Our Suppliers
Goodwin Electronics have spent many decades cultivating strong relationships with our trusted partners and suppliers to provide high quality products and support in a variety of applications from both the common place to the unique helping us to provide to the best solutions for our customers. To learn more about our company history and how long we have been working with certain suppliers take a look at our About Us Page…
Yaskawa
Yaskawa are the world’s largest AC inverter drive manufacturer, a position they have achieved due to their superb product quality, reliability and continuous technological developments. Yaskawa’s Servo Systems have for years set the benchmark for AC servo motor performance, this is aided with a feature rich online auto-tuning tool that includes automatic motor recognition. As well as inverters and servo systems Yaskawa’s range also includes standalone and rack based motion controllers supporting various communication networks optimised for motion applications using servos and inverters.
Goodwin Electronics has been partnered with Yaskawa for over 20 years and during that time we have learnt the ins and outs of all of their products and have used many of their inverter, servo, and motion controller products on a wide variety of projects.
GA700 – An outstanding new flagship inverter with performance that is superior to the A1000 and with many exciting new features including improved motor control and improved (up to 6%) efficiency with reduced panel size compared to A1000.
GA700 Range available from:
- 0.55kW to 630kW 400v 3 phase input.
- 0.55kW to 110kW 200v 3 phase input.
- Not available in 200V single phase.
Control methods include V/f and vector control with (Closed Loop Vector) and without an encoder (Open Loop Vector), GA700 includes 4 relay outputs, 8 digital inputs, 3 analogue inputs, 2 analogue outputs, pulse train output, RS485 comms and safe disable input as standard.
GA500 – High quality microdrive inverter with performance that is superior to the V1000 and with new features and same compact footprint as V1000 for reduced panel size and side by side mounting.
GA500 Range available from:
- 0.1kW to 30kW 400V 3 phase input.
- 0.1kW to 4kW 200V single phase input.
- 0.1kW to 22kW 200V 3 phase input.
Both GA500 and GA700 features integrated in the drives as standard include EMC filters, braking transistors, PLC functionality with DriveWorks EZ, Safe Torque Off circuit rated SIL3/PLe and a 24Vdc 150mA supply for powering sensors.
GA500 and GA700 can support networks EtherNet/IP, Modbus, EtherCAT, Ethernet Powerlink, ProfiNet, ProfiBus, CAN Open, DeviceNet, CC-Link, Mechatrolink and Memobus. Up to 5 drives can be controlled through one network option card.
Sigma-7 products set a new industry standard in servo capability, with features that advance Yaskawa’s reputation for redefining the possibilities in motion automation. Improved motor efficiency reduces heat generation by 20%, 24 bit absolute encoder provides extremely precise positioning.
Sigma-7 is a complete family of servomotors and servopack amplifiers that are easily paired with Yaskawa machine controllers to create a motion automation system with the industry’s highest quality and reliability. Sigma-7 Servopacks are fully digital, servo amplifiers including either EtherCat, Mechatrolink III and Analogue/Pulse control connection. Servopack drives are available as a single motor amplifier or as a cost effective, space saving double axis amplifier.
The Sigma-7 range of servo motors includes linear motors, direct drive hollow shaft motors and standard shaft motors.
Sigma-7 servo systems range of rotary motors comprises:
- 200v from 50W to 1.5kW, available in low and medium inertia.
- 400v from 200W to 15kW, available in low and medium inertia.
If the servo product you need is not listed below, view our other servo amplifiers or other servo motors, which includes legacy products.
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Yaskawa MP2200 – Flexible motion controller. Expandable capacity with 4 additional racks with 9 slots per rack Up to 256 axes of machine control. Powerful CPU Fast processing, motion control cycle of 0.5ms Communication Modules available include Ethernet, DeviceNet, PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP.- Yaskawa MP3300 – The MP3000 series is Yaskawa’s flagship standard controller providing a faster processor, a faster motion network and a large configurable rack system upto 32 axis (256 axes when using SVB-01 or SVC-01). Rack sizes of 1, 3 and 8 slots available. Mechatrolink speed as low as 125us, Ethernet Port 100Base.
- Yaskawa MP2600iec – Part of the MPiec Series, the MP2600iec single axis controller attaches to servo drive directly, as one unit. It is available for both Sigma-5 and Sigma-7 amplifiers. 1.5 Axes (Including encoder emulation output) for Single axis of motion control IEC61131-3 and PLCopen programming standards, meaning programs are developed and executed with predictable operation.
- Yaskawa MP3300iec – Up to 62 Axes The MP3300iec is the latest member of the MPiec series. Offering IEC61131-3 and PLCopen programming standards, meaning programs are developed and executed with predictable operation MECHATROLINK-III motion network 1, 3 or 8 option modules 4, 8, 20, 32 or 62 motion axes Advanced camming and gearing functions. Open standards EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP to connect to many HMI and PLC in the market.
Yaskawa MP2200 – Flexible motion controller. Expandable capacity with 4 additional racks with 9 slots per rack Up to 256 axes of machine control. Powerful CPU Fast processing, motion control cycle of 0.5ms Communication Modules available include Ethernet, DeviceNet, PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP.
- Yaskawa SGD7S-[xxxx]M0[xxxx]F50 – The Sigma-7 S is Single Axis Servopack Amplifier with a built-in IEC Controller for linear and rotary motors SIL 3 for STO, PL-e CAT 3 Speed frequency response: 3.1kHz Advanced Safety functions SS1, SS2, SLS Ripple compensation, vibration, suppression, etc. 200V input power with minimum motor capacity 50W to maximum motor capacity of 2kW.
- Yaskawa SGD7C – The Sigma-7 C is Dual Axis Servopack Amplifier with a built-in IEC Controller. It supports a broad range of Interface options and offers a comprehensive power range. It also offers the safety features, high performance and high accuracy the Sigma-7 Series is well known for. With an advanced set of servo tuning algorithms it offers world class vibration suppression, ripple and friction compensation, advanced autotuning and tuning-less commissioning right out of the box.
VIPA have a huge experience in the field of PLC and distributed controls, much of this experience has been gained from working with one of the largest PLC companies in the world. Their range of controllers can all be programmed using WinPLC and/or STEP7 from Siemens and they have some very powerful and extremely fast products.
- 300S – The 300S, powered by SPEED7 makes this system one of the fastest and most efficient, µC based systems worldwide, programmable with WinPLC7 and/or STEP7 from Siemens. This system is especially suitable for cost sensitive applications and nearly every demanding application with its high-speed performance, the scalable memory and the outstanding communication possibilities.
- 200V – The 200V modular control system is programmable with WinPLC7 and/or STEP7 from Siemens. Limited availability of modules and options, please contact Goodwin for further details.
- MicroPLC – The MICRO PLC is a modular automation system for assembly on a 35mm mounting rail. By means of periphery modules this system may be adapted matching to your automation tasks. It is possible to expand your CPU by appropriate interfaces. The wiring complexity is low because the DC 24V electronic section supply is integrated to the backplane bus and this allows replacement with standing wire.
- SLIO – SLIO is the new modular and extremely compact I/O system
by Yaskawa that can be combined and applied to each of the current Yaskawa Control Systems. The system is designed for decentralised automation tasks and can be adapted piecemeal into the required application. - DISPLAYS AND HMI’S – VIPA has a comprehensive range of displays to compliment their control systems. The range starts with simple line displays and keyboards and extends to full panel PC systems. Take a look at what we have to offer.
by Yaskawa that can be combined and applied to each of the current Yaskawa Control Systems. The system is designed for decentralised automation tasks and can be adapted piecemeal into the required application.Omron is a global leader in the field of automation with over 70 years expertise in manufacture of technologically advanced industrial automation products, which are some of the most reliable on the market.
Goodwin Electronics is a Specialist Engineering Partner of Omron and has used Omrom PLCs, HMIs, sensors and ancillary components for over 15 years.
MX2 & RX – Omron offer an impressive range of frequency inverters suitable for a vast range of applications. General-purpose inverters, ranging up to 400kW, include the RX and MX2 ranges. With a range of standard and optional I/Os Omron inverters are amongst the most widely used in Europe. Also available are dedicated feature packed inverters for variable torque applications such as pumps and fans. Other inverters are available with onboard positioning or brake control for lifts and cranes.
- CPM1A/CP1L Compact – A range of compact micro-PLC with built-in digital Inputs/Outputs and expansion possibilities the CP1L series offers the compactness of a micro-PLC with the capabilities of a modular PLC similar to the CPM1A series it replaced. Additionally some CP1L models have an embedded Ethernet port with socket services functionality to give you flexible connectivity for monitoring, operating, logging and remote access. The CP1L expansion including serial communication or analogue I/O and further expansion units in case more I/O is needed.
- CJ1M/CJ2M rack PLCs – The CJ1/CJ2 micro rack PLC is the ideal solution to be used in a wide range of machines in various application ranges from Packaging & Food to Automotive. Due to the high flexibility in configuration CJ2 and connectivity options with most of the industrial communication networks coupled with scalability of CPU’s enables an exact match to functions required providing a robust solution and proven quality system.
- HMI NS series – Offering a range of HMI with serial or Ethernet communication that easily interface to Omron PLCs, with a range of touch sensitive screen sizes from 6” to 15”.
Omron has a wide variety of industrial components which we have used in a variety of projects over many years.
From modular PLC’s and distributed SmartSlice IO system to touch screen HMIs and emergency stop relays we continue to use Omron products in both panel build and project work.
Omron also offers a wide range of sensors and components that can be relied upon to provide good service and meet demanding industrial requirements, below is a small selection of the components we have recently used on various projects.
Examples of components used:
Emergency Stop
G9SB-3012-C Omron safety relay Input 24VDC 1.7W, EN954-1, EN60204-1
Omron 24V PSU
S8VK-G06024 24V 60W Output 24V 2.5A, 60W Input 230V 0.7A
Limit switch
Omron D4CC-3002 30V 1A, NC and NO contacts, IP67
Square Proxy sensor
Omron E2Q5-N20F1-M1
PNP NO 20mm sensing range 10-30VDC 20mA max, IP67
Proxy cylindrical sensor
Omron E2A3-M18KS11-M1-B1
M18 PNP NO 11mm sensing range, 12-24VDC 10mA, IP67
Baumer
Baumer Electric has a full line of miniature inductive sensors that deliver superior performance in the tightest mounting applications. The line includes the highly compact series incorporating the latest ASIC and flip chip technology, and are equipped with short-circuit, reverse polarity, voltage surge, and EMI protection.
Baumer range also includes inductive analogue sensors and encoders for precision gauging and measuring applications with accuracy to one micron.
- Optical sensing method
- Max. 2048 pulses per revolution
- Operation speed max. 12000 rpm
LBFS Cleverlevel switch for fluid level
- Point level detection based on frequency sweep technology
- Reliable in diverse media
- For hygienic and industrial applications
- With marine, ATEX, WHG and cULus approval
- Process temperatures up to 200 °C
IFFM proximity switch – Datasheet example
MYCOM precision switches – Datasheet example
Other models from the Baumer range are available please ring for more details or check the catalogue
Givi Misure
Givi Misure produces a wide range of incredibly accurate and technologically advanced products including robust optical scales, rotary encoders, HPGs and displays that Goodwin have used for many years to support our customers requirements and meet their needs in both harsh environments and for precise applications.
Goodwin Electronics is the sole UK dealer for Givi Misure, below are a few examples of the most popular and best selling items from the Givi Misure range:
GVS, example GVS200, GVS300, GVS400 linear encoder (replaces ISA and SCR range)
Sealing lips for the protection of the grating, made of special elastomer resistant to oil and wearing.
GVS 200 – Self-aligned incremental optical scale, with glass grating.
- Optical incremental scale with glass measuring support, particularly suitable for applications on synchronized press brakes.
- Reader head guided by a self-aligned and self-cleaning sliding carriage with spring system.
- Resolution up to 0.1 μm.
- An adapter guarantees the compatibility with PBS-HR scale.
GVS 200 – Example Datasheet
GVS 300 – Incremental optical scale of small overall dimensions.
- Small-size incremental scale, for applications with limited installation space.
- Wide alignment tolerances.
- High stability of LINE DRIVER signals.
GVS 300 – Example Datasheet
GVS 400 – Incremental optical scale for various applications.
- Resolutions up to 0.1 μm. Accuracy grade ± 5 μm.
- In modular version for measuring lengths over 6,500 mm, or for lower measuring lengths on request.
- Armoured connecting cable without external connections.
GVS 400 – Example Datasheet
EN58, example EN500, EN600 – incremental rotary encoder.
- Small overall dimensions for applications with limited installation space.
- Wide range of pulses per revolution up to 64,000 ppr, Max. frequency 300 kHz and IP 67 protection.
- Aluminium flange and body for an effective protection against electromagnetic interference.
- Custom-made features on request.
MTS – magnetic strip scale.
- New line of incremental magnetic sensors MTS, with small overall dimensions.
- Resolutions up to 0.5 μm programmable via serial line. DPI resolution and inches reading now available.
- Wide alignment tolerances and sensor/magnetic band distance up to 12 mm, for an even easier and faster mounting.
- Magnetic sensor body made of die-cast metallic material.
MTS – Example Datasheet
Nidec - Control Techniques
Our relationship with Control Techniques began around 2016 as a strategic move to extend our product range to include higher voltage AC inverters and attractive alternatives for servo drives and exciting opportunities for DC drives as well as advantages of UK based design and manufacturing facilities.
- The C200 & C300 General Purpose Drives range introduced in 2019 and is the latest iteration of Control Techniques hugely successful Commander series variable speed drives. This latest iteration builds on those decades of knowledge combining it with cutting edge technology from the world of automation. The C200 line is designed for a broad range of general applications and is in 100V, 200V and 400V versions.
- Unidrive M700 – Control Techniques carefully honed unique motor control algorithms ensures that our Unidrive M series drives offer the highest control stability and bandwidth for every industrial motor type. Unidrive M enables maximum machine throughput in every application and with every motor, from standard AC induction motors to dynamic linear motors and from energy saving hybrid permanent- magnet motors to high performance servomotors. Unidrive High Performance Drive Range. – 0.75kW to 2.8MW 200V, 400V, 575V, 690V