EPOS is a modular, digital positioning controller by maxon. It is suitable for permanent magnet-activated motors plus encoders with a range of 1 to 1050 W continuous output power. The wide range of operating modes, as well as various command interfaces, make it versatile for use in many different drive systems in the fields of automation technology and mechatronics.
The Maxon EPOS 4 is a modular, digital positioning controller designed for permanent magnet motors and encoders with power ratings up to 1050 W continuous. It supports various operating modes and command interfaces for automation and mechatronics applications. The controller features intuitive parameterization via EPOS Studio, automatic tuning, and high efficiency up to 98%. It is compatible with brushless BLDC and brushed DC motors, and supports Ethernet-based interfaces like EtherCAT. The system includes safety features such as Safe Torque Off (STO) and is designed for integration into diverse systems with available libraries and examples.
| Continuous Power | 1 to 1050 W |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range | Up to 50 VDC |
| Control Technology | Field Oriented Control (FOC) |
It is suitable for brushed DC motors and brushless BLDC motors (EC motors) with Hall sensors and encoders up to 750 W continuous power and 1500 W peak power.
Start-up and parameterization are performed with an intuitive graphical user interface called “EPOS Studio” and user-friendly menu-controlled wizards.
It includes integrated protective devices like the Safe Torque Off (STO) functionality.
It has up to 98% efficiency with a large input voltage range of up to 50 VDC.