Integrated Motion
Robot motion control for the future. SOMANET Circulo is the world’s first Integrated Motion Device: a complete servo solution for robots and smart actuators that features:
Whether you are planning a collaborative robotic arm, a service robot or an automated logistics solution:With our compact and efficient, high-performance, decentral servo drives, OEMs such as robot manufacturers and machine builders can utilize Synapticon’s advanced motion control technology to realize better products inless time.
A perfect fit for your robot actuator with zero mess cabling. With their circular shape and hollow shaft they are ideal for fully integrated hollow-shaft actuators that are mainly used in robot arms.
For the first time in a standard servo drive: Servo drive and position encoders work as one! Circulo features up to two integrated absolute encoders with no extra cables and no inconvenient encoder calibration tools.
SOMANET Circulo now comes with a BRAKE System preventing the motor from unwanted rotary motion.
The brake system’s solenoid actuator is only activated when the motor drive is disabled, or in the event of an emergency stop.
This brake system, which acts as a holding brake, prevents any movement of the robot. This prevents unwanted contact with the workpiece to be machined, just like unwanted contact between robot and human.
60 – 90%
space saving
50 – 90%
weight reduction
65% – 90% reduced power
consumption (3W)
The optional Safe Motion Module for Circulo allows for SIL3 PL e level safe motion functions over FSoE (FailSafe over EtherCAT). Implement your application according to ISO/TS 15066.
*Functions must be implemented inside safety controller using safe process data.
SOMANET Circulo 7 + Circulo 9 |
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| Communication Interface | EtherCAT, DS402, CoE, FoE, FSoE |
| Rated supply voltage DC | 24-48 V |
| Maximum voltage DC | 60 V |
| Continuous phase current RMS | Circulo 7: 8 Arms Circulo 9: 20 Arms |
| Maximum phase current RMS for more details please refer to our documentation |
Circulo 7: 24 Arms Circulo 9: 60 Arms |
| Maximum efficiency | 99 % |
| Integrated absolute encoder (option) | Circulo 7: 2 x 19 bit (1 x multi-turn) Circulo 9: 2 x 20 bit (1 x multi-turn) |
| Supported motors | BLDC, PMSM |
| Hardware protections | Overcurrent, overvoltage,undervoltage, overtemperature, PWM deadtime, PWM shoot through |
| Sensors on-board | 3 x I_phase, U_DC, t_MOSFET, t_core |
| Encoder interface (ext.) | Port 1: SSI / BiSS-C Port 2: ABZ / SSI / BiSS-C / Nikon |
| Brake output | Nominal 1A @ 48V, peak 4A, pwm controlled |
| GPIO | 5x DIO(3.3/5V), 1x DO(3.3/5V), 1x DI(24V) 1x Analog In Single Ended (0-10V) 1x Analog In Differential (+-5V) |
| Heatsink | Aluminum, anodized, precision machined |
| Standard safety functions | STO / SBC according to SIL 3 PL-e |
| Safe Motion Module (optional) | FSoE, STO, SBC, SS1/2, SOS, SMS, 4xSLS, Safe Process Data (position, velocity), 1 x safe analog input, 2 x safe digital inputs, 1 x safe digital output (OSSD) |
| Integrated brake | Solenoid actuator for latching motor brake (optional) |
| Compliance with standards |
Compliance with European directives:
Certificates:
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Introducing SOMANET Circulo, the all-in-one servo drive designed for robots and cobots. This Integrated Motion Device provides the highest motion control performance and features a high-speed EtherCAT Interface (DS402, up to 4kHz), making it the perfect solution for applications that require precise and fast movements.
SOMANET Circulo comes with more than 10 certified safety functions (SIL3, Pl-e), ensuring the safety of your operations. It also offers two integrated high-resolution absolute encoders (optional) and an integrated motor brake system (optional) for even more flexibility.
With various sensor interfaces and optimal mechanical integration, SOMANET Circulo is the servo drive that fits most compact actuator designs available on the market. It meets all relevant requirements (EMC, Safety) and is 100% ready to go, with no customization necessary.
Commissioning and tuning tools are easy to use, making it simple for anyone to get started. With SOMANET Circulo, you can take control of your robot or cobot’s motion control, ensuring the best possible performance and safety.
In summary, SOMANET Circulo is the world’s first Integrated Motion Device and a complete servo drive solution for robots and smart actuators that is optimized for the highest motion control performance. It offers certified safety functions, optional high-resolution absolute encoders and integrated motor brake system, various sensor interfaces, optimal mechanical integration, and easy-to-use commissioning and tuning tools. Choose SOMANET Circulo for the future of robot motion control.
