a glance

The goal is to have unrestricted and seamless connectivity, embedded This includes mechanics, complete servo drive systems, state-of-
in future-ready and compatible concepts for the flexible automation of the-art communication and control concepts as well as digitalisation
complete machines or individual machine modules. That is why Festo with suitable cloud solutions.
offers mechanical, electric and intelligent automation modules that
work together perfectly and do not impose any technical limitations.

Combined on the Automation

Platform (AP)
The Automation Platform (AP) from
Festo forms the basis for a new
generation of remote I/O systems
that enables a freely scalable, flexible
and powerful system architecture.
The AP uses a hybrid approach to
combine modular CPX-AP-A and
decentralised CPX-AP-I structures.
Remote I/O and control technology
are thus combined with electric and
pneumatic automation technology to
create a comprehensive architecture.

Combined with pneumatics

Many of the valve terminals from
Festo, such as VTUX and VTUG, MPA-L
and VTSA, can be very flexibly inte-
grated into the system using AP
communication. They are either
connected directly to the CPX-AP-A or
integrated into a decentralised 24 V DC
system as a stand-alone valve
terminal using the AP interface. In
addition, all IO-Link-capable valve
terminals can be integrated into the
AP via IO-Link master. This means
that both CPX remote I/O systems
and AP communication allow the
valve terminals to be freely and flex-
ibly integrated in the machine archi-
tecture. 24 V DC

Combined with electric drives

All electric drives from the Simplified
Motion Series can be connected
directly to the remote I/O systems via
IO-Link®. A wide variety of linear and
rotary electric movements can thus
be an integral part of technology-in-
dependent automation concepts
based on AP and can be flexibly inte-
grated into different networks.

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"You can adapt the automation architecture of your machine to your individual design philosophy at low cost
and with little effort. With seamless connectivity from Festo, you can freely combine remote I/O systems with
electric and pneumatic automation, and you are always supported by suitable engineering tools."
Samuel Haas
Product Management Controls, Festo SE & Co. KG

Fieldbus
AP communication
IO-Link®
Power supply

24 V DC

24 V DC

Real-time performance:
modular remote I/O system CPX-AP-A A few technical highlights
The modular system combines valve terminals and decentralised CPX-AP-I mod- • Real-time communication with a data rate of 200 MBaud and a cycle time of
ules in line or star typologies to create modern system architectures; it also up to 250 µs
communicates with many other products, such as electric drives, vacuum gener- • Wide range of modules, e.g. digital I/O up to 16-way, 32-way in future,
ators and proportional valves, via IO-Link master. analogue inputs, IO-Link master, fieldbus interfaces, etc.
• Protection class IP65/67 for direct installation in the machine
• Decentralised system with a cable length of up to 50 m between the AP
participants

Built-in performance:
decentralised remote I/O system CPX-AP-I A few technical highlights
The individual, high-performance I/O modules are either integrated into the • Very sturdy line topology with up to 80 ultralight and compact modules in
higher-level network via the fieldbus module or decentrally connected to the one or two lines
CPX-AP-A via AP communication, and supplemented by valve terminals with AP • Flexible system design with decentralised I/Os and valve terminals.
interfaces and electric drives via IO-Link®. • Protection class IP65/67 for direct installation in the machine
• Cable length of up to 50 m between the AP participants

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Real-time capable, fast and compatible:
Decentralised remote I/O system CPX-AP-I

The remote I/O is compatible with all host systems commonly found It is also perfect for handling and tool changing systems or in mobile
on the market and, with up to 80 modules, can be flexibly integrated applications, for example at the robot front end, where low weight and
into applications of any scale. With its real-time capability and short minimal installation space are crucial. With a cable length of up to 50
bus cycles, the CPX-AP-I is suitable for fast production processes and m between the individual modules, the CPX-AP-I also comes into its
high-speed data transfer. Its sturdy yet compact and ultra-lightweight own in systems and intralogistics where long distances need to be
design makes it suitable for assembly machines with limited installa- covered.
tion space.

Fieldbus communication System topology

The bus interface is used to via Ethernet-based bus protocols Starting from the bus interface, The star and tree topology will
connect the CPX‑AP‑I to the high- as well as EtherCAT® or one or two lines can be set up also be possible in the future.
er-order controller PROFIBUS. using the daisy chain principle.

AP
24 V DC

Max. 50 m AP AP Max. 50 m
Max. 50 m

24 V DC 24 V DC

AP system communication Power supply concept

The new AP communication tech- What makes it unique is the The CPX-AP-I automation system • Power can be supplied sepa-
nology combines a host PLC with direct integration of existing has separate cables for communi- rately for each individual
IO-Link devices, digital and Festo valve terminals into the cation and power supply as well module or shared from module
analogue inputs and outputs, remote I/O system. as two separate circuits. to module as a central supply
and data transfer to the cloud in • Simplified engineering • Possible to create different
a simple package. without additional software voltage zones
• Real-time communication to • Stable data transfer
the valve terminal

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Seamless connectivity is automation without any compromises! Everything is interlinked:
from pneumatics to electrics, from the workpiece to the cloud.

Festo Automation Suite Digitalisation and Industry 4.0

The integration into the commis- When connected to the IoT This will make it easy in future to
sioning software enables firm- gateway from Festo, CPX-AP-I carry out predictive maintenance
ware updates, smart engineering communicates right up to the and condition monitoring.
and enhanced diagnostics. cloud via standard cloud proto-
cols such as MQTT and OPC UA.

Max. 50 m

24 V DC

IO-Link® with CPX-AP-I Modules of CPX-AP-I

Up to four IO-Link® devices per IO-Link products from Festo: An automation system CPX‑AP‑I • IO-Link® master
IO-Link master can be integrated • Simplified Motion Series consists of the bus interface and • Digital input/output modules
into the CPX-AP-I system and • Servo drive at least one other input/output • Analogue input module
several IO-Link masters can be • Grippers module or an IO-Link master. In
connected to a bus interface. • Sensors the system, up to 79 modules
• Festo valve terminals can be connected to the bus
• Proportional pressure regula- interface in any combination.
tors • Bus interface
• Vacuum generators

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Intelligent connectivity: controllers and motion control

Control system CPX-E Electrical terminal CPX Motion controller CEPE

High-performance automation CPX is used as a modular and CEPE is an industrial control unit
system as an EtherCAT® master flexible automation platform, that has been developed for
controller and motion controller including embedded CODESYS controlling and monitoring elec-
to IP20 or as a low-cost remote controller, or as a versatile trical actuators in automated
I/O. remote I/O to IP65 for scalable systems. It is a powerful
• Comprehensive PLC functions, installation concepts. For programmable logic controller
multi-axis applications with universal communication via that offers a wide range of inter-
interpolation fieldbus/Ethernet. faces and software functions and
• Easy to integrate in host • For decentralised and is the configurable control
systems or as a controller for networked intelligence system for industrial motion and
decentralised automation solu- • Industry 4.0 thanks to OPC UA IOT applications
tions and CODESYS V3
• For Industry 4.0 host environ- • Optimised versions for IP20
ments: cloud and digitalisation and potentially explosive envi-
concepts, OPC UA client and ronments
server functions • Diagnostics and condition
monitoring, also via IoT
gateway and Festo Cloud

Compact controller CECC Operator unit CDPX

The versatile controller with The operator units CDPX are
CODESYS is ideal for simple high-performance processors
control of electric and pneumatic combined with wide-screen tech-
drives. CECC stand-alone or as nology. They therefore provide
part of mechatronic solutions more functions at a higher reso-
enables interpolating motion lution.
control for up to 3 axes. • PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) for
• IO-Link® variant with master maximum ease of connection
and device interface with standard shielded CAT 5
• Direct connection of the Simpli- cabling
fied Motion Series via IO-Link® • The product series CDPX has
• Integrated IO-Link® interface been optimised for use as an
for connecting Festo valve embedded browser or Designer
terminals, electric drives and Studio HMI device
sensors
• Digital I/O

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 Modular control system CPX-E

CPX-E is a powerful automation Thanks to comprehensive PLC • Fast EtherCAT® master inter-
system and, as an EtherCAT® functions and multi-axis applica- face
master controller and motion tions with interpolation, the • Bus slave interfaces: PROF-
controller in IP20, is the central CPX-E can be easily integrated INET, Ethernet/IP
X-E
PX-E
CPX-E
CPX-E
CPX-E
System
CPX-E
System
System
System
System
System control system for handling appli- into existing host systems. The • High performance (dual core
cations. The version without OPC UA client and server func- processor with 766 MHz and
control unit is a compact and tions ensure easy integration and 512 MB RAM)
affordable remote I/O including interoperability in Industry 4.0 • USB and SD card interface
different bus modules. host environments with cloud • Display optional
and digitalisation concepts. • CODESYS V3 from SP10
• Motion functions such as Soft-
Master
Master
Master
Master
Master
Master Motion
• UL/CSA, C-Tick and IEC Ex certi-
CPX-E
CPX-E
CPX-E
CPX-E
Control
CPX-E
Control
CPX-E
Control
Control
Control
System
Control
System
System
System
System
System
fications

Remote I/O module Control options

• Digital input modules (16 DI) • Analogue output module (4 AO • CPX-E-CEC-C1: powerful
• Digital output modules (8 current/voltage) CODESYS V3 control unit with
DO/0.5 A) • IO-Link® master modules (4 comprehensive PLC functions,
• Analogue input module (4 AI channels) but without any motion control
current/voltage) • Counter module functions
CPX-E
CPX-E
CPX-E
CPX-E
Remote
CPX-E
Remote
CPX-E
Remote
Remote
Remote
I/O
Remote
I/O
I/O
System
I/O
System
I/O
System
I/O
System
System
System • CPX-E-CEC-M1-EP: motion
controller with CODESYS V3
and SoftMotion

Architecture of the automation system CPX-E

Ethernet
ready for
Industry 4.0
Gateway CPX-IOT

Host PLC
CPX-E-CEC
Motion Control System

IO-Link® valve terminal

VTUX
Commissioning
Encoder
software Ethernet
Festo Automation
Suite HMI CDPX
Gripper EHPS

CPX-E Remote I/O

Simplified Motion
Series
CPX terminal

Safety PLC

Third-party prod- Servo drive

ucts CMMT-AS/-ST

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Terminal CPX

The CPX terminal is used as a Perfect networking thanks to: Function integration
modular and flexible automation • Universal communication via • Front-end control
platform, including embedded fieldbus/Ethernet • A choice of scalable installation
CODESYS controller, or as a • A choice of pneumatic plat- concepts
versatile remote I/O in IP65. With forms (valve terminals) • Comprehensive diagnostics
CPX, you can integrate pneumatic • Subordinate, decentralised and condition monitoring, also
and electrical control chains installation systems CPI, via IoT gateway and Festo
easily, quickly, flexibly and, IO-Link® or I-Port Cloud
above all, seamlessly into all • Maximum range of modules for • Motion control for electric and
automation concepts and compa- almost any automation servo-pneumatic drives
ny-specific standards. This makes requirement • Installation concepts in Ex
it the perfect platform for elec- zones with CPX-P and NAMUR
trical peripherals of a machine sensors in Ex zones 0 and 1
with decentralised and • Extensive safety functions via
networked intelligence. It is a PROFIsafe input and output
forward-looking technology that modules
can now be connected to host
environments for Industry 4.0 as
well as to the Festo Cloud and
others via the IoT gateway.

Festo Cloud via

CPX-IOT Gateway
OPC-UA/AMQP/MQTT

Motion controller CEPE

CEPE has high computing power Important applications Highlights
and an open software ecosystem • Programming and real-time • Powerful PC hardware
to control and automate monitoring of production • Real-time platform with Festo
assembly lines and machines as processes and automation AX OS, based on PLCnext Tech-
well as production processes; it tasks nology – the open ecosystem
can gather and analyse local • Motion applications such as for modular automation
data, program its own applica- conveyors, rotary tables, pick • Simple programming with
tions and install third-party appli- & place, palletising, rotary standardised CODESYS
cations via various app stores. knives, flying saws, servo programming interface
presses and many more • Extension of software func-
Festo AX OS platform • Visualisation of machines tions: Motion application
The real-time platform Festo AX • IOT data acquisition and frameworks, software develop-
OS offers a complete software analysis ment kits, software packages
ecosystem with application • Remote monitoring and control and apps from third-party
frameworks, software develop- • Condition monitoring and fault providers
ment kits, motion function blocks diagnostics • Industrial Ethernet multipro-
and software packages and apps • Connectivity to software tocol connection to the PLC
from third-party providers. services on site or in the cloud • Seamless combination of servo
technology and stepper motor
technology

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Compact controller CECC

The CECC is a versatile controller CECC-D with basic functions: CECC-LK with IO-Link:
with CODESYS V3 provided by • CANopen master for • Four IO-Link® masters and one
Festo and offers a huge number connecting servo drives IO-Link® device interface
of functions on a compact device. • Ethernet, Modbus® TCP client/ • Easy to connect with sensors
With the CECC, electric or pneu- server, EasyIP, TCP/IP, OPC and valve terminals
matic drives are easy to control, server are available • Direct connection with the
especially for small tasks. The • 12 digital inputs, 8 digital Simplified Motion series
innovative, object-oriented outputs, additionally 2 high-
programming and function library speed counters up to 180 kHz OPC UA client server is available
for motion control for interpo- on request, making CECC ready
lating up to 3 axes make opera- CECC-S with additional inter- for Industry 4.0.
tion and programming very easy. faces: • MQTT can be configured with
• IO-Link® master and device CODESYS.
• RS232, RS422, RS485 for free
programming or as a direct
encoder interface

Operator unit CDPX

The operator units CDPX are Browser version Field version

high-performance processors The products are designed to The products are ideal for on-site
combined with wide-screen tech- offer an excellent price/perfor- installation in critical areas.
nology. They therefore provide mance ratio for demanding appli- High-resolution displays and
more functions at a higher reso- cations. They are the ideal choice multi-touch PCAP touchscreen
lution. PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) for HMI applications in factory with sturdy glass front. Power-
for maximum ease of connection and building automation. over-Ethernet (PoE) for maximum
with standard shielded CAT 5 simplicity of connection thanks to
cabling. The product series CDPX Performance version shielded CAT 5 cabling as stan-
has been optimised for use as an The products have been dard. Full IP protection with
embedded browser or Designer designed as IoT edge devices special connections for maximum
Studio HMI device combining a powerful controller installation flexibility.
with network capability (up to 3
Ethernet networks) and excellent
communication options including
client/server OPC UA. They are
the ideal choice for all
demanding IoT edge applications
in factory and process automa-
tion.

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Servo drive CMMT-AS-MP

The state-of-the-art, price- and size-optimised, compact servo drive CMMT-AS is an integral part of the automa-
tion platform from Festo. It is suitable for point-to-point and interpolating motions and can be commissioned
with the Festo Automation Suite in just a few steps – with no errors! The servo drive is suitable for different
Ethernet-based bus systems and can be seamlessly integrated into the controller environments of various
manufacturers. The controller-specific function blocks needed for this are included.

Ethernet-based communication
• 1 servo drive platform for numerous fieldbuses
• With the multiprotocol device, all available fieldbuses are contained
in one piece of hardware
• Easy to integrate into automation solutions with controllers from
Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff and others

Operator unit CDSB

• Control element with touchscreen and USB interface
• Simple, full-text diagnostics and setting of the servo drive on
site
• Ideal for easy data backup of parameters and firmware
• 1 CDSB can be used for several CMMT-AS. For example, on
series machines the same program data can be downloaded to
several CMMT-AS.

Compact design
• All connections and the control unit CDSB are at the front and on top
of the closed-loop controller.
• Compact and optimised cooling element ensures adequate cooling.

Encoder interfaces
• Multi-encoder input for motors
• Formats: ENDAT2.1/2.2 (One Cable), HIPERFACE, Nikon, BiSS-C
• Input for second encoder
− For safety-related 2-channel solutions with redundant measuring
system
− For greater positioning accuracy of the axis mechanism
− For special applications (e.g. flying saws)
− For synchronising two axes
Motor connection
− CMMT-AS as external encoder module – saves on an additional
• The servo motor EMMT-AS is
encoder module and reduces costs
connected with one cable plug
− Formats: ENDAT2.2, Nikon, A/B and SIN/COS incremental
(OCP).
• Other servo motors are
connected with separate
cables.

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 STO SS1 STO

v v v
s
0 t 0 t
Integrated safety and reliability 0 t

• Standard safety functions:

– STO: safe torque off (SIL3/Cat. 4 PL e)
– SS1: safe stop 1 (Type c) when using a suitable external safety
relay unit and suitable circuits
– SBC: safe brake control (up to SIL3/Cat. 3 PL e)
– Diagnostic outputs STA and SBA for feedback on the active safety
function
• Extended safety functions such as SS2 (safe stop 2), SOS (safe
operating stop), SLS (safely limited speed) or SSR (safe speed
range) in preparation
• Standard safety functions can be configured without software

DC link coupling
• Feed energy back via the intermediate circuit
• Simple and inexpensive energy compensation between drives
• Improved energy efficiency

Mains filters
• Mains filter integrated as standard
• Ensure reliable operation of the CMMT-AS under poor EMC condi-
tions
• Saves additional external mains filters, reduces installation time
and saves space in the control cabinet

Function elements
• Easily integrated into automation solutions from Siemens, Rock-
well, Beckhoff and others
• Quick to implement point-to-point motions and interpolating
Parameter sets
motions with standard drive profiles such as PROFIdrive and CiA402
Optimal parameters for optimised cycle times and process reliability
• Typical PLC functions such as E-Camming Editor, NC-axes, tech-
• Save up to three parameter sets on the drive for complex applica-
nology objects and kinematics models are convenient to use
tions
• The parameter set can be changed during operation
• Easy to implement new requirements for the machine sequence
• The correct closed-loop parameters are always used, even with vari-
able payloads

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Servo drive CMMT-ST-MP

The extra-low voltage servo drive CMMT-ST is perfect highly economical positioning tasks and motion solu-
tions with low power requirements up to 300 W. It is even more compact and significantly less expensive than
its big brother, the CMMT-AS, while the connection and communication concept, function blocks and standard
safety remain the same. The consistent control concept means that the CMMT-AS and CMMT-ST can be easily
combined with both large and small axes.

Ethernet-based communication Extremely compact

• 1 servo drive platform for numerous fieldbuses • 50% more compact than the
• With the multiprotocol device, all available field- smallest CMMT-AS with almost
buses are contained in one piece of hardware the exact same performance
• Easily integrated into automation solutions with
controllers from, for example, Siemens, Rockwell,
Beckhoff and others

Energy management strategy

• for recovering energy

Dynamic movement and

Integrated standard safety precise positioning
• STO: safe torque off (SIL3/cat. • Point-to-point
3 PL e) • Interpolating
• SS1: safe stop 1 (type c) when
using a suitable external Webserver
switching device and a suitable • Quick and easy online diagnos-
circuit tics
• Can be configured without soft- • Transferring and updating firm-
ware ware and parameters

Encoder interface Project engineering

• For greater positioning accu- • Create the optimum drive
racy of the axis mechanism package quickly and reliably
• BiSS-C and incremental with Electric Motion Sizing
• Seamless transition to commis-
Motor connection sioning and transfer of all
• Optimised with the new necessary parameters in one
stepper motors EMMB-ST and file
EMMT-ST from Festo
• Suitable for BLDC motors Parameter sets
(brushless DC motor) • Optimal parameters for opti-
mised cycle times and process
reliability
Technical data
Commissioning • Save up to three parameter
• Max. continuous output: 300 W
• Commissioning with the Festo sets on the drive for complex
• Peak power: 800 W
Automation Suite takes just a applications
• Primary voltage: 24 … 48 V DC
few steps and is error-free • The parameter set can be
• Motor current: 8 A/peak 20 A
changed during operation

Tip:
There is no need for a separate power supply unit when operating The power spectrum of the CMMT-ST thus ranges from below 50 W
the CMMT-ST with the existing 24 V DC network in a control cabinet up to a continuous output of 300 W and a peak output of 800 W at
and a continuous output of 150 W. This saves on additional costs, 48 V DC.
reduces the installation effort and reduces the required cooling
capacity.

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Compact and powerful package: CMMT-AS-MP and CMMT-ST-MP

It may be one of the smallest among its competitors, but the extremely compact servo drive series CMMT is
still very powerful in all sizes. All servo drives can be installed directly in series. The intelligent design has the
same operating and connection concept for all sizes, which really simplifies installation and operation. In addi-
tion, the optimised cooling element also ensures outstanding cooling, even when several drives are connected
together.

CMMT-ST CMMT-AS

The complete range of servo drives

• CMMT-ST up to 300 W continuous
power
• CMMT-AS from 350 W to 12 kW contin-
uous power

Compact, easy to install, easy to connect

• Save space in the control cabinet • Unique high-density assembly of the servo drive thanks to good
• All connections and the operating panel CDSB are at the front and series connection
on top of the drive • Virtually perfect ratio of size and performance, such as with the
• The extremely compact size makes it one of the smallest servo compact, optimised cooling element and the position of the connec-
drives compared to its competitors tions
• Simplified installation effort, requiring much less time for the • Extremely effective cooling performance even with high component
connections density

Combining low-voltage and extra-low voltage servo drives for high

performance and excellent economic efficiency
The servo drives CMMT-AS (low voltage servo drive) and CMMT-ST Thanks to the same fieldbus interfaces and the seamless, consistent
(extra-low voltage servo drive) are characterised by a common plat- integration into the system environment of the controller manufac-
form concept. They can be easily combined so that individual move- turer, project engineering and operation of the entire servo drive
ments of the application can be optimally designed and operated. series is really easy and convenient.
The CMMT-ST covers the power spectrum from below 50 W up to At the same time, the required space in the machine, and especially
300 W while the CMMT-AS enables power outputs between 350 W in the control cabinet, is minimal.
and 12 kW.

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Servo motor EMMB-AS

This compact and particularly • Single-turn encoder, optional: • Degree of protection:

economical synchronous servo multi-turn with battery adapter – IP65 for motor housing and
motor in four power classes from • Optional holding brake cable connections
100 to 750 W is perfect for • Motor, brake and encoder – IP50 on the motor shaft
simple positioning tasks, particu- cables with optimised connec- without and IP54 with shaft
larly in the electronics industry tion technology seal ring
and small parts assembly as well – 2.5 … 25 m • Shaft and flange compatible
as in test stations. – Optional: versions suitable with EMMT-AS
for energy chains

Servo motor EMMT-AS

The AC synchronous servo motor • 6 sizes with flange dimensions
for demanding and dynamic from 40 to 190 and 151 W to
applications is characterised by 8.6 kW or M0 from 0.28 to 93
an extremely low cogging torque. Nm
This ensures good control charac- • Single-turn or multi-turn abso-
teristics and tracking accuracy lute encoder
with positioning tasks. The elec- • With or without holding brake
tronic rating plate contains all the • Degree of protection IP67 for
important motor data. This can motor housing incl. connection
be read by the servo drive technology
CMMT-AS and then used to auto- • Degree of protection for shaft:
matically set the parameters for − Standard: IP40
the servo motor. This makes − With sealing ring suitable for
commissioning effortless and unlubricated operation:
totally reliable. IP65
• Temperature measurement
integrated in motor, interfer-
ence-proof and digital trans-
mission via the encoder
protocol
• Smooth, painted surface that is
dirt-resistant and easy to clean

Space-saving: one cable plug with the EMMT-AS

The space-saving one cable plug • Suitable for transmitting high
(OCP) requires much less instal- electrical power
lation effort. The servo motor is • Robust and durable for
connected with only one cable for dynamic applications, e.g. in
power, encoder signals and energy chains
holding brake. This simplifies • Long cables for large distances
wiring and replacement. over 50 m
• Cable lengths up to 100 m with
improved protection against
interference possible

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Stepper motors EMMB-ST and EMMT-ST

The new, optimised stepper Stepper motors EMMT-ST Highlights

motor series EMMB-ST and Technology series for higher IP • 2-phase hybrid technology –
EMMT-ST together with the servo rating requirements and solid new design!
drive controller CMMT-ST-MP connectivity, with UL certification. • Real servo operation with field
offers you a perfect servo system • 3 flange sizes: weakening function for
at an attractive price. Experience MH: 0.25 … 9.4 Nm increased performance
this new scope of stepper • OCP cable (one cable plug) • Absolute encoder, single- or
motors! with solid M17 plug, can be multi-turn (without battery)
rotated 310° • Simple connection technology
Stepper motors EMMB-ST • Motor in IP65 (shaft in IP40), (OCP: one cable plug) with
Cost-effective basic range for with UL certification hybrid cable: a common motor
applications with straightforward and connecting cable for
requirements, particularly suit- Engineering tools supply and encoder
able for series machine builders Save time with our engineering • With or without holding brake
and for applications in elec- tools for the optimum solution: • Motor flange and shaft dimen-
tronics and light assembly. • Create the optimum drive sion NEMA 17 / 23 / 34
• 3 flange sizes: package quickly and reliably • "Electronic rating plate" with
MH: 0.25 … 6.6 Nm with Electric Motion Sizing motor correction table for
• OCP cable (one cable plug) (EMS) perfect control and quiet
with space-saving plug, can be • Commissioning with the Festo running characteristics
positioned at the front or rear Automation Suite (FAS) is • Length of cable up to 25 m
• Motor in IP20 (shaft in IP40), quick and easy
without UL certification

Type EMMB-ST-42 EMMB-ST-57 EMMB-ST-87 EMMT-ST-42 EMMT-ST-57 EMMT-ST-87

Flange size 42 57 87 42 57 87
Length S L M L S M S L M L S M L
Nominal operating voltage [V] 48 48 48 48 48 48
Continuous stall current [A] 2.0 3.7 6.1 5.8 9.5 8.2 2.0 3.7 6.6 6.1 9.5 8.2 10.0
Nominal motor power [W] 17 49 81 83 142 87 17 56 87 86 159 87 126
Motor holding torque [Nm] 0.25 0.63 1.05 1.8 2.4 6.6 0.25 0.63 1.12 1.86 2.4 6.6 9.4
Peak torque [Nm] 0.25 0.63 1.1 2.1 2.7 6.8 0.25 0.63 1.1 2.1 2.7 6.8 9.4
Max. speed [1/min] 2700 3200 2600 1500 2200 600 2700 3200 2600 1500 2200 600 430
Brake holding torque [Nm] 0.63 1.74 4.26 0.63 1.74 4.26
Ambient temperature [°C] 0 … 40 -15 … 40 0 … 40 -15 … 40

Electrical connection
• Simple connection tech-
nology (OCP: one cable plug)
with hybrid cable: a common
motor and connecting cable
for supply and encoder
• Cable length between the
servo drive and motor up to
25 m

Connection example EMMB-ST with CMMT-ST-MP EMMT-ST with CMMT-ST-MP

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Decentralised drive EMCT-EC

The decentralised drive EMCT is a PROFINET, EtherCAT®, EtherNet/ The variety of different sizes and
permanently excited synchronous IP or ModBus in a single device. motor lengths also allows it to be
servo motor with a supply And thanks to the Festo Automa- customised in line with the power
voltage of up to 48 V DC and with tion Suite, programming, para- and torque requirements of the
an integrated servo drive for meterisation and control are just application. A holding brake and
installation without a control as easy as with the CMMT. This multi-turn encoder are available
cabinet. When combined with ensures easy integration into as options.
high-resolution single-turn and existing systems and smooth
multi-turn encoders, it offers high operation.
Standard design EMCT-EC-60 dynamics and torques for
demanding positioning tasks in a With the STO (safe torque off )
space-saving design. safety function integrated as
A single hybrid cable supplies the standard, the drive can be
motor with voltage, fieldbus stopped safely.
communication and STO circuit. Overall, the EMCT as a decentral-
An additional motor can be ised drive offers an efficient solu-
connected to each motor to tion for positioning applications.
create a chain (daisy chain). The It is perfect for decentralised
use of a single cable connection machine concepts. For example,
for multiple drives significantly functional system units in a
Version with optional module reduces the installation effort machine can be supplemented by
and is ideal for modular and additional system units without
compact machine designs. the need for additional space in
the control cabinet. With its tech-
The motor of the EMCT is based nical capabilities, compact design
on the successful EMMT-AS from and single-cable solution
Festo, while the integrated servo combined with the daisy-chain
drive is based on the hardware concept, EMCT is the perfect
and software platform of the choice for applications where
CMMT series. This makes EMCT a space in the control cabinet and
complete positioning drive with installation costs need to be
multi-protocol communication for reduced.
various bus systems such as

Type EMCT-EC-60 EMCT-EC-80

Flange size 60 80
Length S M S M
Nominal operating voltage [DC V] 24 … 48 24 … 48 24 … 48 24 … 48
Continuous stall current [A] 5.9 8 7.9 8
Nominal motor power [W] 104 187 162 220
Motor holding torque [Nm] 0.54 0.92 1.34 2.2
Peak torque [Nm] 1.41 2.0 2.9 5.3
Max. speed [1/min] 5300 4300 3000 1810
Brake holding torque [Nm] 2.5 2.5 4.5 4.5
Ambient temperature [°C] -5…+40, up to 70 with derating

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Highlights
• Simple connection technology • Single-turn or multi-turn abso- • Configure standard safety func- • Point-to-point and interpo-
(OCP: one cable plug) thanks lute encoder (battery-free) tions – STO and SS1 – without lating motion as well as precise
to the hybrid cable for trans- • Optional holding brake software positioning
mission of supply voltage, • Shaft end with or without • Direct fieldbus integration for • Same communication concept,
fieldbus signals and safety feather key controllers from the major function blocks and standard
signals (STO) • Protection class IP65 for the manufacturers safety features as the
• Daisy chain concept: signals entire housing and connection • Full parameterisation for CMMT-ST/AS thanks to an
are transmitted from one drive technology with connected commissioning series identical platform:
to the next plug machines directly via your
• 2 sizes 60/80 with up to 300 • Degree of protection IP40 on master controller with PROF-
W nominal power and 2.2 Nm the shaft, optionally IP65 with INET and EtherCAT®
continuous standstill torque sealing ring suitable for unlu-
bricated operation

Single-cable solution, multi-protocol and daisy-chain concept

PROFINET Ethernet/IP EtherCAT®

Hybrid cable:
DC supply, fieldbus, STO

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High-precision: the ball screw axis ELGD-BS

The ball screw axis ELGD-BS with innovative dual recirculating ball will follow later in 2024. The axis with a maximum stroke of 2.5 m and
bearing guide and the drive with recirculating ball screw are protected two slide lengths can be purchased right now.
by a permanently magnetic stainless-steel cover strip. The portfolio
with 6 standard sizes and 4 versions with a width of 30 to 220 mm is
already available now in the main 60/80/100 WD series. Further sizes

1 4
Innovative guide technology developed in-house with optimised Various slide options
design for electric axis mechanics • Long slide and freely movable second slide
• Excellent rigidity • For higher axial and lateral forces and higher loads
• Guide has exceptional load bearing capacity • Additional mounting options
• Lightweight • Longer service life thanks to a second slide that allows the guide
• Precise and smooth slide movement over the entire stroke range up load to be distributed
to 2.5 m
• It is possible to choose a smaller size for lower weight, smaller
installation dimensions, reduced costs
• Very long service life
4

5
2
Innovative stainless-steel cover strip solution 2
• Magnetic belt reversal without rubbing components on
the outside
• Clean surface, no abrasion on the outside
• Minimised particle emission for use in cleanrooms
• Reduced ingress of dirt in harsh ambient conditions

3
Two profile variants
• Standard: square profile cross-section with optimised design
• Wide: reduced profile height for smaller installation dimensions and
more compact handling systems
− High torsional rigidity with lower weight and reduced costs
− 30% lighter, while rigidity and load capacity are still similar to the
axis with normal profile width
− Overall height reduced by 30%, yet feed forces are similar to the
axis with a standard profile height

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Freely selectable motor positions
• Motor mounting options: axial or parallel
• Axial: the motor can be mounted rotated 4 x 90° around its own axis
during mounting
• Parallel: a mounting kit can be fitted at 3 x 90° and the motor can
be rotated 3 x 90° around its own axis
• The axis can be ordered with motor mounting on the right (MR) or
left (ML)
(MR/ML defines the position of the motor in relation to the central
lubrication connections on the slide)

1 Axial mounting kit

5
Optimised profile design for the best force flow and
torque absorption
• Excellent rigidity
• Long strokes up to max. 2.5 m
Parallel mounting kit

6
Optional sensing for greater reliability
• Inductive proximity sensor SIES-8M as N/C or N/O with switching
output PNP and NPN and degree of protection IP67
• Easy to mount up to 2 sensors in the profile slot without needing
additional mounting materials
• Flush mounting without interfering edges outside the drive
cross-section
• Sensors can easily be added or repositioned at a later date

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The highly dynamic toothed belt axis ELGD-TB

The toothed belt axis ELGD-TB with innovative dual recirculating ball now in the main 60/80/100 WD series. Further sizes will follow later
bearing guide and toothed belt drive is protected by a stainless-steel in 2024. The axis with a maximum stroke of 8.5 m and different slide
cover strip with magnetic deflection. The portfolio with 6 standard options can be purchased right now.
sizes and 4 versions with a width of 30 to 220 mm is already available

1 4
Innovative guide technology developed in-house with optimised Various slide options
design for electric axis mechanics • Long slide and freely movable second slide
• Excellent rigidity • For higher axial and lateral forces and higher loads
• Guide has exceptional load bearing capacity • Additional mounting options
• Lightweight • Longer service life thanks to a second slide that allows the guide
• It is possible to choose a smaller size for lower weight, smaller load to be distributed
installation dimensions, reduced costs
• Very smooth carriage movement 4
• High speeds over the entire stroke range up to 8.5 m
• Very long service life

2
Innovative stainless-steel cover strip solution
• Magnetic belt reversal without rubbing components on the outside
• Clean surface, no abrasion on the outside 3 6
• Minimised particle emission for use in cleanrooms
• Reduced ingress of dirt in harsh ambient conditions

3
Two profile variants
• Standard: square profile cross-section with optimised design
• Wide: reduced profile height for smaller installation dimensions and
more compact handling systems
− High torsional rigidity with lower weight and reduced costs
− 30% lighter, while rigidity and load capacity are still similar to the
axis with normal profile width
− Overall height reduced by 30%, yet feed forces are similar to the
axis with a standard profile height

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Different toothed belt materials
• Polyurethane (PU2) with fabric coating for long service life and
greater resistance to cooling and lubricating fluids. Steel cord
tension members enable high forces to be transmitted and also
allow the axis to be dynamically controlled
• Polyurethane (PU1) without coating, but with a steel cord tension
8 member for applications in the food zone

5
8
Optional sensing for greater reliability
• Inductive proximity sensor SIES-8M as N/C or N/O with switching
output PNP and NPN and degree of protection IP67
• Easy to mount up to 2 sensors in the profile slot without needing
additional mounting materials
5 • Flush mounting without interfering edges outside the drive
Optimised profile design cross-section
• Optimised force flow and torque absorption • Sensors can easily be added or repositioned at a later date
• Excellent rigidity
• Long strokes up to max. 8.5 m

6
Freely selectable motor positions
• Freely selectable at two positions at the end of the axis
• Motor with cable connection can be mounted 4 x 90° around its
own axis
• Position can be changed at any time
• Define a standard mounting position with a part number and
change the position as and when needed

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Ball screw and toothed belt axes EGC and EGC-HD

Comprehensive range with The generously sized profiles of An additional advantage is the
numerous variants, e.g. for high the EGC with their optimised high performance of the axes,
dynamic response and speed, cross-sections provide the drives which often makes it possible to
heavy loads and high torque. All with maximum rigidity and load choose a smaller design, espe-
in all, this range of heavy-duty capacity. Speed, acceleration and cially in the case of ball screw
axes from the mechatronic multi- torque absorption represent a axes!
axis modular system is suitable new benchmark, also for the
for stand-alone as well as EGC-HD with heavy-duty guide
complete system solutions. for extremely high load and
torque absorption and with high
speed and acceleration at the
same time.

The individual versions

Toothed belt axis EGC-(HD)-TB Ball screw axis EGC-(HD)-BS Guide axis EGC-FA
Dynamic drive for high speeds Precision drive for accurate and Passive linear guide unit for
together with heavy loads and smooth running together with supporting frames and torques in
long strokes. high loads and long strokes. multi-axis applications.

Heavy-duty variants EGC-..-HD

Toothed belt axis EGC-HD-TB Ball screw axis EGC-HD-BS

• Motor position freely The benefits to you:

Flexible motor mounting
selectable on 4 sides Define a standard mounting posi-
for EGC-(HD)-TB
• Can be changed later at any tion with a part number and
time change the position as and when
needed

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Slide variants

Second slide Extended slide Protected slide

• For greater axial and lateral • Longer guide • Scrapers on both sides of the
torques • For greater axial torque slide remove dirt particles and
• Can be freely moved liquids from the external guide

Focus on safety

Optional sensing for greater Additional inductive displace- Clamping unit EGC-…-HPN for
reliability ment encoder EGC-…-M clamping the slide
• Inductive proximity sensor • Increased absolute accuracy, • For safety-oriented applica-
SIES-8 M minimum resolution 2.5 µm tions
• Flush mounting of up to 2 • Suitable for safety-oriented • Solutions of categories 1, 2
sensors per profile slot applications (2- channel) and 3 to EN 13849-1 can be
• Inherent system inaccuracies implemented with 1 and
can be easily adjusted 2-channel versions

Type EGC-TB/BS-KF EGC-HD-TB/BS

Size 50/70/80/120/185 125/160/220
Drive Toothed belt drive/ball screw drive Toothed belt drive/ball screw drive
Max. stroke [mm] 5000/8500 (10 000) 5000/2400
Max. speed [m/s] 2/5 5/1.5
Repetition accuracy [mm] ±0.08 … 0.02 ±0.08 … 0.02
Max. force Fx [N] 2500/3000 1500/1300
Max. torque load Mx [Nm] 529 900
Max. torque load My/Mz [Nm] 1820 1450
Options Connecting module for central lubri- Connecting module for central lubri-
cation cation

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Ball screw and toothed belt axis ELGC

The ball screw and toothed belt The ball screw axes ELGC-BS offer The unique and universal
axes ELGC stand out thanks to precise and smooth running, "one-size-down" mounting
their internal, recirculating ball whether installed horizontally or system with attachment compo-
bearing guide protected by a vertically. The toothed belt axes nents enables direct mounting of
permanent stainless-steel cover ELGC-TB are designed for higher the axes without additional
strip. They both have a clean acceleration and speed, while adapter plates. Thanks to the
look, weight-optimised design maintaining good rigidity and matching interfaces, the axes are
and flexibly mounted motor in load bearing capacity. suitable for XY movements and
common. vertical Z movements.

Vacuum connection Flexible motor mounting

• Standard: sealed connection • Free choice of motor positions
for leak-proof axis and mounting kits, can also be
• Optional: can be upgraded changed at a later date:
with vacuum connection later if − Axial kit: motor position
required rotated 4 x 90°
• With vacuum connection: − Parallel kit: mounting direc-
increased protection of the tion rotated 3 x 90° and
system thanks to lower particle motor position rotated 3 x
emissions 90°

1 Stainless-steel cover strip 2 Recirculating ball bearing 3 Magnet for position sensing
• To protect the interior guide guide • Position magnet on both sides
and toothed belt • Integrated recirculating ball of the slide
• Tight seal thanks to magnetic bearing guide with long service • Standard with ball screw and
strips life toothed belt axes
• No sagging with inverted • Rigid precision guide rail to • For simple, low-cost position
installation absorb high guide forces sensing together with prox-
imity switch SMT-8M

1 2 3

Type ELGC-BS ELGC-TB

Configure your handling
Size 32/45/60/80 45/60/80
system quickly and easily with
the Handling Guide Online. Drive Ball screw drive Toothed belt drive
Find out more on page 52. Max. stroke [mm] 1000 2000

Max. speed [m/s] 1 1.5

Max. feed force [N] 350 250

Repetition accuracy [mm] ±0.015 ±0.1

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Ball screw and toothed belt axis ELGA

The complete ELGA series with a The toothed belt axes ELGA-TB The internal slide guide, the
protected guide in different vari- are highly dynamic and are stainless-steel cover strip, its
ants is available with toothed designed for high speeds. The virtually gap-free design and
belt or ball screw, both as an ball screw axes ELGA-BS offer guide pulley in the slide provide
individual axis or a complete precise and smooth running. perfect protection on the outside
solution in standard handling Both can manage heavy loads and inside, even in cleanrooms.
systems. and long strokes.

An overview of guide variants

Recirculating ball bearing guide Roller bearing guide ELGA-TB-RF Plain-bearing guide ELGA-TB-G Recirculating ball bearing guide
ELGA-TB-KF ELGA-BS-KF

Toothed belt axis ELGA-TB-... Ball screw axis ELGA-BS-..

• Recirculating ball bearing • Roller guide for highly dynamic • Plain-bearing guide -G for • Recirculating ball bearing
guide -KF for absorbing high operation, even when handling simple positioning and guide -KF for absorbing high
loads from slides and guides medium-sized and large work- handling tasks or as a drive lateral forces and torques,
with lateral forces and torques, pieces. axis for applications with an even during motion.
even during motion. external guide.

Motor positions

Toothed belt axis ELGA-TB Ball screw axis ELGA-BS

• Motor attachment freely • Motor position freely
selectable on 4 sides, can be selectable at both ends
changed later at any time • Plug connection can be rotated
• Plug connection can be rotated 4 x 90°
4 x 90°, can be changed at any • Can be rotated at any time
time

Type ELGA-TB-KF ELGA-TB-RF ELGA-TB-G ELGA-BS-KF

Size (= profile width in mm) 70 80 120 150 70 80 120 70 80 120 70 80 120 150

Drive system Toothed belt Ball screw

Guide type (slide) Recirculating ball bearing Roller bearing guide Plain-bearing guide Recirculating ball bearing
guide guide
Max. stroke [mm] 8500 7400 8500 2900

Max. speed [m/s] 5 10 5 0.5 1 1.5 2

Repetition accuracy [µm] ±80 ±80 ±80 ±20
Max. feed force Fz [N] 350 800 1300 2000 350 800 1300 350 800 1300 300 600 1300 3000

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Ball screw axis ELGT

The compact and low-cost ball

screw axes ELGT with integrated
double guide are perfect for
combining into 2D and 3D canti-
lever systems. They have been
developed for a wide range of
applications, whether in the elec-
tronics industry, desktop applica-
tions or battery manufacturing,
and they can be easily combined
with axes ELGC and mini slide
EGSC. Or they can be used in test
and inspection systems, in small
parts handling or in assembly
systems.

Sophisticated technology for Economical in combination –

outstanding performance versatile in use
The high load carrying capacity The ELGT becomes even more
and rigidity provided by the inte- economical when combined with
grated double guide and the the axes ELGC or the mini slide
extremely sturdy connectors EGSC as a Z-axis for vertical
make the ELGT ideal for high movements. Installation is made
payloads and strokes of up to easy thanks to the matching
1,400 mm. For example, as a 3D adapter kits for all Festo servo
cantilever system it can transport motors and many Asian and Euro-
up to 20 kg at speeds of up to pean motor suppliers as well as
0.5 m/s. A copper and zinc the adapter kit for optical sensors
content of less than 1% means it commonly used in Asia, e.g. from
can also be used in battery Omron. Position sensing is Free choice of motor positions
manufacturing. cost-effective and easy using (rotated 4 x 90°), can also be
inductive proximity sensors. changed at a later date

Technical data Size: 90 Size 120 Size 160

Working stroke (in 50 mm increments) [mm] 50 … 1,000 100 … 1,100 100 …1,400
Spindle pitch [mm] 10 / 20
Max. feed force [N] 340 / 175 700 / 350 1,050 / 260
Max. speed [m/s] 0.5 / 1
Repetition accuracy [mm] +/- 0.02
Horizontal payload (1) [kg] 50 /18 115 / 56 234 / 114
Vertical payload (1)
[kg] 50 / 18 39 / 18 80 / 38
Payload dynamic response in 3D (2) [kg] 20

(1)
 ax. acceleration 2.5 m/s2 with 10 mm spindle pitch and 5 m/s2 with 20 mm spindle pitch
M
(2)
Acceleration max. 3 m/s2, speed max. 0.5 m/s, working stroke max. 900 x 600 x 300

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Cantilever axis with toothed belt ELCC

The cantilever axis, which is • Fewer vibrations and up to • Optional stainless-steel cover
available in four sizes, is 50% shorter settling time strip
extremely rigid and lightweight • Very high acceleration and • Optional shock absorber
as well as fast and reliable. The cycle times up to 30% faster prevents damage during set-up
powerful ELCC is perfect for • Maximum stroke of 2 m and and cushions short dropping
palletising or erecting boxes in load of up to 100 kg distances during vertical instal-
the packaging industry, as well as lation
for a wide range of positioning
tasks with long strokes at
vertical, horizontal or other
installation angles.

Flexible motor positioning Optional clamping unit

• Freely selectable mounting • Safely clamps the stationary
direction up or down axis for a secure hold even in
• Mounting axial, parallel or the event of a power failure or
transverse to the axis cable break
• Motor alignment 4 × 90° • Also suitable for emergency
• Can be changed at any time braking

Incremental displacement Inductive proximity sensor Sealing air connection

encoder SIEN-M8 The sealing air, together with the
Contactless position sensing with Suitable for homing or end-posi- cover strip, minimises the
2.5 μm resolution, also suitable tion sensing and can be installed number of particles that get into
for safety-oriented dual-channel alongside the displacement the guide area, e.g. in dusty envi-
solutions. Mounting for size encoder. ronments or on machine tools.
60/70 on the outside and for
90/110 on the inside.

Rack and pinion axis EHMH Size 60 70 90 110

• Two sizes with a payload of
Guide Recirculating ball bearing guide
up to 200 kg (vertical) and a
Max. stroke [mm] 1300 1500 2000 2000
stroke of max. 2.5 m
• Optional: clamping unit, Max. payload, vertical [kg] 10 20 60 100
pinion drive cover, scraper Max. speed [m/s] 5
set at the guide, and Max. acceleration [m/s2] 50 30
displacement encoder system Repetition accuracy [mm] ±0.05
Max. feed force [N] 300 600 1200 2500

* When designed using the engineering software PositioningDrives, higher

loads can also be supported in some cases.

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Electric cylinder ESBF

The electric cylinder ESBF Cylinder options Optional position sensing

enables dynamic positioning with • Guide unit • Alternative sensor bracket (can
feed forces of up to 17 kN, is − Recirculating ball bearing be glued on):
available in six sizes, and has a guide with high load bearing − Sensor rail made of
ball screw as standard. Up to size capacity aluminium
50, it is also available with lead − Absorption of lateral forces − Plastic sensor bracket in
screw. It is based on standard − Increased protection against clean design
ISO 15552 and its piston rod is torsion at high torque loads • Proximity sensor SME/SMT-8
non-rotating with a plain bearing • Piston rod with female thread for homing or position sensing
guide. The smooth surfaces and • Piston rod extension
the clean look design make the • Food-safe lubricant NSF-H1 for
ESBF easy to clean and thus less conditional use in the food
susceptible to contamination. All zone
that with a service life of 10000 • Sealed motor mounting kits
km. together with a connection for
the venting hole for degree of
protection IP65

Flexible motor mounting Optional protection

• Axial mounting: freely • Connection of the venting hole
selectable outlet direction for for use in harsh or contami-
motor cables: 4 x 90° nated environments (IP65)
• Parallel mounting: freely • Protected piston rod, seal and
selectable outlet direction for bearing with a leak-proof
motor cables: 3 x 90° protective bellows for use in
highly contaminated environ-
ments

Size 32 40 50 63 80 100
Drive system/screw type Ball screw (BS)
Ball screw (BS), lead screw (LS)

Max. stroke [mm] 800 800 1000 1200 1500 1500

Max. feed force [N] 1000 3000 5000 7000 12000 17000

Max. speed [m/s] 1.1 1.2 1.2 1.35 1.34 1.34

Repetition accuracy [mm] ±0.01

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Electric cylinder EPCC

The powerful yet affordable elec- Technical highlights of the EPCC

tric cylinder EPCC is suitable for • High-quality ball screw with
simple positioning tasks. Thanks low internal friction for smaller
to the ball screw, it is precise and motors, i.e. requires less
fast as well as sturdy and resil- weight, installation space and
ient. Its compact dimensions are electrical power
ideal when installation space is • Space-saving integration of
limited, e.g. in assembly systems, double bearing and coupling to
Optional ducted air pressure
test and inspection systems, absorb drive forces and
compensation
desktop applications, small parts torques
• No particles or moisture are
handling or the electronics • The unique "one-size-down"
drawn from the environment
industry. mounting allows the ELGC to
into the electric cylinder
The weight-optimised design be attached without an
• No particles are emitted from
improves dynamic response and adapter, optimising the instal-
the drive into the environment
reduces cycle times. lation space, reducing weight
and improving dynamic
response

Highly flexible motor mounting Cost-effective position sensing

Free choice of motor positions • Simple and cost-effective
and mounting kits, can also be sensing with magneto-resistive
changed at a later date: proximity sensor SMT-8M
• Axial kit: motor position • Sensor bracket for flexible,
rotated 4 x 90° secure and rapid mounting on
• Parallel kit: mounting direction the profile
rotated 4 x 90° and motor posi- • Can be added to or reposi-
tion rotated 3 x 90° tioned at any time

Size 25 32 45 60

Drive system/screw type Ball screw/lead screw

Stroke length [mm] 25 … 200 25 … 200 25 … 300 25 … 500

Max. feed force [N] 75 150 450 1000

Max. speed (low/high) [mm/s] 133/400 188/500 180/600 250/600

Spindle pitch (low/high) [mm/U] 2/6 3/8 3/10 5/12

Max. rotary speed [rpm] 4000 3750 3600 3000

Max. acceleration [m/s ]

2
15

Repetition accuracy [mm] ±0.02

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Mini slide EGSL

The electric slide range EGSL is Advantages • Suitable software tools for
designed for outstanding perfor- • Precise and free positioning engineering (Positioning-
mance when it comes to preci- with a repetition accuracy of Drives), configuration, commis-
sion, high load capacity and max. ±0.02 mm sioning and more with the
dynamic response, even in • Perfect for vertical applications Festo Configuration Tool (FCT)
compact spaces. This makes it a such as press-fitting or joining software package
favourite for high-precision posi- • The guide area is protected
tioning and strokes of up to 300 against contamination and
mm. Its strengths come into their small parts because the
own, especially in vertical appli- spindle is fully closed; an addi-
cations and short-stroke slide tional cover for the guide is
functions with variable posi- optional
tioning; they include very accu- • Simple, low-cost sensing with
rate pushing, picking and inser- integrated sensor slots on the
tion with linearity and parallelism right and left
in the 1/100 mm range, even
with high mechanical loads!

Motor attachment variants

Greater flexibility thanks to
lateral or axial motor mounting
options The motor can be easily
adapted to the installation space:
when mounted axially it can be
rotated 4 x 90°, and when
mounted laterally it can be
rotated 3 x 90°.

Size 35 45 55 75
Working stroke [mm] 50 100, 200 100, 200, 250 100, 200, 300
Max. speed [m/s] 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.3
Feed force Fx [N] 75 150 300 450
Torque Mx [Nm] 6.2 18.6 33.1 67.4
My [Nm] 6.0 16.3 33.3 47.1
Mz [Nm] 6.0 16.3 33.3 47.1
Repetition accuracy [mm] ±0.015
Max. horiz./vert. payload [kg] 2 6 10 14

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Mini slide EGSC

The compact mini slide EGSC enables direct mounting without

offers very cost-effective yet additional adapters. In combina-
precise positioning. The internal, tion with the rotary drive ERMO
protected recirculating ball and the axis series ELGC,
bearing guide absorbs forces and space-optimised and very
torques, the compact ball screw economical 2D and 3D handling
ensures quiet operation while the systems can be easily and flexibly
life-time lubrication guarantees a created.
long service life. The mini slide is
Optional ducted air pressure
ideal in very small installation
compensation
spaces or when cost efficiency is
• Fittings and tubing can be
important, e.g. in the electronics
retrofitted for ducting the pres-
industry, desktop applications,
sure compensation air
assembly systems, small parts
• No particles or moisture are
handling or in test and inspection
drawn from the environment
systems.
into the electric cylinder
• No particles are emitted from
The unique "one-size-down"
the drive into the environment
mounting system with its
universal profile mounting

Highly flexible motor mounting Pick & place solution

Free choice of motor positions Compact solution to precisely
and mounting kits, can also be position and align workpieces
changed at a later date: even with high loads
• Axial kit: motor position • Cost-effective direct mounting
rotated 4 x 90° without an adapter of both
• Parallel kit: mounting direction mini slides EGSC and the rotary
rotated 3 x 90° and motor posi- drive ERMO
tion rotated 3 x 90° • Mechanically rigid and sturdy
design with precision posi-
tioning

Technical data

Design Electric mini slide with ball screw

Sizes 25 / 32 / 45 / 60
Working stroke [mm] 25 … 200
Max. feed force [N] 20 / 60 / 120 / 250
Max. speed [m/s] 0.6
Max. acceleration [m/s ]
2
15
Repetition accuracy [µm] ± 15

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Parallel grippers HEPP

Highlights
The powerful, compact electric pieces are handled can also be
• Powerful and flexible
parallel gripper HEPP is flexible in defined as required, including for
• Dynamic motor for adjustable
operation and ideal for a wide complex production processes in
motion response
range of workpieces in electric the electronics and small parts
• Easy, adjustable parameterisa-
systems or applications without industry, laboratory automation
tion
compressed air. It is optimised and special machine building.
• Compact with integrated
for the electronics and small- The HEPP with its integrated
controller
parts industry, laboratory auto- controller makes for a very
• Cross-roller guide for high
mation and special machine compact unit. And communica-
accuracy
building. You can adapt the grip- tion via interfaces such as PROF-
• Safe thanks to integrated
ping force of the HEPP of up to INET®, EtherNet/IP® or
holding brake
400 N and its stroke of up to 56 EtherCAT® simplifies commis-
• Control via PROFINET®,
mm to a wide range of work- sioning, parameterisation and
EtherNet/IP®, EtherCAT®
pieces, regardless of size or monitoring in real-time. You can
material properties. All you need optimise your processes via
to do is input the parameters for EtherCAT® with the Festo auto-
position, stroke, speed, accelera- mation system CPX-E and obtain
tion or gripping force. The param- smart system solutions with
eter input together with the compatible products. If the
dynamic electric motor make it power supply fails, the tried-and-
easy to adjust the HEPP to your tested integrated holding brake
individual requirements. The will bring the system to a safe
motion response and how work- stop.

Size 28 36 42

General technical data

Stroke per gripper jaw [mm] 15 22.5 28
Total stroke [mm] 30 45 56
Max. permissible static force Fz at the grip- [N] 680 1100
per jaws
Max. permissible static torque at Mx [Nm] 6.5 13.9
the gripper jaws My [Nm] 14.5 34.5 38.5
Mz [Nm] 6.5 13.9
Gripper repetition accuracy [mm] 0.02 0.01
Max. gripper jaw backlash Sz [mm] 0.35
Position sensing Motor encoder
Gripping force [N] 150 250 400
Weight [g] 1400 2100 2600

Electrical data
Nominal voltage logic supply [V DC] 24 ± 10 %
Max. current consumption Logic [A] 0.1
Load [A] 0.9 1.3 5.0
Degree of protection IP40

Fieldbus interfaces
Protocol EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET IRT, PROFINET RT
Communication profile CiA402, EoE (Ethernet over EtherCAT®), FoE (File over Ether-
CAT®), PROFIdrive, DriveProfile
Configuration support EDS file, ESI file, GSDML file

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Parallel gripper EHPS

The electric parallel gripper EHPS It is characterised by its ease of

allows flexible and efficient grip- use, minimal installation effort
ping in handling and assembly and safe operation
technology, as well as in the elec- • Quick to commission without
tronics industry or small parts external controller
Optional position monitoring of
assembly. It can also be used • Easy 4-step adjustment of the
the gripper jaws
wherever mono-energetic, elec- gripping force all the way up
• Easy and low-cost sensing:
tric power-based systems or from 50% to the maximum via
− Proximity sensor
solutions are required, and espe- a latched switch
SMT-8M/-8G
cially in clean environments • IO-Link® communication
− Position transmitter SMAT
where compressed air is not • Self-locking in the event of
• Flush mounting in the sensor
permitted. power failure prevents the
slot
gripped product being dropped
• Can be extended at any time

Size 16 20 25

Max. gripping force [N] 50 90 125

Opening angle per jaw/total [mm] 10/20 13/26 16/32
Repetition accuracy [µm] 30 10 10
Closing time [s] 0.3 0.42 0.44
Max. switching frequency [Hz] 2.2 1.7 1.3
Weight [Kg] 0.31 0.54 0.9
Degree of protection IP40
Connecting cable Cable length 0.3 m, plug 5-pin M12x1
Operating voltage [VDC] 24

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Electric stopper cylinder EFSD

The EFSD stops workpiece It is actuated and controlled • Quick and easy set-up of
carriers or packaging goods. directly by the higher-level transfer systems without
Thanks to the correlation control system via digital I/O; no compressed air
between load and conveying additional controller is required • Three sizes for stopping trans-
speed, the stopper can stop, for thanks to the internal logic. M12 ported goods weighing
example, 100 kg at 6 m/min or plugs are used for connection to between 0.25 kg and 100 kg
up to 20 kg at 36 m/min. The the drive and for the integrated (the size is determined by the
stopper has cushioning that position sensing. This enables conveying speed and the load)
protects the transported goods the upper and lower position of • Actuation via digital I/O simpli-
as well as the stopper and that the stop (extended or retracted) fies commissioning
can be adjusted on site. The to be sensed. In addition, the • Integrated sensor technology
cushioning module operates electric stopper EFSD is designed for position sensing (stop
using ambient air, is easy to to save energy, because the retracted or advanced)
maintain and to install. motor automatically switches off • LED display: status and error
in the end positions; this means message for visual error diag-
that no energy is needed to hold nostics
or continuously open the line. • Easy mounting on the transfer
system with two retaining
screws
• Easy electrical connection for
input and output signals via
two cables with 5-pin M12 plug

Use in the transfer system Functional sequence "stop"

This stopper is specifically Position 1: Stopper cylinder is in Position 2: Stopper cylinder is in Position 3: Stopper cylinder is in
designed for use in transfer the initial position the holding position release position
systems, where objects are trans- The stop has advanced and ready The transported material has The stop is retracted and the
ported from one processing to stop a conveyed item been slowed down by internal conveyed item is released
station to the other. The EFSD cushioning and kept in position
can be mounted directly on the
profile of the transfer system
with just two screws.

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Rotary drive ERMO

The rotary drive ERMO has a

sturdy and backlash-free bearing
to absorb high forces and
torques. The stepper motor, gear
unit and sealed hollow shaft are
all integrated. It is an ideal
complete solution for rotating
and aligning parts and work-
pieces or for swivelling tasks Motor and connecting cables Optional reference sensor
subjected to heavy loads. It is • The motor can be mounted and • Inductive proximity sensor
also suitable for simple rotary rotated 3 x 90° SIEN with M8 connection inte-
indexing table applications such • Can be changed later at any grated in the housing
as at manual workstations. With time • For homing or position sensing
the optional external mounting • Cables in IP54 suitable for • Ideal for multi-turn applica-
kit, the swivel angle can be energy chains for power supply tions
limited to max. 270°. (load) and encoder, up to 10 m • Degree of protection IP67
in length

Mounting interfaces Optional energy through-feed

• Interfaces on flange and for infinite rotation
housing, identical to the pneu- Kit for energy through-feed
matic semi-rotary drive DSM/ including suitable connection
DSM-B technology
• Interfaces suitable for connec- • Pneumatic, e.g. for grippers,
tion to other electromechanical including plug-in connections
components, e.g. for tubing
− Electric cylinder EPCC • Electric, e.g. for sensors or the
− Electric slide EGSL transmission of IO-Link®
− Electric slide EGSC signals, including 8-pin plug
and M12 socket

Size 12 16 25 32
Flange size [mm] 58 x 58 68 x 68 83x 83 105 x 105
Torque [Nm] 0.15 0.8 2.5 5
Speed [°/s] 600 600 400 300
Repetition accuracy [°] ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.1
Max. axial/radial torque [N] 500/500 600/750 700/1200 800/2000

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Rotary module ERMB

Weights of up to 15 kg can be Matching motor range Reduced vibration

rotated dynamically and flexibly Servo or stepper motors simplify Rotary module ERMB minimises
with the freely positionable, elec- the uniform closed-loop vibrations in multi-axis systems,
tric rotary module ERMB. controller concept, while the thereby increasing their perfor-
universal software platform mance thanks to uniform move-
It can be used as an axis of rota- simplifies commissioning and ments and user-defined accelera-
tion with any rotation angle activation. The ERMB adapts its tion ramps. The movements into
>360° or as a small, stand-alone performance to the requirements the end positions are smooth and
NC rotary table. depending on the motor tech- wear-free.
nology used.
Mounting interfaces on all sides Technical data
and the large hollow shaft diam- Adaptable safety • 3 sizes: 20, 25, 32 with a max.
eter on the high-strength rotary Sensing module EAPS can be output speed of 300 rpm
flange make installing the used to define impermissible • Repetition accuracy:
module exceptionally easy. ranges. The freely adjustable ±0.03/0.05/0.08°
index pins in the retaining ring
are sensed using two inductive Positioning time
sensors. • Min. positioning time at a
Rotary drive module with motor and swivel angle of 180°: <0.18 s
sensing module EAPS (optionally with
additional housing)

Rotary drive module with gripper on a Rotary drive module as small NC

Z-axis rotary table

Highly dynamic rotary/lifting module EHMB

This extremely compact handling The max. payload is 8 kg. The

unit combines rotary and linear positioning time for a 1 kg load
movements, which can be posi- time at swivel angle of 180° is
tioned independently of each 0.25 s
other.

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Simplified Motion Series

Powerful point-to-point commu-

nication is also integrated via
IO-Link® for intelligent connec-
tion with the controller and all
the way to the cloud.

Extended range of functions with

IO-Link®:
• Remote configuration of
motion parameters
• Copy and backup function for
transferring parameters
between the drive and the
computer or from the computer
to another identical drive
• Read functions of the process
The Simplified Motion Series Special motion characteristics without the need for any soft-
parameters
consists of different electrome- can be set and adjusted, such as ware, computers or other acces-
• Updating the firmware of all
chanical components together gently cushioned retracting into sories, because all parameters
new Simplified Motion Series
with a simple and application-op- the end position, or a simplified can be manually set directly on
products or those that are
timised combination of motor press-fitting and clamping func- the drive. Simplified Motion
already installed can now be
and servo drive, the so-called tion. Series drives are directly
done via IO-Link®.
integrated drive. This solution This electric alternative for very connected to the controller,
therefore requires no external simple linear and rotary motion either via digital I/O (DIO) or
servo drives, because all the and positioning tasks doesn’t IO-Link®, both of which are inte-
necessary electronic components require the usual commissioning grated as standard. A control
are already integrated and opti- process for traditional electric cabinet is not required for instal-
mised for simple movements drive systems that can often be lation, since the drives are
between two end positions, quite complex. Commissioning is mounted directly into the
including intermediate position. quick and easy to carry out machine.

1 2
During commissioning, all rele- • Force: force of the drive in the Simple electrical connection via
vant parameters can be simply "advanced" position M12 plug
2 and intuitively set directly on the • Reference: setting the refer- • Power (4-pin): power supply
1
integrated drive. ence end position of the drive for the motor
• Speed out: speed for the move- • Start press: setting the posi- • Logic (8-pin): control signal,
ment away from the reference tion at which the power-con- sensor signal and power for the
end position trolled movement begins integrated electronics
• Speed in: speed for the move- • Demo: manual start (similar to
ment to the reference end posi- manual override)
tion

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Overview of the Simplified Motion Series

Ball screw axis ELGS-BS Toothed belt axis ELGS-TB Common features
Extremely compact and cost-ef- Compact and extremely cost-ef- • Permanent stainless-steel
fective ball screw axis with fective toothed belt axis with cover strip protects the guide
precise, resilient recirculating precise, resilient recirculating and ball screw or toothed belt
ball bearing guide for the slide ball bearing guide for the slide • Unique "one-size-down"
and powerful ball screw drive. and durable toothed belt. assembly system
• Three sizes for a payload of up • Two sizes for up to 1.3 m/s at a • Optional: vacuum connection
to 20 kg at a max. stroke of max. stroke of 2,000 mm to minimise the emissions of
800 mm particles from the axis into the
• Choice of axial or parallel system
motor mounting
• Variety of cable outlet direc-
tions and motor positions that
can be changed at any time

Mini slide EGSS Electric cylinder EPCS

The powerful and resilient EGSS • The electric rotary drive ERMS The EPCS with smooth-running • Three sizes with a max. stroke
with smooth-running spindle is can be mounted directly ball screw is ideal for individual of 500 m and 0.36 m/s
the right solution for guided indi- without the need for adapters linear movements. As an • Simple and cost-effective posi-
vidual linear movements or • Optional: ducted compressed extremely cost-effective complete tion sensing with proximity
vertical Z-movements. air compensation prevents solution, this electric cylinder is switches
• Three sizes with a max. stroke particles or moisture from perfect for applications such as • Optional: ducted compressed
of 200 m at a repetition accu- entering and particles leaking clamping, distributing, sorting or air compensation prevents
racy of ± 20 µm into the environment ejecting and as a simple Z-axis in particles or moisture from
• The internal guide absorbs • Choice of axial or parallel handling systems. entering and particles leaking
lateral forces and provides very motor mounting into the environment
good resistance to torsion at • Variety of cable outlet direc- • Choice of axial or parallel
high torques. tions and motor positions that motor mounting
can be changed at any time • Variety of cable outlet direc-
tions and motor positions that
can be changed at any time

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 Electric cylinder EPCE
The EPCE is an electric cylinder • Optimised product design for
for short strokes and cycle times, maximum component density
offering a minimal zero stroke • Minimum stroke 5 mm, up to a
and excellent value for money. It maximum stroke of 80 mm
is ideal for use in testing and • Piston rod variants: one or two,
inspection systems as well as for at one or both ends
labelling, in simple centring tasks • Optimised mounting options
and for aligning workpieces. and flexible cable outlet
(4 x 90°)

Rotary drive ERMS

The rotary drive for simple swiv- • Two sizes, each with a swivel
elling tasks or for increased angle of 90° and 180°
mechanical loads has sturdy, • Sealed hollow shaft for the
precise and backlash-free ball integrated through-feed of
bearings for the rotary plate, thus cables or tubing
absorbing transverse loads and
torques.

Simplified Motion Series Solu-

tion Finder - your online selec-
tion tool:
With the Solution Finder, you can
configure the right product for
every simple linear or rotary
motion by just setting the appli-
cation parameters and selecting
and ordering it in the Online
Shop.

 www.festo.com/solution-
finder

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Simplified Motion Series – Overview of motion profiles

• End position B is: freely adjust-

able
V
• Speed for “Out” and “In”
motion is freely adjustable
• Position is maintained after
A* B end position B has been
L
reached

Basic profile for movement between two end positions:

speed-controlled without intermediate position

• End position B and interme- Movement option pre-holding

diate position D (movement position:
V "Out") are freely adjustable • Same intermediate position D
• Intermediate position for “In” (pre-holding position) for
motion can be used optionally “Out” and “In” motion
and is freely adjustable • Working motion between D
A* D B
• Speed for “Out” and “In” (pre-holding position) and B
L
motion is freely adjustable (operating position)
• Rest position, e.g. during
machine standstill in position A
Basic profile for movement between two end positions:
speed-controlled with intermediate position Note: Intermediate position D can
only be used with IO-Link®

Note on extended use:

The drive can also be used for very simple positioning tasks by changing the intermediate position several times.

• End position B and begin of

"force-controlled motion" C
V are freely adjustable
• Force of movement from C to B
is freely adjustable
A* C B • Speed for “Out” (until point C)
L and “In” movement is: freely
adjustable

Extended motion profile for simplified press-fitting and clamping func-

tions with speed and force control

“Out” movement
“In” movement
A* Reference end position
B Operating position
C Start position “press”
D Intermediate position

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Electric Motion Sizing tool

Online tool for sizing servo drive packages

Electric Motion Sizing, the new travel distance, cycle time, and
online sizing and simulation tool Electric Motion Sizing calculates
for electric drives (servo drives + more than 3 million possible
motors = servo drive package) as product combinations for you.
well as for electromechanical The suggestion you will receive
drive solutions (= electrome- presents the most economical
chanical servo drive package solution from Festo that meets
comprising servo drives and your requirements for the appli-
motors plus mechanics), helps cation, including additional alter-
you to find the right electrome- natives, Electric Motion Sizing
chanical drive solution for your also provides the parameterisa-
application quickly and without tion data for download into the
complications. You only need to Festo Automation Suite, and
enter a few application parame- simplifies commissioning too.
ters, for example mass, stroke/

You only need to input a few parameters to describe the applications.

The benefits to you

• User-friendly interface for • As a registered user, you can
quick, easy and reliable calcu- select a solution to run a
lation of the right electrome- detailed simulation. This
chanical drive solution provides you with further infor-
• Online tool with free access on mation about the solution, for
the Festo website, with no example an analysis of the
need to register or to download overshoot behaviour.
and install software
• The proposed solution  www.festo.com/ems
combines the best price and
availability
The results are filtered and selected just like on commercial websites.

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Handling systems and Cartesian robots

The ready-to-install systems provide you with fast and reliable solutions for standard applications: fully assem-
bled, tested and perfectly coordinated, including energy chain, connection technology and matching drive
package.

Handling Guide Online: the • It only takes 20 minutes to get • Very easy and intuitive to use New additions to the
quickest way ever to the right the right handling system, and features structured data Handling Guide Online: Ball
handling system including CAD model and prompts screw and toothed belt axes
Configure and order online: commissioning file. • Shorter time-to-market, ELGD, mini slide EGSC as well
www.festo.com/hgo • The engineering effort and the because it takes only around 3 as servo drive CMMT and
Configure single-axis systems, design of the handling system weeks from configuration and servo motor EMMT.
linear, planar surface and are reduced to just a few ordering to delivery and instal-
three-dimensional gantries as minutes lation.
well as highly dynamic and
compact handling systems
quickly and easily with the
Handling Guide Online.

1D handling systems

Single-axis systems for linear movement

The single-axis system with its tion. A matching servo drive
high mechanical rigidity and package from Festo, as well as
sturdy design is ideal for long, many other options, round off the
one-dimensional strokes and ready-to-install complete system.
large loads. It always includes an
energy chain for reliable opera-

2D handling systems
Linear gantry for vertical move- Highly dynamic linear gantry for
ments in 2D maximum dynamic response in
High mechanical rigidity makes limited space
this linear gantry precise, even The Cartesian high-speed robot
with very long strokes of up to based on the EXCT offers excel-
3000 mm in the Y direction. The lent dynamic response with max.
tubing and cables are routed 95 picks/minute, high flexibility
through energy chains, ensuring and a compact design. It is a slim
outstanding operational and design with a very compact
process reliability. Z-axis, ideal for flexible handling
tasks with free movement in the
vertical plane even when installa-
tion space is limited.

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 Planar surface gantry for hori- Highly dynamic planar surface Compact planar surface gantry
zontal movements in 2D gantry for maximum dynamic for maximum working space
With its high mechanical rigidity response throughout the instal- coverage
and sturdy design, this planar lation space The compact planar surface
surface gantry can be used Thanks to its extremely low gantry based on the EXCM shows
anywhere, whether with heavy moving mass, the gantry with its strengths, especially when
workpieces or high payloads. At robotic functionality allows up to every millimetre counts It
the same time, it is extremely 100 picks/min and covers the combines outstanding function-
precise, even with long strokes. working space of two SCARA ality with an extremely compact,
robots. It is very compact and flat flat design and maximum working
and moves almost vibration-free. space coverage.
The working space of the XY
planar surface gantry makes
handling highly flexible with free
planar movement.

3D handling systems

Three-dimensional gantry for 3D Highly dynamic 3D gantry: Compact three-dimensional

movements in a space maximum performance in 3D gantry for high payloads in the
The Cartesian robot is ideal for The three-dimensional gantry smallest of spaces
very long strokes of up to 3000 based on the EXCH offers up to The extremely space-saving,
mm in the X direction, even with 100 picks/min, is scalable in compact and flat 3D system
high loads. The combination of both X and Y directions, and is absorbs high forces and torques
different axis modules means it very dynamic as well as extremely really well, and its length and
can be used anywhere, for light compact and flat. The low moving width are configurable. The solu-
to heavy workpieces or a variety mass allows up to 30% more tion stands out thanks to its
of dimensions. power and the low centre of smooth-running characteristics
gravity ensures low overshoot and high positioning precision.
and better positioning accuracy.

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Commissioning software Festo Automation Suite

The PC-based software Festo Plug-ins or add-ons can be Intelligent connectivity

Automation Suite combines the installed directly via the program. With the integrated commis-
parameterisation, programming In addition, device information, sioning wizard, it only takes five
and maintenance of Festo manuals and application descrip- steps to reliably configure a fully
components in one program. It tions can also be downloaded operational drive system. And
enables the entire drive package directly from the software with just two clicks, the servo
to be commissioned, from the without having to open a web drive CMMT-AS is integrated into
mechanical system to the browser. the controller program of CPX-E.
controller. The commissioning Optionally, the CODESYS add-on
software is available free of enables the further programming
charge and already contains the of motion control and robotics
basic functionalities of all Festo functions of CPX-E.
components.

Free download of the software

under
 www.festo.com/Automation-
Suite

Highlights
• Just five steps to an opera- • Integrated controller program-
tional drive system ming
• Customisable thanks to • Access to device information
device-specific plug-ins and and manuals directly from the
add-ons software

The user interface has a uniform 3 Navigation similar to a web

look across all functions, whether browser
diagnostic information for valve Device-specific content is shown
3 terminals is requested, or a servo on tabs, so that you can conven-
2 drive is parameterised or iently move between the different
programmed in CODESYS. contents.
4
4 Installation of plug-ins
1 Tried and tested display Search for the device you want
1 List of all components used and using the part number or order
hierarchical display of the code, and the Festo Automation
communication relationships. Suite will automatically find and
install the right plug-in.
2 User-oriented design
Add the Festo components by
dragging and dropping, then
establish the communication
connections by intuitively
drawing the required lines. The
software automatically calculates
the basic parameters of the
stations in the background.

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Examples of plug-in features

Flexible configuration of the CPX-E terminal

The individual modules of the or deleted by dragging and drop-
CPX-E terminal can be configured ping them. Module and channel
and parameterised using a parameters can also be easily
graphical user interface, so they set.
can be changed, replaced, added

Controller programming with CODESYS

You can download CODESYS as a simple point-to-point motion and
system extension. It integrates SoftMotion applications with cam
seamlessly into the user interface disc and CNC functions to
of the plug-in and makes the robotics applications according
common editors for controller to PLCopen Part 4.
programming according to
IEC 61131-3 available: from

Extremely easy integration of the drive system

Where 100 mouse and keyboard ferring important axis parame-
operations were once required, ters. The drive system is immedi-
two now suffice. Once the ately ready for use in the
CMMT-AS has been connected to controller program. The result is
the controller CPX-E by dragging fewer errors and more time for
a line, everything else is done your main task: creating and
automatically, from integrating commissioning the machine
the necessary libraries and process.
linking the process data to trans-

Simple and reliable parameterisation

The clear parameterisation inter- automatically calculate the drive
face allows you to easily select settings. There no longer is a
the required Festo mechanical need for complex, manual calcu-
system using the order informa- lation of the suitable parameter
tion, such as the part number. values, which considerably mini-
The program takes care of the mises time, effort and sources of
correct settings as all the tech- error.
nical data – from the servo drive
to the axis – is saved and used to

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Functional safety

Safety engineering in factory system builder. Our products and cally and easily as possible.
automation or the process solutions provide the ideal Regardless of whether this is
industry is one of the key require- prerequisites for implementing electrical, mechanical or in
ments for any machine and safety engineering as economi- combination with controllers.

PROFIsafe I/O modules on CPX

The scalable PROFIsafe input and Safe inputs: Safe outputs:
output modules of the automa- • 4 safe inputs for integrating • Safely switching off the supply
tion platform CPX cover the entire sensors or potential-free voltage for valves
local safety chain thanks to contacts • Safe outputs for further
IP65/67. Multiple PROFIsafe • Reliable detection and evalua- external devices
modules per CPX are possible. tion of input statuses up to • Safe switch-off in accordance
category 4, PL e / SIL 3 with category 3, PL e/SIL 3

Servo drive controller CMMT-AS with integrated safety

The state-of-the-art, price- and
size-optimised, compact servo • Standard protective functions: See page 20 for details
drive CMMT-AS is an integral part STO, SS1, SBC and diagnostic
of the automation platform from outputs STA and SBA
Festo. It is suitable for point-to- • Extended safety functions such
point and interpolating motions as SS2, SOS, SLS and SSR in
and can be commissioned with preparation
the Festo Automation Suite in • Standard safety functions can
just a few steps – with no errors! be configured without software

Servo drive controller CMMT-ST with integrates standard safety

The low-voltage controller be easily combined with both
CMMT-ST stands for highly large and small axes. See page 22 for details
economical positioning tasks and
motion solutions • Integrated standard safety:
with low power ratings of up to STO, SS1
300 W. The consistent control • Can be configured without soft-
concept means that, as a drive, ware
the CMMT-AS and CMMT-ST can

Intelligent solutions for monitoring linear axes

It is not possible to monitor drive linear displacement encoder
mechanisms using electric drive mounted directly on the drive
technology with encoders in and the information can be fed
servo motors or by implementing back to a safety system for safety
safety functions in motor control- functions up to category 4, PLe.
lers (drive systems) or external
monitoring systems. However,
the axis slide position can be
monitored using an external

SLS SS1 STO Sample solutions

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