User Manual  Chapter 1 
GFK-1742F  Jan 2020 
 
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Figure 4: Simplified Follower Mode Position Loop with Master Axis Input (Analog 
Velocity Interface) 
 
1.4  Section 3:  Series Servos (Digital Mode) 
The Digital 
 Series Servo features include: 
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World-leading reliability 
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Low maintenance, no component drift, no commutator brushes 
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All parameters digitally set; no re-tuning required 
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Absolute encoder eliminates re-homing (requires optional battery kit) 
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An optional motor brake is available 
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Optional IP67 environmental rating is also available for most motors 
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High  resolution  64K  count  per  revolution  encoder  feedback  (incremental  or 
absolute) 
The Servo motors, proven on over three million axes installed worldwide, offer the highest 
reliability and performance. The latest technologies such as high-speed serial encoders and 
high efficiency Integrated Power Modules (IPMs), further enhance customer benefits. 
The servo system is unique in that all the control loops - current, velocity and position - are 
closed in the motion controller. This approach reduces setup time and delivers significant 
throughput advantages even in the most challenging applications. 
The servo drives are less costly to integrate and maintain. Control circuits are unaffected by 
temperature  changes.  There  are  no  personality  modules.  The  servos  have  a  broad 
application range, that is, a wide load inertia range, flexible acc/dec and position feedback 
configurations, etc. 
Extensive  customization  features  are  available  to  optimize  performance  and  overcome 
machine  limitations.  IPM  based  servo  amplifiers  require  60%  less  panel  space  than 
conventionally switched amplifiers and produce 30% less heat.