Electric linear drives

You need complete systems.

You want reduced complexity.
We are your dependable solutions partner.

Rely on a partner who has decades of experience in linear motion, whether with pneumatics or
with electric linear drives. Expect nothing less than a complete drive package together with the
mechanical components which meet all the requirements of linear motion. Highly dynamic.
Extremely accurate. Sturdy and powerful for high loads. And last but not least: simple and costeffective. For all linear motion without compromise!
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Motion without
compromise.

Competency in
optimum solutions
for systems and
technology.

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Gantry axes
Powerful, fast and precise motion within the working space.

Cylinders
Fast and durable motion in and out of the working space.

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Slides and cantilever axes

Precise and variable positioning in the working space with high
load bearing capacity.

Easy and dynamic motion with a 17 kN load!

The electric cylinder ESBF is the powerhouse in our product range,
with actual performance of 17 kN static and dynamic. Or with the
electric axis EGC. The heavy-duty variant EGC-HD easily withstands
a torque load of 900Nm at right angles to the axis.

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Highly dynamic and precise motion.

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Pure dynamics for higher productivity
The electric toothed belt axis ELGA-RF speeds up your production
with a dynamic maximum speed of 10m/s even at high torques
and driving forces.
Motion simpler than ever before
Electric motion is made absolutely simple and safe with the
Optimised Motion Series. The positioning package consists of the
electric cylinder EPCO, including motor and motor controller
CMMO-ST as well as cables suitable for use with energy chains.
Errors are no longer possible because now theres only one order
code for this complete, low-cost package! Parameterisation from the
cloud is extremely simple, too.

Linear motor axes

Motors and controllers

Suitable for linear drives and scalable to any application.

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Functional safety
For technical safety measures according to the EC Machinery
Directive

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Software tools
Software support to help create the ideal drive package in no time,
including simple, reliable configuration and commissioning.

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Handling systems and solutions

System expertise in 2D and 3D for your task.

Mechatronic Motion Solutions: an overview of the electric drive spectrum

Management level

Managemen

Control level

Modular controller CECX

Control system CECC

Integrated controller
CDPX

Control system

Motor controller
CMFL

SFC-LACI

Servo motor controller

CMMP-AS

CMMS-AS

Controllers

Field level
Actuation

Linear motor axes

ELGL-LAS

Drives

Gantry axes
EGC

EGC-HD

DGE

ELGR/ELGG

ELGA

EGSK/EGSP

DFME-LAS

Electrical

Servopneumatic

Pneumatic

DNCE-LAS

ADNE-LAS

Grippers
Front units
4

Vacuum

Servo motors
EMMS/E-AS

Cantilever axes
DGEA

Stepper motor controller CMMO-ST

CMMS-ST

Stepper motors
EMMS-ST

Electric cylinders
EPCO

Axis interface
CPX-CMXX

Motor controller SFC-DC

FHPP
Festo Handling
and Positioning
Profile

Fieldbus

CMMD-AS

Integrated controller
CPX-CEC

CoDeSys
Provided by Festo
FST 4
Festo Software
Tool

Servo motors
MTR-DCI

Slides
EGSL

AS-Interface

Robotic controller
CMXR

EtherNet

nt system

FCT
Festo Configuration
Tool

ESBF
SLTE with DC motor

Modbus TCP

DNCE

Rotary drives

Vision systems

PositioningDrives
Sizing and calculation
software for electric
drives

Gantry axes

Thanks to their design with a

slide unit, gantry axes permit
movement between the two
ends of the axis, i.e. directly
inside the working space.

Various drive concepts

Depending on the requirements,
it is best to use a toothed belt
drive for good acceleration, high
speeds and long strokes,
whereas a spindle drive should
be used for high feed forces and
precise positioning. The recircu-

lating ball bearing guide allows

high loads on slide units and
guides with transverse forces,
even when in motion.

Toothed belt and spindle axis

EGC/EGC-HD

In profile
The generously sized profiles of
the EGC with their optimised
cross-sections provide the drives
with maximum rigidity and load
capacity. Their speed, acceleration and torque resistance are
setting new standards. Even new
EGC-HD with heavy-duty guide
offers extremely high loads and
torque resistance as well as high
speeds and acceleration. An

additional advantage is the high

performance of the axes, which
often makes it possible to
choose a smaller design,
especially in the case of spindle
axes!

Spindle axis EGC-(HD)-BS

Precision drive for accurate and
smooth running together with
high loads and long strokes.

Guide axis EGC-FA

Driveless linear guide unit for
supporting forces and torques in
multi-axis applications.

Comprehensive range with

numerous variants, e.g. for high
dynamic response and speed,
heavy loads and high torque. All
in all, it is the new range of axes
from the mechatronic multi-axis
modular system which is
suitable for stand-alone as well
as complete system solutions.

The individual designs

Toothed belt axis EGC-(HD)-TB

Dynamic drive for high speeds
together with heavy loads and
long strokes.

Reliable thanks to optional

sensing
Inductive proximity sensor
SIES-8 M
Flush mounting of up to two
sensors per profile slot
Additional inductive displacement encoder EGC-..-M
Increased absolute accuracy,
minimal resolution of 2.5m
Suitable for safety-oriented
applications (second channel)
Inaccuracies inherent to the
system can be ideally corrected

Clamping unit EGC-..-HPN for

clamping the slide
For safety-oriented applications
Category 1, 2 and 3 solutions
in accordance with EN13849-1
can be implemented with
1and 2 channel versions

Variants:

Flexible motor mounting with

EGC-(HD)-TB
Motor can be attached on
4sides, freely selectable
Subsequent conversion
possible at any time
The benefits to you:
Define an attachment variant
with one part number as standard and modify the positions as
and when needed.

Second slide
For greater axial and lateral
torques
Freely movable

Type
Size
Drive
Max. stroke
Max. speed
Repetition accuracy
Max. force Fx
Max. torque load Mx
Max. torque load My/Mz
Options

Extended slide
Longer guide
For greater axial torque

EGC-TB/BS-KF
50/70/80/120/185
Toothed-belt drive/Spindle
drive
[mm] 5000/8500 (10 000)
[m/s] 2/5
[mm] 0.08 ... 0.02
[N]
2500/3000
[Nm] 529
[Nm] 1820
Connecting module for central
lubrication

Protected slide
Scrapers on both sides of the
slide
Removes dirt particles and
liquids from the external guide

EGC-HD-TB/BS
125/160/220
Toothed-belt drive/Spindle
drive
5000/2400
5/1.5
0.08 ... 0.02
1500/1300
900
1450
Connecting module for central
lubrication
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Electric toothed belt axis

ELGA-TB-G/ELGA-TB-RF
The perfect addition to EGC axes.
ELGA-TB-G with plain-bearing
guide for simple positioning and
handling tasks or as a drive axis
for applications with external
guides. With its roller guide and
high feed forces, the ELGA-TB-RF
is optimised for extremely
dynamic handling, even of

medium and large workpieces. A

cover strip made of stainless
steel protects the sturdy roller
bearing guide and permits very
high travel speeds.
Speeds of up to 10 m/s
Optionally suitable for contact
with food

ELGA-TB-G/-RF Size (= width of the axis profile)

Guide type
Max. stroke
[mm]
Max. feed force Fmax
[N]
Max. speed
[m/s]
Mx
[Nm]
My
[Nm]
Mz
[Nm]
Accuracy
[mm]

Common features
Ready-to-install solution as a
drive package for use with
external guide
High dynamic response and
flexibility, in part due to the
possibility of connecting the
motor to any one of
4 positions
Wide range of accessories for
easy installation
Software integration, e.g. in
PositioningDrives, makes
design and commissioning
easier
Cover strip as protection
against harsh environmental
conditions and for reduced
discharge of particles caused
by toothed belt wear

70
80
120
Plain-bearing guide/roller guide
8500/7000, 8500/7000, 8500/7400
350/350
800/800
1300/1300
5/10
5/11
10/30
20/100
30/40
60/180
120/640
10/40
20/180
40/640
0.08/ 0.08

Electric toothed belt axis

ELGR/ELGG
Ideal for applications with comparatively low requirements in
terms of mechanical load,
dynamic response and precision
in a cost-optimised design. The
flexibility of the ELGR and the
ELGG, as well as their diverse
range of possible uses, makes
them ideal for simpler applications requiring cost-effective
solutions.

Benefits
Flexible motor mounting in
4positions; can also be
modified at a later date
Slide variants: extended slide,
1 or 2 additional slides
Simple end-position sensing,
easy to operate

Simple engineering
Simple and reliable configuration with PositioningDrives
software
Convenient and easy commissioning with FCT software
Open motor interface for
in-house standards

Motion options with additional slide

End-position sensing

Motion in the same direction

ELGR:
One slide is connected to the
toothed belt, whereas the
second slide moves freely and
provides an extended guide.

Motion in opposite directions

ELGG:
The two slides are joined to the
toothed belt and move synchronously in opposite directions.

Reliability thanks to optional

end-position sensing:
The inductive proximity sensor
SIES-8M, together with a sensor
switch and switch lug, can be
attached to the axis at any time.

Electric spindle axes

EGSK/EGSP

EGSP. For standard tasks in the

upper segment: EGSK. For highend applications where greater
precision and performance are
required: EGSP series with
caged ball bearing.

Benefits
Repetition accuracy: 3 m
Housing made of solid steel
which simultaneously
functions as a guide
Optional spindle cover in all
sizes

Always perfect when precision,

repetition accuracy, compactness and rigidity are required:
electric spindle axes EGSK/

Cylinders

Electric cylinder EPCO

The EPCO system

Low-cost with optimised performance: EPCO. It is as simple as a

pneumatic cylinder, but with the
advantages of an electric drive
at a lower cost and simpler than
electric positioning systems.
Together with the motor controller CMMO-ST, it forms the core of
the Optimised Motion Series
(OMS). Everything fits, is easy to
select with one order code and
the WebConfig and WebDiag
software can be used for configuration and diagnostics.

Cylinder mounting
Can be screwed on from the
front or using two mounting
slots underneath
Extensive mounting accessories for multiple installation
situations, e.g. flange, swivel
or foot mounting with
numerous adapters

The cylinder
The electric cylinder with ball
screw and non-rotating piston
rod with plain bearing guide is
available fully-assembled in
3sizes, with a permanently
attached, ideally matched motor.
The end-position cushioning
reduces noise when approaching
the end positions, as well as
impact energy during homing. Its
features include easy cleaning
with thanks to its clean look and
a long service life of 10,000 km.

Connecting cables
Pre-assembled cable sets for
motors and encoders, suitable
for use with energy chains
In five standard lengths of up
to 10m, special lengths on
request

Motor options
Holding brake on the motor
Encoder on the motor:
Closed-loop operation with
encoder
Open-loop operation
without encoder for costoptimised applications

Cylinder options
Female piston rod thread
Piston rod extension

The software
Simple configuration thanks
to the type code for cylinder,
motor, cable and motor
controller = quick and easy
selection of the right size and
type
Quick and easy commissioning
via web server/browser
concept

Wide range of mounting options

Size
Max. stroke
Max. feed force
Max. speed
Payload, horizontal/vertical
Repetition accuracy
10

[mm]
[N]
[mm/s]
[kg]
[m]

16
200
125
300
24/12
20

25
300
350
500
60/30

40
400
650
460
120/60

Electric cylinder with piston rod

DNCE
The electric piston rod cylinder
with two different drive screws:
self-retarding lead screw spindle
for slow and powerful motion,
e.g. for format changes.
Recirculating ball screw for

high feed speeds and running

performance, e.g. for dynamic
push and pull applications.
Benefits
Axial or parallel motor mounting can be changed at any
time

Absolutely no stick-slip for

ideal motion sequence
Travel, speed, acceleration
and force control can all be
freely programmed and
parameterised.
Freely programmable
positions and travel profiles,
including gentle acceleration

External guide rod unit

FENG (optional)

Electric cylinder with ball screw

drive ESBF
A quick, precise and powerful
unit with a long service life the
ESBF easily takes the 10,000 km
hurdle. It is suitable for all drive
profiles and specified speeds.
The many variants such as
mounting accessories and
adapter kits make it flexible,
and the piston rod has a plain
bearing guide and is protected

Typ
Size
Standard stroke
Spindle pitch
Max. feed force[N]
Repetition accuracy
Max. speed

[mm]
[mm]
[N]
[mm]
[mm/s]

DNCE lead-screw drive

25/40/63
100 ... 800
1.5 ... 4
1000
0.07
70

against rotation. Its clean look

makes it suitable for use in the
food and beverage industry.
Universal, axial or parallel
motor mounting
Functional accessories, e.g.
flange, swivel or foot mounting. Optional features for use
in the food and beverage
industry
Protection class IP40 with
defined venting hole

DNCE ball-screw drive

25/40/63
100 ... 800
4 ... 20
2500
0.02
1000

Protection class IP65 with

G/18 connection
Increased corrosion protection
FDA approved lubricating
grease for the piston rod
Clean look with smooth
surfaces
Bellows for ESBF available in
sizes 63 and 80

ESBF
63/80/100
100 ... 400 (max. 1500 on request)
5 ... 50
17000
0.015
1350
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Slides and cantilever axes

Lateral motor mounting

Axial motor mounting

The design of the slide units and

cantilever axes permits motion
in and out of the working space.
A range of drive concepts
Different drives are used for
different applications:

spindle drive for precision and

payload, toothed belt drive for
dynamic response and long
strokes.

Electromechanical slide EGSL

Motor mounting variants

Greater flexibility thanks to
different motor mounting
options: lateral or axial. With
axial mounting, the motor can
be rotated 4 x 90 and is thus
ideally adaptable to the installation conditions. A further
advantage: the open motor
interface for in-house standards.

The EGSL is ideally designed for

outstanding performance when
it comes to precision, high load
capacity and dynamic response,
even in compact spaces. This
makes it a favourite for economical positioning where strokes of
up to 300mm are sufficient. Its
strengths are shown to good
advantage, especially in vertical
applications and short-stroke
slide functions with variable
positioning such as highly
accurate pushing, picking and
insertion with linearity and
parallelism in the 1/100 mm
ranger even with high
mechanical loads!

Size
Working stroke
Max. speed
Feed force Fx
Torque

Mx
My
Mz

Repetition accuracy
Max. payload, hor./vert.
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Benefits
Precise and unrestricted
positioning with a repetition
accuracy of max. 0.02 mm
Perfect for vertical applications such as press-fitting or
joining
Protected against contamination and small parts in the
guide area because the

s pindle is fully closed;

additional guide cover is
optional
Simple, low-cost sensing with
integrated sensor slots on the
right and left
Matching software tools for
design (PositioningDrives),
configuration, commissioning
and more with the Festo
Configuration Tool (FCT)
software package

[mm]

35
50

45
100, 200

55
100, 200, 250

75
100, 200, 300

[m/s]
[N]
[Nm]
[Nm]
[Nm]
[mm]
[kg]

0.5
75
6.2
6.0
6.0
0.015
2

1.0
150
18.6
16.3
16.3
0.015
6

1.0
300
33.1
33.3
33.3
0.015
10

1.3
450
67.4
47.1
47.1
0.015
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Cantilever axis with toothed

belt drive DGEA
For long strokes, high
acceleration and speed with
simultaneously good repetition
accuracy: the DGEA cantilever
axis with roller bearing guide
and toothed belt drive. Perfect
for handling systems and
wherever large loads need to be
moved over long strokes. The
DGEAs excellent dynamic
response results from reduced
moving mass: the motor, gear
unit and drive head are securely
mounted, so only the main
profile is moved with the load.

Improved oscillation characteristics: -drive design feature

The cantilever axis is driven by a
pinion fixed in the slide. It works
its way along a stationary, finite
toothed belt in an omega-like
fashion. The particularly flat
design of the drive head
considerably improves
oscillation characteristics.

Electromechanical mini slide

SLTE

Benefits
Good repetition accuracy of
50 m
Payloads of up to 20kg with a
maximum vertical stroke of
1000mm
Protection against dirt: roller
bearing guide integrated in the
profile
Two connection directions for
the motor: perpendicular to
the profile or parallel using a
right-angle gear unit

A lean machine
the DGEA with
optional right-angle
gear unit and
flange-mounted
servo motor

Size
Guidance
Max. nominal stroke
[mm]
Max. payload, horizontal [kg]
Max. payload, vertical
[kg]
Max. feed force
[N]
Max. speed
[m/s]
Repetition accuracy
[mm]
Permissible forces and torques
[N]
Fymax.
[N]
Fymax.
Mxmax.
[Nm]
Mymax.
[Nm]
Mzmax.
[Nm]

18
25
40
Recirculating ball bearing guide
1 ... 800 1 ... 900 1 ... 1000
5
10
20
7
18
27
230
400
1000
3
0.05

Complete package: the flat,

electric mini slide SLTE with
precise, rigid guide for gentle
acceleration and braking using a

2000
2000
19
94
65

3080
3080
28
230
160

7300
7300
133
665
460

lead screw spindle for payloads

of up to 4kg. Unrestricted
positioning via motor controller
SFC-DC with IP54 protection.

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Linear motor axes and cylinders

Linear motor axis with air

bearing ELGL-LAS

Maximum dynamic response and

precision, maximum service life
and minimum maintenance:
these are the characteristics of
Festos linear motor axes and
linear motor cylinders. They are
the right choice for applications
where maximum acceleration
and speed, as well as highly
precise positioning are
important.

The handling axis ELGL-LAS with

innovative air bearing and
magnetic pretensioning makes it
possible: with this closed, readyto-install system including linear
motor, air bearing and displacement encoder, the slide hovers
over the axis in a contactless,
friction-free fashion and ensures
non-wearing operation with
minimal maintenance and a long
service life.

Motor controller
CMMP-AS
You will find
more
information
about compatible
motor controllers
on page 16.

Size
Slide size
Max. stroke (slide)
Max. feed force
Repetition accuracy

[mm]
[mm]
[N]
[m]

30
210 (S)
740
44
10

64
210 (S)
1750
119

310 (M)
1650
164

Electric short-stroke cylinder

with linear motor ADNE-LAS
and motor controller CMFL
Note
The magnetic fields of the
linear motor axes and
cylinders are generally
designed and shielded in
such a way that iron parts
or iron chips are not
attracted.

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Highly dynamic with up to 14Hz

between two end positions: the
ADNE-LAS. The speed of the
pneumatics combined with the
precision of the electrical
components is ideal for pusher
applications and sorting tasks.
Installation directly in the
application thanks to protection
class IP65.

Additional features
Dirt-repellent: the air bearing
prevents non-adhesive
materials from getting into
the axis
Locking brake already
integrated: the magnetic
pretensioning also functions
with vertical applications with
maximum payload
Minimal strokes of 0.1 mm
are possible without damaging
the bearing
Several slides, each with its
own motor controller, can be
moved independently of one
another along one axis

120
210 (S)
1750
240

310 (M)
1650
310

410 (L)
1550
450

Benefits
Minimal positioning times
of just 30ms
Convincing: excellent
repetition accuracy of 0.5mm
and constant force along the
entire stroke range of max.
45mm
Teach-in function for strokes
from 7.5 mm
Long service life thanks to
electronic end-position
cushioning

Linear motor cylinder with

piston rod DNCE-LAS
Optimised for small loads and
high dynamic response: the
electric linear motor cylinder
DNCE-LAS.
Its specialised in pusher
applications or when small loads
need to be positioned in the
shortest possible time, e.g.
40ms for a 15mm stroke. All of
Guided linear motor cylinder
DFME-LAS
The electric linear motor cylinder
DFME-LAS optimally handles
high dynamic response with
small loads, not least because
the piston rod guide is
integrated into the cylinder. This
allows it to position small loads
in the shortest possible time, for
example in packaging systems,
What both have in common:
technology that makes work
easy.

Motor controller SFC-LACI

You will find more

information about
compatible motor
controllers on page 18.

Long service life and virtually

maintenance-free operation:
internal plain bearing guide
with integrated grease reserve
keeps maintenance costs and
downtime to a minimum.

Type
Size
Max. stroke
Max. speed
Min. speed
Continuous feed force
Repetition accuracy

[mm]
[mm]
[m/s]
[m/s]
[N]
[m]

the necessary components such

as linear motor, displacement
encoder, guide and reference
switch are combined to create a
ready-to-use axis; however, if a
guide is needed for piston rod
motion, an external solution is
required.

Benefits
Minimal travel speeds of
2mm/s without stick-slip
effect!
Simplifies ordering, storage
and assembly: any existing
accessories can still be used
because all of the mechanical
interfaces, except for the long
side, are compatible with the
DNC pneumatic cylinder
series.

small parts assembly or

separating tasks. All required
components such as the linear
motor, displacement encoder,
guide and reference switch are
combined to create a ready-touse guide axis.

Benefits
Minimal travel speeds of
3mm/s without stick-slip
effect!
All the mechanical interfaces
are compatible with the
pneumatic cylinder series
DFM. Perfect for use with
existing accessories.
Optional: pneumatic clamping
cartridge as holding brake

Can be configured and

commissioned using the Festo
Configuration Tool FCT. Just
enter the parameters and
positioning records and youre
ready to go!

A complete solution from a

single source: mechanical
components, linear motor,
displacement encoder and
motor controller, including
software tools for configuration and commissioning.

DNCE-LAS
32
40
100/200/320 100/200/320/400
3
0.002
36
55
20

DFME-LAS
32
40
100/200/320 100/200/320/400
0.003
36
15

0.005
55

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Motors and controllers

The controller and motor

portfolio from Festo covers a
broad spectrum of servo and
stepper motor functions and is
optimally suited to all electric
drives.

Servo motor controllers CMMPAS/CMMS-AS/CMMD-AS and

servo motor EMMS/E-AS

internal components
significantly improves economic
efficiency.

The highly functional controller

CMMP-AS is best suited for cam
control and highly dynamic
motion.

They all feature safe and

convenient commissioning, SD
card slot, programming and
parameterisation using software
tools.

The CMMS-AS shows its

strengths in standard
applications and positioning
tasks with I/O connection.
The double controller CMMD-AS
takes on the task of running two
servo motors independently of
each other. Combining the

Motor Controller CMMO-ST

Everything matches perfectly
thanks also toWebConfig
and WebDiag, the
integrated HTML web server
for configuration and
diagnostics.

Ideal in combination with

the electric cylinder EPCO.
Simple and fast selection
with 1 order code.

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Servo motor EMMS/E-AS

Servo motors for 3 types of
controllers. As a permanently
energised, brushless servomotor
with eight torque ranges, this
motor is designed for dynamic
positioning tasks.

Stepper motor controller

CMMS-ST and stepper motor
EMMS-ST

sets the stepper motor controller

CMMS-ST apart from
conventional controllers.

Stepper motor technology in a

genuine Festo plug & work
solution package: the single axis
position controller CMMS-ST
combined with the stepper
motor for single and multi-axis
handling applications with
moving loads of up to 20kg.

Stepper motor EMMS-ST

The stepper motor offers a long
service life and full positioning
functionality at an attractive
price. It is designed with a high
degree of protection and with a
plug system suitable for
industrial use, optionally with
brake and integrated encoder.

The combination of CMMS-ST

and EMMS-ST with encoder
provides you with a fully fledged
closed-loop servo system with
maximum operating reliability
and fast dynamic response. This

 Jerk-free positioning
Infinitely variable positioning,
closed-loop operation
Speed adjustment
Position control
Current control
Torque control

Integrated safety function

Safe torque off (STO) with
category 3, PLd integrated
Additional safety functions
M can be implemented using
external components
Solution examples available
Safe stop with restart blocking

The performance ranges of the

motors in combination with Festo
controllers

Functions of the CMMS-ST

SD card for parameters and
firmware
Automatic motor brake
External braking resistor
(optional)

Jerk-free positioning
Infinitely variable positioning
Step resolution: micro step up
to 4000 steps per r evolution
The digital inputs and outputs
are protected against short
circuit, overload and reversed
polarity

60
CMMP-AS

NM

Functions of the CMMx-AS

SD card for parameters and
firmware
Automatic motor brake
External braking resistor
(optional)

EMMS/E-AS + CMMP-AS
EMMS-AS + CMMS-AS/CMMD-AS
EMMS-ST + CMMS-ST/CMMO-ST

10
CMMS/D-AS
CMMS/O-ST

1000

2000

3000

4000

5000

1 rpm

CMMP-AS
Motor controller for motor type Servo motor
Positioning records
255
Displacement encoder
Incremental/absolute
Can be configured flexiExtended I/O interface
bly
Separate for all posiRemaining distance message
tions
Separate for all posiTorque reduction
tions
Record linking
With branching
Safe torque off
(STO)
Cat. 3, PLd (EN13849),
Primary voltage
100 ... 230VAC
Single-phase: 2.5 and
5 A, three-phase: 5 and
Motor current
10 A
Integrated positioning records 256

CMMS-AS/CMMD-AS
Servo motor
63
Incremental/absolute

CMMS-ST
Stepper motor
63
Incremental

CMMO-ST
Stepper motor
7/31
Incremental

4 working modes

4 working modes

Valve or binary profile

1 for n

1 for n

Separate for all positions

No
Linear

No
Linear

Separate for all positions

Linear

Cat. 3, PLd (EN13849),

100 ... 230VAC
CMMS-AS: 4 A (singlephase) CMMD-AS: 2 x 4 A
(freely adjustable to 2 A/6 A)
64

Cat. 3, PLd (EN13849), Cat. 3, PLe (EN13849)

24 ... 48 V DC
24 V DC

8 A/peak 12 A
64

5.7 A/peak 8 A
32

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Intelligent servo motor

Servo motor MTR-DCI

This servo motor with its broad

torque range is ideally suited for
positioning tasks. It combines all
necessary components in one:
motor, gear unit, motor
controller and power electronics.

An impressive feature of the

MTR-DCI is its minimal wiring
thanks to the integration of the
controller only one voltage
source and one fieldbus
connection or multi-pin plug are
required. Thanks to an optional
LCD screen and clearly
structured menus, the entire
commissioning process is
completed on-site, or from a PC
using a simple teach-in function
with the help of FCT software
(Festo Configuration Tool).

Functions
Compact design with
integrated display
The smooth profile prevents
the ingress of dirt
Closed-loop operation
Protection class IP54
Control via I/O or fieldbus
Constant acceleration and
braking
Position control

Features:
Positioning run and teach
mode
Diagnostic function
Thanks to IP54 protection, the
SFC can be mounted close to
the drive
Only one cable required
The motor controller SFC is
available with or without
control panel
Control via I/O or fieldbus

Both single-field controllers

are very easy to configure and
commission using FCT
software for parameterisation
and commissioning.

Single-field controllers

Position controller SFC-LACI

and linear motor cylinders DNCELAS and DFME-LAS form a readyto-install solution.

Motor controller SFC-DC

The motor controller SFC-DC and

mini slide SLTE are combined to
create a ready-to-install solution.

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Functional safety

The EC Machinery Directive

2006/42/EC permits numerous
safety functions as protective
measures for sufficient risk

reduction in accordance with the

standards DIN EN 61800-5-2 and
EN 60204-1. Implementing these
safety functions in a practical

manner requires different

components that can be easily
integrated into an overall
concept.

Safety system CMGA

measuring systems and

processes their input signals
in order to guarantee the safe
status of a handling unit by
using suitable safety-oriented
responses. There are numerous

pre-programmed application
programs for simple configuration. In-house programming is
possible if required.

range. This ensures easy

implementation of emergency
stop requirements with safe stop
SS1 up to category 3, PLd.

For stricter requirements, the

series CMMP-AS- _ -M...
provides optional safety
modules for safety functions
up to category 4, PLe.

is a fault in the motor encoder, a

secondary system is required to
determine if the axis slide is
moving. However, with an
external linear displacement
encoder mounted directly on the
drive the axis slide position can

be monitored and the

information fed back to a safety
system, for safety functions up
to category 4, PLe.

Festo provides solution

examples. Descriptions, bills of
materials, circuit diagrams,
application programs and Sis-

tema projects allow fast

integration into your safety
concept with the appropriate
documentation.

Reliably monitors command

input devices, safety sensors,
safety switches, encoders and

Motor controller CMM

The safety function STO is

integrated as standard into all
motor controllers in the CMM...

Intelligent solutions for

monitoring linear axes
The slide position cannot be
monitored directly by the
encoder in the motor for safety
critical applications since if there

SLS

v
0

SS1 STO

v
s
0

t
SDI

STO

v
s
0

v
t

Solution examples
How do I implement safety
functions with electric drive
technology components?

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Software tool for configuring axis systems

PositioningDrives

PositioningDrives prevents
design errors and improves
energy efficiency by helping you
to choose the right components.
Designing drive mechanisms,
gear units and motors separately
can increase safety factors and
result in oversized electric drive
systems.
Toothed belt, spindle or direct
drives, servo motors, stepper
motors or DC motors, ball
bearing or plain-bearing guides
the plethora of options to
choose from presents the user
with a major challenge:
calculating the correct drive
package.
Once a few application details
have been entered, the
PositioningDrives software
calculates various combinations
from the extensive, harmonised
range of electric linear axes,
motors, gear units, controllers
and software. The ideal drive
package for the respective
requirements can then be
selected from the list of results.

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Application parameters
such as mounting position, load,
stroke and precision need to be
entered. There is also an option
to limit the travel time. A
preselection of drive and motor
technology, as well as guide
variants, limits the number of
variations and quickly leads to
a list of results.
The required solution package
Different sorting options are
provided for ease of selection.
The combination of axis, motor/
gear unit and controller is
displayed graphically, and the
degree of utilisation is shown as
a bar graph. One click on the
component illustration opens
the respective documentation in
the selected language.
Detailed results
The program then provides
detailed information such as the
motion profile, dynamic load
data, product characteristics
and a bill of materials. Complete
project documentation and data
back-up round out the scope of
functions of PositioningDrives.

Software tools faster project planning, commissioning and operation

More intelligent automation

Festo consistently focuses on
continuous analysis and
identification of potential.
This has resulted in a
combination of the new software
platform FHPP with the tried and

FCT software Festo Configuration Tool for commissioning

All drives in a system can be
managed and saved in a
common project
Project and data management
for all supported device types

FHPP Festo Handling and

Positioning Profile
Festo has developed an
optimised data profile, the
Festo Handling and Positioning
Profile (FHPP), which is
specifically tailored to handling

tested FCT Festo configuration

tool. It ensures uniform
operation and ideal interface
management of all motor
controllers, from the fieldbus up
to the drive system.

Simple to use thanks to

graphically supported
parameters entry
Universal mode of operation
for all drives
Work offline at your desk or
online at the machine

and positioning applications.

The FHPP data profile permits
the activation of Festo motor
controllers with fieldbus
interface via standardised
control and status bytes.

Fieldbus communication
Record selection

Direct operation
Mode

Position

Speed

Parameter channel
Free access to all
parameters read
and write

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Handling systems from Festos multi-axis modular system

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Pick & place

Cantilever axis combined with a
slide or additional cantilever axis
for Z motion. For applications
where the gripper unit has to
be retracted from the area of
activity.

Can be combined with a slide

or additional cantilever axis
along the Z-axis
High mechanical rigidity,
sturdy design

Linear gantries
Gantry axis combined with slides
or cantilever axes for Z motion.
Sturdy, for long strokes
combined with heavy loads.

Can be combined with a slide

or cantilever axis along the
Z-axis
High mechanical rigidity and
sturdy design

Cantilever axes
Two parallel gantry axes plus
pick & place with short Z-stroke,
preferably a slide.
Ideal for applications where
three-dimensional gantries are

too big or interfere within the

area of activity. Short Z-stroke,
preferably with mini slide
Sturdy design

Three-dimensional gantries
Two gantry axes plus an
additional gantry axis offset at
an angle, as well as any drive for
Z motion. For any motion in 3D
space extremely precise and
very sturdy for high loads and
long strokes.

High mechanical rigidity

Universal in use, even for very
heavy workpieces and high
payloads
Dynamic, precise, powerful
depending on axis selection.

Tripod EXPT
Free, precise and extremely
dynamic motion in 3D space
parallel kinematic system with
electric gantry axes in pyramid
form for high rigidity

High mechanical rigidity

Universal in use, even for very
heavy workpieces and high
payloads
Dynamic, precise, powerful
depending on axis selection.

All inclusive benefits ready-to-install solutions

Build it yourself, or have it built its up to you. But bear in mind that
complete systems can save you as much as 50%. With ready-toinstall handling systems you can practically eliminate the complex
processes associated with development and construction. Tell us
what your requirements are and we will design, order, compile, test
and deliver. We can also assemble and commission your system on
request.

You can concentrate on your core tasks. We take care of the rest. This
not only saves time and money, but ensures maximum reliability with
regard to function and optimal settings.
We offer design engineering, documentation, CAD models, assembly,
checking and testing, commissioning and servicing.

Individual components or
a complete system your
decision

Engineering
Competent engineers support
you right from the outset.
Technical advice
Expert knowledge based on
the latest technological
standards

Management of the entire

engineering process
Designs from the mechatronic
multi-axis modular system

Documentation
Documentation for your
handling systems.
Detailed documentation of
your handling system on CD
or paper

Engineering drawings as
instructions for assembly,
including bill of materials
Circuit diagrams in EPLAN
or Promis

Examples of CAD models from the standard multi-axis modular system

Linear gantry with cantilever axis (Z)

Heavy duty linear gantry with Duo-toothed

belt axis (Y) and spindle axis (Z)

Three-dimensional gantry with toothed belt

axis (XY) and spindle axis (Z)

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Subject to change, errors

and misprints excepted.

Companies seeking to be globally successful need to systematically increase their competitiveness.

We can support you in achieving this by focusing on our shared goal of improving your productivity.
Benefit from the expertise in electric and pneumatic handling systems that we have built up over
decades. From front-end grippers, vacuum solutions, linear, rotary and semi-rotary drives up to
highly complex parallel kinematic systems and motion control. Always the best solution everything
from a single source.

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