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Designed for harsh environments such as food and beverage processing or variable weather

applications, the lightweight AKMA servo motor delivers the performance and reliability you

need. These hard-working motors feature a cost-effective anodized aluminum coating,

and a form factor to meet your specific requirements in medium and heavy washdown

environments. For durability, cleanability, and versatility, our full line of AKMA motors is

built to perform.

Built for Durability

AKMA motors are engineered for performance and longevity in tough washdown environments

and uncertain outdoor conditions.

Unsurpassed durability starts with the motors’ hardened anodized aluminum coating that provides

strong chemical resistance in a wide pH range to withstand common cleaning agents in washdown.

You’ll find:

• Coating that is less vulnerable to scrapes, dents, and paint flaking than conventional epoxy

• Stainless-steel shaft with chromium oxide inlay maximizes lifetime of the shaft seal

• Vented design and “one-piece” housing structure eliminates the O-ring to reduce risk of water ingress

Built for Cleanability

AKMA motors are engineered for performance and longevity in tough washdown environments

and uncertain outdoor conditions.

In both food and beverage contact zones and dry clean environments, AKMA motors incorporate

critical design elements for more effective cleaning:

• Smooth surface ensures simple cleanability in environments where cleanliness is essential

• Round housing prevents contamination droplets from pooling

• IP69K-rated sealing allows higher pressure exposure for food-grade environments

Kollmorgen AKM™ Washdown and Washdown Food Series motors are available

in frame sizes 2 through 6. These innovative motors incorporate our

industry-leading AKM electromagnetics within a housing protected by a 2-K

coating and IP67-rated seal configuration. Stainless steel hardware is used on

all precision interfaces. The food-grade model incorporates greases that are

safe for incidental contact and consumption.

Features

• Frame sizes 2 through 6

• Static torques from 1 to 25 N-m

• Available with a wide range of standard lengths, windings, feedback systems

and connection technologies

• Resistant to corrosive chemicals including highly alkaline or acidic cleaning

products

• Food-grade version complies with FDA requirements, including lubricants and

materials safe for incidental contact and consumption

• IP67 seal design featuring PTFE shaft seal

• Stainless steel shaft

Benefits

• Ideal for applications subject to strict hygiene regulations

• A cost-effective solution for any application that requires periodic washdown

• Increased motor life

• Higher purification rating

• No additional cover or special protection required for the motor casing

• Meets the needs of a wide range of applications without requiring expensive,

high-grade stainless steel for the motor casing

• Stainless steel used for motor shaft, screws and connectors

New: SFD-M (Smart Feedback Device, Multi-Turn)

The SFD-M (Smart Feedback Device, Multi-Turn) is Kollmorgen’s most advanced position

feedback solution, precisely designed to integrate with the AKM servo motor.

With 24-bit resolution and 16-bit tracking over 65.536 rotations, it delivers highly accurate

multi-turn feedback for demanding industrial applications.

Its energy-harvesting, battery-free design eliminates maintenance and reduces cabling costs.

The innovative single-cable technology simplifies installation and lowers expenses.

Paired with the AKM servo motor, the SFD-M offers unmatched precision, reliability, and

efficiency for complex motion control.

Features

• 8 frame sizes, 28 frame/stack combinations

• Speeds up to 8.000 RPM

• 75 VDC; 120. 240. 480 VAC windings

• A wide variety of feedback devices, mountings and seals

• Direct mate to most Kollmorgen servo drives

• Windings are rated at 100°C rise over a 40°C ambient while using 155°C (class F)

insulation materials

• cURus, CE Compliant, UL Recognition

Our wide range of standard configurations offer the same advantages as a custom solution

With more than 500.000 standard products and practically unlimited co-engineered

modifications, selecting the right-fit motor—optimized for your specific application

requirements—has never been easier.

• Extensive choice and flexibility from a wide range of standard products and

co-engineered modifications for an exact fit to your design requirements

• Best-in-class performance, with industry-leading power density

• Exceptionally low cogging and low harmonic distortion to ensure smooth performance

• Easy to commission and use, with plug-and-play motor recognition and full-frequency

autotuning on AKD™ Series servo drives

Options

• Feedback devices: resolver, SFD, incremental and sine encoders

• Seals for improved environmental protection

• Shaft ends closed or open keyway, flat, smooth

• Dual or single Intercontec connectors, straight or rotatable

• 24 VDC fail-safe brakes

• IP67 washdown versions with food-grade greases and finishes