GE Fanuc, a global leader in automation technology (now part of GE Digital), today announced the launch of its new servo motor controller, the IC800SSI216RD2-CE. With its superior performance, reliability and flexibility, this controller offers a powerful new option for industrial automation applications.

I. Product overview

The IC800SSI216RD2-CE is a VersaMotion servo motor controller manufactured by GE Fanuc and designed for industrial automation applications that require precise motion control. The controller supports 180-250VAC, 3-phase input, and is compatible with DeviceNet programming, making communication between devices easier.

2. Technical highlights

Position feedback and serial ports: The IC800SSI216RD2-CE features position feedback and a serial port with eight discrete inputs and outputs, enhancing the controller’s flexibility and applicability.
Real-time diagnostic updates: The front panel’s two-character LED display supports real-time diagnostic updates using mnemonic displays such as “OK”, “OV” (motor overvoltage), “LE” (loss enabled), etc., improving the efficiency of fault diagnosis.
Compatible with a specific family of motors: The controller is designed to work with a specific family of motors, including MTR-3S45-H, MTR-3S46H and many other models, which have a sustained stall torque range of 32 to 150.3 in-lb and a speed rating of 1400 to 5300 RPM.
Environmental adaptability: IC800SSI216RD2-CE operates at a temperature range of 0 to 50 degrees Celsius, storage and transport temperatures of -40 to 80 degrees Celsius, and humidity of 5 to 95% non-condensing, ensuring stable operation in a variety of environments.

3. Application fields

The IC800SSI216RD2-CE servo motor controller is widely used in a variety of industrial fields such as robots, robot arms, CNC machine tools, especially in situations requiring precise control and monitoring.