The New Drive Generation
Control technology that moves intelligently

Maximum performance for your machinePowerfulcontrol packages

Compact dimensions

Simple mounting andconnection technology

Maximum performance

Powerfuldiagnostics

Intelligent transmissiontechnology

Powerful control packages

Control packages from HEIDENHAIN
are perfectly matched systems consisting of the following components:
SoftwareControl hardware andreal-time hardware
 Drive electronics
 Motors
 EncodersThe emphasis of these systems is on
the inverter and control technology.
That’s becuase, ultimately, motion
control and control strategies havea direct influence on the machinedresults.
With the new Gen 3 components,
HEIDENHAIN is offering a complete
system that is based on highly
innovative and future-orientedtechnologies. You benefit fromstate-of-the-art interface technology,
improved performance data, andincreased controller performance.
This makes the Gen 3 drive
technology an important key
component for machines that must
fulfill stringent requirements
regarding availability, surface
quality, and machining time.

Compact dimensions

Along with their excellent functional characteristics, Gen 3 components are distinguished byVariable arrangement

their optimized design. The modern and ergonomic design of the Gen 3 inverter components
is compact, sturdy, and especially practical. Even subsequent system expansions are verysimple, since the components can be arranged in any sequence in the electrical cabinet.

Plug and playFactsYour benefits

New semiconductor
technology
 Fewer system components
required Plug-and-play technology
 Ergonomic design



Fast and simple installation
Variable arrangement ofcomponents
 Easy expansion of theconfiguration
 Low space requirements
Contiguous bus mounting
for supply voltages

Simple mounting and connection technology

Many different components must be installed during the assembly of a CNC machine tool.
Simple handling and a practical design of the components and assemblies play an importantrole here. After all, these factors have a direct influence on the cost efficiency and quality ofthe production process. The Gen 3 components offer you enormous benefits during
installation and wiring.

Intelligent transmission technology

High-performance systems require a fast and reliable exchange of data. Gen 3 components
offer optimum conditions for this. They combine the latest transmission technologies withintelligent and practical connection technologies. With the Gen 3 transmission technology, you
receive a forward-looking system with process reliability.

Facts

Your benefitsYour benefits

Facts

Simple handling Practical connectiontechnology
 Contiguous bus mounting forsupply voltages

Convenient expandability of themachine tool (e.g., retrofitting) Safe and quick wiring
 Rapid recommissioning if serviceis needed Low assembly costs



Rapid setup
 High noise immunity Reduced cabling High data transfer rate

Purely digital data transfer
Fiber-optic cable technology
 Miniaturized connector technology Hybrid connector for combined
power and signal transmission
 Gigabit HSCI

Powerful diagnostics

A comprehensive set of diagnostic functions is an extremely important factor when errors
need to be found and fixed quickly. Sophisticated diagnostics are also essential during initial
setup in order to configure a machine tool easily and systematically. With Gen 3
components, you have a fully-diagnosable system. Together with the TNCdiag software it
supplies you with extensive and reliable information.
PerformanceYour benefits
Clearly structured display of information
Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities
 Increased process reliability
 Documentation and archiving of data
 Reduced servicing timeMaximum performance

Increasing the performance of the drive technology simultaneously makes it possible toimprove the machine's overall performance. This is an important opportunity to increase theperformance data and efficiency of your machines. The Gen 3 drive technology is theoptimal foundation for this.

Facts
Optimized display of
diagnostic information withTNCdiag for the PC or on thecontrol
 Static information:
- Electronic ID label- Direct assignment of devicesand drives
 Dynamic information:- Current status of devices andmeasured values (e.g., qualityof optical fiber connection)

Your benefits

Facts

Excellent control loop performancefor highly dynamic motors
 Short acceleration phases of spindles
and axes
 Little space required in electrical cabinet
 Very high spindle speeds

High power density
Future-proof hardware concept
 Improved performance data Higher and longer peak currents
and peak load capability
 PWM frequency of up to 16 kHzCompact high-performers

The UEC compact inverters combine a PLC, controller, frequency inverter, andpower supply unit in a single device, making it possible to implement space-saving,cost-efficient system solutions, particularly for smaller machines. State-of-the-art
interface technology and a practical design enable highly convenient installationand expansion.

The UEC compact inverters
Rated power: 15 kW to 30 kW
Rated current: up to 44 A
 Motors: up to five motors with thestandard version
 Energy recovery: via an RM regenerativemodule Functional safety: integratedEverything in one device

Powerfuldiagnostics

Easy mounting

Versatileexpandability

Compact dimensions

Plug-and-playtechnology

Customized control systems

HEIDENHAIN offers a variety of control components featuring different
characteristics, thereby making customized solutions available for eachindividual machine. From simple machines to highly complex machining
centers with up to 18 axes and multiple spindles, HEIDENHAIN offers theoptimal solution.

The right components for any
challenge
Main computers
Monitors
 Keyboard units Machine operating panels
 Inverter systems
 Motors
 PLC input/output modules
 Accessories (e.g., handwheel)           

1293022-21 · 3 · 09/2020 · H · Printed in Germany