KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC 24V/20A Industrial PSU with ESC Monitoring for KR C4 Systems

Description

The KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC is a high-performance,industrial-grade power supply unit engineered by KUKA Robotics for use in KR C4 and KR C5 robot controller cabinets,as well as broader automation systems requiring stable,monitored 24 VDC power.Delivering a continuous 600 W output(24 V/20 A),this DIN-rail mounted module integrates ESC(Electronic System Control)functionality—enabling real-time communication with the KUKA controller for voltage monitoring,fault reporting,and predictive diagnostics.Designed for mission-critical robotic cells,the KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC ensures uninterrupted operation through robust protection mechanisms and seamless redundancy support.

Application Scenarios

In a Tier-1 automotive body shop in Michigan,a production line using six KUKA KR QUANTEC robots experienced repeated unscheduled stops due to undetected power fluctuations affecting I/O modules and safety relays.The root cause?Legacy third-party power supplies lacked diagnostic visibility,causing brownouts that triggered false E-STOP conditions.After upgrading to the KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC,the system gained full ESC integration:the KR C4 controller now continuously monitors output voltage,current load,and internal temperature.During a recent grid sag event,the KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC maintained stable 24.1 V output while alerting the HMI of a“low-line warning”—allowing operators to log the event without halting production.Over six months,unplanned downtime dropped by 78%,proving how intelligent power delivery transforms reliability in high-availability robotic environments.

Parameter

Main Parameters Value/Description

Product Model KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC

Manufacturer KUKA Robotics(Germany)

Product Category Industrial Redundant Power Supply Unit(PSU)

Output Voltage 24 VDC(adjustable±10%)

Rated Output Current 20 A continuous

Max Output Power 600 W

Input Voltage Range 100–240 VAC,50/60 Hz(universal input)

Communication Interface ESC(Electronic System Control)bus via backplane or connector

Protection Features Overvoltage,overcurrent,short-circuit,thermal shutdown

Redundancy Support Parallel operation with identical units for N+1 redundancy

Mounting Type Standard 35 mm DIN rail(EN 60715)

Certifications CE,UL 60950-1,cULus,EN 61000-6-2/4(EMC)

Operating Temperature-25°C to+60°C(derating above 50°C)

Technical Principles and Innovative Values

Innovation Point 1:ESC-Integrated Diagnostics–Unlike standard PSUs,the KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC communicates directly with the KUKA controller via the ESC protocol,reporting real-time parameters(voltage,current,temperature)and fault codes—enabling predictive maintenance and eliminating“mystery”shutdowns.

In Innovation Point 2:True Hot-Swap Redundancy–When paired with a second KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC in a shared bus configuration,the system supports live replacement without interrupting 24 V power—critical for 24/7 robotic welding or assembly lines.

Innovation Point 3:Adaptive Load Response–The unit dynamically adjusts switching frequency based on load,reducing electrical noise that could interfere with sensitive encoder or safety signals in tightly packed control cabinets.

Innovation Point 4:KUKA Ecosystem Optimization–Firmware and electrical characteristics are fine-tuned for KUKA’s I/O modules,SmartPAD,and safety interfaces—ensuring optimal compatibility and minimizing commissioning time.

Application Cases and Industry Value

At an electronics manufacturer in South Korea,a high-speed SCARA robot cell performing precision PCB insertion required ultra-stable power to avoid micro-positioning errors.Initial tests with generic 600W PSUs showed±0.8 V ripple under dynamic loads,causing occasional vision alignment failures.Switching to the KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC reduced output ripple to<±0.05 V,thanks to its low-noise design and tight regulation.More importantly,the ESC interface allowed the MES system to log power health alongside cycle data—creating a complete traceability record for quality audits.The customer reported zero power-related defects over 12 months and achieved ISO 13849 PL e compliance for their safety circuits,directly attributable to the reliability of the KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC.

Installation,Maintenance,and Full-Cycle Support

Installing the KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC follows standard DIN-rail practices but requires connection to the KUKA controller’s ESC bus—typically via a dedicated header or backplane.Proper ventilation spacing(≥50 mm on both sides)is essential to maintain full 20 A output in ambient temperatures above 50°C.Upon startup,the ESC interface auto-enumerates the module,and status LEDs indicate normal operation(green),warning(yellow),or fault(red).Commissioning is simplified through KUKA’s HMI or WorkVisual software,where power metrics appear alongside robot diagnostics.

Maintenance is largely proactive:ESC data enables condition-based replacement before end-of-life.The unit’s mean time between failures(MTBF)exceeds 150,000 hours,and all protection circuits are self-resetting after fault clearance.As part of our full-cycle commitment,we supply only new,sealed KUKA KPS-600/20-ESC units with valid batch codes and firmware alignment to current KUKA releases.Each unit undergoes burn-in testing at full load and ESC communication validation.We also provide lifecycle planning,including cross-reference support for legacy KUKA power models and migration paths to KR C5 architectures.
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