ELAU MAx-4/11/03/128/99/1/1/00 99-Axis Motion Controller

The ELAU MAx-4/11/03/128/99/1/1/00 is the high-axis-count PacDrive M motion and logic controller for machine projects that exceed the eight-axis limit. The /99 version supports system configurations up to 99 axes while providing centralized IEC 61131-3 logic, SERCOS motion coordination, integrated I/O, encoder evaluation, Ethernet, and serial communication.

This exact /128/99/1/1/00 configuration includes 128 MB flash memory, master encoder evaluation, two analog inputs, and internal I/O supply. Actual achievable cycle time depends on the number of axes and the application load. Optional fieldbus cards must be confirmed from the installed hardware rather than inferred from the controller model alone.

Key Features

• High-axis-count PacDrive M controller with a system configuration limit of 99 axes
• Centralized VxWorks real-time motion and PLC execution
• SERCOS fiber-optic network for coordinated multi-axis machine control
• 128 MB flash, 32 MB RAM, 32 kB NVRAM, and 512 kB L2 cache
• Integrated digital I/O, two analog inputs, and master encoder evaluation
• Ethernet and serial interfaces for HMI, diagnostics, data exchange, and service

Typical Applications

• Complex packaging lines with more than eight servo axes
• Large converting, printing, and synchronized web-handling machines
• Multi-station assembly and material-processing systems
• Electronic line-shaft applications with extensive axis coordination
• Replacement in installed high-axis-count PacDrive M projects

Compatibility and Selection Note

This is the /99 high-axis-count version and must not be substituted with the /08 controller when the project uses more than eight axes. Match order number 13130255-008, firmware, application backup, memory configuration, option modules, SERCOS layout, I/O, and encoder settings.

FAQ

What does the /99 code identify?

It identifies the MAx-4 version intended for projects above eight axes, with a maximum system configuration of 99 axes.

Does a 99-axis limit mean every project runs 99 axes at the same cycle time?

No. The controller supports configurations up to 99 axes, but practical cycle time and project capacity depend on axis count, logic load, communications, and application design.

Can the /08 version replace this controller?

Only if the verified machine project uses no more than eight axes and all other hardware and software requirements match. It is not a direct substitute for a project that exceeds eight axes.

Are fieldbus networks built into the base controller?

Ethernet, RS232, RS485, and SERCOS are part of the controller. PROFIBUS, CAN, CANopen, DeviceNet, and Ethernet/IP depend on optional modules.

What is included in the /1/1 configuration?

It includes master encoder evaluation and two analog inputs, in addition to the integrated digital input and output channels.

What information is needed for a reliable replacement?

Record the complete type code, order number, firmware, application and parameter backups, fitted option modules, SERCOS topology, axis count, encoder setup, and I/O wiring.