Leverage the flexibility and scalability of the system through your own programming expertise.
No need to rely on third-party tools or proprietary PLC IDEs — you stay in full control.
The HDrive17-ETH-i is meticulously engineered to deliver exceptional reliability and an extended service life. Every unit is handcrafted in Switzerland, ensuring the highest quality standards are met.
Each drive undergoes comprehensive calibration and rigorous testing to guarantee optimal performance from day one.
To support both sustainability and economic efficiency, we source all components for the HDrive17-ETH-i from the closest and most cost-effective suppliers—primarily within Europe.
The HDrive is a complete, closed-loop servo drive that includes everything from the sensor system to the power electronics.
The embedded software offers advanced servo drive features such as precise position control and a comprehensive path planner. The drive supports various operational modes, including position, torque, and speed control.
The HDrive17-ETH-i is the smallest servo drive with Ethernet connectivity currently available on the market.
The HDrive17-ETH-i has an integrated web server, which allows for configuration and control of the servo drive. The interface can be accessed by navigating to the drive’s IP address using a web browser.
It is also possible to update the firmware of the drive and the web GUI. Additionally, it is possible to upload a custom web GUI, as demonstrated in one of our tutorials.
The HDrive17-ETH-i features a built-in web server, allowing you to configure, monitor, and control your entire drivetrain system directly through an intuitive web interface.
Thanks to live visualization, you receive real-time feedback on system performance—accessible from any web browser, whether you’re on a mobile device or desktop computer, even while the drive is running.
No additional software or apps are required. Simply open your browser and you’re ready to go.
At the core of the HDrive is a state-of-the-art ARM microcontroller, paired with high-precision sensors for accurate position and current measurement. This advanced hardware foundation ensures exceptional performance, responsiveness, and reliability in every application.
Thanks to a sophisticated Field-Oriented Control (FOC) algorithm, the motor operates with ultra-smooth motion and precise torque control. The result is performance that matches that of traditional DC servo motors, with minimal vibration and maximum efficiency.
The integrated 7-state path planner allows independent adjustment of acceleration, deceleration, and speed, giving you full control over motion dynamics. It continuously calculates the optimal trajectory in real time, adapting to the motor’s current state to ensure smooth, efficient, and precise movement at all times.
Every HDrive can operate as either a CAN master or slave, offering maximum flexibility for system integration.
When configured as a CAN master, the HDrive17-ETH-i automatically sets up a local CAN network. All connected slave drives are automatically detected—no manual configuration required.
You don’t need to worry about internal communication. The master receives commands via Ethernet and seamlessly distributes them to all slave units.
A synchronization signal ensures that motion is simultaneously triggered across the entire network, enabling precise, coordinated movements.
A conventional servo motor is made out of multiple parts. The user needs to setup, wire and configure everything.
The HDrive does only need an Ethernet capable device on the host side. A PC is sufficient, only plug the power and the ethernet and your setup is done
We are pleased to announce that the HDrive23-ETH-i units are now ready to ship. The concept is similar to the HDrive17-ETH-i, but it features a 57mm x 57mm motor with almost double the stall torque.
Both the HDrive23-ETH-i and HDrive17-ETH-i share the same core software and web GUI, so there is no need to differentiate between them. The firmware is compatible with both drives, and the new drive benefits from over 5 years of firmware development experience.
Controlling the HDrive17-ETH-i is straightforward. For example, the following command sets a new target position of 20.2°, with a maximum speed of 300 RPM, acceleration and deceleration of 1000 RPM/s, and a torque limit of 150 mNm:
<control position=”202″ speed=”300″ torque=”150″ mode=”129″ acc=”1000″ decc=”1000″ />
This XML-based interface allows you to program even complex motion sequences with just a few lines of code. Almost any modern programming language can send these commands over TCP/IP, making integration into your application fast and easy.
For higher performance and enhanced security, a binary protocol is also available—ideal for soft real-time or resource-constrained applications.
You can control the HDrive Servo Motor using virtually any Ethernet-capable device—no special drivers or OS dependencies required.
Whether you’re using an Arduino with Ethernet shield, Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, industrial PC, or a standard desktop computer, the HDrive17-ETH-i integrates seamlessly over TCP/IP.
This makes it ideal for everything from rapid prototyping to full-scale industrial automation.
Henschel-Robotics Servo drives are the top choice for PC-controlled machines.
When the requirements become more complex, the HDrive system allows you to write the entire control logic using high-level programming languages such as C#, Python, Java, or C++, giving you complete control over the scalability of your industrial application without relying on the IDE of any PLC manufacturer.
Additionally, you can take advantage of source control tools like GIT or SVN during the development of industrial machine control. Furthermore, you can benefit from unit testing and automation releasing with Jenkins and other related tools.
