Essentials PCMM2G Controller

A compact, scalable motion controller for multi‑axis applications up to 8 axes

The PCMM2G Essentials controller delivers the proven performance and integration capabilities of Kollmorgen’s PCMM2G platform at a cost optimised for lower‑axis‑count machines. As part of the Kollmorgen Essentials™ Motion System, it provides a complete, unified solution for motors, drives and control — simplifying design, accelerating commissioning and maximising overall system value.

Fully integrated with the Kollmorgen Automation Suite (KAS), the Essentials controller offers fast cycle times, flexible programming options and seamless connectivity to Essentials servo drives and third‑party systems.

Key Capabilities

  • Scalable controller platform for lower‑axis machine architectures
  • Supports up to 8 axes of synchronised path motion for indexing and basic positioning
  • Integrated I/O and functional safety modules
  • Plug‑and‑play operation with KAS and third‑party EtherCAT devices
  • Lifelong KAS software updates with no additional licensing fees
  • Faster setup and commissioning with pre‑integrated components
  • Built‑in tools for rapid configuration, tuning and optimisation
  • Supports PLCopen and IEC 61131‑3 programming languages

For higher‑axis machines or more complex motion requirements, Kollmorgen also offers the PCMM2G Standard (up to 24 axes) and PCMM2G Advanced (up to 64 axes) controllers.

Technical Specifications

Processor

  • Quad‑core 1.5 GHz ARM Cortex‑A72

Memory

  • 2 GB RAM
  • 8 GB Flash storage

Motion Network

  • EtherCAT
  • Update rate up to 4 kHz

Networking & Protocols

Two 100Base‑T Ethernet ports supporting:

  • OPC‑UA
  • EtherNet/IP
  • HTTP
  • Modbus TCP
  • PROFINET
  • TCP/IP
  • UDP

Certifications

  • CE
  • UKCA
  • UL
  • RoHS

Battery

  • CR2032 Lithium Manganese Dioxide, 3 V
  • Minimum 190 mAh capacity

Model Structure

  • Platform: PCMM2G – 2nd Generation Multi‑Axis Controller
  • Processor / RAM: C2 – 1.5 GHz Quad‑core / 2 GB
  • Storage: 08 – 8 GB Flash
  • Customisation: 0000 Standard / A000 Conformal Coated
  • Form Factor: 00 Panel Mount
  • Controller Models:
    • 008 – Essentials, 0–8 Axes
    • 024 – Standard, 0–24 Axes
    • 064 – Advanced, 0–64 Axes

Part of the Kollmorgen Essentials Motion System

The PCMM2G Essentials controller is designed to work seamlessly with:

  • Essentials Servo Motors
  • Essentials Servo Drives
  • Hybrid cables, filters, resistors and accessories

Together, they form a complete, cost‑effective motion platform engineered for simplicity, reliability and rapid deployment.

PCMM2G Datasheet