Labtronic EVO®
Because decisions for the future are made today
Labtronic EVO is a modular, scalable controller solution designed for modern servohydraulic applications and test systems, combining flexibility, performance, and future-proof upgradeability. Built on a distributed architecture, it replaces traditional centralized systems to reduce cabling, improve signal quality, and simplify installation.
The platform consists of five integrated components:
- Labtronic EVO CORE (real-time control with EtherCAT connectivity)
- Labtronic EVO MAIN (protected housing)
- Labtronic EVO 24-10 / 24-20 (24 V power distribution with I/O and network extension)
- Labtronic EVO LINK (decentralized actuator-level measurement and valve control with CAN bus)
- Labtronic EVO SAFE (ISO 13849-1/2 compliant safety system)
With electronics placed close to actuators, Labtronic EVO enables shorter analog paths, faster setup, and reduced downtime of up to 80% in certain configurations. Backward compatibility and stepwise upgrade options allow seamless integration into existing test rigs, making it a powerful platform for new installations and modernization projects.
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Key Features
- Modular architecture enabling scalable and flexible test system design
- Decentralized system design with actuator-level integration via EVO LINK for shorter analog signal paths
- High-speed EtherCAT communication (10 kHz) for deterministic real-time control and low-latency data exchange
- Integrated multi-function EVO LINK module with measurement amplifiers, valve control, and CAN bus interfaces (CAN 2.0 A/B, CAN FD)
- Hybrid cabling and daisy-chain connectivity supporting up to eight EVO LINK modules for simplified installation
- Stepwise upgrade capability and backward compatibility with Labtronic® 8800ml systems for hybrid operation
- Advanced safety system (EVO SAFE) compliant with ISO 13849-1/2 Performance Level d
Benefits of Use
- Up to 80% reduction in test setup time, significantly lowering downtime and increasing test efficiency
- Reduced cabling complexity and faster installation due to decentralized electronics and EtherCAT topology
- Improved signal quality and noise immunity from shorter analog cable lengths near actuators
- Flexible, future-proof system upgrades that protect existing investments and allow incremental modernization
- Minimal disruption during retrofits, as components can be installed alongside existing systems
- Faster commissioning and maintenance through hybrid connectors and simplified system architecture
- Lower training requirements thanks to familiar software environments (RSLabSite® 2.n) and backward compatibility
Want to go deeper? Read our interview with Burkhard Bertemes, Instron's Innovation Manager behind the development of the Labtronic EVO.
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| Real-time performance with EtherCAT (10 kHz) | ||
| Support for CAN bus integration | ||
| Uses RSLabSite 2.n | ||
| Decentralized architecture design | ||
| Significantly reduced cabling and setup time | ||
| Stepwise upgrade and hybrid compatibility | ||
| Integrated standardized safety system |
FAQ
Labtronic EVO is a modular, scalable test system for servohydraulic applications that simplifies test rig electronics, reduces cabling, and enables fast upgrades. It combines decentralized architecture, modern bus technology (EtherCAT), and backward compatibility to create a flexible platform for new installations and retrofits.
