AKMH Connectorized Version Introduction

AKMH “connectorized” version has been widely applied in many food & beverage and pharmaceutical plants, primarily for its convenience in installation and maintenance and shorter lead time. This note provides a detailed introduction in a FAQ format.

• What connector types are available?
  • There are two types of connectors: single connector and dual connectors.
  • Single connector is available for motors to be connected with SFD (Gen 3) and DSL feedback devices, while dual connectors are for all feedback devices other than the two above.
  • Under each connector type, customers can choose “right-angle” or “straight” to fit their application.

    Right-Angle Connector	Straight Connector

• Is connectorized version offered as a standard product at Kollmorgen?
  • Most right-angle connectors are offered as standard.
  • Straight connectors are offered as specials through “EngDev” (Engineer Development).
  • Table under Question 3 provides an overview on which options are offered as standard.
• Are connectors available for all frame sizes?
  • The table below shows the availability of connector types on different frame sizes.

    	Dual connectors		Single connector
    	Right-angle	Straight	Right-angle	Straight
    AKMH2	Not available	Standard	Not available	Standard
    AKMH3	Not available	Standard	Standard	Co-Engineering
    AKMH4	Standard	Co-Engineering	Standard	Co-Engineering
    AKMH5	Standard	Co-Engineering	Standard	Co-Engineering
    AKMH6	Standard	Co-Engineering	Standard	Co-Engineering

  • Notes:

    a) Dual straight connectors are available “in line” on frame size 2 and 3 mainly due to the size constraint.

    b) We don’t have a connectorized tubing version, hence “T”, “W”, or “G” options cannot be connectorized. For example, AKMH43E-ACWNCA5K cannot be switched to connectorized version.

• What is the nomenclature for connectorized AKMH motors?
  • Part number for motors with right-angle connectors generally follows the nomenclature as follows:
    • AKMHXXX-XXAXXX0K (Dual right angle)
    • AKMHXXX-XXDXXX0K (Single right angle)
  • Straight connector:
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    • AKMHXXX-XXPXXX0K (Single straight connector on motor size 2)
    • AKMHXXX-XXHXXX0K (Dual straight connectors on size 2/3)
• Where is the vent located on connectorized motors?
  • Right-angle connector motors: the vent is located on the connectors.
  • Straight connector motors: the vent is on the back cover.
• Does the connectorized version have the same certifications and ratings as cabling versions?
  • Yes. The functionality, certification and rating are the same as integrated cabling version.
• Is the connectorized version also rated as IP69K?
  • Yes.
• Which customers are using connectorized versions?
  • The connectorized version has been used by leading OEMs and end customers in food/beverage processing industry. An example is a leading meat processor in North America which is using connectorized AKMH motors for applications such as meat slicing and animal skinning. The connectorized version has proven to meet the customer’s requirement on durability and hygiene.
• What are the advantages of connectorized version?
  • It is easier to switch or repair motors without changing cables in case of problems with the motor only.
  • It is easier to handle, install the motors without cables.
  • Customers will be allowed to design high-flex applications, as the mating cables with connectorized motors are less stiff than the integrated AKMH cables.
• What is the standard length of WCJ washdown cables?
  • 1 meter, 3 meters, 9 meters, 12 meters and 25 meters are standard options.
  • Other lengths are available too, but may have a longer lead time.
• Where can customers get the details spec of the cables?
  • Kollmorgen Application Engineer Team is ready to support on connectorized motors and mating cables. North American customers can reach out to KCS (Kollmorgen Customer Support) for more information.
    • Telephone: +1 - 540 633 3545; Email: [email protected]
    • Please contact local Kollmorgen Customer Support teams if the customer is outside North America.