AX8206-0100-1006 by Beckhoff

The AX8206-0100-1006 is a single-axis module in the AX Digital Servo Drives series manufactured by Beckhoff. As a servo drive, it converts DC-link energy into controlled three-phase outputs that position and regulate synchronous or induction motors in industrial automation cells. Integrated functional safety channels allow the unit to participate directly in machine stop sequences, while feedback ports accept high-resolution encoders to close velocity and position loops with the connected controller.

During operation, the drive electronics draw 570 mA from the 24 V control supply so panel builders can size auxiliary power rails accurately. The power stage delivers a continuous phase output of 6 A, while the design permits motor currents down to the minimum nominal rating of 1 A for lightly loaded axes. A laminated bus and 135 µF of DC-link capacitance stabilize intermediate-circuit ripple up to the permitted maximum bus voltage of 848 VDC. The inverter synthesizes sinusoidal output at frequencies up to 599 Hz, supporting high-speed spindle or linear motor applications. Position feedback is processed through the OCT and EnDat 3 interfaces, providing real-time phase alignment without separate adapter cards.

The compact housing measures 60 mm wide, 192 mm deep, and 230 mm high, yet weighs only 2 kg, easing cabinet heat-sink placement. Under overload conditions, the current can rise momentarily to 20 A at 400 V with an 8 kHz switching frequency. A dedicated brake terminal supplies 1 A to an external holding brake when static torque is required. Two TwinSAFE inputs are assigned to each axis and have a typical response time of 4 ms for triggering the STO or SS1 stop categories. These hardwired functions use the same encoder channels already evaluated by the drive, providing deterministic motion shutdown without additional external relays.