What is special about an igus® D3 motor control?
Drives just got even easier
The drylin® D3 dryve is a motor controller designed to control brushed DC motors via simple automation, using the in-built control system without needing software or a PC.
Set up the dryve D3 your way
The simple setup and interface of the D3 motor control allows for easy operation with the use of limit switches and multiple mode selections, which allows customisability for various applications. The Mode Selector is used to switch the 4 different functions of the D3, giving users control over the Operating Modes, Limit Switch Control, Acceleration Types and Ramps and Motor Settings – further information can be found in Section 4.5 of the Operating Manual.
To setup the D3 dryve motor control, ensure that you are using a 24V / 2.5A power supply and any external joysticks or switches are connected. Wiring typically takes 10 minutes, see the image on the below to find out about the wiring configuration of the D3 dryve.
For more information, please consult the data sheet.
What else is there?
The drylin® D3 dryve controller is best for adjustment applications (such as guides and screens)and A to B positioning (such as doors and guards), using brushed DC motors.
It is also easy to connect to your components: motor, power supply, external (Left / Right) switches – must be a Normally Closed PNP. Integration of the D3 to a higher-level control system, can be achieved with simple relays which only require a simple code extension on the (programmable logic controller) PLC.
As applications vary, it is important to be aware of the accessories available with the D3 dryve; one of which is the DIN Rail adaptor. This is a specially-designed adaptor for the D3 dryve motor control meaning that it can be seamlessly mounted inside a DIN rail cabinet enclosure. The adaptor consists of a folded metal plate, the DIN rail bracket and the mounting screw as in the image below.
The D3 dryve manual can be found online: dryve D3 manual.
Where is the D3 dryve used?
Industrial applications for the dryve D3 include:
- remote setting and fine adjustment on a guide wheel used in a production conveyor system
- adjustment of a scrap run-off machine
- catenary setting gauge
Other applications include:
- raising and lowering of a screen: in theatres and sports stadiums
- acid spraying in a medical application
Visit the website to find out more about igus® dryve systems and if you would like to read more about the different igus® dryve motor controllers then have a look at the Q&A blog with our Low Cost Automation engineer Angelos Bitivelias https://blog.igus.co.uk/tell-me-more-about-igus-dryves/
Alternatively, contact our Low Cost Automation Engineer Angelos Bitivelias: abitivelias@igus.co.uk for any dryve enquiries.
