Siemens Simotion drive-based control unit D410-2 DP/PN Part number 6AU1410-2AD00-0AA0

Product Overview

Siemens SIMOTION Drive-based Control Unit D410-2 DP/PN (6AU1410-2AD00-0AA0) is a programmable motion controller designed primarily for single-axis control, with the option to scale to multi-axis applications. This unit serves as the core of motion-control systems, offering integrated drive control, flexible I/O, and multiple network/fieldbus interfaces — making it suitable for demanding automation tasks, machine control, and drive-based positioning or motion applications.

Key Features

• Drive-based motion control unit — SIMOTION D410-2 series
• Programmable single-axis controller with multi-axis capability (up to 8 axes depending on configuration)
• Wide range of interfaces: digital inputs, configurable digital I/Os, fail-safe inputs/outputs, analog input, encoder interface, DRIVE-CLiQ, PROFIBUS, dual PROFINET ports, Ethernet — for flexible connectivity and integration
• On-board integrated drive control — reduces external hardware requirements when used with compatible drives
• Retentive and load memory for program and runtime data — includes non-volatile storage for user data and program retention
• Compact design — suitable for control cabinets and drive rack installation

Technical Specifications

• Article Number: 6AU1410-2AD00-0AA0
• Product Type: Drive-based Control Unit / Motion Controller (SIMOTION D410-2 DP/PN)
• Control Type: Single-axis motion controller (expandable to multi-axis configurations)
• Digital Inputs: 11 total (5 standard DI + 3 fail-safe DI + configurable I/O channels)
• Digital I/Os (configurable): 8 channels (can be used as DI or DO or cam outputs depending on configuration)
• Analog Inputs: 1 analog input (voltage or current, configurable) for sensor or process feedback
• Encoder Interface: Supports incremental (TTL/HTL) or SSI absolute encoders — for position/speed feedback
• Fieldbus / Network Interfaces: DRIVE-CLiQ, PROFIBUS, 2-port PROFINET, Industrial Ethernet — full integration flexibility
• Supply Voltage (control logic): 24 V DC (typical for logic and I/O circuits)
• Memory / Storage: On-board RAM (work), RAM disk, retentive memory and CF-card storage — suited for program storage, data logging and user data retention
• Mounting / Housing: Compact enclosure for cabinet or drive rack installation, protection class IP20 (internal use)
• Operating Ambient Conditions: Designed for industrial environments — temperature, humidity and altitude ranges per Siemens standard motion-control requirements
• Weight (approx): 0.83 kg (depending on variant and population)

Applications

The 6AU1410-2AD00-0AA0 is intended for motion control applications across industrial automation, including machine tools, packaging machines, conveyors, robotics, textile machines, and any system requiring precise, programmable control of motion or drive-based axes. It is especially suited for scenarios where integrated drive control plus flexible I/O and network interfaces reduce hardware complexity and simplify system design. Also used in retrofit and modernization of older machines, where a powerful motion controller is needed to upgrade functionality without redesigning entire control architecture.