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In short, Sigma-5 offers precise positioning at the highest speed with smooth, vibration-free operation and the easiest start up. For machine builders this means:
Features
New intelligent software algorithms lay the foundation for the outstanding performance of the new Sigma-5 series. Precise and fast positioning, highest machine speed, vibration-less motion, smooth operation at the lowest rpm, highest quality, and easy handling make the Sigma-5 ideal for all markets. Due to its optimized autotuning function and its automatic filter function that suppresses oscillations, optimum control will be achieved within minutes – even for a wide range of inertia ratios. For the majority of applications, Sigma-5 does not require any manual adjustment.
User-Friendly Software: One of the main goals of Yaskawa is to offer products and solutions with outstanding user-friendliness. A new version of SigmaWin+ software was therefore developed, which allows for both fast and easy selection of the servomotor and easy set-up of the servo amplifier. The user-friendly intuitive set-up software guides the user through the set-up steps. No expert knowledge is necessary to achieve optimum setting results. At a later stage, the most important functions and features of these programs will also be available as part of a Yaskawa software package.
Versatile Communication with Other Controllers: Another advantage is the flexible communication with the machine controller and other motion control interfaces of European Control Manufacturers. Sigma-5 is able to communicate via several open and Ethernet-based fieldbus systems. The option for the open fieldbus system, MECHATROLINK-II, used worldwide with more than 300,000 axes, is also included in the package. The combined use of Sigma-5 and MECHATROLINK-II significantly reduces the time for installation and set-up, increases system reliability, and supports remote configuration and diagnosis.
Compact and Efficient: New Design with Many Benefits: The servomotors of the Sigma-5 series have been completely redesigned. The number of parts was reduced by about 30%. A new coupling between the motor and the encoder has increased vibration resistance by 100% to 5G and simplified service. A new stator design, advanced winding technologies, and high-density magnets have resulted in increased efficiency and reduction in size. As a result, the energy consumption of the new Sigma-5 is down by up to 30%. The perfect adjustment of the Sigma-5 amplifiers to the new efficient servomotors also allowed for a further size reduction in the amplifier electronics.
Suitable for Many Applications
The major benefits of Sigma-5, such as precise and fast positioning, highest machine speed, vibration-less motion, and smooth operation make Sigma-5 ideal for machines in the fields of electronics, semiconductor, packaging, printing, and machine tools. The new Sigma-5 generation will also be a perfect match for the injection molding and metal forming industries, where high throughput and point-to-point positioning are decisive issues.
