Beckhoff XTS Overview
The Beckhoff XTS is a linear product transport system in which independently controlled movers travel on a track of motor modules, with peak forces of up to 210 N per mover.
Key Specifications
Specification | Beckhoff XTS |
Manufacturer | Beckhoff Automation |
Model | XTS |
Category | Motion & positioning / Linear product transport system |
Peak force, standard | Up to 210 N per mover |
Mass per mover | Above 10 kg possible |
Minimum mover spacing | 50 mm |
EcoLine force | 75 N nominal; 168 N peak |
EcoLine accuracy | 0.70 mm absolute; 0.075 mm repeatability |
Straight modules | 250, 249 and 233 mm; EcoLine 500 mm |
Curves | 22.5, 45 and 180 degrees |
Hygienic version | IP69K |
Price | Price on request |
Price available on request. Any price is indicative, not final and may change.
Applications
Packaging Machines
Assembly Lines
Food and Pharma
Beckhoff XTS Review Summary
XTS, the eXtended Transport System, turns a conveyor into a row of independent servo axes. Motor modules form straights and curves; movers with magnet plates travel along them, each with its own motion profile, so products can be grouped, spaced and synchronized with stations in software. With standard magnet plates a mover develops up to 210 N at peak, enough for masses above 10 kg, and movers can run 50 mm apart. The newer EcoLine modules are 500 mm long and lower in cost, with 75 N nominal and 168 N peak force, 0.70 mm absolute accuracy and 0.075 mm repeatability. A hygienic version is rated IP69K.
Pros
Every mover individually controlled
Up to 210 N peak force
50 mm mover spacing
IP69K version
Lower-cost EcoLine option
Cons
Accuracy figures given only for EcoLine
Requires Beckhoff control
Who It Is For
It fits builders of packaging and assembly machines who want format flexibility in software.
Full review: Beckhoff XTS Review: Specs and Uses of the Linear Product Transport System
