What is the Control Techniques Unidrive M700?

The Unidrive M700 is a high-performance variable frequency drive series by Control Techniques (Nidec) covering 0.37 kW to 2,800 kW across 200V, 400V, 575V, and 690V supply voltages. It features onboard Profinet and EtherNet/IP (AB100 variant), Advanced Motion Controller at 250 µs, STO/SS1/SS2/SLS/SBC safety to PL-e, and an onboard IEC 61131-3 PLC. The M700 is the industry standard drive for 4-way shuttle AS/RS travel axes.

Where can I buy Control Techniques M700 drives?

Econocontrol is a global distributor of Control Techniques M700 drives, sourcing factory-direct from certified manufacturers and exporting to Kazakhstan, UAE, Vietnam, Australia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and 40+ other countries. We offer 24-hour quote response, FOB/CIF/DDP incoterms, and emergency MRO stock for fast delivery.

What applications are M700 drives used for?

The M700 is the preferred drive for 4-way tote and pallet shuttle AS/RS travel axes (fast dynamic response, STO safety), stack crane hoist and travel axes, AMR/AGV drive control, cold chain ASRS (with IP55 panel + heater), and servo-class conveyor positioning. The onboard RTMoE enables synchronised multi-axis motion at 250 µs.

What is the lead time for M700 drives?

Econocontrol provides a quotation within 24 hours of inquiry. Standard delivery is 4–8 weeks ex-works China for made-to-order drives. Emergency MRO stock of common M700 frames (Frame 3–6, 400V) is available for 72-hour DDP delivery to most markets.

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Unidrive M700 — Complete Model Range

59 models from 0.37 kW to 315 kW across 200V, 400V, 575V, and 690V supply voltages. Industry-leading dynamic performance, onboard Profinet & EtherNet/IP, STO PL-e safety. 24-hour quote — global export DDP.

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0.37–315 kW

Power range

200–690V

Supply voltages

PL-e / SIL 3

Safety rating

250 µs

Motion cycle time

How to Read a M700 Model Number

M700-FSVVVVCCCCO

FS = Frame size: 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10 (physical size)

VVVV = Supply voltage: 0200, 0400, 0575, 0690

CCCC = Output current × 10, zero-padded (e.g. 0025 = 2.5 A, 1000 = 100.0 A)

O = Overload: A = Normal Duty (110%), E = Heavy Duty (150%)

Example: M700-03040000025A = Frame 3, 400V, 2.5 A, 0.75 kW, Normal Duty

Application Selection Guide

Application	Typical Power	Frame	Why M700?
4-way shuttle travel axis	3–22 kW	04–05	Fastest torque response, STO PL-e, RTMoE sync
Stack crane hoist axis	7.5–55 kW	04–06	Zero-speed torque hold, SBC (safe brake control)
AMR / AGV drive motor	0.75–4 kW	03–04	Compact Frame 3/4, PM motor support, SLS safe speed
Cold chain ASRS	3–22 kW	04–05	Wide ambient -10°C to +50°C + IP55 panel w/ heater
Pallet conveyor	0.75–7.5 kW	03–04	Profinet/EtherNet/IP native, onboard PLC logic
High-power sortation	30–160 kW	06–08	RTMoE multi-axis sync, regenerative energy recovery

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Unidrive M700 — Complete Model Range

All M700 Models (59 total)

380–480V (3φ) — Most Common

200–240V (1/3φ)

500–575V (3φ)

500–690V (3φ)

How to Read a M700 Model Number

Application Selection Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

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