Panasonic Industry has introduced the MINAS A7 servo drive family, the industry’s first known commercialized AI-equipped servo system. Using Panasonic Industry’s independently developed precise tuning, the MINAS A7 achieves highly precise automatic tuning without the need for expert engineers, reducing setup time by up to 90%.
Enhancing Performance with AI-Driven Precision
The compact MINAS A7 motors and drives simplify installation and operation while significantly improving equipment performance. By leveraging integrated AI technology, the system automates tasks traditionally requiring expert manual tuning, addressing limitations of conventional automatic tuning systems.
Key features of the MINAS A7 servo system include:
- Industry-leading motion performance:
- Encoder resolution of 27 bits (134,217,728 pulses/time) for ultra-high precision.
- Speed response frequency of 4.0 kHz or greater, reflecting advanced control capabilities.
- Higher rotational speeds: A maximum motor speed of 7,150 r/min contributes to shorter cycle times in high-speed applications.
- Compact design: Space-saving, cost-effective form factor for optimized system integration.
- Backward compatibility: The MINAS A7 is 1:1 replaceable with the previous MINAS A6 series, sharing identical interfaces and flange sizes to simplify upgrades.
Streamlined Operations for Multiple Applications
Philipp Zebisch, Senior Team Manager Product Management at Panasonic Industry commented, “Our newly introduced MINAS A7 servo drive family ensures an extremely stable operation and longer service life of machine components thanks to the online monitoring tools. With the development of the MINAS A7 series, we have achieved an optimum of human-machine operations due to its highly intelligent automation and monitoring capabilities. They reduce installation time and maintenance costs and guarantee the highest processing quality and speed in numerous applications like spin coaters, dicing saws, chip transfer machines, IC handlers, bonding equipment, equipment for substrate inspection, metal and laser processing machines, injection molding machines, presses and pipe-bending machines.”
Optimized for Modern Industry Needs
The MINAS A7 family is designed to deliver precision, speed, and reliability across a variety of industrial applications, including:
- Semiconductor equipment: Spin coaters, dicing saws, and IC handlers.
- Metal and laser processing machines: High-speed and high-precision motion systems.
- Injection molding and press machines: Optimized for faster cycle times.
- Inspection systems: Substrate inspection and related precision applications.
With its AI-driven performance, compact form factor, and backward compatibility, the MINAS A7 servo system is ideal for enhancing productivity and reducing operational complexity in modern manufacturing environments.
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