Kinco Driver / Motor (FD124S-CB-005)

Nobody photographs the servo drive, yet it decides whether a robot moves smoothly or lurches. The Kinco Driver / Motor (FD124S-CB-005) is a compact low-voltage drive that sits quietly in the cabinet and turns commands from a controller into controlled motion on a DC supply.

The product is available through this page, by quotation.

Background

Kinco and its automation lineage

Kinco has worked in automation since 1996. Over the years it built a full line of standard products: human machine interfaces, servo systems, stepper systems, programmable logic controllers and variable frequency drives. The company describes itself as a leading brand in China. That breadth matters for a buyer, because a drive from a maker with its own controllers and motors tends to fit into a wider system without much improvisation.

The FD1X4S-CB-005 drives come from that servo line. The family covers four models: FD114S-CB-005, FD124S-CB-005, FD134S-CB-005 and FD144S-CB-005. This page is about the FD124S-CB-005 only, and every figure below belongs to that model.

Where the FD124S-CB-005 fits

This is a low-voltage DC servo drive. It takes a main supply of 24VDC-70VDC, which covers the battery voltages common in mobile platforms and small automated machines. It talks to a host over RS232 and CANopen, and it accepts pulse commands in three formats: Pulse+Direction, CCW+CW, and A phase+B phase. For builders, this means the drive can be commanded as a networked axis or as a simple pulse-driven one, depending on how the rest of the machine is designed.

The drive offers 7 digital inputs and 5 digital outputs, enough to wire limit switches, enable signals and status lines without adding an extra I/O module for a simple axis. Cooling is natural air, with an auxiliary radiator specified for the installation, so there is no fan to fail or to clog with dust.

Technical Specifications

Specifications as published by the manufacturer; confirmed against the datasheet at quotation.

The manufacturer has not published the exact dimensions, the rated output power, the operating humidity limit, a confirmed storage temperature or the contents of the box; they are confirmed at quotation.

What makes the FD124S-CB-005 different from the other FD1X4S drives?

The four models in the FD1X4S-CB-005 family share the same supply range, the same communication interfaces, the same protection thresholds and the same environmental limits. What separates them is peak current and weight. The FD124S-CB-005 is the second model in the series, with a peak current of 48AP and a weight of 0.3 kg.

In practice, that places it above the first model in peak current and below the third and fourth models, which are heavier. If your motor and load are already chosen, compare the motor's peak current demand with the figure in the table.

Buyers sometimes also look at other Kinco drives. The Kinco Driver / Motor (FD134S-CB-000) is a separate listing with its own specification and should not be assumed to match this one.

How does the FD124S-CB-005 protect itself and the supply?

A drive on a DC bus has to cope with the supply moving around, especially when a motor decelerates and pushes energy back. The FD124S-CB-005 handles this with three layers. First, a brake chopper with a default threshold of DC73V ± 2V, which can be adjusted through software to suit the installation. Second, an over-voltage alarm at DC83V ± 2V. Third, an under-voltage alarm at 18V±2V.

The protection functions are Over Voltage, Under Voltage and Over Short Circuit. The drive carries CE Certification and is listed against IEC61800-5-1, the safety standard for adjustable speed electrical power drive systems.

Installation conditions matter as well. The drive is rated IP20, so it belongs inside an enclosure or a protected compartment, not on an exposed surface. The operating temperature is 0-40 ºC. Natural air cooling calls for an auxiliary radiator of 300mm*300mm*10mm in oxidized black 6063 aluminum. Above 1000m the rating decreases by 1.5% per 100m of rise, up to a maximum altitude of 4000m. Most sites in the Caribbean sit well below that limit, but an enclosure in a hot, sealed container still needs attention to temperature.

Who is the FD124S-CB-005 for?

The first group is robot builders working on autonomous mobile robots and automated guided vehicles. They run on battery voltages inside the 24VDC-70VDC window and want a networked drive with CANopen. Teams that build for warehouses and ports can look at our Logistics Robots category for the vehicles these drives end up in.

The second group is machine builders and integrators in factories. They want a compact servo drive for a conveyor, a feeder, a small positioning axis or a pick-and-place unit, and they may prefer pulse commands from an existing PLC. The pulse input accepts up to 500 KHz in three formats, so it can be wired to most controllers. The Factory Robots category shows the broader context for such projects.

The third group is maintenance and engineering teams replacing a drive in an existing Kinco-based machine. For them the useful facts are the model code, the voltage range and the interface list, all of which are stated on this page.

Buyers who need a drive and motor as a matched pair can look at the Kinco Driver / Motor (SMC60S-0040-30QAK-5BSU) or the Kinco Driver / Motor (SMC80S-0075-30MAK-5DSU) listings.

What is the FD124S-CB-005 used for?

1. Wheel drive in mobile robots. Controls a traction motor from a battery supply within the 24VDC-70VDC range.
2. Conveyor and transfer axes. Provides controlled speed and position for belts, rollers and transfer units in small automation lines.
3. Positioning stages. Takes pulse commands from a PLC or motion controller for repeatable moves.
4. Networked axes on CANopen. Lets a host controller command and monitor the drive over a field bus.
5. Lifting and handling mechanisms. Drives a lift or gripper axis, with the brake chopper managing returned energy during deceleration.
6. Replacement and retrofit work. Supports engineers updating or repairing equipment built on the Kinco FD1X4S family.

Pricing and Availability

This drive is sold by quotation, and no price is printed here. Send us your project details, the motor you plan to use and the quantity, and we will respond with a quotation. Delivery, customs and support are arranged together with the quotation, so you see the full picture before you commit. The Kinco Driver / Motor (FD124S-CB-005) is available on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What supply voltage does the FD124S-CB-005 need?

The main supply voltage is 24VDC-70VDC. The under-voltage alarm is set at 18V±2V and the over-voltage alarm at DC83V ± 2V.

Which communication interfaces does it have?

It has RS232 and CANopen. For pulse command input it supports Pulse+Direction, CCW+CW and A phase+B phase, at 3.0-30V and up to 500 KHz.

Does it need extra cooling?

It uses natural air cooling with an auxiliary radiator of 300mm*300mm*10mm in oxidized black 6063 aluminum.

What is the protection class and operating temperature?

The protection class is IP20, so the drive should be mounted inside an enclosure. The operating temperature range is 0-40 ºC.

Is it certified?

Yes. It carries CE Certification and is listed against IEC61800-5-1.

How does the brake chopper work?

The brake chopper has a default threshold of DC73V ± 2V, which can be adjusted via software. It manages energy returned to the supply during deceleration.

Where can I buy the Kinco Driver / Motor (FD124S-CB-005) and what does it cost?

You can request it through this page. It is sold by quotation, so the cost is given in the quotation itself, together with delivery, customs and support arrangements.

Summary

The FD124S-CB-005 is easy to overlook, because a good drive does its job without drawing attention. It combines a wide DC supply range, CANopen and RS232, three pulse input formats, 7 inputs and 5 outputs, an adjustable brake chopper, and CE and IEC61800-5-1 listings, all in a 0.3 kg package. If this drive suits your robot or machine, this page is the starting point.