1398-PDM-030 Allen‑Bradley 1398 Ultra Plus Positioning Drive Module, 3kW

Product Description

1398-PDM-030 is a 3kW single-axis digital positioning servo drive module from Allen‑Bradley 1398 Ultra Plus series by Rockwell Automation. This microprocessor-based positioning drive accepts 100–240V single-phase AC input, provides closed-loop position, velocity and torque control for permanent magnet brushless servo motors. It supports built-in motion profile generation, serial communication ports for programming and host connection, and is compatible with Allen‑Bradley H, F and N series servo motors for precision single-axis positioning applications.

Product Features & Functions

• 3kW continuous output power, 15A continuous / 30A peak phase output current
• 100–240V single-phase AC input for flexible industrial cabinet power supply
• Integrated positioning controller with onboard trajectory planning and indexing function
• Dual serial ports supporting RS232 and RS422 for programming and host communication
• Compatible with H, F, N series Allen‑Bradley permanent magnet synchronous servo motors
• Built-in shunt circuit with 50W continuous shunt power for motor deceleration energy dissipation
• Full protection suite: overcurrent, overvoltage, undervoltage, overtemperature, encoder fault and short-circuit protection
• Supports optional HIM human interface module for local parameter setup and fault reading
• Front panel LED status indicators for power, run and diagnostic fault status

Application Scenarios

• Single-axis precision positioning for automated assembly machinery
• Packaging equipment, material handling, indexing tables and conveyor positioning
• Metal cutting, drilling and forming machine tool servo motion control
• Electronic manufacturing, semiconductor automation and pick-and-place machines
• Legacy 1398 Ultra Plus servo system maintenance, spare parts replacement and machine retrofit

FAQ

Q: What does PDM stand for in 1398-PDM-030?
A: PDM means Positioning Drive Module, which integrates servo power amplifier and positioning controller in one unit.

Q: What motor series can 1398-PDM-030 drive?
A: It works with Allen‑Bradley H-series, F-series and N-series permanent magnet brushless servo motors.

Q: Is this Allen‑Bradley servo drive still in production?
A: Rockwell Automation has discontinued the 1398 Ultra Plus series. Only new old stock, used and refurbished units are available in industrial spare parts market.