MOOG D138-002-001 and D138-002-002 high-performance licenses
MOOG D138-002-001 and D138-002-002 are high-performance licenses for the Moog Servo Controller II (MSC II).
Part of the M3000® automation system, these modules function as programmable multi-axis motion controllers.
They are designed to bridge the gap between high-level PLC functions and the precise, millisecond-level requirements of hydraulic and electric servo-actuators.
While the hardware is often a standard MSC II base, the D138 suffixes denote the specific MACS (Moog Axis Control Software) runtime license and functional library levels installed on the device.
Technical Parameter Table
| Feature | Specification |
| Processor | 400 MHz High-Performance CPU |
| Memory | 128 MB RAM / 32 MB Flash EEPROM |
| Cycle Time | Task cycle times as low as 100 µs |
| Communication | Ethernet (TCP/IP, UDP), 2x CAN/CANopen, TIA/EIA 232 |
| Fieldbus (Optional) | Profibus-DP Slave, EtherCAT Master/Slave |
| Analog Inputs | 8 Channels (16-bit, configurable ±10V, ±10mA, 4–20mA) |
| Analog Outputs | 2 Channels (16-bit, configurable ±10V, ±10mA, ±50mA, 4–20mA) |
| Digital I/O | 4 to 8 Channels (configurable in MACS) |
| Sensor Interface | 4x SSI (Synchronous Serial) or Incremental Encoder |
| USB Interface | 2x USB 1.1 (for R/W memory sticks) |
| Mounting | Standard 35mm DIN rail |
Related Models
The D138 designation defines the software “Tier” of the controller:
D138-002-001 (Controls – Grey Label): Basic automation tier. Includes standard IEC 61131-3 libraries, hardware drivers, and serial/CAN communication.
D138-002-002 (Motion – Green Label): Advanced motion tier. Adds PLCopen motion control libraries and specialized Moog “Z-functions” for transfer function modeling.
D138-002-003 (Professional – Blue Label): Full-access tier. Includes market-specific application solutions and complex control structure libraries.
Application Cases
Plastic Machinery: Precise position and pressure control for injection molding and blow molding machines.
Metal Pressing: Synchronized control of multiple hydraulic cylinders in large forging presses.
Simulation & Testing: Real-time motion control for hexapod flight simulators and automotive structural test rigs.
Energy Sector: Controlling the pitch of wind turbine blades and steam turbine valve regulation.
Product Advantages and Features
Dual Functionality: Combines the logic handling of a PLC with the high-speed response of a dedicated motion controller.
MACS Ecosystem: Programmed using a single environment based on CoDeSys, allowing for rapid development and debugging.
Extreme Precision: High-resolution 16-bit analog I/O ensures minimal jitter in force and position loops.
Modular Expansion: Connects to up to 7 additional M3000 extension modules via the internal side-mounted E-Bus.
Rugged Reliability: Fanless design with overvoltage protection up to ±36 V on all I/O points.
Installation and Maintenance
Installation
Mounting: Snap the unit onto a DIN rail (NS 35/7.5). For multi-module setups, slide the modules together until the E-Bus side connectors click firmly.
Wiring: Use plug-in terminal strips (Screw or Spring-clamp) with a maximum conductor cross-section of 2.5 mm².
Power: Connect to a stable 24V DC supply. Ensure the watchdog output is integrated into the system’s Emergency Stop circuit.
Maintenance
LED Indicators: Use the front-panel LEDs to monitor “Run,” “Stop,” and “Error” statuses.
Data Backup: The 32 MB Flash memory retains the application program and parameters; no battery backup is required.
Firmware Updates: Can be managed via the Ethernet port using the MACS development suite.
Unique Product Description
The MOOG D138-002-001/002 represents the evolution of the M3000 system into high-speed digital control.
While the 001 model is a powerhouse for standard industrial logic, the 002 “Motion” variant is specifically tuned for hydraulic “fly-by-wire” applications.
By integrating PLCopen blocks directly into the hardware, it allows engineers to implement complex motion profiles—like 5th-order polynomials—without the need for external processing units.