ALLEN-BRADLEY MPL-B430P-SK72AA MP-Series MPL 480V AC Rotary Servo Motor

Product Description:MPL-B430P-SK72AA

1. Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM):

   • The MPL Series motors use permanent magnets in their rotor, which allows for higher efficiency and power density compared to traditional induction motors.
   • This design provides high torque output, especially at low speeds, and eliminates the need for an external field excitation.

2. High Torque and Efficiency:

   • The MPL-B420P-MJ22AA is engineered to offer high torque at low speeds, making it suitable for applications that require precise motion control.
   • The motor’s high efficiency minimizes energy consumption while maintaining high performance, reducing heat generation and prolonging operational life.

3. Compact Design with High Power Density:

   • These motors are known for their compact form factor, allowing them to be used in systems where space is limited.
   • Despite their size, they offer high power density, meaning they can deliver a significant amount of torque relative to their size.

4. Smooth and Quiet Operation:

   • Due to the nature of permanent magnet synchronous motors, they operate with minimal cogging and smoother rotation, reducing mechanical noise and vibrations.

5. Dynamic Control:

   • The MPL-B420P-MJ22AA offers precise speed and position control, making it ideal for applications requiring highly dynamic performance with smooth acceleration and deceleration.

6. Direct Feedback Compatibility:

   • The motor is typically paired with feedback systems such as encoders for closed-loop control, which allows it to adjust and correct its performance in real-time for greater accuracy.

• Frame Size: The 420 in the model number refers to the motor's frame size, indicating its physical dimensions.

• Power Ratings: These motors are available in various power ratings, generally ranging from low to medium power, making them adaptable for a variety of applications.

• Voltage and Current Ratings: The motor operates with a specific voltage and current, depending on the model, to provide the required torque and speed.

  • For example, the motor might typically operate on AC voltages or may require specific driver electronics such as servo drives for proper operation in a system.
• Robotics: The MPL-B420P-MJ22AA is well-suited for use in robotic arms, actuators, and other robotic systems that require precise movement control.
• Automated Machinery: It is commonly used in CNC machines, automated assembly lines, and packaging machines, where accuracy, high torque, and speed control are essential.
• Material Handling: The motor can drive conveyors, lifts, and other material handling systems that need precise speed control.
• Motion Control Systems: The motor integrates easily with motion controllers to deliver precise, repeatable motion sequences.
• Encoder Feedback: Often used with encoders to provide feedback to the control system, ensuring the motor’s position and speed are accurately controlled.
• Servo Drive Compatibility: The MPL motors often require servo drives that can interpret the motor's feedback and adjust power delivery accordingly for closed-loop control.
• Energy Efficiency: Permanent magnets reduce energy loss, making the motor more energy-efficient.
• Precision: With closed-loop control systems, these motors provide highly accurate and repeatable motion.
• Reduced Maintenance: The use of permanent magnets minimizes wear and tear, leading to a longer lifespan and reduced maintenance requirements.

Features:MPL-B430P-SK72AA

• Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) Technology:

  • Utilizes permanent magnets in the rotor, which offers high efficiency, improved torque-to-weight ratio, and reduced energy consumption.
  • This design eliminates the need for an external excitation field, enhancing overall system efficiency.

• High Torque at Low Speeds:

  • Provides high torque at low speeds, ideal for precise and smooth motion control, making it suitable for applications that require consistent and reliable performance across varying load conditions.

• Compact, High Power Density Design:

  • The motor features a compact form factor with high power density, allowing it to deliver a significant amount of torque in a smaller physical package, saving space in applications with limited room for larger motors.

• Precision Control Capabilities:

  • Designed for precise speed and position control in both forward and reverse directions.
  • Typically used in closed-loop systems that involve feedback devices (like encoders), offering accurate real-time adjustments to ensure consistent performance.

• Smooth and Quiet Operation:

  • Offers minimal cogging, providing smooth and quiet operation, which is especially valuable in applications where noise and vibration must be minimized, such as in robotics, CNC machines, and medical devices.

• Feedback-Compatible for Closed-Loop Control:

  • Encoder feedback compatibility allows the motor to be used in closed-loop systems where the motor's position, speed, and performance are continuously monitored and adjusted for precise operation.
  • Typically used with servo drives for continuous performance monitoring and adjustment.

• Energy Efficiency:

  • The permanent magnet design helps reduce energy losses and increases overall system efficiency by using the rotor's magnetic field rather than relying on current-driven excitation.

• Wide Operating Range:

  • The motor is designed to operate efficiently across a broad range of speeds and loads, making it adaptable to various applications, from low-speed applications requiring high torque to higher-speed operations with moderate loads.

• Low Maintenance:

  • Permanent magnet motors generally have fewer moving parts and less wear compared to induction motors, leading to lower maintenance needs and longer service life.

• High Reliability:

  • With solid design engineering, the MPL series motors offer high reliability in demanding industrial environments, where uptime and durability are critical.

• Dynamic and Responsive Performance:

  • Offers dynamic control over acceleration, deceleration, and speed changes, with quick and responsive performance, making it ideal for high-precision applications such as robotics, CNC machining, and automated handling.

• Wide Application Compatibility:

  • Compatible with motion control systems used in automation, robotics, packaging machines, conveyors, and material handling systems, providing precise control and consistent performance in all these areas.

• Cost-Effective Operation:

  • Though typically higher in initial cost compared to traditional induction motors, the energy efficiency and lower maintenance costs of permanent magnet motors like the MPL series can result in overall cost savings over time.

• Advanced Thermal Management:

  • Designed to manage heat generation efficiently, even under heavy operational loads, which helps extend the motor’s life and maintain consistent performance.

Technical Parameters:MPL-B430P-SK72AA

• Motor Type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)
• Frame Size: 420 (indicating the physical frame dimension)
• Design: High torque, high power density, and compact size for space-constrained environments.
• Cooling Method: Typically air-cooled with internal cooling fins to manage heat dissipation during operation.

Electrical Specifications:

• Rated Voltage: 230V or 400V (depending on motor configuration and region)
• Nominal Frequency: 50 Hz / 60 Hz (depends on system setup)
• Rated Current (I_n): Typically in the range of 1.5 to 5 A for motors of this size, but exact values depend on the rated voltage and application.

Mechanical Specifications:

• Rated Power (P_n): Generally around 1.5 kW to 4 kW, depending on the specific configuration.
• Rated Speed: Typically 3,000 to 5,000 RPM for motors in this size range, with the speed being variable depending on the application and control system used.
• Peak Torque: Can range from 5 to 20 Nm or more, depending on the motor size and voltage.
• Rated Torque: The rated torque is typically around 3-7 Nm at nominal operating conditions.

Torque-Speed Characteristics:

• Peak Torque: The motor can provide high peak torque for dynamic acceleration and deceleration in fast response applications (like CNC, robotics).
• Constant Torque Range: The motor can maintain a constant torque across a broad range of operating speeds, which is ideal for applications requiring constant force or motion over varied loads.

Efficiency and Power Factor:

• Efficiency: Typically 85-90% or higher, depending on load conditions. Permanent magnet motors tend to have high efficiency, reducing energy consumption and heat generation.
• Power Factor: Generally 0.9 or higher, indicating the motor operates with minimal reactive power, which is a benefit in energy management.

Inertia (Moment of Inertia):

• The moment of inertia for the motor’s rotor is designed to be low to support rapid acceleration and deceleration, which is critical for applications like robotics, CNC, or automated systems.

Protection and Insulation:

• Insulation Class: Typically Class F or Class H insulation, allowing the motor to operate in higher temperature environments (up to 155°C or higher).
• Protection Rating: Usually rated IP65 or IP67, which means it is resistant to dust ingress and protected against water jets (or immersion in the case of IP67).
• Overload Capacity: The motor can typically handle up to 150% of rated current for short durations (a few seconds to minutes) without damage.

Mechanical Dimensions:

• Length & Diameter: The motor’s size is compact compared to traditional motors with similar power ratings. Its exact length and diameter depend on the specific variant, but for an MPL frame size 420, it would typically be in the range of 250-350 mm in length and about 140-160 mm in diameter.
• Shaft Type: Typically comes with a smooth shaft or keyed shaft (depending on motor variant) to interface with couplings or pulleys.

Control and Integration:

• Feedback Type: Compatible with absolute or incremental encoders for position feedback, commonly used in closed-loop control systems.
• Control Compatibility: Can be controlled via Allen-Bradley Kinetix Servo Drives or other compatible motion controllers that support servo feedback and precise speed/position control.
• Communication Protocols: Supported by various communication protocols like Ethernet/IP, RS-232, or CANopen, depending on the controller and drive system.
• Operating Temperature Range: Typically 0°C to +40°C (standard operating range), but extended versions can operate in temperatures from -10°C to +50°C depending on the application.
• Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +70°C, suitable for shipping and storage under varied conditions.
• Humidity Range: Can generally operate in up to 90% relative humidity (non-condensing) without degradation in performance.

Applications:MPL-B430P-SK72AA

• Robotic Arms: The MPL-B420P-MJ22AA is often used in robotic arms for industrial and manufacturing processes. Its high torque, low cogging, and smooth operation make it ideal for precise movements, enabling tasks like assembly, welding, packaging, and material handling in robotics.
• Collaborative Robots (Cobots): Its compact size, reliability, and precise control also make it a good fit for collaborative robots that work alongside human operators.
• Actuators: These motors are used in robotic actuators where accurate and repeatable motion control is required, ensuring smooth and reliable operation of joints and grippers.
• Milling Machines, Lathes, and Machining Centers: The MPL series motor provides high precision and reliable torque, making it well-suited for CNC machine tools where tight tolerances and smooth, responsive motion control are critical.
• Multi-Axis Motion Control: The motor’s ability to maintain constant torque across varying speeds is ideal for multi-axis CNC applications, ensuring that all axes operate in harmony without performance loss.
• Labeling, Filling, and Sealing Machines: The motor’s smooth operation and high precision are valuable for automated packaging lines, where consistent and repeatable movements are needed to handle products quickly and accurately.
• Pick-and-Place Systems: The MPL-B420P-MJ22AA motor is often used in pick-and-place robots that transport and position items for packaging or assembly.
• Conveyors and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs): These motors are highly suitable for automated material handling tasks, including conveyor belts, rollers, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). The precise control and energy efficiency of the MPL motor allow for fast and reliable transport of materials across production lines and warehouses.
• Lift and Tilt Systems: The high torque output at low speeds makes these motors ideal for applications like elevators, lifts, or tilt systems, where controlled movement is essential.
• Precision Elevators: The motor’s ability to provide high torque at low speeds makes it perfect for elevators in high-rise buildings or automated warehouses, where smooth and reliable vertical movement is needed.
• Hoisting Systems: Used in hoisting systems for lifting heavy loads or equipment, where high torque and low-speed control are required.
• Printing Presses and Converters: The MPL motor’s ability to deliver high torque and maintain consistent speeds is useful for printing presses and other printing equipment, where precise synchronization of multiple rollers and printheads is necessary for high-quality prints.
• Label Printers: Precision motors like the MPL series are ideal for label printing and barcode printing machines, where accuracy and smooth operation are essential to maintaining high throughput and quality.
• Wafer Handling Systems: In semiconductor manufacturing, precision is key. The MPL-B420P-MJ22AA motor can be used in wafer handling and robotic arms that place and align delicate semiconductor wafers in cleanrooms, where high reliability and precision are essential.
• Pick-and-Place for Electronics Assembly: The motor is suitable for pick-and-place machines in electronics assembly, where precise positioning and repeatability are critical to assemble tiny components on circuit boards.
• Inspection Robots: In automated testing, inspection, and quality control systems, the MPL-B420P-MJ22AA motor can be used to drive robotic arms or inspection cameras that perform high-precision operations such as scanning or imaging.
• Test Equipment: The motor is ideal for driving test equipment in industries like automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics, where accuracy in mechanical movements is needed to simulate or test conditions.
• Surgical Robots and Automated Medical Instruments: The motor’s precision and smooth performance make it ideal for applications in surgical robotics, where exact movement and minimal vibration are required.
• Diagnostic Equipment: The MPL motor can also be used in medical devices that require precision motion such as MRI machines, CT scanners, or automated diagnostic equipment where positioning and rotation are critical.
• Flight Control Actuators: In aerospace, high-precision actuators powered by permanent magnet motors are used for controlling flight surfaces and robotic arms in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or aerospace assembly.
• Defense Robotics: The motor is suitable for robotic systems in defense applications, such as bomb disposal robots or surveillance robots, where precise movement and reliability are vital.
• Solar Panel Tracking: In solar energy systems, the motor can be used to power solar panel trackers that adjust the angle of panels to follow the sun. This increases efficiency by ensuring that the panels are always oriented optimally to capture solar energy.
• Automated Cooking and Assembly Systems: In the food and beverage industry, where clean, precise, and repeatable motions are required, the MPL motor can be used in automated cooking, sorting, or assembly lines.
• Bottling and Capping Machines: The motor can be used in high-speed automated systems for bottling and capping machines, where fast, precise, and consistent operations are critical for maintaining production rates.

Customization:MPL-B430P-SK72AA

• Custom Voltage Options: Although the MPL-B420P-MJ22AA motor typically operates at a nominal voltage (e.g., 230V or 400V), Allen-Bradley may offer custom voltage ratings depending on the geographic region or specific application needs.
• Current Capacity: Depending on the application, the motor’s current rating can be tailored to meet specific load demands. Higher current ratings can be specified for applications requiring more torque or power.

Feedback and Encoder Customization:

• Encoder Type: The MPL motor is compatible with various feedback systems, such as incremental or absolute encoders. Customizing the feedback type based on the required level of precision and feedback resolution is possible, whether for simple speed control or more complex position and speed control.
• Resolution and Communication: Encoders can be configured with different resolution (counts per revolution), and communication protocols such as RS-232, Ethernet/IP, or CANopen can be specified based on your system’s needs.
• Shaft Configuration: The motor’s shaft may be customized for specific mechanical connections, such as keyed shafts, smooth shafts, or flat shafts to suit the coupling or mounting system of the application.
• Shaft Length and Diameter: Custom shaft dimensions may be available, especially if the motor needs to interface with particular mechanical systems, such as gears or pulleys.

Mounting Options:

• Custom Mounting Patterns: The motor’s mounting flange can be customized to fit specific machinery or equipment. This is especially important for integrating the motor into custom-built machinery or systems where standard mounting patterns don't apply.
• Custom Faceplates: Custom faceplates or adapter kits may be available to make installation easier in unique applications or existing machines that require a non-standard mounting design.

Connector Type:

• Custom Connectors: Electrical and communication connectors can be customized based on the wiring setup in your system, such as specifying particular types of connectors for power, feedback, or communication.

Drive Compatibility:

• Servo Drive Options: The MPL motor is often paired with Allen-Bradley Kinetix servo drives or PowerFlex drives. The motor can be tailored to work optimally with these drives for better motion control, and depending on the application, custom tuning or firmware can be used to ensure the best performance for your application.
• Control Method: You can customize the control method to suit specific application needs, whether that involves speed control, position control, or torque control via closed-loop feedback or open-loop systems.

Communication Protocol Customization:

• Protocol Support: Custom integration can be made with different communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, CANopen, or DeviceNet) based on the specific industrial network or control system being used.
• Custom Firmware and Software: For complex applications, custom firmware or software integration might be available to tailor motor performance and control to the specific operational needs of the system.

Torque and Speed Characteristics:

• Custom Torque Profiles: Depending on the load requirements, the motor's torque-speed curve can be optimized for specific performance. This can involve adjusting the motor's power rating or speed range to meet the application’s requirements.
• Acceleration and Deceleration Customization: You may be able to customize the acceleration and deceleration profiles for applications that require specific speed ramping characteristics, such as CNC machines, robotic arms, or conveyors.

Custom Motor Ratings:

• If the standard motor ratings (such as power or speed) don’t exactly fit your application, custom versions of the motor may be designed to meet specific load conditions. This can include adjusting the maximum rated torque, peak power, and operating speed range to meet the requirements of specific machinery or systems.

Ingress Protection (IP Rating):

• The IP rating (Ingress Protection) can be customized to suit the environmental conditions in which the motor will operate. For instance, motors used in wet or dusty environments might require higher IP ratings, such as IP67 or IP69K (waterproof, dustproof, or capable of high-pressure washdowns).
• Corrosion Resistance: For environments prone to corrosive elements (e.g., chemicals, saltwater), the motor’s housing material or coating can be customized for greater corrosion resistance, ensuring the motor lasts longer in harsh conditions.

Operating Temperature Range:

• Extended Temperature Ratings: Motors can be customized to handle extreme operating temperatures. If the application is in high-temperature or low-temperature environments (such as in cold storage, outdoor installations, or high-heat machinery), you can select custom insulation classes (such as Class H for high-temperature operations) or adjust the motor’s internal cooling system.
• Industry Standards and Certifications: The MPL motor can be customized to comply with various industry standards and certifications such as CE, UL, RoHS, or ATEX (for hazardous environments). If your application is subject to specific regulations or requires safety certifications (e.g., Explosion Proof for use in hazardous locations), custom versions with the appropriate ratings and certifications may be available.

Reduced Cogging:

• For applications like robotics, where smooth motion is critical, customization of the motor to minimize cogging and ensure a constant torque across the full speed range can be requested.

Torque-to-Size Optimization:

• Depending on the space constraints and power requirements, the motor can be customized to optimize torque density (maximize torque output while minimizing motor size). This could involve tweaking the motor design for a more compact frame or higher efficiency in smaller spaces.

Custom Packaging and Integration:

• Packaging: Depending on the application, you may need specific motor packaging, such as protective coatings or specific enclosure types (e.g., IP67 rated enclosures) for environments where the motor will be exposed to elements like dust, water, or harsh chemicals.
• Pre-Configured Motor Packages: You may also request custom motor packages that come pre-integrated with drive systems, feedback devices, or mounting hardware for easier installation and integration.

Support and Services:MPL-B430P-SK72AA

The Industrial Servo Drives product comes with comprehensive technical support and services to ensure your equipment operates at maximum efficiency:

• 24/7 technical support hotline
• On-site technical assistance
• Remote troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Training programs for operators and maintenance personnel
• Annual maintenance agreements
• Repair and refurbishment services
• Spare parts and accessories

Our team of experienced engineers and technicians are dedicated to providing you with the highest level of customer service and technical expertise.