igus expands D1 motor control with certified PROFINET

GENTING LANE, Singapore - May 30, 2025 - PRLog -- igus has enhanced its D1 motor control system by adding Siemens-certified PROFINET support, enabling easy integration with major control systems like Siemens, Beckhoff, and Wago. This upgrade simplifies setup and boosts the performance and efficiency of automation processes.

The D1 motor control is the powerful and versatile solution from igus for demanding drive applications, and is now compatible with the industrial communication standard PROFINET/PROFIdrive. With a market share of around 23%, PROFINET is currently experiencing the strongest growth. Major manufacturers such as Siemens, Beckhoff and Wago use this industrial Ethernet standard for industrial automation as it makes real-time and reliable communication possible between control systems, machines and field devices such as sensors and actuators. "Thanks to the PROFINET integration, communication between the D1 and these control systems is now completely straightforward," says René Erdmann, Head of Business Unit drylin E Drive Technology at igus. "The extended connectivity eliminates the need for specialised software and in-depth technical knowledge. It is easy to embed into automation systems, shortens project times and reduces integration and maintenance costs." The D1 with PROFINET fieldbus is available immediately. Users can also bring older models up to date with a free update.

Fast cycle times, intuitive operation and high system compatibility
Designers use the D1 motor control to operate stepper, DC and EC/BLDC motors of electric linear drives, handling systems and robot axes. "The D1 impresses with short cycle times, which ensures a fast response time of eight to 16ms, depending on the application. It offers great advantages, especially in dynamic applications," says Erdmann. The intuitive operability via a web interface, on which positions, speeds, accelerations and movement profiles can be set without additional software is also popular with designers. They also value the support of interfaces such as CANopen and Modbus TCP (gateway) to integrate the control system into existing automation environments. The D1 is suitable for a wide range of applications. Thanks to the AC1 speed control and AC3 positioning application classes, it can be used in various industrial sectors, from automotive production and packaging lines to simple robotics. "With the PROFINET/PROFIdrive integration, which has also been certified by Siemens, we want to offer design engineers an even more flexible and future-proof solution that further increases the performance and efficiency of their automation processes," says Erdmann.

The dryve experience provides more information on the igus motor control systems and applications that have already been implemented applications as well as detailed tutorial videos of all functionalities and a guide for selecting the right motor control system. In addition, igus offers free sample programmes that significantly reduce the integration time of the motor control systems, which saves time and money.

For more information: https://www.igus.sg/product/D1