The Pilz PMCPROTEGO D.CAN-ADAPTER 48-72A (8176470) is a dedicated communication accessory developed for use with the PMCprotego D servo amplifier range. It provides a robust and reliable CAN bus interface, enabling seamless integration of servo amplifiers into automation and safety networks. By bridging control systems and servo technology, it supports both high-performance motion control and safety compliance in industrial environments.

With its lightweight construction — just 77 g net weight and 85 g gross weight — the adapter is compact and easy to install, even in space-restricted control cabinets. Despite its small size, it is designed to withstand the rigours of industrial use, ensuring stable operation under vibration, electrical load, and daily wear.

The CAN communication protocol is widely used in industrial automation for its reliability, speed, and error detection capabilities. By enabling CAN connectivity, the PMCPROTEGO D.CAN-ADAPTER 48-72A allows the servo amplifier to be integrated into distributed control systems, where multiple devices communicate effectively over a single network. This makes it ideal for synchronised motion control, where precise coordination between drives and controllers is essential.

Optimised for PMCprotego D servo amplifiers, the adapter ensures plug-and-play compatibility, reducing commissioning time and eliminating complex configuration steps. It provides the communication backbone needed to link safety functions with advanced drive control, ensuring that machine builders and operators can rely on both high performance and compliance with safety standards such as EN ISO 13849-1 and IEC 61508.

The adapter’s robust design supports dependable communication in challenging industrial environments, from manufacturing plants to automated logistics systems. It plays a vital role in applications requiring accurate synchronisation, fault-tolerant networking, and high-speed data exchange between servo amplifiers and master controllers.

Applications include packaging machinery, robotics, CNC systems, material handling, and process automation, where efficient servo amplifier networking is critical to productivity and safety. Its role in connecting servo technology to larger automation ecosystems makes it a valuable component for engineers seeking both flexibility and future-proofing.

In summary, the Pilz PMCPROTEGO D.CAN-ADAPTER 48-72A (8176470) is a compact, lightweight, and durable communication adapter designed to extend the functionality of PMCprotego D servo amplifiers. By enabling reliable CAN integration, it ensures smooth communication, supports synchronised motion control, and enhances both efficiency and safety across a wide range of industrial applications.