Product Description:

The HCS01.1E-W0018-A-03-B-ET-EC-NN-L3-NN-AW is a drive controller manufactured by Bosch Rexroth Indramat and belongs to the HCS IndraDrive Controllers series. In an automation cell, it serves as the closed-loop link between a supply module and a servo motor so commanded motion can be translated into controlled electrical output. The unit executes real-time control tasks to maintain accurate torque, velocity, or position on each axis, making it suitable for compact multi-axis installations where responsive motor regulation is required.

The power section is rated for a peak output of 18 A, which is the highest motor current it can deliver during acceleration or short shock loads. Heat is removed by internal air cooling through an integrated blower, so no separate cabinet airflow is required when proper clearance is maintained around the heat sink. The enclosure is rated IP20, so the drive must be installed inside a closed control cabinet to prevent accidental contact with live parts. Supply terminals accept 3 x AC 200…500 V ±10%, allowing operation from common industrial three-phase mains. Network communication is handled through the built-in MultiEthernet interface, which supports access to several industrial Ethernet protocols through the same port.

The control section uses the BASIC variant, which provides the standard control platform for this drive configuration. Feedback wiring connects to a port that accepts IndraDyn Hiperface and EnDat 2.1/2.2 encoder signals, while the second encoder connection is not equipped. Functional safety is provided through the STO channel, which allows immediate torque shutdown without external safety relays for that function. The controller uses the HCS01 housing format and is suited for single-axis machines that operate from a common DC bus supplied by a separate power supply unit.